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Gibson envies England's green pastures

Rob Barnett

England’s cricket set-up is “the envy of the world”, according Ottis Gibson - West Indies' head coach who was once part of it and is now having to deal with the consequences of what he helped to create.

Warner revels in opportunity to adapt

Callum Dent

David Warner believes matches against Leicestershire and Ireland will help Australia acclimatise to the conditions they are set to face in the NatWest Series against England.

Australia off to perfect start

Callum Dent

David Warner and Clint McKay excelled as Australia got their tour of England under way with a convincing 102-run Duckworth/Lewis victory over Leicestershire in a rain-affected match at Grace Road.

Bell ready to go steady with Cook

Ian Bell is hoping his 'new' opening partnership with Alastair Cook can serve England’s one-day team handsomely for years to come.

Hussey predicts fierce contest

David Hussey is anticipating a hard-fought battle when Australia take on England in five NatWest Series one-day internationals. "We will have to be at our best," said the experienced middle-order batsman.

Watson hails brilliant Bell

Shane Watson is far from surprised by Ian Bell’s recent resurgence in the one-day arena and has labelled the England batsman a "world-class player".

England to rest bowling trio

Tim Bresnan, Stuart Broad and Graeme Swann will be rested for the final NatWest Series ODI against West Indies at Headingley Carnegie. Stuart Meaker and James Tredwell have been added to England's squad.

Cook hails response to Maynard tragedy

Callum Dent

Alastair Cook was pleased with the way his side reacted in the second NatWest Series one-day international against West Indies at the Kia Oval following the tragic death of Tom Maynard.

Cook leads England to series success

Callum Dent

Alastair Cook scored an immaculate century as England comfortably secured the NatWest Series with an eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the second one-day international at the Kia Oval.

Clarke ready for England battle

Australia have arrived in England without Ricky Ponting for the first time in a generation - but are no less determined to beat the hosts.