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Grant Bradburn named Pakistan Head Coach

Grant Bradburn named Pakistan Head Coach

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Kiwi Bradburn served as the Head Coach of the side during the recently-concluded home series against New Zealand on consultancy basis. He is well-versed about the strengths and challenges of the national side having previously served as the fielding coach from 2018 till 2020 before he moved to the National Cricket Academy to work on development of coaches.

Asia Cup: The secret of Kuldeep's success

Asia Cup: The secret of Kuldeep's success

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuldeep Yadav has taken 27 wickets from 14 matches this year, the highest by an Indian bowler in ODIs.

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Will Rahul Dravid like to end current term on high or seek extension?

Fit-again Jadeja to play Ranji match to prove fitness

Fit-again Jadeja to play Ranji match to prove fitness

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has made a full recovery from his knee injury and is set to play in Saurashtra's final Ranji Trophy match, which begins on January 24, to prove his match fitness.

Kishan named as Rahul's replacement in WTC final squad

Kishan named as Rahul's replacement in WTC final squad

Rediff.com8 May 2023

India face Australia in the WTC final on June 7 at The Oval in London.

PIX: Bumrah back with a bang!

PIX: Bumrah back with a bang!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Jasprit Bumrah made a winning return to international cricket after 11 months on the sidelines.

Shreyas suffers back pain again; doubtful for Australia ODIs

Shreyas suffers back pain again; doubtful for Australia ODIs

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The Indian team and National Cricket Academy's injury management has once again come under scanner with the recurrence of Shreyas Iyer's back injury.

Shreyas ruled out of New Zealand ODIs with back injury

Shreyas ruled out of New Zealand ODIs with back injury

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Shreyas Iyer was ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting in Hyderabad on Wednesday, with a back injury.

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar is all set to travel to West Indies to meet head coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma to discuss the road map for the ODI World Cup.

Powell to lead WI, as Hope, Thomas return for India T20Is

Powell to lead WI, as Hope, Thomas return for India T20Is

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Kyle Mayers has been named vice-captain in the squad announced by the CWI senior men's selection panel.

Rohit positive about Bumrah's fitness but unsure of his return

Rohit positive about Bumrah's fitness but unsure of his return

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Last week the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) provided medical updates on star pacer and released a statement.

Pain-free Bumrah begins rehab; Iyer surgery next week

Pain-free Bumrah begins rehab; Iyer surgery next week

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

The BCCI on Saturday provided an update on injured players Jasprit Bumrah and Shreyas Iyer.

Huge blow for Prasidh Krishna, ruled out of 2023 WC

Huge blow for Prasidh Krishna, ruled out of 2023 WC

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Prasidh has been doing his intense rehabilitation program at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru but news coming out isn't a great one.

I've always looked up to him: Prasidh Krishna

I've always looked up to him: Prasidh Krishna

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Pacer Prasidh Krishna, who is back in the Indian team after an injury lay-off, praised and thanked star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah for his support during the National Cricket Academy (NCA) days.

Maharashtra minister miffed with Gavaskar over non-utilisation of Mumbai plot

Maharashtra minister miffed with Gavaskar over non-utilisation of Mumbai plot

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Maharashtra Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad on Wednesday said legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar should utilise a government plot allotted to him in Mumbai by setting up a cricket academy and maintained in the past he had thought of taking back the prime piece of land.

PIX: Dhawan and Co hit nets ahead of 2nd ODI

PIX: Dhawan and Co hit nets ahead of 2nd ODI

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

The Indian players were training under the watchful eyes of the National Cricket Academy chief, VVS Laxman.

I am not swinging my bat mindlessly: Rohit

I am not swinging my bat mindlessly: Rohit

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Rohit Sharma reminded every one that he is not just going out there and swinging his bat without any thought.

Asia Cup: Why K L Rahul loves batting with Kohli

Asia Cup: Why K L Rahul loves batting with Kohli

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

K L Rahul said he always feels comfortable batting with Virat Kohli in the middle.

Foundation stone laid for new NCA in Bengaluru

Foundation stone laid for new NCA in Bengaluru

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

The foundation stone was laid in the presence of BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla, treasurer Arun Dhumal, joint secretary Jayesh George and NCA head VVS Laxman.

Shreyas-Rahul get match practice, but are they Asia Cup-ready?

Shreyas-Rahul get match practice, but are they Asia Cup-ready?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

In the video, Iyer was seen firmly pushing a delivery from a fast bowler in the cover region with Rahul at the non-striker's end. As it was simulation, a local umpire was summoned to officiate.

Bumrah bowling seven overs a day at NCA nets

Bumrah bowling seven overs a day at NCA nets

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Jasprit Bumrah had undergone surgery for a recurring back niggle in New Zealand in March.

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Jasprit Bumrah grabbed the player-of-the-match award on his international return.

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams second ton of season; Shaw hammers century on comeback

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams second ton of season; Shaw hammers century on comeback

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara slammed his second hundred of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season, guiding Saurashtra to a comfortable 242 for four against Rajasthan on the opening day of their Group A match, in Jaipur on Friday.

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

An outdated batting approach, dismal performance of the spinners, lack of back-up options and selection blunders have led to another early World Cup exit for the forever unpredictable Pakistan unit.

'No hurdle big enough' for Bumrah

'No hurdle big enough' for Bumrah

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Jasprit Bumrah's recovery from a back injury seems to be going to plan as the fast bowler was seen sweating it out at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru.

MI's Suryakumar Yadav ruled out of IPL

MI's Suryakumar Yadav ruled out of IPL

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The India batter played eight matches this season for the five-time champions and scored 303 runs at an average of 43.29, which included three half-centuries.

Sandeep Patil loses Mumbai Cricket Association election

Sandeep Patil loses Mumbai Cricket Association election

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Former India player Sandeep Patil lost the presidential election of Mumbai Cricket Association to Amol Kale on Thursday.

K L Rahul gets nod for World Cup; Samson misses out

K L Rahul gets nod for World Cup; Samson misses out

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

K L Rahul is set to be included in India's 15-member provisional World Cup squad, which will be announced by Tuesday.

Ranji Trophy: Mayank's century gives Karnataka lead over Gujarat

Ranji Trophy: Mayank's century gives Karnataka lead over Gujarat

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Mayank Agarwal played a captain's knock of 109, as his side took a 64-run lead on Day 2

VVS to coach Team India in opening T20I against England?

VVS to coach Team India in opening T20I against England?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Laxman accompanied Team India as its coach during its two T20I match series against Ireland,

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Jasprit Bumrah has been named as India's captain for the three-match T20I series against Ireland next month.

Bumrah's Mantra For Success!

Bumrah's Mantra For Success!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'Work and you'll get what you need; work hard and you'll get what you want,' Boom Boom captioned his Instagram video.

Deepak Chahar ruled out of T20 WC?

Deepak Chahar ruled out of T20 WC?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

According to Sports Tak, Chahar will be replaced by Shardul Thakur, who will heading to Australia on Thursday.

Who is Abrar Ahmed, Pakistan's new mystery spinner?

Who is Abrar Ahmed, Pakistan's new mystery spinner?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The 24-year-old took the wicket of all the top seven England batters, finishing with figures of 7/114.

Dravid interacts with players from North Eastern states

Dravid interacts with players from North Eastern states

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

India head coach Rahul Dravid interacted with cricketers from the North Eastern states at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru on Friday.

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin will consider himself fortunate to get a rare chance to play his second World Cup at home.

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

PCB newly selected Chief Selector Inzamam Ul Haq announced squads for the upcoming ACC Men's Asia Cup and the three-match One-Day International series against Afghanistan.

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Bumrah, 29, is recovering after a surgery to treat lower back stress fracture.

MI's Kalita Takes A Blinder!

MI's Kalita Takes A Blinder!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Jintimani Kalita took a splendid catch against Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League on Tuesday. The 19 year old is the only player from Assam to be picked in the WPL.

Kuldeep Yadav: From warming the bench to India's No 1 spinner!

Kuldeep Yadav: From warming the bench to India's No 1 spinner!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Within the last year or so, Kuldeep Yadav has managed to change his status to become India's No 1 spinner for the World Cup.