Ben Stokes throws support behind under-fire Jofra Archer
The hosts racked up 469 for nine declared over the first two days, after Archer was omitted from the side.
Jul 18, 07:46
Ben Stokes offers full support to Jofra Archer
Ben Stokes' 10th Test century was further evidence of his maturity in the middle.
Jul 17, 21:58
Ben Stokes, Dom Sibley centuries pile pressure on West Indies
The England pair dominated on day two at Old Trafford.
Jul 17, 19:29
Dom Sibley, Ben Stokes star to put England in control against West Indies
Ben Stokes was also not out, albeit on 99 runs, come the lunch break.
Jul 17, 14:16
Dom Sibley, Ben Stokes take heat off absent Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer was excluded from the squad to face the West Indies after breaking coronavirus protocols to visit Brighton.
Jul 16, 19:57
Dom Sibley steadies the ship for England following loss of Rory Burns, Zak Crawley
Returning skipper Joe Root made 23.
Jul 16, 17:52
Jermaine Blackwood shrugs off Ben Stokes sledging to put pressure on bowlers
The West Indies batsman helped his side to victory in the first Test.
Jul 14, 18:24
Dom Bess feeling "really dangerous" ahead of second Test against West Indies
The spinner is looking forward to the chance to help England level the series against the West Indies at Old Trafford.
Jul 14, 18:16
Eoin Morgan looking forward to reunion with fellow England World Cup winners
Morgan's side beat New Zealand in dramatic fashion at the home of cricket.
Jul 13, 22:16
Ben Stokes "will not look back with any regrets" on West Indies defeat
Jermaine Blackwood hit a match-winning 95 for the Windies at Southampton.
Jul 13, 09:06
Ben Stokes 'has no regrets' despite West Indies defeat
The West Indies triumphed by four wickets at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 12, 20:01
Ben Stokes: 'England fell short with the bat'
The West Indies triumphed by four wickets at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 12, 19:57
Jermaine Blackwood stars as West Indies edge towards victory over England
Jermaine Blackwood was 65 not out heading into the final session.
Jul 12, 16:27
Zak Crawley confident England can overcome West Indies
All three results are possible, with England ending day four 248 for eight - a lead of 170 runs on a wearing pitch.
Jul 11, 19:40
Ben Stokes hands England hope but West Indies have advantage
The captain took four wickets before England closed the day on 15 without loss.
Jul 10, 19:39
West Indies close in on England's total despite Ben Stokes dismissing Kraigg Brathwaite
Brathwaite converted his overnight 20 into the first-half century of the match from 113 balls.
Jul 10, 13:29
Jason Holder eyes batting success to match bowling heroics
Holder claimed six England wickets.
Jul 9, 20:35
Captain Jason Holder stars as West Indies tear through England batting lineup
Ben Stokes' 43 was the best his team could muster in response but even that required two drops in the outfield.
Jul 9, 16:41
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 8
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 8, 23:39
Rain affects first day of the Test between England and West Indies
Persistent rain meant only 17 overs were completed before an early tea break.
Jul 8, 17:08
NHS worker reveals pride at James Anderson tribute
England displayed names of key workers, including nurse practitioner Tom Field, on their training shirts to honour their work in the Covid-19 crisis.
Jul 8, 15:56
Ben Stokes intends to skipper England 'in his own way'
Ben Stokes will cover regular captain Joe Root, who misses the first Test as he attends the birth of his second child.
Jul 8, 08:46
Ben Stokes reveals message from Joe Root ahead of England captaincy bow
Ben Stokes will be skipper for the first Test against the West Indies, and Joe Root took the time to write a short note to his stand-in.
Jul 7, 18:57
Jason Holder: 'England in capable hands with Ben Stokes'
Jason Holder has led the West Indies for nearly five years.
Jul 7, 17:55
Ben Stokes vs. Jason Holder: A closer look at the world's top two all-rounders
The pair will go head to head this week when the first Test between England and West Indies gets under way in Southampton.
Jul 7, 10:46
Phil Simmons challenges Jason Holder to win battle with Ben Stokes
The first Test between England and the West Indies takes place on Wednesday at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 6, 18:11
Kemar Roach backs Ben Stokes to shine as stand-in captain for Joe Root
England's top four will likely have just 39 caps between them.
Jul 5, 18:23
Andrew Strauss: 'Ben Stokes captaincy will be a proud moment for him'
The Durham all-rounder will take over temporarily from Joe Root.
Jul 2, 18:41
Grape woes for Norris and Poulter shows his moves - Wednesday's sporting social
Chelsea also released their home kit for next season.
Jul 1, 18:24
Newcomer James Bracey catches the eye in England's intra-squad match
Bracey, the uncapped Gloucestershire prospect, was one of the least well known players convened for a 30-man training camp.
Jul 1, 16:06
Craig Overton, James Bracey impress as England emerge from lockdown
Duo - and others - aiming to impress in Southampton contest.
Jul 1, 14:32
Ben Stokes XI field as England return to competitive action
Stokes will captain next week's first Test against the West Indies in the absence of Joe Root.
Jul 1, 11:40
Ben Stokes: The highs and lows of his career after being named England captain
Ben Stokes will deputise for Joe Root at the Ageas Bowl next week.
Jun 30, 17:56
Ben Stokes to step in as England captain for first Test against Windies
All-rounder will step in next week with Joe Root missing the match to attend the birth of his second child.
Jun 30, 17:26
Ben Stokes vows to taske "positive" approach to England captaincy
The star all-rounder is preparing to deputise for father-to-be Joe Root against the West Indies.
Jun 29, 18:15
On this day: Headingley hosts its first Test match
Yorkshire play their home matches at the ground.
Jun 29, 07:28
Mark Wood warns England could be deprived of next star after delay to cricket
Club cricket remains on hold.
Jun 24, 19:15
Phil Simmons predicts fierce battle between Ben Stokes and Jason Holder
Jason Holder occupies top spot in the International Cricket Council Test all-rounder rankings ahead of Ben Stokes.
Jun 22, 17:00
Kevin Pietersen warns Ben Stokes off England captaincy
KP thinks Jos Buttler would be a better choice if Joe Root is forced to miss a game against the West Indies.
Jun 8, 12:13
Peter Moores hails Joe Root's determination to continue improving
The former England head coach is relishing working with England's Test captain again.
Jun 4, 14:09
