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Patience the key for Ashwin

Still only 25, Ashwin needs to show more patience to be successful. So do the others who expect him to deliver each time

24-Aug-2012•Abhishek Purohit in Hyderabad

The delight of keeping it pure and simple

The uniqueness of Cheteshwar Pujara's century lay in its understated approach

23-Aug-2012•Abhishek Purohit in Hyderabad

Baba Aparajith shows his reliability

He may not look imposing but his all-round consistency has been key to India's progress to the final

23-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

Kumble spreads the word in New York

Anil Kumble believes T20 cricket can engage the American public, provided cricket administration in the USA can be streamlined

23-Aug-2012•Peter Della Penna

'You can play your natural game at No. 3'

Cheteshwar Pujara has shown he is willing and able to take Rahul Dravid's position in India's Test batting line-up

23-Aug-2012•Nagraj Gollapudi

Time to take the plunge

India's new middle order has the ideal opportunity to test itself - against New Zealand at home ahead of tougher challenges

22-Aug-2012•Abhishek Purohit in Hyderabad

Townsville tracks tough test for Under-19s

The pitches at the Tony Ireland Stadium in Townsville have provided the batsmen with stern tests; winning the World Cup will come down to who handles these tricky conditions best in the tournament's home straight

22-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

A surfeit of draws

India start the series as overwhelming favourites, but New Zealand should be encouraged by the number of draws they've managed in India

22-Aug-2012•S Rajesh

Laxman the revolutionary

You could marvel at VVS Laxman's unorthodox style as long as you didn't try it at home

21-Aug-2012•Aakash Chopra

Harmeet and Sandeep do it, drip by drip

The Indian team should be grateful to No. 8 Harmeet Singh and No. 11 Sandeep Sharma. Most of the India top-order batsmen should be watching videos of the duo's approach. They owe them big time

20-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

'You're the angel we all strive to be'

Murali Kartik writes to his Lachhi mama

20-Aug-2012•Murali Kartik

Acclimatised Pakistan ready for India

Pakistan had been constantly reminded of the different conditions awaiting them, which is why their quick adjustment during the three one-dayers against Australia had been a huge boost leading into the World Cup

19-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

'If VVS defended my bowling, it was a compliment'

19-Aug-2012•As told to Abhishek Purohit

Top-class against top sides

VVS Laxman made a slow start to Test cricket, but once he found his groove, his stats compared favourably with the best in the world

19-Aug-2012•S Rajesh

Headache and questions for selectors

Laxman's decision to retire 'with immediate effect' leaves one wondering about the job done by India's national selection panel

19-Aug-2012•Sharda Ugra

'One of the finest human beings to have played cricket'

Cricketers and those associated with the game pay tribute to VVS Laxman, after he announces his international retirement in Hyderabad

18-Aug-2012•ESPNcricinfo staff

A wizard among muggles

To borrow from JK Rowling: in a dressing room of players of varying and outstanding gifts, achievements and records VVS Laxman was always the only magician

18-Aug-2012•Sharda Ugra

All-round Passi justifies selection

Kamal Passi missed the opening game against West Indies for the sake of playing more spinners. Today, he seized his chance with a six-for and a blazing late-innings cameo

14-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

West Indies' extra speed makes the difference

As the World Cup progresses, India are likely to face more teams with bowlers capable of speeds in excess of 140 kph. It's imperative their batsmen adjust quickly

12-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

India Under-19 group has self-belief - Coach

After spending two successful years together, India Under-19 players believe they can part on a high note

11-Aug-2012•George Binoy in Townsville

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