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Kamran shines for Pakistan

Kamran Akmal struck a superb unbeaten 92 as Pakistan chased down an imposing target of 186 to beat rivals India by five wickets in Monday’s World Twenty20 warm-up match at Colombo.

Luke looks to Wright the wrongs

Luke Wright is determined to prove he is a much-improved player as he seeks to help England defend their World Twenty20 title.

Buttler expecting to kick on

Jos Buttler is ready to make a name for himself at the World Twenty20 after silencing his own doubts by delivering the goods for England.

Dad knows best - Broad

Stuart Broad is grateful for the last-minute wisdom, and goodwill, he received en route to Sri Lanka for England’s defence of their World Twenty20 title.

Australia stuff Kiwis in warm-up

Australia crushed New Zealand by 56 runs in a warm-up for the World Twenty20 at Colombo, while India edged out hosts Sri Lanka.

Broad: We can win again

A bullish Stuart Broad has stated his belief that an England squad of “frightening” ability can defend their World Twenty20 crown.

Buttler profits from words of wisdom

Dominic Farrell

England batsman Jos Buttler revealed some encouraging words from county captain Marcus Trescothick offered inspiration ahead of his match-winning efforts against South Africa at Edgbaston.

England back at T20 summit

England will begin their World Twenty20 defence as the number-one ranked team in the shortest format.

Sri Lanka saunter to warm-up win

Sri Lanka defeated West Indies by nine wickets in their World Twenty20 warm-up match at Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo. Ireland also ran out comfortable victors against Zimbabwe.

Wright expects World T20 test

Liam Blackburn

Winning the World Twenty20 two years ago was an unforgettable moment for Luke Wright, but the England all-rounder says he is relishing the challenge of retaining the sprint format crown even more.