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Beware the West Indies!

Beware the West Indies!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights important numbers featuring the West Indies team from the World Cups.

Pak legend Imran Khan returns to cricket as mentor in PSL

Pak legend Imran Khan returns to cricket as mentor in PSL

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan has been named mentor of Pakistan Super League franchise Peshawar Zalmi. The former pace ace, who is now chief of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, a political party, returns to cricket after a break of over two decades.

IPL MVP: Gayle continues to rule the roost

IPL MVP: Gayle continues to rule the roost

Rediff.com15 May 2013

After 42 days and 64 matches, Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji's MVPI formula shows that RCB's Chris Gayle is still the most valuable player in season 6 of the IPL.

It's hard work for India now: Lara

It's hard work for India now: Lara

Rediff.com12 Mar 2008

India's performance in recent times has been creditable but the real challenge will now be to maintain their consistency, according to West Indian great Brian Lara, who lauded the leadership skills of Anil Kumble and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Upbeat India take on confident West Indies

Upbeat India take on confident West Indies

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

On a roll after their Champions Trophy triumph, the Indian cricket team would aim to continue the unbeaten run when they take on the West Indies, who would be eyeing revenge, in their opening clash of the tri-nation ODI series in Kingston on Sunday.

After IPL, Gayle keen to leave his mark on India Tests

After IPL, Gayle keen to leave his mark on India Tests

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Chris Gayle has a huge fan following in India courtesy of his exploits in the Indian Premier League. Now he is hoping to replicate that success in the upcoming Test series in India next month.

'I bluffed and thought that I have been in-form'

'I bluffed and thought that I have been in-form'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Delhi Daredevils snapped their six-game losing streak in IPL 6 just a day after Vivian Richards joined them as advisor and senior batsman Virender Sehwag straightaway credited his side's thumping win over Mumbai Indians to the legendary West Indian.

PHOTOS: His mind wanders but Dhoni keeps focus by humming songs

PHOTOS: His mind wanders but Dhoni keeps focus by humming songs

Rediff.com5 May 2013

Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mind wanders in several directions while he is batting but he manages to keep the focus by humming songs even when the bowler is running in from the other end.

I just wanted to be a part of the IPL: Sammy

I just wanted to be a part of the IPL: Sammy

Rediff.com5 May 2013

Having posted their seventh win in the ongoing Indian Premier League, Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Darren Sammy has his fingers crossed as far as winning the title is concerned, but expressed confidence of making the play-offs.

India's fast bowling a bit ordinary, says Holding

India's fast bowling a bit ordinary, says Holding

Rediff.com5 May 2013

West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding says even though cricketers are making money through the IPL, it is damaging the sport.

We played perfect cricket against Chennai, says Pollard

We played perfect cricket against Chennai, says Pollard

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Kieron Pollard says his team played near-flawless cricket in Mumbai.

PICS: Pant, Shaw star as Delhi eliminate Hyderabad

PICS: Pant, Shaw star as Delhi eliminate Hyderabad

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Images from Wednesday's IPL Eliminator between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals, in Visakhapatnam.

Mandeep on what went wrong for RCB against KKR...

Mandeep on what went wrong for RCB against KKR...

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Sunil Narine's blistering half-century made all the difference and paved the way for Kolkata Knight Riders' winning start in the Indian Premier League in Kolkata on Sunday, Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman Mandeep Singh said.

Why Pujara will not go the Kambli way

Why Pujara will not go the Kambli way

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

Just by the numbers alone, Cheteshwar Pujara's feats in Test cricket match the ascent of two flamboyant batsmen who shone briefly, before fading into oblivion. Haresh Pandya, who knows Pujara well, explains why the Saurashtra batsman will not end up like Lawrence Rowe and Vinod Kambli.

West Indies complete series sweep over Zimbabwe

West Indies complete series sweep over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

West Indies easily won their third and final One-day International with Zimbabwe in Grenada on Tuesday to complete a 3-0 series cleansweep.

Lara gave me more sleepless nights than Tendulkar, says Ponting

Lara gave me more sleepless nights than Tendulkar, says Ponting

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has rated Brian Lara ahead of Sachin Tendulkar as he feels that the West Indian helped his team win more matches.

PIX: Bumrah's Super show as Mumbai beat SRH to qualify

PIX: Bumrah's Super show as Mumbai beat SRH to qualify

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Images from Thursday's IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad, in Mumbai.

'Sunil Narine is the man of the IPL'

'Sunil Narine is the man of the IPL'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly says the Kolkata Knight Riders spinner's impact in the IPL for the last 3-4 seasons was unbelievable.

Watson to miss Rajasthan's first game in IPL 6

Watson to miss Rajasthan's first game in IPL 6

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Shane Watson will miss his team's opening Indian Premier League match against Delhi Daredevils to be played at the Feroze Shah Kotla in New Delhi, on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Rahane, Pant lead India's strong reply on Day 2

PHOTOS: Rahane, Pant lead India's strong reply on Day 2

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

India finished the second day on 308 for four in 81 overs. They trail West Indies by just three runs, after the visitors were bowled out for 311 earlier in the day.

Exhibition match marks return of cricket in Pakistan

Exhibition match marks return of cricket in Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Oct 2012

Pakistan took a significant step towards the resumption of international cricket in the country following the successful organisation of an exhibition match between International World XI and Pakistan XI in Karachi on Saturday.

India's 'go-to' spinner Kuldeep will face added pressure in IPL: Chawla

India's 'go-to' spinner Kuldeep will face added pressure in IPL: Chawla

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

Kuldeep is in his fourth season with the KKR but it's only in the recent past that he has cemented his place in the Indian team as its go-to spinner along with Yuzvendra Chahal in the limited overs game.

Moeen shines again as England clinch Windies series

Moeen shines again as England clinch Windies series

Rediff.com28 Sep 2017

England beat the West Indies by six runs on the DLS scoring method to take an unassailable 3-0 series lead after rain curtailed what promised to be a thrilling finish to the fourth One-Day International at The Oval on Wednesday.

Stats: Dhawan announces himself at big stage

Stats: Dhawan announces himself at big stage

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Shikhar Dhawan announced his arrival on the Test arena with a breathtaking unbeaten 168-ball 185 during which a number of records fell by the wayside.

Former Australian cricketer Lindsay Kline dies at 81

Former Australian cricketer Lindsay Kline dies at 81

Rediff.com3 Oct 2015

Former Australian test cricketer Lindsay Kline has died at the age of 81.

IPL preview: Desperate for turnaround, Rajasthan return to home turf

IPL preview: Desperate for turnaround, Rajasthan return to home turf

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Three consecutive defeats have more or less sealed their fate and for things to turn around for the Royals, every aspect of their game needs to improve and click for them.

India's Smriti Mandhana signs up for Women's Big Bash League

India's Smriti Mandhana signs up for Women's Big Bash League

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Smriti Mandhana has confirmed that she will join the Brisbane Heat for the second season of the Women's Big Bash League, becoming the second Indian female cricketer to commit to the Australia's domestic Twenty20 competition.

Lalit Modi says two Indian cricketers were bribed by bookmaker

Lalit Modi says two Indian cricketers were bribed by bookmaker

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Former Indian Premier League Commissioner Lalit Modi has alleged that two leading Indian cricketers and a West Indian player had been bribed by an Indian real estate tycoon, who is also a bookmaker.

Batting strength in depth a 'good problem' for KKR

Batting strength in depth a 'good problem' for KKR

Rediff.com5 May 2018

Uthappa made it clear that with KKR's batting order, it was not possible for young Shubman Gill to bat higher up.

PHOTOS: Rampaging India in control after Windies collapse

PHOTOS: Rampaging India in control after Windies collapse

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

A dominant India posted a massive 649 for nine before their bowlers chipped away at the wickets to leave West Indies reeling on 94 for six at stumps on Day 2 of the first Test in Rajkot.

McGrath inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

McGrath inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath was inducted into the International Cricket Council's Hall of Fame on Thursday, making him its 68th male member.

Dravid's sons want him to bat like Gayle!

Dravid's sons want him to bat like Gayle!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2012

After retiring from international cricket, former India captain Rahul Dravid might not have to deal with critics anymore, but he is continuing to face criticism from an unexpected quarter -- his two sons.

How cricket has changed since that historic day!

How cricket has changed since that historic day!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

'Perhaps the biggest change is in terms of mindset when it comes to the art of the possible when chasing.'
'A modern team knows that knocking off 120 runs in 10 overs is eminently possible.' 'When things click, that can translate into 450 in 50 overs,' says Devangshu Datta.

Virat is going to be one of best skippers: Srikkanth

Virat is going to be one of best skippers: Srikkanth

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Former Indian captain Kris Srikkanth feels Test skipper Virat Kohli will turn out to be one of the best leaders ever for the cricket team, given his "adaptability skills". "Adaptability skills which Virat has are fantastic. You see Virat Kohli's game approach, he adapts beautifully in all the three formats. As a cricketer if you want to be a complete cricketer, you need adaptability skills and that is what cricket teaches you," Srikkanth said at a public event. The former chairman of selectors also appreciated Kohli for his "never-give up attitude".

ICC Rankings: Clarke returns to the top, Sachin slips

ICC Rankings: Clarke returns to the top, Sachin slips

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

Australia captain Michael Clarke has reclaimed the top spot in the latest Reliance ICC Player Rankings for Test batsmen that were released on Tuesday after the completion of the Hobart and Nagpur Tests.

Clarke names Tendulkar in list of top five cricketers

Clarke names Tendulkar in list of top five cricketers

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

The others are Australian bowling greats Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath, South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis and West Indian batsman Brian Lara.

IPL PHOTOS: KKR ease to victory against Rajasthan

IPL PHOTOS: KKR ease to victory against Rajasthan

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a professional performance to beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in Jaipur on Wednesday, putting their Indian Premier League campaign back on track with back to back victories.

Here's why top Windies players won't be in action against India

Here's why top Windies players won't be in action against India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Leading West Indian cricketers will prefer to play in lucrative Twenty20 tournaments around the world instead of representing the Caribbean side under the current administration, former captain Darren Sammy has said.

India slip to third place in ICC T20 rankings

India slip to third place in ICC T20 rankings

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

The Indian cricket team's disastrous World Twenty20 campaign pushed it to third place in the ICC T20 rankings while this year's champion West Indies jumped five places to grab the second spot.

4 reasons why Kohli should end row with journalist...

4 reasons why Kohli should end row with journalist...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Virat Kohli should resolve the row amicably with the concerned scribe.