Bangladesh have named Mohammad Ashraful as their new captain after previous captain Habibul Bashar stepped down after the India series.

Sajid Mahmood has lost his chance of breaking into the England squad for the West Indies series after having to undergo an operation.

Former Pakistan coach Bob Woolmer was not murdered, but died a natural death, according to police.

Jerome Taylor took 5-43 for West Indies against an MCC XI, but they were troubled by more injury concerns.

The ICC’s newly established Cricket Committee has announced various recommendations for the ICC to consider.

Adam Gilchrist has told an Australian newspaper that he may give up the shorter form of the game in a bid to lengthen his Test career.

The annual Chappell-Hadlee trophy has been set down for December with three ODIs and one Twenty20 international to be played.

The ODI series between India and SA in Ireland next month will go ahead as planned after the broadcasting rights were sorted out.

Mathew Sinclair is considering his options after missing out on a NZC contract for the next 12 months and is unlikely to remain in NZ.

Marlon Samuels has been called up by the West Indies to replace their injured skipper Ramnaresh Sarwan.