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Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'As I said, while you're contributing, or while you're in the best group of players, why do you have to put a cap on a guy or a girl, if you're a certain age?'

Watch Out Kiwis! Rohit Ready To Rumble

Watch Out Kiwis! Rohit Ready To Rumble

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma took to the nets to fine-tune his batting ahead of the three-match series against New Zealand, starting on Sunday, January 11.

From retirement talk to MCG glory: Tongue's Ashes fairytale

From retirement talk to MCG glory: Tongue's Ashes fairytale

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Tongue claimed a five-wicket haul in the first innings to help skittle Australia for 152 with best figures of 5-45, and then triggered a batting collapse in the second innings with fellow pacer Gus Atkinson leaving the pitch due to injury.

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Joe Root contributed a magnificent 160 to England's first-innings tally of 384 but Travis Head drove Australia to 166 for two in response on the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

Australia in touch with India on Bondi Beach terror attack: MEA

Australia in touch with India on Bondi Beach terror attack: MEA

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The Telangana police on December 16 stated that Sajid Akram, one of the accused in the Bondi Beach terror attack in Australia, was originally from Hyderabad, contrary to earlier reports that had identified the attackers as being of Pakistani origin.

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli hits the nets in Vadodara on Thursday as he geared up for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

From afar on Saturday, the SCG track looked to have a distinct tinge of green on it as the groundsmen ran the roller over it.

Will Bumrah Captain India In Sydney?

Will Bumrah Captain India In Sydney?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Will Rohit Sharma get one final opportunity to salvage his Test career?

Bachchan Jr, Maxwell, Waugh back new European T20 League

Bachchan Jr, Maxwell, Waugh back new European T20 League

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'With ETPL, we hope we can bring the magic of cricket euphoria to mainland Europe.'

Terror Strikes Worldwide: 2025 In Pix

Terror Strikes Worldwide: 2025 In Pix

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A visual record of major terror attacks across the world in 2025, capturing moments of violence, loss, and resilience.

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Sophie Molineux will take over as Australia's all-formats captain after Alyssa Healy retires at the end of the upcoming home series against India.

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

An India-Pakistan fixture in an ICC event generates revenue to the tune of a staggering 'USD 250 million (over Rs 2200 crore', as per some estimates and the absence of the cash-cow fixture from the upcoming T20 World Cup is certain to cause heavy losses to all stakeholders.

Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said the team is ready for the Pakistan T20I series despite a short, interrupted build-up, calling the tour vital preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

'Don't think we have ever seen Virat Kohli bat this well'

'Don't think we have ever seen Virat Kohli bat this well'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat recently, amassing 700 runs in his last 10 innings in 50-overs cricket.

The Housemaid Review: Deliciously Twisted

The Housemaid Review: Deliciously Twisted

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

The Housemaid makes up for a few hiccups with a series of sharply staged shocks, resulting in a fun and satisfying thriller, notes Mayur Sanap.

Slain Aus shooter Sajid Akram visited Hyderabad six times: Police

Slain Aus shooter Sajid Akram visited Hyderabad six times: Police

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Telangana Police investigate the connection between Sajid Akram, the suspect in the recent Australia mass shooting, and his multiple visits to Hyderabad after migrating abroad.

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

England captain Ben Stokes was forced off the field because of injury on Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia on Wednesday.

Shreyas cleared to play ODI series vs New Zealand

Shreyas cleared to play ODI series vs New Zealand

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Shreyas Iyer receives clearance to join Team India for home ODIs against New Zealand

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted players from the Australian and England cricket teams ahead of the final Ashes Test at Kirribilli House for his annual New Year's Day reception on Thursday.

Meet the Indian-origin man who helped restrain Bondi beach shooter

Meet the Indian-origin man who helped restrain Bondi beach shooter

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Amandeep Singh-Bola, born in New Zealand to Indian and Kiwi parents, helped tackle suspect Sajid Akram.

'Lakshya's fighting spirit is remarkable'

'Lakshya's fighting spirit is remarkable'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

This was Lakshya Sen's first title since the Canada Open in 2024.

Starc admits fatigue after Ashes heroics, hails fan support

Starc admits fatigue after Ashes heroics, hails fan support

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'The body is holding together, and it's a great group to be a part of.'

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Rediff.com28 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.

'A star is born': Bethell joins elite with SCG century

'A star is born': Bethell joins elite with SCG century

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

England's young batter Jacob Bethell joined an elite list after scoring his maiden Test century against Australia on Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

England called up spinner Shoaib Bashir and seamer Matthew Potts for the final Ashes Test against Australia beginning on Sunday with one of them set to fill the void created by Gus Atkinson's injury-induced absence.

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has now amassed 1,091 runs in 300-plus successful chases in ODIs, averaging 121.22 with a strike rate of 125.25, including seven hundreds and two fifties.

Rain threat looms large over Sydney Test

Rain threat looms large over Sydney Test

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

According to the Australian Government's Bureau of Meteorology, rain is set to disrupt three days of the Test match.

Shreyas Iyer named Mumbai captain for Vijay Hazare

Shreyas Iyer named Mumbai captain for Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

If Iyer is cleared for international duty, Mumbai will need to appoint a new captain for the Vijay Hazare Trophy knockouts, which begin on January 12.

Ashwin's BBL dream comes crashing down!

Ashwin's BBL dream comes crashing down!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin's much-anticipated foray into Australian Big Bash League has been stalled by a knee injury with the off-spinner ruled out of the entire season with Sydney Thunder.

Good news on Shreyas Iyer's health

Good news on Shreyas Iyer's health

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Iyer sustained a blunt injury to his abdomen while fielding during the third ODI against Australia on 25th October 2025, resulting in a laceration of his spleen with internal bleeding.

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

'They're all going to score because they are naturally gifted players but the real high-risk way of playing, I'm afraid it hasn't worked.'

'No expectations': Swiatek plays down Slam milestone

'No expectations': Swiatek plays down Slam milestone

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Iga Swiatek has dismissed suggestions the career slam is driving her Australian Open campaign this year, with the world number two saying on Friday that she tries to block out outside noise and focus only on "grinding match by match".

Milestones in sight as Kohli, Iyer gear up for Rajkot ODI

Milestones in sight as Kohli, Iyer gear up for Rajkot ODI

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Indian cricketers Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer are on the brink of something special in their respective ODI careers.

'Kohli bats in ODIs like it's Delhi local league'

'Kohli bats in ODIs like it's Delhi local league'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

What stands out in Kohli's current run is the balance -- the familiar, calculated ODI template remains intact, but there is also a noticeable willingness to take calculated risks.

'He Basically Walks the Talk': Iyer Praises Kohli After Ace Chase

'He Basically Walks the Talk': Iyer Praises Kohli After Ace Chase

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Iyer, who returned to international action after a long injury layoff following a spleen laceration with internal bleeding sustained during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney in October last year, said he was delighted to begin the series on a winning note.

Too bowler-friendly! ICC punishes MCG pitch

Too bowler-friendly! ICC punishes MCG pitch

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Despite England securing their first Test victory on Australian soil since 2011, Australia have already retained the Ashes by winning the first three Tests to take an unassailable 3-1 lead.

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Jacob Bethell scored his maiden Test century to lead an England rearguard action on the fourth day of the fifth Test on Wednesday but Australia still looked firmly set for victory.

Damien Martyn out of induced coma after meningitis

Damien Martyn out of induced coma after meningitis

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has woken from an induced coma after being hospitalised for over a week due to meningitis.

Cummins lauds squad depth as Australia retain the Ashes

Cummins lauds squad depth as Australia retain the Ashes

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

'I think it's a huge credit to (head coach) Andrew McDonald, the coaching staff and the medical staff that we feel like we've got a big squad that we can draw on.'

Bondi beach shooter originally from Hyderabad: Cops

Bondi beach shooter originally from Hyderabad: Cops

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Telangana Police confirm that Sajid Akram, a suspect in the Bondi beach shooting in Australia, is originally from Hyderabad. He migrated to Australia 27 years ago.