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Coulter-Nile and Marsh earn CT spots

Australia have named a largely experienced squad for next month's Champions Trophy, but there are places for Nathan Coulter-Nile and Mitchell Marsh.

Afridi and Umar miss out for Pakistan

Shahid Afridi and Umar Akmal were the most notable absentees as Pakistan confirmed their 15-man squad for June's Champions Trophy.

Bad break for Kieswetter

Somerset have confirmed wicketkeeper Craig Kieswetter has fractured his right thumb and faces a lay-off of up to six weeks.

Pietersen to miss Champions Trophy

Kevin Pietersen has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy following a repeat MRI scan on his right knee.

ECB provides tickets for troops

The England and Wales Cricket Board is giving over 1,500 free tickets to Tickets for Troops for matches in the ICC Champions Trophy 2013.

Tickets available for huge CT meetings

Further tickets for England’s Champions Trophy clash with Australia - and India's versus Pakistan - are now on sale.

We must remain focussed - Cook

Chris Devine

Alastair Cook is aware England cannot allow themselves to be distracted by future challenges as they prepare for a hectic 2013.

India omit experienced trio

Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh and Zaheer Khan have been left out of India’s provisional 30-man Champions Trophy squad, which contains seven uncapped players.

Ambitious Cook sets sights high

Speaking at the launch of NatWest Cricket Force 2013, Alastair Cook outlined his desire to lead England on an unprecedented surge to glory.

England call was unexpected - Wright

Chris Devine

Chris Wright admits his call-up to England's provisional 30-man squad for the Champions Trophy came as a pleasant surprise.