News Analysis

From the time he tossed the ball to Joginder Sharma for that final over in Johannesburg, MS Dhoni marked himself as a free thinker. Nearly ten years later, not much has changed

The veteran administrator's larger-than-life presence in the SCA is exactly the kind of thing the Supreme Court has sought to eradicate. Of course, that is not going to be easy

A quick look at the important observations made by the Supreme Court in its order on January 2

Sri Lankan cricket rarely fails to be in crisis, but of the current issues, the No.3 position appears the most contentious. We look at a few long-term candidates

Batsman Temba Bavuma has been busy practising his seamers this season. And that might come in handy given the quick turnaround between South Africa's Boxing Day and New Year Tests

After a promising first day in Port Elizabeth things quickly unravelled for Sri Lanka, and that was meant to be the ground most suited to them. It does not bode well

Hashim Amla remembers when Sri Lanka pulled off their only win on South African soil. His reputation undermined by a poor tour of Australia, he has reason to make them pay

Kevin Pietersen and Pawan Negi were among the high profile players released by the IPL franchises during the transfer window that ended on December 15

Two local boys will be savouring a Test in Chennai for the first time since 2013, though it comes against the backdrop of the devastation wrought by Cyclone Vardah

No one has professed their love for South Africa more than AB de Villiers, and in stepping down he proved that if you really love something, you can let it go

In Mohali, India had five fast bowlers in their squad and no back-up opener. Here's why

Pat Cummins has not played a Sheffield Shield match for nearly six years, but the murmurs are building among those who want him rushed back into Australia's Test team

The call-ups of Keaton Jennings and Liam Dawson represent a return to pragmatism and, as such, bear the stamp of Andy Flower, the England Lions head coach

India have looked comfortable batting against England's spinners, which is down to hard work, the captain's example and a little help from the coach

Footage of Virat Kohli and David Warner allegedly using artificial substances to shine the ball did not come under the ICC's consideration since the accusation was not brought to the match referee's notice within five days of the incident

The ball-tampering law is vague and - anecdotally at least - often flouted by players. Is it time for the game's governing bodies to have a rethink?

The dead rubber in Adelaide takes on great significance as South Africa and Faf du Plessis contest a ball-tampering charge and Steven Smith deals with systemic failure

The team might feel like it is being unfairly targeted, but merely arguing that it is the victim of a media war is not going to work

The appointment of Greg Chappell to an interim position on Australia's selection panel is curious, given his history with the domestic game.

Ben Stokes has permission to 'swap' fielding positions at will so that he can stay in the game at all times. It is further proof of his importance to England