News for '-kolkata-knights-riders'

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Delhi Capitals will be looking to improve their batting performance in the middle overs when they face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match on Tuesday.

'CSK playing with very conservative approach'

'CSK playing with very conservative approach'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

'That losing feeling lingers, and it's hard to get rid of sometimes.'

Rahane backs Iyer: 'Don't think he was thinking about his price tag'

Rahane backs Iyer: 'Don't think he was thinking about his price tag'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'Someone's not going to work doubly harder if he's getting Rs 20 plus crore or someone's not going to work less harder when he's getting one, two, three crore...'

Pant surpasses Shreyas to make history at IPL auction

Pant surpasses Shreyas to make history at IPL auction

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Delhi Capitals had the bid at Rs 26 crore for him but PBKS raised the amount to get the player.

Cricket buff, Southgate would watch Test cricket all day

Cricket buff, Southgate would watch Test cricket all day

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Southgate watched as KKR downed RR by one run and later took a trip down memory lane, recalling the time when he used to watch Test cricket 'all day long.'

5 Reasons Why KKR Are Struggling in IPL 2025

5 Reasons Why KKR Are Struggling in IPL 2025

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

For KKR, IPL 2025 is slipping away rapidly. They need more than just a few tactical tweaks - they need clarity of leadership and bold but sensible changes in their playing XI.

Mom watches as Parag etches name in IPL's history books

Mom watches as Parag etches name in IPL's history books

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Parag smashed England veteran Moeen Ali for five consecutive sixes in the 13th over -- he dispatched the first six over deep square leg to bring up his half ton.

Focus on Kohli as IPL resumes with RCB-KKR face-off

Focus on Kohli as IPL resumes with RCB-KKR face-off

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The unexpected 10-day break has left both the RCB and the KKR with different goals to achieve and common challenges to hurdle over.

Fielding, opening woes hurting us: Rahane

Fielding, opening woes hurting us: Rahane

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

While KKR bowlers have shown steady improvement, Rahane admitted the batting group hasn't pulled its weight.

Abhishek Nayar's sacking: Captain Rohit breaks silence!

Abhishek Nayar's sacking: Captain Rohit breaks silence!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma on Monday thanked his long-time friend Abhishek Nayar, days after the latter was sacked as Indian team's assistant coach by the BCCI.

Just a Day Before IPL Clash, Pant Turns Up at ISL Match

Just a Day Before IPL Clash, Pant Turns Up at ISL Match

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant was spotted soaking in the football fever at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata on Monday.

Rahane blames KKR's batting collapse for dismal defeat

Rahane blames KKR's batting collapse for dismal defeat

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Speaking at the post-match presentation, Rahane highlighted the failure to build partnerships and make the most of a good batting surface.

From Rs 600 To $300: Varun Chakravathy's Wild Journey

From Rs 600 To $300: Varun Chakravathy's Wild Journey

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'After I am done with cricket, my first goal is to direct a movie.'

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The defeat against Mumbai Indians was the 45th home loss for Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi to equal RCB's record.

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Wednesday, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer hinted that Glenn Maxwell is ruled out for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season due to a finger injury.

How RCB silenced Eden Gardens

How RCB silenced Eden Gardens

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made an auspicious start in their latest bid to lift a maiden Indian Premier League trophy

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The complete list of players sold in the IPL 2025 Auction in Jeddah.

Why Are KKR Fans Upset With Nitish Rana?

Why Are KKR Fans Upset With Nitish Rana?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

As he was dismissed for just eight runs, KKR fans served him a brutal reminder of his old 'loyalty' remark.

'This Could Be Virat Kohli's Year'

'This Could Be Virat Kohli's Year'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Suresh Raina has thrown his weight behind RCB, saying this could finally be the season they break their title drought - and that Virat Kohli might lift the trophy after 18 years of waiting.

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Instead of his now-famous 'notebook celebration', which landed him in hot water twice this season, the 25 year old unveiled a brand-new move: A symbolic gesture of writing on the ground, a subtle nod to his earlier antics but toned down to avoid further fines and sanctions.

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'In-flight charcha with our Captain and Vice-Captain Sahab!. PS: We'll be reminding Shubman about your bat, Rashid Bhai!' GT captioned the video.

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans set to miss Buttler in play-offs, Moeen Ali not to return for KKR

Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Rediff.com6 May 2025

It was at Eden in January 2001 that a young Dhoni, then representing Bihar, announced himself with a maiden first-class century -- a knock that now feels prophetic in retrospect.

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Rediff.com15 May 2025

PBKS sign Kiwi pacer Jamieson for injured Ferguson; RCB skipper Patidar bats at nets

Ponting ecstatic after Punjab's 'season-defining' win

Ponting ecstatic after Punjab's 'season-defining' win

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings' (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting on Tuesday said his team's thrilling 16-run win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) could be a "season-defining" victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'He is a very good talent. I am sure that in the coming years, he would represent the country.'

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday

DC sign veteran Bangla seamer to replace young Aussie

DC sign veteran Bangla seamer to replace young Aussie

Rediff.com14 May 2025

DC signs Mustafizur Rahman as Jake-Fraser's replacement

Rinku, the fielder, puts his hand up in KKR's narrow win

Rinku, the fielder, puts his hand up in KKR's narrow win

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Rinku made a valuable 19 runs in six balls, that powered KKR to post 200+, he saved certain boundaries while fielding, which eventually won KKR the match.

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders batter Quinton de Kock says having former Chennai Super Kings players Ajinkya Rahane and Moeen Ali in their ranks gave them key insights into the Chepauk conditions, which prompted the decision to field an extra spinner, a move that proved crucial in their eight-wicket win in the IPL match in Chennai on Friday.

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey reacts after the team's fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League, their first of the first in the cash-rich league's history.

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's T20 squad for next month's Asia Cup, but IPL star performers Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

RCB make IPL history: First to win every away game!

RCB make IPL history: First to win every away game!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru accomplished an unprecedented milestone with victory over Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday, winning all seven away matches this IPL season. They are the first-ever team to brag an unbeaten away record in a season that follows the home-and-away format.

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be aiming to break their losing streak when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. CSK are currently ninth in the standings with one win and four losses, while KKR are in sixth position with two wins and three defeats. The home team will be hoping to turn around their fortunes at Chepauk, which has not been as advantageous this season as it has been in the past. CSK will need to adapt to the changed conditions and rely on their spinners to perform well at a venue where they have traditionally dominated. Meanwhile, KKR will be looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Lucknow Super Giants and secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli has been with RCB since the inaugural edition of the IPL in 2008, including nine seasons as captain of a franchise that made the finals in 2009, 2011 and 2016 but lost every time.

Angry Kids Troll Dhoni After CSK Losses

Angry Kids Troll Dhoni After CSK Losses

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

While the old fans continue to lend their support to Thala and his men, CSK's new generation of fans are not impressed.

Underuse of Russell caused KKR's downfall?

Underuse of Russell caused KKR's downfall?

Rediff.com18 May 2025

For Finch, it echoed one of the several moments where his former side just didn't click.

SEE: Kuldeep Slaps Rinku, Fans Shocked and Furious

SEE: Kuldeep Slaps Rinku, Fans Shocked and Furious

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Amid swirling rumours of tension between them, Kuldeep Yadav and Rinku Singh have set the record straight with a heartwarming gesture of friendship.

Injury scare! DC, KKR captains hurt in same match

Injury scare! DC, KKR captains hurt in same match

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Both captains showed grit and leadership under pressure, but with the business end of the season approaching, their fitness will be closely monitored.

Price tag pressure? Iyer's flop show for KKR continues

Price tag pressure? Iyer's flop show for KKR continues

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Price tag pressure? Poor season continues for KKR's Venkatesh Iyer