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How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

India have won the Asia Cup on seven occasions, Sri Lanka on five occasions, with Pakistan winning it twice.

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

A six wicket win with 10 balls to spare: Indian cricket's finest moment in the 21st century.

Kohli lauds Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur

Kohli lauds Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

Sundar and Shardul Thakur registered their half-centuries on day three of the ongoing fourth Test against Australia.

Teammates' guard of honour marks Ishant's 100th Test

Teammates' guard of honour marks Ishant's 100th Test

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

The 32-year-old pacer is only the second Indian fast bowler, after former captain Kapil Dev, to play 100 Test matches.

Some CSK batsmen think it's a government job: Sehwag

Some CSK batsmen think it's a government job: Sehwag

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has taken a dig at Chennai Super Kings' faltering IPL campaign, saying that some of their batsmen think of the franchise as a "government job" in which remuneration is assured irrespective of performance.

IPL: Sunrisers take on Punjab Kings in battle of laggards

IPL: Sunrisers take on Punjab Kings in battle of laggards

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Almost out of reckoning for a place in the play-offs, bottom-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to play party-poopers when they take on an equally struggling Punjab Kings in the battle of laggards in the IPL in Sharjah on Saturday.

VIDEO: What Jonty Rhodes wants you to do

VIDEO: What Jonty Rhodes wants you to do

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar spoke on the importance of road safety and stressed that individuals should be disciplined.

Top Performer: Surya Steals the Show

Top Performer: Surya Steals the Show

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Suryakumar Kumar Yadav's maiden half-century helped India beat England by eight runs and level the series 2-2.

PHOTOS: Sehwag, Belgian royal couple team up for child rights

PHOTOS: Sehwag, Belgian royal couple team up for child rights

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

The King and the Queen of Belgium, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, who are on a week-long visit to India, on Friday played cricket with Mumbai children and cricketer Virender Sehwag to advocate for children's right to play and learn.

PHOTOS: Mayank leads India's fightback with ton

PHOTOS: Mayank leads India's fightback with ton

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Images from Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and New Zealand at the Wankhede in Mumbai on Friday.

Here's why Yuvraj Singh is trending...

Here's why Yuvraj Singh is trending...

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

Yuvraj turned back the clock and took Raipur by storm

MCC bats for Tests to remain five-day

MCC bats for Tests to remain five-day

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

The International Cricket Council is all set to discuss the four-day Test proposal during its cricket committee meeting in March.

Domestic cricket stalwart Rajinder Goel no more

Domestic cricket stalwart Rajinder Goel no more

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

The left-arm spinner, who was unlucky to have played in the era of Bishan Singh Bedi, had 750 first-class wickets from 157 games, representing Haryana and North Zone in domestic cricket.

Shastri urges Suryakumar to stay 'strong and patient' after snub

Shastri urges Suryakumar to stay 'strong and patient' after snub

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

His consistent run in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League notwithstanding, Suryakumar Yadav did not feature in India's white-ball squad named for the series against Australia on Monday.

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

'I was not sure whether such a big player would come to my house but he was quite happy to visit my place... which was just unbelievable!'

Congratulations pour in for Bhavina led by President, PM

Congratulations pour in for Bhavina led by President, PM

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the country in congratulating paddler Bhavinaben Patel for winning a historic silver medal, India's first, in the ongoing Paralympic Games in Tokyo on Sunday.

#IndiaPhotos: Have you been to Pooh in Himachal?

#IndiaPhotos: Have you been to Pooh in Himachal?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Rediff readers share their best travel photographs.

India willing to be patient with Pant after Sydney heroics

India willing to be patient with Pant after Sydney heroics

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Pant's keeping was criticised after he dropped Australia opener Will Pucovski twice on the opening day but his batting heroics underlined why India keep playing him ahead of the technically superior Wriddhiman Saha.

You have seen more India than me: Harbhajan to Jonty Rhodes

You have seen more India than me: Harbhajan to Jonty Rhodes

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Jonty Rhodes had posted an image of himself taking a dip at the Holy Ganga river. Harbhajan Singh Rhodes saying that 'you have seen more India than me'.

On this day: Harmanpreet's magical ton sends Aussies packing

On this day: Harmanpreet's magical ton sends Aussies packing

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

It was on this day that Harmanpreet went on to play a match-winning knock of 171 not out against Australia in the semi-finals of the ICC Women's World Cup.

How dad's advice helped Shaw regain form

How dad's advice helped Shaw regain form

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

'When I'm in there, I keep playing and don't think about the score. Don't think about myself, just want the team to win'

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Yuvraj shared a montage of 2011 World Cup memories and his thoughts on the title-winning journey in a Twitter video.

Who has hit the most 6s in the IPL?

Who has hit the most 6s in the IPL?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

A look at the various batting records in the IPL over the years.

Sehwag yet to attend hearings of Anti-Doping Appeals Panel

Sehwag yet to attend hearings of Anti-Doping Appeals Panel

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

The former India cricketer has not attended a single hearing of Anti-Doping Appeals Panel since the new panel was formed.

Indian players wear black armband in memory of Jaitley

Indian players wear black armband in memory of Jaitley

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

The Indian cricket team wore black armbands as a mark of respect for former union minister and veteran cricket administrator Arun Jaitley, who passed away on Saturday after prolonged illness.

Swann picks this England spinner to trouble India batters

Swann picks this England spinner to trouble India batters

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

'India are very, very patient but if you are willing to be patient and bowl all day you will take wickets'

IPL PICS: Narine, Rana steer KKR to victory over Delhi

IPL PICS: Narine, Rana steer KKR to victory over Delhi

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders, in Sharjah, on Tuesday.

Should Virat Kohli open for Team India in T20s?

Should Virat Kohli open for Team India in T20s?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Gavaskar also wants Kohli to continue batting as an opener as the team needs their best batsman 'to bat as many overs' as he can.

'We punished him': 3 more Nihangs held for Singhu lynching

'We punished him': 3 more Nihangs held for Singhu lynching

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

The mortal remains of Lakhbir Singh were cremated at his native village in Punjab's Tarn Taran amid tight security in the presence of his family members. No Sikh priest was present to perform Ardas (Sikh religious prayer) and no one from his village, Cheema Kalan, attended the last rites.

Rohit betters Bradman for Test average at home

Rohit betters Bradman for Test average at home

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

The record was previously held by Bradman, who had an average of 98.22 across 50 innings at home in which he scored 4322 runs.

'A performance that will inspire generations'

'A performance that will inspire generations'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

PM Modi, Olympian Abhinav Bindra lead country in congratulating Mirabai Chanu on winning Olympic silver on Saturday.

This day in 2002: Ganguly took off shirt at Lord's

This day in 2002: Ganguly took off shirt at Lord's

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

India defeated England by two wickets to win the Natwest Trophy finals against England. As the winning run was hit, skipper Ganguly took his shirt off at the balcony of Lord's Cricket Ground to celebrate in style.

Road Safety: Tendulkar, Yuvraj power India to victory

Road Safety: Tendulkar, Yuvraj power India to victory

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

India's batting greats Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh turned back the clock and took Raipur by storm in their inimitable style as India Legends registered a thumping 57-run win over South Africa Legends in Road Safety World Series T20 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, on Saturday.

Is Leeds 2002 India's Most Important Test Win?

Is Leeds 2002 India's Most Important Test Win?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

The Headlingley triumph marked the start of a new and important chapter in Indian cricket, with the Indians winning consistently away from home from that point onwards.

Sachin, Yuvi, Bhajji bond at Isha Ambani's wedding

Sachin, Yuvi, Bhajji bond at Isha Ambani's wedding

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

The cricketing stars blessed Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal on their wedding.

India Legends romp home with Pathan's heroics

India Legends romp home with Pathan's heroics

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Irfan Pathan's blistering unbeaten 57 helped India Legends beat Sri Lanka. He displayed his batting skills, hammering six boundaries and three sixes.

Rousing welcome for Natarajan, Rahane, Shardul

Rousing welcome for Natarajan, Rahane, Shardul

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Chants of 'aala re aala Ajinkya aala' headlined a red carpet welcome for Ajinkya Rahane

'India is so proud of you, Sindhu!'

'India is so proud of you, Sindhu!'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Congratulatory messages pour in for badminton superstar PV Sindhu on winning her second Olympic medal on Sunday.

Jhakaas! Anil Kapoor runs with Olympian Blake

Jhakaas! Anil Kapoor runs with Olympian Blake

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Anil -- who turns 63 on December 24 -- shared his fitness goals with Blake -- who turns 30 two days after Anil's birthday -- before the duo went sprinting at the Jamnabai Narsee school ground in Juhu.

This Royals cricketer doesn't miss playing in Tests...

This Royals cricketer doesn't miss playing in Tests...

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Rajasthan Royals' English batsman Liam Livingstone aspires for a successful Test career but he doesn't mind being a T20 "nomad" either and would prefer to spend his time building his white-ball brand instead of losing sleep over whether he can make it big in the longest format.