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'God's Plan': Sensational Shafali scripts history!

'God's Plan': Sensational Shafali scripts history!

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2025

Shafali Verma scripted a new record to her name as the opener blasted the highest score by an Indian batter in the Women's World Cup final.

Kuldeep to return from Australia!

Kuldeep to return from Australia!

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2025

Kuldeep Yadav has been released from the Indian squad for the last two T20I against Australia.

Women's World Cup: Mandhana shatters Mithali's record

Women's World Cup: Mandhana shatters Mithali's record

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2025

Smriti Mandhana etched a new record to her name, overtaking former skipper Mithali Raj to register the most runs scored by an Indian batter in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup.

'Brightest star': Gambhir's touching message for SRK

'Brightest star': Gambhir's touching message for SRK

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2025

India coach and two-time IPL-winning leader of Kolkata Knight Riders, Gautam Gambhir, penned a warm birthday message for team co-owner Shah Rukh Khan, calling him 'the brightest star shining in our lives.'

SA star in exchange for Samson! RR, DC ready for swap?

SA star in exchange for Samson! RR, DC ready for swap?

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

As Sanju Samson's IPL future remains to be a subject of intense debate, Rajasthan Royals are reportedly in advanced talks with Delhi Capitals for a swap deal involving South African Tristan Stubbs.

Easwaran hails Gambhir's impact on his batting

Easwaran hails Gambhir's impact on his batting

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

Easwaran has been a domestic cricket stalwart for Bengal, with 107 first-class games, 8,070 runs at an average of 48.32 with the help of 27 centuries and 33 fifties.

Five match-ups that could shape India's date with destiny

Five match-ups that could shape India's date with destiny

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

As India chase history at home in Navi Mumbai, while Laura Wolvaardt's South Africa will look to script their own fairytale, by finally breaking their run of heartbreaks at ICC events.

'Stop playing musical chairs with batting order'

'Stop playing musical chairs with batting order'

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

Ramesh didn't mince words when criticising the decision to send Harshit Rana ahead of Shivam Dube, arguing that the management must respect each player's primary role.

Good news on Shreyas Iyer's health

Good news on Shreyas Iyer's health

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

Iyer sustained a blunt injury to his abdomen while fielding during the third ODI against Australia on 25th October 2025, resulting in a laceration of his spleen with internal bleeding.

'I really hope he starts getting the place he deserves'

'I really hope he starts getting the place he deserves'

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

'He has been benched so many times that he has lost a bit of rhythm.'

Babar Breaks Rohit's T20I World Record In Lahore

Babar Breaks Rohit's T20I World Record In Lahore

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2025

Pakistan's veteran batter Babar Azam surpassed Rohit Sharma's world record for the most runs by a batter in T20 Internationals.

The Hundred set for IPL-style player auction in 2026

The Hundred set for IPL-style player auction in 2026

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

England's The Hundred cricket competition will switch to an IPL-style player auction for the 2026 season next year.

'I didn't know this': Abhishek reacts to Hazlewood news

'I didn't know this': Abhishek reacts to Hazlewood news

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

Hazlewood said he was keyed up for the massive summer with the Ashes beginning November 21.

IPL 2026: Where is Sanju Samson headed to?

IPL 2026: Where is Sanju Samson headed to?

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

It is believed that captain Sanju Samson has asked Rajasthan Royals to trade him or release him into the auction, signalling an end to his long association with the franchise.

Why India and Aus players wore black armbands

Why India and Aus players wore black armbands

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) fell silent on Friday as players from India and Australia, along with match officials and staff, paid an emotional tribute to 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, who tragically lost his life after being struck on the neck during a training session earlier this week.

SKY's toss woes leave everyone in splits at MCG

SKY's toss woes leave everyone in splits at MCG

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

On Friday, in the second T20I against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Suryakumar Yadav lost yet another toss as Mitchell Marsh called correctly and opted to bowl first.

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

India's record-breaking chase against Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup semifinal sent a wave of pride and emotion through the country's sporting fraternity.

'This is the greatest day in the history of Indian women's cricket'

'This is the greatest day in the history of Indian women's cricket'

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues produced a sensational knock that included 14 fours as India pulled off the biggest successful chase in women's ODI history with nine balls to spare.

Aus opener Litchfield makes history at Women's WC

Aus opener Litchfield makes history at Women's WC

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2025

She has never been dismissed for below 25 by India in women's ODIs.

PIX: Mithali, Kareena lead 'Trophy Walkout' at WC semi-final

PIX: Mithali, Kareena lead 'Trophy Walkout' at WC semi-final

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2025

UNICEF India Ambassador, Kareena was seen wishing the Indian players before the toss.