His resolve has grown over the years and the doughty batsman from Karachi has remained in good spirits ever since he was dropped from the side

As the year comes to a close, let's review which players announced retirements and take a look at their cricket journeys

The touring party is coming with a full-strength squad which harbingers a tooth and nail battle.

Ab de Villiers cameo in front of a packed house in Centurion propelled Tshwane Spartans to the top of Mzansi Super League (MSL) table

"If we want to pick up 20 wickets we have to execute our plan perfectly," added Azhar.

Smith said he is more motivated by Yasir's celebration and will bat with more discipline. It remains to be seen who will have the last laugh.

The indelible memories of the fateful day when Phillip Hughes departed this world will never be forgotten.

Ponting shared his incisive analysis on Babar's batting and shared some sage advice for the quality batsman.

'One bad game doesn't make you an incapable player' Azhar Ali