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'No plan to remove Gambhir or bring in new head coach'

'No plan to remove Gambhir or bring in new head coach'

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

"There is no plan to remove Gautam Gambhir": Rajeev Shukla quashes reports of change in Test coach

Flashy start, but Suryavanshi falls early in VHT

Flashy start, but Suryavanshi falls early in VHT

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi set the tone for Bihar's chase with a blistering burst at the top before failing to convert a promising start in their comfortable eight-wicket win over Meghalaya in the Vijay Hazare Trophy Plate Group on Monday.

Lalit Modi issues apology for controversial remark

Lalit Modi issues apology for controversial remark

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

After the viral video, the Ministry of External Affairs said the government remains fully committed to ensuring that fugitives wanted in India return to the country and face trial before the courts.

Does Dhoni Smoke?

Does Dhoni Smoke?

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

While photographs of M S Dhoni enjoying the company of movie stars have been scattered on social media, a controversial video preceding the birthday bash surfaced on the Internet.

No Babar, No Shaheen: PCB's bold Sri Lanka gamble

No Babar, No Shaheen: PCB's bold Sri Lanka gamble

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

With the 2026 T20 World Cup fast approaching, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has opted for a bold shake-up, dropping marquee players such as Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi from the T20I squad for the Sri Lanka series.

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Australia's Laura Harris scripted history on Sunday as she became the second woman to smash a half-century in 15 balls in the history of T20 cricket.

India-Born Wadia's Explosive Cameo Lights Up BBL

India-Born Wadia's Explosive Cameo Lights Up BBL

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Playing in just his second BBL match, Jerrssis Wadia made an instant impact in the Australian Big Bash League, delivering a thrilling cameo for the Adelaide Strikers.

2-Day Test! Cricket Australia Braces For Aus $10m Loss

2-Day Test! Cricket Australia Braces For Aus $10m Loss

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Cricket Australia are bracing for a massive loss of around Aus $10m ($7.72 million), according to media reports in Australia.

'A win is a win, but...': Vaughan on MCG Test

'A win is a win, but...': Vaughan on MCG Test

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Cricketer-turned-commentator Vaughan has expressed his thoughts regarding the fourth Test. The former cricketer praised England's win but added that cricket fans should not celebrate after seeing a Test match ending in two days.

Remembering The Great Shane Warne

Remembering The Great Shane Warne

Rediff.com   27 Dec 2025

The Melbourne Cricket Club has launched an exhibition celebrating the life, career and enduring legacy of spin great Shane Warne.

Kohli's special souvenir for wicket hero Jayswal

Kohli's special souvenir for wicket hero Jayswal

Rediff.com   27 Dec 2025

Gujarat's left-arm spinner Vishal Jayswal received a signed match ball from batting great Virat Kohli after taking his wicket during a thrilling Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Bengaluru on Friday.

Deepti creates history as India rout SL; seal T20 series 3-0

Deepti creates history as India rout SL; seal T20 series 3-0

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2025

Deepti Sharma created a new record in women's cricket, while Shafali Verma smashed a blistering half-century as India thrashed Sri Lanka by eight wickets to seal the five-match T20I series 3-0.

'Pitch doing too much': 20 wickets fall, legends cry foul

'Pitch doing too much': 20 wickets fall, legends cry foul

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2025

A wicket-laden Boxing Day Test at the MCG triggered widespread debate, with former cricketers from both Australia and England questioning whether the pitch offered far too much for the bowlers.

Boxing Day Test Mayhem: 20 Wickets Fall on Day 1

Boxing Day Test Mayhem: 20 Wickets Fall on Day 1

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2025

Australia finished marginally on top at the end of a chaotic opening day of the fourth Ashes Test after an extraordinary 20 wickets fell in front of a record crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

Smriti and Jemimah Spread Christmas Cheer

Smriti and Jemimah Spread Christmas Cheer

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues shared a photo of the pair wearing Santa hats and festive red and green outfits.

'Santa' Sachin's Christmas Post Goes Viral

'Santa' Sachin's Christmas Post Goes Viral

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2025

Cricketers lit up Christmas with family moments and festive messages for fans.

RCB's Mangesh Yadav reflects on Rs 5.2 Cr IPL deal

RCB's Mangesh Yadav reflects on Rs 5.2 Cr IPL deal

Rediff.com   25 Dec 2025

Of the 77 players signed at the auction, 35 of them were uncapped Indians, and one among them was the highly rated all-rounder Mangesh Yadav, who was snapped up by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a hefty sum of Rs 5.2 crore (Rs 52 million).

Next Sachin? Tharoor Wants Suryavanshi In Indian Team

Next Sachin? Tharoor Wants Suryavanshi In Indian Team

Rediff.com   25 Dec 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has dropped the ultimate cricket compliment, comparing 14-year-old Bihar batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

Record Blitz! 22 Centuries On Day 1 Of Vijay Hazare

Record Blitz! 22 Centuries On Day 1 Of Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com   25 Dec 2025

Bihar's teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, aged just 14, blasted an 84-ball 190 to become the youngest List-A centurion ever. His captain Sakibul Gani, then upstaged him with a 40-ball 128 not out -- the fastest List-A century by an Indian.

Comeback Kings! Rohit, Kohli slam centuries in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Comeback Kings! Rohit, Kohli slam centuries in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rediff.com   25 Dec 2025

Senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli made a grand comeback to the Vijay Hazare Trophy, smashing centuries on the opening day of the one-day tournament on Wednesday.