Razaullah’s thrilling knock included nine sixes, tying the record for the most maximums in an innings by a batter on Test debut. He also equalled Stokes’ record for the most sixes in a Test played in England. There were times when Root looked devoid of ideas, while the energy was sapped from his team. Jofra
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has called a 43% ticket price increase for next year’s men’s Ashes Test at Edgbaston “really poor”. The Birmingham ground will host the third Test of the best-of-five series between England and Australia next summer, with ticket prices in the Hollies Stand – which holds almost 6,000 spectators – costing
Lawrence, 29, was recalled after an international absence of almost two years, having averaged 26.84 across 14 previous Tests including a stint as a makeshift opener. By picking him, England prioritised having four pace bowling options over a frontline spinner, with Lawrence backed to provided the overs of slow bowling if needed. He has only
And, although Vaughan said it is an “awful look for the England team once again”, he would “feel” for Carse if he is made an example of following the other events of the past year. “I hope Carse is getting good support around him,” said Vaughan. “He is a character who can be a little
Former England captain Michael Vaughan says he “really fears” for Pakistan and felt “quite sad” watching their heavy defeat by England in the first Test at Headingley. Pakistan were thrashed by an innings and 103 runs in the series opener – batting for 85.4 overs across both innings combined. A side that has produced some
Fleming has been appointed on a four-year deal that will mean he coaches England in the next two Ashes series, and Vaughan said managing director Rob Key has selected a “very experienced” option. Former England Test coach Andy Flower was initially linked with the role, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru and London Spirit coach ruled himself
