ECB Latest England News

Strauss not worried about Morkel

Sat, 5 Jul 08 18:55:00 BST

Andrew Strauss is relishing the chance to renew his acquaintance with Morne Morkel in his 50th Test next week - despite Saturday’s failure against South Africa’s emerging pace spearhead.

Vaughan confident in knee

Sat, 5 Jul 08 16:45:00 BST

England captain Michael Vaughan is unequivocal in his belief he will not only get through next week’s first Test against South Africa but the entire series.

Smith out to prove himself

Sat, 5 Jul 08 11:15:00 BST

Graeme Smith insists he has matured as a captain since he first led South Africa in England five years ago, when he made two double hundreds.

England contracts under review

Fri, 4 Jul 08 18:45:00 BST

The ECB and PCA would like to make clear that they have held constructive and productive discussions over the past few weeks regarding England player contracts.

Pattinson surprised by selection

Fri, 4 Jul 08 16:30:00 BST

Notts bowler Darren Pattinson says that he would relish the chance to play for England after being named in the provisional 30-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy.

Prince salutes king Morkel

Fri, 4 Jul 08 12:00:00 BST

Netting against South Africa's fast bowlers must be like sparring with Lennox Lewis in his prime, but vice-captain Ashwell Prince knows all about being in the firing line.

England reap Broad rewards

Fri, 4 Jul 08 10:20:00 BST

England hope to reap the benefits from their decision to change their bowling line-up earlier this year when Stuart Broad faces the biggest challenge of his Test career against South Africa.

Jones relishing England chance

Thu, 3 Jul 08 18:25:00 BST

Ashes hero Simon Jones has described being back in international contention as “a great feeling” after being named in England’s 30-man provisional ICC Champions Trophy squad.

England name Test and Champions Trophy squads

Thu, 3 Jul 08 18:00:00 BST

The England selectors today announced squads for the first npower Test against South Africa at Lord’s and a provisional 30-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy in September.

ICC change Oval Test result

Thu, 3 Jul 08 17:30:00 BST

The result of the controversial fourth Test between England and Pakistan at the Brit Oval in 2006 has been changed to a draw.