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Stats highlights from the third day of the first Test between New Zealand and India in Auckland

Under pressure for much of this tour, India were roused by a sparks of brilliance from two individuals who ambushed New Zealand in their second innings

Despite taking his first five-wicket haul since July 2011, after a stretch of 19 Tests, Ishant Sharma did not bowl with the skill and confidence of someone who is playing his 54th match

The format may have changed, but once again, a poor bowling display has already left the Indian batsmen with plenty to do

Stats highlights from the first day of the first Test between New Zealand and India in Auckland

The BCCI president responds to criticism of the proposals for the revamp of cricket's governing body

Factors such as supreme talent, complete availability, match-winner status, a polished and suave speaker, make Pietersen potentially one of the most attractive buys

After their unexpected success in South Africa, India's batsmen start the Test series in New Zealand with reputations to maintain

India haven't won an international since they began touring in December; an unforgiving schedule won't help as they look for a reversal during the Tests

India have struggled to win away Tests recently; New Zealand have beaten only West Indies and Zimbabwe at home over the same period

Also, No. 11's sixes, 150-plus scores, most half-centuries in an innings, and the story of Banger and Bangers

Our correspondent soaks in the gorgeous view of Hawke's Bay, and gets used to following traffic rules even when there are no vehicles in sight

Stats highlights from the 2013-14 season of the Ranji Trophy, which Karnataka won to notch their seventh win in the tournament

The Ranji winners made several changes through the season, and importantly, the players grabbed their opportunities. Team bonding and a sound mentorship system also contributed to their success

Stats highlights from the fifth ODI between New Zealand and India in Wellington

Plays of the Day from the fifth ODI between New Zealand and India, in Wellington

India have lived up to their reputation of being profligate with the ball, but worryingly even their batting has begun to falter outside Asia

The last time Maharashtra made it to the Ranji Trophy final, 21 years ago, things didn't quite go their way. But for everyone involved, it was an unforgettable match

Stats highlights from the fourth ODI in Hamilton, which New Zealand won to seal the series

Plays of the day from the fourth ODI between New Zealand and India in Hamilton