Cricket News

Reigning champions Surrey Stars' hopes of reaching Finals Day suffered a hit as they slipped to a five-wicket defeat by Yorkshire Diamonds.

England's Ben Stokes says the third Ashes Test will be won by whichever side has the mettle and technique to withstand a bouncer barrage at Headingley.

Danni Wyatt continued her stunning Kia Super League form with a half-century, before Suzie Bates held her nerve in a final over thriller to hand Southern Vipers a three-run victory over Yorkshire Diamonds.

Australia captain Tim Paine says his team have got plans in place to deal with the threat of England fast bowler Jofra Archer at Headingley.

Ollie Pope has been added to England's squad for the third Ashes Test at Headingley as cover for Surrey team-mate Jason Roy.

The ECB have finalised England men's international schedule for summer 2020, with series against Australia, Pakistan, the West Indies and Ireland all planned.

Jason Roy has passed concussion testing, but will be re-examined on Thursday before being cleared to play in the third Ashes Test against Australia.

The Ashes clash at Headingley is Sky's Participation Test as we look at inclusion in cricket at a number of levels.