Jack Russell says Tim Ambrose must be given the chance to become a "great player" for England.
The spirits are up, but most of Fleet Street agree that the third Test in Napier will decide the overall success of England's winter.
Cricket South Africa chief executive Gerald Majola lavished praise on Graeme Smith and his side after they moved to the top of the one-day world rankings.
South Africa captain Graeme Smith challenged his players to emulate Australia and become dominant in the world game.
Former Pakistani captain Ramiz Raja has revealed how he was shaken by the two suicide blasts that left over 25 people dead on Tuesday.
The Pakistan Cricket Board have confirmed Bangladesh are likely to contest a one-day series in the country following Australia's withdrawal.
The West Indies could be without three key players for the two opening Tests against Australia.
Former captain Sourav Ganguly believes good performances in the IPL can help earn him a recall to his India ODI team.
Australia completed a 2-0 series victory over Sri Lanka after winning the second Test at the Bellerive Oval by 96 runs despite a battling 192 from Kumar Sangakkara.
Sri Lanka will chase a victory target 260 runs on the final day of the second Test against Australia with seven wickets remaining.
Young Indian paceman Ishant Sharma will miss out on the two-Test series against South Africa.
India captain Anil Kumble believes Gary Kirsten's experience as a South African player could be key during their Test series.
Sri Lanka have called up youngster Ajantha Mendis for the upcoming one-day series in the West Indies.
Pedro Collins will not play for the West Indies in the first Test against Sri Lanka next week.