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Lords CC win indoor tournament in Austria
The inaugural Graz indoor tournament was won by Lords CC from Vienna.
Joe Scuderi
An interview with the former South Australia, Lancashire and Italy player who is now the Italian national coach.
Austria CC retain Tegernsee title
Austria CC retained their title in the 8th annual indoor tournament held in Tegernsee, in the Bavarian Alps.
Rheindahlen Crusaders open with a win
Rheindahlen Crusaders got off to a winning start, thanks to a marvellous 148 by Billy Williams, in the game against Mülheim CC.
Uganda names Kenya tour squad
UCA has named a 22-man squad ahead of the Kenya tour scheduled for May 28 to June 4.
Malaysia to host 2008 Under 19 World Cup
Malaysia will become the first Associate Member country to host the tournament, followed by Kenya, Canada and UAE.
Scotland and Netherlands to host top events
Netherlands will host 2010 World Cricket League; Scotland gets 2013 ICC Trophy.
Gütersloh routed by rampant Rheindahlen
What a day, what a match, where records tumbled and runs came more freely than the rain that came from the sky Rheindahlen Crusaders set out their stall for the rest of the season.
British Army (Germany) in the Netherlands
The British Army (Germany) team took on Dutch Second Division team Heerlen and won convincingly having benefited from new nets facilities.
Afghanistan to tour UK
The Afghanistan national team will make its first tour of the United Kingdom in June.
Better prepared Argentines return to Americas top flight
Argentina was undefeated in winning the Americas WCL Division Two tournament in Buenos Aires.
Zagreb CC beat Ljubljana CC in low-scoring contest
Ljubljana CC welcomed Zagreb CC to their Valburga ground for a match between the two sides. Zagreb won a low-scoring game by 2 wickets.
Canada coach looks to overseas trio for Trinidad tri-series
The Canadian squad leaves for Trinidad to participate in a triangular ODI series with Zimbabwe and Bermuda.
Tornado eye fourth Uganda title
The fifth Castle Lager League began on May 7 with Tornado aiming for their fourth title.
Davison confident Canada can topple Zimbabwe
Canada captain John Davison talks about his team's chances ahead of the Tri-Series against Zimbabwe and Bermuda.
May 13 - unlucky for some
NRWCU and BA(G) took each other on in the first of three games planned during this season.
Austrian Open League – Week 1
The first weekend of the new Austrian Open League season saw all three non-Viennese teams in action.
Bermuda set to play first-ever ODIs
Bermuda and Canada step forward for Trinidad tri-series against Zimbabwe.
Associates could be a World Cup "turn-off"
Former England player Mark Butcher says the participation of Associate nations in the World Cup could turn the global viewing public away from the tournament.
Canada crushed by Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe easily defeated Canada by 143 runs in the opening game of the Tri-Series in Port of Spain.
ECB launches broadband TV channel
European cricket fans can now watch live international cricket from the UK.
Bermuda reach Tri-Series Final
Bermuda recover to defeat Canada and reach the Tri-Series final.
Bermuda no match for Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe defeated Bermuda by 194 runs in the final group game of the Tri-Series in Trinidad.
Zimbabwe clinch Tri-Series
Zimbabwe defeated Bermuda by 83 runs in the final in Trinidad to take the Tri-Series title.
Nigeria forfeit gives Ghana West African titles
Ghana has won a controversial 2006 West African Championships after winning the final match against Nigeria by forfeit.
Uganda's Bibodi retires from national duty
Nehal Bibodi, Uganda’s opening batsman, has finally called it quits from the national team after 13 years of service.
Canadian coach calls for calm
Canada’s batsmen need to become more patient at the crease and learn to build an innings, says coach Andy Pick after last week’s triangular one-day international series in Trinidad.
Austrian Open League - Week 2
Victories for Lords CC, Vienna CC and CC Velden 91 in the second week of the Austrian Open League season.
Successful Thai cricket season concludes
The 2005-2006 Thai cricket season came to an end with the three division finals being completed. Cricket Association of Thailand's Peter Goodchap reports.
Indonesia possible starter for ACC Trophy
Indonesia may join Myanmar as ACC Trophy debutantes at this year's event in Malaysia after being tentatively named in Group D of the Asian championship of non-Test countries to be held from August 12-31.
Hansa claim first German championship
Hansa CC from Hamburg claim their first German Championship after victory over Wiesbaden CC.
Austrian Open League - Week 3
Two wins for United Nations on their Velden tour, a win for Pakistan Falken and the first rained off league game.
Bermuda start tour with defeat
Bermuda began their short tour of the UK with a seven wickets defeat at the hands of Sussex II.
NRWCU give Germany a good work out
The North Rhine Westfalia state side gave the German national team a run for their money
Austrian Open League - Week 4
Two wins for Vienna Lions CC, 193 for Amir Naeem and 5-37 for Ananda Sarathkumara and some encouraging performances from Austria CC Wien's youngsters.
Cricket in Nepal
Tim Brooks looks at the Himalayan kingdom whose cricketing profile has been increasing rapidly in recent years.
NRW clinch series against BA(G)
Wraye Wenigmann reports on the second of three matches between the NRW Select XI and BA(G).
Brazilian domestic season opens
The 2006 Brazilian domestic season kicked off on June 10-11 with Paraná hosting two matches against São Paulo.
Moscow season under way; St.Petersburg folds
Six teams are competing in this year's edition of Moscow's local United Cricket League.
Cooks finish on a high
Cook Islands defeated Japan by 26 runs in the final match of the EAP Cricket Trophy to record their first win.
NRW Minister plays it straight
Nord Rhein Westfalen's Interior and Sports Minister visits the German Under 19 squad in Mönchengladbach.
Toronto to host a month of top cricket
August will see Intercontinental Cup action, an ODI Tri-series and the Americas Championship hosted in Toronto.
ACC Trophy: Nepal to play practice matches in Karachi
Nepal will finalise its ACC Trophy preparations with a three match visit to Karachi early next month.
Stanford gives opportunities to Americas Associates
The Texan millionaire's 20/20 tournament provides finance and playing experience for Bermuda, Caymans and Bahamas.
Maldives captain in form ahead of ACC Trophy
In a positive sign for the Maldives, inspirational captain Kaleem has hit three successive centuries ahead of the team's departure for its ACC Trophy preparatory tour of Sri Lanka on August 4.
Austria takes on Czech Republic
The Austrian national team defeated Czech Republic in two matches in Vienna - although both sides profited from playing full international matches.
Million dollars for Ontario cricket
The Ontario provincial government has pledged 1 million dollars to the Ontario Cricket Association.
Sporting Alfas reach Costa Blanca final
Sporting Alfas clinched the northern section of the Costa Blanca league in Spain.
Bermuda player reported for bowling action
Bermuda left-arm spinner Hasan Durham has been reported for a potentially flawed bowling action following the ODI against Canada in Toronto.
Domestic trouble in Bermuda
Despite Bermuda's sucess internationally, all is not rosy in the domestic game.
Bermuda women lose first match
Bermuda's women team lose their first match against Canada.
Canadian women fall to Bermuda
Bermuda will compete in the world cup qualifying tournament.
TDCA ready for big playoff weekend
The breakdown for Premier and First divisions
Championship weekend across Canada
Championships will be decided this weekend in Calgary, Vancouver, and Toronto
Papua New Guinea clean sweep EAP Women’s Challenge
Papua New Guinea managed a clean sweep of the 2006 East Asia Pacific Women’s Cricket Challenge by chasing down Japan's 156 with 7 wickets in hand.
USA claim rain-ravaged Under 15 Championship
In an Americas Under 15 Championship affected by tropical storm Ernesto, the USA snatched the title on the final day.
Championship fever from coast to coast
Exciting matches mark the final weekend of Premier League play
Ontario's champions to duke it out
The champions of all Ontario's major premier leagues will compete in the inaugural Ontario Club Championship.
Bermuda women through to World Cup qualifier
Bermuda's womens team have marked their international debut with a 2-1 series win over Canada.
Hong Kong women out of World Cup running
The Hong Kong women's team are out of qualification for the women's World Cup after a 3-0 series loss to Pakistan.
Singapore beat Hong Kong in ACC Premier League
Singapore have beaten a weakened Hong Kong by 158 runs in the ACC Premier League.
National Sports Centre ground improving
A high-level match has been played on a grass wicket at Bermuda's National Sports Centre for the first time in two years.
Canterbury CC into Ontario finals
Ottawa Valley Cricket Council champ wins two games on the weekend to qualify.
Four Bermuda players at ICC winter training camp
Four players from Bermuda are attending the ICC's high performance centre for a winter training camp.
Two tours, four countries
The MCC have set off on two separate tours, one to China and Hong Kong, and another to Botswana and Zambia.
Mpingwe win Malawi tournament
Mpingwe Kips have won the Victoria Forex cricket tournament in Malawi.
USA team to play Jamaica Cricket Board XI
A United States Invitational XI is set to take on the Jamaican Cricket Board XI in a Twenty20 match at the new Trelawny Stadium on Saturday.
From Skegness to Italy
Club cricketer Antonio Santini could soon be swapping the beaches of Skegness for those of Italy.
Guernsey to tour Canada?
After the disappointment of a fifth place finish in the European Championship 2nd Division, Guernsey are looking at the possibility of visiting Toronto for matches next year.
New executive committee for Nepal
Nepal's National Sports Council have appointed a new executive committee for the Cricket Association of Nepal.
Bermuda players boycott training
Members of the Bermuda team have boycotted a training session due to a contract dispute.
Twenty20 kicks off Bahrain season
The Bahrain domestic season kicks off with a Twenty20 tournament today.
Japan to host charity match
A charity match featuring some top former players is taking place in Yokohama on Sunday.
Ontario CA Championship final set
Young Malton upset Yorkshire on Saturday to advance to the final.
MCC draw first blood, but Botswana come back strongly
The MCC have finished the Botswana leg of their African tour, and it has been a close series.
Young Malton are Ontario Champions
Etobicoke & District champs dominate and beat Canterbury by 135 runs.
Chinese women in unsuccessful debut
China's women have made their international debut in a sixes match against Scotland in Shanghai.
New coach for Belgium
The Belgian Cricket Federation have appointed Fazil Mahmoud as their new head coach.
Major reforms for Malaysian cricket
The Malaysian Cricket Association has revealed a proposal that will see major reforms to domestic cricket in the country.
China in 2015 World Cup?
ICC Chief Executive Malcolm Speed has said that China could qualify for the 2015 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Successful tour for Isle Of Man
The Isle Of Man have finished with a 3/1 win/loss record on their Spanish tour, including winning both games against the Spanish national side.
Contract dispute nearing an end?
The contract dispute in Bermuda looks to be coming to an end.
Namibia off to winning start
Namibia have made a winning start to their campaign in the South African provincial challenge against Limpopo
Bermuda name squad for African trip
David Hemp is set to make his debut for Bermuda on their trip to Kenya and South Africa next month.
Indonesia to increase potential
Sachin Gopalan, the chairman of Cricket Indonesia has been setting out his vision for cricket in the country
Namibia thrash Limpopo
Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu has made his debut for Namibia as they beat Limpopo by 168 runs in Windhoek.
Hong Kong and Nepal name squads
Hong Kong and Nepal have named their squads for the ACC Premier League match starting on Friday.
MCC unbeaten on Chinese tour
The MCC have remained unbeaten on their tour to China and Hong Kong.
Myanmar gets its own ground
The Myanmar Cricket Federation has adopted a ground in Yangon dedicated to cricket.
Players seek legal advice
Hopes that the contract dispute in Bermuda could be coming to an end have taken a blow with news that several players are seeking legal advice.
Durham's action cleared
Bermuda bowler Hasan Durham has had his action cleared by the ICC
MCC unbeaten on Zambia tour
After a close series against Botswana, the MCC were more successful when they visited Zambia on their African tour.
Canada announce squad for South Africa
Three unavailable regulars will make life tough for Canada on the tour.
George O'Brien's contract terminated
Pace bowler George O'Brien has been released from his contract with the Bermuda Cricket Board due to a lack of commitment.
Nepal lay out priorities
The new president of the Cricket Association of Nepal has revealed his immediate priorities.
EAP Squad for Centre of Excellence announced
The 25-man Squad for the East Asia – Pacific (EAP) Squad Camp at the Commonwealth Bank Centre of Excellence (CBCE) in Brisbane from 6-17 November was announced in Melbourne today.
Czech kids learn cricket
Pupils from a school in the Czech Republic have been learning cricket as part of a school exchange programme.
Government to get involved in contract dispute
The Bermudian government is to step in to help deal with the ongoing contract dispute in the country
Nepal complete big win
In their ACC Premier League match against Hong Kong, Nepal have won by 165 runs.
Hong Kong name sixes squad
Hong Kong have named their squad for the Hong Kong Sixes tournament at Kowloon Cricket Club on the 11th and 12th of November.
Nepal thrash Hong Kong
Report and photos from Nepal's maiden 3-day victory over Hong Kong in the ACC Premier League.
Legends to play in Toronto
Pakistan and India Legends will play a 50-over match at Rogers Centre in Toronto on 3 March.
Bahamas Twenty20 champions crowned
The Dockendale Titans have beaten Scotia Bank Paradise to win the inaugural Bahamas Twenty20 competition.
It's a family affair
It was a family affair at the Bermuda Board's awards ceremony as a father/son combination walked off with two top prizes.
Kemco Select win Qatar Twenty20 tournament
Kenco Select have beaten Pallonji in a close final match of the VIP - Voltas Cricket Cup.
More trouble in Bermuda
Bermuda national team player Lionel Cann has met with the Bermuda Cricket Board over allegations of dishonesty.
ICC U15 Cricket 8's Tournament in Suva, Fiji
The International Cricket Council (ICC) East Asia - Pacific (EAP) region has today confirmed dates and key preparations for the second EAP U/15 Cricket 8's tournament in January 2007.
A stronger Hong Kong
Hong Kong have selected a stronger squad for their next ACC Premier League game.
BCB silent over contract talks
The Bermuda Board is still refusing to comment on the ongoing contractual wrangling.
Veteran in bid to rejoin national team
Charlie Marshall, 45, wants to settle his differences with the Bermuda Cricket Board.
Bermuda Masters win Antigua title
Bermuda defeated Canada in the final of the Antigua Independence 20/20 Cricket Festival.
Namibian League roundup
Wanderers and Oshakati are now the only undefeated sides after three rounds in the Namibian Premier League.
Bermuda players become Associates top earners
The Bermuda Board agrees to pay its players' work salaries and a bonus package worth up to $US 20,000 each.
Now it’s time for results
Bermuda coach Gus Logie expects his players to perform in Africa following their pay deal.
Bermudians arrive in Kenya
A preview of Bermuda's demanding five week African tour.
Nepal looks to spoil UAE applecart
A preview of Nepal's three day ACC Premier League match which begins on Saturday.
Cyprus season comes to a climax
The Cyprus season is coming to an end in a year that has seen the national team enter international cricket for the first time.
Chinese cricketers coached by Rashid Kahn
Former Pakistan fast bowler Rashid Khan is to provide coaching to young Chinese cricketers as they build up to their first tournament.
World Cup gives Hemp new lease of life
Glamorgan captain makes his debut for Bermuda on Sunday.
ICC Board punish Greeks for fielding ineligible players
Following yesterday's ICC Executive Board meeting, Greece has been suspended from all funding support from the ICC Europe Regional Development Program for a period of 12 months and relegated to Europe Division 4.
Rain denies Hong Kong
Rain has denied Hong Kong of a much needed victory in the ACC Premier League.
Namibia continue fine form
Namibia continued their success against Limpopo with a win in a three day game against Free State, and a close defeat in the one day game.
Focus on one-dayers after wash-out draw
Bermuda's attention now turns to the one day series against Kenya in Mombasa.
Vanuatu to host EAP Under 19 World Cup qualifiers
The ICC have announced that Vanuatu will host the East-Asia/Pacific qualifier for the 2008 Under 19 World Cup.
Channel Islands to host first tournaments
Jersey is set to host the European Under 19 tournament, whilst Guernsey will host the inaugural European Under 23 second division championship.
Big boost for USA
One-day internationals could be played in the USA for the first time as a result of a multi-million dollar commercial deal by the USACA.
Successful sixes tournament for Hong Kong
Hong Kong have finished 5th in the Hong Kong Sixes tournament, beating England in the 5th place play off.
Bermuda lose one-day opener in Mombasa
Bermuda contrived to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in their opening one-day international against Kenya.
Nepal defeat Singapore by 205 runs
Nepal moved to the top of the ACC Premier League table with a resounding win over Singapore.
Kenya clinch series
Bermuda slumped to their second successive defeat in the one-day series against Kenya.
Team's attitude must get better
Bermuda coach Gus Logie believes his men need to take a leaf out of the Kenyans' book.
Two more wins for Namibia
Namibia have continued their excellent run of form in South African provincial cricket with two wins over Mpumalanga.
Tikolo ton condemns Bermuda to crushing defeat
A lacklustre Bermuda suffered the ignominy of a series whitewash in Mombasa after losing the final ODI by a crushing 104 runs.
Bermuda Masters seek more success
They’ve already conquered the Caribbean. And now Bermuda Masters cricket team have set their sights on South America and the UK.
Cann called up by Bermuda
Bermuda have added big hitter Lionel Cann to their squad for the South African leg of their tour.
Guernsey announces link with Sussex
The Guernsey Cricket Board has announced a partnership with reigning county champions Sussex.
Chiang Mai win first match
Chiang Mai have won the first match in the Thailand Under 16 Cup by 11 runs
Under 16 Tournament in Thailand
An Under 16 tournament starts today in Thailand.
Hapless Cann injured again
All-rounder Lionel Cann is on crutches as he struggles to be fit for Bermuda's Intercontinental Cup match against the Netherlands.
Bowlers dominate in second match
The bowlers dominated in the second match of the Thailand Under-16 Cup as Bangkok beat Khon Kaen.
Smith ponders an opening role
Bermuda skipper Clay Smith is considering a move up the order to help give Bermuda more solid start to their innings.
Recovering Pearman throws his support behind national team
Recovering Bermuda Cricket Board president Reginald Pearman yesterday expressed his disappointment over the three decisive defeats Bermuda suffered at the hands of Kenya in recent one day internationals in the African nation.
Bangkok win tournament
Bangkok have won the Thailand Under-16 Cup after a comprehensive win over Chiang Mai.
Win and a loss for Namibia
Namibia lost the three day game against Gauteng but the one-day game turned into a last ball thriller.
Bascome: ‘We have to get tuned in’
Bermuda assistant coach Herbie Bascome has been interviewed by the Royal Gazette.
EAP cruise to convincing victory
The East Asia - Pacific (EAP) squad team today cruised to a convincing victory over an Australian Sports Gateway (ASG) representative team.
Another World Cup to qualify for
Bermuda's cricketers offered substantial bonuses to qualify for next year's Twenty20 World Championship.
Namibia triumph in topsy-turvy game
Namibia have beaten Griqualand West in their last three day South African provincial match for two months in a real roller-coaster of a match.
Hemp makes first double century
David Hemp has shown what he can do for Bermuda with his first double century.
AJ Burger leads Namiba to big win
An excellent 131 from AJ Burger has led Namibia to a fine 107 run victory of Griqualand West.
Bermuda lose to Canada
Bermuda's lack of bowling depth again cost them dearly as they suffered their fourth straight one-day defeat of the current African tour against Canada.
Draw puts Nepal in Final
Nepal booked a spot in the final of the ACC Premier League with a draw against Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur.
Canada beat the streak
Win first ODI after 12 losses and split the first two matches in the tri-series.
Dutch hammer Bermuda
Bermuda’s poor one-day form continued today in Potchefstroom with an eight wicket defeat at the hands of the Netherlands.
Leverock and Smith reprimanded
Duane Leverock and Clay Smith have been reprimanded for dissent during the Intercontinental Cup game against the Netherlands.
Bermuda beaten again in ODI
Bermuda recorded their 5th straight ODI defeat as their injury count mounted.
Spectacular conclusion in Benoni
The Netherlands defeat Canada by one wicket in the final over.
2006 EAP Squad Camp Highlights
The EAP squad recently converged on Brisbane for a two-week intensive camp at the world-renowned Commonwealth Bank Centre of Excellence (CBCE).
Tatsuro Chino making waves in the world of cricket
Japanese wicket-keeper/batsman Tatsuro Chino may be small in stature but he is making a big splash in EAP cricket circles.
Bermuda crush Dutch in tour finale
In a stunning reversal of form, Bermuda crushed ICC Tri-Series champions Holland by six wickets in their final tour match at Willowmoore Park in Benoni today.
'Shocking'
Coach Gus Logie threatens to shake up Bermuda's World Cup squad following the team’s sixth straight ODI defeat.
Bermuda need to get basics right
ICC high-performance manager says Bermuda need to follow basic cricketing disciplines for the World Cup.
Zimbabwe and Tanzania win on opening day
Zimbabwe and Tanzania women both gained wins in their first-ever internationals in today's Africa World Cup qualifiers.
Gibbons: "stop rot before World Cup"
Former Bermuda player claims "unwise decision making, lack of vision and self-driven ambitions undermine Bermuda’s World Cup preparations".
Tanzania and Zimbabwe in final day decider
Tanzania and Zimbabwe set up a final day decider in the Women's World Cup African qualifiers.
Zimbabwe through to next stage
Zimbabwe are through to the next stage of Women's World Cup qualification after an 82 run victory over Tanzania.
Bermuda - year in review
2006 has been Bermuda's highest profile year in its cricketing history. A look back over the year and ahead to 2007.
Parfitt calls for shake-up
Former Bermuda and Scotland international Clarence Parfitt has called for a major shake up of the Bermuda side for the new year.
ACC Under 15 Challenge: Day One report
China winning their first representative match, Qatar scoring at ten an over and an individual innings of 221 are the highlights of day one in Thailand.
World Cup squad finalised
Bermuda's World Cup squad has been finalised, but no official announcement has been made.
Oman Under-15s score 582 in Thailand
Day Three of the ACC Under-15 Challenge tournament in Thailand has been highlighted by a record-breaking innings by Oman.
ACC Under 15 Challenge: Day Two report
The hosts winning their first game and another big innings from Tamoor Samjad are the highlights of day two in Thailand.
ACC Under 15 Challenge: Day Four report
Bhutan and Iran are triumphant on the fourth day of play in Thailand.
ACC Under 15 Challenge: Day Five report
The semi final teams are confirmed on Day Five in Thailand.
Canada name WCL squad
Canadian squad named for the World Cricket League Division 1 Tournament in Kenya.
Maldives secure fifth place
Maldives Under-15s have secured 5th place in the ACC Under-15 Challenge tournament in Thailand after beating Saudi Arabia.
Selectors keep us guessing
Bermuda's selectors have named a training squad, but have postponed naming their final World Cup squad until the New Year.
Logie calls for lowering of public’s expectations
Bermuda coach Gus Logie has called for the public to lower their expectations.
Clay happy to give way to Romaine
Gives his replacement his full support despite his disappointment at being replaced as Bermuda captain.
Bhutan to play Oman in final
Bhutan will play Oman in the final of the ACC Under 15 Challenge tournament after two very different semi finals in Bangkok.
Thailand secure 3rd place
Hosts Thailand have secured 3rd place in the ACC Under-15 Challenge Tournament.
Oman breeze through final
Oman have beaten Bhutan in the final of the ACC Under-15 Challenge tournament.
Breakaway in Oman
A group of Omani cricketers are attempting to form a breakaway group.
Uganda to tour Kenya
Uganda's national team will start their 2007 with a tour of Kenya.
Bermuda on Trinidad training tour
Bermuda are set to play top Trinidad club sides on their tour in the new year.
Canadians on WCL bonuses
Canada's players will each receive US$5,000 for finishing in the top two in Nairobi.
Leverock named Bermuda sports personality of the year
Bermuda Sun selects Dwayne Leverock as its male sports personality of 2006.

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