England wait on Windies strike action
England could be left standing at the altar if the West Indies team carries out a threat to boycott the decisive fifth and final One-day International at the Beausejour Cricket Ground.
Kallis out of opening ODI
South Africa have decided to rest star all-rounder Jacques Kallis from the opening one-day international against Australia.
Johnson ready for Smith return
Australia captain Ricky Ponting is sure Mitchell Johnson will be playing on Graeme Smith's mind when the South Africa skipper returns for Friday's first one-day international.
Uncapped Queensland paceman Ben Laughlin is hoping to build on some encouraging form from his Twenty20 international debut in the one-day international in Durban.
Baggy green support for Mackay
Australia's cricketers in Durban have been distressed by the news that Brumbies Super 14 player Shawn Mackay is in a coma after an accident outside a Durban nightclub.
If you can recall the mad scramble of South Africa's last over in the tied semi-final of the 1999 World Cup against Australia, then you can understand how a cool head can help in a crisis.
Kallis a chance to play
South Africa have been buoyed by the news Jacques Kallis has been cleared of a groin strain and is a chance to play in Friday's one-day international against Australia.
Kevin Pietersen has said he remains fully committed to playing overseas for England despite making public his unhappiness at being separated from his wife, the singer Jessica Taylor.
Laughlin brings a cutting edge
Carpenter and pace bowler Ben Laughlin is hoping to make his one-day international debut in April in South Africa.
New Zealand have added young pace bowler Tim Southee to their squad for the third Test against India starting in Wellington on Friday.