Now that the Darrell Hair debacle has seemingly been put to rest, it’s time to summarize the various reactions in the world of cricket.

Tatenda Taibu could return to the Zimbabwe side after it appears unlikely that he will seek to qualify to play for South Africa.

Doubts have been raised over the eleven pitches that will be used for the World Cup in the Caribbean next year.

Australian legends Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne have added fuel to the fire ahead of this winter’s eagerly anticipated Ashes series.

Ranjuan Madugalle has issued umpires with a warning that they must raise their game to avoid repeat occurances of The Oval fiasco.

Tom Moody is optimistic of Sri Lanka’s chances in the Champions’ Trophy, even though they will have to go through qualifying.

Bangladesh seamers Mashrafe Mortaza and Syed Rasel have been passed fit to travel for India for the forthcoming ICC Cbampions’ Trophy.

Sri Lankan seamer Chaminda Vaas has signed for Middlesex for the 2007 season.

England are considering using Monty Panesar AND Ashley Giles in the same team during the Ashes, according to captain Andrew Flintoff.

England are set to use all 16 of their Ashes squad members in their warm-up game against New South Wales.