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Pandemic... And Now War! What It Takes To Halt The IPL

Pandemic... And Now War! What It Takes To Halt The IPL

Rediff.com9 May 2025

With 12 league fixtures and four playoff matches remaining, the BCCI is expected to wait for de-escalation before evaluating any resumption window.

Patidar Smashes His Way Into IPL History

Patidar Smashes His Way Into IPL History

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Patidar crossed the landmark in just 30 innings, sitting just behind Gujarat Titans' Sai Sudharsan, who achieved the feat in 25.

IPL break may help KKR regain winning touch: Pandey

IPL break may help KKR regain winning touch: Pandey

Rediff.com16 May 2025

KKR will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a must-win match on Saturday to keep their playoffs hopes alive.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

India Vs Pakistan: Punjab Kings Stirs Controversy

India Vs Pakistan: Punjab Kings Stirs Controversy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Days before the high-profile match on September 14, the team posted a graphic on social media announcing India's next fixture -- deliberately omitting Pakistan's name.

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Shami's four-wicket burst sets up Bengal's eight-wicket win over Uttarakhand

IPL: Punjab's Maxwell fined, but why?

IPL: Punjab's Maxwell fined, but why?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

The statement from the IPL fails to mention the reason for the penalty imposed on the Australian.

Shreyas Iyer to replace Rohit as ODI captain for 2027 World Cup?

Shreyas Iyer to replace Rohit as ODI captain for 2027 World Cup?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Shreyas Iyer is being looked upon as a long-term option to lead India in ODIs till the 2027 World Cup.

'Why remind people of forgotten Slapgate incident?'

'Why remind people of forgotten Slapgate incident?'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Former league chairman Lalit Modi has reignited debate by leaking the unseen video of Harbhajan Singh slapping S Sreesanth during the 2008 season.

Captaincy curse? Surya's form hits rock bottom!

Captaincy curse? Surya's form hits rock bottom!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's appalling dry spell with the bat since taking over India's T20I captaincy mantle continued in the Asia Cup final on Dubai's slow-paced track against Pakistan on Sunday.

Shreyas Iyer takes break from red-ball cricket!

Shreyas Iyer takes break from red-ball cricket!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Shreyas Iyer takes break from red-ball cricket, informs BCCI of a back issue

Kohli Ignored! Manjrekar's Controversial IPL Picks

Kohli Ignored! Manjrekar's Controversial IPL Picks

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has stirred up fresh controversy with his latest IPL 2025 rankings, leaving fans fuming after snubbing two of the tournament's top run-scorers.

Maxwell eyes comeback for India T20Is after surgery

Maxwell eyes comeback for India T20Is after surgery

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Australian star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is hopeful of regaining fitness in time for the latter half of the upcoming T20 International series against India after undergoing surgery on his fractured right wrist.

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The former South African pacer said Ganguly will get to know more about his role once he joins the team and meets the players.

Shardul Thakur Back In IPL?

Shardul Thakur Back In IPL?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

LSG is yet to make an official announcement but Thakur has been informed about the decision and will travel with the team to Visakhapatnam for the season opener against the Delhi Capitals.

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will resume on May 17 with a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders in Bengaluru, the BCCI announced on Monday.

PBKS-MI IPL match in Dharamsala moved to Ahmedabad

PBKS-MI IPL match in Dharamsala moved to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The IPL match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians, scheduled for May 11 in Dharamsala, has been shifted to Ahmedabad owing to closure of the hill town's airport in the wake of military action against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. The match will be played in the afternoon.

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Basit's unfiltered endorsement of the IPL -- despite the inevitable backlash -- adds weight to a conversation many shy away from.

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He doesn't play T20 cricket. So, he will not be a part of the World Cup in 2026 in India. But when they go to 2027 in South Africa, he will be 40 years old. And that's a big number in sport.'

Meet India's Asia Cup Rookies

Meet India's Asia Cup Rookies

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

India's squad for the 2025 Asia Cup signals a bold new era, with seven fresh faces ready to debut on the continental stage.

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The 23-year-old explained that his stint with Delhi Capitals sharpened his cricketing brain.

IPL: Punjab vs DC match called off, fans evacuated

IPL: Punjab vs DC match called off, fans evacuated

Rediff.com8 May 2025

IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abruptly halted midway due to escalating security concerns on Thursday.

Pant Breaks Silence on IPL Struggles

Pant Breaks Silence on IPL Struggles

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The LSG skipper insisted it was unfair to single out individuals in a team sport.

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has allowed pacer Mustafizur Rahman to play for IPL side Delhi Capitals for a limited duration of May 18 to 24.

Match-fixing allegations cloud IPL once again

Match-fixing allegations cloud IPL once again

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Cricket Association official Jaideep Bihani has accused the Rajasthan Royals of match-fixing after they failed to chase down nine runs in the final over in their last two matches.

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

No BCCI representatives travelled to Dubai. As reported by Dainik Jagran, the board was mindful of public sentiment and growing calls for a boycott, choosing to skip those matches out of respect for the prevailing national mood.

Klaasen touches huge landmark in IPL

Klaasen touches huge landmark in IPL

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The big-hitter was finally dismissed in the 19th over by Sandeep Sharma, caught by Riyan Parag.

Karun's IPL Resurrection After 1,076 Days!

Karun's IPL Resurrection After 1,076 Days!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Karun Nair captured the hearts of cricket romantics even though his side -- Delhi Capitals -- lost to Mumbai Indians in a humdinger in IPL 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Gloves of Glory: Dhoni Creates IPL History!

Gloves of Glory: Dhoni Creates IPL History!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni became the first player in IPL history to complete 200 dismissals.

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

I am happy with my progress, says India and LSG spinner Ravi Bishnoi

Zaheer to quit as LSG mentor after just one season?

Zaheer to quit as LSG mentor after just one season?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India's pace great Zaheer Khan is reportedly set to part ways with Lucknow Super Giants after just one season as their mentor.

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Against Bangladesh, Samson wasn't even considered good enough to come inside the top seven of the line-up and that begs a question as to what is he doing in the team if he isn't good enough to come ahead of Axar Patel.

I let everyone down: Rabada reveals truth behind sudden IPL exit

I let everyone down: Rabada reveals truth behind sudden IPL exit

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Rabada played in the Titans' first two matches in this season's IPL, taking two wickets before flying back to Johannesburg.

PIX: Bengaluru's Rain Threatens IPL Match

PIX: Bengaluru's Rain Threatens IPL Match

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

As rain continues to drizzle over the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru, the start of Friday's much-anticipated IPL clash between RCB and Punjab Kings is delayed.

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'If I had to make a call whether to head back to India and finish the tournament, it would be an easy decision. It's a no from me. Lives and safety are the most important thing, not pay cheques.'

Can RCB End IPL Jinx?

Can RCB End IPL Jinx?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

RCB will look to Virat Kohli not just for runs but also for inspiration as they chase that elusive IPL title -- a drought that has persisted for the last 17 years since the IPL's inception in 2008.

Rahul goes past Warner, Kohli to top elite IPL club

Rahul goes past Warner, Kohli to top elite IPL club

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

KL Rahul topples David Warner's record, fastest batter to score 5000 IPL runs

CSK slams 'extra pay' talk after Ashwin's bold claim

CSK slams 'extra pay' talk after Ashwin's bold claim

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

CSK's mid-season signing of Dewald Brevis, once hailed as a masterstroke, is now at the centre of a fresh debate over IPL's replacement rules.

IPL power-hitting provides bowlers more chances: Boult

IPL power-hitting provides bowlers more chances: Boult

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Batters take power-hitting to another level in the IPL, but the "bowlers will have their day" if they focus on staying aggressive without compromising accuracy, says Mumbai Indians' star seamer Trent Boult.

Head's IPL comeback delayed due to Covid-19!

Head's IPL comeback delayed due to Covid-19!

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Head is reportedly recovering well and is expected to rejoin the SRH camp soon.