The four-week tournament remains in its scheduled slot of an October 18 start, although Cricket Australia have reserved the right in the circumstances to reassess the situation as late as August.

The prospect of the sanctioned use of artificial substances to alter the condition of the red ball, under the supervision of umpires, has been debated this week by the ICC's medical committee.

Australia were due to play three ODIs and three Twenty20s against England from July 3 and ECB chief executive Tom Harrison last week expressed hopes that they would still go ahead.

One of the deepest thinkers in the England squad has concerns over the safety of players and concerns about playing cricket while so many people are losing their lives.

LAWRENCE BOOTH: When Graham Williams walked out to bat at Lord's on May 21, 1945, it had not been a fortnight since Germany's surrender.

The 51-year-old actor gave a rather bizarre statement on the situation to People on Thursday. His ex-wife Mueller reportedly agreed to a psych evaluation after a bizarre 24 hours.

Charlie Sheen appeared to be in great spirits as he flashed a peace sign. This is the first time the  52-year-old actor has been seen since he filed a defamation lawsuit against National Enquirer.

Lenny Dykstra is making more explosive claims about Charlie Sheen just one day after he alleged the actor claimed to have 'iced' his assistant and was filmed during a gay sex romp.

On Monday the 52-year-old Two And A Half Men actor was spotted walking in a Calabasas, California mall with one of the two daughters he had with the Playboy cover girl: Sam, who is now aged 14.

Charlie Sheen is set tour Down Under for a speaking engagements in Melbourne and Sydney.

Charlie Sheen's first-ever speaking tour in Australia later this year looks set to be an eye-opener.

Charlie Sheen's first-ever Australian speaking tour will be held in November, with the Hollywood star visiting Sydney and Melbourne.

On Monday, actor Charlie Sheen was asked on live radio if it was true that he was once rushed to hospital for a hernia operation after 36-hour bender.

The Hollywood bad boy is charging fans up to $1500 to attend his upcoming Australian shows

Charlie Sheen's first-ever Australian speaking tour will be held in November, with the Hollywood star visiting Sydney and Melbourne.

His ex-wife Denise Richards has been named a Real Housewife Of Beverly Hills. And amid rumors that he will guest-star on the show, Charlie Sheen was glimpsed stepping out in Malibu.

He lands on Australianshores in less than a month, and has promised that nothing will be off limits in his shows. 

Charlie Sheen is heading to Australia next month for a highly-anticipated speaking tour.

Actor Martin Sheen has been found safe amid the Malibu wildfires. His son Charlie put out a public appeal Friday evening asking for information about his father and mother after losing contact.

From Bill Clinton and Oprah Winfrey, Pamela Anderson and Kim Kardashian, publicity guru Max Markson has worked with them all and has revealed his favourite memories in his new book.

American actor and martial arts specialist Steven Seagal has announced a speaking tour of Australia. 

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills personality, 48, opened up about her acrimonious split from the former Two And A Half men star, 53, on the Daddy Issues podcast.

'We should not have a multicultural society,' Bush said, before explaining what be believes American culture is based on. 'When you create pockets of isolation ... it limits people's aspirations.'

SPECIAL REPORT BY MIKE KEEGAN: The devastating impact of coronavirus has left the EFL staring at financial Armageddon, with grave fears that clubs will vanish into thin air.

The 26-year-old, who has made 23 league appearances this campaign for the side top of the second division, has his concerns over player safety amid the coronavirus crisis.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: In a bid to make training environments as safe for players as possible, LaLiga has sent out a detailed 24-page special report advising teams on the right training protocol.

Leganes manager Javier Aguirre has reportedly revealed that LaLiga is set to make its long-awaited return on June 20, barring there are no more delays caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Diego Simeone and his players began their preparations for the restart at the club's Ciudad Deporutiba Atletico de Madrid complex after Spain relaxed lockdown measures this week.

Manchester United are set to enter the race alongside Real Madrid to sign Real Vallodolid youngster Mohammed Salisu this summer, as questions over Victor Lindelof's ability persist. 

SPECIAL REPORT: As shareholders meet on Monday, clubs will debate Project Restart including controversial subjects such as using neutral venues, broadcasting deals and training.

Across the UK, customers are rushing to get their hands on a £45 'parasol pine' from Argos ahead of the festivities. The 6ft tall tree only has branches on the top half, and is hailed as perfect for pet owners.

PATRICK COLLINS: Fifty-two years have passed since that February dawn, yet still the cry comes ringing down the decades: ‘Ah shook up the world! Ah shook up the world!’

Muhammad Ali could be cruel, arrogant, and merciless, then he would turn a wicked phrase or smile a roguish smile, and the world would forgive him his trespasses, writes PATRICK COLLINS.

Juventus host Inter Milan in the standout fixture of this weekend's Serie A schedule but, as things stand, the top of the table clash will be played out in front of empty stands.

ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: Christian Vieri was a goal machine in every sense. As one of just six Italians in history to win a golden boot at a foreign club, Vieri is well aware of what it takes to succeed.

Turkey’s teenage star Emre Mor helped keep his country’s last-16 hopes alive and also sent Northern Ireland into delirium, as Turkey beat Czech Republic 2-0.

The 30-year-old missed the world champions' morning training session and, after undergoing medical checks, was ruled out for their Group C qualifier.

Jarolim has arrived in Belfast hopeful his team's World Cup qualification campaign is not about to sink like the Titanic. They must beat Northern Ireland on Monday to stay in with a chance.

Goals from Eric Dier and Marcus Rashford saw England come from behind to defeat Slovakia 2-1 to take a giant step towards qualifying for the World Cup next summer.

Gareth Southgate's men are among the top seeds and will be in a five-team group while Wales and Scotland will join Germany in pot two and Northern Ireland and the Republic in pot three.

There are no longer any doubts about Raheem Sterling. No longer any concerns he will not fulfil his potential for England, no longer any lists of alternatives to his selection.

Despite missing five players through injury and conceding an early lead, the Balkan minnows stretched their undefeated record to 15 matches with goals from Vedat Muriqi and Mergim Vojvoda.

With Euro 2020 being held across Europe, there are no automatic qualifying berths and every side at next summer's tournament will have had to earn their spot. Here, we take a look at who's on track...

England travel to the Czech Republic for their European Championship qualifier knowing that victory in Prague will book them a spot in next summer's finals. Follow all the action here.

Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey faces a late fitness test ahead of their Euro 2020 qualifier against Croatia on Sunday. Ramsey suffered a thigh injury during Juventus' win over Inter Milan last week.

A win at Stadion Vasil Levski will secure England's place in Euro 2020 where the Three Lions will be looking to build on successive semi-final defeats in their last two major tournaments.

The news comes as a big blow to Ryan Giggs - who was hoping the 28-year-old would regain match fitness after not featuring in the national side for 11 months.

Wales fought to a creditable draw at home against Croatia but qualification for Euro 2020 is now out of their hands. 

AHEAD OF THE GAME: The FA have decided not to take England games to Anfield because of the ban on journalists from The Sun, despite struggling to find a suitable ground in the north next summer.

Jadé Tuncdoruk (pictured) has made history as the first Australian to receive a prestigious award alongside the likes of Jennifer Aniston and Gwen Stefani.