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South Africa thrash England as 'Bazball' era comes back down to earth

London (AFP) - South Africa inflicted England's first defeat of the 'Bazball' era as they won the first Test by a crushing innings and 12 runs with more than two days to spare at Lord's on Friday.

AFP

England humbled as South Africa win first Test by an innings inside three days

England came back down to earth with a bang as Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes suffered their first defeats of their coaching and captaincy eras respectively

Daily Mirror

Zak Crawley out cheaply as England’s fightback stalls at Lord’s

England still trail South Africa by 123

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Maharaj strengthens South Africa's grip on England in 1st Test

London (AFP) - South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj struck twice as the Proteas strengthened their grip on the first Test against England at Lord's on Friday.

AFP

England bundled out for 165 as five-star Rabada shines for South Africa

London (AFP) - South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada completed a five-wicket haul as England were dismissed for just 165 on the second day of the first Test at Lord's on Thursday.

AFP

Rain stops play as Ollie Pope bids to lead England recovery against South Africa

The 24-year-old brought up his half-century just before lunch and was unbeaten on 61 when the rain set in.

The Independent UK

South Africa's Rabada sparks England collapse in first Test

London (AFP) - Ben Stokes was dismissed on the stroke of lunch on the opening day of the first Test between England and South Africa at Lord's on Wednesday, to leave his side perilously placed on 100-5.

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Ollie Pope helps England recover from rocky start as South Africa strike early

The 24-year-old brought up his half-century just before lunch after England had slipped to 55 for four.

The Independent UK

England vs South Africa live stream: How to watch first Test match at Lord’s online

Everything you need to know ahead of the first Test of the series

The Independent UK

Is England vs South Africa on TV today? Start time, channel and how to watch first Test

Everything you need to know ahead of the first Test of the series

The Independent UK

England aim to reignite early summer fire but will be wary of South Africa

Ben Stokes has made it clear England will maintain their high-octane Test tactics in the series opener at Lord’s

The Guardian - UK

England captain Ben Stokes singles out Alex Lees and Zak Crawley ahead of South Africa First Test

Ben Stokes has picked out his openers’ century stand in the victory over India at Edgbaston last month as his most pleasing performance in England’s four Test victories earlier this summer, and heaped praise on the pair, Alex Lees and Zak Crawley.

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes insists England will adopt front-foot approach in all circumstances

England begin their Test series with South Africa at Lord’s on Wednesday aiming to keep playing bold cricket.

The Independent UK

Brendon McCullum’s revolution trickles down to county game as England hopefuls seek to replicate senior stars

The most overt statement of Brendon McCullum’s style on the first day of the Lions tour match against South Africa came in his choice of trousers: white jeans. He is almost certainly the first England coach to don them.

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Daily Mirror

England star Jason Roy given major show of faith in The Hundred amid recent struggles

Jason Roy will captain a team at senior level for the first time in his career after being tasked with leading Oval Invincibles against the Northern Superchargers

The Guardian - UK

Buttler’s service in ODIs spoiled by injuries and overstuffed schedule

England’s new white-ball captain also hasn’t done himself many favours by taking on too many roles and sticking with Jason Roy

The Independent UK

Jordan Thompson stars with the ball as London Spirit hammer Manchester Originals

Seamer Thompson, who took two wickets on his tournament debut at the Oval last week, followed that up with a remarkable four for 21 from 20 balls.

Daily Mirror

Inside Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum's "dream partnership" and England's rejuvenation

England opener Alex Lees has lifted the lid on the immediate impact Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum have had on the Test team, praising the pair's "aggressive and positive brand of cricket"

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Kevin Pietersen urges England to back "best player" Jason Roy despite recent struggles

Jason Roy has endured a lean summer with the bat for England, but Kevin Pietersen believes he deserves to be backed heading into the T20 World Cup in October

The Hindu

Does ‘Bazball’ have the staying power to alter Test cricket’s groove?

The brand of fearless, attacking cricket championed by England Test coach Brendon McCullum has made the world sit up and take notice. Can it be sustained and will others follow suit?

The Guardian - UK

Edgbaston to investigate racist abuse of Indian supporters during England Test

Visiting fans were reportedly in tears after ‘worst abuse we’ve ever experienced’, while stewards allegedly told those who experienced problems to ‘sit down’

The Guardian - UK

Alex Lees epitomises what is different about England’s batting in new era

Opener struggled for form in the West Indies but a change in approach and mindset has brought runs and boundaries

The Guardian - UK

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow have England dreaming of record run-chase

England will need 119 more runs on the fifth day at Edgbaston in order to complete a record Test run-chase of 378 against India, with Joe Root on 76 and Jonny Bairstow on 72

Daily Mirror

5 talking points as Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow leave England on brink of history vs India

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow have put on a brilliant unbeaten 150 run partnership to leave England in the driving seat heading into the final day of the fifth Test against India

Evening Standard

England outmuscle India to set up tantalising final day of fifth Test as Jonny Bairstow maintains superb form

For the third Test in a row, the final day is tantalisingly poised, and there will be a very good crowd to watch it. For the fourth Test in a row, England have a chance of pulling off a remarkable chase.

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