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Mitchell Johnson fifth Australian entry in '300 wickets' club

Mitchell Johnson fifth Australian entry in '300 wickets' club

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

When he had Jonny Bairstow (5) caught behind on the second day of the third Test at Edgbaston, the 33-year-old reached the milestone, in what is his 69th Test.

Johnson again proves he is not just a tail-ender!

Johnson again proves he is not just a tail-ender!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

With a batting average of just a shade under 30, the pugnacious Mitchell Johnson plundered the Indian bowling to register his ninth Test fifty and give Australia a fighting chance in the second Test at the Gabba.

Ben Johnson heads top 10 sporting disqualifications

Ben Johnson heads top 10 sporting disqualifications

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

Spaniard Borja Etchart is the latest professional golfer to get disqualified when he was ejected from the Andalucia Open after twice wrongly placing his ball.

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

If the bowlers ticked all the boxes, the Delhi Capitals fielders lent them apt support to play a crucial role in their six-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.

DC Vs GT: Who Batted Best? Vote!

DC Vs GT: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Quickfire cameos did the job in the low-scoring match between Delhi Capitals and the Gujarat Titans.

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

NZ face WI in virtual knockout, rain threatens to derail England again

T20 WC MVP Crown Eludes Rohit

T20 WC MVP Crown Eludes Rohit

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma did practically everything right in the T20 WC: He batted brilliantly, he captained even more capably, but he failed to top the most valuable player table. Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of T20 World Cup 2024.

Johnson excited about challenge of bowling to 'best batsman' AB

Johnson excited about challenge of bowling to 'best batsman' AB

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

After playing a crucial role in Australia's World Cup triumph, Mitchell Johnson now has his sights trained on the challenge of bowling to the fearsome AB de Villiers when Kings XI Punjab take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Stats: Johnson Charles sizzles against India

Stats: Johnson Charles sizzles against India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Statistical highlights of the ODI Tri-series match between India and the West Indies in Kingston on Sunday.

T20 WC PIX: WI stagger to win over plucky PNG

T20 WC PIX: WI stagger to win over plucky PNG

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between West Indies and Papua New Guinea, in Georgetown, Guyana, on Sunday.

Ashes PHOTOS: Johnson destroys England; puts Australia in control

Ashes PHOTOS: Johnson destroys England; puts Australia in control

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Mitchell Johnson's seven-wicket haul skittled England for 172 and put Australia in complete control.

Johnson likely to skip IPL III for country

Johnson likely to skip IPL III for country

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

The 28-year-old Queenslander's manager Sam Halvorsen said Johnson, who would have been one of the most sought-after names at the January 19 auction, is likely to give the third edition of the tournament a miss. The decision could cost him US $200,000. Halvorsen said apart from keeping himself fresh for national duty, Johnson's decision to skip the March 12 to April 25 tournament has been influenced by the newly-laid rules of the auction process.

EPL: Johnson, Cissokho fit for Liverpool's visit to Newcastle

EPL: Johnson, Cissokho fit for Liverpool's visit to Newcastle

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Liverpool will take their strongest squad of the season to Newcastle United on Saturday, manager Brendan Rodgers said on Thursday.

Issues with mother led to Ashes slump: Johnson

Issues with mother led to Ashes slump: Johnson

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

Australian left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson admitted that a bitter row with his mother led to his meltdown during this year's Ashes, which Australia lost.

Johnson set for ODI return, to play in tri-series final

Johnson set for ODI return, to play in tri-series final

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Johnson is set to return from his month-long rest period and the tri-series final against England will be his first competitive match since the Boxing Day Test against India.

'Johnson bowling as fast as I've ever seen him bowl'

'Johnson bowling as fast as I've ever seen him bowl'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Australia paceman Mitchell Johnson is at full throttle and ready to torment England's batsmen again in the Ashes series, his captain Michael Clarke said on Tuesday.

'Sledging Johnson not too wise on India's part'

'Sledging Johnson not too wise on India's part'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2014

Australia's young skipper Steve Smith has warned India that any plans of sledging Mitchell Johnson in the future are likely to backfire just as they did in the second Test that ended in Brisbane on Saturday.

H&R Johnson to hike capacity

H&R Johnson to hike capacity

Rediff.com12 Apr 2006

Can CSK fend off bottom-placed GT to bolster playoff chances?

Can CSK fend off bottom-placed GT to bolster playoff chances?

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Despite being hit by the absence of key bowlers due to injuries as well as international commitments, Chennai Super Kings will still like to display their on-field ruthlessness while taking on wooden spooners Gujarat Titans in a 12th round IPL encounter in Ahmedabad on Friday.

IPL PIX: Clinical CSK rout Titans to jump to top!

IPL PIX: Clinical CSK rout Titans to jump to top!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Chennai Super Kings' batters dazzled before the bowlers ran riot to thrash Gujarat Titans by a thumping 53-run margin.

'Aussies are not wary of Johnson's form'

'Aussies are not wary of Johnson's form'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Struggling Mitchell Johnson has found much needed support from teammate and stumper Brad Haddin, who reckons that the Australian paceman was still making an impact in their Ashes defence.

GT Vs MI: Who Played The Best Knock?

GT Vs MI: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Sai Sudharsan or Dewald Brewis? Rawal Tewatia or Rohit Sharma? Which batter impressed you most?

T20 World Cup: Rahmanullah Gurbaz Leads MVP Race

T20 World Cup: Rahmanullah Gurbaz Leads MVP Race

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of T20 World Cup 2024 after Game 48.

Clarke backs out-of-form Johnson for SA tour

Clarke backs out-of-form Johnson for SA tour

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

Australian skipper Michael Clarke is backing left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson's selection for the South Africa tour saying that he remains an integral part of the Test side despite his dreadful form in recent months.

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Lots of romance and action on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

UK ministers push for Johnson to take over as PM

UK ministers push for Johnson to take over as PM

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Johnson reacted to media speculation on Twitter by dismissing any rebellion.

Johnson could play second ODI at Nagpur

Johnson could play second ODI at Nagpur

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Australia heaved a sigh of relief on Tuesday when it was learnt that all-rounder Mitchell Johnson could yet play in the second ODI against India at Nagpur on Wednesday.

Johnson looms as Australia's answer to Flintoff

Johnson looms as Australia's answer to Flintoff

Rediff.com1 Jul 2009

Australia's long search for a matchwinning all-rounder to counter the feats of England's Andrew Flintoff may finally be over.

SRH aim for playoffs in crucial clash with GT

SRH aim for playoffs in crucial clash with GT

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Pat Cummins-led side will also want to challenge for the top two spots, which is a possibility considering they have one more game after this match and a healthy net run rate of +0.406.

Even Michael Johnson astonished by Bolt's progress

Even Michael Johnson astonished by Bolt's progress

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

A year ago Michael Johnson predicted Usain Bolt would probably break his then 12-year-old 200 metres world record, but not yet. An hour later he was eating his words as his 19.32 was taken by the Jamaican's 19.30. Johnson, this time, said on Thursday he thought Bolt was too tired to take it down further, only to watch stupefied as he took 11 hundredths off to complete a clean sweep of world and Olympic sprint titles, all secured with world record runs.

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Thursday refused to debate with his Democratic rival and Vice President Kamala Harris until the Democrats formally decide on their nominee, whereas the latter said that she is ready for a debate.

Gujarat Titans in must-win battle vs in-form KKR

Gujarat Titans in must-win battle vs in-form KKR

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Shubman Gill's return to form will provide a big boost to Gujarat Titans as they square off against table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in their must-win IPL game in Ahmedabad on Monday.

Johnson in Australia squad for third SA ODI

Johnson in Australia squad for third SA ODI

Rediff.com22 Jan 2009

Pacer Mitchell Johnson returns to the Australian team after a fortnight's rest for the third one-dayer against South Africa at the SCG on Friday. Johnson, who was rested after the 1-2 Test series loss against the Proteas, replaces Ben Hilfenhaus in the 12-man squad for the third match of the five-game series, which is locked 1-1.

No hate but plenty of fire in South Africa rivalry: Johnson

No hate but plenty of fire in South Africa rivalry: Johnson

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

It's probably going to be fiery again but we want to play the best cricket we can.

Johnson leads Australia to 162-run victory

Johnson leads Australia to 162-run victory

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

South Africa, chasing an improbable victory target of 454, were bowled out for 291 as Mitchell Johnson (4-112) and Peter Siddle (3-46) put Australia 1-0 up in a three-match series.

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

With the athletes bidding goodbye to Paris after another bone-tingling edition of the Olympics, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com, shares some interesting nuggets that made the Paris Olympics an event to remember!

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Three different invitations were sent out for the wedding and the receptions with top-run guests being sent a large red box that contained an intricate chest incorporating a mini silver temple featuring gold idols of various Hindu deities, including Lord Ganesh, Radha-Krishna, and Goddess Durga.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 rattles New York, New Jersey

Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 rattles New York, New Jersey

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

An earthquake of magnitude 4.8 struck 7 km north-northeast of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, on Friday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported.

Australia recall Johnson from India with eye on Ashes

Australia recall Johnson from India with eye on Ashes

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

The left-arm pacer is expected to join Peter Siddle and Ryan Harris in the Australian attack for the first Test against England starting at Gabba on November 21 after missing out on the Ashes tour of England earlier this year.

CSK Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder?

CSK Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Dhoni Or Rahane? Whose Catch Was Better?