Preview: Test Series: England vs. Sri Lanka - prediction, team news, series so far
Sports Mole previews the third and final Test match between England and Sri Lanka, scheduled to get underway on Friday at The Oval.
Sep 4, 21:21
Michael Holding to retire from cricket commentary - reports
Michael Holding to retire from cricket commentary - reports
Sep 15, 18:08
Joe Root leads tributes as former England captain Ted Dexter dies aged 86
Dexter won 62 England caps between 1958 and 1968 and captained the side on 30 occasions.
Aug 26, 20:10
Michael Vaughan fears Jofra Archer's Test career could be over
The pacemen is set to miss both the T20 World Cup and the Ashes series
Aug 5, 19:20
Michael Vaughan warns of Ashes "farce" with coronavirus restrictions
The former international skipper had previously called for the series to be cancelled unless families were allowed to accompany players.
Jul 23, 08:50
On This Day: Michael Vaughan steps down as England's ODI captain
Michael Vaughan won 32 and lost 22 in his 60 matches at the helm.
Jun 18, 08:35
Joe Root invites ICC to make own judgement on state of Ahmedabad pitch
England were beaten by 10 wickets to go 2-1 down in the series.
Feb 26, 08:45
Pundits criticise pitch, England selection policy after loss
There were 17 wickets inside two sessions on the second day of the Test as Joe Root's side suffered defeat.
Feb 25, 16:04
England's Ben Stokes doubts he will peak in cricket
The 29-year-old says he takes inspiration from captain Joe Root.
Feb 22, 18:32
India v England Day 5: James Anderson propels England to victory
England claimed a 227-run win in the first Test in Chennai.
Feb 9, 10:38
A look back at Joe Root's first 99 Tests for England
Joe Root is likely to break Alastair Cook's record of Tests as captain by the end of 2021.
Feb 1, 07:52
Sunday's sporting social: Anfield draw and Mesut Ozil on the move
Champions Liverpool and Premier League leaders Manchester United shared a goalless draw.
Jan 17, 20:13
Australia captain Tim Paine defends Steve Smith over scuffing incident
Steve Smith was accused of deliberately scuffing away the guard of India batsman Rishabh Pant during the third Test in Sydney.
Jan 12, 12:54
Steve Smith branded "childish" for Rishabh Pant scuffing incident
David Lloyd, Virender Sehwag and Michael Vaughan all had a say.
Jan 11, 12:21
Eoin Morgan insists coded messages are "in the spirit of the game"
Team analyst Nathan Leamon was spotted by television cameras showing letter and number combinations such as '2C' and '4E'.
Dec 3, 12:22
Thursday's sporting social: Birthday greetings and memorable moments
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin Van Der Sar and ex-England cricket captain Michael Vaughan were among those celebrating birthdays.
Oct 29, 20:00
On This Day in 2004 - West Indies shock England to lift ICC Champions Trophy
Courtney Browne and Ian Bradshaw somehow combined to steer their side home in near darkness.
Sep 25, 08:15
Picture of the day: England inch 2-1 ahead in memorable 2005 Ashes series
England went on to win the famous Ashes series in 2005.
Aug 28, 08:25
On this Day in 2008 - Kevin Pietersen named as England's Test, ODI captain
Things started well as Kevin Pietersen scored a century and helped England to victory but things went downhill.
Aug 4, 08:56
Dier signs Tottenham deal, Robertson anniversary - Tuesday's sporting social
Andy Robertson reflects on signing for Liverpool.
Jul 21, 18:35
On This Day in 2006: England skipper Michael Vaughan ruled out of Ashes tour
Michael Vaughan was hampered by a knee injury.
Jul 6, 08:56
On this day: Michael Vaughan steps down as England ODI skipper
Michael Vaughan won 32 and lost 22 in his 60 matches at the helm.
Jun 18, 07:53
On this day: Michael Vaughan becomes most successful English captain ever
Vaughan recorded the most wins as Test captain.
Jun 11, 08:34
Captain Tom Moore made honorary member of England cricket team on 100 not out
Moore has raised over £30million for the NHS by walking in his garden during the coronavirus lockdown.
Apr 30, 14:02
Australia bowler Pat Cummins still hopeful T20 World Cup will go ahead
Former England captain Michael Vaughan says the IPL should be played across five weeks in September and October as a warm-up to the T20 World Cup.
Apr 3, 09:16
On This Day: Flintoff's 'Fredalo' disrupts England's 2007 World Cup campaign
The all-rounder lost the England vice-captaincy over his drunken antics.
Mar 18, 08:36
Banton confirms "100%" commitment to IPL after Vaughan comments
The opener will represent Kolkata Knight Riders this year, but Michael Vaughan has advised him to ditch the contract and focus on Somerset.
Jan 30, 19:34
In Focus: St George's Park, venue for the third Test in Port Elizabeth
England have lost just once in nine Tests at the historic Port Elizabeth venue, winning five.
Jan 13, 12:14
Michael Vaughan tips Jofra Archer to feature at Ashes
The fast bowler is pushing for a place in England's World Cup squad.
May 9, 17:42
Michael Vaughan: 'Twelve-month ban for Australia's Steve Smith is too harsh'
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan claims that the 12-month ban issued to Australia's Steve Smith over ball-tampering is "too harsh".
Mar 28, 13:23
Michael Vaughan: 'Joe Root ready-made for England captaincy'
Michael Vaughan is confident that Joe Root is the right man to lead England after being selected by the ECB to replace Alastair Cook as Test captain.
Feb 13, 20:21
Michael Vaughan, Kevin Pietersen join BT Sport cricket team
Michael Vaughan, Kevin Pietersen and Graeme Swann join the presenting team for BT Sport's cricket coverage.
Oct 14, 13:28
Australian bowler Mitchell Johnson retires: Twitter tributes
Sports Mole takes a look at some of the Twitter reaction to the news of Mitchell Johnson's retirement from all forms of international cricket.
Nov 17, 15:57
Michael Vaughan: "15% chance of an England win"
Former skipper Michael Vaughan concedes that Pakistan are the favourites to beat England ahead of day five of the final Test.
Nov 4, 13:39
Michael Vaughan critical of England's spinners
Michael Vaughan provides a damning assessment of the way that England's spinners performed against Pakistan on day one of the third Test.
Nov 1, 15:17
England's Joe Root reclaims number one spot in ICC Test batting rankings
England batsman Joe Root returns to the top of the ICC world rankings following his decent display in the second-Test defeat to Pakistan.
Oct 27, 07:57
Joe Root: 'We are fully prepared'
Joe Root insists that England are fully prepared for the challenge of facing Pakistan ahead of the first Test in Abu Dhabi.
Oct 12, 22:17
Michael Vaughan unsure over England preparation
Former England captain Michael Vaughan questions whether the current side are fully prepared for the challenges of facing Pakistan in the UAE.
Oct 12, 18:55
On this day: England record unexpected win over South Africa
Twelve years ago today, England defied the odds to beat South Africa by nine wickets at The Oval.
Sep 8, 08:00
Michael Vaughan criticises England batsman for 'poor decisions'
England's batsman need to dig in and score runs slowly at the start of an innings, according to ex-captain Michael Vaughan.
Aug 23, 09:56
