A few big IPL franchises had offered Rahul Dravid blank cheques to join them, but his choice was clear.
Steve Smith hasn't enjoyed an ideal start in his new role as as opener, with 171 runs from four Tests at an average of 28.
Preity in Paris... Swastika in Boston... Tillotama in Kenya...
Maxwell has starred with bat and ball in Australia's white ball teams since coming back from his broken leg last year.
James Anderson bid farewell to Test cricket on Friday as the third-highest wicket-taker to grace the game.
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.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looked gorgeous in her first appearance at this year's Cannes International Film Festival.
The silver gown with turquoise fringes designed by Falguni and Shane Peacock just didn't do her any justice.
Factbox on the Australian leg spinner after he became the first man to take 600 Test wickets.
Ravichandran Ashwin has the second most wickets by an active player in Test cricket. Australia's Nathan Lyon leads the list with 530 wickets and Ashwin can overtake him in the second Test in Kanpur.
'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.'
Shane Watson turned down after the Pakistan head coach job after details of the contract were leaked to the media.
James Anderson will retire from Test cricket after the first match of the series against West Indies at Lord's this year.
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.
Kohli, the heart and soul of the franchise, will have to wait at least another year to chase his maiden IPL title.
'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.'
'(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.'
IMAGES from the fourth day of the first Test between India and Bangladesh at the Chepauk in Chennai on Sunday
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.
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.
Mr Warne, the world will miss you.
Shanaya in New York... Tovino goes sight-seeing... Swastika has a reminder for us...
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.
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.
Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja are set for important milestones during the coming series against Bangladesh.
Himself known for his delightful cover drivers, Bell thinks Virat Kohli plays his favourite shot the best among his peers.
'Have a feeling this is the last time we are seeing Rohit in Mumbai Indians jersey.'
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 has taken 700 Test wickets, behind only Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan (800) and Australia's Shane Warne (708) on the all-time list
Reader Satyendra Tripathi sent us this picture from Jaipur.
As Disha celebrates her 32nd birthday on June 13, here's looking at her rocking the desi girl look like a pro!
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.
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.
'My captaincy is simple. The mantra is to give team-mates the confidence, belief and the love.'
As Shane Warne says a final goodbye to cricket, Manu Shankar salutes the Australian spin legend.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned the Internet with behind-the-scenes shots of her getting ready for the red carpet.
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.
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