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Neeraj Chopra skips Doha meet as focus shifts to recovery

Neeraj Chopra skips Doha meet as focus shifts to recovery

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is set to miss the Doha Diamond League, to be held on June 19, as he is still recuperating from a back injury in Switzerland.

IPL 2026: 'We've not handled pressure': PBKS coach admits

IPL 2026: 'We've not handled pressure': PBKS coach admits

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin admits the team is struggling to handle pressure after a series of defeats in the Indian Premier League, highlighting concerns over bowling and fielding performances.

BCB Withdraws NOC For Mustafizur Rahman For PSL 2026

BCB Withdraws NOC For Mustafizur Rahman For PSL 2026

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued to pacer Mustafizur Rahman for the Pakistan Super League 2026, following a medical review after the third ODI against New Zealand.

Dhawan drops big take on Rohit, Kohli 2027 World Cup prep

Dhawan drops big take on Rohit, Kohli 2027 World Cup prep

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Shikhar Dhawan believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will have enough match practice to be in top form for the 2027 World Cup, despite reduced match frequency.

Sarfaraz sets tone ahead of Pakistan's Test tour

Sarfaraz sets tone ahead of Pakistan's Test tour

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Sarfaraz Ahmed highlights the importance of trust and clear communication with players as he takes on the role of Pakistan's Test format head coach, ahead of the series against Bangladesh.

BCCI blocks hotel and team bus reach for outsiders

BCCI blocks hotel and team bus reach for outsiders

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is introducing new access control rules for players during the Indian Premier League (IPL) to strengthen discipline and ensure stricter compliance with tournament protocols.

Why India Needs A Cultural Shift To Become A Sporting Superpower

Why India Needs A Cultural Shift To Become A Sporting Superpower

Rediff.com20 May 2026

An analysis of the disparities in India's sporting culture, highlighting the challenges faced by non-cricket athletes and the systemic changes needed for India to become a true sporting superpower.

The Secret Behind Nitish Kumar Reddy's Bowling Transformation

The Secret Behind Nitish Kumar Reddy's Bowling Transformation

Rediff.com21 May 2026

England pace bowling coach Steffan Jones reveals the training methods and tweaks to Nitish Kumar Reddy's action that led to a significant increase in his bowling speed and accuracy, making him a potential asset for the Indian cricket team.

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Babar Azam, Pakistan's key batter, is likely to play in the second Test against Bangladesh after missing the first match due to a knee injury. His return is anticipated to strengthen Pakistan's batting lineup after their loss in the first Test.

Shedge leads the positives as PBKS hold top spot despite loss

Shedge leads the positives as PBKS hold top spot despite loss

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Punjab Kings stay top of IPL 2026 despite a narrow loss to Gujarat Titans, with Suryansh Shedge's impressive 57 highlighting positives on a challenging Ahmedabad pitch.

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's impressive performance in IPL 2026 has sparked debate about his potential return to the Indian T20I squad.

Suryansh Shedge credits 'Ricky sir', Iyer for mindset shift

Suryansh Shedge credits 'Ricky sir', Iyer for mindset shift

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge attributes his improved performance in the Indian Premier League to a crucial mindset shift, crediting head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their guidance.

IPL 2026: 'I'll score centuries later, not chasing records': Sooryavanshi

IPL 2026: 'I'll score centuries later, not chasing records': Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' star batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was not aware of the record of the fastest century in the IPL which he missed by three runs, but said his focus was on hitting sixes and and score maximum runs as he steered his team to a win against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator in Mullanpur on Wednesday.

Australia set to tour Zimbabwe before 2027 World Cup

Australia set to tour Zimbabwe before 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Australia will tour Zimbabwe for three One-Day Internationals in September, marking their first visit to the African nation since 2014.

Harmanpreet & Co keen to build momentum, squad depth ahead of T20 World Cup

Harmanpreet & Co keen to build momentum, squad depth ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

India Women's cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasises the importance of the T20I series against South Africa for World Cup preparation, highlighting the need to provide opportunities to all players and build momentum.

'T20 is thrilling, but base of game is Test cricket'

'T20 is thrilling, but base of game is Test cricket'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Kapil backs India in T20s, stresses focus on Test cricket

Aussie coach backs aging Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for 2027 World Cup

Aussie coach backs aging Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald backs the pace trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood to play the 2027 ODI World Cup, but admitted that Cricket Australia (CA) need to invest in their bodies to set the star pacers up for 2027.

Anukul Roy Aims For More Batting Responsibility At KKR

Anukul Roy Aims For More Batting Responsibility At KKR

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Anukul Roy, the Jharkhand all-rounder, has become a key player for Kolkata Knight Riders with his disciplined left-arm spin. He now seeks a more significant role with the bat, aiming to contribute more in the middle order and replicate his domestic success in the T20 league.

'Not the way I would prepare': Botham slams England's Ashes preparations

'Not the way I would prepare': Botham slams England's Ashes preparations

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

England did not have their full squad in Perth until last Sunday and will play one internal match before the first Ashes Test on November 21.

Dressing room rules broken? IPL 2026 faces major crackdown

Dressing room rules broken? IPL 2026 faces major crackdown

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The BCCI is set to tighten off-field protocols for IPL 2026 due to concerns over unauthorised access to team environments.

Ashwin explains why Priyansh Arya has slowed down

Ashwin explains why Priyansh Arya has slowed down

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin analyses Priyansh Arya's dip in form for Punjab Kings, attributing it to bowlers figuring him out. He also criticises Arshdeep Singh's bowling strategy in the death overs.

IPL 2026: 'We didn't deserve to win': Gill's honest verdict after KKR defeat

IPL 2026: 'We didn't deserve to win': Gill's honest verdict after KKR defeat

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill criticised his team's fielding performance after their loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, citing dropped catches as a key factor in the defeat.

McDonald backs Green to fill Maxwell void in Australia's ODI setup

McDonald backs Green to fill Maxwell void in Australia's ODI setup

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Cameron Green could take on a new ODI finishing role as Australia prepare for the post-Glenn Maxwell era, with coach Andrew McDonald backing the all-rounder's versatility ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

Rediff.com5 May 2026

K L Rahul expresses satisfaction at breaking the perception of being a Test specialist.

Young Nandani Sharama delighted with India call-up for T20 World Cup

Young Nandani Sharama delighted with India call-up for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Sharma, who grabbed eyeballs during the Women's Premier League 2026 season with a haul of 17 wickets, said she was overwhelmed by the selection and credited her family and coaches for their constant support.

Australia's top stars to skip BBL to prepare for T20 World Cup

Australia's top stars to skip BBL to prepare for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Australia's Travis Head finished as the leading scorer of the Ashes series with 629 runs from five Tests, including three centuries.

Bihar's Shubham Kumar Tops JEE Advanced

Bihar's Shubham Kumar Tops JEE Advanced

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Shubham Kumar from the IIT-Delhi zone has secured an All India Rank (AIR) in the IIT-JEE Advanced 2026 results declared by IIT-Roorkee.

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans' opener Sai Sudharsan reveals that he puts in the same kind of preparation for ever game and invests considerable time in mental fitness.

IPL 2026: Barsapara ground staff rewarded for overcoming weather challenges

IPL 2026: Barsapara ground staff rewarded for overcoming weather challenges

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has announced a cash reward of Rs 25 lakh for the ground staff after successfully hosting three IPL matches this season despite challenging weather conditions.

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 May 2026

South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia scored half-centuries, and debutant Nandani Sharma impressed with the ball as India defeated England by 38 runs in the first T20I.

How RCB Stays Ahead In IPL: Krunal Pandya Explains

How RCB Stays Ahead In IPL: Krunal Pandya Explains

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya credits the team's success in the Indian Premier League to a combination of skill and mental strategy, highlighting the importance of staying ahead of the competition.

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Nat Sciver-Brunt will captain the 15-member England squad for the upcoming 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, the ECB announced. The same squad will also participate in the preceding series against India and New Zealand in May-June.

IPL 2026: When The Going Gets Tough, Shreyas Iyer Shows His Class

IPL 2026: When The Going Gets Tough, Shreyas Iyer Shows His Class

Rediff.com24 May 2026

When wickets fall and required rates climb, Shreyas Iyer rarely loses control. His ability to remain calm under pressure has become one of Punjab's biggest strengths this season.

Rishabh Pant's IPL Struggles Explained

Rishabh Pant's IPL Struggles Explained

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Saba Karim says Rishabh Pant's struggles stem from lacking a clear white-ball template, as his poor IPL form continues with LSG.

Big update on Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh return

Big update on Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh return

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board's chairman of selectors, Habibul Bashar, expresses his desire for veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to return to the national team and play until at least the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Ahmedabad On Track To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Ahmedabad On Track To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Ahmedabad is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with key sports complexes slated to be ready by 2029. The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and the Gujarat Police Academy will be central to the Games, featuring 17 disciplines including shooting, badminton, and hockey. Celebrations are planned across 8,000 locations to mark Commonwealth Games Day.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya Likely To Lead Mumbai Indians Against RCB

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya Likely To Lead Mumbai Indians Against RCB

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Hardik Pandya, who missed the previous match due to back spasms, is expected to be fit and lead the Mumbai Indians in their upcoming crucial IPL game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Raipur.

Too many World Cups hurting cricket's charm?

Too many World Cups hurting cricket's charm?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'How much value do fans and audiences hold for an ICC tournament every year? The novelty of it is wearing off, to be very honest and with all due respect.'

Kohli reveals how breaks keep him sharp for IPL 2026

Kohli reveals how breaks keep him sharp for IPL 2026

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli discusses the importance of taking breaks from cricket to stay mentally fresh and avoid burnout, highlighting his recent performance in the IPL after a period away from T20 matches.