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Can IPL cash save struggling English county clubs?

Can IPL cash save struggling English county clubs?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The sale of equity in the eight franchises of The Hundred is expected to raise approximately 520 million pounds, a part of which would be shared with the county clubs.

India has skills but lack of experience will be telling in Eng

India has skills but lack of experience will be telling in Eng

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'But I think if you look at a rebuilding sort of phase, I think India can cope with it better than most other teams'

'We Weren't Ready': Cricket World Reacts as Kohli Quits Tests

'We Weren't Ready': Cricket World Reacts as Kohli Quits Tests

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The cricketing fraternity on Monday paid glowing tributes to India's batting talisman Virat Kohli on his retirement from the longest format after an illustrious 14-year-career.

'I loved watching him play every day of his 123 Tests'

'I loved watching him play every day of his 123 Tests'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Artherton's successor and former England captain Nasser Hussain believes Kohli transformed the way India plays Test format with his "aura, swagger, and passion".

How former SA wicketkeeper made impact on Kohli's career

How former SA wicketkeeper made impact on Kohli's career

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'He had a massive impact on me in those early years. I was very realistic about my abilities'

'Gill has to take the team along like Kapil Dev'

'Gill has to take the team along like Kapil Dev'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Yograj outlined the key aspects India's youngest red-ball captain must consider to soar to new heights.

'Kohli Is My Favourite Cricketer': DGMO

'Kohli Is My Favourite Cricketer': DGMO

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket, after a 14-year career.

'Kohli quit Tests due to loss of mental clarity'

'Kohli quit Tests due to loss of mental clarity'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Former Australia captain Greg Chappell believes Virat Kohli's decision to retire from Test cricket stemmed not from a decline in skill but from the toll the game had taken on him over the years.

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The star batter's aggression has been a fire to forge inspiration and motivation, but it has also led to some unnecessary controversies in the red-ball format.

'India's lower order batters working hard in the nets': Prasidh

'India's lower order batters working hard in the nets': Prasidh

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

The trio of Prasidh Krishna, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj managed just four runs between them in the two innings of the first Test against England in Headingley.

'Bumrah holds key to India's fortunes in England'

'Bumrah holds key to India's fortunes in England'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

"He is going to be our strike bowler": Sachin Tendulkar on Jasprit Bumrah ahead of Leeds Test against England

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Test cricket would have been a "far blander place" without Kohli: Vaughan

Virat Kohli Steals The Show

Virat Kohli Steals The Show

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Virat Kohli ensured the day wasn't a complete washout.

K L Rahul breaks Kohli's IPL record; fastest Indian to...

K L Rahul breaks Kohli's IPL record; fastest Indian to...

Rediff.com19 May 2025

K L Rahul blazed his way to a century against Gujarat Titans in Delhi on Sunday, etching his name in the record books despite his team's 10-wicket defeat.

If India want to win in England, focus on THIS

If India want to win in England, focus on THIS

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nick Knight has high expectations from the likes of Kuldeep and Sai Sudharsan who is expected to make his Test debut at Leeds, the venue for the series opener.

Kohli's England Saga: The Fall, The Rise and His Legacy

Kohli's England Saga: The Fall, The Rise and His Legacy

Rediff.com12 May 2025

England tested him like no other place - from exposing his raw edges in 2014 to witnessing his peak in 2018, and finally revealing his human side in 2021.

RCB's unstoppable away streak: Chawla reveals secret

RCB's unstoppable away streak: Chawla reveals secret

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Virat and Krunal inspired Bengaluru to the top of the table by stitching up an impeccable 119-run stand to safely guide the Royal Challengers through the turbulent phase.

PIX: Sun is out and so are supporters at Headlingley

PIX: Sun is out and so are supporters at Headlingley

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

This series begins a potentially era-defining period for Stokes and England coach Brendon McCullum, having enjoyed plenty of highs and lows over the past few years, with the Ashes series in Australia next up in the Test format, starting in November.

SEE: I will not watch Test cricket anymore, paps tell Kohli

SEE: I will not watch Test cricket anymore, paps tell Kohli

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Kohli remained unfazed through the whole monologue and while some photographers requested for a photo, he seemingly gestured that he was in a hurry and joined his wife in the car before driving off.

'Gill will have to lead from the front in England': Harbhajan

'Gill will have to lead from the front in England': Harbhajan

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Shubman Gill will have to lead from the front in absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma but the young team should not be judged too early, said Harbhajan Singh.

14 Bats, One Legend: A Sand Tribute Like No Other

14 Bats, One Legend: A Sand Tribute Like No Other

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Pattnaik's creation featured a replica of 14 bats-a symbolic gesture honouring Kohli's incredible journey in red-ball cricket.

Can Bumrah carry India without Kohli and Rohit?

Can Bumrah carry India without Kohli and Rohit?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

As India prepares to take on England in the first Test at Leeds, all eyes will be on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.

Why England should fear Yashasvi Jaiswal

Why England should fear Yashasvi Jaiswal

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Plenty of hopes will rest on the young shoulders of opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who, at the age of just 23, has earned a reputation as one of the world's best openers in the longest format of the game.

'I Said No to Test Captaincy': Bumrah Reveals Why

'I Said No to Test Captaincy': Bumrah Reveals Why

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Jasprit Bumrah has revealed he rejected the BCCI's offer to become India's next Test captain

Will BCCI retire Kohli's 'Jersey No 18' from Tests?

Will BCCI retire Kohli's 'Jersey No 18' from Tests?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Indian Test team in near future won't have any player wearing the jersey No.18 that belonged to legendary Virat Kohli for the last 14 years

'Greats should play till 50'

'Greats should play till 50'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Yograj, father of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, reflected on the massive void the two icons leave behind.

Kohli, Patidar dedicate IPL title to loyal supporters

Kohli, Patidar dedicate IPL title to loyal supporters

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

It's all for you -- the fans: Kohli, Patidar dedicate RCB's triumph to faithfuls

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

We should respect his decision: Shukla

We should respect his decision: Shukla

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Rajeev Shukla hailed the star batter for his contribution in the longest format.

'Take your time': Shastri's words of wisdom for Gill

'Take your time': Shastri's words of wisdom for Gill

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'It's never easy, but I think he will learn from this exposure.'

How Gill's epic 269 set up India's Edgbaston charge

How Gill's epic 269 set up India's Edgbaston charge

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill scored a record-breaking 269 and their seamers struck early to put the tourists in a commanding position at Edgbaston on Thursday.

PIX: The Wait Is Over.. RCB Are IPL Champions!

PIX: The Wait Is Over.. RCB Are IPL Champions!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Virat Kohli washed away 18 years of hurt and disappointment, conquering Punjab Kings by six runs to lift their maiden Indian Premier League title.

Smith Beats Tendulkar's Record in High-Stakes ICC Games

Smith Beats Tendulkar's Record in High-Stakes ICC Games

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Steve Smith has once again proved why he's Australia's go-to man in crunch matches-by eclipsing none other than Sachin Tendulkar in a major ICC knockout record.

Gill's India ready for Lord's battle as Archer joins back

Gill's India ready for Lord's battle as Archer joins back

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the series nicely poised at 1-1 going into the third Test, the narrative built around both the teams has changed significantly following India's 336-run routing of England at Edgbaston.

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the emergence of their battery of fast bowlers, India have turned the tide at Lord's with two of their victories coming from their last three Tests -- in 2014 and 2021.

'Guru' Karthik's advice helps RCB's Jitesh 'take it deep'

'Guru' Karthik's advice helps RCB's Jitesh 'take it deep'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Jitesh Sharma left spectators enchanted with an unbeaten 85 from a mere 33 deliveries while striking handsomely at 257.58, his best in the IPL's history.

Captain Gill 'ready to embrace challenge' as India turn a new leaf

Captain Gill 'ready to embrace challenge' as India turn a new leaf

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'It is an immense honour, a responsibility I couldn't have imagined.'

'Off The Field Kohli Is Very Chilled Out'

'Off The Field Kohli Is Very Chilled Out'

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'The 2018 series win in Australia stands out in his captaincy.'

Want to switch off.. Pant reflects on poor season

"Want to switch off.." Pant reflects on poor season

Rediff.com28 May 2025

His IPL campaign over, India's swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Tuesday said he would want to "switch off" for a few days before leaving for the Test tour of England in a "good frame of mind."

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'At this stage, I want a senior cricketer to take up the captaincy and see the Indian team through this transition phase.'