Sri Lanka eased their way to victory over New Zealand today after a clinical and professional performance with the bat and the ball.

Indian Cricket Board secretary Niranjan Shah has said India will play a three match one-day series against South Africa in Ireland.

WC CEO Chris Dehring has admitted the World Cup format is too long and that the schedule must be revised in years to come.

Star Sri Lankan bowler Lasith Malinga has been ruled out of his side’s blockbuster clash against New Zealand today.

England struggled against Bangladesh today, losing six wickets in a chase of just 144.

Somerset Sabres batsman Marcus Trescothick has admitted that he is “desperate” to play for England again after a troubled recent past.

West Indies captain Brian Lara has confirmed that he will retire from one-day international cricket at the end of the World Cup.

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga is in doubt for their Super Eight clash with New Zealand on Friday due to an ankle injury.

England spin-bowler Ashley Giles has suffered new problems with his hip and is in doubt for the start of the county season.

South Africa defeated West Indies by 67 runs, to all but ensure the hosts’ exit from the World Cup 2007.