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'India shouldn't have an all-format captain'

'India shouldn't have an all-format captain'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Speaking on The Great Indian Cricket Show on Doordarshan, Mukund, who represented India in seven Tests from 2011-17, said: "I think Shubman has it in him to become an all-format captain, but I do not think India should have an all-format captain anymore."

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar is all set to travel to West Indies to meet head coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma to discuss the road map for the ODI World Cup.

'I miscalculated, shouldn't have played reverse sweep': Campbell

'I miscalculated, shouldn't have played reverse sweep': Campbell

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

John Campbell, who registered his maiden Test century, had mixed emotions after the end of day four in the second Test against India, in Delhi, on Monday.

PHOTOS: West Indies batters make India toil on Day 3

PHOTOS: West Indies batters make India toil on Day 3

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

IMAGES from Day 3 of the second Test between India and the West Indies at Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, on Saturday.

Australia rout West Indies in Adelaide to sweep series

Australia rout West Indies in Adelaide to sweep series

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Australia took 90 minutes to complete formalities, with Michael Neser and Mitchell Starc sharing five of the last six West Indies wicket.

Daryl Mitchell overtakes Rohit as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Daryl Mitchell overtakes Rohit as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Daryl Mitchell becomes only the second player from New Zealand to hold the top the ICC ranking for ODI batters.

Will Jurel play as specialist batter in SA Tests?

Will Jurel play as specialist batter in SA Tests?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The last time two specialist keepers played together in a Test was in 1986, when Kiran More and Chandrakant Pandit featured in the same XI, with Pandit playing as a batter.

Bazball under microscope as England face pink ball demons

Bazball under microscope as England face pink ball demons

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Bazball is in the firing line, with former players and pundits decrying the high-risk game on Australia's spicy pitches.

'I would've chosen a young pacer over Bumrah'

'I would've chosen a young pacer over Bumrah'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Responding to India's squad selection for the home series against West Indies, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan opined that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah could have been rested for the series in order to groom a young fast bowler.

West Indies' World Cup hopes take a blow after Dutch loss

West Indies' World Cup hopes take a blow after Dutch loss

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Zimbabwe captain Sean Williams bludgeoned 174 to set up a 304-run victory for his side in their ODI World Cup Qualifier against the United States.

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Australia have suffered another blow ahead of the Ashes opener against England after fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was ruled out due to a hamstring injury on Saturday, further weakening their bowling attack after the loss of captain Pat Cummins.

'I love that team': Who's Rohit talking about?

'I love that team': Who's Rohit talking about?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Indian batter and former ODI skipper Rohit Sharma expressed his excitement for the tour to Australia and how much he loves playing against the current 50-over world champions.

Owen shines on debut as Australia outclass WI in first T20I

Owen shines on debut as Australia outclass WI in first T20I

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Mitchell Owen made an impressive debut as Australia beat West Indies by three wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series.

Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Andre Russell was denied a winning farewell as Josh Inglis and Cameron Green smashed unbeaten half-centuries to secure Australia's eight-wicket victory

Why India Must Play Kuldeep In Adelaide ODI

Why India Must Play Kuldeep In Adelaide ODI

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for Thursday's second ODI against Australia?

'The kind of form he is in, Jurel deserves a spot in playing XI'

'The kind of form he is in, Jurel deserves a spot in playing XI'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'I definitely believe the kind of form he is in, the way he is batting, it will strengthen the Indian batting line-up.'

WC champion Richa Ghosh appointed WB DSP

WC champion Richa Ghosh appointed WB DSP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

In India's title-winning ICC Women's World Cup, Richa scored 235 runs in eight innings at an average of 39.16 and a strike rate of over 133, with a brilliant, innings-saving 94 against South Africa as her best knock.

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Former India spinner Murali Kartik has opened up on his cricketing journey, crediting West Indies cricket and the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers for inspiring him to pursue a career in cricket.

Fit-again Rishabh Pant back for South Africa Tests

Fit-again Rishabh Pant back for South Africa Tests

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant was ruled out for nearly three months after he fractured his foot during the fourth Test against England in Manchester in July.

PIX: India sniff victory as spinners rock Proteas

PIX: India sniff victory as spinners rock Proteas

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Jadeja returned to haunt South Africa with the ball after the Proteas came out to bat for the second time in the match.

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Under Rohit Sharma, India won the 2018 and 2023 ODI Asia Cup, runners-up position in the 2023 World Cup at home and triumphed in the the ICC Champions Trophy in March.

Jadeja Reveals Reason For His Omission From ODI Squad!

Jadeja Reveals Reason For His Omission From ODI Squad!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Ravindra Jadeja's omission from the India ODI squad for Australia tour raised a few eyebrows but the veteran all-rounder was not surprised as the selection committee and team management had "communicated" to him about their inability to pick him.

Rohit trains with Nayar ahead of Australia tour

Rohit trains with Nayar ahead of Australia tour

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Mumbai cricketer Angkrish Raghuvanshi and a few other local players were present at the training when Rohit had two batting nets session at the All Heart Cricket Academy.

A lesson in restraint! Batting coach hails 'brilliant' Jaiswal

A lesson in restraint! Batting coach hails 'brilliant' Jaiswal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Jaiswal's brilliance is in not being too aggressive yet batting on 173: Batting coach Kotak

India's Nightmare Returns: Shaheen Afridi Is Back in Form

India's Nightmare Returns: Shaheen Afridi Is Back in Form

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Shaheen Afridi, who once tore through their batting lineup with ruthless efficiency, is showing signs of reclaiming his lethal edge just in time for the Asia Cup game against India on September 14.

Rohit, Kohli depart for Australia with Indian team

Rohit, Kohli depart for Australia with Indian team

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, arrived in Delhi on Tuesday and linked up with rest of the Indian team, many of whom were playing in the two-Test series against West Indies.

Gill's comments deepen mystery over Shami's future

Gill's comments deepen mystery over Shami's future

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Shami, 35, was left out of India's 15-member squad for the two home Tests against South Africa, scheduled to commence on Friday at the famed Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Before his most recent snub, Shami had openly expressed his disappointment about being sidelined from India's recent Test fixtures.

Rahul named captain for SA ODIs; Bumrah, Siraj rested

Rahul named captain for SA ODIs; Bumrah, Siraj rested

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

K L Rahul takes over the captaincy after regular skipper Shubman Gill missed the series because of a neck injury.

West Indies fail to qualify for World Cup for first time!

West Indies fail to qualify for World Cup for first time!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

West Indies were knocked out of the race to qualify for the 2023 ODI World Cup after losing to Scotland by seven wickets in the ICC World Cup 2023 qualifier match, in Harare, on Saturday.

Will India Stick To The Same XI In Delhi?

Will India Stick To The Same XI In Delhi?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The final Test begins on Friday in New Delhi, and the Shubman Gill-led side is expected to maintain their winning combination as they look to wrap up the home series.

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin questioned India's team selection for the West Indies Test series, highlighting the curious case of Nitish Reddy's inclusion over proven match-winner Axar Patel.

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.

'We miss Ashwin but one day Jadeja will also be gone'

'We miss Ashwin but one day Jadeja will also be gone'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Obviously, we miss Ashwin but one day Jadeja will also be gone: Ravindra Jadeja

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill joined an unwanted list following the loss to Australia in the first ODI at Perth, becoming the second Indian skipper after Virat Kohli and overall ninth captain to lose their first matches in all three formats as captain.

Lara takes over as 'performance mentor' for West Indies

Lara takes over as 'performance mentor' for West Indies

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Cricket West Indies (CWI) said batting great Brian Lara has agreed to take on the role of "performance mentor" to help players and coaches in all three formats of the game.

Aus tour update: Bumrah rested, Hardik set for rehab

Aus tour update: Bumrah rested, Hardik set for rehab

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'There is always a plan. Whenever you can give him a break, you will.'

Preity Zinta, Cricket And The West Indies...

Preity Zinta, Cricket And The West Indies...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Bollywood stars love travelling. Here's where they're off to these days.

5 Mistakes Which Cost India Kolkata Test

5 Mistakes Which Cost India Kolkata Test

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

This was India's fourth defeat in the last six Tests at home and in all four Tests -- including three against New Zealand -- their batters have flopped against spin.

Why Sarfaraz Wasn't Picked For Windies Tests

Why Sarfaraz Wasn't Picked For Windies Tests

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Asked about it at a media interaction in Dubai, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar clarified: 'He is injured.'

Rohit-Kohli key as India eye series win in Vizag

Rohit-Kohli key as India eye series win in Vizag

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli has two hundreds and a fifty in his last three innings, while Rohit Sharma has a hundred and two fifties in his last four outings.