Sri Lanka have started their tour of New Zealand well ending day one of their three day tour match against the Otago Volts on 141-3.

Mohammad Yousuf’s ninth Test century of 2006 all but sealed series victory for Pakistan against the West Indies in Karachi.

Bangladesh have thrashed Zimbabwe by nine wickets in the first of five one-day internationals thanks to a century by Shahriar Nafees.

Sourav Ganguly has been recalled for the upcoming Test series against South Africa while VVS Laxman has been appointed vice-captain.

Glenn McGrath is in doubt for the second Ashes Test and is being given until just before play to prove his fitness.

The Black Caps will be looking to continue playing at Eden Park during its re-construction for the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

Michael Vaughan made a disappointing return to cricket in making a seven ball duck for the England Academy against Western Australia.

The 3rd Test at Karachi continues to remain evenly balanced after three days, with Pakistan building a steady second innings lead.

Sydney Grade cricket umpires will wear a black ribbon this weekend in support of sacked international colleague Darrell Hair.

South Africa have taken an unbeatable 3-0 series lead in the five match series against India after beating the tourists by 80 runs.