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ODI Rankings: Gill on top but Kohli is closing in

ODI Rankings: Gill on top but Kohli is closing in

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli continues to prove why he is one of the greatest ODI batters of all time, moving up to the fourth spot with 747 rating points in the latest ICC ODI rankings.

I've outdone my expectations: Head

I've outdone my expectations: Head

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

After Australia were reduced to 75 for 3, Steve Smith steadied the innings, providing much-needed runs, while Head powered his way to a second consecutive Test century, continuing his prolific form against India.

Head gets the nod over Konstas for Sri Lanka Test opener

Head gets the nod over Konstas for Sri Lanka Test opener

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Travis Head impressed in Australia's 2023 tour of India showing his proficiency against spin

'It is about being positive': How Head survived Bumrah spell

'It is about being positive': How Head survived Bumrah spell

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Travis Head conceded that he was immensely fortunate to survive a fine spell from Jasprit Bumrah on the Day 2 of the third Test in Brisbane on Sunday.

Steve Smith run-out my best ever: Jadeja

Steve Smith run-out my best ever: Jadeja

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was ecstatic after running Steve Smith out with a direct hit in the ongoing third Test against Australia, calling it his "best ever" fielding effort which he can watch any number of times.

Smith praises bowlers after Aus make semis

Smith praises bowlers after Aus make semis

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Australian opener Matthew Short suffered an injury while fielding but he returned to open the batting and Smith said he could take a few days to recover.

Smith one of the greats of the game: Bumrah

Smith one of the greats of the game: Bumrah

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

India's champion pacer says bowling to Steve Smith has always been a challenge.

Drop Labuschagne for Adelaide Test: Johnson

Drop Labuschagne for Adelaide Test: Johnson

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Former pacer Mitchell Johnson reckons that Australia should drop out-of-form Marnus Labuschagne from the playing XI for the day-night Adelaide Test against India.

Babar who? Kamran steps up with stunning ton

Babar who? Kamran steps up with stunning ton

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Nasser Hussain hailed Pakistan's debutant batter Kamran Ghulam for his century during the second Test against Three Lions at Multa

Get some batting tips from Steve Smith

Get some batting tips from Steve Smith

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Steve Smith posted a video of himself on Instagram doing some cricket practice and he captioned the post as: "Just a little bit of #isobatting to keep up the hand-eye coordination #cricketdrill #stayhome #stayactive".

Dew factor: Will it decide Aus vs SA clash?

Dew factor: Will it decide Aus vs SA clash?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Australia and South Africa, two teams renowned for their batting prowess, will go head-to-head in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, aiming to secure a place in the Champions Trophy semifinals.

Why Australia should leave Virat Kohli alone

Why Australia should leave Virat Kohli alone

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Former all-rounder Shane Watson has advised the Australian team to avoid getting into confrontations with Virat Kohli in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Steve Waugh was seen in a shooting spree, taking shots of the Eden Gardens as well as those of the Bengal-Ranji fixture.

'Haas Ke Baat Nahi Karna Inse'

'Haas Ke Baat Nahi Karna Inse'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The opening day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground saw its share of thrilling moments, the stump mic provided a unique insight into the intensity within the Indian camp.

Asalanka hits century as Sri Lanka down depleted Australia

Asalanka hits century as Sri Lanka down depleted Australia

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka led by example and smashed a belligerent hundred to set up a 49-run victory over a depleted Australia.

Lyon donates Kohli, Bumrah, Ashwin bats for charity

Lyon donates Kohli, Bumrah, Ashwin bats for charity

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nathan Lyon donates bats signed by Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah to support cricketers with disability

Massive setback for Aus ahead of Champions Trophy

Massive setback for Aus ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Cummins, Hazlewood ruled out of Champions Trophy.

Warner urges Aussie stars to 'be brave' like Konstas

Warner urges Aussie stars to 'be brave' like Konstas

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Lavishing praise on young Sam Konstas, former opener David Warner has urged Australia's senior players to adopt a similar aggressive approach when facing Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah

Bumrah's injury scare: A moment of panic for India

Bumrah's injury scare: A moment of panic for India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Bumrah, who claimed an eight-wicket match haul in India's 295-run win in the series opener, showed signs of discomfort while bowling the 81st over of Australia's innings.

Blow for Australia! Captain Cummins set to miss Champions Trophy

Blow for Australia! Captain Cummins set to miss Champions Trophy

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins is all but ruled out of the Champions Trophy while fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood is also a doubt for the tournament.

Cummins disappointed with rain-ruined Test

Cummins disappointed with rain-ruined Test

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Australian captain Pat Cummins expressed disappointment over the rain interruptions that prevented a decisive result.

'Chainsawed at 9999': Smith on brutal SCG pitch

'Chainsawed at 9999': Smith on brutal SCG pitch

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Steve Smith has said he had never encountered a wicket like the one at the SCG

What Australia needs to be a truly great Test team...

What Australia needs to be a truly great Test team...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Australia's success has been compared with some of the nation's great Test teams led by Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting.

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai robbed Pakistan of the honour of hosting the final and disrupted the schedule of the knockout matches.

Captain America: Brave New World Review: Nothing New

Captain America: Brave New World Review: Nothing New

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Brave New World deviates from the Marvel template and takes a route of a paranoid thriller with a politically charged narrative, observes Mayur Sanap.

Cummins returns, but who's missing from Aus CT squad?

Cummins returns, but who's missing from Aus CT squad?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Pat Cummins will captain Australia at the Champions Trophy after being named in a preliminary 15-man squad also featuring fellow quick Josh Hazlewood on Tuesday.

Who Will Open For Australia Vs India?

Who Will Open For Australia Vs India?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Steve Smith hasn't enjoyed an ideal start in his new role as as opener, with 171 runs from four Tests at an average of 28.

'Konstas tore MCC coaching manual to shreds'

'Konstas tore MCC coaching manual to shreds'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Sam Konstas had the Indian camp in disbelief with his bold ramp shots off Bumrah

'Kohli vs Smith battle key to Border-Gavaskar Trophy'

'Kohli vs Smith battle key to Border-Gavaskar Trophy'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Virat Kohli and Steve Smith have indulged in fiery on field exchanges early in their careers but their relationship has evolved in recent times.

Following Vijender's footsteps! Boxer Dev turns pro

Following Vijender's footsteps! Boxer Dev turns pro

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

World championship bronze medallist Indian boxer Nishant Dev has turned professional, bidding adieu to his amateur career.

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

Is less more? Will Smith follow 'Mr. Cricket's' advice?

Is less more? Will Smith follow 'Mr. Cricket's' advice?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Smith took a leaf out of Hussey's book and did not train on the day before the Adelaide Test, hoping to be fresh for a big score.

Will Rohit's captaincy lead India to victory at Gabba?

Will Rohit's captaincy lead India to victory at Gabba?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

With the series locked at 1-1, Brisbane could well decide the course of the rubber and whether Rohit's men would continue to be the master of their fate in the ongoing World Test Championship.

'Not the time to look back at Gabba 2021'

'Not the time to look back at Gabba 2021'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The Australian team doesn't have the time to think about India's incredible victory at the Gabba in 2021 and ahead of their face-off at the same venue almost four years later.

Australia trounce Sri Lanka by 9 wickets; sweep series

Australia trounce Sri Lanka by 9 wickets; sweep series

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Australia bowled out Sri Lanka for 231 in the hosts' second innings and then chased down the target of 75 losing the lone wicket of opener Travis Head.

Ponting tells Smith, Labuschagne to learn from Kohli

Ponting tells Smith, Labuschagne to learn from Kohli

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting advised struggling batters Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith to trust their game akin to star India batter Virat Kohli.

'India can win Champions Trophy despite Bumrah's absence'

'India can win Champions Trophy despite Bumrah's absence'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan believes India has a strong chance to win the Champions Trophy despite the absence of Jasprit Bumrah.

Australia's top order in crisis: Can they bounce back?

Australia's top order in crisis: Can they bounce back?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

The entire Australian top-order that is feeling the "pressure" despite the series-levelling win in Adelaide

PIX: Lyon, Boland frustrate India after Bumrah show

PIX: Lyon, Boland frustrate India after Bumrah show

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Images from Day 4 of the fourth Test between Australia and India at the MCG on Sunday.

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

IMAGES from Day 5 of the 3rd Test played at The Gabba in Brisbane on Wednesday.