Harmison comes out of retirement
Steve Harmison has been called up to England’s One-Day International squad after Ryan Sidebottom has been ruled out of the opening NatWest Series ODI due to a groin injury.
Flintoff up for South Africa challenge
Andrew Flintoff is hoping England’s new-look team can use the NatWest Series as a springboard to consistent success on the world stage.
Sidebottom out of first ODI
Bowler Ryan Sidebottom has been ruled out of England’s day-night international against South Africa at Headingley Carnegie tomorrow.
Zimbabwe pull out of World Twenty20
Zimbabwe have confirmed they will take no part in next summer’s ICC World Twenty20 in England.
Matt draws on Prior knowledge
Matt Prior will return as England’s wicketkeeper during the next few weeks of the NatWest Series hoping a more relaxed approach to his cricket can help him reclaim the role in all forms of the game.
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