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

Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul has recovered from the ankle injury that forced him out of Pakistan’s recent tour of South Africa.

Following the birth of his third child, Adam Gilchrist has made himself available for selection for the entire World Cup campaign.

Former England fast bowler, Darren Gough is set to return to Yorkshire, with reports indicating that he may be handed the captaincy.

Fresh in the Australian squad, Stuart Clark has said Australia’s bowling success lies with its ability to hunt in a pack in the Windies

Scottish all-rounder Gavin Hamilton has hit back at claims by Michael Holding, that there are too many teams competing at the 2007 WC.

The smallest team to make an appearance at the World Cup, Bermuda, will be looking to show determination and pride in the West Indies.

Champion spin bowler Anil Kumble, will most probably play his last one-day match in Indian colours during the 2007 World Cup.

Allan Border has today fired the first salvo in what may be an epic war of words between Australia and South Africa heading into the WC

Irfan Pathan is confident that all the setbacks he has received over the past year have made him a better player for the World Cup.