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ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The ICC board has formed a committee to assess the impact of the growing franchise cricket leagues on the international cricket calendar, aiming to strike a balance and prevent disruption.

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Sooryavanshi, at just 15 years old, made his emotional T20I debut for India, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat. He received his maiden cap from Tilak Varma amidst applause from his teammates, marking a dream come true.

Subtle variations with accuracy: KL Rahul highlights Manav Suthar's most dangerous weapons

Subtle variations with accuracy: KL Rahul highlights Manav Suthar's most dangerous weapons

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

India vice-captain KL Rahul said Manav Suthar's impressive ability to vary his speed without noticeable change in action, and unerring accuracy make the young left-arm spinner a massive threat across the conditions.

Traffic jam delay adds to Team India's woes in Southampton

Traffic jam delay adds to Team India's woes in Southampton

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

India's challenging UK tour threw up another obstacle on Saturday when a traffic jam delayed their arrival at Southampton for the fifth and final Twenty20 International against England, which the hosts won by 56 runs.

'The Most Valuable Show For Us Is KBC'

'The Most Valuable Show For Us Is KBC'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has seen its revenue grow by over 9 per cent to 7,064 crore, driven by the strong performance of SonyLIV, Sony SAB, and Sony Entertainment Television (SET), said Gaurav Banerjee, head of SPNI.

CM Yadav Hails India Women's Historic Test Win Over England

CM Yadav Hails India Women's Historic Test Win Over England

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated the Indian women's cricket team for their historic 270-run victory over England in the first-ever women's Test match at Lord's. He highlighted the significant contribution of Madhya Pradesh's Kranti Gaud, who took seven wickets in the match, expressing national pride in the team's stellar performance.

What's Shubman Gill Doing With Roger Federer?

What's Shubman Gill Doing With Roger Federer?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

India cricket captain Shubman Gill attended the Wimbledon Championships, where he met tennis legend Roger Federer. Gill also watched matches from the Royal Box alongside Sachin Tendulkar, marking his entry into an exclusive group of Indian captains to receive this honour.

'If Rohit, Kohli score runs why should we look at their age?': Harbhajan

'If Rohit, Kohli score runs why should we look at their age?': Harbhajan

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has voiced strong support for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup, emphasising that performance, not age, should be the primary criterion for selection.

I learnt that consistency is everything in Test cricket: Manav Suthar

I learnt that consistency is everything in Test cricket: Manav Suthar

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar said that his maiden Test appearance taught him that consistency and patience are the biggest virtues in the longest format.

Saransh Jain gets maiden India call up, Jadeja recalled for Sri Lanka Tests

Saransh Jain gets maiden India call up, Jadeja recalled for Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Uncapped off-spinner Saransh Jain has been named as the replacement for the injured Washington Sundar in India's Test squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, while the availability of key players Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan hinges on their fitness clearance.

Ravindra Jadeja hails Manav Suthar's 'dream ball' in Galle Test

Ravindra Jadeja hails Manav Suthar's 'dream ball' in Galle Test

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja lauded young spinner Manav Suthar's opening delivery in the first Test against Sri Lanka, describing it as a 'left-arm spinner's dream ball' after it dismissed Dinesh Chandimal with sharp turn and bounce.

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

The fifth edition of the J&K Open golf tournament, featuring a doubled prize purse of Rs 1 crore, is set to begin at the Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. Defending champion Shaurya Bhattacharya will compete against top Indian professionals and international players, with the event also aiming to boost golf tourism in the region.

The Real Reasons India Can't Reach the FIFA World Cup

The Real Reasons India Can't Reach the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Despite a population of 1.45 billion, India's football team is ranked a lowly 138th in the world and failed to qualify for next year's Asian Cup, highlighting deep-rooted systemic issues and a failure to implement reforms that keep the World Cup dream distant for fans.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Becomes Youngest Indian Cricketer

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Becomes Youngest Indian Cricketer

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from Bihar has been selected for India's T20 squad for upcoming series against Ireland and England, becoming the youngest ever Indian cricketer to achieve this feat, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record. His family expressed immense joy and pride over his selection, which followed his stellar performance in IPL 2026.

India Women's Cricket Team To Take Learnings From Series Defeat

India Women's Cricket Team To Take Learnings From Series Defeat

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India women's cricket team head coach Amol Muzumdar said the team would return richer in 'learnings' despite a 1-4 defeat against South Africa women. He identified the team's inability to strike in the powerplay and lapses in finishing with the bat as key areas of concern.

After 16 Years, Lalit Modi Eyes India Return

After 16 Years, Lalit Modi Eyes India Return

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has been cleared in most of the Enforcement Directorate's findings and penalties in the 2009 IPL South Africa FEMA case by an appellate tribunal. This verdict ends a 16-year legal battle, prompting Modi to announce his plans to return to India by late this year or early next year.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli First Indian Pair To Play 400 International Games Together

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli First Indian Pair To Play 400 International Games Together

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have become the first Indian pair to feature together in 400 international cricket matches.

Devdutt Padikkal strengthens his claim for No. 3 spot with maiden Test ton

Devdutt Padikkal strengthens his claim for No. 3 spot with maiden Test ton

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

India's Devdutt Padikkal struck his maiden Test hundred to underline his credentials for the number three slot and propelled the tourists to a commanding 288-2 in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday.

'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could be a generational talent if handled well'

'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could be a generational talent if handled well'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza has hailed 15-year-old Indian batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a potential 'generational talent' who needs careful management despite a tough debut series in England.

Sanjay Manjrekar backs NEET-UG protesters, calls for student empowerment

Sanjay Manjrekar backs NEET-UG protesters, calls for student empowerment

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has publicly thrown his support behind students protesting the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, emphasising the importance of empowering India's youth amidst ongoing demonstrations and calls for systemic educational reform.

India dethrone England to become No 1 in T20Is again

India dethrone England to become No 1 in T20Is again

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

India has ascended to the No. 1 position in the ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings, surpassing England, following their dominant 2-0 series lead against Zimbabwe. Key performances from batters Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, alongside strong bowling, secured the series victory and the top ranking.

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's patient, unbeaten 99 anchored England's chase of 234 against India, securing a four-wicket victory and levelling the three-match ODI series 1-1. India captain Shubman Gill attributed his side's defeat to a middle-order collapse, which saw them slump from 178 for 3 to 193 for 7.

Raichandani, Virk hit 50s to lead India U-19's strong reply against Sri Lanka on Day 2

Raichandani, Virk hit 50s to lead India U-19's strong reply against Sri Lanka on Day 2

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Openers Lakshya Raichandani and Sagar Virk made unbeaten 93 and 87 respectively as India Under-19 made a strong reply against Sri Lanka Under-19 on Day 2 of the first Youth Test in Galle on Tuesday.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Can't Be Demoralised By Anyone

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

At 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has not just won a match. He has led from the front, lifted a struggling side, and announced -- loudly and clearly -- that he is here to stay, applauds R K Nayar.

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill shared his approach to handling pressure, focusing on controllable factors and avoiding external influences.

Don't shorten ODIs to 40 overs, play more triangular series: Shubman Gill

Don't shorten ODIs to 40 overs, play more triangular series: Shubman Gill

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India skipper Shubman Gill has strongly rejected the idea of pruning ODIs to 40 overs, instead advocating for more triangular or quadrangular series to revive the struggling format amidst the rise of T20Is.

The Great Collapse: How India's Big T20 Shake-Up Failed

The Great Collapse: How India's Big T20 Shake-Up Failed

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Indian team, which looked invincible under Suryakumar Yadav, has suddenly hit rock bottom a few months after winning the T20 World Cup.

Clinical India register first T20I series win under skipper Iyer

Clinical India register first T20I series win under skipper Iyer

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

India secured their three-match Twenty20 international series against Zimbabwe with a dominant 90-run victory in the second match at Harare Sports Club, marking new T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer's first series win.

Did Gambhir's Absence In Zimbabwe Help India? Fans Think So

Did Gambhir's Absence In Zimbabwe Help India? Fans Think So

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Following India's dominant T20I victory over Zimbabwe, social media erupted with fan discussions, with many attributing the team's relaxed performance to Gautam Gambhir's absence and V V S Laxman's oversight, while others cautioned against overreacting to a single match.

Kohli, Rohit remain very integral part of India's ODI team: Shubman Gill

Kohli, Rohit remain very integral part of India's ODI team: Shubman Gill

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Shubman Gill has affirmed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are indispensable to India's ODI team, highlighting their vast experience and skill.

IPL Chief Backs Big Bash League's India Debut

IPL Chief Backs Big Bash League's India Debut

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal supports Cricket Australia's decision to host a Big Bash League opener in Chennai, highlighting India's significance as the world's largest cricket market and its role in the sport's global expansion, especially with cricket's inclusion in the Olympics.

Can Kuldeep Yadav Finally Turn The Tide in Sri Lanka?

Can Kuldeep Yadav Finally Turn The Tide in Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Kuldeep Yadav will look towards the Sri Lanka series as his big opportunity to finally seal his place as India's No 1 spinner in Tests.

Arshdeep, 6 J&K stars picked for North Zone in Duleep Trophy

Arshdeep, 6 J&K stars picked for North Zone in Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh has been named in the North Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, with Jammu and Kashmir's Kanhaiya Wadhawan appointed captain. The 15-member squad also includes six players from the Ranji Trophy-winning Jammu and Kashmir side and other promising talents.

There have been several ups and down in the last 4 months: Sooryavanshi

There have been several ups and down in the last 4 months: Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi acknowledges a period of 'several ups and downs' over the past four months but asserts his confidence remains high as he prepares for the T20I series against Zimbabwe.

Rohit's Century In Vain As England Down India To Win ODI Series 2-1

Rohit's Century In Vain As England Down India To Win ODI Series 2-1

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Rohit Sharma got back among the runs with a blistering century but England managed to overpower India by 27 runs in the third and final ODI at Lord's on Sunday, to claim the three-match ODI series 2-1.

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has attributed the team's poor performance in the ongoing UK T20 tour to a transitional 'reset', a lack of game awareness, and failure to correctly read conditions, following their heaviest-ever T20I defeat.

Ireland coach Heinrich Malan quits after India T20I series sweep

Ireland coach Heinrich Malan quits after India T20I series sweep

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Following a stunning T20I series triumph against World champions India, Ireland coach Heinrich Malan has stepped down from his role.

How Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 18-ball 50 crushed Zimbabwe

How Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 18-ball 50 crushed Zimbabwe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored his maiden international half-century, hitting 50 off 19 balls, to lead India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the first Twenty20 International in Harare.

'I Knew It Would Happen': Umpire Chaudhary Recalls Kohli-Gambhir's Fiery IPL 2013 Clash

'I Knew It Would Happen': Umpire Chaudhary Recalls Kohli-Gambhir's Fiery IPL 2013 Clash

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Former umpire Anil Chaudhary recounted the intense verbal altercation between Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir during an IPL 2013 match, highlighting the aggressive playing style common among players from North India.

Ireland STUN India to seal historic series win

Ireland STUN India to seal historic series win

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Ireland produced one of the biggest wins in their T20I history, edging India by just one run in a thrilling second T20I in Belfast to complete a historic 2-0 series sweep.