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Perth Scorchers outclass Sydney Sixers, claim 6th BBL title

Perth Scorchers outclass Sydney Sixers, claim 6th BBL title

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Perth Scorchers win sixth BBL title after trouncing Sydney Sixers

Cricket Australia Eyes Big Bash League Match In India

Cricket Australia Eyes Big Bash League Match In India

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Cricket Australia is exploring the possibility of hosting a Big Bash League game in India to capitalize on the lucrative Indian market, potentially in Chennai.

Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said the team is ready for the Pakistan T20I series despite a short, interrupted build-up, calling the tour vital preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

'Bat anywhere': Connolly ready for IPL challenge

'Bat anywhere': Connolly ready for IPL challenge

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Punjab Kings' latest recruit Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly prides himself on being versatile and is open to batting at any position the team deems fit in his maiden IPL season next year.

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A versatile and dynamic Australian unit, without key pacer Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, who is likely to miss the early stages of the tournament, will be going into the T20 World Cup with hopes of going deep in the tournament.

Do You Wanna Partner Review: Charming

Do You Wanna Partner Review: Charming

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Do You Wanna Partner is frothy and funny without being loud or crude, which is something so many Indian comedies cannot manage, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines Indian picks in WBBL 10

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines Indian picks in WBBL 10

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Cricket Australia informed in a release that middle-order batter Rodrigues, a 'fan favourite' in Brisbane, was retained by the Brisbane Heat

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Manchester City gave Kevin De Bruyne a victory in his final appearance at Etihad Stadium, as Omar Marmoush scored a stunner in a 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth on Tuesday that saw them climb to third in the table.

Perth Scorchers thrash Sydney Sixers to bag 4th BBL crown

Perth Scorchers thrash Sydney Sixers to bag 4th BBL crown

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Batsman Daniel Hughes, returning from an ankle injury but still visibly restricted, top-scored with 42 before being run-out by Marsh, triggering a collapse which resulted in the side being bowled out for 92.

How Ponting and Shreyas Iyer helped Priyansh Arya

How Ponting and Shreyas Iyer helped Priyansh Arya

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Priyansh Arya, a 24-year-old Delhi Capitals batsman, recently made headlines after scoring a blistering century in the IPL.

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Sanju Samson fractures index finger, out of action for five to six weeks

Owen's fastest ton powers Hurricanes to 1st BBL title

Owen's fastest ton powers Hurricanes to 1st BBL title

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Mitch Owen blasted the Big Bash League's equal-fastest hundred on Monday to deliver Hobart Hurricanes their first T20 title

Why Marsh gets nervous to field at gully

Why Marsh gets nervous to field at gully

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'Hopefully the weather holds off, and then tomorrow it's just about coming in, having a crack, and see where we get to.'

Daredevils in semis after Scorchers trump Aces

Daredevils in semis after Scorchers trump Aces

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

Delhi Daredevils made it to the Champions League Twenty20 semi-finals after Auckland Aces, another contender, was beaten by 16 runs in their last group league game by Perth Scorchers, in Centurion, on Tuesday. Scorchers' victory meant Auckland Aces, with six points, were ousted, as Delhi (10 points) and Nashua Titans (8) occupy the top two slots.

Scorchers' Ronchi disappointed with rained out game

Scorchers' Ronchi disappointed with rained out game

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Australia's Perth Scorchers have opened their account in the Champions League Twenty20 after a poor start but wicketkeeper Luke Ronchi is disappointed that the two points have come because of a washout.

CLT20: Perth Scorchers gear up for Lions

CLT20: Perth Scorchers gear up for Lions

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

The Lions from South Africa will look ride on the performance of their captain Alviro Petersen to guide them to a better finish.

CLT20: Can Scorchers put a break on KKR's winning streak?

CLT20: Can Scorchers put a break on KKR's winning streak?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Following their 11-match winning streak, Kolkata Knight Riders will be aiming to keep their juggernaut rolling as they meet Perth Scorchers in their third Group A league match of the Champions League T20 in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Chennai look to shut out Scorchers in CLT20

Chennai look to shut out Scorchers in CLT20

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

Left disappointed after their Group A match of the Champions League Twenty20 was washed off without a single ball being bowled against Lahore Lions, Chennai Super Kings would be looking to shut out Perth Scorchers on Saturday to book their last-four spot.

Rudolph leads Titans to 39-run win over Scorchers

Rudolph leads Titans to 39-run win over Scorchers

Rediff.com13 Oct 2012

Jacques Rudolph led Titans' dominant all-round display with a 59-ball 83 to propel the home team to a convincing 39-run win over Perth Scorchers in the Champions League Twenty20 opener in Centurion.

Brian Lara to star for Australian Legends XI against Perth Scorchers

Brian Lara to star for Australian Legends XI against Perth Scorchers

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

West Indies legend Brian Lara will team up with some of Australia's finest players like Ricky Ponting, Matthew Hayden, Adam Gilchrist, Justin Langer and Glenn McGrath for the Australian Legends XI, which will take on Big Bash League champions Perth Scorchers in the Festival of Cricket match in Perth on Friday.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Perth Scorchers' Mitchell Marsh to miss CLT20 with injury

Perth Scorchers' Mitchell Marsh to miss CLT20 with injury

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

Perth Scorchers young gun Mitchell Marsh will not play in the Champions League T20 tournament in India after being ruled out with yet another hamstring injury.

Marsh cameo guides Scorchers to a thrilling win over Dolphins

Marsh cameo guides Scorchers to a thrilling win over Dolphins

Rediff.com20 Sep 2014

Mitchell Marsh hit successive sixes off the last two deliveries as Perth Scorchers from Australia beat South Africa's Dolphins by six wickets in a group league match of the Champions League T20 in Mohali on Saturday.

Scorchers tame Lions, pave way for Chennai's entry to CLT20 semis

Scorchers tame Lions, pave way for Chennai's entry to CLT20 semis

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Mitchell Marsh not only prevented Lahore Lions from making it to the semi-finals of the Champions League Twenty20, but also paved the way for Chennai Super Kings' entry into the last-four stage.

Shaun Marsh calls it quits

Shaun Marsh calls it quits

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Australia batter Shaun Marsh announced his retirement from professional cricket.

Gibbs raring to 'explode' for Scorchers at CLT20

Gibbs raring to 'explode' for Scorchers at CLT20

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Former South African opener Herschelle Gibbs says he is ready to 'explode' during the Champions League Twenty20 main tournament which starts on Saturday in Centurion.

Stonis expects captain Marsh to get creative when situations demand

Stonis expects captain Marsh to get creative when situations demand

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Under his captaincy, Australia have entered the Super Eight stage at the ongoing T20 World Cup on the back of an unbeaten run in the group stage.

Mayank Yadav: India's next pace sensation?

Mayank Yadav: India's next pace sensation?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

21-year-old fast bowler Mayank Yadav announced himself on the biggest stage, the IPL, with a fiery debut for the Lucknow Super Giants.

It's a do-or-die for KKR against Perth Scorchers

It's a do-or-die for KKR against Perth Scorchers

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

With their backs to wall, a desperate Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Perth Scorchers in a do-or-die penultimate group league encounter in the Champions League T20 in Durban on Wednesday.

Women's BBL: Harris smashes six with broken bat

Women's BBL: Harris smashes six with broken bat

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Australia's Grace Harris broke her bat into two pieces when smashing one delivery for six in the Women's Big Bash League T20 match.

CL T20: Auckland seek win against Scorchers to stay alive

CL T20: Auckland seek win against Scorchers to stay alive

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

A semi-final berth seems like a distant possibility for Auckland Aces but the New Zealand side will look to keep itself in the calculations by taming the demoralised Perth Scorchers when the two teams lock horns in their final round-robin Champions League Twenty20 match in Centurion on Tuesday.

Thakur Bruised, But Not Beaten!

Thakur Bruised, But Not Beaten!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

The gritty fighter from Palghar soldiered on.

IPL PIX: Stoinis slams century as LSG clinch record win!

IPL PIX: Stoinis slams century as LSG clinch record win!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the IPL 2024 match between Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday.

How does Livingstone balance playing for leagues and English white-ball commitments?

How does Livingstone balance playing for leagues and English white-ball commitments?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

He is an acclaimed T20 freelancer but white ball commitments for England is still a priority for Liam Livingstone, one of the world's most destructive batters in the shortest format.

EPL: Obiang, Son net scorchers as Spurs draw with West Ham

EPL: Obiang, Son net scorchers as Spurs draw with West Ham

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

Tottenham Hotspur endured a night of frustration against London rivals West Ham United but were spared a shock defeat as Son Heung-min salvaged a 1-1 draw with a stunning late equaliser at Wembley on Thursday.

FIFA WC: Cameroon looking for a beautiful victory

FIFA WC: Cameroon looking for a beautiful victory

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

"Cameroon have beaten Brazil before, yes. So it's not completely out there," Song said.

Is This The Latest Sari Trend?

Is This The Latest Sari Trend?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma picks some of its best known sari appearances.

Langer appointed as head coach of Lucknow Super Giants; Flower departs

Langer appointed as head coach of Lucknow Super Giants; Flower departs

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Flower had joined the Australian camp as consultant ahead of the World Test Championship final against India last month.

WBBL: Shafali, Radha shine in Sydney Sixers' win

WBBL: Shafali, Radha shine in Sydney Sixers' win

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

Apart from Shafali's knock, Sixers skipper Ellyse Perry hit 27 runs off 33 balls as they reached 129 for five in 19.3 overs.

Stokes calls for DRS in BBL after Marsh's controversial dismissal

Stokes calls for DRS in BBL after Marsh's controversial dismissal

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'Why on earth aren't all competitions using DRS'