Investec Tests

Saker: Jimmy's got the skills

Mon, 20 May 13 20:00:00 BST

England bowling coach David Saker has hailed James Anderson as the "most skilful bowler in the world" after seeing the Lancastrian join Test cricket's coveted 300 club.

Anderson's route to 300 and beyond

Mon, 20 May 13 18:00:00 BST

To commemorate James Anderson reaching 300 Test wickets in the first Investec Test with New Zealand, ecb.co.uk has trawled through the statistical archives to pick out a few facts and figures regarding Anderson's ascent.

Vettori poised to replace injured Martin

Mon, 20 May 13 16:00:00 BST

Bruce Martin has been ruled out of the second Investec Test at Headingley and former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori has been placed on standby to replace his fellow spinner.

Broad leads England MVP

Mon, 20 May 13 12:00:00 BST

Stuart Broad is the early leader in the race for the England FTI Most Valuable Player after his 7-44 inspired a 170-run win over New Zealand at Lord's in the first Investec Test.

Cook lauds "outstanding" bowling effort

Sun, 19 May 13 19:00:00 BST

Alastair Cook hailed England’s ruthless second-innings demolition of New Zealand in the first Investec Test as one of the best bowling performances he has witnessed.

McCullum rues 60 minutes of mayhem

Sun, 19 May 13 18:30:00 BST

Brendon McCullum reflected on an “hour of madness” after seeing his New Zealand side slump to a 170-run defeat in the first Investec Test with England.

Brilliant Broad blows Black Caps away

Sun, 19 May 13 18:15:00 BST

Stuart Broad’s sensational seven-wicket haul hurried England to a 170-run victory over New Zealand on a thrilling fourth day of the first Investec Test.

First hour is vital - Root

Sat, 18 May 13 21:00:00 BST

Joe Root pinpointed Sunday's first hour as key after England suffered a late batting collapse to partially spoil a day of dominance in the first Investec Test.

Southee sets up thrilling scenario

Sat, 18 May 13 20:00:00 BST

Tim Southee inspired a dramatic New Zealand fightback on the third evening at Lord’s that ensured the first Investec Test remained very much in the balance. England closed on 180 for six, leading by 205.

Happy Anderson eyes further success

Fri, 17 May 13 21:00:00 BST

James Anderson hopes there is “plenty more left to come” after he joined an elite band of bowlers to have claimed 300 Test wickets for England.