Analysis

Drift from Test cricket mirrored England's as a whole, but batter has found his focus again

Also, could Hazlewood be the new leader of the T20I attack?

All the franchises' potential strengths and weaknesses explored in depth

Also pieces of India's middle-order puzzle start to come together in the ODI clean sweep against West Indies

It was not a flawless innings, and by his own admission came to an end with a "very bad shot", but he showed glimpses of what he could bring to India's middle order

The first half has seen a batting bounty unlike any in six previous seasons but it is all likely to change with the tournament now moving to Lahore

After missing out on a T20 World Cup berth, he is again underlining his importance in an era of quick legspin

The right captain, a blend of data and intangibles, and steering clear of bias - the recency or emotional kind

The upcoming series will give West Indies an opportunity to get acclimatised to the conditions ahead of next year's World Cup

All three have proven to be more than competent openers, but with only two slots available, who will make way for the T20 World Cup?

England were favourites against Windies, but they haven't suddenly become a bad T20I side

Pollard and Simmons have rejuvenated their T20 template in another World Cup year

They were constantly on the road in a season ravaged by Covid-19, but adversity only galvanised their battle-hardened group

Unscheduled break puts spotlight on captain's faltering form in recent months

In the absence of Rohit, Hardik and Jadeja, India's long-standing problems were amplified in South Africa

Career-best T20I figures continue remarkable run of success against England on home ground

In beating favourites India comprehensively even as their coach's disciplinary hearing looms, the hosts have shown focus and plenty of cricketing promise

Versatility of allrounder offers balance as England build towards next T20 World Cup

Their six-led approach has been in the firing line, but their selection was poor, and the bowling has not been up to scratch either

Ellyse Perry, arguably the best-ever women's allrounder, may at long last have a worthy successor