The Latest Breaking News from Zak Crawley

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 Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2022

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.

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022

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"

Daily Mirror · Aug 8, 2022

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 · Jul 4, 2022

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

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2022

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

Daily Mirror · Jul 4, 2022

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.

Evening Standard · Jul 4, 2022

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow leave England daring to dream against India

No England side has ever hunted down more than 359 but they have their eyes set on a record chase of 378 at Edgbaston

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2022

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow put England on way to record-breaking win vs India

England need a further 119 runs to complete the ninth-highest fourth innings run chase in Test match history, with Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow both unbeaten on 76 and 73 respectively

Daily Mirror · Jul 4, 2022

England make quick inroads into record chase against India

Alex Lees and Zak Crawley put on 107 for the first wicket after the hosts were set 378 to win.

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2022