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England hit back after losing the first by crushing South Africa by an innings and 85 runs win at Old Trafford to level the series with all to play for in the final test at the Oval in September.
Another majestic knock from former captain Joe Root led England to a five wicket win in the first test against New Zealand at Lords.
Top of the table Surrey entertain Northamptonshire in their latest County Championship match at the Kia Oval starting on Thursday.
On a pitch that challenged the quality of England’s spinners and their batsmen at facing the turning ball, here’s how the player’s rated – as India took victory in the second Test by 317 runs to square the series 1-1 with two Tests to go…