Washout against Bangladesh ends Irish hopes of automatic World Cup qualification
Ireland's hopes of guaranteeing their spot at the World Cup with a 3-0 whitewash of Bangladesh came to a soggy end in Chelmsford as the series opener was washed out.
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Bangladesh vs Ireland 1st ODI Live Score: Andy Balbirnie Opts To Bowl First
Ireland captain Andrew Balbirni won the toss and opted to bowl first as his team takes on Bangladesh in the first ODI of the 3-match series at the County Ground in Chelmsford. After beating Ireland in their own den, Bangladesh take on another adventure as they square off against the same opponents, this time away from home. In the opening match of the series, the rain threat looms large, with full 100-over contest looking extremely unlikely. (LIVE Scorecard)
County cricket: Warwickshire lay Hampshire bare to keep pace at top
Last season, fearful of the art, or rather, the discipline, of batting out a draw being lost, the Championship increased its points value to eight. This season, after something of a change of heart in the England set-up (of which you’ll be aware), the draw is back to five points. So how’s that working out?
Australia to tour South Africa for limited-overs series
CAPE TOWN : Australia travel to South Africa for an eight-match white-ball tour this year, including three Twenty20 matches and five one-day internationals (ODIs) in preparation for the 50-over World Cup in India, officials confirmed on Friday.
Dartford manager Alan Dowson on 2-1 home defeat to Chelmsford City in National League South
Dartford boss Alan Dowson hopes his team get the chance to gain revenge against Chelmsford in the play-offs.
Live updates from Gillingham v Carlisle United, Maidstone United v Woking, Dartford v Chelmsford City
Gillingham take another step towards safety with victory at home to Carlisle in League 2 this afternoon.
Invicta Dynamos looking to beat champions Streatham for the first time this season after securing top-four finish
Invicta Dynamos are aiming to conclude the regular season in style after clinching a top-four finish.