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England and Zimbabwe Begin First Test in 22 Years at Trent Bridge

The one-off match marks the renewal of cricketing ties and serves as England's preparation for a packed Test summer.

England Vs Zimbabwe Live Score, 1st Test Day 1: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Trent Bridge
Cricket - International Test Match Series - Zimbabwe Practice Session - Trent Bridge, Nottingham, Britain - May 21, 2025 Zimbabwe's Tanaka Chivanga during practice as Richard Ngarava looks on Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
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Cricket - International Test Match Series - England v Zimbabwe - Trent Bridge, Nottingham, Britain - May 22, 2025 England's Ben Stokes and Joe Root line-up with teammates for the national anthem before the match Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs

Overview

  • England and Zimbabwe are playing a four-day Test match at Trent Bridge, their first Test encounter since 2003.
  • Sam Cook makes his England Test debut, joining a lineup that includes Ben Stokes, who is carefully managing his bowling after hamstring surgery.
  • Jofra Archer remains sidelined with a thumb injury, delaying his return to red-ball cricket, while Jacob Bethell is absent due to IPL commitments.
  • This match serves as a warm-up for England's busy summer, including a five-match India series starting June 20 and the Ashes later this year.
  • The game is being broadcast live on Sony Sports and SonyLIV, highlighting the financial and structural dynamics of smaller Test nations securing bilateral fixtures.