Chanaka Welegedara and Rangana Herath shared nine wickets as Sri Lanka claimed a 170-run lead over South Africa at Kingsmead.
Thursday, 29 December 2011
Duo save Australia blushes
Ricky Ponting and Michael Hussey saved Australia from total collapse on day three of the first Test against India at the MCG.
PCB - Whatmore a 'frontrunner'
A senior official of the Pakistan Cricket Board said that Dav Whatmore is a frontrunner to be appointed as national coach.
Cowan calls for consistency
Australia opener Ed Cowan has called for consistency from the International Cricket Council over its use of the DRS system.
Sangakkara makes Proteas pay
Kumar Sangakkara struck his first Test century in South Africa to put Sri Lanka in total control of the second Test.
Sehwag - It's in the balance
Virender Sehwag is confident India can chase down any score below 300 to win the first Test against Australia at the MCG.
Australia pegged back at MCG
Debutant Ed Cowan top-scored with 68 as Australia ended a see-saw first day of the series opener against India on 277-6.
Australia rule the roost
Australia's pace attack led the way as India slumped to a crushing 122-run defeat in the first Test at the MCG.
Samaraweera leads fightback
Thilan Samaraweera led the way as Sri Lanka fought back from a shaky start on the first day of the second Test against South Africa.
Tendulkar falls short again
India are just about on top after the second day of the first Test against Australia despite losing Sachin Tendulkar before the close.
Ashwin hails Tendulkar
Ravichandran Ashwin praised Sachin Tendulkar's innings against Australia as India laid a solid platform at the MCC.
Australia v India - 1st Test, Day 4
Highlights from the MCG as the first Test reached it's conclusion on day four.
Dhoni - We flopped
Mahendra Singh Dhoni lamented another batting no-show from his high-profile top-order as Australia drew first blood at the MCG.
Clarke - Hard but fair
Skipper Michael Clarke insists Australia will play hard but within the rules in their four-Test series against India.
Duo recalled by Pakistan
Umar Akmal and Wahab Riaz have been recalled by Pakistan for the upcoming Test series against England.
Sri Lanka seal famous win
Sri Lanka recorded their first ever Test victory on South African soil after a comprehensive 208-run victory at Kingsmead.
Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Taufeeq ton drives Pakistan
Taufeeq Umar hit 130 as Pakistan edged towards first-innings parity on day three of the second Test against Bangladesh.
Pakistan close in on victory
A six-wicket haul from Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan could not stop Pakistan from moving to the brink of victory in the second Test.
Ponting not a cert to start
Ricky Ponting's slump in form means he is no longer guaranteed a starting place in the Australia Test side, coach Mickey Arthur has warned.
McGrath sees India weakness
Glenn McGrath says India's bowling attack may be too weak to claim a first-ever Test series win in Australia.
Sri Lanka call-up pace duo
Sri Lanka have called up uncapped paceman Kanishka Alvitigala and Dhammika Prasad ahead of the second Test against South Africa.
Teams set for T20 qualifiers
The International Cricket Council have revealed the qualifying format for the World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka next autumn.
Australia pair in fitness fight
Australia will give all-rounder Shane Watson and opener Shaun Marsh time to prove they are fit to face India in the first Test on Boxing Day.
Australia turn to Cowan
Opener Ed Cowan is set to debut with Australia forced into changes for the first Test with India which starts on Boxing Day at the MCG.
Monday, 19 December 2011
Mirpur Test evenly poised
Pakistan finished day two of the second Test against Bangladesh on 87-1 in reply to the home side's 338.
India getting in the swing
India have brought a throw-down specialist to Australia to help Sachin Tendulkar prepare for the Test series.
Hussey focused on India
Australia batsman Michael Hussey has played down concerns over his form heading into the Test series with India.
Pakistan stick with Mohsin
Mohsin Khan will continue as interim coach for the upcoming Test and one-day series against England, the PCB confirmed.
Kent capture Harmison
Kent have signed former Durham all-rounder Ben Harmison after he was released from the north east county.
Sunday, 18 December 2011
PCB reject T20 offers
The PCB have denied a host of national team players the opportunity to compete in a Bangladesh 50-over league.
Bangladesh agree Pakistan tour
Bangladesh are set to be the first team for more than three years to tour Pakistan, BCB president Mustafa Kamal has announced.
Mirpur Test evenly poised
Pakistan finished day two of the second Test against Bangladesh on 87-1 in reply to the home side's 338.
Hosts hold big advantage
South Africa finished the second day of the opening Test against Sri Lanka at Centurion on 389-9, giving them a 209-run lead.
Smith singles out Philander
Graeme Smith reserved praise for Vernon Philander after his 10-wicket match haul helped South Africa to victory over Sri Lanka.
Chappell to help Aussies
Former India coach Greg Chappell has been brought in to help Australia prepare for the Boxing Day Test.
Bangladesh battle back
Shahriar Nafees and Shakib Al Hasan led Bangladesh's recovery on the opening day of the second Test .
Friday, 16 December 2011
Proteas pummel Sri Lanka
South Africa closed the opening day of the first Test at SuperSport Park on 90-1 after bowling out Sri Lanka for 180.
White: Warne still has fear factor
Melbourne Stars skipper Cameron White believes Shane Warne can still be an intimidating force in the Big Bash League.
Taylor to skipper Lions
England have named James Taylor as the captain of a 16-man Lions squad that will tour Bangladesh next month.
MCC role for Brewer
Derek Brewer has been appointed as the MCC's new chief executive, succeeding Australian Keith Bradshaw.
Dizzy: Tykes are good enough
New Yorkshire coach Jason Gillespie is eager to get started in his new job after arriving at Headingley.
Tomlinson commits to Hampshire
Hampshire seamer James Tomlinson has signed a new two-year deal with the county.
Thursday, 15 December 2011
Dravid eyes day-night Tests
India batsman Rahul Dravid believes the introduction of day-night Tests could revive interest in the five-day game.
Coughtrie commits to Gloucs
Wicketkeeper-batsman Richard Coughtrie has signed an extended contract with Gloucestershire.
Proteas pummel Sri Lanka
South Africa closed the opening day of the first Test at SuperSport Park on 90-1 after bowling out Sri Lanka for 180.
Yardy extends Sussex stay
Sussex captain Michael Yardy has signed a two-year contract extension with the county.
Bollinger eyes Australia recall
Doug Bollinger hopes Australia's struggles with the ball will help him reclaim a place back in the Test team to face India.
Trott signs new Bears deal
England batsman Jonathan Trott has signed a new three-year deal with Warwickshire.
Philander joins Somerset
Somerset have signed Vernon Philander as their overseas player for the start of the 2012 season.
Tough task for Bangladesh
Stuart Law admits it will be "difficult" for his Bangladesh side to turn their form around in the second Test against Pakistan.
Smith looks for consistency
Graeme Smith is looking for South Africa to regain their ruthless streak in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.
Harbhajan wary of Ponting
India spinner Harbhajan Singh has dismissed claims that Australia batsman Ricky Ponting is finished as a Test player.
Wednesday, 14 December 2011
Hughes out of Big Bash
Phil Hughes has pulled out of the Big Bash as he attempts to end a poor run of form that has put his Australia Test spot in doubt.
Foxes return for Smith
Former Leicestershire batsman Ben Smith has rejoined the county from Worcestershire as their batting coach.
Aussies off to batting camp
Cricket Australia will be sending their top batsmen to a special camp to try and find some form ahead of their first Test with India on Boxing Day.
Paine requires more surgery
Australia have suffered another injury setback with wicketkeeper Tim Paine set to be out of action until March due to a finger injury.
Tuesday, 13 December 2011
Mushtaq relishing spin battle
Mushtaq Ahmed believes the battle between Graeme Swann and Saeed Ajmal will go a long way to deciding who comes out on top in UAE.
Warne hopeful on hand injury
Shane Warne claims he has a "95% chance" of lining up for the Melbourne Stars in their opening Big Bash League match on Saturday.
Arthur puts faith in Ponting
Australia coach Mickey Arthur insists Ricky Ponting still has a big role to play during the upcoming Test series against India.
Johnson calm about future
Mitchell Johnson insists there are positives to take from being ruled out for up to six months after undergoing foot surgery.
Monday, 12 December 2011
Onions provides England cover
Graham Onions will travel to the UAE for England's Test series against Pakistan as fast-bowling cover.
Pakistan pile on the runs
Mohammad Hafeez struck a century and Younus Khan closed in on his as Pakistan enjoyed another day of dominance against Bangladesh.
Taylor - We showed heart
Ross Taylor praised his team's fighting spirit after New Zealand claimed their first Test win on Australian soil for 26 years.
Tiwary is Manoj of the moment
Manoj Tiwary's maiden ODI century helped India complete a 4-1 series win over West Indies with a 34-run success in Chennai.
Sri Lanka suffer Pradeep blow
Sri Lanka pace bowler Nuwan Pradeep has been ruled out of the tour of South Africa after tearing his right hamstring.
Misbah hails team effort
Misbah-ul-Haq showered his players with praise after they began the two-Test series with an innings victory over Bangladesh.
Clarke rues inconsistency
Michael Clarke slammed another "poor performance" from his batsmen after Australia crashed to a series-levelling defeat to New Zealand.
Warne feels the burn
Shane Warne could miss Melbourne Stars' Big Bash opener after burning his bowling hand in what reports claim is a cooking accident.
Younus puts Pakistan close
Younus Khan registered his third Test match double hundred as Pakistan closed in on a crushing victory over Bangladesh at Chittagong.
Chase is on for Australia
Australia reached stumps on 72-0 in pursuit of the 241 victory target set by New Zealand on day three of the second Test at Hobart.
Hughes to join Worcestershire
Australia opener Phil Hughes will play for Worcestershire during the second half of the 2012 county season.
Sunday, 11 December 2011
Pattinson routs New Zealand
James Pattinson was again the star of the show as Australia bowled out New Zealand for a paltry 150 in Hobart.
Miller - Sussex move helped Monty
England national selector Geoff Miller believes Monty Panesar is a changed man since his move south to Sussex.
Black Caps hit back in Hobart
New Zealand launched a stunning fightback to edge ahead on day two of the second Test against Australia at Hobart's Blundstone Arena.
Pakistan dominate in Chittagong
Pakistan dominated the opening day of their Test series in Bangladesh, bowling out their hosts for 135 before reaching 132-0 in reply.
Friday, 9 December 2011
India to do without Aaron
Fast bowler Varun Aaron has been ruled out of India's upcoming Test tour of Australia due to a back injuy.
Derbyshire turn to Madsen
Derbyshire have appointed Wayne Madsen as their new captain following the retirement of Luke Sutton.
England plump for Panesar
England have named Monty Panesar as their second spinner for the forthcoming three-Test series against Pakistan.
Pakistan dominate in Chittagong
Pakistan dominated the opening day of their Test series in Bangladesh, bowling out their hosts for 135 before reaching 132-0 in reply.
Panesar pushing for recall
England are set to go with a strengthened spin attack to play Pakistan in the unfamiliar climes of the United Arab Emirates.
Pattinson routs New Zealand
James Pattinson was again the star of the show as Australia bowled out New Zealand for a paltry 150 in Hobart.
Thursday, 8 December 2011
Sutton announces retirement
Derbyshire captain Luke Sutton has announced his retirement with immediate effect.
Greig to speak at Lord's
Former England captain Tony Greig will next year deliver the 12th MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture.
Waugh warns Cummins over IPL
Steve Waugh has warned young Australia pace bowler Pat Cummins against overtaxing his body by playing in the Indian Premier League.
Bangladesh recall Ashraful
Mohammad Ashraful has been recalled by Bangladesh for the two-Test series against Pakistan.
As you were for Australia
Australia have retained the same line-up for the second Test against New Zealand in Hobart.
Bravo out of fourth ODI
The West Indies will be without Darren Bravo for Thursday's fourth ODI against India at Indore.
Taylor calls for discipline
Skipper Ross Taylor issued a rallying call to his New Zealand side ahead of Friday's second Test against Australia in Hobart.
Cummins defends injections
Pat Cummins claims the decision to take pain-killing injections on his Australia Test debut did not cause further damage to his foot.
Sehwag sets one-day record
Virender Sehwag smashed 219 against West Indies - a new record ODI score - as India clinched the series with a 153-run win.
New deals for Surrey pair
Surrey have tied rising stars Matthew Dunn and Zafar Ansari to new contracts.
Wednesday, 7 December 2011
Cummins blow for Australia
Australia's Pat Cummins is expected to be out of action until at least mid-January with a heel injury.
Pakistan seal clean sweep
Pakistan edged a low-scoring contest to wrap-up a 3-0 series whitewash against Bangladesh in Chittagong.
Gilchrist fears for Australia
Adam Gilchrist fears Australia's new-look side is in danger of suffering a first Test series defeat on home soil to India.
Sehwag laments batting no-show
Virender Sehwag admits the India top-order need to start firing after West Indies claimed a surprise 16-run victory in the third ODI.
Kohli charged with dissent
Virat Kohli has been reprimanded for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the third ODI against West Indies.
Mithun heading Down Under
India have named Abhimanyu Mithun to replace the injured Praveen Kumar for the upcoming four-Test series in Australia.
Monday, 5 December 2011
Gooch quits Essex role
Graham Gooch is stepping down as first-team batting coach for Essex to focus on his role with the England team.
Rampaul bowls Windies to win
Ravi Rampaul claimed 4-57 as West Indies won the third one-day international against India in Ahmedabad on Monday.
Katich avoids suspension
Australia batsman Simon Katich has avoided suspension after pleading guilty to a public outburst against team-mate Michael Clarke.
Australia call-up Christian
Australia have named uncapped all-rounder Dan Christian in their squad for the second Test against New Zealand.
Lancashire confirm Chapple
County champions Lancashire have confirmed Glen Chapple will continue as captain next season.
Sunday, 4 December 2011
Clarke reflects on 'nice start'
Michael Clarke was left to reflect on a "nice start to the summer" after Australia sped to a nine-wicket victory over New Zealand.
Clarke puts Aussies on top
A century from skipper Michael Clarke helped put Australia firmly in control on the third day of the first Test with New Zealand.
Saturday, 3 December 2011
Kohli stars in India win
India chased down 270 to beat West Indies by five wickets in the second one-dayer, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
Pakistan wrap up ODI series
Pakistan sealed victory in the three-match one-day international series against Bangladesh with a 76-run victory in Dhaka.
Ponting steadies Australia
Ricky Ponting's half-century guided Australia to 154-3 in reply to New Zealand's 295 on day two at the Gabba.
Friday, 2 December 2011
Colly retains England hope
Paul Collingwood hopes successful domestic stints in Australia and India can help him force his way back into England's limited-overs side.
Taylor makes Notts switch
Nottinghamshire have finally completed the signing England prospect James Taylor from Leicestershire.
Surrey confirm Kartik deal
Veteran left-arm spinner Murali Kartik has agreed to join Surrey for the 2012 season.
Bresnan relishing Test return
England all-rounder Tim Bresnan has no fears for the future of Test cricket and is looking forward to facing Pakistan.
Stewart sees England domination
Former captain Alec Stewart believes England's current crop of stars can dominate Test cricket for the next decade and beyond.
Vettori leads Kiwi fightback
New Zealand duo Daniel Vettori and Dean Brownlie held up Australia's bowlers on the opening day of the first Test.
Bresnan won't be elbowed out
Tim Bresnan is expected to be fit for England's Test series against Pakistan despite undergoing elbow surgery.
Johnson starts long rehab
Cricket Australia confirmed Mitchell Johnson has undergone toe surgery and faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
MacGill gives it another Bash
Stuart MacGill is the latest former Australia international to come out of retirement to play in the Big Bash T20 competition.
Afridi too much for Tigers
Shahid Afridi's heroics led Pakistan to their 20th straight ODI win over Bangladesh in the series opener in Dhaka.
Thursday, 1 December 2011
Trip into unknown at Gabba
Australia have a new-look bowling attack for the start of Mickey Arthur's reign as coach against New Zealand in Brisbane on Thursday.
Kumar out of Australia Tests
Praveen Kumar will miss the Test leg tour of India's tour of Australia after a scan revealed he has a fractured rib.
Chopra commits to Bears
Warwickshire batsman Varun Chopra has been rewarded for a stellar 2011 season with a two-year extension to his current deal.
Maynard extends Surrey stay
Surrey batsman Tom Maynard has signed a one-year contract extension committing him to the county until the end of the 2014 season.
Prior voices Test concerns
Matt Prior has concerns for the future of Test cricket, but insists it still remains the leading form of the game amongst most players.
Vettori leads Kiwi fightback
New Zealand duo Daniel Vettori and Dean Brownlie held up Australia's bowlers on the opening day of the first Test.
Patel pulls out
Samit Patel has withdrawn from the Indian Premier League auction to focus on making England's Test side.
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
Sammy: Great advert for Tests
West Indies captain Darren Sammy felt the dramatic finish to the third Test against India was a "great end" to the series.
Surgery setback for Johnson
Mitchell Johnson could be sidelined for five months after the paceman was advised he requires surgery on a toe injury.
No room for Singh
India have left out spinner Harbhajan Singh but recalled seamer Praveen Kumar for their four-test series in Australia.
Flower wins top award
England cricket coach Andy Flower was named coach of the year at the UK Coaching Awards in London.
Hughes eyes Warner stand
Phil Hughes is looking forward to opening the batting with David Warner for Australia against New Zealand.
Arthur calls for patience
Mickey Arthur says Australia can once again become the top cricketing nation in the world, but has warned that it will take time
India edge out Windies
Last man Umesh Yadav hit the winning runs as India sneaked home by one wicket in the first ODI against West Indies.
Praveen out of opener
India seamer Praveen Kumar has been ruled out of the first ODI against West Indies in Cuttack on Tuesday.
Early start for 2012 season
The first round of LV County Championship fixtures next year will be the earliest ever, with seven matches beginning on April 5.
Pakistan draw first blood
Pakistan crushed Bangladesh by 50 runs to get their tour under way in style in the sole Twenty20 clash in Mirpur.
Clarke backing rookies
Australia captain Michael Clarke insists his new-look side have the potential to beat New Zealand.
New deal for Simpson
Middlesex wicketkeeper John Simpson has committed himself to the club until the end of the 2015 season.
Tuesday, 29 November 2011
Sri Lanka add Samaraweera
Batsman Thilan Samaraweera has been drafted into Sri Lanka's Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa.
Anderson - We like a challenge
James Anderson predicts the Test series in the UAE against Pakistan will be a stern examination for England.
Aussies go for youth
Australia have named four uncapped players in a youthful squad for the first Test with New Zealand.
Khalil ready for return
Mohammad Khalil is "excited" about his recall to the Pakistan side as he prepares for his first international cricket in six years.
Friday, 25 November 2011
Sri Lanka put faith in Mendis
Sri Lanka have preferred Ajantha Mendis to Suraj Randiv in their 16-man Test squad for the forthcoming tour of South Africa.
Injury blows for Australia
Australia have confirmed five players have been ruled out of the first Test against New Zealand.
Ashraful dropped by Tigers
Bangladesh have axed Mohammad Ashraful from their limited-overs squad for the home series against Pakistan.
Strauss expects 'stern challenges'
England Test captain Andrew Strauss knows that staying on top will be just as tough, if not tougher, than getting there.
Duo see appeals dismissed
Disgraced Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir had appeals against their prison sentences dismissed.
New sponsorship deal for ECB
Investec have become the new title sponsor of England's home Tests for the next 10 years.
Tremlett back in training
Chris Tremlett has returned to training after more than three months on the sidelines with a back injury.
Two new deals for Marshall
Hamish Marshall has signed a new contract with Gloucestershire despite the uncertainty around their ground redevelopment.
Ponting eager for more
Former skipper Ricky Ponting has returned to Australia declaring his intention to play on with the national side.
Ponting: I've still got it
Ricky Ponting has responded to calls for his retirement by insisting that he is still good enough to win games for Australia.
Akmal guides Pakistan home
Pakistan clinched a 4-1 series triumph over Sri Lanka with a three-wicket win in the fifth and final one-dayer in Abu Dhabi.
Morgan calls for reforms
David Morgan has told the ECB to bring back 50-over cricket and the reduction in the number of County Championship games.
New start for wicketkeeper
Leicestershire have announced that wicketkeeper Tom New will be leaving the county at the end of November.
Dhoni rested for one-dayers
Indian captain MS Dhoni has been rested for the five-match one-day series against the West Indies.
Tendulkar misses out on ton
Sachin Tendulkar fell just six runs short of his 100th international century in the third Test against West Indies.
Pakistan call for Khalil
Left-arm paceman Mohammad Khalil has been chosen to replace Junaid Khan for Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh.
Sri Lanka lose again
Sri Lanka head home with just one win to show for their nine-match tour of the UAE after Pakistan's five-wicket win in Friday's one-off T20I.
In-form Bravo blasts ton
In-form Darren Bravo hit another century to help put West Indies firmly in control of the third Test against India in Mumbai.
Thursday, 24 November 2011
Strauss expects 'stern challenges'
England Test captain Andrew Strauss knows that staying on top will be just as tough, if not tougher, than getting there.
In-form Bravo blasts ton
In-form Darren Bravo hit another century to help put West Indies firmly in control of the third Test against India in Mumbai.
New sponsorship deal for ECB
Investec have become the new title sponsor of England's home Tests for the next 10 years.
West Indies batsmen cash in
West Indies made a promising start to the third and final Test against India in Mumbai, closing the opening day on 267-2.
Tremlett back in training
Chris Tremlett has returned to training after more than three months on the sidelines with a back injury.
Pakistan call for Khalil
Left-arm paceman Mohammad Khalil has been chosen to replace Junaid Khan for Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh.
Wednesday, 23 November 2011
Akmal guides Pakistan home
Pakistan clinched a 4-1 series triumph over Sri Lanka with a three-wicket win in the fifth and final one-dayer in Abu Dhabi.
Morgan calls for reforms
David Morgan has told the ECB to bring back 50-over cricket and the reduction in the number of County Championship games.
Duo see appeals dismissed
Disgraced Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir have seen appeals against their prison sentences dismissed.
Sri Lanka put faith in Mendis
Sri Lanka have preferred Ajantha Mendis to Suraj Randiv in their 16-man Test squad for the forthcoming tour of South Africa.
Australia turn to Arthur
South African Mickey Arthur has been appointed as Australia's first foreign coach.
Lorgat to stand down
ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat has confirmed he will stand down when his term of office expires.
Kent pick up Powell
Kent have strengthened their batting options by signing former Glamorgan batsman Michael Powell on a two-year contract.
New start for wicketkeeper
Leicestershire have announced that wicketkeeper Tom New will be leaving the county at the end of November.
Jayawardene heading home
Mahela Jayawardene has returned home from Sri Lanka's tour of the Middle East due to a knee injury.
West Indies batsmen cash in
West Indies made a promising start to the third and final Test against India in Mumbai, closing the opening day on 267-2.
Ponting eager for more
Former skipper Ricky Ponting has returned to Australia declaring his intention to play on with the national side.
In-form Bravo blasts ton
In-form Darren Bravo hit another century to help put West Indies firmly in control of the third Test against India in Mumbai.
Casson's career cut short
Former Australia spin bowler Beau Casson has retired from all forms of cricket due a heart condition.
Monday, 21 November 2011
Edwards eyes reform
New Cricket Australia chairman Wally Edwards is prioritising revamping the organisation's structure.
Proteas primed for big lead
Hashim Amla and AB de Villiers combined to put South Africa in complete charge of the second Test against Australia.
D'Oliveira dies aged 80
South Africa-born former England all-rounder Basil d'Oliveira has died at the age of 80, Cricket South Africa have confirmed.
Proteas collapse in Jo'burg
Jacques Kallis passed 12,000 Test runs before South Africa folded to 266 all out on day one against Australia in Johannesburg.
Openers edge Australia ahead
Australia were left to rue another spectacular batting collapse on day two of their must-win second Test against South Africa.
May hits back at Condon
Federation of International Cricketers Associations chief Tim May has challenged Lord Condon to prove his claims that corruption was once rife.
Van Jaarsveld in Foxes U-turn
Martin van Jaarsveld has retired from county cricket and will not be joining Leicestershire for the 2012 season.
Dilshan refusing to quit
Under-fire Sri Lanka captain Tillakaratne Dilshan wants to lead another tour before deciding on his future.
Pakistan claim series lead
Mohammad Hafeez and Imran Farhat both struck half-centuries to help Pakistan into a 2-1 lead in the ODI series against Sri Lanka.
Taylor close to final squad
New Zealand captain Ross Taylor says the selection of his side is "90%" complete ahead of next month's two-Test tour of Australia.
Afridi stars in Pakistan win
Pakistan moved into an unassailable 3-1 lead in the one-day series against Sri Lanka with a 26-run victory in Sharjah.
Chanderpaul faces fitness race
West Indies' Shivnarine Chanderpaul is battling to recover from a calf injury ahead of the third and final Test against India.
'Brave' Dolly
Damian D'Oliveira has led the tributes to his father Basil, who has died in England at the age of 80.
Clarke 'proud' of Australia
Skipper Michael Clarke admitted he "couldn't be happier" after Australia drew the Test series with South Africa.
Thursday, 17 November 2011
Morris's Twitter 'nightmare'
England chief Hugh Morris has voiced his concerns over the use of Twitter by players.
Bravo, Dernbach join Big Bash
The Sydney Sixers have signed West Indies star all-rounder Dwayne Bravo ahead of the Twenty20 Big Bash.
India clinch series win
India bowled West Indies out for 463 second time around to clinch victory in the second Test by an innings and 15 runs, and with it the series.
Gloucs duo sign deals
Gloucestershire youngsters Chris Dent and Jack Taylor have signed contract extensions with the county.
Bairstow relishing EPP trip
Jonny Bairstow cannot wait for his next visit to India despite England's 5-0 ODI defeat there.
Black Caps call for Boult
Young fast bowler Trent Boult has been named in New Zealand's 13-man squad for next month's two-Test series against Australia.
Graves - We want results
Chairman Colin Graves expects Jason Gillespie, Phil Jaques and Paul Farbrace to deliver success at Yorkshire.
Johnson signs for Perth
The Perth Scorchers have finalised their Twenty20 Big Bash squad with the signing of Australia international Mitchell Johnson.
Australia mull Cummins debut
Australia could hand a Test debut to teenage paceman Pat Cummins against South Africa in Johannesburg.
Harris out of second Test
Australia fast bowler Ryan Harris was ruled out of the second Test against South Africa in Johannesburg with a hip problem.
Condon: 'Bad' guys are back
Lord Condon believes the proliferation of Twenty20 cricket has "allowed some really bad people back into the game".
Strauss heading for India
Andrew Strauss will join up with the England Performance Programme in India to prepare for the Tests against Pakistan.
Derbyshire deal for Guptill
New Zealand opener Martin Guptill has agreed a two-month contract to play for Derbyshire again next season.
India axe falls on Yuvraj
India have dropped all-rounder Yuvraj Singh for next week's third and final Test against the West Indies in Mumbai
Proteas collapse in Jo'burg
Jacques Kallis passed 12,000 Test runs before South Africa folded to 266 all out on day one against Australia in Johannesburg.
Aussies set up anti-corruption unit
Cricket Australia have set up an anti-corruption unit to deal with the country's domestic competitions.
Dhoni - It was game of patience
India captain MS Dhoni praised the pack mentality of his bowlers after the series-clinching win over West Indies in Kolkata.
Uncapped pair in Windies squad
West Indies have included uncapped pair Jason Mohammed and Sunil Narine in a 15-man squad for the one-day series in India.
Tendulkar made to wait
Sachin Tendulkar was once again denied a 100th international century on day one of the second Test against West Indies.
Gillespie to coach Yorkshire
Jason Gillespie will be Yorkshire's new first-team coach with Phil Jaques as overseas player.
Condon: 'Bad' guys are back
Lord Condon believes the proliferation of Twenty20 cricket has "allowed some really bad people back into the game".
Graves - We want results
Chairman Colin Graves expects Jason Gillespie, Phil Jaques and Paul Farbrace to deliver success at Yorkshire.
Laxman, Dhoni make Windies toil
VVS Laxman and MS Dhoni hit tons before West Indies were reduced to 34-2 in reply to India's 631-7 declared on day two at Eden Gardens.
Aussies set up anti-corruption unit
Cricket Australia have set up an anti-corruption unit to deal with the country's domestic competitions.
Bravo, Dernbach join Big Bash
The Sydney Sixers have signed West Indies star all-rounder Dwayne Bravo ahead of the Twenty20 Big Bash.
Black Caps call for Boult
Young fast bowler Trent Boult has been named in New Zealand's 13-man squad for next month's two-Test series against Australia.
Australia mull Cummins debut
Australia could hand a Test debut to teenage paceman Pat Cummins against South Africa in Johannesburg.
Morris's Twitter 'nightmare'
England chief Hugh Morris has voiced his concerns over the use of Twitter by players.
Gloucs duo sign deals
Gloucestershire youngsters Chris Dent and Jack Taylor have signed contract extensions with the county.
Collingwood retains England hope
Paul Collingwood told Sky Sports News HD he has not yet given up hope of a recall to England's limited-overs squads.
Monday, 14 November 2011
Smith: Bowlers saved the day
Graeme Smith credited his bowlers with the victory after South Africa claimed a remarkable eight-wicket win against Australia.
Warner handed Test call
David Warner has been called up by Australia for the second Test against South Africa.
Mohsin stays with Pakistan
The PCB have delayed naming a new head coach and instead announced that Mohsin Khan will take charge of the tour to Bangladesh.
Clarke - We were a disgrace
Michael Clarke labelled his side's batting as "disgraceful" after they were dismissed for just 47 against South Africa.
Proteas power into series lead
Graeme Smith and Hashim Amla both struck centuries to ensure South Africa won an extraordinary first Test by eight wickets at Newlands.
Swann: It's a wake-up call
England's Graeme Swann feels the recent jail sentences handed out to three Pakistan cricketers will serve as a "massive wake-up call".
Tendulkar made to wait
Sachin Tendulkar was once again denied a 100th international century on day one of the second Test against West Indies.
Positive spin from India
India are looking for a repeat performance from their slow bowlers in the second Test against West Indies.
Sri Lanka draw level in Dubai
Sri Lanka have squared the one-day series with Pakistan after claiming a hard-fought 25-run victory in the second ODI at Dubai.
Trego off to Zimbabwe
Somerset all-rounder Peter Trego is the latest county star to sign up to play T20 cricket in Zimbabwe.
Bears sign Kiwi spinner
Warwickshire have signed New Zealand spinner Jeetan Patel as their overseas player for the 2012 season.
Test Championship on hold
ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat has revealed the World Test Championship will not be held until 2017.
Flower: Tests still the best
England team director Andy Flower insists the ICC must act quickly to maintain the primacy of Test cricket.
Gloucestershire reward quartet
Gloucestershire have given new contracts to four of their players, with seamer Ian Saxelby signing a new three-year deal.
Afridi return inspires Pakistan
All-rounder Shahid Afridi claimed 3-27 to help Pakistan record an eight-wicket victory against Sri Lanka.
Eagles snap up Willoughby
Former Somerset seamer Charl Willoughby has joined Essex on a two-year contract.
Foxes rebuff Taylor bid
Leicestershire have revealed that they have turned down an offer from Nottinghamshire for rising star James Taylor.
Australia crumble in Cape Town
Australia were bowled out for 47 as South Africa launched a remarkable fightback on day two of the first Test at Newlands.
Thursday, 10 November 2011
Clarke's gambling call
ECB chairman Gilles Clarke has called for a complete ban on sports betting within the game.
Ashwin surprises himself
Debutant spinner Ravichandran Ashwin admitted his surprise after his six-wicket haul pushed India towards victory over the West Indies.
Mahmood commits to Kent
Kent have received a winter boost with news that Azhar Mahmood will return to Canterbury next year after signing a new two-year deal.
Clarke - We were a disgrace
Michael Clarke labelled his side's batting as "disgraceful" after they were dismissed for just 47 against South Africa.
India complete Test win
India completed victory over West Indies by five wickets in the first Test in Delhi.
Marsh, Bichel join panel
Rod Marsh and Andy Bichel have been appointed to Australia's national selection panel after a shake-up of cricket administration.
India unchanged for second Test
India have named an unchanged squad for the second Test match against the West Indies in Kolkata.
Clarke sparkles in the gloom
Captain Michael Clarke contributed 107 not out of Australia's 214-8 on a weather-shortened day one of the Test series in South Africa.
Dhoni pleased with comeback
Mahendra Singh Dhoni admitted India were let off the hook by West Indies after they won the first Test in Delhi by five wickets.
Tendulkar passes 15,000 mark
Sachin Tendulkar became the first player to reach 15,000 Test runs as India closed in on victory in the first Test against the West Indies.
Special innings for Clarke
Michael Clarke has described his century on the opening day of the first Test against South Africa as a "special" effort.
Rudolph back for Proteas
South Africa welcome back batsman Jacques Rudolph for the first Test against Australia in Cape Town.
Warne confirms his return
Shane Warne has confirmed he will come out of retirement to play for the Melbourne Stars.
Small surplus for Gloucs
Gloucestershire's latest financial results have revealed a ?2,000 surplus for the year to September 30.
Wickets for Warne?
Sky Bet make Shane Warne 14/1 to take the most wickets in the upcoming Big Bash League.
England stars bag awards
Five England internationals are amongst this year's Denis Compton award winners.
Australia crumble in Cape Town
Australia were bowled out for 47 as South Africa launched a remarkable fightback on day two of the first Test at Newlands.
Nash inks new Sussex deal
Chris Nash has signed a new contract with Sussex that keeps him with the county until 2014.
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