Kerrigan won't go to Australia – at all
England spinner Simon Kerrigan's bid to recover from an awful Test debut will continue in England, rather than Australia.
England spinner Simon Kerrigan's bid to recover from an awful Test debut will continue in England, rather than Australia.
Kerrigan went without a wicket across eight expensive overs against the Australians at The Oval earlier this year, and subsequently was not named in the squad for the return visit.
He was, however, named in the England Performance Programme touring party – but has since been withdrawn.
The 24-year-old will, instead, undertake a plan of development conceptualised by England and Wales Cricket Board spin bowling coach Peter Such.
"Simon undertook both winter tour programmes with the EPP and England Lions last winter and after further discussions with both Simon and Lancashire CCC, it has been decided that his career development will be best served by remaining in the UK in the pre-Christmas period," said ECB performance director David Parsons.
"He will remain part of the EPP and will continue to be considered for selection for the England Lions tour of Sri Lanka in the New Year."
The first Ashes Test will get underway in Brisbane on 21 November. Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney will host fixtures two, three, four and five respectively.
Latest
-
NewsManchester Originals men move to second in Hundred table with win at Welsh Fire
The Originals chased down their victory target with five balls to spare.
-
NewsJack Leach says Ben Stokes has the support of all the England squad
The pair teamed up for a memorable Ashes win at Headingley in 2019.
-
NewsKevin Pietersen hopes a break from the action benefits Ben Stokes
The 30-year-old England all-rounder is prioritising his mental health.
-
NewsBen Stokes taking break from cricket for mental health reasons
The 30-year-old all-rounder will play no part in the forthcoming Test series against India.
-
NewsECB putting player welfare first as coronavirus hampers Ashes travel plans
Talks with Cricket Australia over travel arrangements are set to take place during the coming weeks.
-
NewsNat Sciver and fiancee Katherine Brunt hoping to help others ‘be themselves’
The England internationals began dating in 2017 and were engaged around 18 months later.
-
NewsECB to support Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign from July 30 to August 1
Players in the Royal London One-Day Cup and The Hundred will wear rainbow laces, while the stumps across both competitions will be rainbow-branded.
-
NewsJack Haynes and Brett D’Oliveira star as Worcestershire thrash Essex
The openers enjoyed a partnership of 243 runs for the visitors.
-
NewsDom Bess in ‘good place’ and feels ready to play Test cricket without pressure
The spinner is ready to deliver if involved in the upcoming series and is excited for the Ashes too.
-
NewsOn this day in 2003: Nasser Hussain stands down as England Test captain
Hussain said he felt “tired and stale” and wanted to focus on his batting.