Jayaratne has replaced Atapattu (left) as Sri Lanka’s head coach
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Sri Lanka have appointed Jerome Jayaratne as their interim head coach following the resignation of Marvan Atapattu.
“I suppose there were a few missed opportunities”
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England opening batsman Sam Robson has admitted that he didn’t live up to his expectations during the recently concluded five-Test series against India.
Fleming believes players like Pujara would benefit by not playing in the IPL
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Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming believes that Test specialists should be kept away from the Indian Premier League (IPL) since it is ruining their shot selection and development.
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Chatara’s heroics in the second innings snapped Zimbabwe’s 12-year winless streak
Zimbabwe’s last Test win came all the way back in 2001 against Bangladesh, but they managed to end their 12-year drought as they recorded a historic 24-run win over Pakistan to leave the Test series drawn at one game apiece.
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Arthur put many of the players under too much pressure
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has revealed that ex-coach Mickey Arthur instilled fear into the heart of the team during his tenure, but also added that his successor Darren Lehmann will inject a new and much-needed calm into the squad.
Clarke will no longer be able to turn to Ponting or Hussey during a time of crisis
2012 has definitely been a year to remember for Australia captain Michael Clarke, who not only broke the country’s record for the most Test runs scored in a calender year, but also became the first Test cricketer to score four double centuries in a season as well, however, the big question on everyone’s mind is how much of a toll has all his hard work has taken on his mind and body.
Flower was most impressed with Cook’s leadership skills during his first Test series as captain
England coach Andy Flower has lavished praise on his side, stating that they managed to break their 28-year losing streak in India due to their rapid ability to “learn and adapt” to the unfamiliar conditions in the country.
Dhoni is confident his team still have the ability to top the rankings across all three formats
India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has vowed that his side will bounce back after their humiliating loss to England and Pakistan in front of their home fans.
Richards now wants to see the West Indies top the rankings across all three formats
West Indies batting legend Sir Viv Richards has announced that the national team are back on the rise again after having gone through a long stretch of disappointments.
