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Fewer test draws down to pitches – Atkinson

DUBAI,  (Reuters) – A recent reduction in test draws is due to wickets around the world offering a better balance between bat and ball, International Cricket Council (ICC) pitches consultant Andy Atkinson said  yesterday.

Skipper Darren Sammy watches as Darren Bravo accepts a low catch off the bat of Australian opener David Warner. (DigicelCricket.com/Brooks La Touche photo)

Clarke steadies Aussies after Sammy strike

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados,  CMC – Captain Michael Clarke stroked a half-century to stabilise Australia but West Indies bowlers made crucial strikes at key junctures, to stay in control on the third day of the opening Test at Kensington Oval here yesterday.

West Indies captain Darren Sammy exults after dismissing Australia’s David Warner. (DigicelCricket.com/Brooks La Touche photo)

Sammy clear about bowling role in side

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados,  CMC – Captain Darren Sammy said he is in no doubt about the critical role he plays in the West Indies side as the third seamer, after his outstanding morning spell pegged back Australia on the third day of the opening Test here yesterday.

A representative of the Port Mourant Turf Club presents the Laljit Trophy to Paul Delph of the Elcock stable for the victory by Celebration Time in the `G’ class event.

Awsome Warrior in awesome display

Awsome is as awesome does. On Sunday Awsome Warrior of the Jagdeo Stables, produced a stunning upset to cart off the feature race at the annual Easter Sunday horse race meet at the Port Mourant Turf Club.

J/ca, Bahamas continue to rack up medals

HAMILTON, Bermuda,  CMC – Jamaica and the Bahamas were once again forced to share honours as they split the sprint relays late Sunday night at the National Sports Centre here at the 41st CARIFTA Games.

Beijing grapples with Games legacy four years on

BEIJING,  (Reuters) – Four years after Beijing hosted a spectacular summer Olympics, China’s bustling capital sees vastly improved public transport and infrastructure, but many of the venues built for the event languish unloved, underused and draining public finances.

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