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KKR skipper Rahane shares what clicked vs DC

KKR skipper Rahane shares what clicked vs DC

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

He's a champion bowler: Rahane hails Narine's game-changing spell

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Here are how the bowlers fared in Guwahati...

IPL 2025: KKR, Rajasthan Royals aim to bounce back after rough start

IPL 2025: KKR, Rajasthan Royals aim to bounce back after rough start

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The common theme in their opening game defeats was how the seemingly powerful batting and bowling units of KKR and RR failed to fire.

IPL: KKR, Rajasthan search for wins as they lock horns

IPL: KKR, Rajasthan search for wins as they lock horns

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The common theme in those defeats was how the seemingly powerful batting and bowling units of KKR and RR failed to fire.

'Inappropriate conclusions': Bhogle clarifies absence from KKR match

'Inappropriate conclusions': Bhogle clarifies absence from KKR match

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

In the letter, the body asked for the removal of Bhogle and New Zealand's Simon Doull from the commentary panel for matches in Kolkata after they stated that the Eden Gardens pitch was not helping the local franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.

Varun withdraws from FIH Pro League; calls rape allegation a 'calculated attempt'

Varun withdraws from FIH Pro League; calls rape allegation a 'calculated attempt'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Accused of rape under the stringent POCSO act, Arjuna award-winning Indian hockey player Varun Kumar has withdrawn from the FIH Pro League in Bhubaneswar to explore his legal options against the allegation, which he described as a "calculated attempt to extort money" from him.

IPL 2025: How KKR's Moeen plotted Royals' downfall

IPL 2025: How KKR's Moeen plotted Royals' downfall

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Moeen Ali said he dominated Rajasthan Royals batters by thinking like one.

Chakravarthy's mystery spin threatens NZ final dreams

Chakravarthy's mystery spin threatens NZ final dreams

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

New Zealand coach Gary Stead has acknowledged the threat posed by India's mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy in the upcoming Champions Trophy final.

'Chilled and relaxed': Teammates defend Pant

'Chilled and relaxed': Teammates defend Pant

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Lucknow Super Giants spin bowling all-rounder Shahbaz Ahmed has expressed confidence in captain Rishabh Pant despite his poor form in IPL 2025, saying the "chilled and relaxed" skipper will come good in crunch moments.

CT Semis: Should India Play Chakravarthy?

CT Semis: Should India Play Chakravarthy?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Except in the IPL, the Australians have not had a good look at Varun Chakravarthy's bowling and that could spell trouble for Steve Smith and Co.

Varun-Samantha Meet President Murmu

Varun-Samantha Meet President Murmu

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

'Team Citadel India had the privilege of meeting the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji in Serbia. What an absolute joy and honour to meet you ma'am @presidentofindia.'

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

I received threats after 2021 T20 WC: Chakravarthy

I received threats after 2021 T20 WC: Chakravarthy

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'People said, 'Don't come to India. If you try, you won't be able to'.'

Can Shreyas Pip Sai Sudharsan To MVP?

Can Shreyas Pip Sai Sudharsan To MVP?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji check out who could be the Most Valuable Player of IPL 2025 before the final.

SRH's batting woes: Time for a rethink, says Cummins

SRH's batting woes: Time for a rethink, says Cummins

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins said his hard hitting batters might need to alter their approach after three consecutive defeats.

'I'm The Only Acknowledged Dalit In All Of Hindi Cinema History'

'I'm The Only Acknowledged Dalit In All Of Hindi Cinema History'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'If you look around the world at people of colour, religion, caste, sexuality or any of the marginalised communities, we are always talking in numbers.' 'We are always assigning them a statistic.' 'That is an easy way to assuage your urban guilt. Because you hide your apathy with hollow sympathy.' 'We are, in a way, making them invisible.'

How KKR outplayed CSK at Chepauk

How KKR outplayed CSK at Chepauk

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

With spinners playing a crucial role in dismantling CSK's batting, Rahane praised their performance while also shedding light on how KKR's strategy worked flawlessly on the night.

KKR don't let conditions dictate their game: Iyer

KKR don't let conditions dictate their game: Iyer

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'I am at my best when my mindset for the game is right.'

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

'Sunny sir keeps me distracted from my morning sickness.'

'I was nervous': Chakaravarthy reveals what helped him

'I was nervous': Chakaravarthy reveals what helped him

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

After his stellar performance, Chakaravarthy credited senior players for helping him settle his nerves during the game.

Rohit reveals why Chakaravarthy shocked Kiwis...

Rohit reveals why Chakaravarthy shocked Kiwis...

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy took 5 wickets for 42 runs in a convincing 44-run victory over New Zealand in their final Champions Trophy group game, sending India through to the semifinals alongside the Kiwis.

Five-star Chakravarthy spins India to big win vs New Zealand

Five-star Chakravarthy spins India to big win vs New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Spinner Varun Chakravarthy justified his selection with a five-wicket haul and bowled India to a 44-run victory against New Zealand.

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'Indian cricket is on an upward curve, definitely, other teams have to catch up with us and (the Champions Trophy) final is going to be crucial.'

Impact sub to match winner: Arora lights up IPL

Impact sub to match winner: Arora lights up IPL

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Arora took full advantage of Hyderabad's aggression and collected the wickets of Travis Head, Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen at the expense of 29 runs from his four overs as the visitors folded for 120.

Will Sai Sudharsan Be IPL 2025's MVP?

Will Sai Sudharsan Be IPL 2025's MVP?

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2025 after Game 68.

BJP drops Varun Gandhi in UP, but fields Maneka

BJP drops Varun Gandhi in UP, but fields Maneka

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday declared 13 candidates from Uttar Pradesh for the Lok Sabha polls including actor Arun Govil, who played Lord Ram in popular TV serial Ramayan, from Meerut, while replacing sitting MP Varun Gandhi from Pilibhit with state minister Jitin Prasada.

PIX: KKR edge RR by 1 run, keep play-off hopes alive

PIX: KKR edge RR by 1 run, keep play-off hopes alive

Rediff.com4 May 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday

Why Salman Thanked His Dad On Mother's Day

Why Salman Thanked His Dad On Mother's Day

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Bollywood celebrated Mother's Day with beautiful pictures of their mums on social media.

No mystery who is India's game changer...

No mystery who is India's game changer...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

England were cruising at nearly nine runs per over after the powerplay when Chakravarthy turned the game around.

Adani Ports, JSW Infra make logistics anchor for cargo growth plans

Adani Ports, JSW Infra make logistics anchor for cargo growth plans

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Adani Ports and JSW Infrastructure, India's leading private port operators, are expanding their logistics services to capture extra cargo while they run integrated transport services. "With incrementally less availability of lucrative port assets that can drive cargo volumes, port operators have naturally shifted their focus on deriving value in the upstream integration, i.e., the logistics space.

Dhoni weighs in on CSK's campaign after KKR demolition

Dhoni weighs in on CSK's campaign after KKR demolition

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings are officially out of the play-off race in Indian Premier League 2025, but their spirit remained intact as they secured their third victory of the season, beating Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Aahana-Karisma make new friends... Divya takes a taxi ride... Nia goes bungee-jumping...

T20 Rankings: Chakaravarthy one point away from No 1

T20 Rankings: Chakaravarthy one point away from No 1

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Indian batter Abhishek Sharma and bowler Varun Chakaravarthy retained their career-best number two positions in the latest ICC T20I rankings.

Manu Bhaker leads but THIS shooter stole the show

Manu Bhaker leads but THIS shooter stole the show

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Asian Games and Youth Olympics gold medallist Saurabh Chaudhary finished third in the men's 10m air pistol competition at the national selection trials.

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

While it's a do-or-die game for KKR, who must win all their remaining three matches to stay in playoffs contention, the match will be more about celebrating Dhoni's legacy than the result.

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'Certain formats require a certain skill set and whenever we look at these kinds of players, if the talent is there, then you don't want to shy away from blooding them.'

If not as an MP...: Varun Gandhi's 1st reaction after BJP denied ticket from Pilibhit

If not as an MP...: Varun Gandhi's 1st reaction after BJP denied ticket from Pilibhit

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The BJP has fielded Uttar Pradesh Public Works Minister Jitin Prasada from Pilibhit replacing Gandhi.

Chakravarthy second oldest ODI debutant for India

Chakravarthy second oldest ODI debutant for India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Varun Chakravarthy is the second oldest debutant for India in One-Day Internationals after Farokh Engineer.

KKR pacer Arora 'was a revelation' with the new ball

KKR pacer Arora 'was a revelation' with the new ball

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders have discovered a surprise hero in Vaibhav Arora in the post Mitchell Starc era. The team management trusts the pacer so much now that they are not hesitant to pick him ahead of more reputed international names, assistant coach Ottis Gibson said on Monday.

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR demolish CSK at Chepauk

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR demolish CSK at Chepauk

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

A clinical Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) thrashed a completely disoriented Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match in Chennai on Friday.