CricketEurope Scotland News 2012

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Scots miss out on BPL deal Scots miss out on BPL deal ( )

Pete Steindl last night expressed disappointment after none of his Saltires stars landed a deal in the Bangladesh Premier League.

Kelburne sign Qasim Sheikh Kelburne sign Qasim Sheikh ( )

Kelburne Cricket Club have pulled off a sensational signing coup by recruiting the services of Scotland ace Qasim Sheikh for the 2013 season.

Cross and Coleman awarded contracts Cross and Coleman awarded contracts ( )

Two of Scotland’s up-and-coming stars have been awarded Cricket Scotland development retainers - Freddie Coleman and Matthew Cross.

Scotland searching for top class professional Scotland searching for top class professional ( )

Saltires chiefs have launched a worldwide search for a high-profile professional to spearhead their final CB40 campaign

Majid Haq takes over captaincy at Clydesdale Majid Haq takes over captaincy at Clydesdale ( )

Haq will take the reins as the Glasgow side bid to improve on last season’s second place finish in the CS Western Premier division.

Farrar bound for Australia Farrar bound for Australia ( )

The teenager will head to the prestigious Darren Lehmann Academy in Adelaide early in the New Year after winning a Cricket Scotland Racionzer Scholarship.

Brown keen on Warwickshire coaching job Brown keen on Warwickshire coaching job ( )

Brown, currently assistant to Bears No1 Ashley Giles, wants the Director of Cricket role when Giles leaves to become England’s one-day coach next month.

Judd backs Chalmers to shine Judd backs Chalmers to shine ( )

Tony Judd has backed Ewan Chalmers to become the Saltires next batting star.

Scotland announce CB40 fixtures Scotland announce CB40 fixtures ( )

Cricket Scotland has announced their full list of fixtures in the Clydesdale Bank 40 competition for 2013.

Australia Test for Scotland Australia Test for Scotland ( )

Scotland are being lined-up to face Australia in an unofficial “Test” match.

Australia A to play Scotland Australia A to play Scotland ( )

Scotland will meet Australia A next season in a four-day fixture prior to the Ashes series.

Scotland set to increase pool of professional players Scotland set to increase pool of professional players ( )

The Scottish Saltires are set to increase their pool of professional players when they announce a new round of contracts this week.

James is Scotland’s top young coach James is Scotland’s top young coach ( )

Kinross Cricket Club coach, James Ross, has been named Sport Scotland’s Young Coach of the Year and is one of the three finalists in the UK Young Coach of the Year awards.

Kenny Reid Down Under (1) Kenny Reid Down Under (1) ( )

Aberdeenshire batsman Kenny Reid has just hit an unbeaten 50 in his Australian club’s latest victory. Here, Kenny shares his thoughts about his trIp Down Under.

Parker blow for Scotland Parker blow for Scotland ( )

Saltires star Matthew Parker’s cricket career was hanging in the balance last night after he was ordered not to bowl again.

Scotland share spoils with NW XI Scotland share spoils with NW XI ( )

Scotland ended their South African touring by squaring their T20 double header with a North West XI.

Lions fail to be tamed by Scotland Lions fail to be tamed by Scotland ( )

Scotland’s hopes of taming the Highveld Lions were dashed by a disastrous batting collapse in Johannesburg.

More last over misery for Scotland More last over misery for Scotland ( )

Scotland suffered a second dose of last-over misery against North West Dragons in Potchefstroom yesterday.

Last ball agony for Scotland Last ball agony for Scotland ( )

Scotland’s cricketers suffered last-ball despair yesterday as their latest South African tour match ended in an agonising one-run defeat.

Women's U19 Squad in Forth Road Fundraiser Women's U19 Squad in Forth Road Fundraiser ( )

Scotland women’s Under 19 Development squad are setting out to raise funds, starting with a sponsored walk over the famous Forth Road Bridge on Sunday 28th October, starting at 11am.

Lucky seven for Scotland as Berrington stars Lucky seven for Scotland as Berrington stars ( )

Run hungry Richie Berrington produced the starring role as Scotland finally broke their tour duck in South Africa at the seventh attempt.

Davey heroics in vain as Scotland lose to Dragons Davey heroics in vain as Scotland lose to Dragons ( )

Josh Davey’s all-round heroics proved in vain last night as the Saltires failed to break their tour duck in South Africa.

Scotland opt out of CB50 Scotland opt out of CB50 ( )

Cricket Scotland had put forward to the ECB that ongoing participation in their domestic structure was not a priority.

Berrington and Iqbal almost give Scotland dramatic win Berrington and Iqbal almost give Scotland dramatic win ( )

Scotland were denied victory in a dramatic finale to their latest tour match in South Africa.

Steindl welcomes revamped CB40 competition Steindl welcomes revamped CB40 competition ( )

Pete Steindl has welcomed plans for a revamped CB40 tournament.

Scotland must get greedy Scotland must get greedy ( )

Scotland coach Pete Steindl last night ordered his batsmen to get greedy as they bid to set up a victory chance against North West Dragons.

Haq upstages county stars Haq upstages county stars ( )

Majid Haq last night upstaged the county recruits as Scotland enjoyed a run feast on the opening day of their latest tour match in South Africa.

Scotland Wildcats get their kit on in fundraising effort Scotland Wildcats get their kit on in fundraising effort ( )

Aberdeen cricketer, Abbi Aitken, is working to help raise £15,000, which will enable the Scottish Wildcats to compete in an MCC tournament in Dubai next year.

Judd resigns as Scotland assistant coach Judd resigns as Scotland assistant coach ( )

TONY Judd last night resigned as Saltires assistant coach to take up a top job in his native Australia.

Davey unavailable for Scotland CB40 campaign Davey unavailable for Scotland CB40 campaign ( )

Josh Davey has signed a new deal with Middlesex in which he will play only international matches for Scotland.

Dragons beat Scotland in thriller Dragons beat Scotland in thriller ( )

Last night the Scots were denied a first victory on the tour when North West Dragons edged to a tense two-wicket win.

Coughtrie and Flannigan shine in drawn game Coughtrie and Flannigan shine in drawn game ( )

Scotland’s tour match against North West Dragons was abandoned as a draw after a violent electrical storm struck Potchefstroom.

Machan sparkles with hundred in South Africa Machan sparkles with hundred in South Africa ( )

Saltires recruit Matt Machan made his mark with a maiden century on just his third international appearance yesterday.

Spirited Scotland fall short against KKR Spirited Scotland fall short against KKR ( )

Scotland’s tourists came up short as one of the world’s best T20 teams proved just too strong at Senwes Park, Potchfestroom.

Flannigan hoping for run feast in South Africa Flannigan hoping for run feast in South Africa ( )

Run-hungry Ryan Flannigan is ready to make up for an action-starved Scottish summer in sunny South Africa.

Steindl upbeat as Scotland jet to South Africa Steindl upbeat as Scotland jet to South Africa ( )

Upbeat Pete Steindl last night looked forward to Scotland’s tour to South Africa and claimed size matters.

Scotland tour schedule is released Scotland tour schedule is released ( )

The Scotland XI will play 13 matches on their month-long trip to South Africa.

Reid and Tomlinson ready for Aussie challenge Reid and Tomlinson ready for Aussie challenge ( )

Aberdeenshire coach Neil MacRae believes a stint in Australian cricket will toughen-up two of his most promising players.

Coughtrie ends seven year itch Coughtrie ends seven year itch ( )

Proud Richard Coughtrie will end a seven-year wait when he finally pulls on a Saltires shirt.

Scotland announce tour party for South Africa Scotland announce tour party for South Africa ( )

The Scotland XI will face reigning IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders during their month long tour.

Scotland to tour South Africa Scotland to tour South Africa ( )

Cricket Scotland today announced that a Scotland XI squad will embark on a month long tour of South Africa, departing in early October.

Bring back Blain Bring back Blain ( )

He's been ostracised. Demonised. Excommunicated by Scotland’s cricketing authorities in much the same way that Steven Fletcher has been banished by our football hierarchy.

Inspired Chalmers the difference as Watsonians grab final glory Inspired Chalmers the difference as Watsonians grab final glory ( )

Stuart Chalmers believes namesake Ewan has cemented his place in the Saltires team after batting Watsonians to Grand Final glory.

Watsonians edge Dumfries in low scoring thriller Watsonians edge Dumfries in low scoring thriller ( )

A brilliant innings by Saltires batsman Ewan Chalmers steered Watsonians to victory in Cricket Scotland’s first Grand Final at Grange Loan.

Dumfries and Watsonians face off in grand final Dumfries and Watsonians face off in grand final ( )

Cricket Scotland’s revamped domestic structure, featuring Eastern and Western Conferences, had its share of critics when it was introduced at the start of the season.

Scotland Lions earn draw with Northants Scotland Lions earn draw with Northants ( )

Scotland Lions may have ended their season without a win against county opposition but they can at least reflect with some satisfaction on their final contest against Northants.

Heriot's triumph in Scottish Cup final Heriot's triumph in Scottish Cup final ( )

Heriot's last night won the Scottish Cup for the third time in their history and denied Watsonians a league-and-cup double in a final played out in welcome sunshine at Titwood, Glasgow.

Geary delight as Dumfries lift title Geary delight as Dumfries lift title ( )

Josh Geary expressed his pride after guiding Dumfries to the Western Premier Division title on Saturday.

SMRH confirmed 'raining' champions SMRH confirmed 'raining' champions ( )

SMRH will have plenty of time to savour their celebrations today after being confirmed as "raining" champions of the Eastern Zone of the First Division.

Watsonians and Grange in race for title Watsonians and Grange in race for title ( )

The spotlight will be on the south side of Edinburgh where the outcome of matches a couple of miles apart will determine the destiny of the Eastern Premiership crown.

Dumfries on verge of greatness Dumfries on verge of greatness ( )

Three sides can still win the championship going into a potentially thrilling final Saturday. For top flight newcomers Dumfries the equation is simple: win today and the title is theirs.

English leads SMRH to title glory English leads SMRH to title glory ( )

CEDRIC English, the former Saltires and Carlton all-rounder, has taken just one season to lead SMRH to the Eastern First Division title, a triumph that was confirmed amid further downpours on Saturday.

Scotland Lions squad to face Durham II Scotland Lions squad to face Durham II ( )

Cricket Scotland has announced their Lions squad to face Durham II in a three day match at Longhirst Hall starting on 28 August.

Bailwal confident Forfar can bounce back Bailwal confident Forfar can bounce back ( )

AMAN Bailwal last night insisted fallen giants Forfarshire can bounce back to the top flight of Scottish cricket at the first time of asking.

Crucial battles as season enters home straight Crucial battles as season enters home straight ( )

Dumfries, West and Clydesdale all in the mix as the season enters the final stages.

Renfrew and SMRH ready to celebrate Renfrew and SMRH ready to celebrate ( )

RENFREW and SMRH are on the brink of launching their promotion parties as each club should cement their status as champions of the West and East First Division zones respectively today.

Mixed emotions for Burnett as season comes to close Mixed emotions for Burnett as season comes to close ( )

ARBROATH skipper Fraser Burnett admitted to experiencing a cocktail of emotions as he contemplated the final two weekends of the weather-ravaged Eastern Premier campaign.

Sheikh slams Steindl Sheikh slams Steindl ( )

Pete Steindl is an under-13 coach who has been given a national coaching job. I don’t understand why nobody is looking at his record – which is dismal – and asking why he is still there.

Scotland beaten by Somerset Scotland beaten by Somerset ( )

Scotland’s CB40 campaign ended in familiar disappointment – and rain - as Somerset cruised to a comfortable win at Bothwell Castle Policies yesterday.

Dumfries and West gain last over wins Dumfries and West gain last over wins ( )

The season may have been blighted by rain and fears over declining standards but the Western Premier Division is at least poised for a dramatic finale.

Arbroath stun Grange Arbroath stun Grange ( )

Arbroath skipper Fraser Burnett admitted early in the campaign that his side would not win the race to land the Eastern Premier Division crown.

SMRH on verge of title SMRH on verge of title ( )

SMRH skipper Mark Burgess is was refusing to count his chickens after his side took another giant leap towards the Eastern First Division championship.

Heriot's defeat Carlton to reach cup final Heriot's defeat Carlton to reach cup final ( )

A battling half-century by Kevin McLaren propelled Heriot's into the Scottish Cup Final at the expense of capital rivals Carlton.

Crucial weekend for West and Greenock Crucial weekend for West and Greenock ( )

The avoidance of relegation and the pursuit of the title are the contrasting aims of these two old rivals.

Scotland squad for final CB40 match Scotland squad for final CB40 match ( )

The Scottish Saltires take on Somerset at Uddingston on Sunday in their final match of the 2012 Clydesdale Bank 40 competition.

John Edrich fundraising golf day John Edrich fundraising golf day ( )

Former England and Surrey cricketer John Edrich MBE is organising a fundraising golf day this autumn to raise funds for the cancer charity he credits with helping him overcome leukaemia.

Greenock give themselves lifeline Greenock give themselves lifeline ( )

Greenock headed back down the M8 having secured a morale-boosting victory to lift them off the foot of the table and restore belief that they can still dodge the drop to division one.

Carlton crowned T20 champions Carlton crowned T20 champions ( )

Carlton were last night crowned T20 champions of Scotland after snuffing out the challenge of giant-killers East Kilbride.

Grange timing title charge to perfection Grange timing title charge to perfection ( )

GRANGE would appear to have timed their surge to perfection with only three rounds of fixtures left in the race for the Eastern Premier crown.

Ramzan boosts Renfrew championship hopes Ramzan boosts Renfrew championship hopes ( )

VETERAN campaigner Mohammed Ramzan produced another solid knock to boost Renfrew's prospects of landing the Western First Divison championship.

Clydesdale on course for title Clydesdale on course for title ( )

A look at the weekend fixtures as the season enters crucial phase.

Scotland Under 19s lose warm-up against Australia Scotland Under 19s lose warm-up against Australia ( )

Scotland went down by 70 runs to Australia in their final World Cup warm-up match in Brisbane.

Scotland suffer Durham wash-out Scotland suffer Durham wash-out ( )

The Saltires bid for a morale-boosting CB40 win was shelved yesterday when their clash with Durham was abandoned without a ball bowled.

Drumpellier edge out West Drumpellier edge out West ( )

A few short weeks ago it was a case of “disconsolate Drumpellier” as this summer’s rains took a particularly heavy toll on the Coatbridge cricketers.

Sheridan shines in Poloc win over Kelburne Sheridan shines in Poloc win over Kelburne ( )

Self-confessed "old fossil" Keith Sheridan marked his first league appearance for more than two years by playing a major part in Poloc's crucial West Zone First Division win against Kelburne at Shawholm.

Knox shoulders blame for Watsonians victory Knox shoulders blame for Watsonians victory ( )

Candid captain Steve Knox has shoudered the blame for the defeat for Heriot's that enabled Watsonians to take another significant step towards the CSL Eastern Premiership crown.

West hunting Championship glory West hunting Championship glory ( )

Former Scotland batsman Dougie Lockhart turned back the clock with a fine century as West stayed in the hunt for championship glory with victory at Uddingston.

Smith plays down Saltires hotel incident Smith plays down Saltires hotel incident ( )

Cricket Scotland chief excutive, Roddy Smith, has responded to allegations that several members of the Scottish Saltires squad were involved in acts of vandalism and rowdy behaviour in a Somerset hotel last month.

Saltires name squad to face Durham Saltires name squad to face Durham ( )

Cricket Scotland has today announced the squad for the upcoming Clydesdale Bank 40 match with Durham at Uddingston this Sunday.

Watsonians on course for double glory Watsonians on course for double glory ( )

Amidst the abandonments and apocalyptic conditions in this wretched summer, Watsonians are in the process of amassing a remarkable record in their League and Cup campaigns.

Uddingston to host Somerset clash Uddingston to host Somerset clash ( )

Cricket Scotland has announced that the final CB40 fixture of the 2012 season against Somerset (19 August) has been rearranged and will now be held at Uddingston.

Brooks lands dream role with Gibraltar Brooks lands dream role with Gibraltar ( )

Myreside president Ross Brooks will take over as general manager of the sport's ruling body in Gibraltar at the end of the season.

Scotland thrashed by Glamorgan Scotland thrashed by Glamorgan ( )

They travelled to Cardiff in confident mood following last week’s historic T20 victory over Bangladesh.

Clydesdale defeat Dumfries to go top Clydesdale defeat Dumfries to go top ( )

Clydesdale were celebrating at the double on Saturday night after producing a gutsy display to defeat Dumfries.

Burnett ready for battle against Carlton Burnett ready for battle against Carlton ( )

"Same again boys." That will be the message from Arbroath skipper Fraser Burnett when they go into battle against Premiership champions Carlton with a fresh dose of confidence.

Kampman pleads to the Gods Kampman pleads to the Gods ( )

East Kilbride stalwart Brian Kampman last night begged the rain gods to deal out some belated mercy in the direction of Torrance House this weekend.

Drummond and Stander miss Glamorgan tie Drummond and Stander miss Glamorgan tie ( )

The Saltires skipper, who led the side to an historic T20 win over Bangladesh on Tuesday, is unable to travel to Cardiff due to work commitments.

Clydesdale meet Dumfries in vital clash Clydesdale meet Dumfries in vital clash ( )

Second top hosts the league leaders in the undoubted match-of the-day in the west. Clydesdale, seen by many as pre-season favourites, suffered an early blip in the corresponding fixture at Nunholm.

Notts post mortem catalyst for Scotland victory Notts post mortem catalyst for Scotland victory ( )

Scotland’s Richie Berrington has revealed how a post-match team meeting, in the aftermath of defeat against Nottinghamshire last weekend, acted as the catalyst for the Scots to gain a famous victory.

Brilliant Berrington batters Bangladesh Brilliant Berrington batters Bangladesh ( )

They were written off in some quarters as no-hopers but Scotland’s cricketers always believed they were capable of a famous win and, inspired by a superb century from Richie Berrington, they proved the point by humbling Bangladesh

Berrington blitz stuns Bangladesh Berrington blitz stuns Bangladesh ( )

Richie Berrington inspired Scotland to their first ever victory against a Full Member in a recognised international, when his brilliant hundred secured a 34 run win against Bangladesh in Voorburg.

Drummond keen to get teeth into Tigers Drummond keen to get teeth into Tigers ( )

Defiant Gordon Drummond is convinced the Saltires can rise to their biggest challenge of the season at The Hague in Holland today.

Scotland hammered by Notts Scotland hammered by Notts ( )

SCOTLAND’s hopes of completing a CB40 double over Notts were dashed in the Trent Bridge sunshine as the county cruised to an easy 88-run win.

McElnea leads Ayr to win over West McElnea leads Ayr to win over West ( )

Andi McElnea emerged as the somewhat unlikely bowling hero as Ayr knocked West of Scotland from their perch at the top of the table with an impressive four-wicket win at Hamilton Crescent.

Steel knock leads Penicuik to victory Steel knock leads Penicuik to victory ( )

Rookie skipper Kris Steel is banking on Penicuik's victory over Corstorphine to spark a meaningful revival in his side's fortunes.

Burnett hundred helps Arbroath to vital win Burnett hundred helps Arbroath to vital win ( )

Jubilant Arbroath skipper Fraser Burnett last night relived one of the best shots of his career - and admitted it was worth every penny of the £25 it cost him!

Oliver blitz helps Carlton crush Clydesdale Oliver blitz helps Carlton crush Clydesdale ( )

Sean Olivier produced a devastating spell of bowling as Carlton crushed Clydesdale to claim a ticket to the Scottish Cup semi finals.

Uddingston to host Scotland versus Durham clash Uddingston to host Scotland versus Durham clash ( )

Cricket Scotland has announced that the CB40 fixture between the Scottish Saltires and Durham Dynamos will now take place at Uddingston.

Return to league action for Scottish clubs Return to league action for Scottish clubs ( )

League cricket returns following a three-week mid-summer break for scheduled Scottish Cup action, much of which failed to take place.

Scotland squad to meet Bangladesh Scotland squad to meet Bangladesh ( )

Scotland have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 clash with Bangladesh at Voorburg on 24 July.

Smith disappointment at England cancellation Smith disappointment at England cancellation ( )

Roddy Smith, the chief executive of Cricket Scotland, has spoken of his frustration and disappointment at the confirmation that next month's scheduled meeting between Scotland and England has been cancelled.

Scotland v England ODI is cancelled Scotland v England ODI is cancelled ( )

The recent flooding at the ground has left over a third of the ground under water; in some areas it is over five feet deep.

Mommsen frustrated at batting failure Mommsen frustrated at batting failure ( )

Preston Mommsen is one of life’s sanguine characters, but even the prolific Carlton batsmen could not disguise his frustration at the manner in which the Scottish Saltires capitulated to a 60-run defeat against Somerset at Taunton on Sunday.

Kelburne and Stenhousemuir reach quarter-finals Kelburne and Stenhousemuir reach quarter-finals ( )

At least one club from the second tier is sure of claiming a place in the Scottish Cup semi-finals - thanks to another weather ravaged weekend.

Saltires well beaten at Somerset Saltires well beaten at Somerset ( )

Eight overs of mayhem were sufficient to cost the Saltires their chance of a second CB40 victory of the season against Somerset at Taunton yesterday.

Clydesdale triumph against Arbroath Clydesdale triumph against Arbroath ( )

The Scottish Cup pedigree of Clydesdale shone through as they triumphed in their sectional decider with Arbroath at Titwood.

Scottish Cup reaches critical juncture Scottish Cup reaches critical juncture ( )

THE impact of the Scottish Cup may have been severely dilluted by the midsummer monsoons, but there is still plenty to play for as the competition reaches the final round of group tussles this weekend.

Proud Mommsen surprised by Scottish captaincy role Proud Mommsen surprised by Scottish captaincy role ( )

Proud Preston Mommsen last night revealed his surprise after being named Saltires skipper for the clash with Somerset.

Cricket Scotland Prepare for Festival Square Takeover Cricket Scotland Prepare for Festival Square Takeover ( )

Cricket Scotland’s partners, Cricket Factory, will be bringing their full rig to the capital for the event, which will allow anyone and everyone the opportunity to try their skills at Scotland’s fastest growing participation sport.

MacLeod leads Scotland to victory over Canada MacLeod leads Scotland to victory over Canada ( )

Calum MacLeod produced a match-winning innings but fell just one run short of a maiden ODI century as Scotland ended their long wait for action by easing past Canada at Ayr.

Scotland name squad for Somerset clash Scotland name squad for Somerset clash ( )

The team will hope to maintain their winning form but will have to make do without Gordon Drummond who misses out due to work commitments. Preston Mommsen will captain the team in his absence.

Scotland v Canada clash to go ahead Scotland v Canada clash to go ahead ( )

Scotland's action-starved cricketers are finally set to end their enforced mid-summer break when they face Canada today.

Scots suffer Canadian wash-out Scots suffer Canadian wash-out ( )

Scotland’s World Cup qualifying hopes suffered a blow last night as rain again took its toll.

Scotland v England game in jeopardy Scotland v England game in jeopardy ( )

Worried Scotland cricket officials fear they will have to call off their showpiece clash with England – more than a month before it is due to be staged.

Scots' hopes are hit as Grange is submerged Scots' hopes are hit as Grange is submerged ( )

Scottish cricket was hit by more weather woes last night when its premier venue was left under five feet of water.

Scotland v Canada switched to Ayr Scotland v Canada switched to Ayr ( )

Grange ruled unplayable after river bursts its banks and floods playing area.

Scotland against Canada suffers wash-out Scotland against Canada suffers wash-out ( )

Scotland’s Intercontinental Cup clash with Canada looks doomed to be abandoned without a ball bowled after yesterday’s play was washed-out.

Scotland attempt to recreate history after second day wash out Scotland attempt to recreate history after second day wash out ( )

Scotland’s cricketers will attempt to turn back the clock during the next 48 hours by beating Canada inside two days.

Steindl upbeat despite Scottish postponement Steindl upbeat despite Scottish postponement ( )

Positive Pete Steindl last night refused to concede defeat to the weather after the first day of his side’s Intercontinental Cup clash with Canada was washed-out.

Burnett believes National League doomed to failure Burnett believes National League doomed to failure ( )

Arbroath captain Fraser Burnett believes the newly revamped Scottish national league set-up is doomed to failure by automatic promotion and relegation.

Weather decimates Scottish fixtures yet again Weather decimates Scottish fixtures yet again ( )

There was more misery for Strathmore Union and East League cricketers on Saturday as rain again decimated the fixture list.

Scotland must use ICC cash windfall wisely Scotland must use ICC cash windfall wisely ( )

Scotland must use the finance to think bigger and internationally if they are to catch up with Ireland.

Uddingston cup hat-trick bid hampered by weather Uddingston cup hat-trick bid hampered by weather ( )

Ricky Bawa fears Uddingston’s hopes of winning the Scottish Cup for the third year in a row could be wrecked by rain.

GSCA 2012 Junior Final won by Eastwood High School GSCA 2012 Junior Final won by Eastwood High School ( )

The Glasgow Schools' Cricket Association Junior Final was won by Eastwood High School who defeated Shawlands Academy in the final at Poloc CC.

Scots beat Irish Universities twice in a day Scots beat Irish Universities twice in a day ( )

Scottish Students defeated Irish Universities in two T20 matches on Wednesday to take an unassailable lead in the Celtic Cup.

Scotland U19 World Cup Squad Scotland U19 World Cup Squad ( )

Cricket Scotland has announced its final squad of 15 players for the forthcoming Under 19 Cricket World Cup in Australia.

Double celebration for Coleman Double celebration for Coleman ( )

Scotland rookie Freddie Coleman was celebrating last night after claiming one of English cricket's most prestigious prizes.

Scotland boosted by ICC decisions Scotland boosted by ICC decisions ( )

The ICC Board meeting held today in Kuala Lumpur, some significant decisions affecting Cricket Scotland were agreed.

Scottish Students in huge victory over Irish Scottish Students in huge victory over Irish ( )

Scottish Students got their quest for the Celtic Cup off to a fine start with a 166 runs victory over their Irish counterparts in Dublin.

McElnea hoping to be Wizard in Oz McElnea hoping to be Wizard in Oz ( )

McElnea delight at being included in Under 19 World Cup squad.

Scotland unleash big guns for Canadian clashes Scotland unleash big guns for Canadian clashes ( )

Scotland will unleash their county big guns when they face Canada in two crucial World Cricket League fixtures next month.

Oliver re-elected to ICC Board Oliver re-elected to ICC Board ( )

Cricket Scotland chairman Keith Oliver was yesterday re-elected to the Executive Board of the ICC.

MacLeod handed Northants opportunity MacLeod handed Northants opportunity ( )

Scotland star Calum MacLeod is ready to launch his latest quest to prove he is good enough to thrive on the English county circuit

McLean stars in Arbroath win McLean stars in Arbroath win ( )

While the Cricket Scotland League suffered a second consecutive washout on Saturday, two games in the Strathmore and Perthshire Union Premier Division beat the elements.

Irish and Scottish students lock horns Irish and Scottish students lock horns ( )

Irish Universities play host this week to the newly renamed Scottish Students in a series of 50 over and T20 matches.

Scotland Lions squad announced Scotland Lions squad announced ( )

The squad will be led by Richie Berrington, while Preston Mommsen will be joining the squad after facing the Australians for Leicestershire last week.

Patel stars as MCC take control against Scotland Patel stars as MCC take control against Scotland ( )

Former Scotland batsman Sanjay Patel was the star of the show as MCC claimed the upper-hand against a strong Lions outfit yesterday.

Scottish domestic calendar decimated by the weather Scottish domestic calendar decimated by the weather ( )

Scottish cricket suffered its first complete washout of the season on Saturday when all sixteen scheduled CSL fixtures were called-off.

Lions squad announced for MCC clash Lions squad announced for MCC clash ( )

The Scotland Lions and MCC squads have been announced for a three-day match starting Wednesday (20-22 June) at Cambusdoon, Ayr.

Clydesdale face derby encounter with West Clydesdale face derby encounter with West ( )

A look ahead to the weekend games in the Western Division - weather permitting.

Focused Farid determined to get back onto international stage Focused Farid determined to get back onto international stage ( )

One of the more heartening aspects of the season has been the return to prime form of Kasim Farid, whose splendid performances have helped propel Clydesdale towards the summit of the Western Premier competition.

Scotland squander good start against Ireland Scotland squander good start against Ireland ( )

Scotland's shadow cricketers surrendered the initiative to their Irish counterparts at Uddingston last night.

Saltires look to fringe players for Ireland clash Saltires look to fringe players for Ireland clash ( )

Saltires fringe players will get the chance to stake their claim for promotion in this week’s three-day clash with Ireland A at Uddingston.

Mommsen called up by Leicestershire Mommsen called up by Leicestershire ( )

Carlton will be without Scotland all-rounder Preston Mommsen for several weeks - yet skipper Fraser Watts is delighted.

Carruthers confident Ferguslie destined for top flight Carruthers confident Ferguslie destined for top flight ( )

Ferguslie bowling hero Jamey Carruthers has stressed his confidence that the Paisley club are heading back to the top flight.

Thyssen stars as Ayr defeat Stirling Thyssen stars as Ayr defeat Stirling ( )

It is not often that cricket silverware is handed out in June but Ayr’s victory over Stirling at New Williamfield on Saturday was worth more than ten valuable points in their quest to climb up the table.

Tracey full of praise for Cedric English Tracey full of praise for Cedric English ( )

Brayden Tracey shrugged aside his amazing scoring feats for SMRH - and heaped praise on former Scotland star Cedric English for his influence on the club.

Burnett backs Arbroath to come good Burnett backs Arbroath to come good ( )

Unflustered Arbroath skipper Fraser Burnett has backed his team to finally shake off the cobwebs and launch their quest for Eastern Premiership glory

Table topping Dumfries face Uddingston in vital clash Table topping Dumfries face Uddingston in vital clash ( )

A preview of the top games in the Western Premier league.

Vibrant East Kilbride develop whole club mentality Vibrant East Kilbride develop whole club mentality ( )

The days when Scotland’s leading cricket clubs used to hire expensive imports, who would score 120 and/or take seven for 30 every other week, before jetting off into the sunset, never to be seen again, are mercifully being consigned to the past.

Scottish Students make it a Jubilee double Scottish Students make it a Jubilee double ( )

The Scottish Students continued their winning form with a 71 runs win over the Scotland Under 18s.

Scotland frustrated by weather against Surrey Scotland frustrated by weather against Surrey ( )

Scotland’s CB40 frustrations continued yesterday when their meeting with Surrey fell victim to rain at the Kia Oval.

Scottish Students defeat MCC Scottish Students defeat MCC ( )

Abel Smith and McBride guide students to landmark victory over MCC.

Scotland pay cost for missed chances against Hampshire Scotland pay cost for missed chances against Hampshire ( )

Scotland went down fighting against Hampshire in the opening encounter of their Diamond Jubilee double header.

Evans ruled out of Hampshire clash Evans ruled out of Hampshire clash ( )

Saltires chiefs were dealt a blow last night when loan-star Ali Evans was ruled out of today’s CB40 clash against Hampshire at the Rose Bowl.

Farid stars as Clydesdale live up to the hype Farid stars as Clydesdale live up to the hype ( )

This morning optimism abounds that the Glasgow south-side club can live up to their billing as favourites to lift the inaugural CS Western Premier Division title.

Scotland to play Bangladesh in The Netherlands Scotland to play Bangladesh in The Netherlands ( )

The Bangladesh short tour to Europe in preparation for the T20 World Cup later this year will include matches against all three European Associate ODI countries.

Brayden Tracey scores fourth successive century for SMRH Brayden Tracey scores fourth successive century for SMRH ( )

Scottish cricket's stats guru Neil Leitch was scouring the record books last night in the wake of Brayden Tracey's latest heroics for SMRH.

Routray stars in Grange triumph Routray stars in Grange triumph ( )

GRANGE vice-captain Andrew Brock picked out new recruit Raj Routray for special mention after the comprehensive Eastern Premier Division triumph over Forfarshire at Raeburn Place.

Waller and Huyser square up at Shawholm Waller and Huyser square up at Shawholm ( )

A BATTLE of the big hitting pros is in prospect today when old rivals Poloc and Ferguslie square up at Shawholm.

Eastern Premier League preview Eastern Premier League preview ( )

FORMER Arbroath hero Harry Byrnes-Howe has backed his old Lochlands mates to bounce back from their nightmare start to the league season.

Uddingston and Clydesdale look to get season back on track Uddingston and Clydesdale look to get season back on track ( )

These two were among the pre-season favourites to lift the inaugural Western Premier title but it has not all gone to plan for either.

Scotland to host Australia in 2013 Scotland to host Australia in 2013 ( )

Scotland will play Australia in an ODI on Tuesday 3 September 2013, with Edinburgh being the likely venue.

Coleman drafted in to Saltires squad Coleman drafted in to Saltires squad ( )

The only change from the squad that played against Durham is the inclusion of Freddie Coleman who replaces Fraser Watts.

Uddingston and Grange to host Scotland versus Canada Uddingston and Grange to host Scotland versus Canada ( )

The venues for the forthcoming visit of Canada have been moved from Aberdeen.

Dumfries set the pace in the West Dumfries set the pace in the West ( )

Who would have predicted that, three weeks into the campaign, Dumfries would be sitting proudly at the summit of the Cricket Scotland Western competition?

McCurdie disappointed at Mannofield switch McCurdie disappointed at Mannofield switch ( )

Kenny McCurdie, the award-winning groundsman of Aberdeenshire CC, has spoken of his 'huge disappointment' that Cricket Scotland have switched this summer’s Intercontinental Cup and WCL fixtures away from Mannofield.

Lack of discipline costs Saltires dearly Lack of discipline costs Saltires dearly ( )

Scotland combined their most complete batting display of the season with arguably their worst bowling one as Durham cruised to an easy CB40 victory in the sun yesterday.

Saeed stars on debut Saeed stars on debut ( )

New Freuchie pro Usman Saeed made an instant impression on club stalwart David Cowan as they snatched a convincing win over Falkland in the Eastern First Division derby at Scroggie Park.

Bailwal blitz helps Forfar to win Bailwal blitz helps Forfar to win ( )

Aman Bailwal last night shrugged off his brilliant bowling display in the Angus derby to heap praise on level-headed batsmen Craig Wallace and Scott Galloway.

You only win twice You only win twice ( )

Relieved Dumfries star Scott Beveridge tells how his side had to beat Stirling County twice over to remain at the top of the West Premier Division.

Wallace backs Saltires to beat Durham Wallace backs Saltires to beat Durham ( )

Defiant wicketkeeper Craig Wallace has backed Scotland to kick start their CB40 campaign by snuffing out the challenge of star-studded Durham.

Freuchie hoping for instant impact from new professional Freuchie hoping for instant impact from new professional ( )

Freuchie will take the wrappers off their newly-signed pro when they square up to Falkland in the mid-Fife derby.

Eastern Premier preview Eastern Premier preview ( )

Arbroath are aiming to mark the start of their 125th anniversary celebrations by claiming a quick fire double victory over Angus rivals Forfarshire.

Exciting clashes scheduled in Western Division Exciting clashes scheduled in Western Division ( )

Stirling will finally get the chance to make their mark on the top flight of cricket in the west after the weather put paid to their first two fixtures.

Uddingston given seal of approval Uddingston given seal of approval ( )

The Uddingston ground was only handed the CB40 clashes with Glamorgan and Hampshire when Aberdeen’s Mannofield was damaged by vandals.

Mommsen edges closer to Leicestershire deal Mommsen edges closer to Leicestershire deal ( )

Saltires star Preston Mommsen moved closer to clinching a move south after making his County Championship debut for Leicestershire.

Scotland name the same squad Scotland name the same squad ( )

The Scottish selectors have named an unchanged squad to travel to Durham for their Clydesdale Bank 40 fixture next Sunday.

Butt hundred helps Prestwick to victory Butt hundred helps Prestwick to victory ( )

Moneeb Iqbal also takes 7 for 28 to help Weirs defeat Kelburne in their Western First Division encounter.

Scotland finish distant second to Hampshire Scotland finish distant second to Hampshire ( )

Scotland’s cricketers came a distant second as the first phase of their CB40 campaign ended in a comprehensive 89-run defeat to Hampshire yesterday.

Dumfries shock Clydesdale Dumfries shock Clydesdale ( )

Stuart Corbett-Byers, the down-to-earth Dumfries captain, is not given to outbursts of exaggeration so his description of Saturday’s astonishing win over Clydesdale is worth noting.

Prestwick looking to bounce back Prestwick looking to bounce back ( )

Prestwick were handed a reality check last weekend when they marked their return to the national league scene with a home defeat by Weirs in the Western First Division.

McRae likely to prove thorn in Forfar side yet again McRae likely to prove thorn in Forfar side yet again ( )

Old stager Neil MacRae has tormented Forfarshire on a regular basis over the past couple of decades.

Ayr and Greenock in vital clash Ayr and Greenock in vital clash ( )

AYR and Greenock, traditional Clyde coast rivals, go head-to-head as the Western Premier Division bids to beat the weather and get into full swing today after a curtailed programme a week ago.

Mommsen on trial with Leicestershire Mommsen on trial with Leicestershire ( )

In-demand Preston Mommsen could join the exodus of Saltires stars heading south of the border. The Carlton batsman is on trial at Leicestershire this week along with fellow Scot Richie Berrington.

Edwards leads Scots to win over Durham Edwards leads Scots to win over Durham ( )

Scotland’s emerging stars fought back from a horror start to record a battling win against Durham Academy.

Goudie and Sharif still short of fitness Goudie and Sharif still short of fitness ( )

Crocked Saltires bowlers Gordon Goudie and Safy Sharif will miss at least another two CB40 games.

Smith backs Five Nations suggestion Smith backs Five Nations suggestion ( )

Roddy Smith, chief executive of Cricket Scotland, has endorsed the creation of a Five Nations Championship featuring Europe’s leading Associate countries.

Saltires and Hampshire name their squads Saltires and Hampshire name their squads ( )

The Scottish Saltires host Hampshire this weekend at Uddingston for their fourth Clydesdale Bank 40 fixture of the season.

Frustration for Scotland Frustration for Scotland ( )

Saltires skipper Gordon Drummond expressed his frustration after his side’s hopes of back-to-back CB40 wins were dashed by the rain at Uddingston.

Scottish First Division roundup Scottish First Division roundup ( )

Details of the matches in the Eastern and Western First Divisions that survived the weather.

Arbroath go down to opening day defeat Arbroath go down to opening day defeat ( )

Skipper Fraser Burnett insisted there will be no panic in the Arbroath camp in the wake of their Eastern Premier opening day derby defeat by Aberdeenshire.

Sleeping giant stirs at Hamilton Crescent Sleeping giant stirs at Hamilton Crescent ( )

Certainly, the Partick men were wide awake for their Western Premier division opener at Ayr , cruising to a comprehensive eight-wicket success.

Who will triumph in Conferences? Who will triumph in Conferences? ( )

Support for Scottish cricket’s new domestic structure may be lukewarm in some quarters but there appears to be universal agreement that last season’s weighty 16-team divisions had little future.

Pride at stake in Lanarkshire derby Pride at stake in Lanarkshire derby ( )

Arguments may rage about the relative strengths of the new Regional Conferences, but the dispute will have a much more local flavour at Langloan this afternoon.

Scotland get sponsor for England ODI Scotland get sponsor for England ODI ( )

Adam & Company, an Edinburgh based private bank, is the headline partner for the match between Scotland and England in August.

Scotland and Welsh Dragons announce squads Scotland and Welsh Dragons announce squads ( )

The Scotland selectors have named the same squad of 13 for the visit of the Welsh Dragons in Uddingston on Sunday 13 May.

High scoring Scottish Students thwarted by rain High scoring Scottish Students thwarted by rain ( )

The Scottish Students men’s team played their first fixture under their new name against an East of Scotland XI.

Heroic MacLeod modest in victory Heroic MacLeod modest in victory ( )

Calum MacLeod last night shrugged-off his match-winning heroics and insisted every victory for Scotland is special.

Scotland comprehensive winners against Notts Scotland comprehensive winners against Notts ( )

IT may not have felt like it to the shivering crowd who braved the elements at the Citylets Grange yesterday, but the weather gods smiled on Scotland’s cricketers.

Frustrated Steindl bemoans weather intervention Frustrated Steindl bemoans weather intervention ( )

Frustrated Pete Steindl was backing his battling Saltires to upset Surrey until a downpour washed-out yesterday’s CB40 opener.

Batting frailty and weather combine to defeat Scotland Batting frailty and weather combine to defeat Scotland ( )

Scotland’s hopes of opening their CB40 campaign with victory over holders Surrey were dashed by a combination of a top order batting collapse and a torrential hail-storm.

Watts and Mommsen score centuries in cup win Watts and Mommsen score centuries in cup win ( )

Fraser Watts and Preston Mommsen both stroked centuries yesterday in the perfect preparation for Scotland's CB40 opener against Surrey today.

Evans keen to make Saltires impression Evans keen to make Saltires impression ( )

AT 23 years of age, Ali Evans can hardly be described as a boy wonder, yet the former Carlton fast bowler, poised for a CB40 debut against Surrey today, appears ready to make up for lost time.

Scottish Cup previews Scottish Cup previews ( )

Arbroath face mounting selection problems ahead of today’s crunch Scottish Cup clash with Clydesdale.

Smith reaffirms Scotland CB40 commitment Smith reaffirms Scotland CB40 commitment ( )

Roddy Smith, the chief executive of Cricket Scotland, has dismissed speculation that his organisation might be considering withdrawing the Saltires from the CB40 competition.

Dutch CB40 campaign heads westward Dutch CB40 campaign heads westward ( )

Matches against Gloucestershire and Worcestershire will kick off the Orange Lions' third season in the Clydesdale Bank 40 League this weekend.

Saltires squad named for CB40 fixtures Saltires squad named for CB40 fixtures ( )

The Scotland squad for their opening Clydesdale Bank matches against Surrey and Nottinghamshire.

Berrington earns Leicestershire loan deal Berrington earns Leicestershire loan deal ( )

Saltires star Richie Berrington has been farmed-out to Leicestershire on a one-month loan deal.

Sharif doubtful for Saltires clashes Sharif doubtful for Saltires clashes ( )

Saltires star Safy Sharif is on the comeback trail but may not be risked in this weekend’s CB40 double header against Surrey and Notts.

Carlton overpower Greenock Carlton overpower Greenock ( )

Micael Herdman takes 5 for 6 as Carlton win, plus news from the other weekend games.

Flannigan stars as Grange defeat holders Uddingston Flannigan stars as Grange defeat holders Uddingston ( )

Ryan Flannigan was an unlikely bowling hero as Grange got their Scottish Cup campaign off to a winning start against holders Uddingston on Saturday.

Symes primed for Watsonians and Saltires debuts Symes primed for Watsonians and Saltires debuts ( )

SALTIRES recruit Jean Symes was last night backed to shake-off the shivers in time to make his debut for Watsonians this afternoon.

Baum clinches last ball win for Western Warriors Baum clinches last ball win for Western Warriors ( )

Alex Baum last night held his nerve as Western Warriors sent holders Caley Highlanders crashing to defeat in a Regional Series thriller.

Skipper MacLeod pleased with Uddingston win Skipper MacLeod pleased with Uddingston win ( )

Complete round-up of all Saturday's Scottish cup action.

Revamped Scottish Cup gets under way Revamped Scottish Cup gets under way ( )

Purists, who may first be caught out by the prompt noon starts, could very well choke on their G&Ts; at the sight of players doing battle in coloured kit and with a pink ball.

Glenrothes pull off coup with signing of Ryan Watson Glenrothes pull off coup with signing of Ryan Watson ( )

The former Scotland captain and 2007 World Cup player, Ryan Watson, has signed for Glenrothes for the 2012 season.

Saltires star Berrington named as Greenock coach Saltires star Berrington named as Greenock coach ( )

All-rounder Richie Berrington, who last year turned down a move to Leicestershire, replaces Tony Judd at the helm and will continue to play for the Glenpark club.

Ayr and Kelburne unveil signings Ayr and Kelburne unveil signings ( )

Kelburne have signed two international stars in a bid to win promotion from the Western First Division.

Scotland bosses to fast-track new recruit Ruaidhri Smith Scotland bosses to fast-track new recruit Ruaidhri Smith ( )

The Glasgow-born Glamorgan teenager was drafted into the national U19 side last month after his Scottish roots were revealed.

Scotland wash hands of WCQ tournament Scotland wash hands of WCQ tournament ( )

Cricket Scotland chief executive Roddy Smith has revealed that the body relinquished the right to host the 2015 World Cup Qualifier in favour of a more equitable qualifying format.

Western Warriors edge out Eastern Knights Western Warriors edge out Eastern Knights ( )

One wicket victory for Warriors at Goldenacre as last pair Scott McElnea and Majid Haq put on 14 runs.

Freddie Coleman hits maiden First Class century Freddie Coleman hits maiden First Class century ( )

Carlton crush Ireland's North Down.

Scottish students trial match goes to the wire Scottish students trial match goes to the wire ( )

Morrison and Rainford put in impressive all-round performances for their respective sides.

Sharif and Laidlaw miss Regional Series opener Sharif and Laidlaw miss Regional Series opener ( )

Western Warriors star Safy Sharif is out of today’s Regional Series opener against the Eastern Knights.

Local Tug Crew Gives Equipment to Support Community Cricket Local Tug Crew Gives Equipment to Support Community Cricket ( )

Tug company Svitzer, which has three tugs operating in the Clyde and Forth estuaries has given 25 Cricket Factory equipment sets to Cricket Scotland to support the organisations work promoting cricket across the region.

Andy Goram to play at Scottish Cup holders Uddingston Andy Goram to play at Scottish Cup holders Uddingston ( )

Andy Goram is ready to make a sensational cricketing comeback at the age of 48.

Lyons stuck in Scottish cricketing purgatory Lyons stuck in Scottish cricketing purgatory ( )

Ross Lyons on his continued absence from the Scottish ranks despite the dearth of quality spin bowlers.

Saltires bowler Ali Evans lands dream deal with Derbyshire Saltires bowler Ali Evans lands dream deal with Derbyshire ( )

The former Carlton seamer impressed county chiefs following an extended trial last summer.

Stenhousemuir sign South African Rushdi Jappie Stenhousemuir sign South African Rushdi Jappie ( )

The 26 year-old all-rounder made a huge impact on and off the field last year, scoring 280 runs and taking 18 wickets.

MacRae confident of further Caley success MacRae confident of further Caley success ( )

NEIL MacRae is backing more of his Caley Highlanders to stake their claims for Saltires selection.

Scottish student cricket pushes new boundaries Scottish student cricket pushes new boundaries ( )

Fresh start for men and first start for women as Scottish student representative cricket pushes new boundaries.

Davey's on the road again Davey's on the road again ( )

The good news for Scottish cricket is that Josh Davey’s on the road again to recovery, following a winter of injury frustration for the all-rounder, who is patiently climbing up the ladder at Middlesex.

Sharif on the mend after rib injury Sharif on the mend after rib injury ( )

Scotland’s Safyaan Sharif is on the mend after playing through the pain barrier for his country at the recent ICC T20 qualifying tournament in Dubai.

Stirling CC ready for action ahead of new season Stirling CC ready for action ahead of new season ( )

The New Williamfield side have been practising indoors at Dollar Academy since January and had their first outdoor session on Sunday.

Drumpellier sign Pakistani paceman Nazar Hussain Drumpellier sign Pakistani paceman Nazar Hussain ( )

Drumpellier have signed Pakistani paceman Nazar Hussain to spearhead their Western Premier Division campaign.

Arbroath have snapped-up Kiwi all-rounder Gordon Reisima. Arbroath have snapped-up Kiwi all-rounder Gordon Reisima. ( )

The free-scoring batsman and medium pace bowler, who spent last season at Edinburgh Accies, replaces Aussie Harry Brynes Howe as the Lochlands club’s overseas amateur.

Kenny McCurdie wins groundsman award yet again Kenny McCurdie wins groundsman award yet again ( )

Aberdeenshire’s Kenny McCurdie has been named Scotland’s top groundsman for the seventh time in eleven years.

Coleman inspires Scotland Under 19s to another win Coleman inspires Scotland Under 19s to another win ( )

Scotland’s Under 19s maintained their unbeaten tour record with a commanding six-wicket over North West Academy in Potchefstroom.

Cricket Scotland partner with Etihad Cricket Scotland partner with Etihad ( )

Etihad Airways will be the airline of choice for Cricket Scotland and wherever possible will fly the Scotland team and staff to their commitments around the world.

Scotland unearth batting sensation Scotland unearth batting sensation ( )

Scotland recruit Ruaidhri Smith is on a fast-track to the Youth World Cup after scoring a sensational century on debut.

Scotland underperform on global stage yet again Scotland underperform on global stage yet again ( )

There were plenty of excuses flying around in the aftermath of Scotland’s failure to qualify for the World T20 competition in Sri Lanka later this year.

Small profit pleases Roddy Smith Small profit pleases Roddy Smith ( )

Cricket Scotland also announced a small pre-tax surplus of £8,586 for the year; a factor that pleased Chief Executive Roddy Smith.

The Parkmead Group to Sponsor Scotland Under 19s World Cup Campaign The Parkmead Group to Sponsor Scotland Under 19s World Cup Campaign ( )

Cricket Scotland are delighted to announce that The Parkmead Group plc, an Aberdeen based independent oil and gas company, are to be the main sponsor of the Scotland Under 19 cricket team.

Watts approaches the 200 mark Watts approaches the 200 mark ( )

Fraser Watts looks set to earn his 200th cap if Scotland can progress from the group stages of the T20 World Cup Qualifiers.

Symes signs for Saltires Symes signs for Saltires ( )

Highveld lions player Jean Symes will be Scotland's overseas professional for their 2012 Clydesdale Bank 40 campaign.

Scotland lose their second match against UAE Scotland lose their second match against UAE ( )

Scotland concede 30 extras as UAE win with a ball to spare.

Steindl disappointed with poor Scotland batting display Steindl disappointed with poor Scotland batting display ( )

Scotland’s World Cup qualification hopes suffered a setback yesterday when they fell to a four-wicket defeat against the UAE at the Sharjah Stadium.

Scottish company to screen T20 qualifiers Scottish company to screen T20 qualifiers ( )

The Scottish company, Quipu TV, has reached agreement with all the 16 participating countries in next week's World T20 qualifying tournament in Dubai and will now be providing extensive coverage of the event.

Cedric English signs for SMRH Cedric English signs for SMRH ( )

He is well known in Scottish cricket through his 47 Caps for Scotland, including being an integral part of both Intercontinental Cup & ICC Trophy winning teams,

Haq and Mommsen spin Scotland to victory Haq and Mommsen spin Scotland to victory ( )

SPIN-twins Majid Haq and Preston Mommsen bowled Scotland to a thrilling 1-run win against Canada.

Saltires dealt blow after Worker withdrawal Saltires dealt blow after Worker withdrawal ( )

Saltires chiefs were dealt a major blow last night when Kiwi star George Worker told them he won’t be joining them this summer.

Brilliant Berrington heroics in vain Brilliant Berrington heroics in vain ( )

Scotland lose to Sri Lanka A after Richie Berrington scored 66 in their total of 153 for 7.

West pull off major coup by capturing Blain West pull off major coup by capturing Blain ( )

West of Scotland were last night celebrating the signing of former Saltires star John Blain.

Stander and Deliver Stander and Deliver ( )

The accent might be closer to Kevin Pietersen than Dougie Brown, but there is no prouder member of the Scotland squad than the Stoneywood-Dyce all-rounder, Jan Stander.

Politicians fume at Aberdeen ground axing Politicians fume at Aberdeen ground axing ( )

No cricket will be played at Duthie Park in 2012, a state of affairs which has angered members of the five clubs who regard it as their home.

Scotland win global award for women's cricket initiative Scotland win global award for women's cricket initiative ( )

Cricket Scotland has received global recognition as they have been awarded Best Women’s Cricket Initiative for its outstanding work in 2011.

Rain denies Scotland victory over Canada Rain denies Scotland victory over Canada ( )

Scotland’s hopes of victory over Canada were dashed by Sri Lankan rain.

Scotland lose to Sri Lankan club side Scotland lose to Sri Lankan club side ( )

Scotland's cricketers lose to Sri Lankan club side Baduraliya by 22 runs in Twenty20 fixture.

Parker must prove fitness Parker must prove fitness ( )

Saltires bowler Matty Parker has been told to prove his fitness during the side’s two-week trip to Sri Lanka.

MacLeod stars as Scotland stun Sri Lanka A MacLeod stars as Scotland stun Sri Lanka A ( )

Calum MacLeod last night smashed a superb half-century as the Saltires stunned Sri Lanka A in Colombo.

Wallace fails to persuade Watson out of retirement Wallace fails to persuade Watson out of retirement ( )

Craig Wallace has failed in a bid to persuade former Saltires hero Ryan Watson out of retirement.

Sensational indoor action sees Edinburgh get name on new trophy Sensational indoor action sees Edinburgh get name on new trophy ( )

The Scottish Student Cricket Indoor 6s Champions Trophy saw the University of Edinburgh run out winners.

Judd backing Scotland to repeat success of 2004 Judd backing Scotland to repeat success of 2004 ( )

Scotland No2 Tony Judd last night backed Gordon Drummond’s side to match his class of 2004 by savouring I-Cup success in Sharjah.

Wallace hoping for batting role in UAE Wallace hoping for batting role in UAE ( )

Commited Craig Wallace last night claimed he would happily make his First Class debut as a specialist batsman.

Evans hopeful Scotland performance can propel county dream Evans hopeful Scotland performance can propel county dream ( )

ALI Evans believes he can boost his county dream by first starring for his country.

Cricket Scotland and PROBIZ join forces Cricket Scotland and PROBIZ join forces ( )

Leading accountancy group PROBIZ will be a main commercial partner of Cricket Scotland in 2012.

Cricket Scotland and PROBIZ join forces Cricket Scotland and PROBIZ join forces ( )

Cricket Scotland are delighted to announce that leading national accountancy group PROBIZ will be a main commercial partner of Cricket Scotland in 2012.

Bulldog Drummond seeks further success Bulldog Drummond seeks further success ( )

Drummond has the right bulldog spirit to lead by example and one suspects that he has plenty more to accomplish from his preferred position out of the limelight.

Birthday boy Haq looking for presents in the desert Birthday boy Haq looking for presents in the desert ( )

It is nearly 10 years since he made his senior Scotland debut, but Majid Haq just keeps bowling along, forever determined to prise out opponents with his mixture of spin and guile.

Steindl signs contract extension Steindl signs contract extension ( )

Cricket Scotland are delighted to confirm that Scotland’s head coach Peter Steindl has agreed to a 3 year extension to his contract.

Scotland name touring squads Scotland name touring squads ( )

The Scottish selectors have today confirmed the squads to travel to the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka.

Mannofield on course to stage internationals Mannofield on course to stage internationals ( )

One of Scotland’s leading cricket venues is on course to stage major international matches after recovering from sabotage.

Uddingston dealt Hoffmann blow Uddingston dealt Hoffmann blow ( )

Uddingston’s hopes of winning the inaugural CS Western Premier Division have been dealt a blow after Paul Hoffmann was ruled out of the opening weeks of the campaign.

English drops Carlton bombshell English drops Carlton bombshell ( )

Cedric English has announced that he is leaving Scottish champions Carlton after fourteen years with the Edinburgh club.

St Boswells sign Cletus Matherun St Boswells sign Cletus Matherun ( )

St Boswells have snapped-up West Indian all-rounder Cletus Matherun for the new season.

Preston Mommsen mixes studies with cricket Preston Mommsen mixes studies with cricket ( )

The Carlton star will travel to Scotland's Intercontinental Cup match in the UAE with a bundle of books.

Indoor Cricket 6s Finals – too close to call! Indoor Cricket 6s Finals – too close to call! ( )

The Scottish Student Sport Cricket Indoor 6s finals will be held at Mary Erskine School in Edinburgh on 18 February.

Smith pours cold water on Irish plans Smith pours cold water on Irish plans ( )

Roddy Smith, the chief executive of Cricket Scotland, has expressed scepticism about Ireland’s aspirations towards earning Test status by 2020.

Coetzer relishing Bangladesh challenge Coetzer relishing Bangladesh challenge ( )

Scotland all-rounder on the exciting challenge ahead after being bought for $25,000 by Chittagong for the BPL.

Scots bowler Evans lands Derbyshire chance Scots bowler Evans lands Derbyshire chance ( )

Saltires player Ali Evans has been handed the chance to earn a deal on the county circuit with Derbyshire.

Haq happy with England work-out Haq happy with England work-out ( )

Majid Haq was pleased with the Associate XI performance in their recent narrow defeat by the Associate XI.

McLean and Chalmers awarded Racionzer scholarships McLean and Chalmers awarded Racionzer scholarships ( )

Arbroath youngster Ross McLean is being groomed as a Saltires star of the future after being awarded a scholarship to Australia.

Aberdeenshire trio South Africa bound Aberdeenshire trio South Africa bound ( )

Ambitious Aberdeenshire are sending three of their rising stars to play in one of South Africa’s top leagues.

Worker to play for Saltires Worker to play for Saltires ( )

George Worker will be Scotland's overseas player for the Clydesdale Bank competition in 2012.

Scotland's top performers in 2011 Scotland's top performers in 2011 ( )

Neil Drysdale runs the rule over the top six Scotland performers in 2011 ahead of the poll on CricketEurope.

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