One of India’s key middle order batsmen Yuvraj Singh has been ruled out of their clash with Australia after injuring his left knee.

Shoaib Akhtar and Mohammad Asif are expected to find out their fate on Wednesday, having tested positive for Nandrolone this month.

The difference between sides in the Champions Trophy is coming down to short pitched bowling and the ability for bowlers to bowl yorkers.

Zimbabwe will tour Bangladesh in late November/early December to play one Twenty20 international and five one-day internationals.

A devastating spell from Makhaya Ntini set South Africa up for a convincing win over Pakistan.

India are hoping the ICC will give them permission to bring Sreesanth into their squad to replace the injured Ajit Agarkar.

Despite a patient innings at number five for Australia against England, Mike Hussey is not expecting a permanent move up the order.

A flurry of late wickets was not enough to stop West Indies from beating India by three wickets.

Shane Bond and Scott Styris both suffered further injuries during New Zealand’s 51 run win over Pakistan.

Cricket Australia has announced that additional tickets for four of the Ashes venues will be available for purchase from November 1.