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Delhi Capitals Confirm K L Rahul For IPL 2027

Delhi Capitals Confirm K L Rahul For IPL 2027

Rediff.com   8 Sep 2026

Delhi Capitals quashed all rumours over senior batter K L Rahul's future with the franchise, with co-owner Parth Jindal confirming his retention for IPL 2027.

Sachin Tendulkar Spends Rs 70 Crore On Lonavala Property

Sachin Tendulkar Spends Rs 70 Crore On Lonavala Property

Rediff.com   8 Sep 2026

Sachin Tendulkar has acquired a 3.86 acre land parcel in Lonavala, Maharashtra, for approximately Rs 70 crore, completing the purchase through three separate conveyance deeds.

Tilak Varma Sledges 15-Year-Old Vaibhav In Duleep Trophy Final

Tilak Varma Sledges 15-Year-Old Vaibhav In Duleep Trophy Final

Rediff.com   8 Sep 2026

During the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai, South Zone captain Tilak Varma showed frustration towards 15-year-old East Zone vice-captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi amidst a strong opening partnership by East Zone. The exchange, which included Varma reportedly calling Sooryavanshi "Kya yaar ye vice captain," added drama to the highly anticipated match.

Dewald Brevis equals Duminy's six-hitting record, joins South Africa's elite

Dewald Brevis equals Duminy's six-hitting record, joins South Africa's elite

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

Dewald "AB Baby" Brevis equalled JP Duminy's 71 sixes in just 35 T20Is, starred with 226 series runs, won Player of the Series, and helped South Africa clinch the title.

Ishan Kishan Joins Elite List As He Slams Maiden First-Class Double Ton In Duleep Trophy final

Ishan Kishan Joins Elite List As He Slams Maiden First-Class Double Ton In Duleep Trophy final

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

Ishan Kishan continued his impressive form in crucial matches by scoring his maiden first-class double century, a blistering 250 off 301 balls, for East Zone against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final before retiring hurt due to cramps.

Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has been appointed as a Specialist Mentor for the England men's white-ball teams, aiming to bolster their preparations for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

Women's Asia Cup T20: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana fined for Shafali send-off

Women's Asia Cup T20: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana fined for Shafali send-off

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee and received one demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the Women's Asia Cup match against India, after gesturing towards opener Shafali Verma upon her dismissal.

Why Have Sreesanth, Sanju Samson Fallen Out?

Why Have Sreesanth, Sanju Samson Fallen Out?

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

S Sreesanth and Sanju Samson ignore each other at the Kerala Cricket League 2026 awards ceremony.

Ameesha Patel shuts down Hardik Pandya dating speculation

Ameesha Patel shuts down Hardik Pandya dating speculation

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2026

Actress Ameesha Patel strongly reacted to social media speculation regarding her friendship with cricketer Hardik Pandya after a viral video showed her hand on his arm, sarcastically dismissing romantic interpretations and advising the X user to 'have a girl even as a friend'.

Five-star Sai Kishore stars in Gloucestershire's dominant win

Five-star Sai Kishore stars in Gloucestershire's dominant win

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2026

Indian left-arm spinner B Sai Kishore delivered a match-winning five-wicket haul for Gloucestershire, leading them to a dominant 213-run victory over Derbyshire in the County Championships.

'Still the best': Pakistan coach's bizarre claim after India rout

'Still the best': Pakistan coach's bizarre claim after India rout

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2026

Pakistan women's team coach Wahab Riaz made a controversial statement after his side's seven-wicket defeat to India in the Women's Asia Cup 2026, claiming Pakistan is still the best team in the tournament. His comments came amidst criticism from former captain Sana Mir regarding squad selection, which Riaz defended as a move to build for the future. Pakistan now faces a crucial must-win match against Hong Kong to stay in the competition.

Irfan Pathan Takes Dig At Pakistan With 'Sunday' Joke

Irfan Pathan Takes Dig At Pakistan With 'Sunday' Joke

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2026

The Indian women's cricket team secured a dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Women's Asia Cup, bowling them out for just 55 runs. This one-sided win prompted former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan to revive his viral "Sunday" joke on social media, referencing past India-Pakistan clashes.

Historic! Harmanpreet first captain to lead in 150 T20Is

Historic! Harmanpreet first captain to lead in 150 T20Is

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2026

India's Harmanpreet Kaur has become the first cricketer, male or female, to captain a team in 150 T20 Internationals.

Women's Asia Cup: India, Pakistan Captains Snub Each Other Again At Toss

Women's Asia Cup: India, Pakistan Captains Snub Each Other Again At Toss

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2026

The captains of India and Pakistan women's cricket teams, Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana, once again refrained from shaking hands at the toss during their Women's Asia Cup 2026 match in Dubai.

Sachin Tendulkar recalls father's profound advice on Teachers' Day

Sachin Tendulkar recalls father's profound advice on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2026

Sachin Tendulkar remembered his father Ramesh's timeless lessons on honesty, character and avoiding shortcuts, while launching a fellowship to honour his legacy and expand opportunities for young professionals.

Srikkanth questions why India chose stars over youngsters against Afghanistan

Srikkanth questions why India chose stars over youngsters against Afghanistan

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth questioned whether India's star-studded Afghanistan squad was picked out of fear after recent defeats, arguing the series offered an ideal chance to blood promising youngsters.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has what it takes to rule world cricket: Srikkanth

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth backs 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to become a world cricket superstar, citing his fearless batting, Duleep Trophy heroics, IPL dominance and potential across all three formats.

Washington Sundar's India return under scrutiny as Srikkanth questions match fitness

Washington Sundar's India return under scrutiny as Srikkanth questions match fitness

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth has questioned Washington Sundar's inclusion for India's Afghanistan T20Is, saying the all-rounder must prove match fitness through competitive cricket after recurring injuries.

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Glenn Maxwell picks Virat Kohli as ODI cricket's 'best-ever'

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Glenn Maxwell has named Virat Kohli the best-ever ODI batter, praising his exceptional timing, control and gap-finding ability while highlighting his remarkable record in successful run-chases.

Padikkal, Siraj set for Duleep Trophy final as India's Afghanistan series nears

Padikkal, Siraj set for Duleep Trophy final as India's Afghanistan series nears

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Devdutt Padikkal and Mohammed Siraj have joined South Zone for the Duleep Trophy final, while Tilak Varma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Ishan Kishan could feature before India's Afghanistan series.