• Test match between England and South Africa on Friday cancelled after Queen's passing

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    Test match between England and South Africa on Friday cancelled after Queen's passing
    Following the demise of Queen Elizabeth II,  cricket officials confirmed that Friday's third Test between England and South Africa at the Field would be cancelled.

    Digital Desk: Following the demise of Queen Elizabeth II, cricket officials announced that Friday's third Test between England and South Africa at the Field would be cancelled. 

    The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement that details would be "given in due time." Thursday's first day in London was cancelled due to rain. The series is a locked 1-1 after three games.


    The ECB announced that the match between England and South Africa Men on Friday at The Oval, as well as all other scheduled matches in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy (women's domestic tournament), will not take place due to the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

    All scheduled matches for the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, including Friday's game between England and South Africa Men at The Oval, will not take place as a result of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

    Updates for fixtures starting after Friday will be sent as soon as possible.