Ben Duckett leads the way with record hundred as England turn screw on Ireland Duckett plundered an unbeaten 161 off 160 balls, the fastest 150 in a Lord’s Test, on a wicketless morning for Ireland. The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2023
Ben Stokes: ‘Superhuman’ England captain’s cricket revolution now faces the ultimate test Stokes has inspired some of English cricket’s greatest moments and, as Sonia Twigg writes, is poised to elevate his legacy further in the Ashes after overcoming adversity The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2023
WTC Final: Can Team India play both R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja? It’s ironic that the last time two of India’s champion cricketers and spin-bowling allrounders, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, featured in an overseas Test XI was in the 2021 World Test Championship final vs New Zealand at Ageas Bowl, Southampton from June 18-23. The Times of India · Jun 2, 2023
Almost perfect start to big summer – Stuart Broad hails dominant England display Broad’s five-wicket haul was followed by half-centuries for Zak Crawley (56) and Ben Duckett (60) at Lord’s. The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2023
McCollum’s lack of first-class cricket highlights Lord’s challenge for Ireland The dearth of longer-format matches in the visitors’ playing schedule means they are being set up to fail on the Test match stage The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2023
Stuart Broad ‘addicted’ to England’s brand of cricket after latest five-for Stuart Broad says he is “addicted” to England’s brand of cricket after his five-wicket haul on an explosive first day of the Test summer at Lord’s. Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2023
Broad’s five-wicket haul puts England in commanding position against Ireland England ended the first day of the one-off Test against Ireland at Lord’s on 152-1, 20 runs behind the visitors who were all out for 172 The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2023
Josh Tongue shows England potential as Stuart Broad puts on masterclass Twelve months after considering retirement, the fast bowler showed promise on the first day of his Test debut against Ireland at Lord’s The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2023
England Test debutant Josh Tongue nets optimistic punter $95,000 for playing against Ireland One English cricket supporter put a 100-pound bet on his mates son to one day play Test cricket for England. 14 years on, that faith has paid off. ABC News · Jun 1, 2023
Just Stop Oil protestors stop England Cricket team on way to test match against Ireland The organisation is well known for disrupting high-profile sporting events. Irish Mirror · Jun 1, 2023
England v Ireland Test match: day one – as it happened Stuart Broad took five wickets before Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley hit half-centuries as England took control of the opening day at Lord’s against Ireland The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2023
England cricketers held up by Just Stop Oil protest on way to Lord's for Ireland Test England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow posted an image of Just Stop Oil activists in front of the team bus with the caption: "If we're abit late it's not our fault..." Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2023
England vs Ireland: Challenges facing Irish contingent as Lord’s Test gets underway Four years on from historic first Test, the landscape has changed for both teams Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2023
Is England vs Ireland on TV? Start time, channel and how to watch Test match Everything you need to know ahead of the first Test of the English cricket summer The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2023
The Times of India · Jun 1, 2023 Tests and T20s can co-exist: Ben Stokes NEW DELHI: As the T20 leagues continue to spread their wings across the world, England skipper Ben Stokes said that he has no fears for the future of Test cricket.
Daily Mirror · May 31, 2023 Ben Stokes copies John Terry as he vows "anything is possible" ahead of Ashes battle Ben Stokes will captain England in their one off Test with Ireland this week, the side's final warm-up match ahead of the start of the Ashes at Edgbaston on June 19
The Independent UK · May 31, 2023 Ben Stokes: Playing the ‘John Terry’ role in the IPL was a blessing in disguise Stokes has not bowled a ball in the nets ahead of the Test match against Ireland
The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2023 England’s Ben Stokes plans to power past fitness issues this Ashes summer Ben Stokes will hope to power himself through a hectic two months of Test cricket with the aid of adrenaline and cortisone
The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2023 Upbeat England’s summer hits will be music to Test cricket addicts’ ears The McCullum and Stokes duo promise to entertain again as England face Ireland in Ashes rehearsal
The Independent UK · May 31, 2023 Ben Stokes does not fear for future of Test cricket amid Ashes excitement Ireland rested star bowler Josh Little following his IPL exploits to raise concerns over Test cricket’s future.
The Times of India · May 31, 2023 Ireland aims for historic Test victory against England at Lord's, says captain Andrew Balbirnie Ireland's cricket captain, Andrew Balbirnie, believes that defeating England in a Test match would be their most significant achievement in the sport. As the underdogs prepare to face Ben Stokes' men at Lord's this week, Balbirnie acknowledged the immense challenge but expressed confidence in his team's abilities.
The Independent UK · May 31, 2023 What is Bazball? How England revolutionised Test cricket Stokes and McCullum have lifted England from rock-bottom to ‘rockstars’
Irish Mirror · May 30, 2023 What time and TV channel is England v Ireland Test Series Cricket? Streaming information and betting odds Ireland face the old enemy, who are preparing for this summer's Ashes, in a four-day test.
The Times of India · May 30, 2023 Curious case of Wriddhiman Saha's WTC Final omission baffles many KOLKATA: Sidelined wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha, who had yet another successful IPL stint with consecutive IPL finalists Gujarat Titans, is back in discussion for his omission from the Indian squad for next week's World Test Championship Final.
The Times of India · May 30, 2023 Hardik Pandya could have been valuable addition for India in WTC final: Ponting DUBAI: Batting legend Ricky Ponting feels that India should have picked Hardik Pandya in their squad for the World Test Championships (WTC) final against Australia in London, saying his all-round abilities could have turned out to be the deciding factor in the one-off game.