Michael Vaughan's Blog, page 34

Michael Vaughan: Ricky Ponting's decision should herald a massive change in Australia's cricket philosophy

It would have been very hard for Ricky Ponting to make the decision to stand down as Australia captain. I know what he will have gone through over the past few days and, even though it is the right move for Australian cricket, it does not make it easy to admit you want to give up something you love doing.

Michael Vaughan: England can thank Graeme Swann for reaching the Cricket World Cup quarter-final

England have a second life in this World Cup and the main reason why they are not sitting at home watching the rest of the tournament on television is Graeme Swann.

Michael Vaughan: England's bowlers must be more aggressive against South Africa

It was staggering to see England lose to Ireland and on Sunday they have the massive challenge of trying to beat South Africa, the team I expect to win the World Cup.

Michael Vaughan: England are yet again going to arrive at a World Cup mentally and physically worn out

England have repeated the same mistakes of 2003 and 2007 in preparing for the World Cup.

Michael Vaughan: Pakistan players' punishments prove a missed opportunity by the ICC to flush out corruption

The punishments handed out to the three Pakistan cricketers over spot-fixing allegations were just another example of how the International Cricket Council operates.

The Ashes: the future of English cricket looks brighter than ever after this comprehensive triumph

Winning the Ashes is great and creates a lot of jubilation and back page headlines but the real benchmark for this England side will be next summer's series against India.

The Ashes 2010: England hammered the basics and Australia must face up to hard truths

For the majority of this series it was men against boys. England hammered the basics and that is what sport is all about.

The Ashes: Michael Vaughan's England player ratings

England's former captain and Telegraph Sport columnist runs the rule over the current team's performances in the last five Tests.

Skiing La Plagne: Michael Vaughan chases runs of a different kind

Former England captain Michael Vaughan and his family are bowled over by the resorts of Belle Plagne and Plan Peisey.

Michael Vaughan: Well done England, but for your own future you must win the Ashes outright in Sydney

England have retained the Ashes in style by beating Australia in all departments. It has been great to watch and full credit to Andrew Strauss and Andy Flower for a meticulously planned mission.