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| England claim series whitewashNasser Hussain's side beat Zimbabwe by seven wickets for a 5-0 series win. Hussain: Mission accomplishedNasser Hussain says England's clean sweep in Zimbabwe is just a starting point on the road towards the 2003 World Cup. Time to reflectJames Kirtley looks back at the Zimbabwe tour and takes comfort despite not being in the squad for India. New boys seek promotion Many of England's one-day squad who beat Zimbabwe 5-0 will win places in the 16-man party for the winter. Fresh options for England BBC cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew reflects on England's successful tour of Zimbabwe. Stewart still in World Cup picture James Foster has not done enough to usurp Alec Stewart, says BBC Sport Online's Thrasy Petropoulos. England player ratings BBC Sport Online marks the performances of England's one-day squad in Zimbabwe. Slipping down the ladder Zimbabwe correspondent Steve Vickers looks at the country's fall from grace as force in one-day cricket. England high on the Hog Following his successful tour of Zimbabwe, BBC Sport Online profiles Yorkshire and England fast bowler Matthew Hoggard. Hitting the headlines In his fifth exclusive BBC Sport Online column, England bowler James Kirtley talks about the furore after his action was reported to the ICC. Kirtley vows to clear name England back fast bowler James Kirtley after he is officially reported to the ICC as having a suspect bowling action. England record fourth victory Paul Collingwood helps England to a convincing 70-run win over Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. Foster reprimanded England's Nasser Hussain, James Foster and Zimbabwe's Andy Flower are all warned about their future conduct. England's heir apparent Marcus Trescothick leads England for the first time - and his former under-19 coach thinks he will one day do the job permanently. Grounds for optimism BBC Cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew reflects on England's fourth victory in Zimbabwe. England wrap up series England cruise to a four-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in Harare, taking the series 3-0. Famous cricket bust-ups BBC Sport Online looks at some ugly incidents that have tarnished the name of cricket. England cruise to second win Skipper Nasser Hussain and Nick Knight hit half centuries as England easily beat Zimbabwe in the second one-day match. Pick of Zimbabwe's bunch BBC Sport Online profiles Zimbabwe's Andy Flower following his 142 not out in the third one-day match against England. Knight the comeback king Nick Knight puts a testing year behind him to stake his claim for a place in England's 2003 World Cup squad. A dangerous strategy BBC Sport Online outlines the potential risks of bowling Mark Ramprakash in one-day internationals. Ramprakash the spinner England skipper Nasser Hussain is eyeing Mark Ramprakash as a regular second spinner. Referee's odd behaviour BBC Cricket Correspondent Jonathan Agnew criticises the ICC referee at the centre of the James Kirtley affair. England end losing streak England win their first one-day match in 12 attempts, but struggle to beat a lacklustre Zimbabwe. Thorpe praises mature Hollioake Graham Thorpe - who hit 95 on his return for England - praises Ben Hollioake who helped him set up the Harare win. England make winning start Graham Thorpe's 95 provides the foundation as England score an easy 138-run win over Zimbabwe A in Harare. World Cup bid starts now Batsman Graham Thorpe says England have a lot of hard work to do if they are to mount a serious World Cup challenge in 2003. |
Reflecting on the tour England's fresh options Stewart still able High on the Hog England player ratings Skipper MarcusTrescothick's captaincy debut bodes well Fall from graceZimbabwe must pick up the pieces fast Cricket query?Bearded Wonder Bill Frindall has the answers Daily e-mailSelect news on your favourite sport England on Tour Full schedule for winter trips to Zimbabwe, India and New Zealand Test Match Special Broadcast details for England v Sri Lanka | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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