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Alastair Cook believes England and Australia have a "responsibility to the game" to behave during the Investec Ashes series.

Michael Vaughan and Mike Brearley, two of England's greatest captains, discuss what Alastair Cook must do to beat Australia

Michael Vaughan believes Adil Rashid can be England's key weapon in the upcoming Ashes if he is managed correctly.

James Anderson says England are within striking distance of landing some knockout Test performances.

Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin expects Trevor Bayliss to be a success with the England team but admits he will give his compatriot and former coach a wide berth until after the Ashes.

Australia wicketkeeper tells England what they can expect in upcoming Ashes series. Nick Hoult reports

Karl Brown and Ashwell Prince both missed out on centuries but ensured leaders Lancashire fought back gamely against Northamptonshire on the second day at Old Trafford.

Former England head coach joins Nottinghamshire in a consultancy role. Nick Hoult reports

Adil Rashid will be hoping to win a call up the England squad for the first Ashes Test when it is announced by new coach Trevor Bayliss on Wednesday.

Mark Stoneman is leading Durham's bid to avoid an innings defeat after reaching 116no at stumps on day three of the Division One clash with Yorkshire.

Selectors to meet on Wednesday to pick squad for next week's opening Test in Cardiff. Scyld Berry reports

Jonathan Liew: With football and darts among the sports exploiting their international appeal, why is cricket displaying such poverty of ambition?

Northants and England ODI all-rounder David Willey has been ruled out until the end of July with an ankle ligament injury.

Hampshire all-rounder Sean Ervine has been ruled out of action for up to six weeks after undergoing surgery on his injured finger.

Six of England's brightest emerging talents have been shortlisted for the LV=Breakthrough Player award.

Updates from around the grounds as Australia take on Essex and the latest round of County Championship games continue.....

Updates from around the grounds in the County Championship...

As we approach this year's clash between England and Australia, we select the greatest put-downs in Ashes history

Mitchell Starc expects Trevor Bayliss to make a big impact as England coach although he is unsure how his style will play out in a new environment.