Cricket News

England lose five wickets for 18 runs against a SA Invitational XI attack of barely first-class standard

James Taylor has warned England they cannot allow another batting collapse to mar their preparation for the Test series against South Africa.

Sir Ian Botham brought his epic eight-day charity walk across South Africa to a close in Pretoria.

With only eight days until Christmas, watch the spell that defined the Ashes summer - Stuart Broad's stunning 8-15 at Trent Bridge.

Skipper Mike Hussey struck an unbeaten 80 to lead Sydney Thunder to their first win over Sydney Sixers in eight attempts, in the opening match of Big Bash League 05.

New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson has no concerns about playing with a suspected broken finger in the second Test against Sri Lanka.

Over-by-over commentary of the first match of Big Bash League 05 - watch live on Sky Sports 1 HD.

Overhaul of the Government's strategy on boosting participation part of attempt to combat England's inactivity epidemic