What Narine tells us about T20 hitting

Tim Wigmore: In a format where batting resources are often underutilised, more bowlers might look to develop their hitting skills

'Your mindset has to be always taking the positive option'

Chris Woakes talks about his wickets-first approach, what he has gained from the IPL, and how he wants to develop his game

In search of the next Sourav Ganguly

On the Road: Ramona Arena talks to former India keeper Deep Dasgupta about Maidan cricket, and meets a coach who is hunting for the next Dada in Kolkata

Have you tried Sourav Ganguly's favourite biryani?

On the Road: Ramona Arena checks out Kolkata's Maidan, food and night life

'Easier getting runs in the first three years than now'

Gautam Gambhir on how the IPL has changed, and KKR's key players this season

Is Gautam Gambhir the greatest IPL captain?

Where does the Kolkata Knight Riders' captain rank in the pantheon of IPL leaders? Gautam Bhimani argues with Gautam Bhimani

Sunil Narine - MVP?

Run Order: Brad Hogg, Aakash Chopra, Cyrus Broacha and ESPNcricinfo's staffers discuss his batting contributions in the IPL

'Aggression is about being able to bowl 90mph for a whole day'

Morne Morkel talks about his 'nice' reputation, and partnering Dale Steyn

'I'm still hungry to represent India'

Kolkata Knight Riders opener Robin Uthappa is aiming for a maiden T20 hundred and an international comeback

Why Gambhir and Uthappa have clicked

Aakash Chopra: The adjustments they have made to their techniques have made it tougher for bowlers to exploit what were once these batsmen's weaknesses

How the eight teams stack up after the auction

How will Dhoni handle KP? Will the domestic players deliver? We analyse

The IPL auction: what you should know, and what you can expect

A guide to the bidding process

'I've always enjoyed the shorter format the most'

Johan Botha on the IPL, the Sheffield Shield, and having lost interest in playing in South Africa. By Jonhenry Wilson

Numbers Game

Batting resurgence key to KKR's success

Numbers Game: Their bowling stats were better before their 12-match winning streak. Robin Uthappa has led the batting revival

Robin Uthappa

'Winning games for India is what I want to do'

Nearly six years after his last ODI, Robin Uthappa is back, refreshed, more assured, and eager to contribute

Unravelling the Narine mystery

Aakash Chopra: How does the KKR offspinner continue to bamboozle batsmen? Because he knows when to bowl what

Knight Riders look to raise the bar

Kolkata Knight Riders have the tough task of leading the IPL flag in markedly different conditions at the CLT20. By Devashish Fuloria

Behind the scenes at the Knight Riders

Andrew Leipus: After four years of hard work and heartbreak, those who toiled for Kolkata's franchise can finally celebrate

The mysterious Mr Narine

Bought as a rookie for an eye-popping fee, Sunil Narine and his knuckle ball have delivered in the IPL. Next up? Watch out, Test cricket. By Nagraj Gollapudi

'I like football more than cricket'

Quick Singles: Is Shakib Al Hasan trapped in the wrong sport? Hear it from the man himself

The overseas factor in the IPL

Numbers Game: A look at country-wise stats in a franchise-based tournament, and the IPL teams that have most relied on foreign players

If you're not for dada, you're against Kolkata

Sidharth Monga: What happens when Sourav Ganguly comes home as the opposition in the IPL's most awaited match?

Eoin Morgan

'I'm a late-night person'

Eoin Morgan doesn't mind being ragged by Swanny, and wishes hotel rooms had iPads

The fans have voted with their wallets on the IPL

Sanjay Manjrekar: The tournament now has a following independent of the Indian team's performance

Where did all the offspinners go?

Harsha Bhogle: There are more than a dozen left-arm spinners in the IPL, but hardly any traditional offies

Eoin Morgan

'I didn't forgive my dad for two weeks'

Five Firsts: Eoin Morgan found out the hard way that being related to the umpire doesn't help

'I do get emotional'

Five Firsts: Bangladesh allrounder Shakib Al Hasan on crying during games, and a compliment from Shoaib Malik

'In a T20, at least two of your best guys need to perform'

Trevor Bayliss talks about taking on as coach at Kolkata Knight Riders and looks ahead at their season

'I never imagined I'd get so much out of cricket'

Ryan ten Doeschate talks about his experiences in different countries and playing for various teams. Interview by Abhishek Purohit

The battle of the captains

IPL Weekly: Sanjay Manjrekar looks at the route to the play-offs and Shane Warne's grand farewell

The class of '11

Harsha Bhogle: This IPL hasn't thrown up as many new names, but there have been a few who have caught attention

Beware the IPL's success stories

When a player makes an impact in the IPL, it's no guarantee he's one for the future. By Dileep Premachandran

Displays of genius, a comedy act and an anticlimax

IPL weekly review - IV: Sehwag's masterpieces, a comedy act and pitch controversies. By Dustin Silgardo