County news

Prince turns back on SA for Lancs

Mar 28, 2013: Ashwell Prince, the South Africa batsman, appears set to rule himself out of international contention in order to rejoin Lancashire as a Kolpak player

Pakistan news

Hafeez wants improvements in domestic pitches, support staff

Mar 28, 2013: Following the poor results in South Africa, Pakistan Twenty20 captain Mohammad Hafeez has called for improvements in country's domestic circuit, which will help produce complete players

County previews

Essex seek an end to underachievement

Mar 28, 2013: Essex continue to produce talented young players but they need to find the right blend from their squad to challenge for promotion and silverware

Australia news

Gurinder Sandhu surprise winner of Steve Waugh Medal

Mar 28, 2013: Gurinder Sandhu's rapid emergence as a pace bowler of substance has been underlined by his surprise plucking of the Steve Waugh Medal as the best New South Wales cricketer for 2012-13

The Beige Brigade

Excruciatingly magnificent Test cricket

Mar 28, 2013: The Beige Brigade panel recount the heart-stopping Eden Park Test, discuss the surprisingly solid performances of New Zealand's top order, their predictions for the return series in England, and the poor timing of Ross Taylor's comments

MCC v Warks, Champion County Match, Abu Dhabi, 4th day

Clarke helps wrap up innings win

Mar 28, 2013: Warwickshire wrapped up an innings victory on the first session in Abu Dhabi, with Rikki Clarke taking three of the remaining six MCC wickets to fall

Duncan Fletcher and Andy Sidaris

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Pakistan news

Saeed Ajmal could need hernia surgery

Mar 28, 2013: Saeed Ajmal, the Pakistan spinner, has been suffering from pain in his lower abdomen and suspects he has a hernia

Indian Premier League

Sri Lanka issue an example of shallow symbolism

Mar 28, 2013: By instructing franchises to stand its Sri Lankan players down from games in Chennai, the IPL has devalued one of the core values of sport- a level playing field before the contest begins

170 and out

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Sri Lanka v Bangladesh, 3rd ODI, Pallekele

Bangladesh level series with tight win

Mar 28, 2013: Bangladesh scampered to a series-levelling win against Sri Lanka in the third and final ODI, in Pallekele, winning by three wickets in a rain-hit encounter

England in New Zealand 2012-13

South Africa are the real benchmark for England

Mar 28, 2013: While winning the Ashes is the ultimate goal for England's players, in the current scenario, if they aim to be No 1, they have to play better cricket than South Africa and somehow match them consistently. That requires a stronger mentality, writes Michael

Statistics

What do the numbers say about Tendulkar?

Mar 28, 2013: Has Tendulkar really declined as a match-winner over the last ten years? Looking through the ESPNcricinfo database and, like a bumbling detective in the mould of Inspector Clouseau, I offer my fact-based critique

The week on Twitter

'Me hungry!'

Mar 28, 2013: And other primal urges in this week's Twitter round-up

Assault on Jesse Ryder

'It sounds quite sinister to me' - NZ prime minister

Mar 28, 2013: New Zealand prime minister suggests sinister motives might be afoot in the assault on Jesse Ryder, amid a flood of well wishes and expressions of shock at the attack

West Indies news

Whycliffe Cameron elected new WICB president

Mar 28, 2013: Whycliffe 'Dave' Cameron has been elected president of the WICB, after he beat the incumbent Julian Hunte 7-5 during the board's annual general meeting in Barbados

Australia news

Gannon reported for suspect bowling action

Mar 28, 2013: Cameron Gannon will undergo bio-mechanical testing of his action after being reported under Cricket Australia's doubtful bowling action procedure

All hail the Basin and Mac the Magnificent

Mar 28, 2013: From the old-school charms of Wellington's ground to the big-city vibe of Auckland

Trippin'

Mar 28, 2013: A wildlife sanctuary, desert countryside, ancient mansions, and plenty more when you head out of Jaipur

Plate up

Mar 28, 2013: One way to introduce yourself to Rajasthan's culture is through its rich food. Try a thali or two in Jaipur