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The picturesque Lord’s Cricket Ground will be looking to gain the rights to host its fifth World Cup final
The International Cricket Council (ICC) and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have both signed an agreement to confirm that the 2019 World Cup will be held in England and Wales.
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Clarke believes England won’t know what’s hit them until it’s too late
After having endured non-stop criticism in the press after being handed a 4-0 whitewashing at the hands of India, Australia captain Michael Clarke has delivered a warning to England ahead of the back-to-back Ashes series, which is set to begin in July, stating that they should not underestimate the baggy greens’ batting and bowling capabilities.
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Lara remembers how Sammy believed he would never end up leading the West Indies
West Indies batting legend Brian Lara has revealed that he picked current captain Darren Sammy way back in 2004 during an ODI series against England for his passion and enthusiasm rather than his cricketing skill.
Flower is growing increasingly infuriated with this trend
England Test cricket head coach Andy Flower has announced that his team have to learn to make better starts on tours abroad as it is becoming an increasingly frustrating problem and developing pattern which may require changes to be made for future series.
Ponting will captain Surrey in Smith’s absence
Surrey may have considered themselves lucky after South African captain Graeme Smith agreed to sign a three-year deal with the club, but they may now be seen as real contenders to win the county league this year after reaching an agreement with former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting.
Butler was starting to doubt himself after having a frustrating season last year
New Zealand pace bowler Ian Butler has admitted that he had considered ending his international career and moving to England to play county cricket last year after failing to be picked regularly by the national team.
Lillee has been producing the best out of young bowlers for decades
Cricket Australia have appointed former pace bowler Dennis Lillee to their high performance section, where he will take up the role of fast-bowling advisor.
Taufel will become the first umpire to deliver the MCC lecture
Recently retired Australian umpire Simon Taufel has been chosen to deliver this year’s MCC lecture, making him the first umpire in history to ever do so.
England have the chance to hand Australia their third successive loss in the Ashes
England seem to be riding on a new high after breaking the shackles of their 28-year losing streak in India and former Australia pace bowler Jason Gillespie believes that they now have an edge over the Australians heading into the back-to-back Ashes series later this year.
Mushtaq believes that India have been dealt a major blow
Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has announced that it was an honour to play against Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar during his international career and added that he still cherishes every ball he bowled to the ‘Little Master’.
