Harry Brook became the first England player to score a double century in a One-Day International, making 202 off 114 balls against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. His innings set a new record for the fastest 200 in ODIs and helped England post a massive 429-4 total, the highest ODI score recorded in Pakistan.
England have added former South Africa head coach Eric Simons to Stephen Fleming’s backroom team as the new Test bowling coach. The move comes as Fleming assembles his staff for his first series in charge against South Africa, while other consultants such as Kevin Pietersen and Marcus Trescothick continue in supporting roles.
England wrapped up their summer with a dominant 223‑run victory over Sri Lanka in the third ODI at The Oval, clinching a 3‑0 series win. Tom Banton delivered a brilliant maiden century, while Harry Brook and Jordan Cox provided solid support. The win caps a successful period for England’s limited‑overs side despite recent off‑field challenges.
England continued their strong T20 form by thrashing Sri Lanka by six wickets in Cardiff, clinching the series with a match to spare. The victory secured the series win for England, highlighting their dominance in the short‑format game.
England took early control of the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, dismissing the visitors for 133 and ending the day on 156‑4. The hosts held a 23‑run lead at stumps, putting Pakistan under pressure in the series decider.
On Test Match Special, former England captain Michael Vaughan and commentator Jonathan Agnew slammed the England cricket team’s culture after bowler Brydon Carse was handcuffed outside a nightclub. The incident adds to a series of recent off‑field issues involving the side, prompting calls for a change in attitude.
England opened the first Test against Pakistan in spectacular fashion when Ollie Robinson bowled Azan Awais lbw with the very first delivery of the day at Headingley. The early wicket gave England an ideal start to the match.
Joe Root played a match‑winning innings of 99 not out as England secured a four‑wicket victory over India in the second ODI at Cardiff. The win levels the three‑match series, setting up a decisive final game.
Ben Stokes has apologised to his team-mates before his return as England captain for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson were made unavailable for the second Test due to a breach of the team’s midnight curfew and an incident in a London nightclub. Both players have been recalled to the XI for the third Test.