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West Indies in New Zealand 2013/14 Date Time Matches Venue Dec 3 [Tue], 2013 03:00 am IST 1st Test, New Zealand  Vs West Indies University Oval, Dunedin Dec 11 [Wed], 2013 03:00 am IST 2nd Test, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Basin Reserve, Wellington Dec 19 [Thu], 2013 03:00 am IST 3rd Test, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Seddon Park, Hamilton Dec 26 [Thu], 2013 1st ODI, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Eden Park, Auckland Dec 29 [Sun], 2013 2nd ODI, New Zealand  Vs West Indies McLean Park, Napier Jan 1 [Wed], 2014 3rd ODI, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Queenstown Events Centre, Queenstown Jan 4 [Sat], 2014 4th ODI, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Saxton Oval, Nelson Jan 8 [Wed], 2014 5th ODI, New Zealand  Vs West Indies Seddon Park, Hamilton Jan 11 [Sat], 2014 1st Twenty20, New Zealand  Vs  West Indies Eden Park, Auckland Jan 15 [Wed], 2014 2nd Twenty20, New Zealand  Vs  West Indies Westpac Stadium, Wellington

West Indies have announced their 16 man Test squad for the tour of New Zealand , which begins on December 3. West Indies v New Zealand Shedule The trio Spin bowlers - Sunil Narine, Shane Shillingford and Marlon Samuels have been included to the Test squad. West Indies squad : Darren Sammy (capt), Denesh Ramdin (vc), Darren Bravo, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Tino Best, Kraigg Brathwaite, Kirk Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, Sheldon Cottrell, Narsingh Deonarine, Veerasammy Permaul, Kieron Powell, Sunil Narine, Shane Shillingford, Chadwick Walton and Marlon Samuels

The KFC Twenty20 Big Bash League 2013-14 season starting on December 20, 2013 in Australia and continue until 15 February 2014. The first edition of Big Bash League won by Sydney Sixers in 2011. The second and thre previous edition of Big Bash League was won by Brisbane Heat in 2012. Big Bash Teams 2013-14 Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunders. Big Bash League 2013-14 Schedule  Date and Time Match Details and Series Fri Dec 20 19:40 local | 08:40 GMT 1st T20 - Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Sat Dec 21 19:10 local | 08:10 GMT 2nd T20 - Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney Sun Dec 22 13:50 local | 02:50 GMT 3rd T20 - Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers Bellerive Oval, Hobart Sun Dec 22 18:10 local | 08:10 GMT 4th T20 - Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers Brisbane Cricket Gr

Sri Lankan former test cricketer, Tillakaratne Dilshan has has put pen to paper with Sydney Thunder for the forthcoming season of the Big Bash League . Dilshan said, ''I'm really keen to play in the Big Bash. It's such a wonderful, competitive tournament, I've been hoping to play for the past three years but [each time] I've had to go for international duty. This year I'm free to play almost the entire tournament. It's really exciting. I've always enjoyed Australian wickets, with the extra bounce. I'm really eager for this opportunity.'' The 37-year-old right-handed batsman will join the former Australia Michael Hussey in Sydney Thunder.

India fast bowler, Zaheer Khan has made a comeback to the Test squad for the two-Test series against South Africa . Zaheer's last Tests was against England in December. However, the 35-year-old was not considered for the ODI squad. India Tour Of South Africa - Itinerary 05 December 2013 South Africa v India at Johannesburg, 1st ODI 08 December 2013 South Africa v India at Durban, 2nd ODI 11 December 2013 South Africa v India at Centurion, 3rd ODI 18 December 2013 South Africa v India at Johannesburg, 1st Test - Day 1 26 December 2013 South Africa v India at Durban, 2nd Test - Day 1 Test Squad : Shikhar Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Dhawan, M Vijay, MS Dhoni (capt & wk), Ajinkya Rahane, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umesh Yadav, Zaheer Khan, Ambati Rayudu, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Mohammed Shami, Ravindra Jadeja, Ishant Sharma, Pragyan Ojha ODI Squad : Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Ajinkya Rahane, Yuvraj Singh, M

Australian fan (with miniature bat in one hand and a glass of beer in another) asked Kevin Pietersen for an autograph. however when Pietersen agreed to sign, the fan backed away. A message from Aussie Fans to England fast bowler, Stuart Broad. Kevin Pietersen Trolled by an Australian fan during his 100th Test in Ashes Quite Funny though, England Fan have something for Aussies.! Kevin Pietersen Insulted during the first ashes at The Gabba, Brisbane

South Africa have announced their ODI squad for the three-match series against Pakistan , starting on November 24. Greatest all-rounder of all time, Jacques Kallis has made a comeback to ODI squad. His last ODI appearance was against New Zealand in February 2012. Cricket South Africa selection convener Andrew Hudson said, "The return of Kallis means that Faf du Plessis has to drop out, it is very welcome news to have Jacques back as our premium allrounder. " "Graeme Smith also returns to the squad after making a complete recovery from his injury. We have dropped Robbie Peterson out of the squad as Imran Tahir is in outstanding form and we are unlikely to use more than one specialist spinner in a home series. He will be able to gain valuable time in the middle playing in the Sunfoil Series." ODI Squad : AB de Villiers (captain), Hashim Amla, Imran Tahir, Jacques Kallis, David Miller, Morne Morkel, Quinton de Kock, JP Duminy, Ryan McLaren, Wayne Parnell, Ve

Channel 9 broadcasters and developers of the real-time Snickometer have announced to include the technology in the Decision Review System tools for umpires during the Ashes series, starting on November 21 at The Gabba, Brisbane. The last Ashes series in England was in controversy by poor umpiring decisions, both on the field and on review by TV umpires. Channel 9 executive producer of cricket Brad McNamara stated that using Snicko as part of the DRS should enhance the TV coverage and helps in accurate umpiring decisions. 2013–14 Ashes Series Schedule First Test:  21–25 November. The Gabba, Brisbane Second Test:  5–9 December. Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Third Test:  13–17 December. WACA Ground, Perth Fourth Test:  26–30 December. Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Fifth Test:  3–7 January. Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Pakistan -born allrounder, Ashar Zaidi has penned a two-year contract with Sussex. It has been reported that The 32-year-old is the replacement of Monty Panesar with a spin option in next season. "It is an honour to sign for Sussex and this is a really big achievement for me, especially after a few years' break from the pro game," Zaidi said. "I'm really grateful for the chance that they have given me. "I'll be aiming to justify that chance over the next couple of seasons. I'm hoping for enough opportunities to perform, and to open my chances for the future." Zaidi, who made his debut for Islamabad in 1999, He has also recently appeared in the Dhaka Premier Division. Sussex's captain, Ed Joyce, said: "Ash fitted into the squad really well and impressed everyone with his canny left-arm spin and attractive strokeplay. He will hopefully fulfil the spin role for us in four-day cricket while possibly also allowing us to play a

Despite a poor performance in the recent Tests in India, West Indies have retained their squad for the Tests in New Zealand , starting on December 3. Darren Sammy continues to captain the side. The Three Tests match series against New Zealand starts on December 3 at Dunedin, The second test starts on December 11 at Wellington and the Final test will be played at Hamilton on December 19. WI Test Squad : Darren Sammy (capt), Denesh Ramdin (wk & vice-capt), Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Sheldon Cottrell, Tino Best, Darren Bravo, Kirk Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, Narsingh Deonarine, Chris Gayle, Kieron Powell, Marlon Samuels, Veersammy Permaul, Shane Shillingford, Chadwick Walton (wk).

South Africa have announced 15-man squad for a Twenty20 international series against pakistan at home next week. Faf du Plessis will lead the side. "We have been delighted with the form shown by this squad during the series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates," Cricket South Africa selection convener Andrew Hudson said in a statement on Saturday. "I believe we are firmly on track for next year's World Twenty20 in Bangladesh. Winning successive series away from home against both Sri Lanka and Pakistan represents extremely heartening progress." Tour Itinerary Wed Nov 20 1st T20 - South Africa vs Pakistan The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg Fri Nov 22 2nd T20 - South Africa vs Pakistan Newlands, Cape Town Sun Nov 24 1st ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan Newlands, Cape Town Wed Nov 27 2nd ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan St Georges Park, Port Elizabeth Sat Nov 30 3rd ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan SuperSport Park, Centurion Sou

Pakistani selectors have announced 17-member squad for the ODI and Twenty20 series in South Africa , starting on November 20, with Two T20 international and three ODI's. Misbah-ul-Haq will remain as captain of the one-day side. Wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed and left-arm seamer Wahab Riaz have been left out from the squad. Tour Schedule Wed Nov 20 1st T20 - South Africa vs Pakistan The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg Fri Nov 22 2nd T20 - South Africa vs Pakistan Newlands, Cape Town Sun Nov 24 1st ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan Newlands, Cape Town Wed Nov 27 2nd ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan St Georges Park, Port Elizabeth Sat Nov 30 3rd ODI - South Africa vs Pakistan SuperSport Park, Centurion Senior players Shahid Afridi, Abdul Razzaq and Shoaib Malik have been retained by the selectors in the squad despite unimpressive performances in UAE. Pakistan Squad : Misbah-ul-Haq (ODI captain), Muhammad Hafeez (T20 captain), Umar Akmal, Umar Amin, Sohaib Maq

Sachin Tendulkar brought the curtains down on Test career. The phenomenal 24-years of career by giving a heart-warming speech to everyone. Tendulkar Speech in his Last Test Match "Friends please settle down, I'll get more emotional! It's hard to believe my wonderful journey is coming to an end," Tendulkar said immediately after his 200th and final Test which India won by an innings and 126 runs. "I have got a list of people to thank because sometimes I forget," he joked. "The first is my father ( Ramesh Tendulkar), who passed away in 1999. Without his guidance I wouldn't be standing in front of you. He said 'chase your dreams, don't give up, the path will be difficult.' I miss him today," said Tendulkar, who always looked heavenwards after every big knock in memory of his father. "I don't know how she managed a naughty child like me. She just prayed and prayed from the day I started playing the game. F

The former England seamer, Jon Lewis has signed Sussex on a one-year contract. The 38-year-old Lewis played one Test and 15 times in ODI's for England between 2005 and 2007. He was part of the Surrey T20 side played twice in the Championship that reached Finals Day. "I'm really excited to be joining Sussex, a club I have admired from a distance for a long time and I'm looking forward to a new challenge in my career," Lewis said. "I am really confident that I can make valuable contributions to the team across all competitions. Sussex have a strong squad that in my opinion is close to winning more trophies and I want to help them achieve this." Sussex's cricket manager, Mark Robinson, said: "It is great news to have Jon on board for the 2014 season. He brings a wealth of experience and knowhow. He is still remarkably fit and ambitious as to what he wants to achieve in the game. Jon bowled really well for Surrey last year in the Twenty20

Nottinghamshire have secured Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle by signing him as their overseas player for the Championship and one-day campaigns on 2014. As per the schedule, there will be not any Australia Test cricket during the entire English season , so the 20-year-old has been linked for a full season although he will not play T20 cricket. "I've always wanted to spend a season in county cricket and this feels like the right opportunity at a time when Australia have no Test matches scheduled," said Siddle. "Nottinghamshire have an excellent pedigree and they're keen to challenge on all fronts which really appeals to me." Mick Newell, Nottinghamshire's director of cricket, said "Peter was always our number one target and we're very pleased to have secured his services, He was very keen to join us and everyone that we have spoken to has endorsed him as a player and as a person. He'll add a lot of quality to our ranks, he

Right arm medium-pace bowler, Dhawal Kulkarni has bagged a place in India's 15-man squad for the one-dayers international series against West Indies, starting on november 21. Following with a poor form in previous series, Ishant Sharma and Vinay Kumar have been dropped. Allrounder Ravindra Jadeja and Yuvraj Singh retains his place despite had a very poor form in one-day series against Australia last month. Three ODI-Match Series Thu Nov 21  1st ODI - India vs West Indies - Nehru Stadium, Kochi Sun Nov 24  2nd ODI - India vs West Indies - Andhra Cricket Association, Visakhapatnam Wed Nov 27  3rd ODI - India vs West Indies - Green Park, Kanpur India Squad: MS Dhoni (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Ambati Rayudu, Amit Mishra, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni, Mohit Sharma

Australia have announced their 12-man squad for the first Ashes Test at the Gabba, starts on November 21. Australia's limited over captain, George Bailey has been included in 12-man squad. All-rounder James Faulkner and fast bowler Mitchell Johnson both has also been included as expected. Australia Squad : Chris Rogers, David Warner, Michael Clarke (capt), Shane Watson, George Bailey, Steve Smith, Brad Haddin (wicket keeper, vice-capt), James Faulkner, Mitchell Johnson, Peter Siddle, Ryan Harris, Nathan Lyon.

West Indies allrounder, Kieron Pollard has been rested from the 15-man ODI squad against India with an injury, starts on November 21. West Indies have recalled trio Kieran Powell, Veerasammy Permaul and Narsingh Deonarine. West Indies Squad : Dwayne Bravo (capt), Tino Best, Narsingh Deonarine, Chris Gayle, Darren Bravo, Johnson Charles, Kieran Powell, Denesh Ramdin, Jason Holder, Sunil Narine, Veerasammy Permaul, Ravi Rampaul, Darren Sammy, Marlon Samuels, Lendl Simmons

England allrounder Ravi Bopara has signed Sydney Sixers in Big Bash League . The 28-year-old Bopara who plays for Essex in English County , has not played a Test since 2012, though he is a part of England's limited-overs teams. He will join his fellow England batsman Michael Lumb for the Sixers. "I'm delighted to be joining the Sydney Sixers for the first half of the Big Bash," Bopara said. "The Sixers are famous throughout the cricketing world and I'm privileged to have the opportunity to represent them. "The team is full of absolutely fantastic talent and I'm looking forward to catching up and playing alongside them when we meet up next month." Bopara in his T20 career, has scored 2850 runs at a strike rate of 113.50, including one century as well as taking 88 wickets. The Sixers general manager, Dominic Remond, said: "Ravi fills a great role for us at the Sixers, as an allrounder with excellent strokeplay and medium-pac

Australian batsman Shane Watson is ready to play the first Ashes 2013-14 Test against England , with cleared of his serious injury. The 32-year-old all-rounder had picked up a left hamstring strain during Australia's recent tour of India, and it had been reported that he could miss the first Ashes Test at Brisbane starting on November 21. But Physiotherapist Alex Kountouris said, Watson would be ready and he describes the injury as "a low-grade muscle strain". "He will have intense treatment and rehabilitation in Sydney over the coming days and just how well he responds to this will determine how quickly he can resume full training and match preparation," he said. "It goes without saying that Shane and the medical team will be doing everything possible to get him fit and available for selection ahead of the first Test. "We'll be assessing him on a daily basis and expect to have a clearer picture of his progress later in the week.&q

Dolphins have re-signed West Indies batsman Chris Gayle for South Africa 's T20 competition. Gayle has signed for R1 million in the 2011-12 season, but he left with an injury, not appeared in a single match. Gayle said, " I am really excited to have joined the Sunfoil Dolphins for their 2014 Ram Slam T20 campaign. I feel there's some unfinished business for me as I didn't get to play for them back in 2012 due to injury. They've got a great list of players so hopefully we'll be in contention at the business end of the tournament.  I'm very much looking forward to working with Lance Klusener and the rest of the guys. " Recently, Dolphins had signed English cricketer Graham Onions for the whole season. Dolphins was second from bottom in the last season of the Ram Slam T20 Challenge, with only two wins in 10 matches.

The duo All-rounders, Shoaib Malik and Abdul Razzaq have been included in Pakistan's Twenty20 squad for the two-match series against South Africa . Umar Akmal will take up the role of the wicketkeeper. Pakistan Squad : Mohammad Hafeez (capt), Nasir Jamshed, Umar Amin, Shahid Afridi, Ahmed Shehzad, Umar Akmal (wk), Abdul Razzaq, Sohail Tanvir, Sohaib Maqsood, Mohammad Irfan, Saeed Ajmal, Shoaib Malik, Junaid Khan, Abdur Rehman

Indian batsman Virat Kohli became the #1 batsman in One-day cricket after an impressive batting form against Australia in the recent series. The 24-year-old, Kohli has scored 61 in Pune, 100 not out in Jaipur, 68 in Mohali, 115 not out in Nagpur and 0 in Bengaluru. Kohli has achieved the number-one spot for the first time in his career. In ICC ODI bowlers Rankings , Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal has regained the number-one spot. In ICC ODI all-rounders Rankings , Pakistan's Mohammad Hafeez is leading at the top spot. The recent 3-2 series win for India continues to sit on top of ODI Team Rankings with Australia nine points behind at second position.