Sussex all-rounder Michael Yardy has been named as captain of an experimental England A squad ahead of a six-match tour of Bangladesh

Former Pakistani captain Imran Khan has criticised selectors for excluding Shoaib Akhtar from the upcoming tour of South Africa.

England captain Andrew Flintoff had denied any suggestions that there is tension in his side.

Jamie Dalrymple, the Middlesex all-rounder is expected to make his Test debut against Australia in Sydney for the fifth Test.

Photos from England’s training session at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 1st January.

Australian captain Ricky Ponting has praised retiring coach John Buchanan and credited him with the teams success over the years.

Mixed news for England’s bowlers with Simon Jones anticipating a return in April, whilst Matthew Hoggard is injured with a side strain.