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Vaughan slams India for omitting Kuldeep

Vaughan slams India for omitting Kuldeep

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Yadav has so far played six Tests and picked 24 wickets.

Saliva ban major handicap for pace bowlers: Pathan

Saliva ban major handicap for pace bowlers: Pathan

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan reckons that the ban on using saliva for shining the ball is a significant blow to bowlers and authorities should ensure preparation of bowling-friendly Test wickets to prevent complete domination of the game by the batsmen. The ICC cricket committee, led by former India captain Anil Kumble, has recommended a ban on use of saliva as an interim measure to combat the coronavirus threat.

Veteran spinner Piyush Chawla loses father to COVID-19

Veteran spinner Piyush Chawla loses father to COVID-19

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Experienced India leg-spinner Piyush Chawla's father Pramod Kumar Chawla on Monday died after battling COVID-19.

'KL Rahul is a 360-degree batter'

'KL Rahul is a 360-degree batter'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

KL Rahul is the second highest run-getter so far this season, just behind Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler.

Thinking cap is doing wonders for Hardik: Gavaskar

Thinking cap is doing wonders for Hardik: Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Hardik Pandya has his "thinking cap on" this season, says Sunil Gavaskar. That's why the Gujarat Titans skipper is batting with discipline and making good use of field restrictions, says the legendary batter.

'Shubman Gill's innings will be remembered for years'

'Shubman Gill's innings will be remembered for years'

Rediff.com27 May 2023

Shubman Gill's sizzling ton in Qualifier 2 is an innings that will be remembered for years to come, said the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Why Shami holds the key for India in WTC final

Why Shami holds the key for India in WTC final

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Former players Irfan Pathan and Parthiv Patel believe pace bowler Mohammed Shami will the hold the key for India with the ball in the upcoming ICC World Test Championship against New Zealand.

Yusuf Pathan announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Yusuf Pathan announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Pathan was part of the inaugural T20 World Cup-winning side in 2007 and also the one that triumphed in the 2011 ODI World Cup at home.

Pathan has shoulder injury: Middlesex

Pathan has shoulder injury: Middlesex

Rediff.com12 Jun 2005

The Indian all-rounder might not play for English County Middlesex next week.

Road Safety World Series: Yusuf, Yuvraj shine in India Legends' title win

Road Safety World Series: Yusuf, Yuvraj shine in India Legends' title win

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Yuvraj Singh and Yusuf Pathan struck quickfire fifties to win the inaugural Road Safety World Series title.

I kept pushing myself for the love of the game: Irfan

I kept pushing myself for the love of the game: Irfan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan on Sunday said he never lost his swing, contrary to the general perception at that time, and added blaming then coach Greg Chappell for his downfall was a cover-up. Pathan, 35, announced his retirement on Saturday, saying "most players start their India career at 27-28 but I ended up playing my last game at that stage".

Pathan looking to improve rhythm

Pathan looking to improve rhythm

Rediff.com6 May 2005

The Baroda fast bowler said he was unfortunate not to perform well against Pakistan

Brother's sacrifice behind Vivrant becoming IPL millionaire

Brother's sacrifice behind Vivrant becoming IPL millionaire

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Two years after he started walking in the footsteps of his elder brother, Jammu & Kashmir's left-handed batter Vivrant lost his father Sushant to kidney failure.

PIX: How Saina Nehwal celebrated her birthday in 'isolation'

PIX: How Saina Nehwal celebrated her birthday in 'isolation'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

It was a quiet birthday for India's badminton ace Saina Nehwal, who celebrated the special day in 'isolation' with her husband Parupalli Kashyap at her home in Hyderabad, on Tuesday.

'Livingstone is perfect buy for Punjab Kings'

'Livingstone is perfect buy for Punjab Kings'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Livingstone was picked by Punjab Kings for Rs 11.5 crore

'Let's not put pressure on Pandya by comparing him to Kapil'

'Let's not put pressure on Pandya by comparing him to Kapil'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Former India speedster, Irfan Pathan lauds Virat Kohli for backing his youngsters

Kozhikode crash: From Virat to Sachin, sports fraternity express shock

Kozhikode crash: From Virat to Sachin, sports fraternity express shock

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Praying for those affected by the aircraft accident in Kozhikode, said Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli

Yadav describes maiden India call-up in one word!

Yadav describes maiden India call-up in one word!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

'The feeling is surreal,' tweeted Surya

Hooda vindicated with India call-up after rollercoaster domestic season

Hooda vindicated with India call-up after rollercoaster domestic season

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Six months after storming out of the Baroda team hotel due to his argument with Krunal, Hooda joined Rajasthan ahead of the 2021-2022 season as a professional, but such was his frame of mind that Hooda never spoke money with the RCA officials.

Shami fastest Indian to 100 ODI wickets

Shami fastest Indian to 100 ODI wickets

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Pacer Mohammed Shami became the fastest Indian to claim 100 wickets in One-day Internationals, reaching the mark in the opening match against New Zealand in Napier.

Pathan says fast bowlers have to be careful on resumption

Pathan says fast bowlers have to be careful on resumption

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

'Going forward, they might need 4-6 weeks to get going themselves. It's a tough job and if you are bowling 140-150 kmph, running about 25 yards to bowl one ball at a time and then keep bowling for a few overs.'

Shikhar Dhawan picks favourite captain, batting partner

Shikhar Dhawan picks favourite captain, batting partner

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Shikhar Dhawan termed skipper Virat Kohli as the 'best current Indian batsman'. Dhawan also praised Rohit Sharma for his phenomenal performance

'Pant an amazing talent, Rahul in form of his life'

'Pant an amazing talent, Rahul in form of his life'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

'His (Rahul) current form is unbelievable'

I'd rather prefer my performance to do the talking for me: Irfan

I'd rather prefer my performance to do the talking for me: Irfan

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

Having made a remarkable return to the cricket field for his Ranji side Baroda, India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has said that rather than speaking about international comeback he would let his performance do the talking.

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Virat Kohli wished India on Diwali and urged Indians not to burst crackers to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

Praise for Pant: When in trouble, call the Spiderman!

Praise for Pant: When in trouble, call the Spiderman!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2022

The cricket world was in awe of India's wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant following his outstanding innings on Day 1 of the fifth Test against England, at Edgbaston cricket ground in Birmingham, on Friday.

IPL 8 Squads: Chennai Super Kings

IPL 8 Squads: Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Check out the Chennai Super Kings squad for the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.

David Warner, Hayley Matthews bag ICC awards

David Warner, Hayley Matthews bag ICC awards

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The opener's efforts in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup helped Australia win the tournament for the first time.

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs in connection with sexual harassment allegations levelled by women wrestlers against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Check out Ganguly's Dream India XI

Check out Ganguly's Dream India XI

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Who are the five current Indian cricketers Dada would have loved to have in his team?

'No Indian captain has achieved what Dhoni has'

'No Indian captain has achieved what Dhoni has'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'Dhoni was a very shrewd captain in terms of his out of the box thinking and getting the work done.'

Rahane steers clear of Wasim Jaffer controversy

Rahane steers clear of Wasim Jaffer controversy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Ajinkya Rahane steered clear of the controversy surrounding domestic stalwart and his former Mumbai teammate Wasim Jaffer

Why this Indian duo will be X Factor at T20 World Cup...

Why this Indian duo will be X Factor at T20 World Cup...

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

Virat Kohli and Co. face-off against Babar Azam-led Pakistan in this highly anticipated encounter which will also be the Indian skipper's swansong as captain.

Irfan's tweet after Dhoni's poor show causes stir

Irfan's tweet after Dhoni's poor show causes stir

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Irfan Pathan in his tweet cited that 'age is just a number' for some, while for some others it is time to retire.

On this day in 2007: Dhoni brought the T20 WC home

On this day in 2007: Dhoni brought the T20 WC home

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

We look back at how one of the biggest days in Indian cricket panned out...

Why Rohit-Dhawan are the perfect opening pair...

Why Rohit-Dhawan are the perfect opening pair...

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan reckons the reason behind Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma's extremely successful opening partnership is their ability to play to each other's strengths.

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Should India have included Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur, Shikhar Dhawan and Yuzvendra Chahal? Tell us!

Sachin Tendulkar voted 'Greatest Men's Test Batsman' of 21st century

Sachin Tendulkar voted 'Greatest Men's Test Batsman' of 21st century

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

This is a huge honour for Tendulkar, who retired from international cricket eight years ago in 2013

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The cricket fraternity hailed India's maiden Test win at Centurion on Thursday, with Virat Kohli's bowling attack coming in for special praise from greats such as Sachin Tendulkar.