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T20 a help to youngsters - Hales

Chris Devine

Alex Hales believes England’s crop of emerging batsmen are benefiting from their experiences in Twenty20 cricket. "You can go out there and play with freedom and back yourself," he explained.

England romp to resounding win

Chris Devine

Ravi Bopara returned figures of 4-10 - England's best in Twenty20 cricket - before Alex Hales and Craig Kieswetter's record partnership eased the hosts to a 10-wicket thrashing of West Indies.

Swann delights in perfect start

Chris Devine

Graeme Swann paid tribute to England’s display in the field after they romped to a 10-wicket win over West Indies in his first match as T20 captain.

England romp to resounding win

Chris Devine

Ravi Bopara returned figures of 4-10 - England's best in Twenty20 cricket - before Alex Hales and Craig Kieswetter's record partnership eased the hosts to a 10-wicket thrashing of West Indies.

Ashes return to Old Trafford

Old Trafford has been awarded an Ashes Test in 2013, by which time a £32million redevelopment of the ground will be complete. Trent Bridge will host England-Australia Tests in both 2013 in 2015.

Swann enjoying senior citizenship

Graeme Swann will be happy to play the ‘grandad’ figure in his first match as England captain, against West Indies at the Kia Oval on Friday. At 32, he is at least three years older than any of his charges.

England spirit lifts Dernbach

Jade Dernbach believes the feelgood factor in the England dressing room is key to helping young players make their mark on the international stage.

Gibson expects from new boys

West Indies may have been forced to travel to England without a host of their best players, but coach Ottis Gibson is hoping their absence will enable others to prove their international pedigree.

Surrey reach out to local community

Surrey have donated over 2,000 tickets for this week’s NatWest International T20s to members of the local community in Lambeth - to schools, residents, foundations and community groups.

Finn seeks fitting finale

Rob Barnett

Paceman Steven Finn is determined to complete a near-perfect summer for England with victory in the two-match NatWest International T20 series against West Indies at the Kia Oval this week.