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Umran Malik to replace injured Shami for Bangladesh ODIs

Umran Malik to replace injured Shami for Bangladesh ODIs

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The fast bowler could also miss the upcoming two-Test series, beginning in Chittagong on December 14.

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'I certainly think India can play a leading role in helping us resolve the Russia-Ukraine crisis. India obviously has an old relationship with Russia'

Taimur Watches His First ODI

Taimur Watches His First ODI

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

A fourth generation member of cricket's Pataudi family watches the game at the Oval.

Why Shakib Refused To Leave Field

Why Shakib Refused To Leave Field

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Those who watched the DRS were convinced that Shakib was a victim of an umpiring error.

Bidens to host intimate dinner for Modi before 'hot ticket' state dinner

Bidens to host intimate dinner for Modi before 'hot ticket' state dinner

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

According to the official, who spoke on conditions of anonymity, on June 23, there will be a lunch at the Foggy Bottom headquarters of the State Department hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and the Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

A look at India's follies that led to Oval disaster!

A look at India's follies that led to Oval disaster!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

India's hopes of breaking their ICC trophy drought after 2013, remained unfulfilled as Australia handed them a crushing loss at the WTC Final.

PIX: The Aussies inside the world's biggest stadium

PIX: The Aussies inside the world's biggest stadium

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

More than 110,000 people are expected on the opening day at the world's largest cricket stadium

Kohli sustains groin strain; set to miss 1st ODI vs England

Kohli sustains groin strain; set to miss 1st ODI vs England

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

Out-of-form batter Virat Kohli is likely to miss the first ODI against England at the Oval on Tuesday after sustaining a groin strain during the third and final T20 International.

Is Indian American Nikki Haley running for US prez? Stay tuned, she says

Is Indian American Nikki Haley running for US prez? Stay tuned, she says

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Prominent Indian-American Republican leader Nikki Haley has said that she thinks she can be the "new leader" who can take the country in a new direction and the United States cannot have a second term under Joe Biden as president.

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Rediff.com10 May 2023

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the upcoming visit will affirm the deep and close partnership between the United States and India.

Decoded! How Australia Emerged World Test Champions

Decoded! How Australia Emerged World Test Champions

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald feels their 'sub-continent journey' helped them triumph in the World Test Championship final against India.

PIX: Khawaja hits century as Australia defy India on Day 1

PIX: Khawaja hits century as Australia defy India on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Usman Khawaja smashed the first century by an Australia batter in the current series against India to steer the tourists to 255/4 after the opening day of the fourth and final Test.

Is this why Saha was not picked for WTC final?

Is this why Saha was not picked for WTC final?

Rediff.com30 May 2023

IPL had paved the way for Ajinkya Rahane's Test comeback after more than a year, but it was not the case for wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha.

VOTE! Will Indian Pacers Bowl England Out Soon?

VOTE! Will Indian Pacers Bowl England Out Soon?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Can Jasprit Bumrah-Umesh Yadav-Mohammed Siraj-Shardul Thakur restrict England to a low total on Day 2?

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Akhtar who is currently playing in the Legends League Masters in Qatar, also wants that India and Pakistan to play in the finals of the Asia Cup and World Cup.

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader': Biden

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader': Biden

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader', who will bring expertise, experience, and innovation to the position of World Bank President, United States President Joe Biden has said after the top Indian-American business executive was confirmed as the new head of the international lender.

The story of Mukesh Kumar: 'Dream is now in front of me'

The story of Mukesh Kumar: 'Dream is now in front of me'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Fiesty Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar knows well what it takes to be selected for the Indian Test team.

Williamson steers NZ to dramatic win; ends Sri Lanka's WTC hopes

Williamson steers NZ to dramatic win; ends Sri Lanka's WTC hopes

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

New Zealand conjured up a remarkable victory for the second time in two weeks by chasing down a target of 285 runs on the final ball of the rain-shortened final day to beat Sri Lanka by two wickets.

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Back in the Press Briefing room on being commended for her questions to President Biden and the Indian prime minister, The Wall Street Journal's Sabrina Siddiqui responded, "You gotta do it."

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

While SA great Lance Klusener hailed Hardik Pandya as one of the best fast-bowling allrounders, he believes Pandya gave up on Test cricket too easily.

RCB coach believes Rohit's class will prevail in WTC despite IPL dips

RCB coach believes Rohit's class will prevail in WTC despite IPL dips

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Rohit has been enduring a second consecutive poor IPL season with the bat

Is Shardul Thakur ignored in KKR squad?

Is Shardul Thakur ignored in KKR squad?

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Shardul Thakur allayed concerns over his fitness, saying he has been under bowled in the IPL

Bumrah, Rohit among Wisden's five 'Cricketers of the Year'

Bumrah, Rohit among Wisden's five 'Cricketers of the Year'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Bumrah starred for India in their visit to England last summer.

No Pressure, Only Pride: Dravid's take on India's WTC Final journey

No Pressure, Only Pride: Dravid's take on India's WTC Final journey

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Dravid insisted his team is not feeling any pressure going into the World Test Championship final against Australia.

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will be the chief guest at this year's Republic Day celebrations.

How Rohit was made to work hard for his century

How Rohit was made to work hard for his century

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Australia made Rohit Sharma 'work hard' for his 120-run knock

Day 3 Belonged to The Hitman

Day 3 Belonged to The Hitman

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists all the important numbers from day three of the Oval Test.

Talent or Favouritism? The curious case of KL Rahul!

Talent or Favouritism? The curious case of KL Rahul!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

KL Rahul has been undergoing a lean patch, but his place in the Indian line-up isn't under any threat. Is it favouritism or talent?

Rohit must be getting support from BCCI: Harbhajan

Rohit must be getting support from BCCI: Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Harbhajan has expressed his massive displeasure with the "lack of respect" for the Saurashtra man and the fact that the yardstick to judge performances hasn't been same for every senior player.

India have never lost a Test after setting a 368 target

India have never lost a Test after setting a 368 target

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Rajneesh Gupta gives us all the important numbers from Day 4 of the 4th Test,

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The first state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US is likely to be a defining moment for Indo-US relationship and both sides are working on a robust outcome document that may take up matters that would decide the contour of the bilateral ties for decades to come, according to people familiar with the planning of the high-profile trip.

Rohit has not asked for rest: MI coach

Rohit has not asked for rest: MI coach

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

Boucher admitted that Mumbai Indians have gone back to the drawing board to discuss their death overs bowling, after conceding 96 runs in the last five overs against Punjab Kings followed by 70 runs off four overs against Gujarat Titans to end up on the losing side in both the games.

Ukraine is alive and kicking: Zelensky tells US Congress

Ukraine is alive and kicking: Zelensky tells US Congress

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Zelenskyy gave a message of hope for the Ukrainian people during his address to the Congress, saying the Russians "use everything" against cities such as Bakhmut but Ukraine "never surrenders".

Saw White House from outside: Modi recalls US visit decades ago

Saw White House from outside: Modi recalls US visit decades ago

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The constitution of both countries begins with the "three words -- We the People -- as President Biden just mentioned", said Modi, who is on his first state visit to the US.

WTC final: Milestones to watch out for...

WTC final: Milestones to watch out for...

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Team India is all set to take on Australia in the final of the ICC World Test Championship final from Wednesday at The Oval and this 'Ultimate Test' also brings with it a set of milestones that players can establish during the course of the match.

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Shubman Gill is pegged as the next big thing in Indian cricket having quickly risen to top in all formats. But how does the youngster handle the immense pressure?

Dravid, Laxman to chalk out India's plans for WTC final

Dravid, Laxman to chalk out India's plans for WTC final

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Head coach Rahul Dravid and his team will assemble at the National Cricket Academy on Tuesday to start preparations for the World Test Championship final in June.

Axar Patel reveals his batting mantra against spinners

Axar Patel reveals his batting mantra against spinners

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

Axar Patel reveals his batting mantra against spinners

'China's aggression, Russian's unreliability, convinced India to value US'

'China's aggression, Russian's unreliability, convinced India to value US'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

'India's specific concerns about whether Russia will be a reliable defense supplier and diplomatic partner in the event of heightened hostilities with China has undoubtedly accelerated the process of US-India defense and intelligence cooperation intended to support Indian military positions along the Line of Actual Control.'

First day of England v South Africa washed out

First day of England v South Africa washed out

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

England won the toss and put South Africa in to bat only for a shower to sweep in and put a stop to proceedings