Bermuda's loss of ODI status comes as a blow to the island's cricketers, but for all the bottom six there's much work to be done.

Ireland's pre-eminence was confirmed, but the rise of Afghanistan and Scotland's lapses made headlines as well.

The inclusion of five Irishmen reflects the Emerald Isle's dominant position in a hard-fought competition.

On the last day of tournament there were play-off wins for Netherlands, Afghanistan and UAE.

Dutch opening bowler was the leading wicket-taker and also had a batting strike-rate of 169.

Ireland, Canada, Kenya and Netherlands take the four World Cup places; Afghanistan and Scotland earn ODI status.

Bermuda Cricket Board president blames complacency as well as lack of national pride and fitness for the island's fall from grace over the past four years.

UAE cashed in on a poor performance from Canada to win by 5 wickets with almost 19 overs to spare.

Afghanistan defeat the Scots as Ireland becomes the first team to qualify for 2011 World Cup. Surprise wins for Namibia and UAE.

Defending champion is in danger of failing to qualify as it fails against Kenya. Afghanistan loses to Canada while Ireland and The Netherlands win.

David Hemp scores an unbeaten 170 as Bermuda defeats Uganda by 8 wickets to claim ninth place.

Super Eight wins for Afghanistan, Scotland, Namibia and Canada throw the competition wide open.

Uganda relegated Denmark to Division 3 status with an emphatic win in the relegation play-off.

The Super Eight phase holds some terrific matches in prospect, as the battles for World Cup qualification and ODI status reach boiling point.

Uganda loses out on Super Eight place as they fail to defend 298 against Oman.

The last eight are determined as Afghanistan's World Cup dream stays alive for a little longer.

Karim Sadiq receives one-match ban; official reprimand for Mohammad Shehzad.

Eleven teams still in with a chance of qualification for the 2011 World Cup.

Once gain Uganda's middle order let it down in the defeat by Scotland.

O'Brien and Morgan rescue Ireland; McCallum scores third century as Scotland wins; victories for Netherlands, UAE, Kenya and Namibia.

Now faces a big game against Ireland which will determine Group A leadership.

Scotland's performance against Oman must give Uganda hope.

UAE shock the Dutch, Canada thrash Namibia and Scotland just scrape home against Oman; wins also for Ireland, Bermuda and Kenya.

Ugandans are taught a lesson in cricket basics as Ireland win easily.

The Netherlands take on the UAE on Saturday in a bid to maintain their unbeaten record, while Afghanistan must face Kenya.

Uganda make changes for their game against Ireland.

Afghanistan surprises Bermuda; wins also for Scotland, Canada, Ireland, Netherlands and Kenya.

Uganda rue their missed chances as they go down to a five wicket defeat against Canada.

Bermuda must rely on others if it is to progress to the next phase of the tournament.

Bermuda's qualifying bid got off to the worst possible start as they crashed to a four-wicket defeat at the hands of UAE.

Ireland defeats Scotland, Netherlands overcomes Kenya and wins for Afghanistan, UAE, Canada and Uganda.

Uganda just took the points an incredibly tense and hard fought match against Namibia in Krugersdorp.

Trent Johnston, Steve Tikolo and John Davison talk of what it was like to play at World Cups past and why they want another shot at glory.

The many months, even years, of preparation are over and done for the Ugandan cricket team.

Kenya and The Netherlands meet in an ODI in Potchefstroom on Wednesday as the tournament gets off to a tantalising start.

Captain Klokker says underdog status could work to his team's advantage

Hemal Mehta dreams of a first appearance for his country in any sporting World Cup.

Captain Steve still has the hunger to make it to another World Cup.

WCQ performance could have a profound effect on development of cricket in Uganda.

Khuram Khan says young blood and new coach can take his team to the World Cup.

Captain is not worried about facing Ireland, Scotland or even Pakistan.

Canada's cricketing growth comes with its celebration of diversity.

Captain Porterfield says main threat will come from old foe and defending champion Scotland.

Captain Ryan Watson is out to retain the title but argues Ireland is favourite this time.

Captain Romaine says World Cup qualification will boost the game in Bermuda even further.

Captain insists that success in the ICC Intercontinental Cup can be transferred to the shorter format.

The ICC has announced that several changes have been made to the ground allocations for next month's World Cup Qualifying tournament in South Africa.

Bermuda all-rounder Delyone Borden is dropped from Bermuda's WCQ squad after a refusal to play in Grenada.

Ireland captain William Porterfield confident ahead of World Cup Qualifiers.

Namibia name their World Cup Qualifier squad, but two key men are missing.

West Indies all-rounder Darren Sammy believes Bermuda have what it takes to qualify for a second World Cup.

Ireland's Andre Botha savours the prospect of taking on fierce rivals Scotland in the opening match of the Cricket World Cup Qualifier.

Twelve teams to fight it out over 19 days for four remaining places at the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.