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Ben Stokes plays down fitness fears after not batting or bowling against Ireland

Ben Stokes played down fears over his fitness before the Ashes after England wrapped up victory over Ireland by 10 wickets inside three days without him batting or bowling at Lord's.

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England team bus delayed after Just Stop Oil protests

England's Test summer failed to get off to the best start after the team bus was delayed on its way to Lord's by Just Stop Oil protesters.

Ben Duckett

Opening batter Ben Duckett backed to thrive long-term in second England chance

Ben Duckett has been backed to thrive long-term in a position that has given England a headache for several years after grasping his second chance at Test cricket with both hands.

Jason Roy

Jason Roy set to cancel England deal to star in new US competition

World Cup-winning batter Jason Roy looks set to cancel his England contract to take up a deal with Major League Cricket in the United States.

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Ollie Pope credits captain Ben Stokes for helping him believe in his ability

England's new Test vice-captain Ollie Pope has revealed how the backing he received from Ben Stokes last year helped rebuild his self-belief.

Ollie Robinson

Ollie Robinson becomes latest injury worry for England ahead of summer Tests

Ollie Robinson is set to undergo a scan on a sore left ankle on Monday as the seamer became the latest injury worry for England ahead of a Test against Ireland and the Ashes this summer.