England v New Zealand preview and predictions: Can Stokes and McCullum kick-start new era?
A new era for English cricket begins on Thursday as Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum’s team face world Test champions New Zealand at Lord’s.
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McCullum and Stokes bring jolt of excitement to new-look England
When England played New Zealand at Lord's last summer, caution took over.
England set to launch Ben Stokes era against New Zealand
England will hope to make a fresh start under their new leadership duo of captain Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum against the coach's native New Zealand at Lord's on Thursday. Stokes, himself born in New Zealand but brought up in Cumbria, northwest England, has succeeded Joe Root as England's Test skipper after his close friend stood down following a run of poor results. Chris Silverwood's sacking after a 4-0 Ashes series loss in Australia paved the way for McCullum's appointment as England's new Test coach, with the former New Zealand captain's first match in charge pitting him against a side he knows so well. England hope the attacking approach McCullum pioneered while kick-starting a New Zealand revival that culminated in the Black Caps being crowned World Test champions last year, by when he had retired as a player, will rub off on his new team. "My job will be to plan as if you'll live forever, but live as if you'll die tomorrow," said McCullum ahead of a three-match series.
Stuart Broad ready to leave his 'heart and soul' on the field for England
Veteran England seamer Stuart Broad has promised to give it his all should he earn a Test recall against New Zealand at Lord's this week.
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Jonny Bairstow excited to begin England’s ‘new journey’ in Test cricket
Jonny Bairstow is thrilled to be part of England’s “new journey” at Lord’s this week, just days after arriving back from the Indian Premier League.
'Grateful' Broad ready to give 'heart and soul' for England
Stuart Broad says he's ready to give his "heart and soul" for England and leave everything on the field if selected for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's on Thursday.
Stuart Broad: I’ll leave my heart and soul on the field for England
Stuart Broad has promised to “leave my heart and soul on the field” for England if he makes his comeback at Lord’s this week after his recent reminder to savour every appearance.