It had to happen at some point of time. A part of the media and fans expected Dhoni to step down after World Cup 2015.
Dhoni’s Test retirement had served a precedent that he would turn up on any random day and make big announcements.
Angelo Mathews’ concern over Dushmantha Chammera’s fitness could also pave way for another fast bowler, who will be entrusted to partner Suranga Lakmal and Nuwan
A year full of one historic high and abysmal lows, South Africa had a forgettable time as a team but memorable as individuals.
Cricket is sacrosanct to us, and there is no way we want anything to happen to cricketers. Ever.
Ireland in 2017 will look to consolidate their position in the ICC Intercontinental Cup and also try to prove that they are no pushovers when
Pakistan have enough firepower to face Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
India were ahead of England in every department, both skills-wise and in terms of preparation, attitude and hunger.
Australia defeated Pakistan by 39 runs to win an engaging encounter at The Gabba.
Australia continued to keep Pakistan under the scanner on Day 3 of the first Test at Gabba.
Ravindra Jadeja might have dismissed the England captain for fifth time in the series, but there are others who have done better.
Pakistan will have to perform better with the ball to stop Australia's rampage.
It is only a shame that England have turned up as a directionless mob on this tour.
With the series already in India's grasp, England will be eager to sign off on a high.
Both Pakistan and Australia have plenty to play for after series defeats against New Zealand and South Africa respectively.
AUS 21/0 OVERS: 6.0
IND 336 (111.4 Ovs)
AUS lead by 54 runs
Sri Lanka vs England - 1st Test
ENG 38/3 OVERS: 15.0
SL 359 (136.5 Ovs)
ENG need 36 runs to win
United Arab Emirates vs Ireland - 4th ODI
United Arab Emirates
Match begins at 11:00 IST (05:30 GMT)
Bangladesh vs West Indies - 1st Test
03 Feb, 2021 09:30 IST
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Sri Lanka vs England - 2nd Test
22 Jan, 2021 10:00 IST
Galle International Stadium, Galle
Pakistan vs South Africa - 1st Test
26 Jan, 2021 10:30 IST
National Stadium, Karachi
Pakistan vs South Africa - 2nd Test
04 Feb, 2021 10:30 IST
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Afghanistan vs Ireland - 1st ODI
21 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Afghanistan vs Ireland - 2nd ODI
24 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Afghanistan vs Ireland - 3rd ODI
26 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Bangladesh vs West Indies - 1st ODI
20 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
Bangladesh vs West Indies - 2nd ODI
22 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
Bangladesh vs West Indies - 3rd ODI
25 Jan, 2021 11:00 IST
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Sri Lanka vs England - 2nd Test
22 Jan, 2021 10:00 IST | 04:30 GMT
Galle International Stadium, Galle
Australia drew with India
South Africa vs Sri Lanka - 2nd Test
South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 10 wickets
New Zealand vs Pakistan - 2nd Test
New Zealand beat Pakistan by an innings and 176 runs
India beat Australia by 8 wickets
South Africa vs Sri Lanka - 1st Test
South Africa beat Sri Lanka by an innings and 45 runs