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Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2026

Jos Buttler goes past Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-getter T20s during the Men's Hundred match between Manchester Super Giants' (MSG) match against Welsh Fire.

V V S Laxman To Replace Agarkar As India's Chief Selector?

V V S Laxman To Replace Agarkar As India's Chief Selector?

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2026

VVS Laxman is reportedly being considered to replace Ajit Agarkar as the chief selector for the BCCI, whose extended tenure ends next month.

India call up spin quartet to nets ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

India call up spin quartet to nets ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2026

Team India has brought in four young Indian spinners - Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Tanush Kotian, and Vipraj Nigam - to assist in net practice ahead of their two-Test series against Sri Lanka, despite already having four spinners in their main squad.

Shafique, Sajid put Pakistan on course for victory in 2nd Test

Shafique, Sajid put Pakistan on course for victory in 2nd Test

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2026

Abdullah Shafique's unbeaten century and Sajid Khan's four-wicket haul have put Pakistan in a commanding position against West Indies on Day 3 of the second and final Test.

Will Mohammad Amir Play IPL? He Finally Responds

Will Mohammad Amir Play IPL? He Finally Responds

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, now eligible for the IPL due to his British citizenship, has stated he is keeping his options open regarding participation. While confirming his involvement in the PSL from 2027 as an overseas player, Amir remained non-committal about playing in the IPL, despite his new eligibility allowing him to play as a British overseas player.

Dhoni's High-Speed KTM Ride Has Fans Buzzing

Dhoni's High-Speed KTM Ride Has Fans Buzzing

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was seen riding a KTM 390 Duke at the Madras International Circuit during a promotional event, showcasing his continued passion for motorcycles and speed.

Why Ravindra Jadeja Could Be India's Key Weapon In Sri Lanka Tests

Why Ravindra Jadeja Could Be India's Key Weapon In Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Batting great Cheteshwar Pujara believes veteran spinner Ravindra Jadeja's recent shift to a more aggressive, wicket-taking mindset in red-ball cricket will make him a vital player for India during the upcoming two-Test series in Sri Lanka.

Pant seeks Dhoni's help ahead of Sri Lanka Tour

Pant seeks Dhoni's help ahead of Sri Lanka Tour

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant trained with former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni in Ranchi ahead of the challenging Test tour of Sri Lanka.

'I Knew It Would Happen': Umpire Chaudhary Recalls Kohli-Gambhir's Fiery IPL 2013 Clash

'I Knew It Would Happen': Umpire Chaudhary Recalls Kohli-Gambhir's Fiery IPL 2013 Clash

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Former umpire Anil Chaudhary recounted the intense verbal altercation between Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir during an IPL 2013 match, highlighting the aggressive playing style common among players from North India.

Shafique's century, Babar's fluent 85 put Pakistan in command

Shafique's century, Babar's fluent 85 put Pakistan in command

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Abdullah Shafique scored an unbeaten hundred and captain Babar Azam neared a century, forging a crucial 168-run partnership to put Pakistan in a commanding position against West Indies on Day 2 of the second Test.

Rohit Sharma hails T Dilip's 'magic' and 'workhorse' efforts for Indian cricket

Rohit Sharma hails T Dilip's 'magic' and 'workhorse' efforts for Indian cricket

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

Indian batter Rohit Sharma lauded former fielding coach T Dilip for his significant contributions, including two T20 World Cup wins and the Champions Trophy, calling him a 'legend' and a 'workhorse' who 'created magic within the group.' Dilip, who served from 2021 until recently, expressed gratitude for his tenure, especially cherishing the popular fielding medal ceremony.

Arshdeep Drops Heart Emoji On Samreen's Post

Arshdeep Drops Heart Emoji On Samreen's Post

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2026

Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh and actor-model Samreen Kaur have sparked fan speculation with their latest social media exchange, following their relationship going Instagram official.

'I was told I only want IPL': Shashank

'I was told I only want IPL': Shashank

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2026

Punjab Kings all-rounder Shashank Singh is set to play for Pondicherry in the 2026-27 domestic season after securing an NOC from the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh. Singh alleges a lack of support from Chhattisgarh during his injury recovery and claims he was unfairly excluded from state tournaments and camps, despite being a top domestic performer. He plans to focus on white-ball cricket moving forward.

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi proved unstoppable with the ball last season -- picking up 60 wickets in 10 matches at an incredible average of 12.56 last season to help J&K script history by winning its first Ranji Trophy title.

25 sixes, 233 runs! Abhishek roars back

25 sixes, 233 runs! Abhishek roars back

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2026

Abhishek Sharma scored a sensational 233 runs off just 91 balls, including 25 sixes, in a senior inter-district One-day match in Punjab. This explosive knock comes at a crucial time for the left-hander, who has been struggling for form in international T20I cricket despite his past success and destructive batting ability.

J&K pacer Auqib Nabi earns maiden India call-up; replaces Bumrah for Sri Lanka Tests

J&K pacer Auqib Nabi earns maiden India call-up; replaces Bumrah for Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2026

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi earned his maiden call-up to the Indian team after he was named as Jasprit Bumrah's replacement for the upcoming two-match Test series in Sri Lanka.

Hardik Pandya visits Tirumala Temple with Mahieka Sharma, sports tonsured head

Hardik Pandya visits Tirumala Temple with Mahieka Sharma, sports tonsured head

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2026

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, currently recovering from injury, visited the revered Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala with his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, sporting a tonsured head that has sparked speculation among fans.

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2026

From his iconic Melbourne centuries to Lord's heroics, revisit Ajinkya Rahane's five greatest Test knocks that shaped his remarkable India career.

Why make Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vice-captain now? Bhogle questions

Why make Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vice-captain now? Bhogle questions

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2026

Veteran commentator Harsha Bhogle has raised concerns over the appointment of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone's vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy, citing his limited red-ball experience, while selectors defend the decision as a long-term learning opportunity.

R Ashwin Wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 ODI World Cup Squad

R Ashwin Wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 ODI World Cup Squad

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2026

Ashwin wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 World Cup squad, saying the veteran seamer's swing bowling could be crucial in South African conditions.