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Mathews injury worry for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews is a doubt for the Test series against England after being sent home from the Asia Cup with a calf injury.
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Bopara has a point to prove
Ravi Bopara believes he can “do something special” for England if he gets the nod to face Sri Lanka in the upcoming two-Test series.
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Patel relishing fresh challenge
Samit Patel admits he is eager to prove his worth as a Test player after being selected for the tour of Sri Lanka. "I'm very excited to show everyone what I can really do," said the Nottinghamshire all-rounder.
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Gooch backs batsmen to deliver
England’s batsmen are ready to put their struggles in the United Arab Emirates behind them with an improved showing in Sri Lanka, according to their mentor Graham Gooch.
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Spin options key for Flower
Chris Devine
The presence of James Tredwell and Samit Patel ensures England are fully prepared for all eventualities in Sri Lanka, according to Andy Flower.
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Flower positive on England prospects
Chris Devine
Team director Andy Flower believes England can draw benefits from their chastening experiences in the United Arab Emirates as they look to bounce back in a two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
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England aim to improve SL record
Chris Devine
Andrew Strauss’ England face the challenge of winning their first Test in Sri Lanka for more than a decade when they begin their latest five-day assignment on March 26.
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Broad views significance of Sri Lanka
Rob Barnett
England’s overall success in 2012 may well depend on how they fare on two trips to Sri Lanka. Stuart Broad will be vital to their hopes in the Test series and will lead them in the World Twenty20.
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Tredwell not surprised by recall
Rob Barnett
James Tredwell knew he was in England’s plans for a winter that featured three tours to the spinning pitches of Asia. Having missed out on trips to India and the UAE, he is now going to Sri Lanka.
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Flower backs Morgan to bounce back
England team director Andy Flower has left the door open for Eoin Morgan to regain his Test place after being omitted from squad to face Sri Lanka.
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