Ended day one of the 3rd test match between England and South Africa (Picture: Getty)

An important test match between England and South Africa has been called off as Britain enters a period of mourning following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The first day of the third and final Test at The Oval was abandoned without the ball being thrown.

The England and Wales Cricket Board has confirmed that Friday’s match will not be played on Thursday night. They have yet to confirm if the game will resume over the weekend or if testing will be canceled altogether.

The statement said:

“Updates will be provided in the near future for games after Friday.”

ECB President Richard Thompson said: “When I speak about how sad I am to hear the news of the Queen’s death, I trust that I speak for everyone in the game.


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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was inaugurated by Buckingham Palace on September 8, 2022.

He died at his home in Balmoral at the age of 96. His son, Prince Charles, and his daughter, Princess Anne, were at his side.

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“Her Majesty was a great supporter of the sport and always spoke about the enjoyment she and her late husband had in the sport.

“His devotion to his country will never be forgotten.

England lost the series opener at Lords by one innings and 85 runs, but won again by a wide margin at Old Trafford to level the series.

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