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'Hardik's strike-rate a concern, he looks rusty'

'Hardik's strike-rate a concern, he looks rusty'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer expressed concerns over all-rounder Hardik Pandya's declining strike rate in white-ball cricket.

9 dead, several injured as under-construction building collapses in Kolkata

9 dead, several injured as under-construction building collapses in Kolkata

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the building collapse site at Azan Molla Lane in the city's western periphery and assured local residents of stern action against illegal construction.

'This is the Joe Root mode that win you Test matches'

'This is the Joe Root mode that win you Test matches'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Root relies on trademark style to rescue England

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

'Cape Town once again showed cricketers with limited first class experience will always struggle against the red ball.'

PIX: South Africa edge Pakistan in thriller to go top

PIX: South Africa edge Pakistan in thriller to go top

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match between Pakistan and South Africa, in Chennai, on Friday.

Umpiring equality: Sue Redfern makes history

Umpiring equality: Sue Redfern makes history

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Sue Redfern is poised to make history as the inaugural ICC-appointed female neutral umpire

MLC 2023: Pooran's 13 sixes power MI New York to victory

MLC 2023: Pooran's 13 sixes power MI New York to victory

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Pooran showcased his masterful batting skills, guiding his team to a triumphant MLC 2023 win.

Big blow for Pakistan as injured Naseem misses World Cup bus

Big blow for Pakistan as injured Naseem misses World Cup bus

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Aiming for their second Cricket World Cup title, Pakistan will be led by Babar Azam and are armed with a strong batting unit that includes Fakhar Zaman, Imam-Ul-Haq, Mohammed Rizwan, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Salman Agha.

'My Life Was In Danger'

'My Life Was In Danger'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'I received many threatening calls and letters.' 'A fatwa was issued against me.'

Fast bowling becoming part of Indian cricket: Wasim Akram

Fast bowling becoming part of Indian cricket: Wasim Akram

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Having mentored many pacers in India, Wasim Akram feels fast bowling is becoming an integral part of Indian cricket with youngsters finding their heroes in the likes of Mohammad Shami and Umesh Yadav.

Sachin, Akram's plan for ODI makeover revealed!

Sachin, Akram's plan for ODI makeover revealed!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Tendulkar wants to break the ODIs to four innings of 25 overs each to break the "monotony".

WTC Final promises thrills, sell-out crowds

WTC Final promises thrills, sell-out crowds

Rediff.com29 May 2023

ICC expecting full crowds for at least first four days of WTC final at Oval

3rd Test PHOTOS: India crush England in epic 434-runs victory

3rd Test PHOTOS: India crush England in epic 434-runs victory

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Images from Day 4 of the third Test between India and England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Sunday

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The southpaw hit a match-winning 57 as Australia successfully chased down 130 to beat Pakistan to claim the third Test by eight wickets, on Saturday, and take the series 3-0.

Rohit captain as six Indians in ICC's World Cup team of tournament

Rohit captain as six Indians in ICC's World Cup team of tournament

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

All-rounder Glenn Maxwell and spinner Adam Zampa were also selected in the line-up after helping Australia win a record-extending sixth title with Sunday's six-wicket victory.

Review Secret Superstar: Zaira Wasim is an absolute wonder!

Review Secret Superstar: Zaira Wasim is an absolute wonder!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Secret Superstar's cheerful, feel-good imagery of a rotten reality reflects a young adult's hopeful perspective yet to be crushed by the weight of cynicism, says Sukanya Verma.

Kohli's absence gives England an edge in Test series

Kohli's absence gives England an edge in Test series

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

'...Virat adds to the quality of any contest because he is such a wonderful player who brings fire, passion, competitiveness and great fan following to the sport. But personal matters always take preference over cricketing matters.'

India vs Pakistan important, but there are other teams also: Akram

India vs Pakistan important, but there are other teams also: Akram

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram on Sunday said the upcoming Asia Cup will test readiness of subcontinental bowlers for 50-overs cricket ahead of the ODI World Cup, but refused to pick any favourites for the tournament.

Asia Cup: After Afridi another injury scare for Pakistan

Asia Cup: After Afridi another injury scare for Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Mohammad Wasim was sent for a MRI scan to determine the severity of his injury after he complained of lower back pain

Babar Azam returns to lead Pakistan

Babar Azam returns to lead Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Babar Azam is set to return as Pakistan skipper for their home series against New Zealand, starting April 14.

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Pakistan needs to win all its matches and expect Australia to falter in at least two of their remaining four games.

Former Pak players hail India's WC run: 'Their cricket is in a good place'

Former Pak players hail India's WC run: 'Their cricket is in a good place'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The Pakistan cricket fraternity showered the Indian team with praise for their incredible run to the final of the ODI World Cup, with the legendary Wasim Akram saying their cricket "is in a good place" despite the loss to Australia in the title clash.

SRK-Anirudh Create Fire With Zinda Banda

SRK-Anirudh Create Fire With Zinda Banda

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

The peppy track has also been released in Tamil and Telugu and having seen all three versions, the Tamil rendition Vandha Edam sounds most fun.

Jadeja, Rahul injured, Kohli unavailable: India's desperate search for solutions

Jadeja, Rahul injured, Kohli unavailable: India's desperate search for solutions

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid have enough options to choose from with selectors adding three players to the squad -- Sarfaraz Khan, Sourabh Kumar and Washington Sundar.

PIX: Pak pip NZ via DLS method to keep semis hopes alive

PIX: Pak pip NZ via DLS method to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

IMAGEs from the World Cup match between Pakistan and New Zealand played at the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Tilak impressed fans with his mature performances on the crease, staying at the crease during difficult situations, taking on bowlers in difficult batting conditions.

ODI World Cup: List of umpires; Menon, Dharmasena to officiate opener

ODI World Cup: List of umpires; Menon, Dharmasena to officiate opener

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

India's Nitin Menon and Sri Lanka's Kumar Dharmasena will officiate the World Cup opener between England and New Zealand on October 5.

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

While others have faded somewhat recently, Kohli has been burning brightly, and pulling ahead of his peers.

Secret Superstar Zaira Wasim's heartwrenching post reveals her battle with depression

Secret Superstar Zaira Wasim's heartwrenching post reveals her battle with depression

Rediff.com11 May 2018

'Popping five antidepressants every day, anxiety attacks, being rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night, feeling empty, restless, hallucinations, self loathing, nervous breakdowns, suicidal thoughts were all parts of this phase...' Aamir Khan's young discovery says she has decided to go on a 'complete break'.

How Pakistan stunned NZ with unbelievable DLS victory

How Pakistan stunned NZ with unbelievable DLS victory

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Fakhar Zaman fires as Pakistan beat New Zealand in rain-hit World Cup clash

'He is too good'

'He is too good'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

He bowled a wicket-maiden in the final over of the 2nd T20I match against Ireland and sealed the match with the figures of 2/15.

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'They will have to choose international cricket over one or two franchise leagues.'

'If possibly Hardik was in the team in the final....'

'If possibly Hardik was in the team in the final....'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Not scoring quickly certainly became India's undoing.

Recuperating Afridi included in Pak World Cup squad

Recuperating Afridi included in Pak World Cup squad

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Fast bowler Mohammad Wasim also returned to the World Cup squad after recovering fully from a side strain he suffered during the Asia Cup.

World Cup: 'Babar has failed to prove himself as captain'

World Cup: 'Babar has failed to prove himself as captain'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Former Pakistan players tore into captain Babar Azam and other players for their poor performance in World Cup 2023.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Set These Records On Debut

Yashasvi Jaiswal Set These Records On Debut

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal stole the limelight with a classy century on Day 2 of the first Test on Thursday.

Probably one of the best across all formats: Kohli's admiration of Babar

Probably one of the best across all formats: Kohli's admiration of Babar

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli's admiration for Pakistan skipper Babar Azam isn't a hidden secret.

Sports psychologist to join Pak team ahead of Asia Cup

Sports psychologist to join Pak team ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

Babri has in the past also worked with some players helping them understand how to handle pressure situations and get through bad performances and personal issues.

ICC Men's ODI World Cup: Full List of confirmed squads

ICC Men's ODI World Cup: Full List of confirmed squads

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Ahead of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023, here's a full list of the final squads of all ten teams.

Saleem Malik treated me like a servant: Akram

Saleem Malik treated me like a servant: Akram

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Akram played under Malik's captaincy from 1992 to 1995. There were reports back then that the two players were not on good terms.