New Zealand cricket coach and former captain, head coach of England men's team
Rain has forced abandonment of the Hamilton one-day international between New Zealand and India at Seddon Park after a two-hour delayed toss and heavier showers late on Tuesday evening. No play was possible before the 8 p.m. cutoff; India lead the five-match series 2-0 and need one more win to clinch the series, with the tour moving to Mount Maunganui for matches on Friday and Sunday.
England has abolished the midnight curfew for both Test and white-ball squads as a new leadership era under Joe Root and Stephen Fleming begins. The move aims to foster adult responsibility and a cohesive culture ahead of a three-Test series against Pakistan at Headingley.
Moeen Ali has retired from international cricket and is preparing for a coaching career. He is coaching with club and franchise teams while eyeing England duty in the future, saying his ultimate dream is to coach England and that he will gain experience after this winter.
England’s home Ashes schedule excludes Headingley for the next two summers. Notably, Nottingham’s Trent Bridge will host the northerly match in 2027, with Headingley and Old Trafford out of the men’s rotation. England’s win over Pakistan at Headingley secures momentum, but fans face years without a Headingley Test.
Pakistan has announced a major overhaul of its Test squad ahead of the third match in the England series, replacing head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and seven players with Mike Hesson leading a mix of uncapped and new faces. The move follows heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s and signals a bid to re-balance the side amid criticism of the former regime.
England has completed a 3-0 Rothesay Series clean sweep after defeating Pakistan by eight wickets at Edgbaston. Root and Cox secure a calm chase of 130, following Razaullah’s fearless 81 from 63 and Abbas’s 4-42 in Pakistan’s first innings. The result caps a turbulent tour for Pakistan and a triumphant turnaround for England.
KP has been appointed as a specialist mentor to Englands white-ball teams for the ODI and T20 series against Sri Lanka, and will be involved in winter tours and the 2027 World Cup setup, integrating with Brendon McCullums coaching group.
England has appointed Stephen Fleming as Test coach, while Brendon McCullum remains in charge of limited-overs sides. Fleming will lead England on the South Africa tour this winter, with interim duties and Sky NZ commentary ties shaping his early period.
Aneurin Donald has opened the batting for England, marking a historic moment as the Glamorgan-born batter debuts at Cardiff after stepping up due to injuries in the squad. England’s white-ball series begins with a strong statement of intent as Donald pairs with Jos Buttler.
Cricket fast bowler Carse has been arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly after a night out with Durham teammates. The incident led to his removal from England squads; police later announced no further action on the assault investigation, while the Cricket Regulator is now reviewing potential conduct breaches.
In his first press conference, England's new Test coach, Stephen Fleming, has articulated a clear ambition to restore England to No. 1 in Test cricket and improve the World Test Championship standing. He emphasizes discipline, planning, and a balance of flair, while acknowledging ongoing commitments and changes within the squad.
England has chased Sri Lanka’s 145-9 in 12.1 overs to seal a 3-0 series win in a high-paced T20I at Old Trafford, with Liam Dawson taking 3-32 as hosts dominate the finale.
England has named a 16-player ODI squad for the Pakistan tour with Jos Buttler injured, Adil Rashid returning, and Mason Crane earning a debut chance. Jofra Archer is rested. The tri-series in Pakistan runs from Oct. 18 to Oct. 31, with a Lahore final.
England have named Thomas Rew as captain for the Lions T20s against West Indies A in the Caribbean, with a broader squad announced for ODI and T20 tours. The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batter could become England’s youngest debutant if selected for Australia later this year.