“There have just been too many times when we as a team go, gulp, ‘Vern might be injured again'”
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South Africa all-rounder Vernon Philander will work on his fitness and conditioning ahead of the Proteas’ summer at home.
Lynn could be out of action for seven months
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Chris Lynn could be ruled out for the entire Australian summer as he could need seven months to recover after undergoing shoulder surgery on Monday.
“The ambition to play one more Ashes in England is still strong”
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England pace bowler James Anderson has revealed that he is eager to keep playing international cricket until the 2019 Ashes series.
“Players who participate in disapproved cricket (e.g. exhibition matches) are not permitted to participate in ICC approved cricket for a minimum of six months thereafter”
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Cricket Australia has issued a warning to the players, saying that they could be hit with a six-month ban if they opt to take part in any matches or tournaments without the board’s approval.
“My gut feeling is probably hit and miss for security reasons (and) MoU reasons”
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Former Australia opener Ed Cowan has said that the ongoing pay dispute between the players and Cricket Australia could have huge ramifications if a deal is not struck by the June 30 deadline.
“I can’t say there haven’t been some dark times where I thought it would be easier if I wasn’t here”
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Former England pace bowler Stephen Harmison has revealed that he battled severe depression during his international career and even thought about committing suicide prior to the national team’s tour of South Africa in 2004.
“You have to make sure you’re right before you come back”
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England all-rounder Chris Woakes could potentially miss the first two Tests against South Africa as he continues to recover from a side strain that ruled him out of the Champions Trophy.
“This is my first time at a big tournament and I am looking forward to it”
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Australia all-rounder Travis Head enjoyed a highly successful summer and is looking to carry the momentum into the Champions Trophy in England next month.
“I just want to keep developing every side of my game and not stand still”
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England batsman Joe Root has established himself as one of the most gifted and feared batsmen in world cricket today, but why is the 26-year-old turning to baseball ahead of the busy summer ahead?
“He will be fully assessed on Wednesday by the ECB medical team to understand the extent of his injury”
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England pace bowler James Anderson could miss the first Test against South Africa on July 6 after being diagnosed with a tear in his right groin.
