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England drop Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope for 1st Test against New Zealand
England have announced a new-look squad for the first Test against New Zealand, dropping Ollie Pope and Zak Crawley. Durham batter Emilio Gay, Hampshire pacer Sonny Baker and Somerset keeper-bat James Rew have been named in the Test squad for the first time. The trio has impressed heavily in county cricket. Durham opener Emilio Gay has earned his maiden call-up after a prolific County Championship season, while Somerset wicketkeeper-batter James Rew and Hampshire fast bowler Sonny Baker have also been rewarded for strong domestic performances.
Ollie Robinson makes his comeback to the side following a two-year absence. The shake-up follows England's devastating 4-1 Ashes defeat to Australia. England's premier pacer Jofra Archer is unavailable due to Indian Premier League (IPL) commitments.
Notably, Ben Duckett has retained his place despite enduring alarming form at the Ashes. Shoaib Bashir, who was overlooked for the Ashes, has found a place in the 15-member squad. England captain Ben Stokes will lead the team as he returns to full fitness following his recovery from a cheekbone injury. The squad also includes experienced stars such as Joe Root and Harry Brook. The first Test of the three-match series will begin on June 4 at Lord's.
England squad: Ben Stokes (c), Rehan Ahmed, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Matthew Fisher, Emilio Gay, James Rew, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue
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Mark Chapman switches to casual contract
New Zealand star Mark Chapman has opted to move from a full-time New Zealand Cricket (NZC) contract to a casual playing agreement. The change comes after Chapman's decision to take up an opportunity in the Big Bash League (BBL). It will also give him the flexibility to participate in the BBL while remaining eligible for selection for the home side.
Chapman will, though, ...
Japan name squad for historic T20I face-off against India
Japan have unveiled their squad that will take on India a historic men's T20I at Sano International Cricket Ground on September 22. The match will help Japan in their preparations for the Asian Games, which get underway in Nagoya two days later (September 24).
Japan have selected the same squad that will represent the country at their home Asian Gam...
Kevin Pietersen to serve as specialist mentor of England’s white-ball teams
Kevin Pietersen has been appointed as a specialist mentor of the England men's white-ball teams, bringing an extensive amount of experience to the side. Pietersen, who will join England’s coaching staff being led by Brendon McCullum, will link up with the team ahead of the T20I and ODI assignments against Sri Lanka later this month. The coaching group...
“It's sometimes ugly and terribly…”: Former South Africa captain slams Pakistan’s lacklustre show in England
There have been numerous opinions about Pakistan following the team’s lacklustre show in the first two games of the ongoing three-match Test series against England. A lot has unfolded since the second Test at Lord's, where Pakistan crashed to a 194-run defeat, exposing the vulnerabilities in the team’s batting and bowling departments. In the aftermath of the Lord’s defeat, the ...
“They sack you because…”: Ex-Pakistan cricketer on PCB’s stern stance
Former Pakistan cricketer Mushtaq Ahmed would love to take up a coaching role with the national side, but he has also expressed apprehensions about the lack of respect and uncertainty that might come with the position. Over the past few days, Pakistan team has been embroiled in a massive turmoil following the side’s big defeats against England in the opening tw...
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