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March 18, 2003

Olonga evades cops, goes into exile Seven policemen arrived during the Zimbabwe-Sri Lanka tie to 'escort him home'. Olonga escaped. World Cup turns Africa upside down Cricket in all three countries is likely to face tumultuous times in the months to come. Sri Lanka steal a place in semis Opener Marvan Atapattu scored an unbeaten 103 as Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe by 74 runs in their Super Six match. Olonga retires from international cricket He said it might be dangerous for him to return to Zimbabwe in the current political climate. Flower announces retirement 'It's very sad that tomorrow will be my last game,' Zimbabwe's wicketkeeper-batsman said. Zimbabwe want winning send-off for Andy Captain Heath Streak is looking to win Saturday's match against Sri Lanka for his ace batsman who's set to retire. More news >

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		Final throw of the dice for Pakistan Pakistan, says Asif Iqbal, must pull it off against Zimbabwe tomorrow, at least for Wasim Akram's sake. The Chinaman cometh Nothing is more enjoyable than to see a top batsman bamboozled by a wrist spinner. Brad Hogg won the battle against Andy Flower, says Peter Roebuck. It's raining on Australia's parade Peter Roebuck watches Zimbabwe struggle for survival off the field -- and earn free points on it. A tale of two captains Heath Streak has risen to the challenge of a World Cup in Africa. Shaun Pollock must show that he is not merely a fine player but a great African, writes Peter Roebuck. Commonsense prevailed when India batted: Chappell Former Australia captain Greg Chappell reflects on India's easy victory over Zimbabwe. Sadness beneath the smiles Peter Roebuck soaks in the atmosphere at Harare as India beat Zimbabwe. 'A country does not run on World Cups' In Zimbabwe, the World Cup is a poisoned chalice. Faisal Shariff's diary. Choices in black and white That India has no quarrel with the government of Zimbabwe reflects poorly on its own society, says Ashwin Mahesh. Should India Play in Zimbabwe? If cricket shouldn't be played in Zimbabwe on account of its human rights record, then why is Pakistan any different? asks Roshan Paul.

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		Whittall joins Zimbabwe exodus Kenya secure historic victory | Scores Zimbabwe selector quits Why Kenya v Zim is crucial Astle and Cairns take Kiwis to victory | Scores Zimbabwe through; Pak, England out | Scores Australia too good for Zimbabwe | Scores India easily overcome Zimbabwe | Scores England match off; Zimbabwe get points Aussies may spend least time necessary in Zim 'Drained' Hussain still hoping for Zimbabwe switch England won't go to Zimbabwe: Bacher Zimbabwe cloud gets darker as World Cup row grows England match in Zimbabwe: ICC reply Tuesday England deny Zimbabwe boycott decision Andy Flower, Olonga to wear black armbands Zimbabwe post record total against Namibia Zimbabwe rout Namibia | Scores England delay Zimbabwe boycott decision Zimbabwe to boycott matches if venue shifted Ponting puts trust in ACB over Zimbabwe decision Zimbabwe, Kenya remain as World Cup hosts Zimbabwe matches to go ahead India happy to play in Zimbabwe: Ganguly England players want Zimbabwe match to be shifted Zimbabwe rely on Flower power England team receive warning on Zimbabwe ICC gives go-ahead for matches in Zimbabwe Speed plays straight bat on Zimbabwe Speed to visit Zimbabwe tomorrow England split over playing in Zimbabwe England say they will play in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe protesters invade Lord's meeting Zimbabwe fixtures contingency plan shelved 'English players will not shake Mugabe's hand' Zimbabwe faces dismal future: Goodwin ECB chief upset after meeting on Zimbabwe fails 'Zimbabwe matches should go ahead'