England head coach Brendon McCullum has revealed that he tried to convince Ben Stokes to reconsider his decision to retire from international cricket, but the England captain had already made up his mind. Stokes announced his retirement during the fourth day of the decisive Trent Bridge Test against New Zealand, bringing the curtain down on […]

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has called for sweeping changes in English cricket following Ben Stokes’ retirement, insisting that head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director of men’s cricket Rob Key should step down as part of a “complete clearout.” Vaughan’s comments came after England’s disappointing 2-1 Test series defeat to New Zealand, which marked […]

England pacer Jofra Archer, who was adjudged England’s Player of the Series, became emotional while talking about Ben Stokes at the post-series presentation at Trent Bridge. He stated that it was going to take him a while to get used to an English dressing room without Stokes. “Not just as a captain, but as a […]

England head coach Brendon McCullum has moved to dismiss speculation of a rift with captain Ben Stokes, insisting their relationship remains as strong as ever despite recent off-field controversy involving the England skipper. Questions over the pair’s relationship emerged after Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson were suspended for the second Test against New Zealand at […]

Former England batter Kevin Pietersen has taken a sharp swipe at the Bazball era under head coach Brendon McCullum after England’s heavy 253-run defeat to New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval. The loss has intensified scrutiny on England’s Test approach, which continues to attract praise for its intent but criticism for its […]

England head coach Brendon McCullum said that his initial reaction of anger at Ben Stokes breaching team protocols has given way to “worry and concern” after the nightclub incident that has left his captain’s test future in the balance as well. Stokes and his teammate Gus Atkinson were dropped from the squad last week before […]

England head coach Brendon McCullum has provided a major fitness update on Jacob Bethell ahead of the first Test against New Zealand, confirming that the young all-rounder is fully fit and available for selection at Lord’s. Bethell recently cut short his stint with IPL 2026 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to return home and undergo assessment with […]

The England men’s cricket team are all set to play the upcoming home series against New Zealand on the back of a 4-1 loss at the hands of Australia in their last ICC World Test Championship outing. After 10 matches in the ongoing 2025/27 cycle, England are placed seventh in the Standings with a PCT […]

Kevin Pietersen has sparked fresh debate around Kolkata Knight Riders’ struggling IPL 2026 campaign, predicting that former coach Brendon McCullum could return to the franchise next season. The bold claim comes amid KKR’s dismal run, with the three-time champions still searching for their first win after six matches. KKR’s only point so far has come […]

England Test captain Ben Stokes has supported his partnership with head coach Brendon McCullum, saying that they remain closely aligned despite minor differences that came into focus during the 4-1 Ashes drubbing in Australia as well. He also stated that while he may have to work with McCullum in a “slightly different way”, the main […]