hes 2009 is being developed for the Xbox 360 and PC by Melbourne-based Transmission Games. The game is promised to feature "all the drama" of the Ashes series, as well as regular test matches, one-day internationals, and 20-over games. There will be 18 stadiums from 12 countries, including The Melbourne Cricket Ground, The Gabba, and all the venues for the 2009 Ashes series. The Wii version is being developed in England by Gusto Games, the studio responsible for the 2006 and 2007 console ports of the Championship Manager series, as well as 2006’s disappointing ProStroke Golf - World Tour.

Newcomers to cricket will be pleased to find tutorial modes presented by real-life cricketing legends Sir Ian Botham and Shane Warne, who will also be providing commentary for the game alongside Ian Bishop and infamous outspoken ex-England captain Tony Greig. The 360, PS3, and PC versions of the game will feature full online multiplayer, with the Wii edition only having local multiplayer.
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