New-look Pakistan all set to take on tired Bangladesh
Pakistan are looking forward to the first Test against Bangladesh at Karachi on August 20. Not because it offers a chance to rack up some easy runs and wickets, but because it is the perfect…
England send for Bicknell at last
England's selectors have sprung a surprise by recalling Martin Bicknell, the Surrey seamer, into their squad of 13 for the fourth npower Test against South Africa, which starts at Headingley on Thursday. Also called up…
Sri Lanka ends television dispute over England tour
A television dispute that had threatened coverage of England's winter tour to Sri Lanka was settled on Tuesday afternoon, as Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) signed a broadcasting agreement with Taj Television.The one-tour deal, signed for…
'Slotting players is a foolish concept'
Robin Singh always gave his all on the field for India, so it comes as no surprise that he gives just as much as a coach. After leading the Indian Under-19 side to a tournament…
Pakistan tour on, say Dalmiya and Ganguly
Jagmohan Dalmiya, the president of the Indian board, and Sourav Ganguly have denied reports that the Indian team is keen to call off their tour to Pakistan, which is scheduled for February 2004. According to…
Sehwag – 'I was too busy enjoying making a hundred'
Virender Sehwag: blazing like a catherine wheel © AFPVirender Sehwag called it his best innings, even better than the blazing 147 against the West Indies at Mumbai last year. "Coming to Australia, and making runs…
Telstra hosts historic Tigers-Bulldogs clash
This Saturday, Telstra Stadium will again make history, by hosting its first-ever First Grade cricket match, UTS-Balmain v Bankstown. The ground has already hosted two Speedblitz Blues ING Cup matches, and is bidding to host…
Pakistan recall Shahid Afridi and Saleem Elahi
Pakistan have recalled Shahid Afridi and Saleem Elahi to their training squad for the series against India.Afridi has not featured since Pakistan were knocked out of last year's World Cup. Elahi, who toured New Zealand…
'The boys can be justifiably proud' – Dravid
Anil Kumble: bowled with plenty of heart on a placid pitch© Getty ImagesOn how it feels to finally win a Test in PakistanIt's a special achievement. Apart from South Africa, this was the only place…
Lara tells his team-mates to sharpen up
Brian Lara: 'West Indies cricket doesn't want to depend on one or two individual records'© Getty ImagesBrian Lara has called for his team-mates to buck up their ideas ahead of West Indies' series against Bangladesh,…