TOP STORIES
England pacer Ollie Robinson out of 2nd Test against New Zealand
Ahead of the second Test against New Zealand, England have been dealt a crushing after fast bowler Ollie Robinson was ruled out due to a knee issue. The development is a big setback for the hosts, given Robinson’s outstanding performance in the opening match of the series. The Sussex seamer enjoyed a dream return to international cricket at Lord’s, playing a crucial role in England’s convincing 115-run victory.
He claimed three wickets in a brilliant maiden over during New Zealand’s innings. Overall, Robinson took seven wickets, including a superb five-wicket haul in the first innings. Meanwhile, England have drafted in fellow Sussex pace bowler Henry Crocombe as cover. Moreover, pacer Jofra Archer could be in line to make it to the playing XI after linking up with the squad following his IPL commitments.
Robinson’s absence puts England under immense pressure, as Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have already been left out of the second Test following a pending investigation into an incident at a London nightclub. Amid all this, England remain in a strong position after their opening victory and will be eager to maintain their momentum against New Zealand in the second Test that begins on June 17 at The Oval.
England squad for 2nd Test vs New Zealand: Joe Root (C), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Bakes, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox, Henry Crocombe, Ben Duckett, Matthew Fisher, Emilio Gay, James Rew, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue
Tags
More News
“They are a poor side”: Stuart Broad’s stunning take on Pakistan Test team
Pakistan opened their two-match Test series against England on a disappointing note, and former England pacer Stuart Broad has given a stunning assessment of the side’s prospects. Broad felt that Pakistan could struggle if they fail to adjust themselves to the challenging conditions in England.
The opening Test got ...
Monty Desai quits as head coach of Canada
Monty Desai has stepped down as the head coach of Canada, leaving the team in search of a new head coach. Desai took charge as head coach in May, leading the team in two Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series. One of which was played at home and the other one in Scotland.
"A short chapter, but a meaningful one. Grateful to Cricket Canada for the oppo...
CPL 2026: ACB revokes Noor Ahmad’s NOC, St Lucia Kings bring in Tim Seifert as replacement
Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad will not be featuring for St Lucia Kings in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 following Afghanistan Cricket Board’s decision to revoke his no-objection certificate (NOC). Meanwhile, the franchise has named New Zealand’s power-hitter batter Tim Seifert as his replacement for ...
England remain dominant on opening day against Pakistan
England remained utterly dominant on the opening day of the first Test against Pakistan on Wednesday in Leeds. The hosts excelled in both batting and bowling departments to remain on top on day one, keeping Pakistan on the ropes. Pakistan, on the other hand, suffered a dramatic collapse as they were dismissed for 171 in their first innings, with only Ab...
Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal out of second Test against India
Sri Lanka are having to deal with a mountain of challenges ahead of the second Test against India, starting on August 23 in Colombo. There is no room for error for them after suffering a heavy 165-run defeat in the opening match in Galle. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka have been dealt a big blow with Kusal Mendis ruled out of the second Test because of a...
Android App
iOS App
YouTube
Instagram
Twitter