The Latest Breaking News from Ollie Pope

‘It’s about getting the job done’: Pope happy with England’s cautious chase

The captain said England are ‘not a one-dimensional team where we want to score quickly’ after Joe Root’s and Harry Brook’s watchful knocks sealed the win in the first Test

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2024

Joe Root cool, calm and collected to guide England to win over Sri Lanka

Hosts chase down 205 to win First Test at Old Trafford

Evening Standard · Aug 24, 2024

Joe Root steers nervy England to victory in first Test against Sri Lanka

Joe Root’s unbeaten 62 ensured England wrapped up victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2024

1st Test: Jamie Smith, Harry Brook drive England into lead against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Jamie Smith's unbeaten 72 helped England secure a slim first-innings lead against Sri Lanka in the opening Test at Old Trafford on Thursday, despite the second day being curtailed by poor light and rain. England reached 259-6, a lead of 23 runs, in response to Sri Lanka's 236.

The Times of India · Aug 23, 2024

Jamie Smith continues to impress as England edge ahead against Sri Lanka

Just 57 overs were possible in Manchester, with the morning session wiped out by rain and bad light curtailing the evening’s play.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024

Harry Brook keeps England in control against Sri Lanka

Brook’s 53 not out allowed England to reach 176 for four after an extended afternoon session – trailing by 60 runs at tea on day two.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024

England's Pope heads to BBL and city of churches

England's Ollie Pope will play in the BBL, joining the Adelaide Strikers as a pre-draft signing.

AAP · Aug 21, 2024

‘I’m not ruling myself out’: Chris Woakes keen to play part in winter tours

All-rounder said he will play ‘where I’m picked to play’ and suggested time spent away from England’s touring side may be a positive

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024

I thought he did a great job – Chris Woakes hails new England skipper Ollie Pope

The hosts reached 22 without loss after dismissing the tourists for 236 on the opening day in Manchester.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Ollie Pope takes captaincy reins but shadow of Stokes looms large

England’s stand-in Test captain kept himself busy on his first day, and he was not short of advice at Old Trafford

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024