'They need batters who can bat out a full session in Australia.' 'You have seniors like Pujara and Rahane, who are scoring runs in domestic cricket. They have experience of Australian conditions too.' 'They should be given a chance to make a comeback, no harm in trying especially when your batting line-up is not even lasting a full session.'
After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.
The silver gown with turquoise fringes designed by Falguni and Shane Peacock just didn't do her any justice.
James Anderson will retire from Test cricket after the first match of the series against West Indies at Lord's this year.
This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.
Shane Watson turned down after the Pakistan head coach job after details of the contract were leaked to the media.
'But in the last few years that skill is definitely better than it was eight years ago when I started. And then as I said, the leadership, it helps me feel at home.'
Kohli, the heart and soul of the franchise, will have to wait at least another year to chase his maiden IPL title.
IMAGES from the fourth day of the first Test between India and Bangladesh at the Chepauk in Chennai on Sunday
'(On Parag and Jaiswal) They are 22 each, so is Jurel. With very little experience, the way they are performing at this level is amazing.'
The elder brother of current Australia fast bowler Brett, Lee said he had been forced to quit because of a persistent knee injury.
Reader Aravinda Ram sent us this photograph from Johannesburg.
Himself known for his delightful cover drivers, Bell thinks Virat Kohli plays his favourite shot the best among his peers.
Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja are set for important milestones during the coming series against Bangladesh.
Factbox on the Australian leg spinner after he became the first man to take 600 Test wickets.
'Have a feeling this is the last time we are seeing Rohit in Mumbai Indians jersey.'
Shanaya in New York... Tovino goes sight-seeing... Swastika has a reminder for us...
Former West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman Shane Dowrich has retired from international cricket and withdrawn from the squad for a one-day international series against England, the country's cricket board (CWI) said on Thursday.
James Anderson has taken 700 Test wickets, behind only Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan (800) and Australia's Shane Warne (708) on the all-time list
As Disha celebrates her 32nd birthday on June 13, here's looking at her rocking the desi girl look like a pro!
Mr Warne, the world will miss you.
Rajasthan Royals' Australian all-rounder Shane Watson says he is ready to take over the IPL franchise's captaincy after his compatriot and spin wizard Shane Warne retires at the end of this edition of the Twenty20 event.
Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson, who is in line to take over as Pakistan cricket team's head coach, is yet to make up his mind despite the PCB accepting his remuneration demands.
The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.
World champion Viswanathan Anand signed truce after failing to break Englishman Luke McShane's solid defenses while Magnus Carlsen defeated local hope David Howell to join the leaders after the fifth round of the London Chess Classic on Monday. Anand and McShane are the only two undefeated players in the tournament following a draw between them while Carlsen benefitted from an oversight by Howell in the second time control.
'My captaincy is simple. The mantra is to give team-mates the confidence, belief and the love.'
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned the Internet with behind-the-scenes shots of her getting ready for the red carpet.
Nita, Isha and Shloka Ambani were the real scene stealers.
Legendary James Anderson is set for his final appearance in Test cricket as the upcoming home season for England will be the last for cricket's most successful fast bowler, a report in UK media said.
Shane Watson has rated South African paceman Dale Steynand England seamer Stuart Broad as the toughest bowlers he faced in his Test career.
James Anderson concluded his illustrious 21-year international cricket career with his 704th and final wicket on Friday during England's commanding victory over West Indies
The Indian men's hockey team beat Ireland despite a few defense lapses to more or less secure its passage into the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics.
Riyan Parag reminds me of young SKY at MI: Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Shane Bond
England great James Anderson, playing in his 188th and final Test before retirement, claimed his 701st wicket on Day 1.
Reader Satyendra Tripathi sent us this picture from Jaipur.
British actress Elizabeth Hurley has reportedly accepted Australian cricketer Shane Warne's proposal to marry him.
Shane Watson has been dropped from the Australia team for this week's second Ashes Test against England and will be replaced by fellow all-rounder Mitchell Marsh, the Sydney Morning Herald reported on Wednesday.
England were in command on 30/1 at tea after bowling West Indies out for 121 on the opening day of the first Test.
As Shane Warne says a final goodbye to cricket, Manu Shankar salutes the Australian spin legend.
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