News for '-men-in-blue'

Can India end trophy drought at Asia Cup?

Can India end trophy drought at Asia Cup?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

India look to snap five-year trophy-less streak against Theekshana-less Lanka

Rohit scripts new captaincy record...

Rohit scripts new captaincy record...

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

After taking over the captaincy from Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma took the Men in Blue to victory against New Zealand, West Indies, Sri Lanka, and now England.

Why KL Rahul holds the key to India's Asia Cup glory

Why KL Rahul holds the key to India's Asia Cup glory

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Bangar delved into the critical consideration of KL Rahul's involvement as a wicketkeeper-batsman and how this strategic decision aligns with India's quest for balance

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

It is a tribute to a system so robustly meritocratic that this team represents India's diversity better than any other institution: The Union Cabinet, our chief ministers, the civil services, the leadership of our armed forces and security agencies, the judiciary and more than all of these, our typical newsroom. That is the biggest message from this breathless rise of Indian cricket, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

India will require Pakistan to lose both games

India will require Pakistan to lose both games

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

And the Men in Blue will need to beat Afghanistan by a big margin on Thursday.

Will India repeat the magic of Gabba?

Will India repeat the magic of Gabba?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

With Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane unbeaten at the end of the penultimate day of the WTC Final, will India pull off another stunning win?

REWIND: India's 7-0 record vs Pakistan in ODI World Cup!

REWIND: India's 7-0 record vs Pakistan in ODI World Cup!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Will India extend their run to make it 8-0? Or will Pakistan be able to snap the streak?

Bhuvneshwar looking forward to getting back stronger

Bhuvneshwar looking forward to getting back stronger

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar said that he will be looking forward to 'getting back stronger physically and with my bowling'

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

A look at 7 memorable moments of World Cup 2023.

The BEST Cricketers Of 2023

The BEST Cricketers Of 2023

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

A look at some of the best players of this year.

'It's been an honour to captain India; I gave my best'

'It's been an honour to captain India; I gave my best'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Virat Kohli hints that Rohit Sharma will be his "successor" as India's next T20I captain.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Set These Records On Debut

Yashasvi Jaiswal Set These Records On Debut

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal stole the limelight with a classy century on Day 2 of the first Test on Thursday.

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Rahul Dravid noted that the win was a landmark moment for women's cricket.

Asian Champions Trophy: India maul China 7-2; Malaysia down Pakistan

Asian Champions Trophy: India maul China 7-2; Malaysia down Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

While India downed China, Ashari struck twice in Malaysia's 3-1 win over Pakistan.

Here's how SKY prepared for Australia's fast, bouncy pitches

Here's how SKY prepared for Australia's fast, bouncy pitches

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Suryakumar Yadav said that playing in Mumbai, which has fast and bouncy surfaces helped him adjust to conditions in Australia which has similar surfaces.

Hardik is a superstar: Kane Williamson

Hardik is a superstar: Kane Williamson

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

'I have seen the talent these players have and there are plenty of superstars in that team'

Hardik's message to team after T20 WC disappointment

Hardik's message to team after T20 WC disappointment

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Have to cope like professionals: Hardik Pandya

Pant lone Indian in ICC Test team of 2022

Pant lone Indian in ICC Test team of 2022

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Iyer, Siraj in ODI Team of 2022

SKY Shines Bright At SCG!

SKY Shines Bright At SCG!

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Suryakumar ended the innings in grand style, flicking the final ball of the innings from pacer Logan van Beek over square leg for a six. That stunning shot also saw him race to his half-century from 25 balls.

Good opportunity for us to show our skills: Dhawan

Good opportunity for us to show our skills: Dhawan

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

'It will be a good exposure for the young players to come and play in New Zealand'

Did you see... 'different version of SKY'?

Did you see... 'different version of SKY'?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Suryakumar Yadav and captain Hardik Pandya held their nerves to guide India to a hard-fought six-wicket victory over New Zealand

India to tour Zimbabwe for three-match ODI series in August

India to tour Zimbabwe for three-match ODI series in August

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

KL Rahul is expected to lead the Indian side.

Suryakumar closes in on top T20I batter ranking

Suryakumar closes in on top T20I batter ranking

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Suryakumar jumped in front of Pakistan captain Babar Azam and into third place on the latest list of T20I rankings for batters

World Athletics: Golden double for Spain in 35km race walks

World Athletics: Golden double for Spain in 35km race walks

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Alvaro Martin and Maria Perez completed Spain's domination of the race walks at the World Athletics Championships on Thursday.

When Yuvraj was too hot to handle for England

When Yuvraj was too hot to handle for England

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

It was on this day, 14 years ago, when former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh scripted history in the shortest format as he smashed six sixes in an over against England in the first-ever T20I World Cup in 2007.

Indian cricket fraternity send Laxman Birthday greetings

Indian cricket fraternity send Laxman Birthday greetings

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Laxman represented Team India in 134 Tests, across which he scored 8,781 runs in 225 innings at an average of 45.97. 17 centuries and 56 half-centuries have come out of his bat, with the best score of 281.

Here's how India is preparing for T20 World Cup

Here's how India is preparing for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

India to face Aus, SA at home for final preparation of men's T20 World Cup

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Rajput said that India will miss pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home, if he is ruled out of the event through injury.

'We know how lethal Shami can be, you saw what he did'

'We know how lethal Shami can be, you saw what he did'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

Mohammed Shami defended 11 runs in the final over to hand India a 6-run victory over Australia in a warm-up match.

'A lot was made of me not winning ICC tourneys'

'A lot was made of me not winning ICC tourneys'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

'What we ended up achieving as a team and the cultural change, for me that is always going to be a matter of pride because tournaments happen for a certain period of time but a culture happens over a long period of time, and for that you need consistency, for that you need more character than just winning a tournament.'

Relaxed Team India enjoy dinner at 'British Raj'

Relaxed Team India enjoy dinner at 'British Raj'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Earlier in the tournament, the Indian team had some issues with the kind of menu that was decided by the ICC. It didn't suit the players' tastebuds.

Pant or DK? Who will feature in Pathan's playing XI

Pant or DK? Who will feature in Pathan's playing XI

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Irfan Pathan predicts playing XI for India in T20 World Cup

Why Team India need to have a stable captain...

Why Team India need to have a stable captain...

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

'The position of the captain had been really unstable in the last few months'

Axar Patel says in-form Virat is India's talisman

Axar Patel says in-form Virat is India's talisman

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

"Sometimes as a bowler, a batter is able to take his chances against you and get success. I saw videos with our bowling coach and my line and length were good, except for one ball. Sometimes, you get beat on good balls. But if you keep thinking about this, you will never make a comeback," he added.

Short break between IPL, T20 World Cup could have helped: Bharat Arun

Short break between IPL, T20 World Cup could have helped: Bharat Arun

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

India bowling coach Bharat Arun on Sunday said that the toss is playing a very big role in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, and the team chasing is having an undue advantage as bowling with the wet ball is really tough in the second innings.

Vote! Who will win the fourth T20I?

Vote! Who will win the fourth T20I?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

England lead the series 2-1.

Rohit Sharma lauds Jadeja's knock following T20I win

Rohit Sharma lauds Jadeja's knock following T20I win

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma lauded all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's knock, calling it a 'brilliant one under pressure'

'Your spirit is inspiring; we are proud of you'

'Your spirit is inspiring; we are proud of you'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

Following the massive win, congratulations poured in for the champions from all quarters with Sachin Tendulkar leading the nation in wishing the players.

Will try and upset 'favourites' India: Shakib Al Hasan

Will try and upset 'favourites' India: Shakib Al Hasan

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Shakib Al Hasan hailed India as favourites and mentioned that his team would try to create an upset

Must India Retain Same XI For South Africa?

Must India Retain Same XI For South Africa?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for their T20 World Cup match against South Africa on Sunday?