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England Test captaincy debate

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Latest: England selector Marcus North backs Joe Root as Test captain over Harry Brook

On 5 August 2026, Harry Brook smashed a rapid 55‑run innings in the men’s Hundred, equalling the competition’s fastest fifty. His explosive form prompted England white‑ball head coach Brendon McCullum to hail Brook as a

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England-Pakistan Test series squad

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Latest: England cricket squad announced for Pakistan Test series

England confirmed a 16‑man squad for the first two Tests of the home series against Pakistan, which starts on 19 August at Headingley. Jacob Bethell was ruled out with a right‑knee injury sustained during the recent ODI

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Stokes retirement, Fleming coaching appointment

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Latest: England names Stephen Fleming as Test coach, Joe Root as captain as Ben Stokes retires and eyes coaching role

In July 2026 Ben Stokes announced his permanent retirement from international cricket after a 2‑1 Test series loss to New Zealand. He confirmed he is completing a Level‑3 coaching qualification, rules out a 2027 Ashes co

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