Yes, India got the crucial two points at the very start of the tournament – but the problems of recent times appear unresolved as ever.

India’s Champions Trophy campaign began with a victory, as they edged past a poor England side by four wickets.

New Zealand’s Champions Trophy hopes have been struck an early blow with star bowler Shane Bond ruled out of tomorrow’s clash with SA.

Australian captain Ricky Ponting has one again stated that his side were not “too friendly” during the last Ashes series.

Recent comments from Australian coach John Buchanan seem to suggest that Shane Watson has finally won the battle for the opening spot.

Former New Zealand captain and administrator Walter Hadlee who died last month was honoured with a memorial service in Christchurch.

England allrounder Andrew Flintoff is unlikely to bowl in the Champion’s Trophy to ensure that he is at full fitness for the Ashes.

Seamer Farveez Maharoof’s awesome 6-14 sent Sri Lanka into Group A of the ICC Champions Trophy on the back of a crushing victory.

There’s something about Septembers. The kids are back to school and our cricket bags are back collecting dust on top of our wardrobes.

During the last Ashes series, Australia strongly objected to the use by England of substitutes. Was this in the spirit of the game