Team guideNov 6, 20264 min read
England Cricket Team: History, Home Grounds and How to Follow Them Live
England invented the modern game and play the oldest rivalry in Test cricket, the Ashes.
Who they are
England have played Test cricket since 1877. In recent years the team has become known for attacking, fast scoring cricket in all formats.
Governing body and nickname
England is run by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). The team is often called the Three Lions or the England men.
Home grounds
England play at Lord's in London, The Oval, Edgbaston, Old Trafford, Headingley and Trent Bridge, among others. Lord's is often called the home of cricket.
Major titles
England won the 50 over World Cup in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in 2010 and 2022.
What to watch for
Watch for swing with the new ball in English conditions and how aggressively the top order bats.
How to follow them live
When England play, the match appears on the Crease live page with ball by ball updates, the scorecard and the result as soon as it is final. Check the schedule page for the next fixture and the results page for the last one. Squads and records change, so confirm the latest on the official board site.
Quick answers
Who runs the England cricket team?
the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) runs it.
When did England play their first Test?
England played in the first ever Test match in 1877 against Australia.
Where can I follow England live scores?
On Crease, open the live page or the schedule page when a England match is on. Scores update every few seconds.