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T20I tri-series: Evans' final over heroics help Zimbabwe edge Namibia

T20I tri-series: Evans' final over heroics help Zimbabwe edge Namibia

Rediff.com4 days ago

Zimbabwe secured a dramatic five-run victory over hosts Namibia in the third match of the T20 tri-series, taking four wickets in the final over to defend their total of 195-6.

Rohit Speculation Raises Agarkar Questions

Rohit Speculation Raises Agarkar Questions

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Why should the Hitman of Indian cricket walk into every ODI carrying a retirement question on his shoulders? He should be carrying only his bat to the crease, not a suitcase full of speculation about his future, asserts K R Nayar.

Babar Azam's Return Could Reshape Pakistan's Test Fortunes

Babar Azam's Return Could Reshape Pakistan's Test Fortunes

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Pakistan captain Babar Azam is expected to return for the second Test against England at Lord's after recovering from a finger injury. His potential comeback offers a significant boost to the team, which suffered a heavy defeat in the first Test, as England leads the three-match series 1-0.

UP Spinner Kartik Yadav Models Draws Inspiration From Jadeja And Pandya

UP Spinner Kartik Yadav Models Draws Inspiration From Jadeja And Pandya

Rediff.com2 days ago

Young Uttar Pradesh spinner Kartik Yadav, who impressed on his Ranji Trophy debut, aims to become an all-format cricketer by drawing inspiration from the adaptability of Ravindra Jadeja and the composure of Hardik Pandya.

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Sanju Samson reveals Virat Kohli's advice on fitness, discipline and lifestyle, while explaining why he quit cricket's 'rat race' before becoming India's T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament.

Patidar, Sooryavanshi set for Duleep Trophy semifinal showdown

Patidar, Sooryavanshi set for Duleep Trophy semifinal showdown

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Duleep Trophy reaches its semifinal stage with defending champions Central Zone and last year's runners-up South Zone receiving direct entry. They will face East Zone and North Zone, respectively, who advanced after winning their quarterfinal matches. The upcoming clashes promise intense competition as teams battle for a spot in the final.

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's women's cricket team secured a commanding 94-run victory over Thailand in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener. Despite a batting collapse after a strong start by Shafali Verma, India posted 159-9, then bowled out Thailand for just 65, with Deepti Sharma delivering a record-breaking spell. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledged the win but cautioned against complacency.

Pakistan sends seven players home from England; coach Sarfaraz replaced ahead of third Test

Pakistan sends seven players home from England; coach Sarfaraz replaced ahead of third Test

Rediff.com4 days ago

Visitors Pakistan replaced seven players and their head coach on Monday, after suffering two heavy losses to England in their ongoing three-Test series.

T20 tri-series: Pretorius, Jansen shine in South Africa's dominant win over Zimbabwe

T20 tri-series: Pretorius, Jansen shine in South Africa's dominant win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pretorius struck 94 off 51 balls and Jansen took three wickets as South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 43 runs, strengthening their final prospects.

Shastri says Rohit gave critics a 'tight slap with the bat'

Shastri says Rohit gave critics a 'tight slap with the bat'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Rohit Sharma's century at Lord's not only secured a victory for India but also effectively ended speculation about his ODI future.

V V S Laxman to coach India men's team at Asian Games 2026

V V S Laxman to coach India men's team at Asian Games 2026

Rediff.com1 days ago

VVS Laxman, BCCI's Centre of Excellence chief, will coach the Indian men's cricket team at the upcoming Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He will be assisted by Sunil Joshi, Hrishikesh Kanitkar, and Subhadeep Ghosh. Gautam Gambhir, the regular head coach, will be with the senior team for the West Indies ODI series. Amol Muzumdar will continue as the head coach for the Indian women's team, who will also defend their title.

Dinusha's Unbeaten Century Forces Draw in Colombo, Earns Tendulkar Comparison

Dinusha's Unbeaten Century Forces Draw in Colombo, Earns Tendulkar Comparison

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sonal Dinusha's magnificent unbeaten 133, including a crucial century-run stand with Keshara Nuwantha, helped Sri Lanka secure a remarkable draw against India in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

Dasun Shanaka creates CPL history with stunning ton

Dasun Shanaka creates CPL history with stunning ton

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Dasun Shanaka smashed the fastest century in Caribbean Premier League history, an unbeaten 121 off just 43 balls, leading St Kitts and Nevis Patriots to a record 137-run victory over St Lucia Kings. This dominant performance significantly boosted the Patriots' net run rate and kept their playoff hopes alive, while Jeremiah Louis secured a maiden five-wicket haul.

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Powers India To Semis With Huge Win Over Hong Kong

Rediff.com1 days ago

Smriti Mandhana breaks plethora of records as India outplay Hong Kong by 137 runs on Thursday to enter Women's Asia Cup semi-final.

Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Resilient Sri Lanka salvage draw as Dinusha denies India in Colombo

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored an unbeaten 133, his second century of the match, to help the hosts salvage a draw against India in the second Test, denying them a series sweep.

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Rediff.com7 days ago

England seized total control at Lord's after bowling Pakistan out for 110, building a 261-run lead as Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismantled their batting.

How Sonal Dinusha became India's latest spin nightmare

How Sonal Dinusha became India's latest spin nightmare

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Sri Lankan all-rounder Sonal Dinusha, who averaged 140 in the recent Test series against India, found solace and success in cricket as an escape from financial hardship. His journey, marked by dedication and a relentless work ethic, saw him rise from a child without a bat to a national hero, with coaches highlighting his unwavering commitment to the game.

Kaia's 72 Powers Zimbabwe to Crucial T20 Victory

Kaia's 72 Powers Zimbabwe to Crucial T20 Victory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Innocent Kaia's career-best 72 runs led Zimbabwe to a five-wicket victory over hosts Namibia in the Twenty20 tri-series, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in the weekend final against South Africa.

Man arrested 36 years after attacking cricket umpire in Mumbai

Man arrested 36 years after attacking cricket umpire in Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Mumbai Police have finally apprehended Omprakash Lalta Pasi, 36 years after he allegedly attacked a cricket umpire with a bat in Borivali in 1990, following a decades-long pursuit.

Ambidextrous spinner Vijay Yadav draws inspiration from Virat Kohli

Ambidextrous spinner Vijay Yadav draws inspiration from Virat Kohli

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kashi Rudras' ambidextrous spinner Vijay Yadav has set an ambitious target of making it to the IPL within the next one to two years, driven by his dedication to all three departments of the game and profound inspiration from Virat Kohli's aggression and commitment.

Nine losses in 16! India face Asia Cup reality check

Nine losses in 16! India face Asia Cup reality check

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's Women's T20 Asia Cup campaign begins against Thailand, with the team facing questions about their recent form and consistency. Despite a strong historical record in the tournament, recent losses and individual player form, including captain Harmanpreet Kaur, raise concerns. The team aims to overcome fielding issues and batting inconsistencies, relying on key players like Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Deepti Sharma, as they prepare for both the Asia Cup and upcoming Asian Games.

Gary Kirsten tips Dhruv Jurel as a world-class Test prospect

Gary Kirsten tips Dhruv Jurel as a world-class Test prospect

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Sri Lanka coach Gary Kirsten praised Sonal Dinusha's twin centuries and pressure-handling ability, while calling India's Dhruv Jurel a world-class player with superb technique and short-ball skills.

India's Sri Lanka win reveals 2 big Test positives

India's Sri Lanka win reveals 2 big Test positives

Rediff.com7 days ago

Devdutt Padikkal's assured batting at number three and Manav Suthar's strong performance as a lead Test spinner are the biggest gains for India from their recent Test series in Sri Lanka, addressing key questions surrounding the team's future.

'This Is PATHETIC Cricket'

'This Is PATHETIC Cricket'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Everyone is talking about the Pakistan team, and how it is the worst touring team in the last 50 years. But nobody is speaking about how the current board is the worst in the last 70 years.'

Vijay's resolution for Tamil as HC's principal language gets House nod

Vijay's resolution for Tamil as HC's principal language gets House nod

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Tamil Nadu Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution, moved by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, urging the Centre to recognise Tamil as the principal language of the Madras High Court. The resolution highlights Tamil's classical status and the need for judgments to be available in the local language, while also addressing historical demands and constitutional provisions.

Sooryavanshi Misses Century After Breaking 57-Year Old Duleep Trophy Record

Sooryavanshi Misses Century After Breaking 57-Year Old Duleep Trophy Record

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old batter, made history by becoming the youngest player to score a half-century in the Duleep Trophy. Playing for East Zone against Central Zone, he scored an unbeaten 80 off 69 balls, breaking a 57-year-old record.

Pakistan Cricket Board launches inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq's controversial injury

Pakistan Cricket Board launches inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq's controversial injury

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq has returned home from England amidst a PCB inquiry into his calf muscle injury, which is suspected to be faked. This follows the team's poor performance and drastic measures taken by the board, including sending players home and replacing coaches. Imam-ul-Haq has a history of similar injury allegations.

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

2nd Test: England surge towards series win as Pakistan left with mountain to climb

Rediff.com6 days ago

England moved to the brink of victory at Lord's as Dan Lawrence's unbeaten fifty extended their lead to 357, leaving Pakistan facing an almost impossible chase.

Dogged Dinusha Helps Sri Lanka Draw 2nd Test, India win series 1-0

Dogged Dinusha Helps Sri Lanka Draw 2nd Test, India win series 1-0

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sonal Dinusha scored a brilliant century while the tail wagged around him as Sri Lanka earned a draw on the final day of the second Test in Colombo on Thursday but India claim the series 1-0.

Tri-series: Pretorius power show ends Namibia's winning run as South Africa book final

Tri-series: Pretorius power show ends Namibia's winning run as South Africa book final

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Lhuan-dre Pretorius smashed a maiden T20I century off 53 balls, while Connor Esterhuizen added 88, powering South Africa to an 11-run win over Namibia and a final berth.

Suryakumar Yadav vows hard work for India return

Suryakumar Yadav vows hard work for India return

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who lost his spot in the national team after struggles with form and an inconsistent IPL season, has stated he is working hard for a comeback. The 35-year-old, a key player for Mumbai Indians, last played for India in Tests and ODIs in 2023.

Will Pant keep wickets? Jurel gives fitness update

Will Pant keep wickets? Jurel gives fitness update

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel provided an update on Rishabh Pant's right shoulder injury, which led to Jurel taking over wicketkeeping duties during the second Test against Sri Lanka. Jurel also highlighted Pant's significant influence on his own game and their effective batting partnership.

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.com1 days ago

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.

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Yuvraj Singh Named Delhi Capitals' Batting Coach

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh is slated to become the batting coach for Delhi Capitals for the 2027 IPL season. This marks his first coaching assignment in the league, joining a revamped support staff under Sourav Ganguly, who will serve as Director of Cricket.

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.com19 hours ago

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.

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

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

Rediff.com21 hours ago

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.

2nd Test: Gill declares 'Test cricket won' after Sri Lanka's gritty fightback

2nd Test: Gill declares 'Test cricket won' after Sri Lanka's gritty fightback

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill hailed Sri Lanka's gritty resistance after Sonal Dinusha's second century forced India to settle for a draw in the second Test.

Greatest Indian cricketer: Ashwin picks Sachin Tendulkar as No. 1

Greatest Indian cricketer: Ashwin picks Sachin Tendulkar as No. 1

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ravichandran Ashwin crowned Sachin Tendulkar India's greatest cricketer in his all-time bracket, while making surprise calls by choosing Sehwag over Dhoni and Bumrah over Virat Kohli.

Ranji Trophy: Siddhesh Lad Replaces Shardul Thakur As Mumbai Captain

Ranji Trophy: Siddhesh Lad Replaces Shardul Thakur As Mumbai Captain

Rediff.com4 days ago

Siddhesh Lad has been appointed as the new captain of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team, replacing Shardul Thakur, who was relieved to manage his workload. Lad, a seasoned batter, returns to lead the domestic giants after a stellar previous season.

Jurel reveals why his century celebration was special

Jurel reveals why his century celebration was special

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 115 against Sri Lanka, inspired by his 'Mamba Mentality' motto, showcased his disciplined approach to Test cricket, contrasting with Rishabh Pant's aggressive style while building a crucial 112-run partnership.