Joe Root’s form and leadership reassure but England top order still an issue
Vic Marks
Two England batting places are up for grabs in the Test series against West Indies as the selectors search for a settled line-up in time for the Ashes in Australia
Morne Morkel’s lack of thin edges epitomises South Africa’s fortunes
Bowling a tad too short, rather than bad luck, has hobbled Morne Morkel against England just as dropped catches have damaged South Africa’s chances during this Test series
Moeen Ali’s thrilling counterattack for England leaves South Africa in lurch
England No8 Moeen Ali’s thrilling counterattack halted a second-innings batting slide and put his side firmly in the driving seat against South Africa in the fourth Test
England v South Africa: fourth Test, day three – as it happened
Moeen Ali’s scorching counter-attack helped England to a lead of 360 on a rain-affected third day in Manchester
Ben Stokes says winning matches more important than emulating Flintoff
Ben Stokes played down comparisons with Andrew Flintoff after his all-round contribution helped to regain England’s series lead against South Africa at The Oval
