Pakistan’s troubled build-up to the World Cup took another blow, as Abdul Razzaq has been ruled out of the tournament with injury.

Despite missing the WC, Brett Lee is looking on the bright side of his injury, saying it may prolong his career by up to two years.

The Netherlands is one of only two countries in Europe where cricket has become a regular feature of the sporting calendar.

Shaun Tait has spoken out saying he’s raring to get into the World Cup and show that he has the strike power to fill the void left by Brett Lee.

Tim May, has called on a reduction of ODIs between Australia and India saying the situation has gotten completely out of control.

Australian umpire Darrell Hair has withdrawn his lawsuit claiming racial discrimination against the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Ireland will enter their first World Cup with an outside chance of winning their opening clash with a politically torn Zimbabwe team.

Indian bowler Irfan Pathan has been cleared to play in the World Cup after proving his fitness in a domestic game.

The Irish Cricket Union have appointed former Zimbabwe coach and West Indies international Phil Simmons as their new coach post WC.

Pakistani cricketers will receive up to 5 million rupees in bonuses, should they win the 2007 World Cup in the Caribbean.