Karun Nair made a return to the Indian Test team after eight years during the five-match series against England. Nair bagged mixed outings in the series, as he accumulated 205 runs in the four Tests he played,

Recently-concluded England-India Test series stood as a stirring reminder of the format’s enduring magic. There was so much talk about the future of Test cricket, but it is series like this that keep the format alive-they keep that fire burning.

The England and India series has served as another reminder that Test cricket still has a pulse. Making its heart beat outside the Big Three is more problematic.

England test series has been called the greatest in recent years.

Despite their on-field success, the Proteas are still waiting for the thrills and drama that come with a five-match Test series