News about Mark Ramprakash

Mark Ramprakash, the former Strictly Come Dancing actor, has revealed that his father Deonarine's 2012 illness caused him to reconsider his own wellbeing. Doctors discovered his beloved parent, then 70, who has since recovered, was suffering from a slew of illnesses after his dash to hospital, according to the former cricketer, 53 years old. He also had elevated blood pressure and diabetes, which was likely to the stroke.

PAUL NEWMAN: The weather has not changed, but it should produce much more difficult batting conditions than those seen earlier this season, as England thrashes New Zealand and India to both directions. And not a strong looking South Africa attack that includes the majority seam and spin bases as well as a spearhead in Kagiso Rabada, which has recovered from an ankle injury as they continue to defend their position in the World Test Championships. Ben Stokes, England's captain, who has emerged as a symbol of true style, substance, and imagination this season, will continue to fire once more in what promises to be a delectable three-Test series.