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Cricket Books That Hit The Seam

Tim Ellis' series of reviews of the most acclaimed cricket books during the last few decades continues.

Good Week, Bad Week

Peter May returns with another edition of Good Week, Bad Week.

Musing The Week's Media

Shock as Shoaib's move hits a bump, the real reasons behind England's revival and strung-out three-tonne elephants.

News From The Far Side

In the wake of South Africa's dismal ODI series performance against England, question marks surround Graeme Smith's mysterious 'elbow injury'.

The Time Is Now For Kohli And Kaif

Jonhenry Wilson is tired of second, third and fourth chances for India's old guard, and wants Mohammad Kaif and Virat Kohli in the Test ranks.

England's Summer Report Cards

With England's summer done and dusted, it's time for Tristan Holme to reflect on the side's progress, or lack thereof, on an individual level.

Pietersen's Vision Takes Shape

Shahida Jacobs looks at the methods with which Kevin Pietersen has turned around England's fortunes.

Pietersen Sheds The 'Lucky' Tag

Peter May feels we've seen enough of Kevin Pietersen to know that luck is no longer an explanation for his excellent start as England captain.

South Africa's Lest-We-Forget ODI XI

Inspired by South Africa's woeful display in England, Jonhenry Wilson remembers 11 other Proteas that had a quite pathetic stint in ODI cricket.

They Could Be Heroes ... Just For One Day (Internationals)

The honeymoon is not over, notes Alan Tyers, but will the sweet lurvin end when Jimmy's having a six-an-over off-day?

England ODI Series Report Cards

Praise for Ian Bell but not so much for Paul Collingwood as we hand out the report cards for England on the back of their ODI series against South Africa.

Big Day For Erstwhile Sophia Gardens

The Swalec Stadium will be under the microscope on Wednesday for an all-important opening night, says David Clough.

Kallis' Tenure Hurting Himself And Proteas

Jonhenry Wilson reckons Jacques Kallis isn't the man to stand in for Graeme Smith, the struggling all-rounder doesn't really want the captaincy anyway.

Don't Count Your Chickens, Pakistan

Nick Sadleir reckons the PCB are jumping the gun regarding a proposed ODI series in South Africa, despite Graeme Smith's unwillingness to play host.

A Fond Farewell

David Clough pays tribute to the legend that is Graeme Hick, who announced his retirement on Tuesday.