Ireland coach Heinrich Malan is relishing the prospect of home series against India, New Zealand and Afghanistan along with two T20s against South Africa in Bristol. Source: BBCCricket
Jamie Smith’s unbeaten century puts Surrey in command on the opening day against Gloucestershire. Source: BBCCricket
Opener Will Young personifies an obdurate batting performance by Northamptonshire on the first day of their match with Essex. Source: BBCCricket
England’s new Test captain Ben Stokes wants bowling pair James Anderson and Stuart Broad to return to the team, says managing director Rob Key. Source: BBCCricket
All-rounder Ben Stokes is named as England Test captain, succeeding Joe Root who stepped down earlier this month. Source: BBCCricket