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Vol. 5 Num 103 Sun. September 05, 2004  
   
Sports


ICC okays late replacements


England, Pakistan and South Africa have been allowed to replace injured players in their Champions Trophy squads, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Saturday.

England have included all-rounder Alex Wharf in place of seamer Kabir Ali, while Pakistan have replaced Shabbir Ahmed with pace bowler Azhar Mahmood.

South Africa have also brought Charl Langeveldt into the squad in place of Andre Nel.

The 12-team ICC Champions Trophy takes place in England and starts next Friday, with each team playing at least two matches.