Ireland will enter their first World Cup with an outside chance of winning their opening clash with a politically torn Zimbabwe team.

Australian umpire Darrell Hair has withdrawn his lawsuit claiming racial discrimination against the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Tim May, has called on a reduction of ODIs between Australia and India saying the situation has gotten completely out of control.

Shaun Tait has spoken out saying he’s raring to get into the World Cup and show that he has the strike power to fill the void left by Brett Lee.

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

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

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

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

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

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