Cricket News

Chris Gayle blasted 77 from 31 deliveries as West Indies beat South Africa by four wickets in the first T20 of the series in Cape Town.

Michael Vaughan: Their one-day form has been dismal and they will arrive at the World Cup very much as underdogs, but Eoin Morgan's side have the talent to spring a surprise

Scotland are ready to cause an upset at the World Cup as they name their 15-man squad for New Zealand and Australia.

Seamer Jake Reed claimed 4-11 as the Hobart Hurricanes boosted their semi-final chances with a five-wicket victory over Sydney Thunder.

Joe Burns says Australia are in a strong position to win the final Test against India thanks to their record-breaking captain Steve Smith.

Australia skipper passes Don's 1947/48 record of 715 for most Australian runs in a series against India after finishing on 769 at an average of 128.16

England batsman James Taylor says Eoin Morgan's appointment as one-day captain will see the side play in a more adventurous style as the World Cup nears.

India will need to chase down a record total to win the fourth Test against Australia after the hosts opened up a 348-run lead at the close of day four in Sydney.