HISTORICAL FACTS: 3 - The Untold Story

5 things we learned after England’s limited-overs tour of New Zealand

Three top-order failures ultimately doomed the tourists.

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2025

Half-baked England misfire again as New Zealand wrap up ODI series sweep

England were left hoping there would be fewer red faces when they got their hands on a red ball after losing by two wickets despite some late hope

The Guardian - UK · Nov 1, 2025

Top order struggles as England set target of 223 in Wellington

England got to 222 all out in 40.2 overs thanks to Jamie Overton’s ODI best 68 off 62 balls.

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2025

Jamie Overton ‘happy with decision’ to take red-ball break and miss Ashes series

Overton cited concerns about the physical and mental exertions of playing all three formats as a major factor in his decision.

The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2025

England beaten in ODI opener against New Zealand despite Harry Brook heroics

Brook’s century rescued England from 33 for five to post 223, but New Zealand chased the target down to start the three-match series with a victory.

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2025

Will Jacks handed surprise Ashes call-up as England overlook Rehan Ahmed and Chris Woakes for Australia

Jacks appears to have got the nod ahead of Ahmed and Liam Dawson as back-up to lead spinner Shoaib Bashir, while fast bowler Mark Wood is fit to return

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025

England lay down gauntlet after naming five 90mph seamers in Ashes squad

Rob Key’s selection panel has named England’s quickest attack for a generation to try to win back the Ashes in Australia

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2025

Jordan Cox shines as England dispatch Ireland to clinch T20 series

The Three Lions took a six-wicket win in Malahide

Evening Standard · Sep 21, 2025

England clinch series win over Ireland as Jordan Cox shines on return to side

Cox, back in an England XI for the first time since last November, hit 55 in the visitors’ six-wicket win in Malahide.

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2025

England facing modest chase of 155 to clinch T20 series win over Ireland

Ireland made 154 for eight at Malahide.

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2025