Hampshire and England batsman Michael Carberry diagnosed with cancerous tumour

Former England batsman Michael Carberry has been diagnosed with cancer, his county side Hampshire have announced.

The 35-year-old, who last played for England in May 2014, missed Hampshire's County Championship game with Warwickshire which ended on Wednesday after feeling unwell.

Hampshire said in a statement: "Following recent reports about his health and now that he has spoken fully to his family, friends and team-mates, Hampshire Cricket can confirm that after a brief period of feeling unwell, a specialist has determined that Michael Carberry has a tumour that is cancerous.

"Further tests will be undertaken before the relevant treatment commences."