At the recently concluded Indian Premier League, though there were a lot of individual and team performances, one cannot ignore the importance of captaincy in any form of the game. This is a look at how the captains influence their team and the game in general.

It comes as total surprise to me that instead of focusing on a very rare overseas series win for India, the English and Indian print media are busy sharpening their knives to dive into the Indian captain's decision of not enforcing follow-on, in spite of a 319 run first innings lead. Is it a common trend in the media nowadays just to overlook the positives and keep on harping about the negatives? Read on to find out this writers opinion.

The September 11 attacks changed the way we used to think. Today it has made us more insecure, fearful, suspicious, and made us believe anything is possible in this modern world. But it has also made us more proactive and better prepared than at any time. How has 9/11 affected sports? Read on to find out.

They all made their debuts together around the same time. They all have played about the same number of Test matches. They were all primed for greatness and almost at the same time, they have achieved it. Let's take a look at these three cricketers who have helped shape up the fortune of their respective countries.

A high profile committee has been setup to look into the Indian cricket team's dismal performance in the one day games. Historically, such committees have proved nothing more than an eyewash. Would this one prove different?

The sun sets on a kingdom, as it rises on another. A super power is on the decline as the world of cricket hails the rise of a new world order. At the centre of this power struggle is a nation, which has over the years, struggled to take that final leap of glory. But, the winds of change are already blowing and are threatening to sweep away the cricket world with them.

Indian Cricket has been going through a tumultuous phase for over a year now, and it is time that changes are made so the team can get back on track. Read on to learn what needs to be done.

Indian cricket fanatics are looking forward to the new season with bated breath. Not because of the team per se, but because of the man in charge of the team. The appointment of Greg Chappell as the new coach brings a sense of belief and optimism. But, will he be able to handle the intense media scrutiny that goes with the most challenging job of his career?

For Indian cricket to advance, it must move past the very person who brought it some of its greatest glories.

John Wright, a New Zealander, is resigning as National Coach of the Indian cricket team. He leaves a legacy that his native predecessors could not even dream about. His departure will be much mourned in a nation with a long tradition of xenophobia.