Cricket News

Sussex became the first side to register a win in the Bob Willis Trophy as they wrapped up a 94-run victory over Hampshire at Hove.

Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has tipped Naseem Shah to flourish against England this month, insisting the teenage fast bowler "could win a Test match on his own".

England's one-day side is "the most difficult sports team in the world" to break into, according to batsman Tom Banton.

Chris Woakes insists he is happy to remain England's unsung hero as they prepare for the first Test against Pakistan at Emirates Old Trafford.

Jonathan Trott has been appointed as an England batting consultant for the Test series against Pakistan.

Surrey-bound Jamie Overton completed a five-wicket haul as Somerset thumped Glamorgan by 289 runs in the first round of the Bob Willis Trophy.

One of the biggest talking points of this more bizarre cricketing summers has been over what team England will pick - even more than usual.

Pakistan are primed to maintain a proud record against England in the coming weeks as the sides contest three Tests before playing as many T20 internationals.