The reality, though, is the batter England have picked specifically for this series began with two ducks. It could, quite literally, not have gone worse. Having invested so much, dropping Crawley after one Test and promoting a debutant from the Lions or asking Will Jacks or Jacob Bethell to open for the first time would […]
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Rail fares to be frozen in England next year
Rail fares in England next year are to be frozen for the first time in 30 years, the government has announced. The freeze until March 2027 will apply to regulated fares, which includes season tickets and off-peak returns. The most recent fare rise, in March 2025, was 4.6%. Rail fares traditionally have gone up in […]
Train derails in northwest England with no immediate reports of injuries
LONDON — A train has derailed in northwest England and emergency services are on the scene, but there are no reports of injuries, authorities said Monday. Railway operator Avanti West Coast said the train came off the rails between Penrith and Oxenholme stations in the mountainous Lake District region. The North West Ambulance Service said […]
Autumn Nations Series: Henry Pollock and Noah Caluori among five young England X-factor stars
One Prem start was enough for the teenage sensation to gain a spot in Borthwick’s squad. Five tries against Sale Sharks on his first Prem start was as big of an impact as you can hope to make. The 19-year-old Saracens wing is a potential new star of English rugby and was immediately brought into […]