The Latest Breaking News from Rob Key

Ben Stokes hints he could be open to England white-ball captaincy – Rob Key

Jos Buttler stood down as limited-overs skipper following the Champions Trophy exit.

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2025

Is India vs New Zealand on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Champions Trophy final

Everything you need to know ahead of the tournament decider in Dubai

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2025

Ben Stokes is cricket’s last action hero – the ODI captaincy can be his Viking funeral

The instinct is to protect England’s Test captain, but he’s the functioning brain of Bazball and it’s hard to think of anyone better to lead the ODI team

The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2025

McCullum’s challenge now is to find more than just a new England captain

Jos Buttler’s decision to step down emphasises the task their coach faces to reinvigorate England’s white-ball teams

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2025

McCullum was a tonic for England’s Test side but will the medicine work in all formats?

Elimination from the Champions Trophy will surely end Jos Buttler’s tenure as white-ball captain, but is the lack of 50-over domestic cricket the biggest problem?

The Guardian - UK · Feb 27, 2025

England captain Jos Buttler reveals stance on possible boycott of Afghanistan clash

England have faced calls to boycott the Champions Trophy fixture due to the Taliban regime’s assault on women’s rights

The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025

‘Unlucky lad’ Josh Tongue progressing nicely after long injury lay-off

Tongue made an impressive start to his Test career before injury struck.

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025

No panic and a brilliant ball striker – why Bethell’s England call may be inspired

Some rivals will be unhappy the 21-year-old appears to have skipped the queue but the leap to Test level is higher than ever

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2024

England white-ball coaches to stand down from roles when Caribbean tour finishes

Brendon McCullum is soon to take over as limited-overs head coach.

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2024

Marcus Trescothick eyes permanent England role after head coach audition

ECB managing director Rob Key would like to eventually find an English successor to Brendon McCullum.

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2024