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England Set for Pakistan and Sri Lanka ODI Tri-Series in October
England will face Pakistan and Sri Lanka in a seven-match ODI tri-series across Rawalpindi and Lahore this October. Harry Brook leads a 16-man squad as England continues preparations for the 2027 World Cup.
8 Oct 2026
3 Oct 2026
England Name 16-Man Squad for Pakistan Test Series
Joe Root has named a 16-man squad for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan, featuring the return of Ollie Pope and the inclusion of Dan Lawrence. The team faces the challenge of replacing Ben Stokes, with Sam Curran currently sidelined due to fitness.
4 Aug 2026
Ben Stokes Confirms Coaching Ambitions and Reflects on England Test Changes
Ben Stokes has confirmed his ambition to move into coaching after retiring from international cricket. The former captain also discussed the leadership transition to Joe Root and expressed his view that Harry Brook should have been considered for the Test captaincy.
2 Aug 2026
Joe Root Leads Welsh Fire to Joint Top of The Hundred Table
Joe Root scored an unbeaten 58 to lead Welsh Fire to victory over Birmingham Phoenix, moving his side to the joint top of The Hundred table. The result leaves the Phoenix's tournament hopes in jeopardy as the competition approaches its final stages on August 16.
31 Jul 2026
Joe Root Reappointed as England Test Captain Amid Criticism
Joe Root has been reappointed as England Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement, with Stephen Fleming named as the new head coach. The decision has been labeled a "retrograde step" by pundit Mark Butcher, while others highlight the potential for a strong tactical partnership between Root and Fleming.
17 Jul 2026
Joe Root's Unbeaten 99 Leads England to Series-Levelling Victory Over India
Joe Root's unbeaten 99 guided England to a four-wicket win over India in Cardiff, leveling the ODI series. A disciplined bowling performance restricted India to 234, setting up a series decider at Lord's this Sunday.
17 Jul 2026
Joe Root's Masterclass Levels Series as England Defeat India in Second ODI
Joe Root scored an unbeaten 99 to lead England to a four-wicket win over India in the second ODI, leveling the series 1-1. The decider is set for Sunday at Lord's.
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23 Oct 2026
Harry Brook double century in vain as Sri Lanka stun England
Sri Lanka chased down 430 to beat England in Rawalpindi despite Harry Brook's record ODI double century, a 202 from 116 balls that set the fastest double hundred in the format. England's bowlers dropped too short and took only one wicket between the fifth and 41st overs, with Sam Curran conceding 103 runs from nine overs. Janith Liyanage's unbeaten 61 finished the chase with one ball to spare.
22 Oct 2026
McCullum Brook relationship has blossomed says England coach
Brendon McCullum says his relationship with Harry Brook has blossomed since he stepped away from the Test job, praising Brook's tactics and standing in the dressing room. England's T20 side tops the world rankings, while the ODI side lost its tri-series opener to Pakistan by 87 runs and faces Sri Lanka next in Rawalpindi.
20 Oct 2026
England ODI tri-series opens with Pakistan clash in Rawalpindi
England open their ODI tri-series against Pakistan in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, with Sri Lanka the third side in the tournament. The series doubles as an audition for the Test tour of South Africa, with Mason Crane, James Coles, Will Jacks, Henry Crocombe and Sam Curran all under scrutiny.
19 Oct 2026
Australia Test Tour Reignites Rivalry Against South Africa After Sandpapergate
Australia begins its first Test tour of South Africa since the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal with a three-match series starting in Durban. The matchup pits the top two ranked Test nations against each other following South Africa's World Test Championship victory.
18 Oct 2026
Kagiso Rabada Return Confirmed as South Africa Reshuffle for Gqeberha Test
South Africa welcome back fast bowler Kagiso Rabada for the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha following a 214-run defeat in Durban. Several changes to the batting lineup are expected, while Australia assess fast bowler workloads and abrasive pitch conditions.