Murali Kartik’s career best 6-27 helped India to a two wicket victory over Australia in the final ODI at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

New Zealand Cricket has announced the establishment of a Panel of eight Elite Umpires commencing in the 2007/08 season.

The President of the Board for Cricket in India and the Chairman of Cricket Australia today issued a joint statement on racism.

Craig McMillan has today announced his retirement from International and Domestic Cricket for health and personal reasons.

Australia are set to make some changes to their bowling attack for the final one-day international against India on Wednesday .

Daryl Tuffey looks set to join the rebel Indian Cricket League within the next few days in what is said to be an “attractive offer”.

Andrew Symonds blazed a ton and bowled 10 tight overs as Australia beat India by 18 runs to take a 4-1 lead in the seven match series.

Ottis Gibson has been named England’s full time bowling coach after a successful trial period with the side.

Sri Lanka gained a consolation victory in the final ODI thanks to a fine 73 from Chamara Silva and 6-28 from Dilhara Fernando.

Somerset has signed former West Indies offspinner Omari Banks for the 2008 season.