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Nissanka reaches milestone as SL seal Super 4 spot

Nissanka reaches milestone as SL seal Super 4 spot

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2025

This was Nissanka's 17th fifty-plus score in T20Is and he has now leapfrogged Kusal Mendis (16) and Kusal Perera (15) to have the most fifty-plus scores in the format for Sri Lanka.

Asia Cup Viewers Fume Over Condom Ads

Asia Cup Viewers Fume Over Condom Ads

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2025

During the India-Pakistan game, viewers expressed outrage on social media after being bombarded with condom and other sexually-themed ads.

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2025

'You told me to give revs on the ball. I decided to give the ball some spin and get some bounce. Because of that, I got three wickets, you got two.'

Asia Cup 2025: India seal Super 4 spot as UAE rout Oman

Asia Cup 2025: India seal Super 4 spot as UAE rout Oman

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

India's march to the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2025 is all but confirmed, as the United Arab Emirates delivered a standout all-round effort to overpower Oman

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

'They are forced because the BCCI has agreed to it.'

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Mahieka Sharma has featured in music videos, indie films, and campaigns for Tanishq, Vivo, and Uniqlo, while walking the ramp for designers Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre and Tarun Tahiliani.

Afghanistan suffer blow as pacer ruled out of Asia Cup

Afghanistan suffer blow as pacer ruled out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Afghanistan started off their Asia Cup campaign with a massive win by 94 runs over Hong Kong in their Group B clash at Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, September 9.

Pant begins rehab, sets sights on Windies Tests

Pant begins rehab, sets sights on Windies Tests

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Pant picked up the injury on the opening day of the Old Trafford Test when he attempted a reverse sweeps against Chris Woakes. Despite the injury, the following day he returned to bat and scored a fighting half-century.

Siraj named ICC Player of the Month for August

Siraj named ICC Player of the Month for August

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Mohammed Siraj's superb match-winning effort on the final day of the Test series against England that helped win The Oval Test match by six runs helped him clinch the award.

'Handshake Kar Lo, Show Some Grace': Shoaib

'Handshake Kar Lo, Show Some Grace': Shoaib

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

'Don't make it political, let cricket be a game.'

India Extend T20 Dominance Over Pakistan

India Extend T20 Dominance Over Pakistan

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

This was India's third victory in a row against Pakistan and their 11th victory overall against the arch-rivals in 14 T20 matches.

Execution key as Kuldeep bamboozles Pak batters

Execution key as Kuldeep bamboozles Pak batters

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

'To be honest against Pakistan, my job was just to see who is batting and react accordingly. I had my plans and executed them.'

Here's How Pakistan Capt Reacted to SKY's Handshake Snub

Here's How Pakistan Capt Reacted to SKY's Handshake Snub

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Salman Ali Agha chose to boycott the TV presentation ceremony, quietly leaving the field after India's emphatic win, signalling his own protest while maintaining decorum.

No Handshakes! India-Pak Clash Marred by Snub

No Handshakes! India-Pak Clash Marred by Snub

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

Customs were broken and tensions visible as India and Pakistan skipped the usual handshakes after their Asia Cup clash in Dubai on Sunday.

Surya: We dedicate this win to the armed forces

Surya: We dedicate this win to the armed forces

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2025

'For the whole team, we think it's just another game. We prepare the same for all the oppositions.'

Empty Seats Dominate India-Pakistan Tie For First Time Ever

Empty Seats Dominate India-Pakistan Tie For First Time Ever

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2025

On Sunday at the Asia Cup 2025, fans were left stunned as empty seats overshadowed the match, raising questions about the impact of political tensions and calls to boycott.

Pakistan's Moment of Embarrassment! 'Jalebi Baby' Replaces Anthem

Pakistan's Moment of Embarrassment! 'Jalebi Baby' Replaces Anthem

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2025

Embarrassment struck the Pakistan camp when a shocking anthem mishap unfolded at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

Record Alert! Mandhana Joins Elite ODI Run-Scorers' List

Record Alert! Mandhana Joins Elite ODI Run-Scorers' List

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2025

Smriti Mandhana becomes 7th-highest run-getter in women's ODIs

Dubai Police on high alert for India vs Pak match

Dubai Police on high alert for India vs Pak match

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2025

The cricketing world turns its eyes to Dubai on Sunday as India and Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup, their first meeting since a tense geopolitical showdown earlier this year.

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2025

Surya walks into a scenario where, in cricket-crazy India, losses to most teams are tolerated, but a defeat to Pakistan is rarely forgiven.