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Shastri wants 'hard talk' after loss, Bhajji backs Kuldeep

Shastri wants 'hard talk' after loss, Bhajji backs Kuldeep

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

As questions swirled around dropped catches, poor captaincy calls, and a one-dimensional bowling attack, former players didn't hold back.

Step Inside Harbhajan Singh's Home

Step Inside Harbhajan Singh's Home

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Geeta Basra and Bhajji's home is a testament to their shared vision, with each nook and cranny narrating a unique story of love.

Punjab flood: Toll rises to 37; crops in 23 districts damaged

Punjab flood: Toll rises to 37; crops in 23 districts damaged

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Heavy rains exacerbate the flood situation in Punjab, leading to 37 deaths and widespread crop damage. Rescue and relief operations are underway as authorities issue alerts and provide assistance to affected populations.

Harbhajan advises 'tired' Siraj to take rest

Harbhajan advises 'tired' Siraj to take rest

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh feels Royal Challengers Bengaluru struggling speedster Mohammed Siraj should be rested so that he can regain his form.

WCL 2025: India boycott semifinal against Pakistan!

WCL 2025: India boycott semifinal against Pakistan!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India have refused to play against arch-rivals Pakistan in the semifinals of the World Championship of Legends in Birmingham on Thursday, citing the nation's stand against any bilateral sporting ties with the neighbouring country after the gruesome Pahalagam terror attack.

'Batting is too easy now': KP sparks war of eras

'Batting is too easy now': KP sparks war of eras

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Pietersen's comments on his social media handle came a day after fellow England batter Joe Root overtook Australia great Ricky Ponting to climb to second place in the all-time list of Test run scorers.

'10/10! SUPERMEN from INDIA!'

'10/10! SUPERMEN from INDIA!'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Iron body with heart of a Lion. Mohammed Siraj.'

Harbhajan picks 'game changer' for India in T20 WC

Harbhajan picks 'game changer' for India in T20 WC

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Balaji echoed the focus on young talent, pinpointing Rishabh Pant's aggressive batting as a potential weapon against the opposition.

Don't waste your time in Pakistan: Harbhajan to Kirsten

Don't waste your time in Pakistan: Harbhajan to Kirsten

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Harbhajan Singh suggested Gary Kirsten not to waste his time in Pakistan

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced a blanket ban on its players' participation in future editions of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), accusing the tournament organisers of being "biased" and lacking sporting integrity.

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

A veterans' cricket match involving India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends in London on Sunday has been cancelled after Indian players, including Shikhar Dhawan, refused to be a part of it citing the Pahalgam terror attack in April.

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'It was tough to give up cricket. But I received very good guidance from my mother. She told me to become a nice human being, whether I am a good cricketer or not.'

Harbhajan Paaji Chaa Gaye!

Harbhajan Paaji Chaa Gaye!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

He was accompanied by actor Kritika Kamra.

Leeds: India's young trio matches legends' 23-year-old feat

Leeds: India's young trio matches legends' 23-year-old feat

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Here's a quick look back to the day when India erased a good chunk of the stigma of being poor travellers.

Kohli will have to master Chepauk challenge: Harbhajan

Kohli will have to master Chepauk challenge: Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

For the unrelenting run-machine that Virat Kohli has been in the IPL, the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai remains a peak that the Royal Challengers Bangalore batter is yet to scale.

'Will miss you Cheeks'

'Will miss you Cheeks'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli announced his retirement from the longest format on Monday, May 12 - drawing the curtain on one of the most iconic red-ball careers in Indian cricket history.

Ashwin or Shardul? Harbhajan picks his playing XI

Ashwin or Shardul? Harbhajan picks his playing XI

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Former star spinner Harbhajan Singh picked Ravichandran Ashwin ahead of all-rounder Shardul Thakur for India's upcoming Boxing Day Test clash against South Africa in Centurion.

Angry Harbhajan lashes out at PBKS management after MI loss

Angry Harbhajan lashes out at PBKS management after MI loss

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh lambasted Punjab Kings management for the decisions that they made against Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024.

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A look at India's narrowest victories by run margin -- games that tested nerves, showcased grit, and etched unforgettable drama into Test history.

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Afridi's remarks came as organisers confirmed the Indian pullout followed public backlash after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22- an episode that has now cast a shadow over the tournament.

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Former captain Sourav Ganguly on Thursday said India may have missed a trick by not playing Kuldeep Yadav at Lord's and Manchester, as quality spinners come to the fore on the last two days of a Test match.

REVEALED! How Bumrah Proposed To Sanjana

REVEALED! How Bumrah Proposed To Sanjana

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The pacer wasn't going to let strict Covid protocols get in the way of a life-changing moment.

'No wicketkeeper like MS Dhoni even today'

'No wicketkeeper like MS Dhoni even today'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Mumbai Indians fell 15 to 20 runs short after being put to bat by the Super Kings. They struggled to stitch up significant partnerships and settled for 155/9.

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

More than 25 crore workers engaged in sectors ranging from banking, insurance, postal to coal mining, highway and construction are expected to go on a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, potentially disrupting services across the country. A forum of 10 central trade unions and their associates has called for a general strike or 'Bharat Bandh' to "oppose the anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the government".

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

If history is anything to go by, Leeds always has room for a little magic.

SEE: Dada, Kaif and an iconic sweater!

SEE: Dada, Kaif and an iconic sweater!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

On July 13, 2002, the Indian cricket team achieved an extraordinary victory on foreign soil by defeating a formidable England side in their own backyard to clinch the Natwest Tri-Series, which also featured Sri Lanka.

Bhajji reckons this man is best T20I batter

Bhajji reckons this man is best T20I batter

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Pooran is the Orange Cap holder in the ongoing 18th edition of the tournament.

Sehwag slams Pak for escalation, Neeraj backs Armed Forces

Sehwag slams Pak for escalation, Neeraj backs Armed Forces

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Sehwag condemned Pakistan's intent and motives in a strongly worded post

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The former South Africa wicket-keeping star was at the helm in MI when Pandya took over from Rohit and had first-hand access to the all-rounder as he dealt with the public backlash.

Cricket fraternity joins nation in mourning

Cricket fraternity joins nation in mourning

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families on Thursday after a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff in Gujarat's Ahmedabad.

'Go to England with nothing to..' Manjrekar reacts

'Go to England with nothing to..' Manjrekar reacts

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Strange selection, says Manjrekar; Irfan, Harbhajan congratulate Gill

'It will be hard for any team to catch up with MI'

'It will be hard for any team to catch up with MI'

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Mumbai Indians overpowered Rajasthan Royals by 100 runs to register their sixth win in succession and jump to the top of the IPL 2025 standings.

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nothing new in BCCI's policy document, says former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

What makes Kishan truly special

What makes Kishan truly special

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'Felt MI lost twice today'

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

It's a special century for MI man Suryakumar Yadav.

'India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is overhyped'

'India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is overhyped'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'India is a strong team. Pakistan is inconsistent.'

When Mithali Raj bowled Harbhajan

When Mithali Raj bowled Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Glimpses from the match between teams led by Harbhajan Singh and Mithali Raj, hosted by Disney Star Sports, featuring children from the Raje Shivaji Vidyalaya in Dharavi, Mumbai.

Harbhajan Wanted To Play For Punjab...

Harbhajan Wanted To Play For Punjab...

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

'In the last 2-3 years of my career I wanted to play for Punjab Kings and felt that whatever skills I had I could use for the benefit of the Punjab team.'

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The plus point for Kuldeep Yadav is his ability to extract turn and bounce.