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ICC may take legal action against Pakistan: Harbhajan Singh

ICC may take legal action against Pakistan: Harbhajan Singh

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Harbhajan Singh says ICC is justified in acting against Pakistan over its refusal to play India, warning of legal action and strict sanctions.

Harbhajan urges patience with Gambhir

Harbhajan urges patience with Gambhir

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'In India, it is our tradition that if the team plays well, everyone is quiet, but as soon as the team plays poorly, we get on top of the coach.'

India has NO off-spinner for Tests: Harbhajan

India has NO off-spinner for Tests: Harbhajan

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Spin great Harbhajan Singh said India don't have a specialist off-spinner for Test cricket.

Harbhajan's Surprise Handshake With Pakistan's Dahani

Harbhajan's Surprise Handshake With Pakistan's Dahani

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Harbhajan Singh was seen shaking hands with Pakistan pacer Shahnawaz Dahani during the Abu Dhabi T10 League in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Tariq is different from other spinners but Abhishek can help tackle him: Harbhajan

'10/10 selection': Gavaskar, Harbhajan praise bold calls

'10/10 selection': Gavaskar, Harbhajan praise bold calls

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The national selectors brought back wicketkeeper-batter Kishan along with Rinku Singh while dropping Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill who has been struggling in the T20 format.

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Harbhajan Singh urges India to play Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq carefully ahead of the T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, while Nayan Mongia backs Hardik Pandya to shine under pressure.

T20 WC Exit: Bangladesh pay price in diplomacy's crossfire

T20 WC Exit: Bangladesh pay price in diplomacy's crossfire

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Bangladesh's exclusion from the T20 World Cup highlights how regional politics are increasingly influencing cricket in the Indian sub-continent.

'Only Hype, No Contest': India Hammer Pakistan Again

'Only Hype, No Contest': India Hammer Pakistan Again

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

India hammer Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup as Manjrekar, Dhawan, Vaughan and others react to the Men in Blue's commanding 8-1 record in ICC clashes.

India's 5 Best Wins Vs Pakistan In T20 World Cups

India's 5 Best Wins Vs Pakistan In T20 World Cups

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

A look at India's 5 best victories against Pakistan in T20 World Cups.

'If It Was So Easy...': Bhajji Scolds Manjrekar

'If It Was So Easy...': Bhajji Scolds Manjrekar

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

A fresh debate around Virat Kohli's future in international cricket has been sparked after former India player Sanjay Manjrekar questioned the former captain's decision to continue playing ODIs -- remarks that have now prompted a strong response from Harbhajan Singh.

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Calling it "the destruction of Test cricket", former India spinner Harbhajan Singh says under-prepared and excessively bowler-friendly surfaces like the one used at Eden Gardens, prevent the genuine development of players.

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's record sixth U-19 World Cup win drew praise from Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir and cricket legends worldwide after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's stunning 175 sealed a 100-run victory over England.

'Big shoes to fill': Harbhajan's message to Gill

'Big shoes to fill': Harbhajan's message to Gill

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is hopeful that the newly appointed India's ODI captain, Shubman Gill, will carry forward the legacy of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and other captains who served before him in the format.

Harbhajan donates boats, ambulances for flood-hit Punjab

Harbhajan donates boats, ambulances for flood-hit Punjab

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Former India spinner and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh has stepped in with relief measures for his flood-ravaged home state Punjab.

'Gill is young but ready for big challenges'

'Gill is young but ready for big challenges'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Spin great Harbhajan Singh said the selectors were right in appointing Shubman Gill as India's ODI captain last year, stating that the youngster is ready for "big challenges".

'Whatever happened in Bangladesh is wrong'

'Whatever happened in Bangladesh is wrong'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'We welcome everyone to India, but whether they (Bangladesh) want to come here or not is their choice.'

'It was a 10/10 day, Leo Messi'

'It was a 10/10 day, Leo Messi'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The Wankhede crowd went in to tizzy when India's cricket God and the Argentine football captain came together on stage and exchanged pleasantries and presents.

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cricket has never been the same since India's thrilling, last-over win over Pakistan in the final at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on September 24, 2007.

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh were confirmed as the representatives of the Full Members of the BCCI.

Did Ashwin force Harbhajan out?

Did Ashwin force Harbhajan out?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

For years, the cricket world has speculated about a supposed rift between star spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Harbhajan Singh, fueled by Ashwin's ascension in the Indian team as Harbhajan's career wound down.

Kapil Dev at 67: The Man Who Changed Indian Cricket

Kapil Dev at 67: The Man Who Changed Indian Cricket

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday wished former Indian cricketer and 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev on his 67th birthday.

'Kohli's India should have won 3-4 trophies'

'Kohli's India should have won 3-4 trophies'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh believes India should have won more trophies during Virat Kohli's reign as a white-ball captain as he had a good bunch of players under him.

'Unfortunate! Unproven people deciding Ro-Ko future'

'Unfortunate! Unproven people deciding Ro-Ko future'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh finds it a bit unfortunate that the future of legends like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is being decided by "people who have not achieved much" but he nonetheless expects the duo to carry on till the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Yuvraj, Harmanpreet stands unveiled at New PCA Stadium

Yuvraj, Harmanpreet stands unveiled at New PCA Stadium

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

World Cup winners Yuvraj Singh and Harmanpreet Kaur were immortalized at the PCA's New Chandigarh Stadium on Thursday, with stands named in their honour.

'Rohit allowed me to express myself'

'Rohit allowed me to express myself'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Traded to Mumbai Indians from Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million) ahead of IPL 2026, Indian pacer Shardul Thakur says former captain Rohit Sharma allowed him to express himself.

'We should be proud that Dhoni was born in our country'

'We should be proud that Dhoni was born in our country'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Speaking on Taruwar Kohli's YouTube channel, Vijay praised Dhoni's power-hitting, mental strength and unmatched impact on the game.

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Harbhajan Singh sparked a social media storm with his controversial remarks on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's fan following, drawing comparisons with other cricketers.

Are Gill and Gambhir split on India's pitch plan?

Are Gill and Gambhir split on India's pitch plan?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The collapse, India's lowest failed chase at home, has left behind deeper fault lines than a dry Eden Gardens wicket can conceal.

'Gill will have to lead from the front in England': Harbhajan

'Gill will have to lead from the front in England': Harbhajan

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Shubman Gill will have to lead from the front in absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma but the young team should not be judged too early, said Harbhajan Singh.

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

It's a bit of a shock to see Rohit not going to Australia as captain: Harbhajan

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Cricket enters new era with launch of Test Twenty, a revolutionary 80-over format

'I want to thank Maa Durga...'

'I want to thank Maa Durga...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Fondly remembering for his memorable spells at Eden Gardens, the former cricketer expressed gratitude towards the city and its people, saying he would forever cherish his bond with Kolkata.

Harbhajan's Cheeky Dig At Pakistan...

Harbhajan's Cheeky Dig At Pakistan...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'First, Pakistan was knocked out of the tournament, and now, the final is out of Pakistan.'

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Former Team India leg-spinner Harbhajan Singh had a meeting with his idol -- former Australia skipper Steve Waugh - and he took to social media to share his excitement.

How Harbhajan, Symonds Became Friends

How Harbhajan, Symonds Became Friends

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Harbhajan Singh and Andrew Symonds resolved their differences and forged an unlikely friendship while playing for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2011.

Harbhajan Slammed For 'Kaali Taxi' Remark

Harbhajan Slammed For 'Kaali Taxi' Remark

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Harbhajan Singh's comment on Jofra Archer's expensive spell drew accusations of racial insensitivity.

Kohli's love-affair with Australia set to deepen on ODI return

Kohli's love-affair with Australia set to deepen on ODI return

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Australia is his favourite hunting ground, and now he is making his comeback after the IPL. I am really looking forward to seeing him bat in those three ODIs, and hopefully, out of those three, he gets at least two centuries for India.'

Bhajji Salutes Spirit of Punjab

Bhajji Salutes Spirit of Punjab

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Despite losing nearly everything in the devastating floods, the family chose to welcome relief volunteers with freshly prepared tea -- a gesture Harbhajan hailed as the true 'spirit of Punjab'.

'There should be no cricket & trade with Pakistan'

'There should be no cricket & trade with Pakistan'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

India-Pakistan bilateral relations must improve before engaging in cricket: Harbhajan Singh