It had to happen at some point. England’s streak of six consecutive series wins came to its conclusion in the sultry climes of Lahore

New Zealand have made up for the heartbreak of Wednesday with a record-breaking chase to win the 3rd ODI in Christchurch.

Stuart Clark was a surprise selection for Friday’s Test with South Africa, but Michael Clarke’s form reversal hasn’t earned a recall.

Looking to put the test series behind them, England won today’s opening ODI by 42 runs.

It was a new-look Australian team which won the Chappell-Hadlee series and most of the new recruits showed how vital depth can be.

South Africa arrive in Australia for a three test series for the first time in four years, and both sides have a lot to prove.

Daniel Vettori will captain New Zealand despite the return of Stephen Fleming for the final Chappell-Hadlee match.

Virender Sehwag will miss the second test against Sri Lanka after suffering from a throat infection and fever.

Herschelle Gibbs put in a dominant performance as South Africa easily accounted for the Chairman’s XI in a light-hearted tour match.

Queensland quick Mitchell Johnson has been named as a surprise replacement for Brett Lee for the third Chappell-Hadlee one-day match.