The decisive T20 match between England and Australia at Old Trafford was abandoned due to persistent rain. Despite scheduled inspections, the umpires called off the match. The series concluded in a 1-1 tie.

A new era for England’s white-ball teams got off to a shaky start with a 28-run loss to Australia in the first of three T20 matches between the fierce cricket rivals.

England and Australia's T20 series ended in a draw after the third match at Old Trafford was washed out. Heavy rain throughout the day in Manchester prevented any play and the series ends 1-1. Australia won the first T20 comfortably in Southampton,

The third T20 international between England and Australia at Old Trafford was abandoned without a ball bowled on Sunday afternoon.

A new-look England side slumped to a 28-run defeat by Australia in the first T20 international at Utilita Bowl. Australia made a blistering start, with Travis Head smashing 59 from 23 balls as he and opening partner Matthew Short put on 86 in the first six overs.

Join Tim de Lisle. Afternoon everyone and welcome to a game that could be anything from a crackling dénouement to a damp squib. One thing it definitely won’t be is a dead rubber, largely thanks to Liam Livingstone.

By Priscilla Jepchumba The England T20 squad will feature more fresh faces, with Serene Smale and Charis Pavely among those who could make their international d