News for '-faf-du-plessis'

PIX: Scintillating Siraj guides RCB to win over PBKS

PIX: Scintillating Siraj guides RCB to win over PBKS

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Images from the IPL 2023 match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Thursday.

Punjab Kings' WAGs Add Glamour

Punjab Kings' WAGs Add Glamour

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

We saw Punjab Kings players's wives and girlfriends, aka WAGs, cheering for them.

Can faltering RCB turn it around against LSG?

Can faltering RCB turn it around against LSG?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

An inconsistent Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be eager to hit the turnaround button when they host Lucknow Super Giants, who will keep an eye on regular skipper KL Rahul's fitness, in the IPL in Bengaluru on Tuesday

Turning Point: Faf drops Pollard

Turning Point: Faf drops Pollard

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Faf du Plessis dropped Pollard at long-on off the penultimate ball of the 18th over.

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The mega auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is expected to be held in Riyadh at the end of this month, according to sources.

RCB Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

RCB Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Karn Sharma took a sharp catch off his own bowling to send back Abdul Samad.

Removing Faf and Maxwell early was the turning point: Gaikwad

Removing Faf and Maxwell early was the turning point: Gaikwad

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

A pleased Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad termed Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell's quick dismissals as the turning point of their IPL opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Du Plessis announces retirement from Test cricket

Du Plessis announces retirement from Test cricket

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The 36-year-old made the announcement through a statement on Instagram.

Du Plessis gets new contract, likely to play beyond WT20

Du Plessis gets new contract, likely to play beyond WT20

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

CSA have however not handed players a final contract

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The camaraderie between Royal Challengers Bangalore Captain Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Mrs Kohli is not limited to just spending time together. The trio also share inside jokes, indicating a deep friendship.

IPL 2024, CSK vs RCB: Southern Derby set to kick off season 17

IPL 2024, CSK vs RCB: Southern Derby set to kick off season 17

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

A high-stakes match between cross-city rivals Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Chennai on Friday will usher in IPL 2024, but, beyond the grandeur around it, the two protagonists will have to find early answers to some deep questions as they attempt to enter a rarefied territory.

Kohli, Faf hold the key for RCB against toppers GT

Kohli, Faf hold the key for RCB against toppers GT

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Playing IPL 2023's last league stage match, Royal Challengers Bangalore would know what exactly is required of them to qualify for the play-offs, when they face table-toppers Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru on Sunday.

MI Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

MI Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Does Jasprit Bumrah get 100% votes?

MI vs RCB: Who Played Best Knock? Vote!

MI vs RCB: Who Played Best Knock? Vote!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

SKY, Ishan, Faf, Rajat, DK... so many wonderful knocks to choose from...

How Quickly IPL Teams Spent Money

How Quickly IPL Teams Spent Money

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

At the start of the auction on Sunday, Punjab Kings had the highest funds at Rs 110.5 crore, which decreased to Rs 10.9 crore before Day 2 on Monday.

Can SA overcome past failures with explosive batters?

Can SA overcome past failures with explosive batters?

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The country's woes at World Cups, be it the 50-over or shortest format, are well documented and so the expectations back home have been tempered

Mayank Yadav's secret revealed: How to bowl quick

Mayank Yadav's secret revealed: How to bowl quick

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

With back-to-back player of the match performances in his debut season, the 21-year-old has emerged as the find of season.

SA return just a process at moment: Du Plessis

SA return just a process at moment: Du Plessis

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

While a return to South African national team remains an enticing proposition for him, former captain Faf du Plessis wants to regain his peak fitness and game-touch abefore seriously nourishing such ambitions.

Candid Du Plessis says RCB didn't deserve to be in play-offs

Candid Du Plessis says RCB didn't deserve to be in play-offs

Rediff.com22 May 2023

RCB head coach Sanjay Bangar said the team's early exit despite some outstanding performances from Kohli, du Plessis and Siraj was difficult to comprehend.

Turning Point: DK's Missed Stumping

Turning Point: DK's Missed Stumping

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

Shakib's loopy delivery saw du Plessis take a stride out and play at it. The ball missed the inside edge of his bat and DK missed the ball completely, failing to collect it as he moved away and the ball went past him to fine leg.

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Following the release of Harshal Patel from the RCB squad for the upcoming season of the IPL, the 33-year-old pacer said he has nothing but gratitude for the franchise.

Are Tattoos Secret To Kohli-Faf Magic?

Are Tattoos Secret To Kohli-Faf Magic?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

'We almost have 900 runs together this season.' 'Very similar to how I used to feel with AB and me batting together.'

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

All about IPL 2025 which kicks off on March 22, Saturday.

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Cricket South Africa's Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe confirmed Klaasen was still part of their white ball plans.

PIX: Jadeja-Faf team up for AMAZING relay catch

PIX: Jadeja-Faf team up for AMAZING relay catch

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja came up with another sensational piece of catching to leave everyone in awe during the IPL match against the Kolkata Knight Riders.

RCB renamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru

RCB renamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bangalore has been officially renamed as Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of this year's IPL

'Little inside joke': Travis Head on his celebration after scoring ton

'Little inside joke': Travis Head on his celebration after scoring ton

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Travis Head revealed that his celebration after completing the century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) was for head coach Daniel Vettori.

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Following Chennai Super Kings' win over Royal Challengers Bangalore, CSK skipper MS Dhoni hailed the young bowlers for their stupendous show in the death overs.

Explained: Changes Ahead of IPL Auction

Explained: Changes Ahead of IPL Auction

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The Indian Premier League governing council revealed changes ahead of the IPL mega auction, which is likely to be scheduled for November.

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

Rediff.com4 May 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

Rediff.com12 May 2023

RCB face third-placed Rajasthan Royals in their next IPL match on Sunday, May 14.

'Du Plessis adds real strength to RCB's batting'

'Du Plessis adds real strength to RCB's batting'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore head coach Sanjay Bangar believes the inclusion of the experienced Faf du Plessis has added 'real strength' to their batting department.

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Jacques Kallis remarked that the Proteas players should stick to their roles during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India

LSG skipper limps off injured! Rahul's WTC final participation in doubt?

LSG skipper limps off injured! Rahul's WTC final participation in doubt?

Rediff.com1 May 2023

During match no. 43 of IPL 2023, LSG skipper KL Rahul limped off the field during their home match against RCB.

'RCB's dream run an inspiration for future teams'

'RCB's dream run an inspiration for future teams'

Rediff.com19 May 2024

RCB's turnaround will inspire other teams, says Dinesh Karthik

Faf's innovation with bat makes my job easier: Ruturaj

Faf's innovation with bat makes my job easier: Ruturaj

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Chennai Super Kings put up a huge 220 for 3, riding on a 60-ball 95 from Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad's 64.

IPL PIX: Spirited RCB knock out CSK; qualify for play-offs!

IPL PIX: Spirited RCB knock out CSK; qualify for play-offs!

Rediff.com19 May 2024

A spirited performance from their bowlers saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru outclass Chennai Super Kings by 27 runs to qualify for the play-offs.

Karthik backs RCB batters to fire after CSK defeat

Karthik backs RCB batters to fire after CSK defeat

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru staged a valiant comeback thanks to Anuj Rawat's 25-ball 48 and Karthik's 26-ball 38 in a 95-run stand lower down to guide the team to 173-6 in 20 overs, but hosts Chennai Super Kings chased down the total with six wickets and eight balls left.

IPL 2025: RCB splurge on Bhuvi; big names miss out

IPL 2025: RCB splurge on Bhuvi; big names miss out

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar fetched a winning bid of Rs 10.75 crore from Royal Challengers Bengaluru on a largely predictable second day of the mega auction, in Jeddah on Monday.

Top Performer: Anuj Rawat's Top Class 50

Top Performer: Anuj Rawat's Top Class 50

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

The Player of the Match scored 66 off 47 balls with a strike rate of 140.42, including six sixes and two fours.