Graham Thorpe's Family Discloses He Took His Own Life
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Thorpe is survived by his wife Amanda and their two daughters, Kitty, 22, and Emma, 19.
Joe Root Returns to Top Spot in ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings
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He added 291 runs in three matches during England's 3-0 series victory against the West Indies. His contributions included a score of 87 in the final Test in Birmingham and his 32nd Test century, at Trent Bridge. He has also become the second England player to surpass 12,000 Test runs, joining Alastair Cook, and now stands as the seventh highest run-scorer in Test history.
Joe Root Matches Williamson and Smith with 32nd Test Century
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Root's 32nd Test century came off the 158th ball of his innings during England’s second innings in Nottingham. He scored 122 runs from 178 balls, hitting ten fours, which helped the hosts surpass 400 runs. This century marks his 19th on home soil.
Mark Wood Steps in for James Anderson in England's XI for Second Test
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Wood missed the first Test at Lord's due to his recent participation in England's T20 World Cup in the Caribbean, where he claimed three wickets across five matches. Although he hasn't played any first-class games for Durham this season, his selection was confirmed following England's commanding victory by an innings and 114 runs at Lord's.
Sachin Tendulkar Honors James Anderson with Heartfelt Farewell Message
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During the match, Anderson claimed four wickets across both innings, while debutant Gus Atkinson made a significant impact with 12 wickets, dismantling the West Indies' batting order.
England's Dominant 10-Wicket Victory Sends Them to T20 World Cup Semis
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It was Jordan who was in focus earlier in the game with a splendid four-wicket haul, including a hat-trick as the USA's batting lineup came crumbling down. The spell by Jordan was destructive, 4/10 in 2.5 overs—saw USA stumble to a mere 115 all out in 18.5 overs, coming in in place of Mark Wood in the lineup. He was well compensated by Adil Rashid and Sam Curran, who returned figures of 2/13 and 2/23 respectively, squeezing the innings of USA further.
ECB missed trick, playing in IPL better preparation than facing Pak: Former England captain Michael Vaughan
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Those who ended their stints before the playoffs to join the four-match home series against Pakistan included Will Jacks, Phil Salt, and Jos Buttler.
Bairstow Reflects on the Significance of Reaching His 100th Test Match
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At 34, Bairstow will join the esteemed ranks as the 17th English cricketer to receive his 100th Test cap when he graces the field for the fifth and final Test against India, commencing in a couple of days. Reflecting on the impending milestone, Bairstow acknowledged the emotional weight accompanying this pinnacle moment in his career.
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