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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.

India, Japan to Play Historic T20I to Celebrate Diplomatic Ties

India, Japan to Play Historic T20I to Celebrate Diplomatic Ties

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

India and Japan will play their first-ever men's T20 International cricket match on September 22 at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture, marking the 75th anniversary of India-Japan Diplomatic Relations.

'Coach's Favourites': Badrinath's Dig at Gambhir's Choices

'Coach's Favourites': Badrinath's Dig at Gambhir's Choices

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Former India batter S Badrinath has expressed concerns regarding India's T20I squad for the upcoming Afghanistan series, particularly questioning the consistent inclusion of Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy. He suggested that some selections might be influenced by team management preferences. Badrinath also welcomed Jasprit Bumrah's potential return, calling it a significant boost for the team ahead of the Asian Games.

'Castles to build': India stars hail Smriti Mandhana's historic feat

'Castles to build': India stars hail Smriti Mandhana's historic feat

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Smriti Mandhana's explosive 124 off 64 balls against Hong Kong in the Women's T20 Asia Cup saw her surpass Mithali Raj and Meg Lanning to become the leading run-scorer and century-maker in women's international cricket, drawing widespread praise from the cricket community.

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh led birthday wishes for young India batter Abhishek Sharma, praising his explosive talent and personal growth, while his sister Komal Sharma also shared an emotional message.

BCCI Wants Sooryavanshi to Follow Sachin's Path

BCCI Wants Sooryavanshi to Follow Sachin's Path

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

'He's monitored from every angle and every step he is taking forward in his international career.'

Gill-Gambhir Make Big Request Ahead Of 2027 World Cup

Gill-Gambhir Make Big Request Ahead Of 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

India is reportedly exploring an ODI series in South Africa before the 2027 World Cup, a move initiated by the team management to gain crucial exposure to conditions and fine-tune preparations for the tournament.

Nabi's First County Wicket Has An India Connection

Nabi's First County Wicket Has An India Connection

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Auqib Nabi made a notable debut for Surrey, taking Kuldeep Yadav's wicket.

'This one is for my family': Mandhana dedicates record-breaking century to loved ones

'This one is for my family': Mandhana dedicates record-breaking century to loved ones

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

Smriti Mandhana's record 124 powered India to a 137-run win over Hong Kong, while Deepti Sharma and fellow bowlers completed the rout and exposed little resistance from opponents.

Women's Asia Cup: Smriti Mandhana Sets New Records With Explosive Ton Vs Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: Smriti Mandhana Sets New Records With Explosive Ton Vs Hong Kong

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2026

Smriti Mandhana etched her name in the annals of cricket history, becoming the batter with the most centuries in women's international cricket while hitting the most centuries in women's international cricket in the Women's Asia Cup match against Hong Kong in Dubai on Thursday.

Axed Pakistan Players Summoned For Charles Meet

Axed Pakistan Players Summoned For Charles Meet

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2026

Pakistan's axed players were summoned to attend a meeting with King Charles amid PCB fears over a low turnout.

Birthday Boy Shami Eyes India Test Comeback

Birthday Boy Shami Eyes India Test Comeback

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2026

Mohammed Shami, despite being out of international contention since 2025, is making a strong case for a Test team comeback through his exceptional performances in domestic cricket.