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T20 World Cup Final: 'They said I'd win big games': Abhishek on coach, captain

T20 World Cup Final: 'They said I'd win big games': Abhishek on coach, captain

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Abhishek Sharma overcame a crisis of confidence to deliver a match-winning performance in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, smashing a rapid half-century and propelling India to victory.

T20 World Cup Closing Ceremony: Ricky Martin rocks stadium, TV viewers slam audio

T20 World Cup Closing Ceremony: Ricky Martin rocks stadium, TV viewers slam audio

Rediff.com   2 days ago

The closing ceremony of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad featured stars like Ricky Martin, but viewers at home complained about poor audio quality during the broadcast.

Sanju Samson Rewrites T20 World Cup Final History

Sanju Samson Rewrites T20 World Cup Final History

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Sanju Samson fell short of a century once again, but on the biggest stage he delivered a knock that will be remembered for a long time.

Critics Silenced! Abhishek's 18-Ball Fifty in T20 World Cup Final

Critics Silenced! Abhishek's 18-Ball Fifty in T20 World Cup Final

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Abhishek Sharma played a memorable innings in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, smashing a half-century in just 18 balls, providing India with early momentum.

'My Perfect Innings': Prithvi Shaw Gets Engaged To Akriti Agarwal

'My Perfect Innings': Prithvi Shaw Gets Engaged To Akriti Agarwal

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Prithvi Shaw announced his engagement to girlfriend Akriti Agarwal on social media on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

T20 World Cup: Why New Zealand Have Edge

T20 World Cup: Why New Zealand Have Edge

Rediff.com   2 days ago

History shows New Zealand are yet to lose to India in the T20 World Cup.

Sutherland's Historic Ton, Perry Record Power Australia at WACA

Sutherland's Historic Ton, Perry Record Power Australia at WACA

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Annabel Sutherland scored 129 to become the first woman to hit centuries in three consecutive Test innings as Ellyse Perry set a new Australia women's Test run record.

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, two fans have gone viral online after posting a video performing a ritual to ward off the 'evil eye'.

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

Rediff.com   3 days ago

The India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad is expected to be played on a pace-friendly pitch offering good bounce, with a par score likely around 200.

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Sakshi Singh Dhoni's over-the-top excited reaction became a huge hit with the fans on social media during the T20 World Cup semi-final between India and England at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

Step Inside Gautam Gambhir's Beautiful Home In Delhi!

Step Inside Gautam Gambhir's Beautiful Home In Delhi!

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Gautam Gambhir, head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, opens the doors to his serene Delhi home, offering a rare glimpse into the personal space that anchors him beyond the game.

T20 World Cup, India vs England, Semi-final: 'Bumrah the best of all time': Harry Brook

T20 World Cup, India vs England, Semi-final: 'Bumrah the best of all time': Harry Brook

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Following their narrow seven-run defeat against India in the T20 World Cup semi-final, England captain Harry Brook hailed fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah as the 'best bowler of all time'.

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

Rediff.com   5 days ago

'If you are a Sanju Samson fan, like I am, this was a treat. Great timing, calmness and a refreshingly selfless attitude.'

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to complete 500 international wickets

This POTM award should go to Bumrah: Samson

This POTM award should go to Bumrah: Samson

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 89 powered India to 253/7 before they survived Jacob Bethell's stunning century to beat England by seven runs and enter the T20 World Cup final.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Ranbir, Alia & little Raha cheer for Team India!

T20 World Cup semifinal: Ranbir, Alia & little Raha cheer for Team India!

Rediff.com   5 days ago

As India put on a powerful batting display in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, several prominent faces from cricket and Bollywood watched the action from the stands.

T20 World Cup: Sanju Samson scores 2nd consecutive fifty; Abhishek flops again

T20 World Cup: Sanju Samson scores 2nd consecutive fifty; Abhishek flops again

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Opening the innings, Samson blazed away to a 26-ball half-century as India raced to 67/1 in the Powerplay.

Afghanistan name new T20I captain as squad for SL series announced

Afghanistan name new T20I captain as squad for SL series announced

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Ibrahim Zadran takes over the reins from Rashid Khan after Afghanistan's early ouster from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Dhoni-Sakshi, Gavaskar-Marshneil Light Up Arjun Tendulkar-Saaniya Chandhok's Grand Wedding

Dhoni-Sakshi, Gavaskar-Marshneil Light Up Arjun Tendulkar-Saaniya Chandhok's Grand Wedding

Rediff.com   5 days ago

The wedding ceremony of Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandok on Thursday turned into one of the biggest celebrity gatherings in Mumbai, drawing a galaxy of stars from across the cricketing world and Bollywood.

England will beat India in T20 World Cup semi-final, says ex-Pakistan player Rashid Latif

England will beat India in T20 World Cup semi-final, says ex-Pakistan player Rashid Latif

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Rashid Latif believes England will beat defending champions India in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup in Mumbai on Thursday.