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Cricinfo previews the Delhi Daredevils and Kings XI Punjab in the run-up to the second edition of the IPL, which begins in South Africa from April 18

Stuart Law, the former Lancashire captain, is set to make a surprise first-class debut for Derbyshire after their captain and overseas player, Australia batsman Chris Rogers, didn't secure his visa in time

It's good to know that the prevalence and strength of red tape isn't affected by altitude. The British group that was flying, driving and trekking for 11 days to play cricket on Mount Everest – see the Buzz entry two blogs ago – has been turned away by Nepalese conservation officials.

They were aiming to play a Twenty20 match more than three miles above sea level in what would be the highest altitude recorded for an organised field sport. But the touring party has been refused access to the Sagarmatha National Park and was told nobody was allowed to play cricket inside the protected area.

It seems the Brits have been caught in the middle of a power struggle between the Minister for Forest and Land Conservation, who said they could play, and the national park’s management, which said they couldn’t. The match was due to go ahead next week, which means the players have a few days to try and sort out the bungle.

As if climbing Mount Everest isn't hard enough. The whole fiasco must feel a little like being stranded on 99.

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - South Africa off-spinner Johan Botha has been reported a second time for having a suspect bowling action, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Tuesday.

Simon Jones is hopeful of playing for England this summer despite a knee injury ruling him out of Worcestershire's season opener against Hampshire at the Rose Bowl later in the week

Allan Donald, the Warwickshire bowling coach and former South Africa fast bowler, has tipped 20-year-old seamer Chris Woakes to make the England national team

Vinnie Barnes, South Africa's bowling coach, insists Johan Botha remains an integral part of his team's World Twenty20 plans despite being cited for a suspected illegal bowling action and needs only minor adjustments

Gus Logie has defended his criticism of Bermuda's side and remains tight-lipped over his future as coach of the team

The second edition of Indian Premier League is likely to bring in even more variations, newer ideas and theories as the teams try to outsmart opponents.

South Africa off-spinner Johan Botha has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action for the second time in three years.

Cricket is one of the few world sports that gives its captain executive power over his/her team.

From the highs of the 5 day test wins to the crushing lows of the Twenty20 massacres, the boys are still bringing the drama.

Harbhajan reflects on the year that was, the secret behind India's recent successes and the upcoming Indian Premier League.

John Buchanan's controversial multiple captaincy idea has found partial backing from South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes who feels a fielding captain can act as a "facilitator" to the normal skipper.

South Africa off-spinner Johan Botha has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action during the fourth one-dayer between Australia and South Africa in Port Elizabeth. Botha was reported by the two on-field umpires, Brian Jerling and Asoka de Silva, along with third umpire Rudi Koertzen.

Worcestershire veteran talks about his preparations for the new season

Angry, wounded and desperate - Ian Bell as never seen before

Andy Flower is overwhelming favourite to be named as the man to oversee England's bid to win back the Ashes.

Those who doubt his utility outside the sub-continent and mastery over the craft can take a walk, for Harbhajan Singh insists he knows his business.

Afghanistan hopes of clinching a 2011 Cricket World Cup place just eight years after the national team was formed have been all but dashed.

Kolkata Knight Riders IPL team Shah Rukh Khan, who had criticised Sunil Gavaskar on the issue of multiple captaincy, has now apologised to the legendary batsman.

Co-owner of KKR IPL team Shah Rukh Khan, who had criticised Sunil Gavaskar on the multiple captaincy, has now apologised to him.

Cricinfo previews the Bangalore Royal Challengers and the Deccan Chargers in the run-up to the second edition of the IPL, which begins in South Africa from April 18

Andy Flower is widely expected to be unveiled this week as England's new full-time director of cricket, having overseen the team's fortunes in an interim capacity during the recent tour of the West Indies

South Africa captain Graeme Smith has lauded the players' efforts in sealing the five-match ODI series against Australia with a 61-run win in the penultimate game in Port Elizabeth

Durham prepare to defend their County Championship title

The Pakistan Cricket Board has sought legal help to recover the seven million rupees fine from Shoaib Akhtar, who was penalised for violating the code of conduct for players.

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday defended appointing an ICL-aligned masseur with the national team, saying the decision was made after taking the ICC into confidence.

The Auditor-General of Pakistan has objected to the Cricket Board's 57 accounts in different banks, many of which are not listed in the category meant for reliable and safe banks in the country.

The Pakistan Cricket Board will brief the ICC about its security plan for the 2011 World Cup at the Executive Board meeting in Dubai this weekend to retain its hosting rights for the mega event.

Cricket South Africa on Tuesday lauded the national team for their win against Australia in the fourth ODI at Port Elizabeth, which have them an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

The IPL T20 tournament in South Africa will provide India the perfect platform to prepare for their title defence in the World Twenty20 Championships, feels Gautam Gambhir.

Geraint Jones on Kent, England and the new county season

Pakistan's cricket authorities will brief the International Cricket Council about its security plan for the 2011 World Cup at the ICC Executive Board meeting in Dubai this weekend to retain its hosting rights for the mega event.

White Mischief cheergirls for the Royal Challengers Bangalore perform during a press preview at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore. (Photo: PTI)

Cricket expert Harsha Bhogle spoke to Manish Porwal and Ashok Mallik in STAR Cricket's Money Talk about Chennai Super Kings.

Cricket South Africa lauded the national team for their win against Australia in the fourth ODI at Port Elizabeth.

A round-up of the third day of the 14th round matches of the Regional Four Day Competition

Cricket South Africa on Tuesday lauded the national team for their win against Australia in the fourth ODI at Port Elizabeth, which have them an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

The IPL T20 tournament in South Africa will provide India the perfect platform to prepare for their title defence in the World Twenty20 Championships, feels Gautam Gambhir.