England vs India, Edgbaston Test: India wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant is on a roll at the moment and etched his name once again in the books of history in the second innings of the fifth Test between England and India at Edgbaston. Pant scored a brilliant counter-attacking 146 in the first innings of the Test that took India out of troubled waters and followed it up with a fifty in the second innings (57) taking his total tally of runs in the Test match to 203. This is the most runs scored by an Indian wicket-keeper in a single Test match outside Asia. By doing so, the 24-year-old went past Vijay Manjrekar , who had scored 161 runs against West Indies way back in 1953. That is 69 years earlier . With another scintillating knock in the second innings, Pant also went past West Indies wicketkeeper Clyde Walcott , who held the distinction of scoring the most runs 182 (14+168*) in 1950 as a wicket-keeper from a visiting team in a Test in England. Pant with a … [Read more...] about ENG vs IND: Rishabh Pant Breaks 69-Year Old & 72-Year-Old Record In Same Test Leaving Stalwarts Like Dhoni Behind
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Lisa Keightley opts out of England contract extension
ENGLAND WOMEN by Cricbuzz Staff • Last updated on Share Tweet Lisa's last assignment will be the series against India © Getty England Women's head coach Lisa Keightley will relinquish the role at the end of summer and not seek a contract extension, she has informed the ECB. England will now begin recruiting for a new coach just over six months out from the 2023 T20 World Cup in South Africa. Keightley's last assignment with the English side will be the white-ball home series against India, starting September 10. The Australian took charge of the Heather Knight-led side in late 2019, and guided England to the final of the 2022 ODI World Cup as well as the semifinal of the 2020 T20 World Cup where rain robbed them of a shot at the final. In the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022 at home, England lost to New Zealand in the bronze medal clash. Director of England Women's Cricket Jonathan Finch said: "We are … [Read more...] about Lisa Keightley opts out of England contract extension
India Women vs England Women: India defeat England by 4 runs to enter CWG 2022 cricket final
In the final, they will either face Australia or New Zealand a couple of days down the line. As a result, at least a silver medal is assured for India in their maiden outing in a global competition like Commonwealth Games. 1 9906-nonopta-53984 Driven by Smriti Mandhana’s fifty and a handy knock Jemimah Rodrigues, India made 164 for 5 and the restricted England to 160 for 6 to celebrate a memorable win. Earlier, Mandhana’s elegant yet brutal knock of 61 along with Jemimah Rodrigues' useful 44 not out powered India to a healthy 164 for 5. Mandhana's 32-ball assault in the Power Play laid the platform while Rodrigues, who is finally doing justice to her enormous potential, improvised well during his 31-ball unbeaten stay at the crease. En route her knock, Mandhana also recorded the fastest T20 International fifty in women's cricket off only 23 balls. A new and improved Deepti Sharma chipped in with 22 off 20 balls but India might think they ended 15 runs short of the … [Read more...] about India Women vs England Women: India defeat England by 4 runs to enter CWG 2022 cricket final
CWG 2022: England Pacer Katherine Brunt “Reprimanded” For Breaching ICC Code Of Conduct | Commonwealth Games News
England fast bowler Katherine Brut has been given an official reprimand for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the Commonwealth Games Women's T20I semi-final against India in Birmingham on Saturday. Brunt was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to using of an audible obscenity during an International Match." "In addition to this, one demerit point has been added to Brunt's disciplinary record, for whom it was the second offence in a 24-month period, taking her cumulative demerit points to two," the ICC stated in an official media release. The incident occurred in the 17th over of India's innings, when Brunt used inappropriate language after a catch was dropped off India batter Deepti Sharma . Brunt admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Shandre Fritz of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, so there was no need for a formal hearing. … [Read more...] about CWG 2022: England Pacer Katherine Brunt “Reprimanded” For Breaching ICC Code Of Conduct | Commonwealth Games News
England Pacer Brunt Reprimanded For Breaching ICC Code Of Conduct In Semifinal vs India
Birmingham: England’s pace-bowling stalwart Katherine Brunt has been handed an official reprimand for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the Commonwealth Games Women’s T20I semifinal against India in Birmingham on Saturday. India shrugged off their jinx of losing to tougher teams and falling short by the smallest of margins when it matters the most to defeat England by four runs in the first semifinal and enter the gold medal match. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will face Australia in the final on Sunday. Brunt was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which “relates to use of an audible obscenity during an international match”. In addition to this, one demerit point has been added to Brunt’s disciplinary record, for whom it was the second offence in a 24-month period, taking her cumulative demerit points to two. India managed to defend 164 runs, restricting the hosts to 160/6 to eke out a … [Read more...] about England Pacer Brunt Reprimanded For Breaching ICC Code Of Conduct In Semifinal vs India
Lionesses: What is next for England Women’s ‘golden generation’ following a breakthrough Euros?
It’s 8:22pm, over half-an-hour has passed since Leah Williamson tore the roof off Wembley Stadium with a momentous European trophy lift, yet players are still out on the turf, drinking in the adulation from the crowd. They are basking in their unprecedented success, and so they should. The self-proclaimed 'biggest and best' Women's European Championship lived up to its sizeable billing in every sense of the word. England were crowned champions on home soil in front of a sell-out crowd of 87,192 - a record for men's or women's Euros - meaning a cumulative attendance of 574,875 across a ground-breaking tournament. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player It was a day of celebrations and reflections as the Lionesses were greeted by thousands of fans at Trafalgar Square following their Euro 2022 success. WSL stars who shone at Euro 2022 In full: WSL 2022/23 fixtures Download the Sky Sports App | Get Sky Sports … [Read more...] about Lionesses: What is next for England Women’s ‘golden generation’ following a breakthrough Euros?
Alessia Russo exclusive: England forward hungry for more trophies and bigger crowds after Euro 2022 win
Alessia Russo hopes England's historic Euro 2022 triumph is the catalyst for more trophies for club and country, and bigger crowds watching the women's game. Manchester United forward Russo was one of England's stars of the tournament, scoring four goals - including a stunning backheel against Sweden in the semi-finals - as the Lionesses won a major international tournament for the first time. England's memorable campaign culminated at Wembley on Sunday, where 87,192 fans - a record attendance for a men's or women's European Championship final - watched Sarina Wiegman's side overcome Germany 2-1 in extra-time, and the whole experience has left Russo "hungry for more". England 2-1 Germany (AET) - Match report Ratings: Chloe Kelly, Ella Toone shine for Lionesses Reflecting on Euro 2022, she exclusively told Sky Sports News at the adidas Flagship Store London: "It's been amazing, my first major tournament. A lot of the girls were saying, 'It's not always … [Read more...] about Alessia Russo exclusive: England forward hungry for more trophies and bigger crowds after Euro 2022 win
Lionesses: What are the transfer futures of England’s Euro-winning WSL stars
What does the future hold for some of the WSL-based Lionesses who led England to Euro glory over the summer? Sky Sports takes a look... Alessia Russo (Man Utd) Russo's contract is up at the end of this season and after a summer of startling form, she's become one of the most in-demand strikers on the planet. Even before her goal-scoring cameos at Euro 2022, Russo was well-known in The States after impressing during her spell in college soccer at North Carolina. Inspired by the Lionesses? How to watch the WSL on Sky What's next for England's 'golden generation'? In full: WSL 2022/23 fixtures Download the Sky Sports App | Get Sky Sports One of the big tasks awaiting Manchester United's soon-to-be-announced new Head of Women's Football Polly Bancroft will be putting together a package that persuades the forward to stay. Top clubs in Europe and USA will be circulating if she can't. Trending Transfer Centre … [Read more...] about Lionesses: What are the transfer futures of England’s Euro-winning WSL stars
Lisa Keightley: England Women’s head coach to leave role at end of summer
England Women's head coach Lisa Keightley has informed the England and Wales Cricket Board that she will not seek a contract extension and is to leave her role at the end of the summer. September's visit of India will mark Keightley's final series in charge, both her and the ECB having agreed that the timing was right to allow her successor to spend time with the squad ahead of the T20 World Cup in February. Keightley led England to the semi-final of the 2020 ICC Women's T20 World Cup as well as the final of the 2022 ICC Women's World Cup having been appointed in January 2020. Director of England Women's Cricket Jonathan Finch said: "We are incredibly grateful for the commitment and passion Lisa has shown over the last two-and-a-half years in the role. We have seen increased competition for places over the last 12 months and the squad Lisa leaves is an exciting blend of youth and experience. Brunt unsure of England future after Commonwealth Games exit England lose … [Read more...] about Lisa Keightley: England Women’s head coach to leave role at end of summer
England vs Germany: Pick you Lionesses XI for the Euro 2022 final at Wembley
England have reached the Euro 2022 final, facing eight-time winners Germany on Sunday - but who would you start at Wembley? Pick your team here! The Lionesses beat Sweden 4-0 in their semi-final at Bramall Lane - including an incredible backheel goal from Alessia Russo - while an Alexandra Popp double saw Germany past France with a 2-0 victory. Sunday will be England's first major tournament final since Euro 2009 while Germany are aiming for their record-extending ninth title. Listen and subscribe to the Sky Sports Women's Euros podcast Meet the Lionesses aiming for Euro 2022 glory Now, you can take the place of England manager Sarina Wiegman and pick your starting squad. The Dutch coach has yet to change her XI through Euro 2022 - but do you agree? Should Russo replace Ellen White up front? Choose your players and formation below and let us know in the comments below who you have chosen, or over on Twitter at @SkySportsFootball and @SkySportsWSL . … [Read more...] about England vs Germany: Pick you Lionesses XI for the Euro 2022 final at Wembley