The new normal: Saliva ban, Covid-19 replacements, fake crowd noise
Taking into account the Covid-19 situation, crowds have been banned from the 3-Test series between England and West Indies.
Bit of drizzle around in Southampton
Not the start cricket fans would have wanted. It's drizzling at the moment at the Ageas Bowl. The pitch has been covered. And obviously, we will have to wait a bit more for the toss. Keep your fingers crossed. Let the live action begin soon.
England vs West Indies: Historic day in cricket
After 117 days of an enforced break due to Covid-19, international cricket returns at the birthplace of the sport. England and West Indies will play a 3-match series for which viewers are expected to tune in from across the globe. The first Test will begin in an hour's time at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.
Southampton Test: Hello and welcome to our live coverage
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Day 1 of the historic Test match between England and West Indies from the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.
