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India win toss, elect to bat

India win toss, elect to bat

Rediff.com3 Nov 2004

Stand-in captain Rahul Dravid won the toss and elected to bat against Australia in the rain-hit fourth and final Test on Wednesday.

Wet start to cricket camp

Wet start to cricket camp

Rediff.com1 Sep 2003

The 6 day camp for the probabales got off to a wet start with sharp showers in Bangalore forcing them indoors.

Guess who India's real cricketing star is!

Guess who India's real cricketing star is!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

No one even comes close to the impact Anil Kumble has had on Indian cricket, when it comes to winning matches and series, say Aakash Chopra and Impact Index.

Delhi plays slow but steady

Delhi plays slow but steady

Rediff.com16 Nov 2004

Unbeaten half-centuries from Aakash Chopra and Mithun Manhas helped Delhi reach 258 for two against Andhra Pradesh.

North closing in on victory

North closing in on victory

Rediff.com23 Feb 2004

The hosts need another 115 runs to win with a full day's remaining against Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy.

Gambhir scripts Delhi triumph

Gambhir scripts Delhi triumph

Rediff.com25 Dec 2004

Gautam Gambhir hit a quick-fire hundred to take Delhi to an eight-wicket win over hosts Bengal.

India doesn't need money: Kapil on Akhtar's proposal

India doesn't need money: Kapil on Akhtar's proposal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Shoaib Akhtar proposed a closed-door series to jointly raise funds to fight the deadly virus both in India and Pakistan. Kapil Dev said the proposal is not feasible. He also said cricket should not even matter for at least the next six months.

'I am not blaming Anushka, not being sexist'

'I am not blaming Anushka, not being sexist'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2020

'Where am I sexist in this?'

Harbhajan: A match winner who gave it his all

Harbhajan: A match winner who gave it his all

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

With 100-plus Tests and 400-plus wickets, most of them not exactly coming on rank turners, Harbhajan's name will always figure among true blue cricketing elites of India.

The best player of India's home season is...

The best player of India's home season is...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Ravindra Jadeja has been voted as the best player of India's home season in a poll conducted by ESPNCricinfo.

Conflict of interest? Sehwag, Gambhir named in DDCA's new committee

Conflict of interest? Sehwag, Gambhir named in DDCA's new committee

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

The duo will be joined by their former team mates Aakash Chopra and Rahul Sanghvi as they would chalk out the roadmap for Delhi cricket along with powers to select coaches, selectors and other issues related to the game.

Selectors in a dilemma after Rayudu fails YoYo Test

Selectors in a dilemma after Rayudu fails YoYo Test

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

The Indian selection committee has its task cut out when it zeroes in on the replacement for Ambati Rayudu's in India's ODI squad for the three-match series against England after the veteran right-hander failed the YoYo Test.

India looking beyond Kuldeep, Chahal?

India looking beyond Kuldeep, Chahal?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

India captain Virat Kohli said the team is trying out the likes of Rahul Chahar and Washington Sundar as it is looking to bat deep and post 200 plus totals consistently.

Should KL Rahul be a long term keeping option?

Should KL Rahul be a long term keeping option?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Rahul has shown a lot of flexibility in the series, first with the bat and then putting his hand up for keeping.

BCCI to seek government nod to hold IPL in UAE

BCCI to seek government nod to hold IPL in UAE

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'We will continue to look at the coronavirus situation till September then we will decide whether we host the tournament in India or UAE'

Cricket Buzz: Smriti's 60-ball ton leads Western Storm to victory

Cricket Buzz: Smriti's 60-ball ton leads Western Storm to victory

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Smriti hit 102 off 61 balls as Storms chased down 154-run target set by the home team in 18.4 overs.

'#ThankYouSanga' tributes pour in for Sri Lankan great Sangakkara

'#ThankYouSanga' tributes pour in for Sri Lankan great Sangakkara

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

As the stylish left-hander, Kumar Sangakkara, draws curtains to his illustrious career, here are tributes pouring from him from across the world.

Dhoni turns 38! Of birthday wishes and throwback pics

Dhoni turns 38! Of birthday wishes and throwback pics

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

Dhoni, who turned a year older Sunday, shook a leg with daughter Ziva in the presence of wife Sakshi as his teammates, in his preferred minimalistic manner.

'Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review'

'Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

International Cricket Council recommended a host of 'back to cricket' guidelines including 14-day pre-match isolation training camps to ensure the teams are free from COVID-19. Former India opener Chopra said it is still pre-mature to prepare a fixed set of guidelines for resumption of cricket as the situation is evolving 'every day'.

It is the first time a known fighter like Anil did not stand up: Gavaskar

It is the first time a known fighter like Anil did not stand up: Gavaskar

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

'Sad day for Indian cricket' 'Gratitude has obviously been thrown out of the window by whoever raising 'revolt' against India's giant Kumble'

Why India are favourites to win 2019 World Cup in England

Why India are favourites to win 2019 World Cup in England

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

1983 and 2011 champions India begin their campaign on June 5 against South Africa at Southampton.

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

An imposter posing as a former Pakistani cricketer has duped the BBC.

Did Sehwag resign from DDCA due to 'tiff' with Gambhir?

Did Sehwag resign from DDCA due to 'tiff' with Gambhir?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Former India opener Virender Sehwag on Monday said he resigned from the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association's cricket committee keeping the body's interests in mind.

Sushma Swaraj: 'One of my favourite politicians'

Sushma Swaraj: 'One of my favourite politicians'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Swaraj was admitted to All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) following a deterioration in her health. She passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Time for a review: Not technique but mindset is Dhawan's problem

Time for a review: Not technique but mindset is Dhawan's problem

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Shikhar Dhawan's prolonged bad patch is more about his mindset rather than technique, feel former players, who have watched the Indian opener's dip in form over the past few months.

'Yuvraj thrashed disease, thrashed bowlers & won hearts'

'Yuvraj thrashed disease, thrashed bowlers & won hearts'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Some current and former players paid their tribute to one of India's greatest players in limited overs cricket.

'No Pant in the WC squad! India must be bonkers'

'No Pant in the WC squad! India must be bonkers'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

Dinesh Karthik pipped Pant in the fight for the second wicketkeeper's slot in India's 15-strong squad for the World Cup

Smith cops stick over DRS controversy

Smith cops stick over DRS controversy

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Calls grow for action against Aus captain, Gavaskar, Laxman urge match referee's intervention

Reactions: 'Dhoni lucky to get away with just a small fine'

Reactions: 'Dhoni lucky to get away with just a small fine'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's uncharacteristic outburst against a controversial umpiring decision led to the Chennai Super Kings captain being fined 50 percent of his match fee in Thursday night's Indian Premier League match in Jaipur.

Virender Sehwag hints at retirement from international cricket, then denies

Virender Sehwag hints at retirement from international cricket, then denies

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Virender Sehwag has announced his international retirement. The batsman made the announcement in Dubai on Monday, ahead of joining the Masters Champions League.

Dravid joins No 3 debate, says Rahane should bat at 5!

Dravid joins No 3 debate, says Rahane should bat at 5!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

India batting great Rahul Dravid says Ajinkya Rahane is more suited to the No. 5 position than No. 3, where he batted in two Tests during the just-concluded series against Sri Lanka.

#ThankYouYuvi is trending

#ThankYouYuvi is trending

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Sporting fraternity fondly recalls Yuvraj highs

Can Prithvi Shaw succeed in Australia?

Can Prithvi Shaw succeed in Australia?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Prithvi Shaw lived up to expectations with a classy century on his Test debut but the teenage sensation must tighten up his technique for tougher challenges away from home, believe former players.

'AB showing why he's simply the best'

'AB showing why he's simply the best'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

Reaction to South African AB de Villiers smashing the fastest ever one-day century in 31 balls against the West Indies at The Wanderers on Sunday.

Stats: Jadeja's bowling average best in Asia

Stats: Jadeja's bowling average best in Asia

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

Statistical highlights on day 3 of the first Test between India and New Zealand in Kanpur on Saturday.

Cricket Buzz: McCullum named KKR head coach

Cricket Buzz: McCullum named KKR head coach

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

McCullum, 37, played for the two-time IPL champions in two separate stints and also represented Trinbago Knight Riders, the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) franchise that is owned by the same parent company Red Chillies Entertainment.

Reactions to AB de Villiers' shock retirement

Reactions to AB de Villiers' shock retirement

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The BCCI also wrote a few words wishing luck to the former SA captain.

Not India's fault that Smith and Warner were not picked: Gavaskar

Not India's fault that Smith and Warner were not picked: Gavaskar

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

India's history-making cricket team was showered with gushing praise by former players with batting great Sunil Gavaskar slamming criticism that the triumph came against a weakened Australian team.

India's batting great Sehwag retires from international cricket

India's batting great Sehwag retires from international cricket

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

The right-handed opener is regarded as one of the greats of Indian cricket and was one of their biggest match-winners, especially in Test cricket, where he scored 8,586 runs in 104 matches, with a strike rate of 82.23 and an average of 49.34, with 23 centuries, including two triple hundreds.