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'Deserved': Kohli hails Patidar's appointment

'Deserved': Kohli hails Patidar's appointment

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli has expressed his full support for Rajat Patidar as the new captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), praising Patidar's consistency and discipline.

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Despite the impressive record that the WTC finalists are in possession of, Bangar doesn't believe the Proteas or the Baggy Greens will receive an edge over the other in the Ultimate Test, which is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday.

Preity Zinta Finally Wins A T20 Cup!

Preity Zinta Finally Wins A T20 Cup!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Preity Zinta, co-owner of the Punjab Kings IPL franchise and the Saint Lucia Kings CPL team, was ecstatic as her team finally won their first-ever Caribbean Premier League championship.

Elated Hardik reveals what makes his job easier

Elated Hardik reveals what makes his job easier

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Santner, Bumrah make my job very easy: Pandya

Wasn't Bumrah's Reaction Over The Top?

Wasn't Bumrah's Reaction Over The Top?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Many on social media felt that Bumrah's reaction was over the top, which seemed to have arisen from the frustration of being thrashed to all corners of the park by Nair.

DC face opening woes as they prep to battle confident LSG

DC face opening woes as they prep to battle confident LSG

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Both DC and LSG have 10 points and a win will keep them safely perched in the higher echelons of the points table ahead of the jostlers.

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel would like to quickly forget the underwhelming performances of his side in home conditions and get their stuttering campaign back on track when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are teetering on the edge of elimination, in the IPL match in Hyderabad on Monday.

The Best Performing Players In IPLs...

The Best Performing Players In IPLs...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff's three best performing players in all the 17 IPLs (2008-2024).

Bat. Ball. Brilliance. Sunil Narine reignites KKR's playoff dream

Bat. Ball. Brilliance. Sunil Narine reignites KKR's playoff dream

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Bee Gees' 'Stayin' Alive, Stayin' Alive' could've been the soundtrack of the night - because Sunil Narine made sure Kolkata Knight Riders were doing just that.

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals looked like a well-oiled machine with four wins in a row before a stunning batting meltdown against Mumbai Indians halted their momentum.

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

Rediff.com16 May 2025

In a major boost to Delhi Capitals, vice-captain Faf du Plessis has decided to return for the remainder of the IPL while England all-rounder Will Jacks will rejoin Mumbai Indians for their final two league fixtures.

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Shaken by the abrupt suspension of their previous match due to the India-Pakistan conflict, a struggling Delhi Capitals will look to regroup and address bowling concerns when they face table-toppers Gujarat Titans in a reverse-leg IPL clash in Delhi on Sunday to keep their play-off hopes alive.

A battle of wits on cards as RCB take on DC

A battle of wits on cards as RCB take on DC

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

But the hosts will be a confident group as star batter Virat Kohli made a return to run-making ways after an all too brief blip.

IPL PIX: Santner, SKY power MI into play-offs

IPL PIX: Santner, SKY power MI into play-offs

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's doughty 73 not out proved to be the difference as Mumbai Indians sealed the fourth and final play-off berth with a 59-run trouncing of Delhi Capitals.

IPL PIX: Narine's spell spins KKR to vital win over DC

IPL PIX: Narine's spell spins KKR to vital win over DC

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Narine stars as KKR keep playoff hopes alive with 14-run win over DC

IPL 2025: Meet RCB's new-look opening pair

IPL 2025: Meet RCB's new-look opening pair

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

RCB head coach Andy Flower confirmed England batter Phil Salt will partner Virat Kohli at the top of the order for his side in the next IPL.

SA20: Joburg Super Kings overcome MI Cape Town in rain-hit clash

SA20: Joburg Super Kings overcome MI Cape Town in rain-hit clash

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Joburg Super Kings beat MI Cape Town by six runs via the Duckworth Lewis and Stern method in a rain-affected SA20 clash in Johannesburg on Saturday.

DC vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

DC vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Starc dismantled SRH's top order with sheer pace, while Kuldeep's control in the middle overs ensured there was no way back for the batting side.

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Limping Bavuma, Markram lead South Africa to brink of history.

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

55 runs in 6 matches! Will DC drop Fraser-McGurk?

55 runs in 6 matches! Will DC drop Fraser-McGurk?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani has expressed confidence in out-of-form batter Jake Fraser-McGurk, predicting he will regain form in upcoming IPL matches.

Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Marcus Stoinis says a ready reckoner in how to have a long T20 career has already been created by 40-plus stalwarts like Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Faf du Plessis.

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chennai promises a captivating battle between wrist spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Noor Ahmad. Both bowlers are known for their artistry and ability to control the middle overs.

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

As many as 17 wickets fell in the match between Delhi Capitals and LSG in which 12 were caught dismissals.

Blow for DC! Starc pulls out of remainder of IPL 2025

Blow for DC! Starc pulls out of remainder of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Mitchell Starc has reportedly decided against returning to India for the remainder of IPL 2025, dealing a blow to his team Delhi Capitals' prospects of reaching the play-offs.

Focus on skippers Pant, Patel as LSG, DC face off in Vizag

Focus on skippers Pant, Patel as LSG, DC face off in Vizag

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

With their respective leaders switching camps and squads undergoing major overhauls, both Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, under new captains, will be eager to make a strong start to their IPL campaign when they face off in Visakhapatnam on Monday.

Faf Or Aniket? Who Batted Better? Vote!

Faf Or Aniket? Who Batted Better? Vote!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Here's a closer look at the standout performances of the DC vs SRH match.

IPL clampdown! Captains fined heavily for on-field misconduct

IPL clampdown! Captains fined heavily for on-field misconduct

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Faf du Plessis, Sam Curran fined for IPL Code of Conduct breaches

Delhi Capitals Aim For Breakthrough IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals Aim For Breakthrough IPL 2025

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Delhi Capitals have never won the IPL despite featuring top talent over the years. Under Axar Patel's leadership, they will hope IPL 2025 finally ends their title drought.

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 22 with a clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This venue will also host the final match of the season on May 25. Dharamsala and Guwahati will host a couple of IPL matches this year, with Dharamsala serving as the second home venue for Punjab Kings and Guwahati hosting Rajasthan Royals matches in addition to their regular home venue, Jaipur.

IPL PIX: DC outclass SRH with a commanding win

IPL PIX: DC outclass SRH with a commanding win

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Images from the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

IPL 2025: Will Kohli return as RCB captain?

IPL 2025: Will Kohli return as RCB captain?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar have emerged as the leading candidates for the role of RCB captain for IPL 2025.

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Veterans

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Veterans

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

While the IPL 2025 mega auction is expected to reward several young talents with huge pay cheques, a few seasoned stars could also steal the show.

That Night In Dharamsala: 'We Need To Leave Now!'

That Night In Dharamsala: 'We Need To Leave Now!'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'We're noticing all surface-to-missile sites that were just sitting there ready to go.'

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

This is Kevin Pietersen's first coaching assignment in the IPL, where he featured as a player from 2009 to 2016.

Confident Punjab Kings eye first top 2 finish in 11 years

Confident Punjab Kings eye first top 2 finish in 11 years

Rediff.com23 May 2025

A full-strength Punjab Kings will fancy their chances of securing their first top-two finish in 11 years, when they face Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

RCB's spin sensation who's turning heads in IPL 2025

RCB's spin sensation who's turning heads in IPL 2025

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The spin all-rounder played a pivotal role in restricting Delhi's batters, including claiming the key wicket of the experienced Faf du Plessis, finishing with figures of 1/28.

Where It Began For MI And Ended For DC

Where It Began For MI And Ended For DC

Rediff.com22 May 2025

The fortunes of Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals changed quite dramatically after their clash on April 13, when MI held their nerve in a tense finish to pull off a remarkable win.

How Kohli & Co set RCB's home record straight

How Kohli & Co set RCB's home record straight

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Under the shimmering floodlights and in front of a roaring partisan crowd, Virat Kohli unleashed his latest masterclass, blasting a 42-ball 70 to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a sensational 11-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Axar emerges as IPL 2025's most successful captain

Axar emerges as IPL 2025's most successful captain

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Axar, who has led his state side Gujarat in 23 matches across formats, said he isn't one to lean heavily on analytics or prescribed captaincy templates.