Matthew Hayden’s 114 powered Australia to a 106-run thrashing of New Zealand to take a commanding lead in the Chappell-Hadlee series.

The Black Caps squad for the 3rd and 4th ODIs against Australia has been named with two changes.

Matthew Hayden is in doubt for the third ODI against New Zealand, in Auckland on Saturday, after damaging his shoulder while fielding.

Scott Styris has been ruled out of the 2nd ODI tomorrow due to a recurrence of his knee injury.

Zimbabwe had the rain gods to thank after rain interrupted the final two days of the match to allow the tourist to sneak a draw.

Former Australian Test off-spinner, Nathan Hauritz, has been dropped from the Queensland side ahead of their clash with South Australia

Andy Blignaut has had a changed of heart and will return to the International fold with Zimbabwe after 10 months out in the wilderness.

Somerset CCC has confirmed that they are in talks with the former West Indies fast bowler Nixon McLean about a possible return.

Australia have made two changes to the team that won the first one day international as both Michael Hussey and Jason Gillespie start.

BCCI has announced the finalised itinerary for Pakistan’s tour of India.