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England's New Test Coach: The Urgent To-Do List After Bazball
England is searching for a new Test coach to succeed Brendon McCullum, with a focus on appointing a new captain, improving off-field discipline, and finding a successor for Ben Stokes. The new leadership must balance aggressive cricket with tactical refinement ahead of next summer's Ashes.
16 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026
ICC Announces Major Format Overhauls for 2027 ODI and 2028 T20 World Cups
The ICC has unveiled new formats for the 2027 ODI World Cup and 2028 T20 World Cup, introducing 'Super 7' and 'Eliminator' stages to increase competitive stakes. The changes include a 12-team main group phase for the 50-over tournament and an expanded 'Super 10' stage for the T20 event.
15 Jul 2026
Stuart Broad Urges Tactical Shift in England ODI Selection
Stuart Broad has called for England to integrate an extra specialist seamer into their ODI side to address tactical imbalances and poor form. Currently ranked eighth, England face pressure to develop pace depth ahead of the next World Cup.
14 Jul 2026
Jacob Bethell to Open for England in ODI Series Opener Against India
Jacob Bethell will open the batting for England alongside Ben Duckett in the first ODI against India at Edgbaston. Jos Buttler is set to reach his 200th ODI cap as Harry Brook leads the side.
14 Jul 2026
England vs India Lord's Test: Player Performance Audit
England fell to a 270-run defeat against India in the historic first women's Test at Lord's. The match saw the international retirements of Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight, with Sophie Ecclestone emerging as the top performer for the hosts.
13 Jul 2026
India Secure Dominant 270-Run Victory Over England in Lord's Test
India defeated England by 270 runs in the women's Test at Lord's, with England bowled out for 186 in their second innings. The match marked the final international appearances for Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight.
13 Jul 2026
England face heavy defeat as India dominate Lord's Test
England trail India by 327 runs with four wickets remaining in their pursuit of a 457-run target at Lord's. The match marks the final international appearances for Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight.
12 Jul 2026
Brendon McCullum Departs England Test Role, Retains White-Ball Duties
Brendon McCullum is stepping down as England's Test head coach following a difficult run of results, but will continue to lead the white-ball teams. The ECB is now seeking a successor to lead the Test side ahead of next summer's Ashes.
12 Jul 2026
Heather Knight Announces Retirement from International Cricket
Heather Knight is retiring from international cricket following the ongoing Test match against India at Lord's. The 35-year-old concludes her career as England's most-capped player, having led the team in 199 matches and secured 7,988 international runs.
11 Jul 2026
ICC Clears ECB Following Review of Ben Stokes' Dressing Room Video
The ICC will take no action against the ECB after reviewing a dressing room video of Ben Stokes' retirement announcement, which had initially raised concerns regarding anti-corruption protocols for protected match areas.