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Chahal Takes A Stunner!

Chahal Takes A Stunner!

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Yuzvendra Chahal, not normally known for his fielding, took a superb catch to leave his Rajasthan Royals' team-mates pleasantly surprised.

IPL 2024: Another day another feather in Kohli's hat!

IPL 2024: Another day another feather in Kohli's hat!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

The cricketer with most catches in T20 cricket is former West Indies cricketer Kieron Pollard with 362 catches to his name.

Why Sanju Samson holds key in South Africa

Why Sanju Samson holds key in South Africa

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

AB de Villiers shared insights on Sanju Samson's inclusion

'I made a mistake, I took Reeva's life,' Pistorius tells South African court

'I made a mistake, I took Reeva's life,' Pistorius tells South African court

Rediff.com9 Apr 2014

Facing questioning from prosecutor Gerrie Nel for the first time in his murder trial, the double amputee Olympic and Paralympic sprinter admitted killing Reeva Steenkamp at his home on February 14 last year but said "I made a mistake".

PICS: England set for thumping win in Anderson farewell

PICS: England set for thumping win in Anderson farewell

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 2 of the first Test between England and the West Indies, at Lord's, London, on Thursday.

'The South Africans have lots of demons in their heads'

'The South Africans have lots of demons in their heads'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

'Batting against spin bowling you need to have your own individual plan. You can't go into a match saying, "Oh, this wicket is going to spin this much".'

DC's power hitters vs KKR's star-studded lineup: Who will prevail?

DC's power hitters vs KKR's star-studded lineup: Who will prevail?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

For DC, the onus will be on Prithvi Shaw and veteran Australian David Warner to provide a solid start.

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Kirsten expects his Pakistan team to learn from errors

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'As a batting unit, you can't lose as many wickets as we are losing. Players have got to take responsibility when that opportunity comes.'

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

IPL PIX: Parag powers Royals to victory against Delhi

IPL PIX: Parag powers Royals to victory against Delhi

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Riyan Parag's attacking half-century set up a 12-run win for Rajasthan Royals against Delhi Capitals.

F1: Russell takes pole in British 1-2-3 at Silverstone

F1: Russell takes pole in British 1-2-3 at Silverstone

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

George Russell led Lewis Hamilton in a Mercedes front-row lockout in qualifying for the British Grand Prix on Saturday with McLaren's Lando Norris completing a rare one-two-three of home drivers.

The hard work over the years has paid off: Rohit

The hard work over the years has paid off: Rohit

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma says winning the T20 World Cup trophy on Saturday was something the team badly wanted.

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Dean Elgar's decision backfired as South Africa were bundled out for 55 in their first innings.

Hockey Wrap: Indian women enter final; Men beat hosts SA

Hockey Wrap: Indian women enter final; Men beat hosts SA

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

India registered a thrilling 6-3 win over South Africa to advance to the final of the FIH Hockey5s Women's World Cup in Muscat.

'Dhoni should lead CSK, not Gaikwad'

'Dhoni should lead CSK, not Gaikwad'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

CSK have won five titles under Dhoni's leadership and the two share a bond like no other.

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The Proteas began on a convincing note with the bat and remained safe at 29 for no loss at the lunch break.

RCB Vs SRH: Who Took Best Catch? Vote!

RCB Vs SRH: Who Took Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

It was a match where the bowlers and fielders didn't have much of a role to play.

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

In a career that spanned over 14 years, the calmness that Dhawan exuded on and off the field was one characteristic that set him apart from the other stalwarts of Indian cricket.

It's unbelievable batting with Kohli: Du Plessis

It's unbelievable batting with Kohli: Du Plessis

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Faf du Plessis says Virat Kohli's infectious energy, which easily rubs off on everyone, is the secret of the brilliant on-field and an equally fulfilling off-field equation he shares with the Indian superstar.

Samson, Rahul heat up wicketkeeper race for T20 WC

Samson, Rahul heat up wicketkeeper race for T20 WC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

The Indian squad for the marquee event in June is set to be announced soon and Rishabh Pant is set to be drafted in as the first-choice wicketkeeper-batter.

Keshav Maharaj Cheers Ram Mandir

Keshav Maharaj Cheers Ram Mandir

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

South African cricketer Keshav Maharaj, who has Indian roots, conveyed his heartfelt wishes ahead of the pran pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir on Monday.

Bumrah, Mandhana shine with ICC Player of the Month

Bumrah, Mandhana shine with ICC Player of the Month

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Jasprit Bumrah added another feather to his hat when he was on Tuesday named the 'ICC Men's Player of the Month for June'.

South African Domingo named Bangladesh head coach

South African Domingo named Bangladesh head coach

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Russell Domingo coached South Africa to the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup in 2014 and the 50-overs World Cup in 2015.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20 World Cup setup as well as what they need to do as a team in order to enjoy a successful tournament.

IPL 2024: Franklin set to replace Steyn as SRH bowling coach

IPL 2024: Franklin set to replace Steyn as SRH bowling coach

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Dale Steyn requested Sunrisers Hyderabad to give him a break for this season owing to personal reasons.

T20 World Cup: USA join India in Super Eight; Pak out

T20 World Cup: USA join India in Super Eight; Pak out

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Umpires called off the game when it returned after several inspections.

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 8s Group 2 match between South Africa and England at Gros Islet, St Lucia, on Friday.

Surya might have to sit out for a few more matches: BCCI source

Surya might have to sit out for a few more matches: BCCI source

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

World's number one T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav will skip a few more IPL matches as he continues to recover from a sports hernia surgery with the National Cricket Academy (NCA) keeping a watch on his progress.

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Does Riyan Parag get your vote?

AB de Villiers says Kohli MUST change his game or else!

AB de Villiers says Kohli MUST change his game or else!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

RCB has got off to a poor start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) this season, having lost three of their four matches.

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

South Africa will have no room for error as their world-class batters will be keen to flex their muscles against a spirited USA in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup.

South Africa strip Teeger of U-19 World Cup captaincy

South Africa strip Teeger of U-19 World Cup captaincy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

David Teeger spoke in support of Israeli soldiers at an awards ceremony in October.

FTAs, reviving exports to be commerce ministry's focus

FTAs, reviving exports to be commerce ministry's focus

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Another priority in the first 100 days could be the launch of an e-platform -- Trade Connect -- to help exporters connect with stakeholders of international trade.

IPL 2024: Captain Pandya's form mirrors MI's woes

IPL 2024: Captain Pandya's form mirrors MI's woes

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Hardik Pandya had a below-par season in IPL 2024, scoring 216 runs at an average of 18 and taking 11 wickets at an economy rate of 10.75.

Why Brian McMillan has stayed away from cricket

Why Brian McMillan has stayed away from cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Disillusioned with the 'politics' in South African cricket administration, Brian McMillan decided to stay away from the game.

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Sourav Ganguly lauded Rohit Sharma's leadership qualities for India's unbeaten run in the ongoing T20 World Cup final

South African bowlers glad to be back on friendly wickets

South African bowlers glad to be back on friendly wickets

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

A change from spin-friendly wickets in India to ones favouring seamers means South Africa's pace attack are keenly looking forward to the Test series against England, which starts on Saturday.

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The Proteas are not expected to tinker with their four-pronged pace attack comprising Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Ottneil Baartmen that has served them well in the tournament so far with Keshav Maharaj taking on the spin duties.

South Africa not 'scared' of playing in final, says Markram

South Africa not 'scared' of playing in final, says Markram

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Captain Aiden Markram urged his players to stay calm and not get 'scared' by the pressures of playing in a title clash.