Akhtar to fly to Australia for knee treatment

Karachi:Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar said he will fly to Australia next week to see a specialist after being diagnosed with a degenerative disease in his left knee.

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India, Pak cricket teams get UN honour IYSPE'05

United Nations:The United Nations has appointed the national cricket teams of India and Pakistanspokespersons for the International Year of Sport and Physical Education (IYSPE 2005).

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Lord's turf isn't sacrosanct for Australian quarantine

Sydney: One plucky cricket fan aptly demonstrated just how obsessive the tribe can be after quarantine officials said on Friday they had unearthed parcels containing turf from Lord's cricket ground destined for two Sydney homes.

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England-bound Indian team insured for $ 250,000

Mumbai: The England-bound Indian cricket team has been insured for $ 250,000 under an overseas medical claim on its 83-day tour starting from June 18.

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