Ranger Cup Fixture Will Have Benefits Down The Track

HOLDING next month's Ranger Cup showdown at North Dalton Park will enhance Wollongong's chances of hosting matches at the next Women's World Cup, says Cricket Australia official Grant Smethurst.

Young Bushrangers Must Cover White's Loss

VICTORIA'S young side must step up in today's Ford Ranger Cup match against NSW at the MCG to cover the loss of skipper Cameron White, who will miss six weeks with a broken foot.

Berry Faces Suspension After Confrontation With Third Umpire

VICTORIAN assistant coach Darren Berry is facing possible suspension over an outburst directed at the third umpire during Victoria's loss to Queensland in the Ford Ranger Cup on Friday night.

White Injury A Nasty Twist For Vics

VICTORIA last night was in all sorts of bother in its Ford Ranger Cup match against Queensland, with skipper Cameron White hobbling off the ground retired hurt with a leg injury.

Door Opens For Hastings To Make Debut

VICTORIA has named exciting batting and bowling prospect John Hastings for his debut today in the day-night Ford Ranger Cup match at the Gabba.

Pitch Doctor To Prepare Dalton Batting Paradise

WORK is underway to ensure Illawarra cricket fans witness a run-fest when NSW and South Australia meet in next month's Ranger Cup battle at North Dalton Park.

Simon Swings Into Town

Pitch inspection: to NSW captain Simon Katich dropped by North Dalton Park Pitch inspection: to NSW captain Simon Katich dropped by North Dalton Park yesterday to check out the venue for next month's Ford Ranger Cup clash with South Australia. REPORT PAGE 70