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Ben Stokes, recovering from a hamstring injury, is set to captain England in their upcoming Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge, starting May 22. Uncapped Essex seamer Sam Cook and teammate Jordan Cox have been named in the 13-man squad. Cook's impressive first-class record and recent Lions tour performance earned him a spot.

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The feud between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith intensifies as James mocks Smith’s boxing video on Instagram. Hollywood stars like Jamie Foxx and DaBaby react to the post. This comes after Smith's apology for misinformation about James, and their ongoing exchanges show no signs of stopping.

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Indian cricketer Nitish Rana and his wife Saachi Marwah Rana are expecting twins. Rana announced the news on Instagram, describing it as their 'biggest project yet.' This adds to the list of cricketers like Pat Cummins, Jasprit Bumrah, Travis Head, and jamie smith who have recently become parents, balancing their professional commitments with parenthood.

England's jamie smith returns for their Champions Trophy opener against Australia in Lahore. Absent from the previous ODI series against India, Smith will bat at No. 3 and keep wickets. England has included Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood in their pace attack.

England and Afghanistan face a crucial match in the Champions Trophy 2025 at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. Both teams seek their first win after initial defeats. The pitch is batter-friendly with potential dew in the second innings, favouring the chasing team. Weather forecasts suggest clear skies with temperatures in the 20s.

South Africa aim to secure a semifinal berth in the Champions Trophy against an already eliminated England. Key players like Ryan Rickelton and Temba Bavuma are in form, bolstering the Proteas' chances. Despite their inconsistency, they hold a strong position. Meanwhile, England look to finish their campaign positively despite recent struggles.

Top-ranked South Africa will face struggling England in a crucial Champions Trophy match in Karachi. South Africa aims to secure a semifinal spot in Group B, while England is looking to end on a positive note despite being out of contention after their defeat to Afghanistan.

England's head coach Brendon McCullum discussed their poor performance in the Champions Trophy, admitting disappointment and the need for improvements. He mentioned meeting ECB officials to plan future strategies and rebuild player confidence. McCullum also indicated upcoming decisions on leadership positions and emphasised learning lessons to enhance England's white ball cricket.

England and Australia face off in the Champions Trophy opener, with both teams looking to recover from recent ODI setbacks. Key players are missing for Australia, while England aims to leverage their pace attack and proven batsmen for a strong start in the tournament.

England must defeat Afghanistan in their crucial Champions Trophy match to stay in the tournament. Following a disappointing loss to Australia, England's inconsistent batting and weak bowling performance need improvement. Afghanistan's strong spin attack poses a challenge. Both teams are at risk of elimination, making this a high-stakes match.

Ibrahim Zadran's 177 and Azmatullah Omarzai's five-wicket haul led Afghanistan to a thrilling eight-run victory over England in the Champions Trophy. Despite Joe Root's impressive 120, England's elimination was ensured as Afghanistan kept their semi-final hopes alive. The 23-year-old Zadran surpassed his previous ODI record of 162, crafting a masterful 146-ball innings that included 12 boundaries and six maximums.

England aim to revive their Champions Trophy hopes against Afghanistan following a disappointing loss to Australia. Their bowling unit needs substantial improvement, while handling Afghanistan's strong spin attack is crucial. Afghanistan, recovering from a defeat to South Africa, require consistent performance to challenge England effectively, despite their vulnerabilities.

England wicket-keeper jamie smith may miss the first two ODIs against India due to calf issues but is expected to recover for the Champions Trophy. Joe Root joins the squad, while Rehan Ahmed stays for the ODIs. The ODI series, starting Thursday in Nagpur, serves as England's final preparation before their Champions Trophy match against Australia.

Gus Atkinson, jamie smith debut in England's home series vs West Indies from July 10 at Lord's, announced by ECB. James Anderson's 188th, final Test after 21 years debut, age 41. Shoaib Bashir's first home Test. Chris Woakes returns. Second Test in Nottingham, July 18-22, third in Birmingham, July 26-30.

Josh Inglis's first ODI century propelled Australia to a record run chase, surpassing England's 351 with 15 balls to spare in the Champions Trophy Group B match. Inglis's aggressive 86-ball 101 and key partnerships with Alex Carey and Marnus Labuschagne anchored the successful chase.

England has announced a 16-man Test squad for their tour of New Zealand, featuring uncapped all-rounder Jacob Bethell. Bethell, who recently made his debut in T20I and ODI formats, replaces jamie smith, who is on paternity leave. Jordan Cox is set to make his Test debut in the series starting November 28.

Jos Buttler became the first Englishman to reach 150 sixes in T20 Internationals during the second India vs England T20I in Chennai. He hit three sixes to reach the milestone before being dismissed for 45 runs. Buttler is now the fourth batsman in T20Is with that achievement, following Rohit Sharma, Martin Guptill, and Muhammad Waseem.

The ICC Champions Trophy returns to Pakistan on February 19 after eight years, featuring the top eight men's ODI teams divided into two groups. India will play all their matches in Dubai under the hybrid model. Key players and squads have been announced for teams including India, Pakistan, and Australia, among others.

England announce squads for India tour and Champions Trophy. Ben Stokes will miss both. Joe Root and Mark Wood return to the team. Jos Buttler will captain the limited-overs sides. Jacob Bethell earns his spot after a strong New Zealand series. The tour begins January 17. Matches against India start January 22. The Champions Trophy follows.

Team India is gearing up for the Champions Trophy with a crucial ODI series against England. Vital for assessing the form of key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the series also decides the roles of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant. Shami and Kuldeep's returns are significant, with India's spin and wicketkeeping choices under focus.

England secured a dominant lead in the second day of the first Test at Lord's, with the West Indies struggling at 79/6 in their second innings. Joe Root, Harry Brook, and jamie smith contributed to a first-innings total of 371. James Anderson led the bowling attack, dismissing West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite for nought.

Harry Brook has been named England's new white-ball vice-captain ahead of their series against India. The 25-year-old has quickly become a key player since his T20I debut in 2022. With impressive performances across formats, he joins England's squad led by Jos Buttler for upcoming matches before the ICC Champions Trophy.

India have been handed a setback as Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy. Australia, hit the hardest, will miss key players like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. South Africa and Afghanistan also deal with injuries, while Pakistan's Saim Ayub faces exclusion due to an ankle injury.

England hopes to make an impact in the Champions Trophy after facing challenges, with three venues in Pakistan and Dubai hosting the tournament. With Ben Stokes still recovering and Joe Root's return to ODIs, the team is led by Jos Buttler. England is in Pool B with Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa.

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England were in a commanding position as they took a 94-run first innings lead over the West Indies and then had the tourists 33-2 at stumps on the second day of the third and final test on Saturday. England, 38-3 overnight, scored 376 at Edgbaston before making inroads into the West Indies top order with the wickets of captain Kraigg Brathwaite and the struggling Kirk McKenzie in the last 80 minutes of play.

Several celebrities, including Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, and Ashton Kutcher, are distancing themselves from Sean "Diddy" Combs following his indictment on human trafficking and racketeering charges. Combs denies the allegations as his trial approaches in 2025. Meanwhile, 50 Cent is producing a documentary about the accusations, while Jay-Z and Cuba Gooding Jr. face separate legal battles.

Australia enters the ICC Champions Trophy without key players yet remains a strong contender. With champions like Steve Smith and Glenn Maxwell, Australia's group fixtures include England, South Africa, and Afghanistan. England, South Africa, and Afghanistan also feature formidable squads aiming for success in this highly competitive tournament.