Cricket News

Sir Ian Botham believes Ben Stokes' bowling could be key to England's chances of winning the Ashes in Australia.

Rohit Sharma and Axar Patel starred as India completed a comprehensive 73-run win over New Zealand in Kolkata to secure a 3-0 series win.

West Indies debutant Jeremy Solozano was taken to hospital after being hit on the helmet while fielding in the opening Test against Sri Lanka at Galle.

Former Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne said the time is right for fast bowler Pat Cummins to succeed Tim Paine as captain of the Test team and blood Josh Inglis as the side's next wicketkeeper.