Joe Root, Ireland women's star Richardson win ICC Players of the Month awards

IMAGE: Joe Root scored 507 runs in three Tests against India, which propelled him to the top of the Test Rankings for batters. Photograph: Paul Childs/Getty Images England captain Joe Root pipped......

'IPL has democratised cricket for many countries'

'In the West Indies, initially the administrators did not know the value of T20 cricket and as a result, it had a bad effect.' IMAGE: Chris Gayle in action for Kings XI Punjab during the IPL last......

The only regret for Kumble as India head coach

'I know the end could have been better but then that's fine.' IMAGE: Former head coach Anil Kumble with India captain Virat Kohli. Photograph: PTI Former skipper Anil Kumble does not regret his......

The secret of Chennai Super Kings' success in IPL

'The guys share the load in winning games, it is a confidence thing by doing it again and again.' IMAGE: With Mahendra Singh Dhoni leading from the front, Chennai Super Kings have won the IPL......

We never ask for revenge, we ask for equality and respect: Bravo on racism

'We give respect to others. Why is it that we are facing this over and over? Now enough is enough. We just want equality. We don't want revenge, war.' IMAGE: West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo......