When England Physical Disabilities’ squad travel to the United Arab Emirates on Monday, there will be no member of the touring party more grateful for the opportunity than Callum Flynn.

Durham will travel to the United Arab Emirates as part of their preparations for the new season. Groups of players will also make separate trips to India and South Africa prior to the main tour.

England's James Anderson admitted he was as surprised as anyone by the dramatic torrent of wickets on the opening day of the third Test.

England Lions were unable to build on a highly promising start as they suffered a four-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka A in Colombo - a result that sets up a series-decider at the same venue.

Sixteen wickets fell on an astonishing opening day of the third and final Test at Dubai, nine to leg before wicket decisions. England replied to Pakistan's 99 all out with 104 for six by stumps.

India finally claimed a first victory on their tour of Australia courtesy of an eight-wicket success to ensure the two-game Twenty20 series ended 1-1.

Rob Nicol claimed four wickets to help a new-look New Zealand to a 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the first one-day international of three in Dunedin.

England’s batsmen will be playing for their Test places, as well as pride, when Andrew Strauss’ side try to avert a 3-0 defeat against Pakistan.

Ian Bell has recovered from a stomach upset and was able to practise with his England team-mates as they completed their preparations for the third Test against Pakistan, which begins on Friday.

England will be out to protect their hard-earned world number one status and make sure they do not become “one-hit wonders” when the third Test gets under way in Dubai, says James Anderson.

James Anderson insists England remain in good heart despite their struggles against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates. "All we're concentrating on now is Friday," said the Lancashire fast bowler.

Stuart Meaker has been ruled out of the remainder of England Lions' tour of Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates. The Surrey fast bowler has picked up a lower back injury and will return to the UK.

Laura Marsh is looking forward to tackling a familiar foe when England women travel to New Zealand. The series, which begins on February 17, consists of five Twenty20s and three one-day internationals.

Former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris will represent Sussex in this year's Friends Life t20. The 36-year-old, previously of Essex, is available for the entire competition as an overseas player.

George Bailey’s reign as Australia’s Twenty20 captain got off to the perfect start as his side eased to a 31-run victory over India in Sydney. Opener Matthew Wade struck 72 from 43 balls.

The International Cricket Council are set to have both a board chairman and president from 2014 onwards. The intended change was recommended at the governing body's board meeting in Dubai.

Worcestershire have announced a post-interest profit of £211,893 for the year ending September 30 2011. The news boosts the county that surprised many by avoiding LV=CC relegation last summer.

Ian Bell is adamant the significance of the third and last Test with Pakistan is undiminished by England having lost the series. “We’ve got a really important last game,” Bell said ahead of Friday's Dubai Test.

Kent Cricket Board has announced that £500,000 will be invested into coaching in schools across the county as part of the ‘Chance to shine’ programme.

The England and Wales Cricket Board has renewed its broadcasting agreement with Channel 5. The terrestrial station will continue to show highlights of international cricket from 2014-17.