Cricket

The day could hardly have gone more smoothly for Alastair Cook as England moved one step closer to a major achievement that has eluded them for so long

Zaka Ashraf's suspension has left the PCB with no one to sign off on key decisions, including the MoU with the West Indies board for Pakistan's Caribbean tour

Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore has said that national team will be reviewed keeping in mind the 2015 World Cup after their dismal performance in the ICC Champions Trophy in England.

New Zealand coach Mike Hesson has admitted concern over injured veteran Daniel Vettori and said there were some serious medical discussions to be had over his future.

An impressive bowling performance powered England to the Champions Trophy summit clash as the hosts thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the first semifinal on Wednesday.

In his final act as South Africa coach, Gary Kirsten did not shy away from the team's uncomfortable history of failing at pressure stages in major events, admitting they "choked" against England

Captain Alastair Cook says it will be a childhood dream come true when England appear in the Champions Trophy final.

South Africa's effort with the bat, and some curious decisions for the batting order, was neither amusing nor intelligent, and made people swear

Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews has underscored the spunk in Sri Lanka's Champions Trophy campaign, and marked their spirit a vital asset as they attempt to topple India, who have been the form team of the competition

England booked their place in the ICC Champions Trophy final by demolishing an outclassed South Africa at The Oval. James Anderson did the early damage, with James Tredwell and then Stuart Broad taking over as South Africa were bowled out for 175. Jonathan Trott then led England's successful run chase and finished unbeaten on 82 as they won with 75 balls to spare.