Batters often get frustrated when they are involved in a mix-up with a fellow teammate but sometimes a different reaction from them highlights their character. Ben Stokes displayed his composure showing thumbs up after getting involved in a run-out with Harry Brooks against Pakistan in Karachi.

According to a report published by BBC Sport, England have suffered a major virus infection ahead of the first match of the historic Test series against Pakistan. The report further stated that around 14 members of the touring team have been advised to take rest in their hotels on Wednesday.

Alex Hales has opened up on his return to the England side after a three year exile, expressing the pain he felt sitting out of the team and seeing them win the World Cup without him. He went on to affirm that he believes he has matured and learnt from his past errors to be where he is now.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chairman Ian Watmore is to step down from his position saying that the responsibility has taken a personal toll on him during the pandemic. He further added that he would like to completely retire from cricket and enjoy the sport as a spectator.