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Climate change, rising popularity of T20s threaten Test cricket, says former Australia skipper Ian Chappell

Former Australia skipper Ian Chappell believes Test cricket is threatened not just by the rising popularity of T20s but also climate change, something that the boards around the globe need to pay serious attention.

India vs South Africa: Do Indian batsmen have the technique to survive overseas?

Between India's bravado and the eventual ambush, the batsmen discovered that the tools they had brought to the battle were dodgy at best and ineffective at worst.

Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara's contrasting strengths give India a shot at history in South Africa

The intent and aggression the Indian skipper exhibits complements the maturity and composure of Pujara perfectly, something that should hold India in good stead in South Africa.

South Africa vs Bangladesh 2017: 'Killer' David Miller smashes himself into rich form with record-breaking ton

It was a moment to behold when Miller scored the fastest century in T20I history on Sunday against a hapless Bangladeshi side at Potchefstroom

India vs New Zealand: Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli bond strengthens with fourth double-century stand

Kohli’s runs tally stands at an astounding 1,387 in 26 matches at an average of 77.06 including six hundreds. Rohit isn't far behind — with five hundreds — although he has played in eight fewer matches than his skipper.

India vs New Zealand: Visitors' much-lauded planning evaporates in Pune's non-existent heat

While analysts will pore into the reasons for the sudden fall in standards in New Zealand’s cricket, what was most baffling was their skipper Kane Williamson choosing to bat first

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Lack of Misbah and Younis-style grafters plays right into Herath and Co's hands

It will invariably take time for the young Pakistan batsmen to settle into their roles and losing players of the calibre of Misbah and Younis will affect any team

India vs Australia: MS Dhoni's evolved batting role warrants a higher position than No 7

With so much of experimentation being done, India should not shy away from trying MS Dhoni out at No 5 as it will be in the best interests of the team.

India vs Australia: It's not just Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, hosts' entire batting lineup oozes maturity

The young batsmen entering the Indian dressing room via one door seem to go out onto the field through the other rejuvenated with a dose of maturity and discipline

KL Rahul in red-hot form, but needs controlled aggression in Tests to convert fifties into tons

Test cricket is not about over-the-top aggression. It is more about controlled aggression. And KL Rahul needs to learn that quickly in the same manner that Virender Sehwag did.