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Smriti Mandhana chooses domestic cricket over WBBL

Smriti Mandhana chooses domestic cricket over WBBL

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

India vice-captain Mandhana to skip WBBL for second year in row

Mitch Marsh's unconventional batting tactics for Pakistan Tests

Mitch Marsh's unconventional batting tactics for Pakistan Tests

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The upcoming three-match series, starting December 14, is part of the World Test Championship.

'He's a class player against all types of bowling'

'He's a class player against all types of bowling'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Babar was also one of the few bright spots from Pakistan's previous tour to Australia in 2019-2020, where he scored 97 and 101.

'Not a day more' Shakib opens up on retirement, captaincy plans

'Not a day more' Shakib opens up on retirement, captaincy plans

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan wants to call time on his illustrious international career after the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The legendary Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Ravindra Jadeja for his ability to change angles and advised the batters to display more attacking intent if they have to get on top of the left-arm spinner.

'Strongly believe ODIs should be World Cups only'

'Strongly believe ODIs should be World Cups only'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

The new president of MCC Mark Nicholas wants the ODI format to be played exclusively in the World Cup in a bid to protect the format that is losing its importance and the rise of T20I format over the period of time.

Vaughan staggered by England's decision to drop Woakes

Vaughan staggered by England's decision to drop Woakes

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

'I wouldn't want that to be the same case going to India, bowling on tracks which are unresponsive to my type of bowling; slamming the front knee down at 34 is not really ideal when I want to play a lot of white-ball cricket moving forward.'

Ball-tampering scandal: Could've been handled differently: Warner

Ball-tampering scandal: Could've been handled differently: Warner

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Ahead of his final Test match at his home arena of Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Australian opener David Warner reflected on the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town.

Graeme Swann helping group of England spinners ahead of India tour

Graeme Swann helping group of England spinners ahead of India tour

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Having been there and done that, Graeme Swann is now mentoring a group of young England spinners, who would feature in a 'Shadow Tour' of India next month with a couple of them in contention to make it to senior team for five-Test series, starting January 25.

Bumrah, Shreyas to make Asia Cup return?

Bumrah, Shreyas to make Asia Cup return?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

In April, Bumrah underwent a lower back surgery in New Zealand. The successful medical procedure has kept the bowler pain free.

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'They will have to choose international cricket over one or two franchise leagues.'

Cricket Australia withdraw Maxwell, Marsh from the Hundred

Cricket Australia withdraw Maxwell, Marsh from the Hundred

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Australian all-rounders Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Marsh have been withdrawn from the Hundred by Cricket Australia on Tuesday.

Feel responsible to bring back England to where it has been: Buttler

Feel responsible to bring back England to where it has been: Buttler

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Ahead of England's first ODI against West Indies, England skipper Jos Buttler said that there is a lot of exciting new talent in the team and he will personally take the responsibility to bring back the Three Lions to the previous days of glory.

There is no guarantee that I will get picked up for IPL: Rachin

There is no guarantee that I will get picked up for IPL: Rachin

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'I am still the same. I am Rachin. I enjoy the time with my teammates and family. Hopefully, nothing really changes that. I get a little bit more attention from people. They ask for photos and signatures. I have more presence online, or whatever it is. I think it is bound to happen when you have a few good games.'

Here's the 2023 ODI World Cup start day & venue for final

Here's the 2023 ODI World Cup start day & venue for final

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

As per reports, the upcoming edition of the 2023 ODI World Cup is set to get underway on October 5 and the final is set to be held in Ahmedabad.

Jemimah Rodrigues to play in the Hundred for Northern Superchargers

Jemimah Rodrigues to play in the Hundred for Northern Superchargers

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has signed a last-minute deal to play for Northern Superchargers in the upcoming Hundred tournament in England, replacing Australia's Heather Graham.

Playing in World Cup a 'tough goal' for Williamson

Playing in World Cup a 'tough goal' for Williamson

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Kane Williamson admitted that chances of him playing in the ICC World Cup 2023 in India remain 'slim'.

IPL 2024 Auction: Watch Out For...

IPL 2024 Auction: Watch Out For...

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell from New Zealand. Travis Head from Australia. Gerald Coetzee from South Africa. Harry Brook from England.

KKR stars join Los Angeles Knight Riders for inaugural MLC season

KKR stars join Los Angeles Knight Riders for inaugural MLC season

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) have signed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) stars players for the inaugural season of the MLC, as per ESPNcricinfo.

LSG's Wood set to miss later stages of IPL

LSG's Wood set to miss later stages of IPL

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Mark Wood is set to miss the final stages of the IPL to attend the birth of his child next month.

India vs Pakistan: 'This is the strongest Indian team since 2011'

India vs Pakistan: 'This is the strongest Indian team since 2011'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Ahead of the blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash, former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri backed the Indian team to emerge victorious over their arch-rivals.

India always have great batters in their line-up: Shepherd

India always have great batters in their line-up: Shepherd

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

West Indies bowler Romario Shepherd opined that it does not matter what team they put out on paper, India always have many quality batters in their squad.

Women's T20 World Cup hit by spot-fixing allegation

Women's T20 World Cup hit by spot-fixing allegation

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Bangladesh cricketer reports fixing approach at Women's T20 World Cup

'Hardik's strike-rate a concern, he looks rusty'

'Hardik's strike-rate a concern, he looks rusty'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer expressed concerns over all-rounder Hardik Pandya's declining strike rate in white-ball cricket.

ODI WC: PCB seeks clearance to travel to India, writes to Pak PM

ODI WC: PCB seeks clearance to travel to India, writes to Pak PM

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The PCB has written to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking official clearance to travel to India for the ODI World Cup.

Could Hardik be India's 'impact player' at World Cup?

Could Hardik be India's 'impact player' at World Cup?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Former Australia player Tom Moody believes India need to be flexible with their batting order in white ball cricket.

ODI World Cup: 'Warner and Head will be Australia's key openers'

ODI World Cup: 'Warner and Head will be Australia's key openers'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Former Australia cricketer Matthew Hayden feels that David Warner and Travis Head are the ideal duo to open for Australia at the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup which is set to begin on October 5.

Virat Kohli's jaw-dropping wicket running range!

Virat Kohli's jaw-dropping wicket running range!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

A staggering distance of 276.57 kilometers covered by Kohli while dashing between the wickets.

Andy Flower joins Aus coaching staff ahead of WTC Final

Andy Flower joins Aus coaching staff ahead of WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

For Pat Cummins's side, the addition of Flower to the coaching staff will only add more to the expectations as they strive to become the first Australian team to win an Ashes series in England since 2001.

In preparation for Ashes, Stokes set to return home

In preparation for Ashes, Stokes set to return home

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Ben Stokes will return home after Chennai Super Kings' final league game to prepare for the upcoming Ashes.

Roy terminates England contract to play in MLC

Roy terminates England contract to play in MLC

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Jason Roy has given up his incremental contract with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to play in the inaugural edition of the United States' new Twenty20 tournament - Major League Cricket (MLC).

IPL 2023: Big setback for RCB; Patidar set to miss first half

IPL 2023: Big setback for RCB; Patidar set to miss first half

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Patidar, who was one of the top performers for RCB last season, is currently undergoing rehab at the NCA

Alleged corruption forces Usman Ghani to take a break

Alleged corruption forces Usman Ghani to take a break

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Afghanistan cricketer Usman Ghani has decided to put a pause on his international career following his exclusion from Afghanistan's international squad.

Will England's Bazball work in India vs Ashwin-Jadeja?

Will England's Bazball work in India vs Ashwin-Jadeja?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Zak Crawley said England's upcoming tour to India in January-March 2024 presents them with an 'amazing opportunity' to showcase 'Bazball'.

Blockbuster ODI WC Clash: India vs Pak on Oct 15

Blockbuster ODI WC Clash: India vs Pak on Oct 15

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

With a little over four months left for the marquee event to begin, there has been an unprecedented delay in releasing the schedule.

Labuschagne won't overthink 'uncharacteristic' dismissals of 1st Ashes Test

Labuschagne won't overthink 'uncharacteristic' dismissals of 1st Ashes Test

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting backed Labuschagne to return to his best.

Cricket going football's way; ODIs will suffer: Shastri

Cricket going football's way; ODIs will suffer: Shastri

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes the mushrooming T20 leagues around the world will eventually hurt bilateral cricket, especially the ODI format.

On eve of Smith's 100 Test, Siddle takes a walk down memory lane

On eve of Smith's 100 Test, Siddle takes a walk down memory lane

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Australian pacer Peter Siddle reminisced about his famous partnership with Steve Smith in 2019 at Edgbaston against England in the Ashes series ahead of Smith's 100th Test appearance.

CSK eyeing stake in Major League Cricket's Texas team

CSK eyeing stake in Major League Cricket's Texas team

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

San Francisco Unicorns, Los Angeles, New York, Seattle Orcas, Texas and Washington DC are the six teams competing in the T20 tournament, to be held in the US in July.

Moeen picks Dhoni's successor at CSK

Moeen picks Dhoni's successor at CSK

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

Ahead of Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2023 match against Mumbai Indians, Moeen Ali backed Ben Stokes to take over the reigns from MS Dhoni.