Pakistan’s tour of the Caribbean to feature no Test matches

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The last Test series between the West Indies and Pakistan ended as a 1-1 draw

Once again Test cricket is the victim of scheduling problems this year as Pakistan’s tour of the Caribbean has officially become a limited over series after their two scheduled Test matches were removed from the itinerary.

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A BATTING WITH BIMAL BREAKING REPORT: India likely to shorten tour of New Zealand for Asia Cup

The BCCI are adamant on hosting the Asia Cup next year

India’s tour of New Zealand early next year is highly likely to be trimmed down to two Test matches, two ODIs and two Twenty20 Internationals in order for the national team to have adequate time to return home and start preparing for the Asia Cup in February-March.

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A BATTING WITH BIMAL BREAKING REPORT: Jackson Bird likely to replace Ben Hilfenhaus for India tour, says Mickey Arthur

Bird has already claimed 11 wickets in just two Tests

Australia coach Mickey Arthur has announced that pace bowler Jackson Bird is likely to replace fellow seamer Ben Hilfenhaus for the team’s tour of India after the veteran sustained a side injury during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Hobart.

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