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England names three uncapped stars for New Zealand Test at Lord’s after stunning selection shakeup

England names three uncapped stars for New Zealand Test at Lord’s after stunning selection shakeup

The ECB has picked three uncapped players—wicketkeeper-batter Thomas Rew, top-order batter Emilio Gay and fast bowler Sonny Baker—for England’s 15-member squad for the opening Test against New Zealand at Lord’s. The maiden call-ups add fresh faces to the side as England prepare for their first Test challenge against the visitors.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
AB de Villiers pushes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi toward Tests and ODIs after explosive IPL

AB de Villiers pushes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi toward Tests and ODIs after explosive IPL

After a stunning IPL surge, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has drawn major attention from AB de Villiers, who believes the batter should expand beyond T20 cricket. With 440 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 236.55, including two centuries, Sooryavanshi’s fearless batting against top pacers has sparked calls for a faster track into India’s national setup.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Nahid Rana destroys Pakistan with 5 for 40 as Bangladesh wins first Test by 104 runs

Nahid Rana destroys Pakistan with 5 for 40 as Bangladesh wins first Test by 104 runs

Nahid Rana’s career-best 5-40 spearheaded Bangladesh’s 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test. Pakistan, chasing 268, were bowled out for 163, with Rana’s breakthrough spell after tea proving decisive. Bangladesh set the target by declaring their second innings at 240-9, then tightened the screws to secure a commanding win.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Bangladesh scripts first home Test win over Pakistan humiliating rivals in Dhaka

Bangladesh scripts first home Test win over Pakistan humiliating rivals in Dhaka

Bangladesh registered their first-ever home Test victory over Pakistan in Dhaka, winning the opening match by 104 runs. After posting a lead, Bangladesh bowled with intensity and bundled Pakistan out for 163 in the second innings, sealing a landmark triumph at the Sher-E-Bangla National Stadium. The result hands Pakistan another painful setback on foreign soil.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026
Ollie Robinson eyes Test comeback after McCullum backs his return to England squad

Ollie Robinson eyes Test comeback after McCullum backs his return to England squad

England fast bowler Ollie Robinson says he’s aiming for a Test recall after receiving positive feedback from head coach Brendon McCullum and national selector James Taylor. Robinson has performed strongly in England’s domestic season, and the encouragement has fueled his belief that a return to the Test side could be within reach if he continues his momentum.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
Sarfaraz Ahmed named Pakistan Test coach for Bangladesh series after Gillespie exit

Sarfaraz Ahmed named Pakistan Test coach for Bangladesh series after Gillespie exit

Pakistan has appointed Sarfaraz Ahmed as the new head coach for their Test team ahead of a two-match series in Bangladesh, following Jason Gillespie’s departure. Shan Masood will remain captain. The 16-member squad includes four new players, while Umar Gul is set to take charge as bowling coach, signalling a targeted revamp for the tour.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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