Hampshire Cricket has been hit with a massive 10-point penalty and a £5,000 fine after the ECB ruled their Ageas Bowl pitch used against Somerset was 'appalling', plunging the club towards relegation from Division One.
London faces a fourth day of severe Tube strike disruption, crippling the city's transport network. The travel chaos coincides with John Lewis reporting a significant widening of its half-year losses, adding to a bleak midweek outlook for UK business and
England's T20 series against South Africa ends in farcical circumstances as rain ruins the decider at Cardiff's Sophia Gardens, leaving captain Harry Brook furious after batting for just five overs.
Surrey cement their position at the top of the County Championship table with a commanding 114-run victory over Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge, led by stellar performances from Foakes, Sibley, and Pope.
A major police investigation is underway in Middlesbrough after a man's body was discovered in a residential flat. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Waverley Street, with the area cordoned off as forensic teams work to establish the circumstances.
England cricket star Joe Root issues a stark public warning to rising talent Harry Brook, urging him to ignore batting advice from former player Kevin Pietersen. Root emphasises the importance of trusting the current team's methods.
England suffer major blow as star leg-spinner Adil Rashid is ruled out of the white-ball tour to South Africa due to a leg injury, with no replacement to be called up.
England Test captain Ben Stokes is poised for a dramatic return to County Cricket with Durham, marking his first first-class appearance since 2022 to prepare for the summer's Ashes series.
A BBC Breakfast editor has been exonerated after an internal investigation into the editing of a PM Sunak interview, which sparked accusations of censorship from viewers.
Rising star Jacob Bethell smashed a spectacular 88 runs as England's Under-19s dominated South Africa by 192 runs in a stunning one-day international performance in Pretoria.
England's Ashes preparations suffer a major blow with news that pace bowler Jamie Overton has been ruled out of the entire summer Test series against South Africa due to a stress fracture.
Hampshire's Alex Lees delivered a masterful, emotional century against Durham on his return to the North East, marking a triumphant homecoming at the Seat Unique Riverside.
England batsman Ben Duckett earns a dramatic recall to the ODI squad following his stunning Ashes form, with Sam Curran and David Willey making way for the series against New Zealand.
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner is under internal investigation by her own party over allegations surrounding her tax affairs and past council house sale. The probe, confirmed by leader Keir Starmer, follows scrutiny of her financial dealings.
Nevada authorities launch homicide investigation after 34-year-old Vadim Kruglov dies following altercation at Burning Man festival. Two suspects in custody as police appeal for witnesses.
England's rising cricket star Harry Brook has made the heartbreaking decision to withdraw from the upcoming white-ball tour of South Africa after the sudden passing of his grandmother. The ECB has confirmed his replacement and offered its full support.
England's rising batting star Harry Brook makes emotional withdrawal from India Test tour due to urgent family matter. Full support from ECB and team.
England cricket legend Sir Alastair Cook calls for a major overhaul of the Dukes ball regulations in County Championship, citing a critical imbalance between bat and ball that threatens the sport's integrity.
Surrey and England fast bowler Jamie Overton announces an indefinite hiatus from first-class cricket to prioritise his long-term fitness and white-ball career, dealing a blow to England's Test aspirations.
The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte
Relive the nail-biting drama as Northern Superchargers pull off a stunning last-ball victory against Trent Rockets, securing their spot in the Hundred Eliminator against London Spirit. A match of pure cricketing theatre.
The Oval Invincibles stand on the brink of history as they aim for an unprecedented third consecutive title in The Hundred, facing a formidable Southern Brave in a highly anticipated final at Lord's.
A major police investigation is underway after the grim discovery of a man's body inside a burnt-out vehicle on a central London street, with forensic teams scouring the scene for clues.
England Women's cricket team welcomes back pace bowler Kate Cross for the upcoming T20 series against Sri Lanka, while Nat Sciver-Brunt is rested ahead of a busy schedule.
England cricket's versatile batsman Jordan Cox speaks exclusively about his flexibility, current form, and unwavering confidence that his international opportunity is imminent.
Former Australia coach Justin Langer breaks his silence on the England job snub, revealing the 'brutal' truth behind the ECB's rejection and his shock at the McCullum-Stokes revolution.
England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson makes a powerful case for investing in grassroots cricket during a visit to Luton, highlighting the sport's role in community cohesion.
England cricketer Liam Livingstone breaks his silence on his shock omission from the national squad, channeling his disappointment into a blistering run of form for Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred.
England's bowling attack suffers a major blow as seamer Kate Cross is withdrawn from the ODI squad due to a recurring medical condition, with Lauren Filer named as her replacement ahead of the series decider.
England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt has been withdrawn from the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand due to a medical procedure, dealing a significant blow to the team's preparations.