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2006 News Archives
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Scotland Joins County Second Team Tournament
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Scotland’s second tier of international cricketers will play in next season’s English County 2nd XI Championship
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PE teachers from Belgium schools attend Cricket Introductory Course
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PE-teachers from schools all over Flanders attended the Cricket Introductory Course at the Scheppersinstituut in Mechelen
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U15 International Friendship Tournament in Rome
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On the 28th and the 29th of October the fourth annual “International friendship tournament” took place in Rome
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Denmark added to ICC High Performance Program
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From the 1st April 2007, Denmark will become part of the ICC High Performance Program (HPP)
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Jersey applies for Associate membership
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Jersey has submitted an application to the ICC to become Europe’s 11th Associate member country
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Top Sussex Coaches Visit Guernsey
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Guernsey and Sussex County Cricket Club have formed a link to work together in a coaching and development scheme
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High hopes for European Cricket as the World Cricket League expands
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The announcement that the International Cricket Council is to expand the World Cricket League (WCL) to five divisions is great news for European Cricket
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Women’s World Cup Takes Shape
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Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands are set to fight for a place in the Women’s World Cup 2009
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Last place ICC Intercontinental Cup final still up for grabs
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Namibia outplay UAE in Windhoek; Netherlands’ victory over Canada is not enough
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ICC announces ESPN STAR Sports as new Global media partner
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The ICC Board announces ESPN STAR Sports as its global media and production partner for its audio-visual rights for ICC Events from late 2007 to 2015.
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Slogging The Slavs: A Paranormal Cricket Tour From The Baltic To The Bosphorus
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Angus Bell, has recently published his new book, Slogging the Slavs
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ICA begins search for CEO
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The Israel Cricket Association have this week started the search for a new Chief Executive Officer
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Cricket Initiative in Graz Primary School
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It is hoped that two plenary "Introduction to Cricket" days held in a Graz primary school, will lead to the school making cricket activities part of its educational programme
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Cricket world unites for AIDS
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The leading teams and players from across the cricket world will unite together this week in support of people living with HIV/AIDS for the fourth consecutive year
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Malta celebrates Wally - The World’s Oldest International Cricketer
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Wally Glynn, or “The Legend” to those who know him, celebrated his 75th birthday with a cricket match at The Marsa Sports Club
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Women's Cricket continues to develop across Europe
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2006 has been an action packed year for women’s cricket in Europe, thanks to a $15,000 injection of ICC funds
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Guernsey and Sussex team up
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The European Cricket Council is delighted to announce that the Guernsey Cricket Board has entered into a Development Partnership Agreement with Sussex County Cricket Club
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Italy establishes new National Academy
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The Italian Cricket Federation (FCrI) this week announced plans to hold its first Academy in April 2007
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Countdown to ICC Cricket World Cup continues for Bermuda, Netherlands and Canada with ODI tri-series in South Africa
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Three of the ICC’s top Associates face off over the next week in an ODI tri-series in South Africa
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African teams to begin countdown to 2009 ICC Women’s World Cup
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Four-day regional qualifying tournament starts in Kenya from 8 December
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Leinster welcomes new coaches
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Leinster Cricket Union are currently running courses for new coaches to enter the coaching ladder at various levels
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Netherlands must overcome Bermuda and weather to keep ICC Intercontinental Cup hopes alive
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The Netherlands team takes on Bermuda in an ICC Intercontinental Cup match in Pretoria starting on Tuesday knowing that it must win if it has any chance of toppling Canada at the top of Group B.
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ICC initiatives are closing the gap between Associates and Test teams
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The ICC’s High Performance Manager Richard Done says initiatives like the ICC Winter Training Camp (WTC) in Pretoria, together with the hard work of players and various home cricket boards, are helping to close the gap between the Associates and the Full Members of the ICC
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ICC Winter Training Camp coach hopes for World Cup surprises
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ICC Winter Training Camp (WTC) head coach Tim Boon is hopeful that one of the Associate countries playing in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2007 will spring a surprise and beat a Test nation in the group stages of the competition.
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ICC Winter Training Camp batsmen shine but the sun does not
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A quick-fire century from Abdool Samad set the ICC Winter Training Camp (ICC WTC) on their way to an excellent total of 303-8 off 50 overs against the North-West Dragons in Potchefstroom yesterday
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Isle of Man’s double victory over Spain
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The Isle of Man travelled to La Manga recently to play two one-day internationals against Spain.
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Gibraltar develops at La Manga
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The Gibraltar development squad visiting La Manga comprised the most talented 10-14 year old players.
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Italian U13 Finals won by Bologna
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Pianoro CC set the stage for the annual Italian Cricket Federation age group finals.
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Germany at the first Czech Junior Tournament
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The first international junior cricket event to be held in the Czech Republic took place in Hluboka on 21-22 October.
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Black Stuff are Luxembourg League Champions
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A new name appears on the LCF/CrossComm League trophy.
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“Every Country should have a Patron like Bill” declares Germany
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The German Cricket Federation (GCF) began negotiations with Bill Frindall MBE to act as its Patron back in 2005 and since this he has been kind enough to visit the country four times.
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Laying the building blocks for expansion of cricket in Finland
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An inaugural cricket development seminar was hosted recently at the Kuortane IAAF Sports Institute by CricketFinland
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La Manga Cricket Club 20/20 Tournament
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Last weekend saw the La Manga Cricket Club 20/20 International Cricket tournament take place with teams from Norway, UK and all parts of Spain taking part.
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Europeans excel as ICC WTC keeps 100 percent record
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The ICC Winter Training Camp team registered its third win out of three yesterday beating a Northerns XI by five wickets in a one-day game at the LC Oval in Pretoria.
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A Bright Future for Belgian Cricket
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It is an exciting time for cricket in Belgium as the Belgian Cricket Federation (BCF) undergoes developments at both ends of its cricketing spectrum
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ICC Board punish Greeks for fielding ineligible players
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Greece has been suspended from all funding support from the ICC Europe Regional Development Program for a period of 12 months and relegated to Europe Division 4.
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ECC marks ten years of achievement
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150 guests attended Friday’s 10th Anniversary Dinner in the Long Room at Lord’s, to mark the first decade of the European Cricket Council.
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Europeans star in WTC opening matches
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The players at the ICC Winter Training Camp (ICC WTC) got their one-day match schedule off to a successful start with two victories over Highveld Strikers in Liberty Life Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg.
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ICC launches its Development Program Annual Awards for 2006
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The ICC launched its ICC Development Program Annual Awards for 2006 which mark the efforts being made outside of the Test-playing Members to improve overall standards of play and public interest in cricket.
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Top Associate cricketers make most of ICC Winter Training Camp
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Head coach impressed as players from Ireland, Scotland, Canada, Bermuda, Kenya and Netherlands get tips from Kepler Wessels, Gary Kirsten, Rod Marsh and others
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Autumn Sun Sees Bologna U13's Shine
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Pianoro CC set the stage for the annual Italian Cricket Federation (FCrI) age group finals over the weekend of the 7th and 8th October 2006.
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Cricket to launch “Stand Up” record attempt as part of ongoing commitment to “Run Out” AIDS
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The United Nations and the International Cricket Council (ICC) will come together at one of the showpiece events in the cricketing calendar to help ‘run out’ HIV and AIDS across the cricketing world, as well as address issues such as poverty and illiteracy.
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Austria's Future Challenge Cup
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Austria CC Wien Under 15 Captain Lukas Dobner reports on the annual youth tournament.
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Cyprus Youth tour Netherlands
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A squad of 16 young cricketers representing Cyprus had a very successful tour to the Netherlands in July.
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Stockholm Junior Challenge
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Sweden's inaugural under-20 cricket tournament, the Stockholm Junior Challenge, was organized by the Swedish Cricket Federation.
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France v Grand West XI
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A competitive Grand West XI took on the Equipe de France in preparation for the European Championships.
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Roger Short Memorial Match
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The annual Roger Short Memorial match, in honour of the former UK Ambassador to Bulgaria, was held in Studentski Grad.
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Sun shines at Optimists Summer Camp in Luxembourg
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The Optimists Cricket Club's first ever Summer Camp for Junior cricketers proved to be a splendid success.
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Swiss Junior Zuoz Tournament
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Under 15 teams from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Zuoz competed for the senior trophy.
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Susan joins the Europe Office
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We are pleased to welcome Susan Lowery to the Europe Office team as ICC Regional Projects Officer – Europe.
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Isle of Man record double victory over Spain in La Manga
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The Isle of Man Senior Squad travelled to La Manga in Spain recently to play two one-day internationals against Spain as preparation for next year’s Affiliates Division 3 Championships.
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Gibraltar Cricket Development Officer
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The Gibraltar Cricket Association invites applications for the post of Cricket Development Officer.
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Belgium wins Under 18 German Triangular
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Belgium came out victorious in an Under 18 triangular tournament in Bochum, Germany recently.
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Deutrom to become Irish Chief Executive
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The Irish Cricket Union today announced the appointment of Warren Deutrom as the new Chief Executive of Irish cricket.
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Indian summer as Dutch youth season closes
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On a mid-September Sunday that would have graced any June, the KNCB closed its youth season this week with a gala day’s cricket at Bloemendaal, near Haarlem.
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Opportunities for Europe as World Cricket League expands
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At least one and perhaps two more European countries will have the opportunity to take part in global competition as a result of the ICC’s decision to expand the World Cricket League to five divisions.
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Ireland take the Under 19 title
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Ireland became European Under 19 champions as bad weather forced the abandonment of their deciding match agaianst Scotland.
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Ireland take the Under 19 title
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Ireland became Under 19 champions as bad weather forced the abandonment of the deciding match agaianst Scotland.
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Finland Triumph at Division 4
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Finland celebrated their return to Division 3 of the European Championships after winning this week’s 4th Division tournament in Belgium.
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Finland win first European Twenty20 match
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Finland beat Slovenia by 52 runs in Wednesday's Notts Sports Twenty20 match in Antwerp.
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Cyprus defeat Luxembourg with spirited run chase
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A final-over win over Luxembourg on Wednesday gave Cyprus second place in their first-ever European tournament.
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All square in Belgium after two days
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All four sides had won one match after two rounds of the 4th Division Championship, with Slovenia enjoying a clear advantage.
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Wins for Luxembourg and Cyprus on opening day
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Cyprus won their first-ever European tournament game and Luxembourg scored a surprise win over Finland as the 4th Division competition began in Belgium on Saturday
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New faces and old in 4th Division Championship
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Four teams will compete in the first-ever European 4th Division Championship in Belgium this week.
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New faces and old in 4th Division Championship
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Four teams will compete in the first-ever European 4th Division Championship in Belgium this weekend.
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The Netherlands finish third by beating Scotland
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A 95-run win by The Netherlands over Scotland earned them third place, but Ireland took second on net run rate.
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England overpower Ireland to take title
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England defeated Ireland by eight wickets in Rotterdam on Thursday to take the Women's Under 21 title for the third time.
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England, Ireland win to set up title decider
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Winning their matches on Wednesday, England and Ireland will now meet in Rotterdam on Thursday to settle the Women's Under 21 title.
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Scotland and Ireland prepare for winner-takes-all clash in ICC Intercontinental Cup
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It could be a case of winner-takes-all in this week’s ICC Intercontinental Cup match between European rivals Scotland and Ireland in Aberdeen.
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Ireland too strong for Scotland in opening friendly
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Ireland registered a comprehensive victory over Scotland in their friendly match in Amstelveen on Tuesday.
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England give The Netherlands a cricket lesson
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England beat The Netherlands by 237 runs in their friendly in Amstelveen on Tuesday.
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Tournament preview
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With the qualifying tournament for the 2009 World Cup little more than a year away, this tournament assumes long-term importance for players and managements alike.
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Rain wipes out first day
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Heavy rain over the past 24 hours has washed out the first day's matches in the Women's Under 21 tournament.
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Ireland are European Champions
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Ireland's victory in the European First Division Championship caps a wonderful summer for them.
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Norway triumph in Division Two
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Norway won the European Second Division title and promotion to the First Division after defeating Jersey in the final.
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Norway triumph in Division Two
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Norway won the Second Division title and promotion to the First Division after defeating Jersey in the final.
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Ireland are European Champions
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Ireland's victory in the European First Division Championship caps a wonderful summer.
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Denmark go down fighting against the Dutch
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Denmark made The Netherlands fight all the way in their match at Shawholm on Wednesday before the Dutch won in the final over.
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Hellas found guilty of fielding ineligible players
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The Hellas cricket team has been charged and found guilty of playing two ineligible players at the ECC European Division 2 Championship in Glasgow.
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Hellas found guilty of fielding ineligible players
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The Hellas cricket team has been charged and found guilty of playing two ineligible players at the ECC European Division 2 Championship in Glasgow.
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France and Guernsey to play off for fifth
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There was some compensation for Guernsey from Tuesday's game in Lossiemouth, as they will play France on Wednesday for fifth place in the competition.
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Jersey and Norway through to final
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By beating Germany and Gibraltar respectively, Jersey and Norway ensured a place in Wednesday's final.
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Scots scrape home despite Danish onslaught
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In a rain-interrupted match Scotland scraped home by 3 runs following a Danish onslaught towards the end.
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French player receives official reprimand
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Khalid Abdul of France has recieved an official reprimand for showing dissent at an umpire's decision and excessive appealing.
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Weather wins in Ayr, but Irish win the tournament
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Rain denied Ireland a win in their final match, but a point from their abandoned game against The Netherlands was enough to give them the title.
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Euro 2nd Div Championship matches announced
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Following the completion of the pool round of the Division 2 tournament in the ECC European Championship yesterday, the four semi-final crossover matches will be played at the following venues on Tuesday 8th August with the finals taking place on Wed 9th Aug.
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Guernsey player receives official reprimand
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Matthew Oliver of Guernsey has recieved an official reprimand for showing dissent at an umpire's decision.
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Jersey defeat Norway to reach semi-finals
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Norway slipped to defeat by Jersey in Sunday's Pool 2 games, but still reached the semi-finals along with their conquerors.
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Ireland overwhelm Italy at Hamilton Crescent
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Ireland took just 12.2 overs to secure a seven-wicket victory after bowling Italy out for 79.
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Germany joins Hellas in semi-finals despite defeat by Gibraltar
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Unbeaten Hellas topped Pool 1 after the group stage, with Germany qualifying for the semi-finals on net run-rate.
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Denmark beat Italy in reduced match
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Denmark's victory by 55 runs over Italy looks comfortable but the nerves were present.
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Scotland take a twenty-over thriller at Cambusdoon
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Scotland just squeezed home in their rain-reduced One-Day International against The Netherlands at Cambusdoon on Sunday, but only they had recovered from a desperate position six overs into their innings.
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Morgan receives official reprimand for Code of Conduct breach
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Ireland’s Eoin Morgan has received an official reprimand and been warned about his future conduct after breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the against Scotland.
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Norway and Hellas win again as Jersey and Guernsey falter
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Newcomers Jersey and Guernsey slipped to surprising defeats on Saturday, and Norway and Hellas made sure of semi-final places.
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Israel match goes ahead
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The European Cricket Council (ECC) appreciates the seriousness of the situation in the Middle East and wishes, first and foremost, to express sadness and sympathy for all those suffering as a result of the ongoing conflict.
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Ireland too strong for Scotland in first European ODI
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Ireland beat Scotland by 85 runs in the ODI at Cambusdoon, Ayr on Saturday to move into pole position in the European 1st Division Championships.
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Dutch partnership took the steam out of the Danes
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In a rain affective match the partnership for the 9th wicket took the match away from the Danes.
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Despite the rain Ireland won the Championships
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The weather wasn't kind today but that didn't stop the Irish winning an emphactic victory over the Scots to take the trophy.
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Despite the rain Ireland win the Under 15 Championships
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The weather problems didn't stop the Irish recording an emphatic victory over the Scots to take the European Under 15 title.
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Ten Doeschate and van Bunge ensure the Dutch beat Italy
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The Netherlands beat Italy by 140 runs at Shawholm, but were held up by a determined Italian rearguard action.
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Ireland defeat Denmark by 99 runs
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Ireland open their campaign with 99 run win over Denamrk in low scoring game
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Guernsey's spinners dominate Gibraltar
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Guernsey opened their first official European tournament with a convincing victory over Gibraltar in a weather-affected match.
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Hellas rally to defeat Germany
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Thanks to a remarkable lower-order recovery, Hellas defaeted Germany by 56 runs to secure their first-ever victory at this level.
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Norway begin with a victory
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Norway celebrated their return to the Second Division with a four-wicket win over France.
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European 2nd Division Championships preview
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Guernsey and Jersey are newcomers to this year's eight team tournament, which now involves promotion and relegation.
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European 1st Division Championship preview
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Ireland begin the defence of their European title in this year's tournament which starts in Glasgow on Friday.
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European 2nd Division Championships preview
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Guernsey and Jersey are newcomers to this year's eight team tournament, which now involves promotion and relegation.
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European 1st Division Championship preview
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Ireland begin the defence of their European title in this year's tournament which starts in Glasgow on Friday.
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Ireland off to a good start
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Ireland won a comprehensive victory over the Netherlands in their opening match
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Danish collapse gives easy victory to Scots
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Despite threatening weather the Danes collapsed to Scotland's spinner in the opening match
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Danes had Ireland on the hook but they got away
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There was excitement in the air as Denmark had Ireland under pressure but the Irish batsmen stood firm as they won by four wickets
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Easy victory for Scotland
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Scotland won a comfortable victory over the Netherlands are now ready for a showdown against Ireland tomorrow
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Netherlands recover well against Denmark
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Eight Netherlands players reach double figures, as they score 259 for 9 on the first day of their game with Denmark.
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Ireland well on top against Scotland
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A rain affected day sees Scotland struggling on 107 for 6 versus Ireland.
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Preview of this year's Championships
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Tuesday morning sees the start of this year's Championships in Herning, Denmark and we take a look at the prospects.
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Stirling and Dougherty shine for Ireland
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Ireland are on the brink of the title aftre getting the better of a draw with Netherlands.
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MacLeod scores century as Scotland and Denmark draw
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140 from Calum MacLeod was the highlight as Scotland draw with Denmark.
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Netherlands outpoint Scotland in tense finish
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The Netherlands took the first innings points against Scotland but had to hold on to avoid defeat in a dramatic last hour.
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Ireland take Under 13 honours despite losing
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Ireland won the European Under 13 Championships 1st Division title on run-rate despite losing to Scotland in their final match.
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Scotland take first innings lead against Denmark
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A 79 run stand between Calum MacLeod and Charles Legget gives Scotland the upper hand over Denmark.
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Ireland take honours despite losing
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Ireland won the Under 13 Championships on a better run-rate despite losing to Scotland in their final match.
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Netherlands secure suprise win off last ball
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The Netherlands created excitement before the last day by beating Scotland off the very last ball
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Ireland on top after win over the Danes
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Ireland are in top spot in the Championship after an emphatic win over the Danes
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Ireland secure comprehensive win over Denmark
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The hosts complete a 231 run win against Denmark at Osborne Park.
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Dutch rally to finish first day well in contention
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After Scotland seemed to be well on course for a huge first innings total, The Netherlands fought back well both in the field and with the bat.
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Ireland on top after day one
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A century from Stirling, and late wickets from Thompson put Ireland on top after the first day's play against Denmark.
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Netherlands no match for the Irish
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Ireland had no difficulty in defeating Netherlands in their opening match
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European Under 13 Championship preview
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Tuesday sees the start of this year's Championships in Copenhagen and we take a look at the prospects.
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Tournament Preview
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The 2006 European Under 19 Championships gets under way in Belfast this week, and will be played under a new two-day format.
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European Under 19 Championship preview
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The 2006 European Under 19 Championships gets under way in Belfast this week, and will be played under a new two-day format.
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Preview of this year's Championships
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Tuesday morning sees the start of this year's Championships in Copenhagen and we take a look at the prospects.
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Ireland win European Under 23 title
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Ireland won the Under 23 European Championships after a hard fought, and at times nail biting game against their fierce rivals, Scotland.
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Ireland win Under 23 tournament
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84 not out from Conor Mullen helps Ireland beat Scotland by 4 wickets. Holland defeat Denmark by 62 runs in a high scoring game.
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Ireland beat The Netherlands to take Under 17 title
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Ireland won the European Under 17 First Division Championship in Deventer, defeating hosts The Netherlands by 68 runs in the final match.
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Ireland beat The Netherlands to take Under 17 title
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Ireland secured a 68-run win over the Netherlands to secure the European Under 17 title in Deventer today
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Ackland hat-trick as Ireland and The Netherlands win again
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Irish spinner Ben Ackland takes a hat-trick against Scotland, and his side and The Netherlands remain unbeaten in Deventer.
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Opening victories for Ireland and Scotland
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Ireland defeated The Netherlands by five wickets on the opening day, while Scotland had four wickets to spare as they chased 248 to win against Denmark.
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Ireland and The Netherlands open with wins
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Holders Ireland and hosts The Netherlands won their opening games today, defeating Denmark and Scotland respectively.
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Irish announce new government grants
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The Irish Cricket Union has been awarded over €400,000 from the government towards improvements to grounds.
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Senior places at stake in Under-23 tournament
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For hosts Ireland, champions Scotland and challengers The Netherlands this year's tournament has more at stake than the competition itself.
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European Under 17 First Division Championship
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Everything looks set for an exciting European Under 17 First Division championship in Deventer next week, with the weather forecast promising and a bunch of talented young cricketers on show.
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Senior places at stake in Under-23 tournament
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For hosts Ireland, champions Scotland and challengers The Netherlands this year's tournament has more at stake than the competition itself.
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Preview
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Everything looks set for an exciting European Under 17 First Division championship in Deventer, with the weather forecast promising and a bunch of talented young cricketers on show.
ECC
Youth Initiative reaches children from a wide range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the Netherlands
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The KNCB made good use of the free day between the two recent one-day internationals against Sri Lanka, bringing cricket back to the cultural heart of Amsterdam and giving seventy children a taste of the game.
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ICC announces outcomes of Annual Conference
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The ICC has announced the outcomes from its week of meetings at Lord’s, including ICC's new Strategic Plan and event hosts for 2007-2015.
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Roger Knight to succeed Doug Insole as ECC Chairman
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Roger Knight, Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the MCC, will succeed Doug Insole CBE as Chairman of the European Cricket Council.
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Sri Lanka have to work for second victory
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Sri Lanka won the second ODI in Amstelveen, but the Dutch showed a lot of fight in their 55 run defeat.
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Sri Lanka win easily but Dutch fight hard
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Sri Lanka's made a world-record against The Netherlands in Amstelveen, but there was a spirited performance by the Dutch batsmen.
ECC
Dutch face tough assignment against Sri Lanka
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On the back of their five-nil victory against England, Sri Lanka take on The Netherlands in two ODIs in Amstelveen.
ECC
MCC secure 5-wicket victory over European XI
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The MCC tourists completed a comfortable five-wicket victory in their match against a European XI in Rotterdam this afternoon, but the combined eleven made them work hard all the way.
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MCC bowl European XI out for 162 in Rotterdam.
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MCC seized the initiative in the historic match against a European XI in Rotterdam today, bowling their opponents out for 162 in 48 overs after European skipper Ryan Watson won the toss and elected to bat. But at one stage it looked likely to be a lot worse.
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Scotland lose - but it's a win for Scottish Cricket
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Scotland put up fine performance as they lose to Pakistan by five wickets - and it is a great day for Scottish Cricket.
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European XI take on MCC in historic match
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All great traditions have to start somewhere. So who knows how significant it may prove to be when a European XI takes the field for the first time, against MCC in Rotterdam tomorrow? Perhaps those fortunate players will one day be able to boast that they were the first of many to turn out in European colours.
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Hansen and Frith added to Europe Team
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Thomas Hansen (Denmark) and Jeremy Frith (Guernsey) have been added to the European Team to face MCC this week, following the withdrawal of Andre Botha (Ire) and Edgar Shiferli (Neth).
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Preview of Scotland v Pakistan ODI
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On Tuesday 27 June Scotland will meet Pakistan in Edinburgh. This will be the tenth time the sides will have met with Scotland still to record a victory against their opponents. It is also Scotland’s first official One Day International since becoming the ICC’s leading Associate Member Nation.
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Cricket’s European Union gets set to take on the MCC
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Cricket’s version of the European Union will take place on June 29 when, for the first time ever, a side made up of Associate and Affiliate players from the continent will come together to take on the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).
ECC
European U17 2nd Division Champs cancelled
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The ECC European Under 17 2nd Division Championship has had to be cancelled following the withdrawal of 3 more teams for the tournament in Israel.
ECC
Ireland beaten by England, but not disgraced
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England win the inaugural international between the countries, but Ireland take the plaudits.
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Ireland v England pre-match quotes
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Irish captain Trent Johnston, Irish coach Adrian Birrell and England captain Andrew Strauss talk about the Vodafone ODI.
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European Presidents’ Day
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How do you raise public awareness of cricket in a country like Finland? Part of the answer is clearly through the annual ECC Presidents’ Day at Lord’s.
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HSBC Manx Youth Games
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The HSBC Manx Youth Games cricket competition took place recently at Cronkbourne.
ECC
La Manga win
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A good weekend recently for La Manga Cricket Club, with a convincing win over the Intellectuals CC.
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ICC EAP Manager promoted to ICC Development Programs Manager role
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Tim Anderson is to become ICC's Development Programs Manager. Mr Anderson, the current ICC East Asia-Pacific Development Manager will relocate from the regional office in Melbourne, Australia, to the ICC head office in Dubai.
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European Men’s Academy squad announced
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Young cricketers from six countries will come together next month to form the European Academy side, which will play three one-day matches against the England under-17 XI and a two-day game against Warwickshire’s Under-19 side.
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German Youth discover cricket
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The Pedagogium in Schwerin has become the first school in eastern Germany to incorporate cricket into its sports syllabus.
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ECB’s broadband TV channel is great news for European cricket fans
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European cricket fans, starved of the chance to watch live international cricket from the UK for almost a decade, will be able to do just that once more thanks to the launch of the England & Wales Cricket Board’s official broadband TV service, ECBtv.
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Development Program Annual Awards presented at ECC Presidents’ Day
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The highlight of last weekend’s ECC Presidents’ Day at Lord’s was the presentation of the ICC Development Program Annual Awards by MCC Secretary & Chief Executive Roger Knight and ECB Chief Executive David Collier.
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How do you raise public awareness of cricket in a country like Finland?
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Part of the answer is clearly through the annual ECC Presidents’ Day at Lord’s.
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Estonia gets kitted out
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Cricket development in Estonia received a massive boost when a lorry load of cricket equipment arrived at the ECA offices in Tallinn.
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Two more Scottish grounds approved for ODI’s
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The ICC has formally approved the use of two more Scottish grounds for ODI matches following an official visit last month by Emirates Elite Panel Match Referee Chris Broad.
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ECC goes large … in La Manga
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After the successful running of this year’s Cricket Centre of Excellence and European Cricket Academy at the La Manga Club, ambitious plans are afoot for the creation of a European Cricket Centre at the Spanish sporting resort.
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Cricket Scotland Chief to become ICC Development Programs Manager
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Current Cricket Scotland Chief Executive Officer Roddy Smith has today been announced as the ICC Development Programs Manager.
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Scotland’s Drinnen plays down “favourites” tag for ICC Intercontinental Cup
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Scotland coach Peter Drinnen has played down the suggestion his side are favourites for the opening Group A match in this year’s ICC Intercontinental Cup, against Namibia in Aberdeen starting on Thursday.
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Netherlands and Scotland to host ICC global events
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The ICC World Cricket League Division One will bring together the top six Associate Members in the world and will be hosted by The Netherlands in 2010 while ICC World Cup Qualifier in 2013 (formerley ICC Trophy) will be hosted by Scotland.
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ICC Twenty20 World Championship to begin in South Africa
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The ICC Twenty20 World Championship will begin in September 2007 with a 12-team nine day event in South Africa.
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Irish knock over one day kings
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Ireland have knocked over five times C&G Trophy winners Gloucestershire by 47 runs in Gloucester to record their first ever victory over county first class opposition away from home.
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Tegernsee Indoor Tournament
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This year's tournament attracted teams from Austria CC Wien, Zuoz (Switzerland) and a combined Swiss Under 15 side.
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First French Under 19 Indoor Tournament
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Eight teams gathered from all parts of France to participate in the first Under 19 Indoor National Cup in Le Touquet.
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Coláiste Phádraig enter league
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The Leinster schools cricket leagues have welcomed a newcomer in Coláiste Phádraig, a boy's secondary school in Lucan.
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Junior Cricket comes to Munich
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Following a very successful ECB Level 1 course held recently in Munich, junior cricket coaching sessions have been held at the European School in Munich.
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La Manga hosts Ireland Under 15
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The Ireland Under 15 squad visited La Manga Club on a tour which included two games against the Spanish Under 15 XI.
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Cricket Scotland/Lloyds TSB Scotland triumph in the ICC Development Program Annual Awards 2005
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The ICC today announced the global winners of the ICC Development Program Awards 2005 with Cricket Scotland triumphant for the European Region.
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Africa’s triple joy as global winners of ICC Development Program Annual Awards announced
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The European Region is represented by Cricket Scotland/Lloyds TSB Scotland, who narrowly missed out on the Best Overall Development Program award, as they won the Best Cricket Promotional Award for the second year running.
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Austria rekindles indoor interest
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The excellently-appointed Universitätssportzentrum Graz played host to the inaugural Graz Indoor Cricket Tournament.
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Cyprus Winter Six-a-sides
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Winter cricket arrived in Cyprus with the sixes tournament held on a sunny but cool January day.
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ECC Governance, Admin & Management Forum
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The ECC's Governance, Administration and Management Forum took place on 17th and 18th March 2006 at Lord's.
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Prague Bohemians Sixes 2006
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On 26-27 August the Prague Bohemians are organising a six-a-side tournament with a difference.
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Centre of Excellence & Academy
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April sees the ECC Centre of Excellence and European Cricket Academy take place at La Manga Club in Spain.
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Ireland, Netherlands and Scotland all bid for ICC global tournaments
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Scotland have submitted a bid to host a potential Twenty20 World Championship, while Ireland and the Netherlands have submitted to host Division One of the ICC’s World Cricket League or the ICC World Cup Qualifier (formerly ICC Trophy).
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ICC European Development Program announces regional award winners
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The ECC has announced the regional winners of the 2005 ICC Development Program Annual Awards, with Cricket Scotland leading the way with two awards.
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ODI boost for Europe's top 3
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced a dramatic increase in the programme of One-Day International (ODI) cricket for the six Associate Member countries that will participate in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2007.
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Portugal's Paulo reports from Middlesex
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Portuguese Development Officer Paolo Buccimazza on his recent visit to England to obtain his ECB Level II Coaching Award.
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Danes take Indoor Championship
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Denmark beat holders Hellas by 41 runs in the final at Lord's to become the ECC European Indoor Champions 2006.
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Belgium hosts Triangular
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Belgium hosted France and a Kent side in an indoor tournament in Mechelen.
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Swiss Club in Ice Cricket win
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The 17th annual Cricket on Ice tournament in St Moritz was won by Winthertur CC.
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Belgium tour India
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A Belgian youth side visited Bombay to play several matches, including one against the Netherlands' Under 17 side.
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Scotland heavily defeated by Namibia
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Namibia coach Andy Waller said his side's convincing seven wicket win over Scotland was down to what the players had learnt from their previous matches against India and Sri Lanka.
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Nepal's convincing win over Ireland
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Nepal scored a convincing and thoroughly deserved 60-run win over fellow Associate side Ireland to earn a Plate Championship quarter-final against Uganda.
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Ireland almost pull off famous victory
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Ireland lost by just 4 runs in a nail-biting finish against England in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup.
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Austrians rekindle interest indoors
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Europe’s Annual Support Programme funding has provided new Austrian clubs with cricket equipment in order to start the game up.
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ICC President pays tribute to Trevor Henry
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International Cricket Council (ICC) President Ehsan Mani today paid tribute to Trevor Henry, the distinguished Irish international umpire, who has passed away at the age of 51.
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Ireland humbled by Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe humbled Ireland in Group D’s opening match of the ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo on Sunday.
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Sri Lanka given fright by Scotland
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Sri Lanka got the fright of their lives before seeing off Associate side Scotland by four wickets on the opening day of the ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup at the R.Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.
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Speed opens ICC U/19 CWC, says event has “truly come of age”
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ICC Chief Executive Officer Malcolm Speed hailed the ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup (ICC U/19 CWC), which starts in Colombo, Sri Lanka on Sunday, as an event that has truly come of age.
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Scotland coach says Under 19 World Cup offers players a stepping stone to the Caribbean
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Scotland coach Peter Drinnen has said solid performances from his players at the ICC Under 19 Cricket World Cup in Sri Lanka could catapult them into contention for the senior event in the Caribbean next year.
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ICC Intercontinental Cup 2006 schedule announced
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the schedule for the ICC Intercontinental Cup 2006 with 14 matches scheduled to take place across four continents.
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Hellas seek to defend indoor title at ‘home of cricket’
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Hellas (Greece) will defend their European Cricket Council (ECC) Indoor Championship crown at Lord’s Cricket Ground from 10 to 12 February 2006.
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Scotland looking to provide "a real challenge" to opponents
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Scotland coach Peter Drinnen says his side are looking to provide their opponents with "a real challenge" at the ICC Under 19 Cricket World Cup.
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ICC announces Development Program Annual Awards 2005 Judging Panel
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The ICC has announced the judging panel for the global level of the ICC Development Program Annual Awards for 2005.
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Ireland aim high at ICC Under 19 Cricket World Cup
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Their aim is to make it through to the Super League stages of the tournament, which would be a first for an Irish team.
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MCC sign another European
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MCC have announced the signing of Danish Cricketer Michael Pederson for 2006. Pederson first came to Lord's last summer on an ECC funded two week trial.
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ECC Indoor Championship 2006
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The schedule for next month's European Indoor Championship which celebrates the 10th year of the European Cricket Council.
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Swiss Junior Tournament
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Switzerland's future stars showed off their budding talent at the inaugural Junior Cricket Tournament in Basel in November.
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Middlesex visit for Paulo
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Portuguese Development Officer Paulo Buccimazza is attending the Middlesex CCC Indoor School for tw weeks.
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Israel to host international event
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The European Cricket Council (ECC) has announced its tournament schedule for 2006 with Israel set to host its first international cricket event.
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Netherlands demonstrate Power of One at ICC Winter Training Camp
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The ICC's Brian Murgatroyd reports on Dutch international Tom de Grooth's experience at the ICC's Winter Training Camp.
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