Somerset recorded the highest score in the history of Twenty20 cricket yesterday, a mammoth 250-3.

Pakistan limped to victory over Scotland at Edinburgh today by five wickets, Mohammad Yousuf leading them home.

Worcestershire batsman Vikram Solanki has been called up for the final two one-day internationals against Sri Lanka.

Rarely has a fifth day pitch looked as good as the one that enabled a highly entertaining drawn result that came to pass today.

Michael Vaughan and Ashley Giles will find out this week if further surgery is required for long term injuries.

The third Test match between the West Indies and India looks well-poised to be a draw, after another good day of batting in St. Kitts.

Weather and Brian Lara’s decision not to enforce the follow-on have ensured that the third test is heading for a draw.

A scan of Kevin Pietersen’s knee revealed no major damage, so he can play in the remainder of the Natwest Series.

The drought of Tests in the next 18 months is nothing to worry about says New Zealand Cricket Chief Executive Martin Snedden.

Sri Lanka completed their NatWest Series victory at Chester-le-Street, with Mahela Jayawardene making 126 in an eight-wicket win.