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England confirm two-year central contracts for Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler | Cricket News – Times of India

Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler (Photo Source: X) The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed new two-year central contracts for both Test captain Ben Stokes and limited-overs skipper Jos Buttler on Thursday.While Buttler's agreement adds an additional year to his existing contract, Stokes's commitment extends through 2026, which also includes the Ashes in Australia late next year. "Both our captains, Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler, have signed two-year central contracts that showcase the commitment of all the players to prioritise playing for their country," AFP quoted Rob Key, the managing director of England cricket for men.Gus Atkinson has received an extended contract until 2026, while Harry Brook, Joe Root and Mark Wood maintain their existing two-year arrangements.A first-time En...

25Sep

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Harry Brook hits century as England keeps ODI series alive by ending Australia’s 14-match winning run

England’s Harry Brook celebrates after reaching his century | Photo Credit: Reuters England captain Harry Brook struck his first one-day international century before his team clinched a 46-run win by the DLS method to keep alive the series against Australia on Tuesday.Chasing 305 to win the third ODI, England was 254-4 — with Brook unbeaten on 110 — when heavy rain arrived in the day-nighter at Chester-le-Street. The teams didn’t get back on the field and England was well ahead of the run-rate.Australia, which had cruised to dominant wins at Southampton and Leeds in this five-match series, saw its lead trimmed to 2-1 and its 14-match winning run in ODIs come to an end. During that streak, the team won the Cricket World Cup in India last year.Coming to the crease with England in trouble on ...

17Sep

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Exclusive: New crop of players are fearless, international-ready, says Jos Buttler | Cricket News – Times of India

Jos Buttler talks to TOI on cricket's rising new breed, the churn in England's coaching setup and dealing with injury...It's not a good time to be Jos Buttler. England's regular white-ball captain is grappling with a right calf injury that has made him sit out for long, even as a Harry Brook-led England prepare to take on Australia in the upcoming ODI series. Buttler, though, is not one to merely sit on the sidelines.Along with his rehab, he has been meticulously planning the way forward for the team under new head coach Brendon McCullum, who takes over next January.Excerpts from an exclusive interview...Status of your injury?I haven't set a timeline for my return but I'm feeling good. I've had a couple of setbacks along the way in my rehab, which is a shame. I just want to get it complete...

16Sep

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Teen pacer Mahli Beardman on standby for Australia’s ODI series against England | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia have put 19-year-old fast bowler Mahli Beardman on standby for the upcoming one-day international (ODI) series against England, team management announced on Monday. Beardman has limited experience in senior professional cricket, having bowled just six overs at the level.Beardman gained attention after being named player of the match during the Under-19 World Cup final in February in South Africa.In that game, he took 3 for 15 in seven overs, helping Australia defeat India by 79 runs.His limited exposure to professional cricket includes just one List A game for Western Australia, where he recorded figures of 1 for 42 against New South Wales in the Marsh Cup last November.Beardman will join the Australian squad in Nottingham as they prepare for the first ODI against Engl...

15Sep

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Rain washes out England-Australia T20I series finale | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Persistent rain on Sunday forced the abandonment of the third Twenty20 match between England and Australia at Old Trafford. The match, scheduled to start at 2:30 pm local time, was called off without even toss happening in Manchester.Both the toss and the match were delayed as rain fell throughout the morning, creating deep puddles on the covers that protected the pitch. The official cut-off time for a minimum five-overs-per-side match was set at 5:46 pm. However, a fresh downpour just before a planned pitch inspection led the umpires to call off the match at 4:18 pm.The series ended in a 1-1 draw. England's win in the second T20 match in Cardiff, led by Liam Livingstone's score of 87, followed Australia's victory in the opening match in Southampton.England will next play a five...

15Sep

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Harry Brook to captain England as Jos Buttler ruled out of ODI series against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: England's white-ball captain, Jos Buttler, will be sidelined for the upcoming One-Day International (ODI) series against Australia due to a lingering calf injury. This announcement, made by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Sunday, casts a shadow over England's preparations for the series.Buttler, 34, has been grappling with the calf issue, which also forced him to miss the entirety of the ongoing Twenty20 series against Australia. The T20 series is currently level at 1-1, with the final match scheduled for Sunday, adding further pressure on the English side.In a significant development, batter Harry Brook has been entrusted with the captaincy responsibilities in Buttler's absence. This marks a significant step up for the 24-year-old.Adding to England's woes, young fa...

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England’s Mark Wood out for rest of 2024 with elbow injury | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: England speedster Mark Wood has been ruled out for the rest of the year due to a right elbow injury. The 34-year-old had already missed the final two matches of England’s three-Test series against Sri Lanka because of a right thigh muscle strain.A statement from the England and Wales Cricket Board on Friday explained that Wood had experienced increasing stiffness and discomfort in his elbow during the Test series against the West Indies earlier this season. Despite the issues, Wood continued bowling in Manchester, where England secured a five-wicket victory.He managed the discomfort while bowling in Manchester, said the ECB. Wood, whose career has frequently been interrupted by injuries, will continue to work closely with the ECB medical team on rehabilitation and management. Du...

5Sep

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‘He’s been a little bit miserable’: England coach Brendon McCullum aims to uplift injured captain Jos Buttler – Times of India

NEW DELHI: England's white-ball cricket faces a period of transition as captain Jos Buttler continues to recover from a right calf injury, ruling him out of the upcoming T20 series against Australia. While Buttler's availability for the subsequent ODI series remains uncertain, head coach Brendon McCullum has outlined his vision to revitalize both the team and its captain.With Buttler sidelined, opener Phil Salt will assume T20 captaincy duties, leading a squad featuring both established names and emerging talents. The inclusion of uncapped Jordan Cox in both the T20 and ODI squads highlights England's commitment to exploring fresh options. All-rounder Jamie Overton, who debuted in Test cricket last year, earns a call-up to the T20 squad, replacing Buttler.Buttler's absence presents a chall...

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‘Bazball’ spreads in English cricket as Test coach Brendon McCullum takes over white-ball teams too | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: England Cricket on Tuesday announced that current Test team coach Brendon McCullum will also take charge of the one-day international (ODI) and Twenty20 (T20) teams beginning next year. The shift is part of a new leadership structure announced by England Cricket with McCullum's contract with the ECB extended until 2027.Historically, the rigorous international schedule has made it difficult for one individual to manage both the Test and limited-overs teams due to overlapping matches.However, the ECB and McCullum believe that changes to the calendar will now make it feasible to adopt a unified coaching structure starting in January."The idea of a unified coaching structure, especially with the schedule easing next year, made perfect sense," McCullum said. "I’m energized by the pro...