News for '-batsman'

Focus on Kohli as India aim to avoid series loss in Sri Lanka

Focus on Kohli as India aim to avoid series loss in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

India's previous bilateral ODI series defeat against Sri Lanka came way back in 1997.

Captain Rohit's remedy for India's spin woes

Captain Rohit's remedy for India's spin woes

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

India may adopt a 'horses-for-courses' policy after failing to counter the spin-friendly conditions in Colombo.

'Gambhir will be brilliant as India coach'

'Gambhir will be brilliant as India coach'

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Former England cricketer Graeme Swann believes Kolkata Knight Riders team mentor Gautam Gambhir will be a 'brilliant' head coach for India.

Kohli era's best batsman across formats: Vaughan

Kohli era's best batsman across formats: Vaughan

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

His remarks came as Kohli registered his 27th century in the longest format of the game. He achieved the feat against Bangladesh on Day 2 of the on-going day-night Test at the Eden Gardens.

Head coach hopeful Langer bows out: Rahul's 'pressure bomb' deters him

Head coach hopeful Langer bows out: Rahul's 'pressure bomb' deters him

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Justin Langer has taken himself out of contention for the head coach position of the Indian cricket team.

Marsh unfit to bowl, focuses on batting for T20 WC

Marsh unfit to bowl, focuses on batting for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'Australia skipper Marsh not ready to bowl for start of World Cup'

Rachin Ravindra making a splash in IPL 2024!

Rachin Ravindra making a splash in IPL 2024!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Rachin Ravindra make a strong start to his Indian Premier League career

Why are LSG wearing green and maroon jersey vs KKR?

Why are LSG wearing green and maroon jersey vs KKR?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

LSG players are donning green and maroon jersey, inspired by Kolkata football giants Mohun Bagan.

T20 WC: Why Pant's promotion is smart move by India

T20 WC: Why Pant's promotion is smart move by India

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Since Shivam Dube is a designated power-hitter, the jury is still out on his utility on the Caribbean tracks, where hitting through the line might not be the best option.

Bangladesh pick Shakib for T20 World Cup; Shanto captain

Bangladesh pick Shakib for T20 World Cup; Shanto captain

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Shakib Al Hasan made his comeback to T20 international cricket after a gap of nearly a year this month in the home series against Zimbabwe.

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Cricket's biggest rivalry is heading to American soil for the first time as arch-rivals India and Pakistan take on each other in the ICC T20 World Cup in New York

Why Williamson rejected New Zealand national contract

Why Williamson rejected New Zealand national contract

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Kane Williamson will opt out of a handful of internationals in January to take up a contract in South Africa's Twenty20 league.

Misbah was an average batsman, says Yousuf

Misbah was an average batsman, says Yousuf

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Former captain Mohammad Yousuf has ridiculed the Pakistan Cricket Board's decision to continue with Misbah-ul-Haq in the dual role of head coach and selector.

Harmeet shines as USA stun Bangladesh in 1st T20I!

Harmeet shines as USA stun Bangladesh in 1st T20I!

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Harmeet Singh, who played Under-19 cricket for India, slammed 33 not out to guide USA to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in a T20I World Cup warmup on Tuesday.

'Less is More': Sunil Narine on skipping batting meetings

'Less is More': Sunil Narine on skipping batting meetings

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

"Cricket is all about batting," Narine declared at the post-match presentation

MCC changes 'batsman' to 'batter' in Laws of Cricket

MCC changes 'batsman' to 'batter' in Laws of Cricket

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

The term 'batsman' has been amended to the gender-neutral term 'batter' in the Laws of Cricket to stress the importance of the women's game, the Marylebone Cricket Club said on Wednesday.

Dravid 'dreams of fantastic cricket' at the Olympics

Dravid 'dreams of fantastic cricket' at the Olympics

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

An ardent supporter of cricket's inclusion in the Olympics, the legendary Rahul Dravid says players are excited and he has heard "serious dressing room conversations" about competing in the world's biggest sporting event.

Australia batsman Stoinis fined for personal abuse

Australia batsman Stoinis fined for personal abuse

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Batsman Marcus Stoinis has been fined A$7,500 (3,984 pounds) for directing personal abuse at Australia team mate Kane Richardson during a Big Bash League Twenty20 match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. Stoinis apologised "unreservedly" for the abuse during the Melbourne derby between the Stars and Renegades teams.

T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India are fortunate to have a bowler of the calibre of Jasprit Bumrah, who is head and shoulders above the rest in international cricket, said former batter Sanjay Manjrekar.

Kohli continues to be World No 1 batsman in ODIs

Kohli continues to be World No 1 batsman in ODIs

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

India captain Virat Kohli's two half-centuries in the recently-concluded Australia vs India ODI series have cemented his spot at the top of the MRF Tyres ICC ODI Player Rankings for batsmen.

Pakistan batsman Akmal banned for three years

Pakistan batsman Akmal banned for three years

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday banned Umar Akmal from all forms of the game for three years, two months after initiating an anti-corruption investigation against the batsman. The PCB had not revealed the specific reasons for initiating the probe against the batsman but had charged him for two breaches of Article 2.4.4 of the Board's Anti-Corruption Code in two unrelated incidents in February this year.

SEE: Spooky start to Ishan Kishan's IPL prep camp!

SEE: Spooky start to Ishan Kishan's IPL prep camp!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Mumbai Indians, shared a lighthearted video showcasing Ishan Kishan's arrival at their IPL 2024 pre-season camp.

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Sourav Ganguly lauded Rohit Sharma's leadership qualities for India's unbeaten run in the ongoing T20 World Cup final

IPL Opener: Dhoni's CSK defends title vs Kohli's RCB

IPL Opener: Dhoni's CSK defends title vs Kohli's RCB

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Chennai Super Kings will launch their Indian Premier League (IPL) title defence against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday

RR sign Kotian for Zampa's spot; GT rope in Sharath as Minz replacement

RR sign Kotian for Zampa's spot; GT rope in Sharath as Minz replacement

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

The Gujarat Titans (GT) have bolstered their squad with wicketkeeper-batsman B.R. Sharath

Performance is my only currency: Virat Kohli

Performance is my only currency: Virat Kohli

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Virat Kohli says he doesn't need either approval or assurance from anyone on his capability.

'Saliva ban will make game unfairly batsman-dominated'

'Saliva ban will make game unfairly batsman-dominated'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Saliva is primarily used on a new ball while sweat is used on the old ball when reverse swing comes into play.

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday.

T20 World Cup: Australian Law appointed US head coach

T20 World Cup: Australian Law appointed US head coach

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Former Australia batsman Stuart Law has been appointed head coach of the US men's team ahead of their home T20 World Cup in June.

Jadeja has improved a lot as a batsman, says Rahane

Jadeja has improved a lot as a batsman, says Rahane

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

Ajinkya Rahane hailed Ravindra Jadeja's contributions in the longest format

PBKS Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

PBKS Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Stunning catches from the Punjab Kings-Royal Challengers Bengaluru game.

Is Pant's T20 World Cup Spot In Jeopardy?

Is Pant's T20 World Cup Spot In Jeopardy?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Pant's batting lacked its usual spark. While his 44 runs off 35 balls hinted at his talent, fluency and explosiveness were noticeably absent.

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Left-arm spinner Hosein took five for 11 from his four overs after opening the bowling.

CSK Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

CSK Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

A look at the best catches in the CSK-SRH game.

Do Dube, Rinku deserve T20 World Cup call-up?

Do Dube, Rinku deserve T20 World Cup call-up?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Explosive left-hand batter Rinku has presented a strong case to be India's squad for the T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean.

'He's impossible': SRH coach after SKY masterclass

'He's impossible': SRH coach after SKY masterclass

Rediff.com7 May 2024

SRH's assistant coach Helmot doffs his hat to Suryakumar

T20 WC PIX: Afghanistan hand New Zealand a thrashing!

T20 WC PIX: Afghanistan hand New Zealand a thrashing!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Afghanistan stunned New Zealand by a whopping 84 runs in the T20 World Cup match on Saturday.

Jadeja: A thoroughbred who found his own course

Jadeja: A thoroughbred who found his own course

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Even while bringing the curtains down on his T20I stint, Jadeja was in the shadows of the icons.

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener

Berrington to lead Scotland's squad in T20 World Cup

Berrington to lead Scotland's squad in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Richie Berrington will lead Scotland's 14-member squad in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, the Cricket Scotland (CS) announced the squad on Wednesday.