Sri Lanka battle their way to lead
England found themselves on the back foot after day two of the second Test against Sri Lanka, 46 runs behind and facing the prospect of a nerve-racking second innings in Kandy.
Stokes, Buttler retained in IPL
England pair Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler have been retained by Rajasthan Royals for next year's Indian Premier League.
Curran blitz gives England the edge
Sam Curran played a tone-altering, morale-raising innings from number eight as England posted 285 all out on day one of the second Test against Sri Lanka.
Stokes eager to bat at three
England captain Joe Root says Ben Stokes is eager to shoulder the "added responsibility" of batting in the problem position of number three.
England unchanged for Kandy Test
Ben Stokes will bat at number three in an unchanged England side for the second Test against Sri Lanka, with Jonny Bairstow overlooked despite being fit.
Root happy to face Dananjaya
England captain Joe Root insists his side have no qualms about facing spinner Akila Dananjaya in the second Test against Sri Lanka, despite question marks over his action.
Buttler backs England's flexibility
Jos Buttler believes the flexibility of England's batting line-up is a sign of strength rather than a result of indecision.
India complete series whitewash
India beat the West Indies by six wickets in a thrilling final over in Chennai to complete a 3-0 Twenty20 International series win.
Curran soaking up experience
Sam Curran admits it feels "surreal" to be sharing tips with James Anderson and keeping Stuart Broad on the sidelines - having grown up watching the pair on television.
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