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Nigel Martyn, who kept goal 23 times for England's football team, is on track to become a dual international after earning selection for England's Over-60s cricket squad. He'd be the first person in nearly 70 years to represent England in both sports.
World Cup champion Heather Knight is closing an incredible chapter of her cricket career with peace and gratitude. The former England captain announced her retirement from international play, leaving behind a legacy that changed women's cricket forever.
Rising star Thomas Rew scored a brilliant century to lead England's under-19 cricket team into the World Cup final with a thrilling victory over Australia. The young captain's 110 runs set up a nail-biting finish that ended with England winning by 27 runs.
Nigel Martyn, who kept goal 23 times for England's football team, is now eyeing a cricket cap for the national Over-60s side. The 59-year-old proves it's never too late to chase a childhood dream.
Three women made their England cricket debuts and all claimed their first international wickets in the same match against New Zealand. Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Jodi Grewcock, and Dani Gibson wrote their names into the record books during the opening one-day international in Durham.
England's cricket team just delivered one of the most dominant performances in T20 history, crushing India by 125 runs at Trent Bridge. The victory clinched an unbeatable series lead and marked India's worst-ever defeat in the format.
An 18-year-old cricketer just made history by hitting the highest score ever by an England player at the Under-19s World Cup. Ben Mayes's stunning 191-run performance fell just one run short of the all-time tournament record.
Two young cricketers turned an impossible chase into a thriller, blasting England to their fifth straight victory and a spot in the T20 World Cup semi-finals. Will Jacks and 21-year-old Rehan Ahmed scored 44 runs in just 16 balls to seal a comeback win over New Zealand.
Exiled Afghan female cricketers, banned from their homeland since the Taliban took power in 2021, will tour England this summer as they fight for international recognition. The tour marks another milestone in their journey to reclaim their right to play.
England bowler Gus Atkinson delivered a stunning five-wicket performance at Lord's Cricket Ground, leading his team to a commanding 115-run victory over New Zealand in the series opener. The morning session triumph puts England 1-0 up in the three-match series.
Young England cricketer Jacob Bethell is defending his choice to play in the Indian Premier League, saying the experience has made him a better player across all formats. Despite criticism from former England captain Alastair Cook, the 22-year-old believes training alongside the world's best cricketers is the right career move.
Matt Fisher, known for his bowling rather than batting, surprised everyone by scoring his first Test half-century while batting at number 10 for England. His unexpected performance helped England reach 291 runs against New Zealand at The Oval.
Young cricket bowler Sonny Baker just captured his first Test wicket for England, removing New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra at The Oval. The breakthrough moment marks a career milestone for the debutant as England battles New Zealand in the second Test.
After years of setbacks and a crushing 16-0 Ashes defeat, England's women's cricket team has surged into Sunday's T20 World Cup final with eight straight wins. Under coach Charlotte Edwards, the team has rediscovered its winning spirit just when fans needed it most.
Five years after fleeing the Taliban, Afghanistan's women's cricket team is heading to England with one goal: official recognition from cricket's governing body. Their tour during the Women's World Cup could change everything for girls back home.
New Zealand's cricket team just pulled off one of the most unlikely victories in sports, beating England on their home turf despite losing key players to injury and retirement. It's only the fourth time in 95 years the Black Caps have won a series in England.
Two cricket powerhouses are headed to the T20 World Cup semifinals after perfect winning streaks in the Super Eight stage. England and South Africa have shown exceptional form, setting up what could be an epic final showdown.
Matt Fisher, usually a bowler batting at number 10, scored his first Test half-century to help England reach 291 runs against New Zealand. The unexpected hero stepped up when his team needed him most.
Nat Sciver-Brunt just made history with a blazing 100 runs in India's Women's Premier League, smashing a record that had stood since the league began. Her unbeaten century came from just 57 balls, lighting up the stadium and setting a new bar for women's cricket.
When Emilio Gay got the call that he'd play for England, he didn't text his parents. He drove 200 miles to tell them in person.
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