A blazing fourth-wicket partnership of 83 runs between Abdul Razzaq and Rana Naved-ul Hassan, powered ICL Pakistan to a compelling six-wicket win in their do-or-die league match of the 20s World series.

Some great hittings by Razzaq (73 n.o. off 45) and Rana Naved (74 off 38) saw Pakistan through with 13 balls to spare after World XI had piled up a huge 188 for three in their alloted 20 overs.

Here’s some relief for controversial Aussie cricketer Andrew Symonds. A hotel manager has backed the all-rounder denial that he motivated a physical dispute while drinking on Sunday night.

Commenting over Symmo involvement in this case, manager of the Normanby Hotel, Mark Lassman said, “This is one situation that neither got out of hand, nor was Andrew's or the hotel's fault. Andrew did nothing wrong and it's disappointing it's been reported in an ambiguous manner."

London, Nov.

Powered by a good batting performance, India ICL XI registered a comprehensive four-wicket win over Pakistan ICL XI.

Man of the Match Ambati Rayudu played a splendid innings of 65 runs for his team. Though he did not finish what he started, but batted long enough to ensure those behind him didn't sweat too much. Experienced left handed batsman Hemang Badani saw India through with an unbeaten 32 from 22 deliveries.

Top Ranked chess players and even former World champions are taking up the role of seconds. But surprisingly, Viswanathan Anand has said that he may not turn into a second at any time in his career, since they indulge in quite strenuous work. 

A day after his after his arrival on Friday, while sitting relaxed on a sofa at his apartment in RA Puram, Anand said, “I have excellent understanding with his team of seconds and it went like a dream.” 

Aussie opening batsman Matthew Hayden, who is just one match away from his 100th Test, has verified that his participation in the Ashes cricket tour next year would depend on the ongoing Test against New Zealand at Gabba.

Speaking with the media persons, Hayden said, “I reckon there is a chance of that always. When you get to my age, you get to a point where the next 12 months is a long, long way away. But having said that, I have been really process-driven right the way through my career.”