The ECB and PCA would like to make clear that they have held constructive and productive discussions over the past few weeks regarding England player contracts.
Notts bowler Darren Pattinson says that he would relish the chance to play for England after being named in the provisional 30-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy.
Netting against South Africa's fast bowlers must be like sparring with Lennox Lewis in his prime, but vice-captain Ashwell Prince knows all about being in the firing line.
England hope to reap the benefits from their decision to change their bowling line-up earlier this year when Stuart Broad faces the biggest challenge of his Test career against South Africa.
Ashes hero Simon Jones has described being back in international contention as “a great feeling” after being named in England’s 30-man provisional ICC Champions Trophy squad.
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