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Smith and Starc sizzle in damp squib
Key Australia players got a good work out and Netherlands' bowlers showed their quality but rain had final say
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New Zealand
Cricket
Better late than ever, Daryl Mitchell is on the up and up
From debuting for New Zealand at 27 to now becoming first-choice pick for the World Cup, the allrounder has made himself indispensable to the side
Pakistan
Cricket
Naseem-less Pakistan look up to Shaheen Afridi for lift-off
Their recent ODI and World Cup form has been patchy though they were ranked No.1 not too long ago
New Zealand
Cricket
Suzie Bates prepares to play her 300th game of cricket for New Zealand
NZ batter says she will savour every moment of the ODI against South Africa on Sunday
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Cricket
The incredible rise of Haris Rauf | Documentary
A story of a boy who snuck into an open cricket trial and clocked 92.3 mph. He hasn't looked back since
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Netherlands
Cricket
World Cup Preview Can Netherlands rely on individual brilliance on the big stage
Though capable of producing upsets, their batting against spin and bowling in the middle overs remain a concern
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West Indies Women tour of Australia 2023-24
Deitz's message to West Indies: play with freedom and have fun
Captain Hayley Matthews has promised her team will take an aggressive approach
Australia
Cricket
Light on spin, heavy on confidence - Australia enter familiar territory
Regardless of how Australia lead into a global event, they usually find a way of being in the mix when it matters
Sri Lanka
Cricket
Spunky Sri Lanka out to prove heydays are not behind them
This is also a make-or-break tournament for Shanaka's captaincy
Cricket
Ravindra 97 trumps Rizwan ton as NZ chase down 346
Runs galore in Hyderabad as New Zealand and Pakistan prepare for the World Cup proper
County Championship Division One
Kent stay up after day of drama at Canterbury and beyond
Draw with Lancashire leads to almost unbearable 80-minute wait for news from Trent Bridge
County Championship Division One
Sam Robson heroics in vain as Middlesex narrowly fail to beat drop
Victory by two wickets for Nottinghamshire ensures Kent retain Division One status
England
Cricket
Defending champions England seek World Cup encore despite ageing stars
Ben Stokes is back from ODI retirement and Joe Root's recent form isn't inspiring. But England remain among favourites
World Cup
Mahedi, Tanzid, Litton and Mehidy star in breezy Bangladesh win
Sri Lanka's batting slumped after a promising start, and Kusal Perera retired hurt with a shoulder strain
County Championship Division Two
Reece scores another ton but Derbyshire can't get over the line
Leus Du Plooy's last game at Derbyshire ends in gallant failure as Glamorgan hold out for draw
Pakistan
Cricket
Middle order and spin department a concern for Pakistan
But their top order and pace attack are the best in the world
3:04
County Championship Division Two
Masood century ends Yorkshire season on a high
Victory over promoted Worcestershire ensures hosts avoid last-placed finish
County Championship Division Two
Durham complete Leicestershire rout to sign off the season in style
Parkinson, Fernando claim three wickets apiece to complete innings victory
County Championship Division Two
Farbrace sees good signs as Sussex sweep up victory over Gloucestershire
Head coach: "One more season in Division Two will put us in a really good position."
england
World Cup FAQs - Who are the favourites? Which games should you call in sick for?
Also, everything you needed to know about venues, reserve days, and... checks notes ... boundary countbacks
New Zealand
Cricket
One last ride for New Zealand's golden generation?
Williamson, Boult and Southee were there in 2015 and in 2019 but may not make it to 2027
New Zealand
Cricket
Can New Zealand make it to their third straight ODI World Cup final
In Boult, Conway and Mitchell, they have three solid match-winners who could steer them to glory
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India
Cricket
Right-hand batting heavy India strong favourites yet again
With the momentum of Asia Cup title and series win against Australia, India would want to go all the way at home
Cricket
NZ team preview
PAKISTAN'S NO. 5-7, IN ODIS SINCE 2019 WC
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England
Cricket
Preview - Can England defend their World Cup title
They might not look as threatening as they did four years ago, but they still tick most boxes
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