Cricket World Cup 2011: Andy Flower upbeat as England weigh up options for quarter-final challenge
World Cup chase on course after quarter-final berth confirmed following Bangladesh’s heavy defeat to South Africa.

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SACHIN RELISHING CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CHALLENGE
Sachin Tendulkar is relishing a rare new experience in his career ahead of the start of cricket’s Champions League Twenty20 on Friday. The 37-year-old, one of the greatest players of all time, has achieved almost everything the game has to offer.

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World Cricket League: Hall anxious for good news from Challenge Cup
James Hall may have more important matters on his mind tomorrow — a possible sixth appearance for Ireland in their World Cricket League clash against Afghanistan — but he will be keeping one ear open for news from Belmont where Waringstown face CIYMS in the semi-final of the Challenge Cup. Related Stories Eastern Europe continues to enjoy Wimbledon success Wimbledon: Zvonareva living the dream …

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Asian challenge fades, but look out in Brazil
The World Cup isn’t over, but Asia’s is. Yuichi Komano’s penalty against the crossbar ensured that. The last Asian team left standing departing in the cruellest way possible, perhaps the architect of its own demise.

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