Sri Lanka captain ruled out of England Test series

Colombo:Sri Lanka suffered a severe setback ahead of their England tour when captain Marvan Atapattu was sidelined with a recurring back injury, an official said.

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Concussion mars Justin Langer's 100th Test

Johannesburg:Justin Langer's 100th Test was such a special occasion that his parents flew from Perth to watch the Australian opening batsman in action - but his innings lasted just one ball.

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Kiwis cautious of risking Vettori in 2nd Test

<p>Wellington: New Zealand selectors are cautious about risking key bowler Daniel Vettori for the make-or-break second cricket Test against England starting on Thursday. <p>The talented left-arm spinner will undergo a fitness examination in the nets at training on Tuesday. Coach Denis

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