Sri Lanka fight back after James Anderson takes three wickets
The home side reached 155 for three at tea, with England's record wicket-taker responsible for all three dismissals.
Jan 22, 10:01
James Anderson takes two wickets on day one in Galle
Sri Lanka may have feared a repeat of their dismal 135 all out from last week.
Jan 22, 08:56
Chris Silverwood takes pleasure in Australia's defeat to India
India's famous win over Australia grabbed the England squad's attention in Galle.
Jan 19, 17:08
Angelo Mathews hits half-century for England against Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka were 302 for seven at tea for a lead of 16 runs.
Jan 17, 10:10
Sri Lanka fight back after Joe Root's double century
Joe Root was the last man out for England after scoring 228 to record a fourth double ton for his country.
Jan 16, 09:51
Joe Root hits double century as England boast lead of 286
Joe Root became only the fifth England player to score a Test double hundred in Asia.
Jan 16, 09:40
Thursday's sporting social: Bess shines for England while Wilson calls it a day
England made a flying start against Sri Lanka while gymnast Nile Wilson announced his retirement.
Jan 14, 18:22
England dominant on day one against Sri Lanka
The tourists skittled Sri Lanka for 135 then replied with 127 for two.
Jan 14, 16:07
Stuart Broad: 'England in dream world after impressive start'
Stuart Broad took three wickets and Dom Bess five before Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow took England within eight runs of their hosts' total.
Jan 14, 13:58
Impressive England dominate day one of Sri Lanka Test
Stuart Broad's early scalps set the tone for a day England ended just eight runs behind their opponents with eight first-innings wickets intact.
Jan 14, 12:52
Stuart Broad, Dom Bess impress against Sri Lanka on day one
The hosts made just 135 after winning the toss and electing to bat.
Jan 14, 09:52
Stuart Broad takes two wickets in strong England start
Sri Lanka slipped to 65 for three on the first morning after opting to bat in Galle.
Jan 14, 08:13
England's Joe Root vows to up his ball game in Sri Lanka
The England captain could find himself pressed into use as a third spinner with Moeen Ali in isolation.
Jan 12, 22:19
England's Dom Bess hopes to prod any egos in Sri Lanka team
England finally took to the pitch in Hambantota for a low-key workout between Team Joe Root and Team Buttler.
Jan 8, 17:15
Dom Bess signs for Yorkshire on four-year contract
The off-spinner was on loan with the county from Somerset in 2019.
Sep 2, 08:36
Dom Bess salutes "GOAT" James Anderson as fast bowler closes in on 600 Test wickets
England spinner Dom Bess has described the seamer as the greatest of all time.
Aug 24, 09:05
Dom Bess opens up on risk of serious injury in bad light
The spinner also hailed James Anderson after he moved on to 598 career Test wickets.
Aug 23, 21:45
England's James Anderson nearing another milestone against Pakistan
The seamer is three away from 600 Test scalps.
Aug 23, 16:40
Joe Root issues rallying cry to England teammates ahead of final Test
England hold a 1-0 lead in the series.
Aug 21, 08:56
England complete successful header bin challenge during rain break
Mark Wood finished the job.
Aug 5, 18:27
Joe Root run out for 17 on opening morning of decisive third Test
Jofra Archer returned after missing the second Test for breaching the team's bio-security protocols.
Jul 24, 13:31
Jofra Archer back for England decider against West Indies
He missed the second Test after breaching the team's bio-security protocols
Jul 24, 12:38
West Indies captain Jason Holder lavisher praise on Rahkeem Cornwall
Jason Holder gives little away about selection for Old Trafford but likes what he sees from the off-spinner.
Jul 23, 16:26
Ben Stokes strikes another crucial blow to leave England needing five wickets
West Indies reached tea at 137 for five on the final day of the second Test.
Jul 20, 16:38
England's follow-on hopes fading at tea against West Indies
The West Indies reached tea on 227 for four.
Jul 19, 16:34
West Indies stand firm against England on fourth morning
Dom Bess claimed the solitary scalp of nightwatchman Alzarri Joseph as the West Indies reached 118 for two.
Jul 19, 14:20
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 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
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
Jofra Archer stars for England as West Indies chase 200 to win first Test
Jofra Archer claimed two wickets and sent opener John Campbell back hurt before lunch.
Jul 12, 13:34
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
Ed Smith explains reasons behind Test squad to face West Indies
Dan Lawrence has emerged as a contender.
Jul 4, 18:04
Dom Bess determined to keep England place for first West Indies Test
The Somerset spinner impressed in South Africa over the winter.
Jul 2, 19:58
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 19
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 19, 23:39
Dom Bess opens up on how he is keeping positive mindset amid lockdown
The Somerset bowler last month opened up about his mental health struggles and he discussed the topic further with Marcus Trescothick on Zoom.
May 19, 10:19
Chris Woakes, Matt Parkinson take two wickets apiece in Sri Lanka warm-up
Having posted 316 on day one against an SLC Board XI, Joe Root's side had the hosts 184 for six at tea.
Mar 8, 10:23
England take three wickets on morning of first Sri Lanka warm-up
Dom Bess and Matt Parkinson also took wickets in Katunayake.
Mar 8, 08:41
Joe Root hails "squad effort" as England claim series win in South Africa
England wrapped up a 3-1 Test series victory with a 91-run win in Johannesburg on Monday.
Jan 27, 17:15
England win toss and choose to bat as Archer ruled out of final Test
The paceman has an elbow issue.
Jan 24, 11:41
Five things we learned from England's third Test win over South Africa
Joe Root's men have taken an unassailable lead in the series.
Jan 21, 15:45
