England star KP has sparked a huge debate over his unconventional shots against New Zealand. Should the sport ban such brilliance or applaud it? Posted June 17, 2008 by Iestyn Stevens
After starting the ODI series brightly against the Black Caps, England fell apart with bat and ball. Solving this inconsistency must be at the top of coach Peter Moores' agenda. Posted July 05, 2008 by Iestyn Stevens
Back-to-back seasons at an average of over one hundred runs - but it seems the selectors prefer inexperienced youth to classy experience. Posted March 24, 2008 by Harriet Marlow
Once hailed as the world’s premier all rounder, Freddie has had mixed form and numerous injury concerns since being arguably the most influential player of the 2005 ashes – can he again reach the pinnacle? Posted May 07, 2008 by James Mortimer
Since they clobbered the Aussies, Michael Vaughan's men have had a rough Test passage - hardly surprising when you consider the injuries they have sustained. Posted March 23, 2008 by Harriet Marlow
It's clear that there has been a changing of the guard among England's quickies. Are we saying goodbye to Steve Harmison and Matthew Hoggard? Posted March 26, 2008 by Hamish McBrearty
Author Hamish McBrearty is staggered at the drunken, loutish behaviour of spectators at sporting events, and asks at exactly what point did sport and drinking to excess become linked in New Zealand's "culture"? Posted February 27, 2008 by Hamish McBrearty
With the Aussies showing signs of vulnerability, the 2007 tournament promises to be the most open yet. Posted February 15, 2007 by Siddharth Viswanathan
The disaster in the Caribbean was a watershed and there could be good times ahead in the build-up to the 2011 World Cup. Posted August 24, 2007 by David Reavill
What's the ideal way for the England captain to prepare for a crucial Twenty20 game against New Zealand? Going to a strip club at midnight of course. Talk about a big boob! Posted September 19, 2007 by Mark Rivlin
Sportsfreak compiles a list of the New Zealand cricket team's most depressing Test performances and is alarmed at the wealth of material to choose from. Read on if you dare. Posted November 14, 2007 by Sports Freak
Steve McClaren's team weren't the first to under-achieve (and they won't be the last). But they're in good company. Posted November 23, 2007 by Graham Smith
Mark Rivlin's irreverent look at the sporting week also touches on bouncy-castle time as America goes wild over Super Bowl XLII, while for UK Patriots, English cricket gets the Colly wobbles again. Posted January 28, 2008 by Mark Rivlin
Sexist football boss Mike Newell is in hot water for his attack on assistant referee Amy Rayner at the weekend. But was his claim that there is no place for women officials in the senior game justified? Sportingo's MARK RIVLIN says yes - but colleague DONNA GEE insists female referees are here to stay. Posted November 13, 2006 by Sportingo Staff
New Zealand have a capable team, talented enough to match, but not powerful enough to regularly dominate, an Australian or Indian team. They need a special player to help nurture them. Posted May 08, 2008 by James Mortimer
Of all of the upcoming North v South tours, it will be France's two-Test visit to Australia that will give the Wallabies their greatest challenge in years. Posted May 10, 2008 by James Mortimer
Fabio Capello should take note, there is no team to be frightened of in this competition - and that bodes well for the future of his tenure. Posted June 17, 2008 by Andy Harding
Samir Nasri is going to be a smash hit at the Emirates, Tottenham surprise no one - and the Anfield game plan is as crappy as ever. Posted August 17, 2008 by Vikas V
Ryan Sidebottom's second innings five-wicket haul hasn't made up for England's negative batting in the first dig. A rate of two an over is unacceptable in the modern game. Posted March 08, 2008 by Harriet Marlow
Gone are the lazy, hazy summer days of cricketers all in white - replaced by various versions of the game designed to make the most of technology. Posted May 13, 2008 by Joe Morris
Next week's Test may be too soon for a return to international cricket for the Lancashire all-rounder. It will be better to wait for the South African series. Posted May 09, 2008 by Chris Goldsmith
Since the heady days of 2005, English cricket has lacked consistency and we are now way behind the big boys. But it's no use Paul Collingwood saying it's the media's fault. Posted March 19, 2008 by Chris Hockman
The 2007 World Cup finalists may not have set the world alight at the Six Nations but the achievements of their coach should not be overlooked. Posted March 20, 2008 by James Mortimer
England and Ireland don't seem capable of preventing the world champions retaining their crown. Posted November 05, 2008 by James Lawler
World Cup the target as rugby union's great entertainers vow to repair their reputation on Euro tour Posted November 03, 2006 by Reuters
Only two weeks to go to the World Cup, but as the teams start their preparations, some of the game's best coaches have half an eye on pastures new. Posted February 28, 2007 by Madhusudan Rao
The tournament has never been so open and with so much talent on show, it's hard to pick a winner. But three teams stand out as genuine contenders to be world champions. Posted March 06, 2007 by Matt Genner
Now the World Cup gets really exciting, with any one of the eight surviving teams capable of lifting the trophy. Posted March 27, 2007 by Siddharth Viswanathan
After the first week of Super 8 matches, the teams that are likely to make it to the last four of the World Cup are emerging. Posted March 31, 2007 by Madhusudan Rao
It will take a mighty effort but a win against South Africa may just be enough for Michael Vaughan and Co to pump up their hopes of reaching the top four. Posted April 10, 2007 by Madhusudan Rao
They won the first-ever World Cup in 1987, but the All Blacks have since failed to live up to their reputation as the team to beat. Now they are cast-iron favourites to end their barren run this autumn. Posted April 10, 2007 by Jamie Scott
England took the second Twenty20 match of their series over the Black Caps by 52 runs at Christchurch. The skipper led from the front while the New Zealand batsmen struggled . . . again. Posted February 07, 2008 by Hamish McBrearty