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'90 minutes in the nets': How Kohli got his form back!

'90 minutes in the nets': How Kohli got his form back!

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Virat Kohli said not being able to contribute to the team's cause and his failure to live up to his own expectations bothered him the most during his prolonged lean patch in IPL 2022.

JP Duminy 'ashamed' of South Africa World Cup performance

JP Duminy 'ashamed' of South Africa World Cup performance

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Dimuny apologised to the Proteas fans for the team's dismal performance in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup.

Rahul wants Punjab Kings to play 'fearless cricket'

Rahul wants Punjab Kings to play 'fearless cricket'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

'It's important that we learn from our mistakes and that's the sort of team we want to be'

No changes in South Africa squad for India Tests

No changes in South Africa squad for India Tests

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

South Africa have retained the same 15-man squad that saved the series with Pakistan in October for their two home Tests against India later this month.

The Ageless Wonders Of IPL 2023

The Ageless Wonders Of IPL 2023

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

In a world where age and form seem to be at odds with each other, these IPL veterans defied expectations wrote their own narratives and left us all marveling at their incredible staying power.

India's tour could be used to counter COVID-19

India's tour could be used to counter COVID-19

Rediff.com21 May 2020

In the bio-bubble or bio-secure model, a venue should have the capacity to house around 350 people - including players, broadcasters, media and other staff - either on site or very close by.

West Indies wilt to Proteas fire in East London

West Indies wilt to Proteas fire in East London

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

West Indies tour of South Africa hit a new low on Wednesday when they were bundled out for 122 in under 34 overs to lose the third one-day international by nine wickets at Buffalo Park.

How Dhoni's CSK can bounce back

How Dhoni's CSK can bounce back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

At the halfway point, after winning just two games out of seven, CSK are looking set to miss the play-offs for the first time in their history. Harish Kotian tells Captain M S Dhoni and Coach Stephen Fleming how to get CSK back to its winning ways.

Rabada calls for clear heads as South Africa prepare to face Windies

Rabada calls for clear heads as South Africa prepare to face Windies

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

South Africa need to put aside the fallout from their decision to overlook AB de Villiers and their injury issues when they face the West Indies in the Cricket World Cup on Monday, said key bowler Kagiso Rabada.

IPL: Chennai thrash Bangalore by 24 runs, reclaim top spot

IPL: Chennai thrash Bangalore by 24 runs, reclaim top spot

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Chennai Super Kings beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 24 runs in their Indian Premier League match at Chepauk.

Boucher named SA head coach

Boucher named SA head coach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Following the disastrous tour to India, South Africa will look to make amends in the home series against England and hope Boucher will help them in change of fortunes.

IPL player draft: The 10 buys...their worth

IPL player draft: The 10 buys...their worth

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

IPL Player draft: How the bidding went

Buzz: South Africa's Elgar registers 4000 runs in Test cricket

Buzz: South Africa's Elgar registers 4000 runs in Test cricket

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Jacques Kallis, Hashim Amla, Graeme Smith, AB de Villiers, Gary Kirsten, Herschelle Gibbs, Mark Boucher, Daryl Cullinan, and Faf Du Plessis are the other Proteas batsmen who have more than 4000 runs in Test cricket.

IPL: Chennai Super Kings edge past Delhi Daredevils in thriller

IPL: Chennai Super Kings edge past Delhi Daredevils in thriller

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Ashish Nehra snapped up three wickets to lead a disciplined bowling attack as two-time champions Chennai Super Kings defeated Delhi Daredevils by one run in a last-over thriller of the Indian Premier League.

South Africa thrash Sri Lanka, break 'knock-out jinx'

South Africa thrash Sri Lanka, break 'knock-out jinx'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

All-rounder JP Duminy claimed a hat-trick as South Africa stormed into the World Cup semi-finals with a comprehensive nine-wicket victory over Sri Lanka at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

IPL PIX: Parag, Kuldeep Sen star in RR's win over RCB

IPL PIX: Parag, Kuldeep Sen star in RR's win over RCB

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals in Pune on Tuesday.

PICS: Samson scintillates as Royals slay Super Kings

PICS: Samson scintillates as Royals slay Super Kings

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Images from Tuesday's IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, in Abu Dhabi.

High-scoring South Africa thump Ireland

High-scoring South Africa thump Ireland

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

South Africa put one foot in the World Cup quarter-finals by batting past the 400-run mark for the second successive match to hand Ireland a thumping defeat by 201 runs with five overs to spare at Manuka Oval on Tuesday.

Turning Point: Early wickets hamper Delhi

Turning Point: Early wickets hamper Delhi

Rediff.com11 May 2019

Chennai Super Kings's experience proved to be the difference in the all-important IPL Qualifier 2 game against a young Delhi Capitals.

South Africa race to big win after Bangladesh collapse

South Africa race to big win after Bangladesh collapse

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj ran through the Bangladesh batting order to lead South Africa to an emphatic 333-run victory in the first test as the visitors capitulated meekly on the final morning on Monday.

Did you know of these changes in cricket rules?

Did you know of these changes in cricket rules?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Two Test series starting on Thursday, Pakistan v Sri Lanka and South Africa v Bangladesh, will mark the introduction of a number of new rules in cricket.

Hendricks shines on debut, South Africa clinch ODI series

Hendricks shines on debut, South Africa clinch ODI series

Rediff.com5 Aug 2018

Reeza Hendricks' sizzling century in his debut match helped set up South Africa's series-clinching 78-run victory against Sri Lanka in the third one day international on Sunday.

Preity Zinta buys team in South Africa's T20 league

Preity Zinta buys team in South Africa's T20 league

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Bollywood actress and IPL Kings XI Punjab team co-owner, Preity Zinta, has been confirmed as the owner of the Stellenbosch franchise team in the South African T20 Global League.

1st ODI: Rabada, Shamsi set up South Africa's win against Lanka

1st ODI: Rabada, Shamsi set up South Africa's win against Lanka

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

Fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and spinner Tabraiz Shamsi picked up four wickets each to set up South Africa's five-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the first one-day international at Dambulla on Sunday.

Sri Lanka reign in Colombo despite Maharaj milestone

Sri Lanka reign in Colombo despite Maharaj milestone

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

South Africa's spin frailties were laid bare once again as the tourists collapsed for 124 to concede a first innings lead of 214 runs at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club Ground.

Another blow for Pune, Steven Smith ruled out of IPL

Another blow for Pune, Steven Smith ruled out of IPL

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Rising Pune Supergiants, who have been struggling in the Indian Premier League, on Sunday suffered another major blow as Australia captain Steven Smith was ruled out of the remainder of the league.

How Rohit helped India dominate Day 1

How Rohit helped India dominate Day 1

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Rohit Sharma scored a century in his first innings as India's new Test opener and gave the hosts a flying start along with partner Mayank Agarwal of Day 1 of the first Test in Visakhapatnam.

IPL Tahir, Raina ensure easy win for Chennai Super Kings vs KKR

IPL Tahir, Raina ensure easy win for Chennai Super Kings vs KKR

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Chennai Super Kings vs KKR in Kolkata on Sunday.

Warm-Up tie: Markram ton, Bavuma fifty help South Africa reach 199/4

Warm-Up tie: Markram ton, Bavuma fifty help South Africa reach 199/4

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Markram's good form augurs well for the Proteas

PHOTOS: 'Captain Cool' fumes as CSK win last-ball thriller

PHOTOS: 'Captain Cool' fumes as CSK win last-ball thriller

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

Images from Thursday's IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, in Jaipur.

IPL turns 'Sweet 16'! The driving force of the glitzy league

IPL turns 'Sweet 16'! The driving force of the glitzy league

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

As the 16th edition of the glitzy Indian Premier League is set to unfold, let's take a look at the driving force of the T20 league and what's in store in this edition.

Steyn, du Plessis set up convincing win over Australia

Steyn, du Plessis set up convincing win over Australia

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

A superb spell of reverse-swing bowling from Dale Steyn and another fluent innings from Faf du Plessis helped South Africa cruise to a six-wicket victory over Australia in the final of the triangular series at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

Pakistan sweep Test series against South Africa

Pakistan sweep Test series against South Africa

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Hasan took career-best figures of 10-114 in the match as South Africa lost their last seven wickets for the addition of only 33 runs.

PHOTOS: India take huge lead despite gritty fight from SA tail

PHOTOS: India take huge lead despite gritty fight from SA tail

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

Images from Day 3 of the second Test between India and South Africa, in Pune.

South Africa preparing 'for the worst' for India tour

South Africa preparing 'for the worst' for India tour

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

South Africa batsman Quinton de Kock doesn't want his team to lose sleep over an expected spin threat but warned the players to "prepare for the worst" during their tour of India this month.

Jadeja was the game changer: Bangar lauds all-rounder

Jadeja was the game changer: Bangar lauds all-rounder

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

CSK rode on Jadeja's blistering 62 to post 191/4 against RCB and then restricted the opposition to 122/9

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