88 m. ago Robin Smith: Tributes paid to 'one of England’s most charismatic and popular players' after death at 62

Former team-mates including Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain recount fond memories of ‘The Judge’

Sport

2 h. ago Robin Smith hailed as ‘batter ahead of his time’ following death at age of 62

He played 62 Tests for England between 1988 and 1996.

Events

2 h. ago Robin Smith: 'Judge' whose fearless batting delivered its own lasting verdict

One of England’s most popular and charismatic players, and a Hampshire icon, has died at the age of 62

Events

2 h. ago Robin Smith: England and Hampshire cricket legend 'The Judge' dies aged 62

Smith died unexpectedly at his home in Australia on Monday

Events

3 h. ago Robin Smith, former England Test batter and Hampshire captain, dies aged 62

Smith had met with England Lions players in Perth only two weeks before his death

Events

3 h. ago Robin Smith's tragic unfulfilled 'nice grandad' wish days before death after vodka battle

Just days before his death, England cricket legend Robin Smith heartbreakingly opened up about his alcohol abuse and wish to be a "nice grandad" for his first granddaughter due to be born this week

Events

5 h. ago Michael Vaughan reveals ‘worry’ for England ahead of second Ashes Test

Michael Vaughan is concerned for England as they head into the second Ashes Test in Brisbane

Politics

6 h. ago England cricket star responds to breaking Queensland laws in e

England's cricket stars are under vast media scrutiny in Australia as they prepare for the second Ashes Test, following their disaster in Perth

Politics

6 h. ago England pick Will Jacks ahead of Shoaib Bashir for second Ashes Test

The all-rounder will be thrust into action for the tourists later this week

Politics

6 h. ago England make bold call with Mark Wood replacement for second Ashes Test

Off-spinning all-rounder Will Jacks was a surprise selection for the Ashes and is now thrust into the lineup for the day/night Test in Brisbane ahead of Shoaib Bashir

Politics

7 h. ago England make major selection gamble for second Ashes Test as team change confirmed

England have named their XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane with all-rounder Will Jacks chosen ahead of spinner Shoaib Bashir, while Mark Wood has been ruled out through injury

Politics

8 h. ago Ollie Pope says England will not back down to media scrutiny in Australia

Paparazzi have routinely been stationed outside hotels and airports.

Politics

18 h. ago Everything said in Ben Stokes' Ashes fallout with former stars as England icon has final say

England captain Ben Stokes has faced heavy criticism after comments made ahead of the Ashes, which the all-rounder has since apologised for.

Politics

20 h. ago England to face huge Ashes disadvantage Ben Stokes knew all about as Joe Root concern raised

England will take on Australia at The Gabba in the Second Ashes Test which will be a day-night game in Brisbane

Politics

21 h. ago Ben Stokes branded 'disrespectful' by Sir Geoffrey Boycott after 'half apology'

Sir Geoffrey Boycott has responded to comments made by captain Ben Stokes before - and during - the ongoing Ashes series between Australia and England.

Politics

29 h. ago Brydon Carse confident England can recapture hostility in second Ashes Test

The tourists were condemned to a two-day loss in Perth but it was not one-way traffic.

Politics

43 h. ago Freddie Flintoff's decision to quit cricket job over pay and £9million BBC compensation

England cricket legend Freddie Flintoff has been through a lot in recent years, including a sudden resignation following a dispute over pay

Economics

45 h. ago Ashes icon Stuart Broad 'split' with Mollie King and suffered big heartbreak

England cricket legend Stuart Broad's personal life has been filled with highs and lows

Politics

45 h. ago Joe Root and Travis Head disagree on unpopular Ashes decision after England preparation slammed

England and Australia will do battle in the second Ashes Test match later on this week with the Aussies 1-0 up heading to the Gabba, which is usually a happy hunting ground for them.

Politics

46 h. ago England cricket legend turned to cage fighting after racking up £13m debt and becoming bankrupt

One former England cricket star was left to fend for himself on the fighting circuit after racking up millions of pounds in debt

Economics