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The Ashes 2013-14

Kevin Pietersen’s presence crucial for England in the Ashes: Andrew Strauss

Former England captain Andrew Strauss said on Friday it was important for the side's Ashes prospects that star batsman Kevin Pietersen regained full fitness.

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Hugh Morris talks about important summer ahead for England

The England cricket team’s managing director Hugh Morris has an important message for the fans. He talks about the busy summer ahead for England.   England will first host New Zealand. Then they host Australia before touring Down Under in back-to-back Ashes series. England will look to bounce back after a disappointing tour of New...

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Jonny Bairstow looking forward to long summer with England

England batsman Jonny Bairstow talks about his performance in the 2012 Lord’s Test against South Africa.   He scored 95 in the first innings and 54 in the second against fast bowlers Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel. He also talks about a big summer ahead for the England team.   England will look to bounce...

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Michael Clarke hopes Shane Watson will be fit to bowl in Ashes

Australia captain Michael Clarke is confident all-rounder Shane Watson will be fit to become another bowling option during the upcoming Ashes in England.

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Michael Clarke confident ahead of upcoming back-to-back Ashes series

Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke said on Wednesday he was confident his troublesome back would not prevent him from leading Australia in the two Ashes series against England this year.

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Cricket Australia and Channel Nine enter dispute over domestic cricket coverage

Australia's Ten Network television has offered Cricket Australia Aus$500 million (US$505 million) in cash for coverage rights over the next five years, reports said Friday.

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England to play warm-up match in Alice Springs ahead of Ashes in Australia

Australia's red centre Alice Springs will host England on their Ashes tour this year, with a two-day match  announced Tuesday at Traeger Park against a Chairman's XI.

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Shane Watson defends IPL, says it has has lot to offer

For Mark Taylor, IPL is a distraction for young players but his compatriot Shane Watson says the league has something unique to offer as the youngsters get to rub shoulders with legends of the game which helps them learn not only about the game but also life.

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Ashes will be ‘stretched to limit’, warns Wisden Almanack

The 150th edition of Wisden Cricketers' Almanack published on Wednesday warned that the Ashes will be "stretched to their limit" as a result of numerous upcoming series between England and Australia.

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Ashes ‘magic will be lost’ after back-to-back series: Wisden

The 150th edition of Wisden Cricketers' Almanack published on Wednesday warned that the Ashes will be "stretched to their limit" as a result of numerous upcoming series between England and Australia.

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