England’s 2008 home international schedule has been announced today with Test series against both South Africa and New Zealand planned.

Marvan Atapattu, is set to make an unexpected comeback into the Sri Lankan Test squad to take on Bangladesh later this month.

England have retained the same squad for the third Test following their convincing innings and 283 runs victory at Headingley.

India are set to announce their new coach after the resignation of Greg Chappell earlier this year; ex-Bangladesh coach Dav Whatmore.

Denesh Ramdin made the most of the final day of West Indies’ game against a MCC XI, making a career-best 131 as the game was drawn.

Former Black Cap batsman Nathan Astle has been given the honour of being made a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Runako Morton timely found form ahead of the 3rd Test between England and the West Indies, with 201 against a young MCC XI.

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

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

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