Having families on tour ensures happiness and stability. Why would that contribute to defeats?

If the selectors are willing to think out of the box, they could do worse than include the uncapped fast bowler, who has impressive county figures with Sussex

England played Australia at their own game in Cardiff, but don't rule the visitors out

It's hard to see them conceding the Ashes because they have now built a potent bowling attack capable of succeeding in all conditions

It's time the ICC took steps to empower bowlers in ODIs for the sake of the balance of power in the game

Cricket Australia's efficient and empathetic handling of a hectic season that witnessed tragedy and triumph was wonderful

Over-hydration during games and excessive warm-up routines could be the reasons for the number of niggles, despite the medical help at hand

Why do fielders insist on throwing at the stumps when they know there's no chance of dismissing the batsman?

There's nothing wrong with the quality of the cricket on offer, but the bells and whistles surrounding it are intrusive and overwhelming

All four tracks for the India series were uncharacteristic of their venues, to varying degrees

Why cricket should not be allowed to descend into ugliness for the sake of cheap entertainment

Brisbane offers the fan boy a chance to get down and dirty in the field

The Adelaide Test was pulsating, dramatic and poignant, and threw up questions about India's captaincy, and the absence of the DRS

In the light of Phillip Hughes' tragic accident, it's time to acknowledge that no protection is foolproof and cricket can never eliminate risk completely

Getting players to commentate on their strategies from the field could invite mischief and corruption

A tribute to men for whom a game of cricket was just that

Just as political views may change over the course of time, our opinion of chuckers tends to be remarkably inconsistent. Case in point: Murali

Michael Clarke and Shane Watson have had a history of such injuries and modern-day sports science is yet to come up with a solution

Of the game's many versatile greats, how many could command a place in their Test XI on the strength of one skill alone?

Combating difficult conditions tests a batsman's skill. Australia were exposed in Harare because their players failed to come to terms with a legitimate turning track