Simon Hughes's Blog, page 16

India v England: unselfish approach of Alastair Cook, Steven Finn and Samit Patel is the key difference

The contrast in attitude and approach between England and India could not be more different and credit for much of that must go to captain Alastair Cook.

India v England: new improved Monty Panesar earns respect of Little Master Sachin Tendulkar

Simon Hughes: England spinner forces Tendulkar to remain on the defensive in a fascinating private battle in Calcutta.

India v England: Steve Finn can keep home batsmen on the back foot in third Test at Eden Gardens

Simon Hughes: Fast bowler could have big impact for England if he adapts to expected lifeless wicket at Eden Gardens.

India v England: tourists's self-belief and Indian complacency shaped second-Test victory in Mumbai

India's bizarre decision to play into England's hands with their pitch preparation was crucial in their defeat.

India v England: Monty Panesar's muted celebration illuminates the dying of Sachin Tendulkar's light

Simon Hughes: manner of Monty Panesar's celebration after dismissing Indian batsman shows how far Little Master has fallen.

India v England: dogged Nick Compton improving with every innings as he bids to live up to the family name

Nick Compton has a lot to live up to due to his famous grandfather Denis, but has the ability to do so starting in India.

India v England: A score of 275 may prove to be a winning total on a spinning wicket like this one

Monty Panesar bowled an excellent ball to dismiss Tendulkar but mostly he was lucky on a wicket that should have helped him

India v England: world-beater Matt Prior should be promoted to No6

Wicketkeeper now a major player and England need him where he can make most impact.

India v England: James Anderson and England's fast bowlers should still have a major say in this Test series

Simon Hughes: all the focus is on batting and spin bowling, but England's pace bowlers need to sharpen up.

India v England: Kevin Pietersen's mission to dominate spin fails again

Kevin Pietersen continues to deny he has a weakness against left-arm spin, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.