Bangladesh endured a tough start to their tour of Sri Lanka, making just 183-5 on the first day of their match against Sri Lanka A.

Despite reports that Steve Harmison was to undergo a hernia operation, the bowler has said he will push it off for as long as possible.

Michael Vaughan has admitted the chances were slim of him being picked in the one-day side after he resigned as captain this week.

Another test 5-for from Monty Panesar did most of the work for England on day 5, they secured a seven wicket victory over West Indies.

England fast bowler Steve Harmison requires a non-serious hernia operation the ECB have said but it is unlikely to affect his bowling.

England all-rounder Ravi Bopara is in doubt for England’s one-day series against the West Indies due to a thigh muscle injury.

England took a firm grip on the Fourth Test against West Indies on day four, thanks mostly to a fine century from Paul Collingwood.

Michael Vaughan has stepped down as England’s ODI captain, but still harbours hopes to be selected for the ODI side.

Marvan Atapattu could face heavy action from the Sri Lanka board after he pulled out of the Bangladesh series citing personal reasons.

Australian fast bowler, Shaun Tait, will undergo surgery on his right elbow tomorrow, placing his Twenty20 World Cup hopes in doubt.