India's tour delayed

India's tour of Pakistan has been delayed by a week due to logistical problems, and will begin no later than the second week of March.

According to a report by Rediff.com, Jagmohan Dalmiya, the Indian cricket board head, announced that security was also a reason for the postponement.

"The tour will be delayed by about a week," Dalmiya said. "It shouldn't start later than the second week of March, but the team won't be able to go earlier because we are trying to fully cover all points, security as well."

The Indian cricket board is expected to announce the tour itinerary on Saturday. India is due to play three Tests and five one-dayers in their first full visit to Pakistan since 1989-90.