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Bumrah and Pant apologised to me: Bavuma

Bumrah and Pant apologised to me: Bavuma

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma revealed that he received an apology from Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant for an offensive comment during the Kolkata Test.

What Bavuma said on coach Conrad's 'grovel' remarks

What Bavuma said on coach Conrad's 'grovel' remarks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma downplayed Shukri Conrad's controversial remarks that he wanted India to "really grovel".

'Wrong Word, Wrong Time': Gavaskar Slams Conrad

'Wrong Word, Wrong Time': Gavaskar Slams Conrad

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Shukri Conrad's 'grovel' remark has sparked an unexpected storm, and Sunil Gavaskar has stepped in with a sharp reminder: South African cricket has long been supported and in many ways sustained -- by India

'We wanted India to grovel...' SA coach adds insult to injury

'We wanted India to grovel...' SA coach adds insult to injury

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

We wanted India to grovel: SA coach Shukri Conrad creates a stir

Tony Greig diagnosed with cancer

Tony Greig diagnosed with cancer

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

Former England cricket captain Tony Greig has been diagnosed with a form of lung cancer and will undergo medical tests later this week to determine at what stage the disease is at the moment.

Tony Greig remembered during SCG Test

Tony Greig remembered during SCG Test

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

In a tribute to late cricketer-turned-commentator Tony Greig, who passed away after suffering from a heart attack last week, Australian captain Michael Clarke wore his signature neckerchief while leading his team onto the field in the second Test against Sri Lanka which started IN Sydney on Thursday.

Former England captain Tony Greig dies

Former England captain Tony Greig dies

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Former England cricket captain and noted commentator Tony Greig has passed away on Saturday. The 66-year former cricket was suffering from lung cancer.

ICC mourn sad demise of Tony Greig

ICC mourn sad demise of Tony Greig

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

The ICC has offered its deep condolences on the sad demise of former England captain and celebrated commentator Tony Greig, who passed away after losing his battle with lung cancer in Sydney on Saturday.

Resting Tendulkar, Hussey is a disgrace: Tony Greig

Resting Tendulkar, Hussey is a disgrace: Tony Greig

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Former England captain Tony Greig has labelled the decision to rest Sachin Tendulkar and Mike Hussey during Sunday's cricket tri-series match between India and Australia as a "disgrace".

Tony Greig and controversy were never far apart

Tony Greig and controversy were never far apart

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Former England captain Tony Greig, one of the architects of cricket's World Series revolution in the 1970s, died at the age of 66 after suffering a heart attack at his Sydney home on Saturday.

Time to adopt a path of honour: Tony Greig

Time to adopt a path of honour: Tony Greig

Rediff.com14 Sep 2003

The former England captain said cricketers should be honest enough and walk off if they feel they are out.

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A look at India's narrowest victories by run margin -- games that tested nerves, showcased grit, and etched unforgettable drama into Test history.

Farewell to the 'godfather' of modern cricket

Farewell to the 'godfather' of modern cricket

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

The cricket world paid tribute to former England Test skipper and broadcaster Tony Greig, remembering him as "the godfather of modern cricket" due to his influence in shaping the game.

Chandrashekhar goes back in time to Bishan Bedi's best spell

Chandrashekhar goes back in time to Bishan Bedi's best spell

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'He was a terrific bowler. His use of crease and angles were just stunning. Batsmen often were made nervous by the prospect of facing him, he had just about every trick up his sleeve, not to mention his flight'

Boycott remembers fearless, combative, gentle giant Greig

Boycott remembers fearless, combative, gentle giant Greig

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

England great Geoffrey Boycott has paid tribute to former teammate and renowned television commentator Tony Greig, who passed away recently with a suspended heart attack, saying the former captain was a fearless gentle giant.

When England Stunned India!

When England Stunned India!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Ben Stokes and his team-mates have their task cut out as they look to emulate Alastair Cook-led England's historic India series win in 2012.

Ian Chappell calls time on commentary career

Ian Chappell calls time on commentary career

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

The 78-year-old former Australia skipper, globally known for his intelligent views on the game and straight talk, became part of a distinctive voices team that backgrounded broadcasts of Australian cricket for more than three decades, alongside Richie Benaud, Bill Lawry and Tony Greig.

3rd Test: Thirimanne misses maiden ton; Bird soars

3rd Test: Thirimanne misses maiden ton; Bird soars

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Australia's four-pronged pace attack overcame spirited resistance from Lahiru Thirimanne and Mahela Jayawardene before dismissing Sri Lanka for 294 to end the opening day of the third Test against Australia on Thursday.

BCCI is pre-occupied with money and T20: Greig

BCCI is pre-occupied with money and T20: Greig

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

Former England captain Tony Greig has slammed the BCCI for sacrificing the spirit of the game for financial gains by promoting Twenty20 cricket instead of Test matches and for opposing the universal application of the controversial Decision Review System.

Bradman and some humorous anecdotes

Bradman and some humorous anecdotes

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Bishen Singh Bedi, who led the Indian team to Australia in 1977-78, revealed an interesting incident that proved Bradman's supreme command over the willow.

'Eden Gardens looks and sounds like a morgue'

'Eden Gardens looks and sounds like a morgue'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2011

Former England captain Tony Greig likened the historic Eden Gardens to a 'morgue' when the India-West Indies Test match began with just 1000 spectators in attendance on Monday. Classy Indian batsman Rahul Dravid too felt the old 'magic' was missing at the venue.

'End India's domination to set ICC right'

'End India's domination to set ICC right'

Rediff.com17 May 2011

Ending India's "domination" of the ICC and dismissing the "nonsense" idea of having a window for the IPL would top Tony Greig's agenda if the former England captain is given charge of cricket's world governing body.

Greg, Jones to do ICL commentary

Greg, Jones to do ICL commentary

Rediff.com24 Nov 2007

The Indian Cricket League (ICL) has roped in six former cricketers -- including Tony Greig and Dean Jones -- as commentators for the rebel Twenty20 tournament starting November 30 in Panchkula

Warne, McGrath in talks with Indian Cricket League

Warne, McGrath in talks with Indian Cricket League

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

With former England captain Tony Greig acting as conduit, both the retired players are in negotiation with the ICL.

'Modi has just inherited Dalmiya's plans'

'Modi has just inherited Dalmiya's plans'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2008

Former England captain Tony Greig on what the Indian Cricket League is about, where the BCCI's Indian Premier League is likely headed, and why he would love to have the Indian team play in the ICL but can't.

The numbers game - 1st Test, Day 3

The numbers game - 1st Test, Day 3

Rediff.com14 Dec 2008

England opener Andrew Strauss became only the seventh opening batsman to score a hundred and a fifty in the same match against India in India.

Malaysia tri-series on Zee Sports

Malaysia tri-series on Zee Sports

Rediff.com5 Sep 2006

The telecast of the day-night matches will commence at 1230 IST.

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

One of cricket's greatest players passed into the ages on Monday. Rediff.com salutes the legend.

Australia team among mourners at Hookes funeral

Australia team among mourners at Hookes funeral

Rediff.com27 Jan 2004

Australia captain Ricky Ponting and his team were among an estimated 15,000 mourners who gathered to pay their respects at the funeral of David Hookes at the Adelaide Oval.

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Ashes is steeped in tradition but India versus Australia Test matches are bound by emotion.

Praise pours in for Smith

Praise pours in for Smith

Rediff.com5 Aug 2003

The former South African captain has been proving all those who dared to doubt him, wrong.

Stop getting on Bajji's case

Stop getting on Bajji's case

Rediff.com22 Dec 2002

PHOTOS: Crawley, Buttler, Anderson leave Pakistan in a mess

PHOTOS: Crawley, Buttler, Anderson leave Pakistan in a mess

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Zak Crawley and Jos Buttler shared a record partnership and James Anderson grabbed three wickets to put England in total control at the close on the second day of the third and final Test against Pakistan on Saturday. Images from Day 2 of the third and final Test.

Ian Chappell reveals battle with cancer

Ian Chappell reveals battle with cancer

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

'I've had multiple skin cancers cut off, burnt off and every other way you can get rid of them. You get to 70 and you start to think, 'Christ, it's getting near the end now.' But I saw my mother, Jeanne near the end and she'd come to grips with death, and that's probably when I thought, 'shit, this is something you need to deal with'.'

Ishant incident: Why didn't Kohli play mediator?

Ishant incident: Why didn't Kohli play mediator?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

'No, you don't require tantrums, or beating a tattoo on the helmet or rude and hostile gestures to make a point.' 'A true fast bowler lets the ball do the talking as it crashes into the stumps,' says veteran sports commentator Kishore Bhimani.

Attention on helmets after Hughes tragedy

Attention on helmets after Hughes tragedy

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

A week ago, cricket was considered one of the safest games in the world, a sport that anyone can play without any real fear for their safety.

Review Sachin A Billion Dreams: SACH is Life

Review Sachin A Billion Dreams: SACH is Life

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Diehard Tendulkar fan actress Saiyami Kher reviews Sachin A Billion Dreams. A Rediff.com Exclusive!

A cricket feature to make you smile

A cricket feature to make you smile

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Rajneesh Gupta lists some amazing coincidences in cricket -- a feature guaranteed to amuse you in these anxious times.