England and South Africa share T20 series after decider is rained out
The deciding third T20 between England and South Africa was called off without a single delivery being bowled due to persistent rain.
Saqib Mahmood ruled out of New Zealand tour with knee injury
The Lancashire seamer was expected to be part of England's white-ball squads for the upcoming series against England before and the following tour of New Zealand.
However, the 28-year-old, who has been frustrated by injuries throughout his career, needs precautionary surgery on his knee and is no longer available.
Once believed to be a future star of the England bowling attack, Mahmood has struggled to hold down a regular place at international level due to his problems with injury.
He played in England's second ODI against South Africa at Lord's, while his last international T20 match was against India at the start of 2025.
England's series against Ireland begins on 17 September and will consist of three T20 matches before they travel to New Zealand for three T20Is and three ODIs in October.
England cruise to record T20 victory over Proteas
Phil Salt led a ruthless England batting display as they thrashed South Africa by 146 runs in the second T20 International at Old Trafford on Sunday — England’s biggest win in the format and the Proteas’ heaviest defeat.
Mikel Arteta praises Arsenal's squad depth and Noni Madueke ahead of Forest test
Noni Madueke marked a milestone week in his career after scoring his first international goal for England, and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised the winger's swift adaptation to life in north London.
Proteas edge England in rain-affected T20 international opener
South Africa claimed a 14-run win over England in their opening T20 International at Sophia Gardens, where rain wreaked havoc throughout the evening.