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Marathonbet’s Cricket World Cup Odds
With the ICC Cricket World Cup fast approaching, Marathonbet are offering a huge 16/1 on England winning the tournament. This […]
Buttler: Series Is Very Much Alive
Jos Buttler believes England’s contest with Sri Lanka is very much alive as the visitors secured their first win of the seven-match series in […]
Moeen ton leaves more questions than answers
Prior to England’s tour of Sri Lanka, it had been widely assumed that Alex Hales would be the man to partner Alastair Cook at the top of the order.
Are India poised to retain their ODI crown?
With less than four months to go until the 50 over World Cup begins in Australia and New Zealand, we can now look forward to a surfeit of ODIs in the coming weeks.
Moeen Ali The Big Winner At Asian Cricket Awards
ENGLAND and Worcestershire all-rounder Moeen Ali capped a memorable summer by being named Player of the Year at the 2014 Talk Home Mobile Asian Cricket Awards at Lord’s on Tuesday evening, which was attended by The Cricket Paper’s Neil Wooding, Joshua Peck and David Emery.
Now Let’s Free Alastair Cook From Burden Of Building A Platform
WHATEVER Michael Vaughan, Graeme Swann, Geoffrey Boycott or Kevin Pietersen think, those who really matter in the debate over Alastair Cook’s place in England’s ODI plans have spoken.
On The Spot: Matt Dunn, Surrey Fast Bowler
On the Spot – Matt Dunn, Surrey Fast Bowler. Date of Birth: 05/05/1992 Marital Status: Girlfriend (Jessica). Previous Clubs: Egham.
Dream Team: Ex-Northants Batsman Rob White
ROB WHITE: The ex-Northants batsman picks the best XI he has played with and against
Despite the jibes, Jason Gillespie Wouldn’t Rule Out England Job
Turn the clock back to Jason Gillespie’s darkest hour on these shores and anyone asking him in that moment if he fancied coaching England could only have been taking the mick.
Where Are They Now? Kent 1978 County Champions and B&H Cup winners
The banning from Test cricket of Derek Underwood, Bob Woolmer and Asif Iqbal was probably the best thing that could have happened to Kent in 1978.
Kevin Pietersen Comparison Is Welcomed By Jason Roy
HE might not be a clone but Jason Roy is as close to being a replica of Kevin Pietersen as it is possible to be.
Brad Wadlan: So Much Major Talent In Minor Counties
It has been extremely satisfying as a current Minor Counties cricketer seeing players like Shropshire’s Richard Oliver (Worcestershire) and Hertfordshire’s Tanveer Sikander (Essex) break into the first-class game this season.
Jamie Overton Shows His Class For North Devon
JAMIE Overton is better known for his bowling on the first-class circuit, but he showed he is no slouch with the bat –blasting 142 not out off just 55 balls in North Devon’s four-wicket win against Devon Premier League champions Sidmouth.
Paul Nixon: Leicestershire Must Leave Grace Road To Improve
There have been some trying times for Leicestershire in the last couple of years but this week has been a particularly tough one to take – on and off the pitch – and something has to change.
Peter Hayter: This Is How You Could End The ODI Shambles
Ah, the innocence of youth. Lord knows what Alastair Cook, Peter Moores, James Whitaker and Paul Downton would have made of such thoughts, but it took the teenage progeny of a colleague to put in a nutshell what many currently feel about England’s 50 over performances.
Alan Lee’s Verdict On Taunton
Turning off the M5, and nosing through untimely roadworks on the approach to this now sprawling market town, a certain dread assailed me.
Laurie Evans Finds Form For The Big Finale
A ROLLERCOASTER season has come full circle for Laurie Evans and the Warwickshire batsman admits that at his lowest ebb he did entertain the idea of leaving the county this summer.
Bumble’s Guide To Cardiff!
After a hectic Test series I’m not on the schedule for the first two ODIs and that means missing a trip to one of my favourite cities, Cardiff. Before that the teams head to Bristol on Monday and I’d love to give some tips about where to head to but I’ve simply not spent enough time in the city.
Bumble’s Guide To Edgbaston!
IT IS one of my favourite days of the year next Saturday – t20 finals day and I’m thrilled it’s back at Edgbaston. It ticks all the boxes for me: a good central location that everyone can travel to in a day, a good wicket and a fantastic stadium, with a brilliant atmosphere.
Angus Robson Gives Leicestershire A Much Needed Boost
THERE has not been too much in the way of good news for Leicestershire in recent weeks, but confirmation that Angus Robson has signed a new one-year contract could mark a turning point in the Foxes’ fortunes.
I’ve Still Got A Lot To Give Insists Jade Dernbach
SAY WHAT you like about Jade Dernbach but at least the man is consistent.
Cricket Paper Crossword August 15
DUE to an unfortunate printing error, some of the clues for the crossword in today’s The Cricket Paper were the same as last week’s.
Ever Wanted To Play Cricket With A Pro? Now You Can!
TICKETS are now on sale for the inaugural Nordoff Robbins Cricket Day hosted by Lancashire CCC and England bowler James Anderson.
England Lions Roaring For World Cup Places!
Not that Alex Hales, James Vince, Jason Roy and their Lions colleagues need it spelled out, but England selector Mick Newell sees no point in trying to minimise the size of the prize up for grabs in the current tri-series against their Sri Lanka and New Zealand counterparts.
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