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IND vs ENG: Ponting picks Arshdeep in India's Playing 11 for first Test

Ponting also noted Arshdeep's success with the new ball in the IPL, where he has consistently troubled batsmen during powerplays

Test series vs India will be a litmus test for English top order: Boycott

Looking ahead to the India Tests, Boycott said the top order must prove their mettle against quality opposition

Rishabh Pant plans short break before England series for mental rest

His IPL campaign over, India's swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Tuesday said he would want to "switch off" for a few days before leaving for the Test tour of England in a "good frame of mind." Pant slammed a magnificent century -- 118 off 61 balls -- to power Lucknow Super Giants to 227 for three against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final league fixture of IPL 2025 here. But RCB, riding on Jitesh Sharma's 33-ball 85 and Mayank Agarwal's 23-ball 41, and the duo's unbroken 107-run partnership for the fifth wicket, pulled off a memorable win to seal their place in Qualifier 1. "Just want to switch off for a few days, not think about cricket and then the England series is coming up and just preparing for that in a good frame of mind," Pant said at the presentation ceremony. The LSG skipper rued the absence of key bowlers for a good part of the season owing to injury. "Eventually you got to play 40 overs of good cricket. 20 overs will definitely not save you in a

Spinner Shoaib Bashir shines as England thrash Zimbabwe in one-off Test

Zimbabwe's campaign suffered an early setback when fast bowler Richard Ngarava left the field on Day 1 with a back spasm after bowling just nine overs

BCCI to name new India Test captain, squad for England Tests on May 24

BCCI is expected to announce India's Test squad and new captain for the England series on May 24. Check the probable squad for the England vs India Tests and IND vs ENG full schedule here

He can't play without full intensity: Hussain on Kohli's test retirement

Virat Kohli's monumental contribution to Test cricket goes beyond numbers and his unrelenting spirit to not settle for anything "normal" may have prompted his decision to retire, said former England captain Nasser Hussain. Kohli retired from the five-day game on Monday ahead of the five-match series in England beginning on June 20. The 36-year-old was not the only the biggest promoter of Test cricket but also ended as India's most successful Test captain. "He is the ultimate winner, he sees the end goal as a win, and he is desperate for that," Hussain said on Sky Sports Cricket podcast. "Everything for Kohli is about winning. Why do you think he's so good in run chases? He can't go on the field and not be a hundred per cent, he can't ever go: 'I'll just do my best today. "That may have formed part of his retirement decision, he doesn't want to be a normal cricketer, just doing a little bit here and there. He made India into the force they are today." Kohli amassed 9230 runs in 123

Here's why Tim Southee joined England team ahead of India Test series?

Southee retired from international cricket as New Zealand's highest wicket-taker across formats with 776 wickets, and now joins England as a specialist consultant

ENG vs WI ODI series to begin on May 29; Buttler, Archer named in squad

The IPL final, originally scheduled for May 25, will now take place on June 3-the same day as the final ODI in the three-match series.

ENG vs IND: India is going to be a tough challenge - James Anderson

With England scheduled to face both India and Australia in Test assignments after a one-off Test against Zimbabwe later in May, Anderson emphasized the importance of building early momentum.

Why Kuldeep Yadav could be a game-changer in India-England Tests?

Backed by former selectors and coaches, Kuldeep's wrist spin is seen as a vital weapon for India in English conditions, offering unpredictability and wicket-taking flair

Jasprit Bumrah should play only four Tests vs England, says Ravi Shastri

Bumrah, who recently returned to action in the IPL for Mumbai Indians following a lengthy layoff due to a back injury, is expected to spearhead India's bowling attack in England

Harry Brook replaces Jos Buttler as England's limited-overs captain

Harry Brook was on Monday appointed England white-ball captain following Jos Buttler's exit from the role after a poor ICC Champions Trophy campaign last month. Brook, who was signed up by Delhi Capitals during last year's auction, had withdrawn from the IPL 2025 to focus on his England career, and was subsequently slapped with a two-year ban from playing in the league. The 26-year-old has been a key part of England's white-ball set-up since making his debut in January 2022, and has spent the past year as the vice-captain in both ODIs and T20Is. He also led England in the ODI series against Australia last September in Buttler's absence. It's a real honour to be named England's white-ball captain. Ever since I was a kid playing cricket at Burley in Wharfedale, I dreamed of representing Yorkshire, playing for England, and maybe one day leading the team. To now be given that chance means a great deal to me, said Brook in a statement issued by the ECB. Brook, a former Young Lions and

England's Joe Root admits "No Hiding Place" against India's Test challenge

Charismatic England batter Joe Root has advocated for consistency to counter India in the upcoming five-Test series, saying "there's no hiding place" when it comes to facing such an indomitable opponent. India will commence their their 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle in England with the opening match scheduled at Headingley from June 20. Root, who surpassed Alastair Cook as England's all-time highest Test run-getter last year, is gearing up for the challenge following an impressive showing in the Champions Trophy recently. "We are good in our own conditions but with India coming over for a five-match series there's no hiding place. It's a long old slog, you've got to be consistent. You've got to put in those match-winning performances time and time again," the former England skipper told Sky Sports. Root, 34, led the England Test team from 2017 to 2022, recording 27 victories in 64 matches -- the most by any captain from the country. However, a difficult period in 2021, wher

MCG to celebrate 150-year anniversary with D/N Test between Aus and Eng

The two teams that started the journey of Test cricket at MCG will face each other once again at the same venue after 150 years

ICC Champions Trophy winners and runners-up list with their captains

In 2002, India were joint winners with Sri Lanka after the final was washed out. Under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, India won their second Champions Trophy in 2013. Rohit & Virat were part of 2013 team

Champions Trophy 2025 prize money: How much do India, New Zealand receive?

The winner (India) of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 receive $2.24 million (Rs 20 crore). Check the breakdown of how much teams earned based on their performance here

McCullum: India loss didn't impact morale despite Champions Trophy exit

England's head coach Brendon McCullum acknowledged his players' lack of confidence during their seven-wicket loss to South Africa but insisted the heavy defeat in India ahead of the tournament had not impacted their morale, despite the team ending its Champions Trophy campaign winless. The loss to South Africa marked England's seventh consecutive ODI defeat, extending their longest losing streak since the 2000/2001 season, when they suffered 11 straight losses. In India, England were beaten in both the T20 and ODI series. No I felt India was a very good preparation for such a tournament. Yes we were beaten comfortably by India but it was good preparation for a major tournament, McCullum told a media conference. McCullum acknowledged that his team came into the Champions Trophy with high hopes of making a strong finish, but their performance was disappointing. But we were very poor and it is very disappointing. But we saw tonight that we couldn't withstand the pressure and players

SA vs ENG HIGHLIGHTS, Champions Trophy 2025: Klassen-Dussen power Proteas to semifinals in style

South Africa vs England HIGHLIGHTS: South African bowler wreaked havoc on England to bundle them out on the lowest team total of Champions Trophy 2025 in the first innings

Champions Trophy 2025 live streaming: Where to watch SA vs ENG live match?

Jio Hotstar will livestream the match between South Africa and England in India

Champions Trophy SA vs ENG: Pitch report and key stats of Karachi stadium

The match between South Africa and England is the last Group B match of ICC Champions Trophy 2025