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R Ashwin 'theru': Chennai street to be named after spinner

R Ashwin 'theru': Chennai street to be named after spinner

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The GCC had sought and received government approval to pass a resolution for the renaming of the street.

'Hope you add many more': Kumble, Ashwin laud Lyon

'Hope you add many more': Kumble, Ashwin laud Lyon

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Celebrated Indian spin maestros Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin showered praise upon Lyon.

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Former players lauded Varun Chakravarthy's bowling display against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, with Ravi Shastri advocating for his inclusion in the semifinals.

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'At this stage, I want a senior cricketer to take up the captaincy and see the Indian team through this transition phase.'

SEE: Cheteshwar-Puja announce unique collab

SEE: Cheteshwar-Puja announce unique collab

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The book has received raving reviews from legendary cricketers Anil Kumble, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman.

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The legendary Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Ravindra Jadeja for his ability to change angles and advised the batters to display more attacking intent if they have to get on top of the left-arm spinner.

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'...whether he is a top player or not, it doesn't matter.' 'If I go by a player's name I won't be able to bowl at my best.' 'For me he is just a batter, and my only focus is where I need to land the ball.'

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Fascinating numbers from the India-Pakistan iconic cricket rivalry.

Kumble's special message for Sarfaraz ahead of Test debut

Kumble's special message for Sarfaraz ahead of Test debut

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

A consistent performer on the domestic circuit for Mumbai, Sarfaraz Khan has been in contention for national selection for the past few years.

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Rohit Sharma became the second-fastest to the milestone, achieving it in just 261 innings-surpassed only by Virat Kohli, who got there in 222 innings.

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Kuldeep Yadav spun his way into history on Sunday, becoming just the fifth Indian spinner to take 300 international wickets.

'Class' Ashwin overtakes Kumble

'Class' Ashwin overtakes Kumble

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin becomes leading wicket-taker in Border-Gavaskar Trophy history

Kumble, Gambhir catch up!

Kumble, Gambhir catch up!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

Anil Kumble and Gautam Gambhir played 19 Tests together for India.

Bumrah makes headlines at Ind vs Pak... Here's why

Bumrah makes headlines at Ind vs Pak... Here's why

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Bumrah receives his ICC awards for 2024 during India-Pakistan match in Champions Trophy

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'The love we give away is the only love we keep,' Ashwin captioned a video posted on his X feed.

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Kapil Dev believes the injury-enforced absence of key players like Jasprit Bumrah can hamper any team and hopes India's pace spearhead will return to action soon.

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I do not think we have heard the last of that yet.'

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Amid heightened security measures, more than two crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam till 6 pm on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Appeared in 61 Tests won by India. Only Sachin Tendulkar (72) and Virat Kohli (62) have been part of a winning XI on more occasions for India.

After scaling Mount 500, will Ashwin hunt Kumble's record?

After scaling Mount 500, will Ashwin hunt Kumble's record?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

R Ashwin is a content man after becoming only the second Indian to take 500 Test wickets and has no interest in chasing Anil Kumble's national record of 619 scalps.

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Cricket lovers across the globe flooded social media to celebrate the Indian cricket team and congratulate the Rohit Sharma-led squad on winning the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Kumble said that he does not feel that Jaiswal will change his aggressive approach in Australia, where India has won two back-to-back series.

Kumble reserves high praise for upcoming Indian batter

Kumble reserves high praise for upcoming Indian batter

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Sai Sudharsan looked orgainsed, certainly created impact: Anil Kumble

'He deserved a much better farewell'

'He deserved a much better farewell'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

With 765 international scalps in his bag, Ashwin is the second-highest wicket-taker from India after Anil Kumble.

My wife probably thought I was joking: Kumble on bowling with broken jaw

My wife probably thought I was joking: Kumble on bowling with broken jaw

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

The former India captain said even after breaking his jaw he felt it was his responsibility to get some wickets for the team.

Kumble@50: When Kumble played through pain

Kumble@50: When Kumble played through pain

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Kumble had been hit on the jaw by a Mervyn Dillon short-pitched delivery while batting in the first innings of the match.

Ashwin slams 'superstar culture' in Indian cricket

Ashwin slams 'superstar culture' in Indian cricket

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Former India spinner R Ashwin has called for a shift away from the superstar culture prevalent in Indian cricket, urging for a more grounded approach.

'He Wanted New Tricks To Be Learned'

'He Wanted New Tricks To Be Learned'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

'He pursued it, practised hard at it and continued to look for new things as his career progressed, to keep up with the times.'

'It wasn't injustice': Saha on Team India ouster

'It wasn't injustice': Saha on Team India ouster

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Wriddhiman Saha acknowledged that his axing from the national side under Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure in 2022.

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former chairman of selectors Sandeep Patil feels John Wright's approach of giving a free-hand to players led to his successful coaching stint with India

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

On Day 5 of the 3rd Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, Bumrah shook up Australia's top order early after lunch to carve his name in the annals of Indian cricket history.

'Stand up and applaud for one of the greatest all-rounders'

'Stand up and applaud for one of the greatest all-rounders'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Dinesh Karthik called Ashwin one of the greatest all-rounders from India, expressing his happiness for the player's achievement.

Chakravarthy a very unique bowler; has the ability: Kumble

Chakravarthy a very unique bowler; has the ability: Kumble

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Anil Kumble is happy that KKR leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy is back in his element having sorted his technical issues.

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

India included two debutants -- Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy -- while leaving out Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

Was Ashwin Really 'Humiliated'?

Was Ashwin Really 'Humiliated'?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin's father was taken by surprise at his son's sudden retirement from international cricket, hinting that he may have felt humiliated. What do you think?

Punjab Kings part ways with head coach Kumble

Punjab Kings part ways with head coach Kumble

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Punjab Kings failed to live up to expectations under Anil Kumble, finishing in the lower half of the points table in the two seasons of IPL under him.

Ashwin opens about farewell Test

Ashwin opens about farewell Test

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'I want to play more cricket. Where is the place? Obviously not in the Indian dressing room but from somewhere else. I want to be honest with the game.'

Mumbai's Kotian to fill Ashwin's shoes in Australia

Mumbai's Kotian to fill Ashwin's shoes in Australia

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Kotian has fond memories of the Melbourne Cricket Ground where he scored 44 batting at No. 8 for India A and looked the part.

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

One of the reasons why bowlers are rarely considered captains is because they are more susceptible to injuries than batters, argues Vishal Menon.

SEE: Ashwin's Fun Side

SEE: Ashwin's Fun Side

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ashwin was seen taking bowling lessons of the support staff in an indoor net facility.