The England men's cricket team, governing since 1997 by the ECB, represents England and Wales in international cricket.
New Zealand has beaten India by 245 runs at Mount Maunganui after posting 333, with Will Young scoring 125 and Matt Henry taking 6-27 to bowl India out for 89. India has made several changes to its side ahead of upcoming Test call-ups; the result leaves India unable to lose the five-match series but New Zealand able to avoid defeat with a win in the final match on Sunday.
England’s One-Day International tour of Australia has been hit by Jacob Bethell’s knee setback, forcing him home for specialist review. England names James Coles and Eddie Jack as cover; Rashid shines in Perth warm-up as Bethell’s absence looms large ahead of a South Africa series and World Cup preparations.
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.
The Hundred has undergone a branding revamp under private ownership, with teams rebranded to IPL-style identities. Attendance has stagnated this season despite record investment, and executives say bold branding is essential to attract new fans while navigating ongoing financial strains and market adjustments.
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 has thrived in a commanding opening three days of the Rothesay Test, with Joe Root restoring captaincy, Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson excelling with ball, and Jofra Archer contributing both bat and ball as Pakistan crumble for 135 in the second innings after a 409-run first-innings lead.
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.
England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been removed from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan while the Cricket Regulator investigates a Derby nightclub incident in which footage shows him in handcuffs. He remains in consideration pending the investigation; Sonny Baker is called up to replace him.
Brydon Carse has been stood down from England’s squad for the second Test amid an ongoing investigation by the Cricket Regulator into an incident in Derby. He has been replaced by Sonny Baker as the team prepares for the Lord’s clash.
England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been detained on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in Derby and later de-arrested. Police are investigating allegations of assault. Carse has been removed from the England squad for the second Test against Pakistan as regulators investigate the incident; Joe Root says the team is “hacked off” and will need to rebuild trust amid a string of alcohol-related incidents.
Pakistan has seen a rapid collapse in form and a dramatic but controversial shake-up of players and coaches during a Tests tour in England, prompting questions about management and future strategy. England leads the series after dominant wins, while the PCB faces an inquiry into conduct.
Pakistan has replaced head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed with Mike Hesson and handed debuts to seven players as part of a major reshuffle ahead of the Edgbaston Test against England. The move comes after back-to-back losses and a controversial row surrounding a Sky interview.
England has sealed a 2-0 series win after a commanding performance at Lord’s, with Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer spearheading a ruthless pace attack that dismantled Pakistan. Abbas earns Lord’s honours board with a five-wicket haul, while Saud Shakeel’s 97 proves valiant but ultimately in vain.
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.
England’s white-ball unit dominates Sri Lanka at Southampton, with Baker claiming three wickets and Brook blasting 114 to propel a 254-run total; the hosts surge toward victory in Southampton, while the Sri Lankans bowled out for 135.
Pakistan’s Razaullah belts nine sixes on 81 off 63, guiding a 449 all out as England chase 130 to seal the series. Shan Masood, Babar Azam, and Azan Awais contribute 50s; England’s bowlers struggle to stem the attack.
In a five-over first official, India has defeated Japan by two runs after a controversial wide was overturned by umpires in the final over. Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel have led India with key contributions, while Japan's chase ends at 30-3.
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.
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.
Pakistan has clinched the tri-series final in Lahore, with Arafat Minhas and Fakhar Zaman delivering pivotal knocks as Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis posted a record century but fell short. The hosts chase 326 and reach the target with two balls to spare, aided by a late surge from Minhas and a composed finish by Shaheen Afridi.