Ollie Pope says advice from Alec Stewart helped him get back into shape in New Zealand

Ollie Pope says advice from Alec Stewart helped him get back into shape in New Zealand

Ollie Pope has revealed a heart-to-heart with his mentor Alec Stewart which helped pave the way for his return to form against New Zealand. Pope’s association with the former England captain runs deep, with the 61-year-old overseeing his rise through the ranks as Surrey’s director of cricket. And it was Stewart who Pope sought after … Read more

Shoaib Bashir repays England’s faith with four wickets

Shoaib Bashir repays England’s faith with four wickets

Shoaib Bashir rewarded some of England’s faith with an unexpected impact on the first day of the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch. On a green pitch at Hagley Oval that historically offers little for spinners, against opponents who have just beaten India in their own turning conditions, the 21-year-old’s breaks brought the tourists … Read more