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Afridi, playing for Ruhuna Royals, had to leave for Pakistan immediately as his wife was reported to be unwell.

Australia's acting coach believes extreme UAE heat will be perfect preparation for World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka.

Pakistan will play Bangladesh on Friday in the seventh-eighth position play-off.

It has been alleged the texts contained derogatory remarks regarding England Test captain Andrew Strauss.

Australian team face Afghanistan in a single one-dayer before three matches against Pakistan and a Twenty20 series.

Champions Trophy, the "mini World Cup", features the world's eight leading nations in 50-over cricket.

He was dropped from the England team after sending 'provocative' text messages criticising Andrew Strauss.

Everton stunned Manchester United 1-0 thanks to a bullet header in the second half by Marouane Fellaini.

Dravid bid farewell in March, Laxman called it quits last Saturday, leaving Sachin Tendulkar only surviving veteran.

Warne is leading a campaign to bring Usain Bolt to Australia to play for the Melbourne Stars.

India chased down the target of 137 in 48 overs, secures a place for itself in the semi-final.

Spaniard Jonathan Castroviejo pulled on the leader’s red jersey in the Tour of Spain.

Former FIFA presidential candidate also serving 3-month football ban

Ninth seed sets up clash with Kerber in final.

Troubled England star’s future in further turmoil.

United to kick off their league campaign against Everton tonight.

Hosts down Bangladesh; Proteas beat England in quarter-finals.

Former Pakistan hockey captain calls PHF’s decision a blunder.

Pakistani hits half-century to help Wayamba go top.

Source says PCB chose Akram because he has a good rapport with the current group of cricketers.

Archrivals to clash before mega event.

Laxman retires from international cricket with immediate effect.

Decision to drop the duo was taken after it was involved in the pre-Olympics controversy.

Ferrari chief says driver needs to maximise performance.

Kandurata post their first win in SLPL, beat Uthura by 32 runs.

Former champions lock horns in Monday’s quarter-final.

Manager believes defending League title will be harder than winning it.

Swiss-based Court of Arbitration for Sport had handed down a two-year ban to the Tour de France winner.

Barcelona star confident with league starting today.

Manager not disappointed at losing out on van Persie.

Beat Uva by 20 runs in Sri Lankan Premier League.

Asjad exudes confidence after Thailand training experience.

Former greats to finalise anti-PHF campaign after Eid.

Committee not interested in hiring former pacer for national squad.

Pakistan takes on Australia this month and next in a limited overs series in the United Arab Emirates.

Pakistan have been hunting for a bowling coach since appointing Australian Dav Whatmore as head coach in March.

Kvitova, Wozniacki safely through in Cincinnati Masters.

Red Devils confirm £24m signing of Dutch international.

Sydney Sixers ‘considering’ the Jamaican’s acquisition.

Spain edge out Puerto Rico, Argentina thrash Germany.

Local federation confirms IAAF’s invitation for Pakistan.

Pakistan beat NZ; India thrash PNG; former champions clash in the knockouts on Monday.

Qureshi was convicted of various acts of corruption, breach of discipline and violation of the code of conduct.

Australian survives scare to reach third round.

Al Haaj failed to get going as Irfan kept them under pressure and were bundled out for 107 in 18.5 overs.

Board says decision will be taken after 3rd Test against South Africa.

Afghanistan humble Scotland but end 3rd in Group B.

Federation wants youngsters to be ‘serious contenders’.

Pakistan hockey captain says country should keep realistic expectations.

Pakistan sit 14th after the end of the 13th round.