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ACB 'disturbed' by call girl claims in fix issue
Melbourne: The Australian Cricket Board (ACB) said on Monday it was ''disturbed'' by claims from a former Pakistan player that an Australian bookmaker used prostitutes to help persuade foreign players to under-perform in matches.
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A 3rd front emerges in Indian cricket
While on the higher plane of national politics, a third front still remains a pious wish of parties, who cannot even put two and two together, Indian cricket already has one, solidified and ready to rule over Mumbai's cricket.
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India
TNCA seeks to host Challenger as day matches
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), which would be hosting the N K P Salve Challenger Trophy from February 12 to 16, has sought the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s permission to hold it as day matches, instead of day-night as stipulated by the BCCI.
Indian colts hold for draw and one-nil lead
Chennai: The second under-19 cricket Test match between England and India ended in a draw with the former finishing at 64 for two, chasing an improbable 325 in 41 overs for an outright win, on the fourth and final day on Tuesday. India lead the three-Test series 1-0.
BCCI finally unveil Aussie itinerary
New Delhi: India's cricket chiefs on Monday overcame dissent in their ranks to finally announce details of the Australian tour, barely three weeks before the tourists arrive here.
'Bindra's actions not in accordance'
New Delhi: The disciplinary committee of the BCCI has severely criticised Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) and their president IS Bindra, saying their actions have brought disrepute to the game and the Board.
Gavaskar's resignation from NCA not accepted yet
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet accepted the resignation of Sunil Gavaskar as member of board of director of National Cricket Academy (NCA).
BCCI approve new rotation policy
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday announced new rotation policy and gave Test status to nine venues. As per the new policy, the Test venues will also host One day Internationals.
Gambhir, Mane aid India Colts fight back
Chennai: Following on after conceding a 168-run first innings lead to England, India made a brilliant comeback into the game scoring 241 without loss in the second innings, at stumps on the third day of the second under -19 cricket Test match at the M A Chidambaram Stadium here on Monday.
Busy schedule cause for AC postponement
Karachi: The Asia Cup cricket tournament scheduled for April in Karachi has been postponed, Asian Cricket Council Secretary Zakir Hussain Syed has said.
World
South Africa upbeat after win over Sri Lanka
Johannesburg: South Africa ended a successful home summer on a high with a 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka to leave a warm glow the cricket authorities could scarcely have imagined last year following the resignation of former captain Hansie Cronje in a match-fixing scandal.
Mark Waugh under fire over inquiry refusal
Sydney: With leading Australian Test batsman Mark Waugh's refusal to depose before International Cricket Council's (ICC's) Anti-Corruption Unit, the demand for his immediate dismissal from the Australian national team is catching momentum.
It's now Crowe's turn to snub ICC
Wellington: Former New Zealand cricket captain Martin Crowe has refused to talk to the International Cricket Council (ICC) about match-fixing allegations, a newspaper reported on Tuesday.
'Lloyd's Windies are my all time best'
Karachi: Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan said on Monday Australia's overall talent made them favourites in the upcoming Test series against India.
Pollock beams as Lanka rue batting failures
Centurion: South African captain Shaun Pollock crowned what he said was an excellent season of Test cricket by his team when he was named Man-of-the-match and Man-of-the-series after South Africa mauled Sri Lanka at the Centurion Park on Monday.
Big fix: 'No Aussie linked to sex scam'
Sydney: No Australian cricketer has been implicated in allegations that prostitutes were used as rewards to lure top players into match-fixing, cricket officials said on Monday.
Captaincy woes: Adams' job under threat
Sydney: The axe is reportedly hanging over West Indies cricket captain Jimmy Adams amid the team's nightmare tour of Australia.
Fast food chain to sponsor Boycott in Pakistan
Karachi: US fast food chain McDonalds will add spice to the much hyped coaching stint of former England player Geoff Boycott in Pakistan, officials said Monday.
Match-fixing
Mark Waugh refuses to be interviewed by ICC
Sydney: Senior batsman Mark Waugh, acting on legal advice, has refused to be interviewed by the Australian Cricket Board's (ACB) special investigator Greg Melick, his manager said on Monday.
