Denly was 'fully prepared' for World Cup snub
England batsman Joe Denly has refused to sulk after being omitted from England’s 2019 World Cup campaign.
Preview: England vs Proteas
Both England and Proteas will arrive at the Oval under pressure to win the opening match of the World Cup on Thursday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Gibson positive despite Steyn setback
Proteas coach Ottis Gibson is prepared for what England’s powerful batting lineup has to offer in Thursday’s World Cup opener at the Oval even if he can’t call on Dale Steyn, writes DANIEL GALLAN in London.
India bank on wrist spin... and twin tons
India’s 95-run victory over Bangladesh in Tuesday’s warm-up fixture at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff highlighted the threat of wrist spin at this year’s World Cup.
West Indies go big in win over Kiwis
The West Indies reiterated expectation that the 2019 World Cup will produce plenty of high scores by posting 421 all out in Tuesday’s 91-run warm-up fixture win over New Zealand in Bristol.
Gibson on England gig: I'm happy to be linked with any job
Proteas head coach Ottis Gibson hasn’t necessarily downplayed suggestion of a third stint with England.
Rashid backs England to chase 400-plus
All-rounder Adil Rashid has reiterated England’s willingness to pursue large targets during the 2019 World Cup in the United Kingdom.
Raina names India's most important player
Batsman Suresh Raina has highlighted the importance of all-rounder Hardik Pandya to India’s 2019 World Cup campaign.
Steyn ruled out of World Cup opener
South Africa will be without fast bowler Dale Steyn for Thursday’s World Cup opening fixture against England at The Oval in London.
Three Proteas named in Emerging squad
T20I opening batsman Janneman Malan, wicketkeeper-batsman Sinethemba Qeshile and fast bowler Lutho Sipamla have been named in South Africa’s Emerging squad for June and July’s series against Sri Lanka in Pretoria and Potchefstroom.
England or SA? KP confirms his support
Born in South Africa and a star batsman in England, Kevin Pietersen has explained his decision to back only one side at the World Cup 2019.
Why Thursday matters so much
Whoever loses the Cricket World Cup opening match are going to have to make history if they are going to go on and win the tournament, writes GARY LEMKE.
Kallis: SA the dark horse of this World Cup
Former all-rounder Jacques Kallis has reiterated that not being among the favourites to win the title should improve South Africa’s chances at this year’s World Cup.
Palframan: I enjoyed pinch-hitting
Former wicketkeeper-batsman Steven Palframan recalls the popularity of pinch-hitting in 1996, working alongside captain Hansie Cronje and coach Bob Woolmer – and playing cricket in Pakistan, writes JONHENRY WILSON.
Morgan praises Roy's 'aggressive, authoritative way'
Captain Eoin Morgan has asserted that England will be buoyed by the fine form displayed by opening batsman Jason Roy, going into Thursday’s World Cup opening fixture against South Africa at The Oval in London.
