Bob Willis
James Vince hits century as England march to Pakistan whitewash
England's team of emergency call-ups had already clinched the Royal London Trophy.
Jul 13, 21:45
Supporters urged to join stars in backing fund to honour Bob Willis
Supporters are being asked to #BowlLikeBob and support a fund in his memory which will pay for research into prostate cancer.
May 19, 22:59
On This Day: James Anderson takes 300th Test wicket
The seamer became just the fourth English bowler to reach 300 Test wickets during a 170-run victory over New Zealand.
May 17, 07:33
The numbers behind England's thrilling Test victory over India
Several records were matched or broken during the first Test in Chennai.
Feb 9, 11:29
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 31
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 31, 23:39
Surrey vice-captain Rikki Clarke "excited" for Bob Willis Trophy opener
Rikki Clarke wants Surrey, who were due to welcome 2,500 fans into Kia Oval this weekend, to honour Bob Willis by winning the competition named after him.
Jul 31, 19:06
A closer look at the 18 clubs battling for inaugural Bob Willis Trophy
The campaign was meant to start in April.
Jul 31, 16:52
On this day: James Anderson takes 300th Test wicket
James Anderson became the fourth English bowler to reach the milestone when New Zealand opener Peter Fulton nicked into the slip cordon.
May 17, 08:52
Sir Ian Botham pays tribute to "big brother" Bob Willis
Willis died from cancer on Wednesday at the age of 70.
Dec 5, 20:12
In Pictures: Bob Willis's illustrious cricketing career
The pace bowler played 90 Tests for England.
Dec 4, 19:06
Bob Willis obituary: England's brutal fast bowler who made himself an Ashes hero
The quick played 90 Tests for England.
Dec 4, 16:51
Bob Willis: 'Alex Hales is a good pick for England'
Former England bowler Bob Willis says adding Alex Hales to the squad for the forthcoming Test series with Pakistan is a good move.
Sep 17, 16:11
Bob Willis: 'England have to take early wickets to maintain advantage'
Bob Willis believes that England have to strike early on day three to ensure they remain on top in the first Test of their series against Australia.
Jul 10, 04:15
Bob Willis heaps pressure on spinner Moeen Ali ahead of day two
All-rounder Moeen Ali "will be very important" on day two of The Ashes, according to ex-England bowler Bob Willis.
Jul 9, 03:42
Bob Willis: 'England have to take early wickets'
Bob Willis is adamant that England have to take early wickets against New Zealand on the third day of the first Test at Lord's.
May 23, 05:15
David Gower: 'Kevin Pietersen has every right to be angry'
David Gower claims that Kevin Pietersen has every right to be angered following his England snub.
May 13, 13:05
Bob Willis criticises ECB for dismissing Kevin Pietersen return
The ECB has made a mistake in telling Kevin Pietersen that he won't play for England again, says Bob Willis.
May 12, 05:22
Bob Willis backs James Anderson to take 500 Test wickets
Bob Willis believes that James Anderson can take 500 Test wickets after breaking Sir Ian Botham's record to become England's all-time leading wicket taker in Test matches.
Apr 18, 04:57
Bob Willis: 'Alastair Cook's form is a concern'
Bob Willis says that Alastair Cook will lose his place as captain of the England Test team unless he turns his form around.
Apr 16, 06:33
Bob Willis: 'England should beat Sri Lanka'
Bob Willis backs England to beat Sri Lanka in the fifth ODI when the match resumes.
Dec 10, 17:04
Bob Willis: 'Kevin Pietersen has been a negative influence'
Bob Willis believes that Kevin Pietersen disrupts "every single dressing room" he has ever been in during his career.
Feb 5, 03:48
Bob Willis urges England to ditch Kevin Pietersen
Former England bowler Bob Willis believes that the England selectors must get rid of Kevin Pietersen for the sake of the team.
Jan 8, 15:06
Bob Willis: 'Andy Flower would be a huge loss for England'
Bob Willis hopes that Andy Flower remains in charge of the England team following the Ashes defeat to Australia.
Dec 19, 04:38
Bob Willis: 'England need Steven Finn's pace in Perth'
Former seamer Bob Willis urges England to turn to the pace of Steven Finn for the third Ashes Test against Australia at Perth next week.
Dec 10, 00:24
Bob Willis: 'Kevin Pietersen should bat at three'
Former England fast bowler Bob Willis believes that Kevin Pietersen should take Jonathan Trott's spot at number three for the rest of the Ashes series.
Nov 25, 23:20
Shane Watson frustrates England on day one
Shane Watson inspires Australia to a dominant opening day of the final Ashes Test against England at The Oval.
Aug 21, 18:19
Australia on top at tea
Shane Watson reaches his century as Australia move on to 183-3 at tea on day one of the final Ashes Test against England at The Oval.
Aug 21, 15:45
Bob Willis hails "special" Kevin Pietersen
Former England bowler Bob Willis says that England are lucky to have such a "special" talent as Kevin Pietersen.
Aug 4, 09:38
Bob Willis: 'Australia need Michael Clarke at three'
Bob Willis says that Australia need to move captain Michael Clarke higher up the batting order if they are to have a chance of beating England in the Ashes.
Jul 24, 06:09
On this day: Bob Willis sweeps through Australian batsmen
Thirty-two years ago today, Bob Willis claimed eight Australian wickets as England pulled off an unlikely Ashes victory.
Jul 21, 09:36
On this day: Ian Botham's 145 gives England Ashes chance
Thirty-two years ago today, Ian Botham frustrates the Australians to bring England back in contention during the third Ashes Test.
Jul 20, 09:27
On this day: Ian Botham makes final first-class appearance
As the second Ashes Test continues, Sports Mole takes a look back at Ian Botham's career highlights, 20 years to the day that he made his first-class swan song.
Jul 19, 09:46
The Ashes: Six key players
Sports Mole highlights three players each from England and Australia who may have a big impact on The Ashes.
Jul 9, 13:11
Mike Hesson: 'Ball-tampering accusations not an issue'
New Zealand coach Mike Hesson says that accusations of ball-tampering against England will not be issue in their match tomorrow.
Jun 15, 18:44
Ashley Giles: 'England are not guilty of ball-tampering'
Ashley Giles insists that England did not tamper with the ball during their defeat to Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Jun 15, 13:57
Alastair Cook rubbishes ball-tampering accusations
England captain Alastair Cook dismisses claims that one of teammates deliberately damaged the ball during the ICC Champions Trophy match against Sri Lanka.
Jun 15, 10:55
James Anderson wants to overtake Ian Botham with England Test wickets
James Anderson feels that he could overtake Ian Botham as England's leading Test wicket-taker one day.
May 18, 10:54
Bob Willis: 'Ravi Bopara in last-chance saloon'
Bob Willis admits to surprise at the selection of Ravi Bopara in England's ICC Champions Trophy squad.
May 3, 12:29
Saeed Ajmal reacts to bowling action critics
Saeed Ajmal ignores comments made by Bob Willis regarding the Pakistan spinner's bowling action.
Jan 18, 04:01
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