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IPL Preview: RCB fight for survival against down and out Delhi

IPL Preview: RCB fight for survival against down and out Delhi

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Royal Challengers Bangalore will have rise to the occasion when they take on the already-eliminated Delhi Daredevil

Will Sunrisers' Warner continue his run riot against RCB?

Will Sunrisers' Warner continue his run riot against RCB?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Warner would be looking to make the most of the early start and put runs on the board again.

SA v Aus, 3rd Test, Day 1: Turning point

SA v Aus, 3rd Test, Day 1: Turning point

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Pat Cummins proved the catalyst for an huge change in fortunes for Australia as he halted a South African charge and left the hosts reeling at the close on the opening day of the third Test on Thursday.

Lara names McCullum captain of his Dream World Cup XI

Lara names McCullum captain of his Dream World Cup XI

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Former West Indies great Brian Lara has named Brendon McCullum as skipper of his Dream World Cup XI, which has three Indians in it.

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The Baggy Green is synonymous with the Australian cricket team's Test cap and ICC also took it sportingly and apologised with a smile

Virat Kohli named in Wisden cricketers of the decade list

Virat Kohli named in Wisden cricketers of the decade list

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Kohli became the most successful Test captain for India and also became the first to win seven successive Test games.

Champions Trophy: Who said what

Champions Trophy: Who said what

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

There was no shortage of quotable quotes. Here's some of the more memorable ones.

How Mumbai Indians bowlers plan to stop Kohli & Co.

How Mumbai Indians bowlers plan to stop Kohli & Co.

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Mumbai Indians all-rounder Hardik Pandya said his team's focus against Royal Challengers Bangalore in their Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru on Wednesday would be bowling with discipline and avoid conceding far too many runs on a high-scoring ground.

Meet the first Singapore cricketer set to play in IPL

Meet the first Singapore cricketer set to play in IPL

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

The second phase of IPL 2021 will feature a Singapore cricketer for the first time with Royal Challengers Bangalore bringing in T20 specialist Tim David, who has made a name for himself in the leagues around the world.

Not resting on its laurels, SA ready for a 'different ballgame'

Not resting on its laurels, SA ready for a 'different ballgame'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

South Africa's skipper A B de Villiers is a satisfied man as his team beat World No 1 side 2-0 in the three-match ODI series. And AB de Villiers felt that his team ought to be proud of this achievement.

Indian can win against odds in all conditions: Hayden

Indian can win against odds in all conditions: Hayden

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

The Indian team has all the markings of a great team as it can not only fight it out but win against the odds in all conditions, former Australia opener Matthew Hayden said.

IPL PHOTOS: Pune Warriors vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

IPL PHOTOS: Pune Warriors vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Pune Warriors and Royal Challengers Bangalore, on Thursday.

Dhoni retains No 1 spot in ODI rankings

Dhoni retains No 1 spot in ODI rankings

Rediff.com13 Jul 2010

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has retained his top spot in the ICC ODI rankings but is closely followed by South African AB de Villiers, who has narrowed the gap with the Indian captain to just two points.

PHOTOS: Kohli, Gayle unveil RCB's jersey for IPL 9

PHOTOS: Kohli, Gayle unveil RCB's jersey for IPL 9

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

Virat Kohli, on Thursday, launched the jersey of his team, Royal Challengers Bangalore, with the dashing Chris Gayle.

South Africa thrash Windies by 66 runs

South Africa thrash Windies by 66 runs

Rediff.com23 May 2010

South Africa eased to a 66-run victory over West Indies thanks to centuries by Hashim Amla and AB de Villiers and some aggressive bowling in the first One-day International on Saturday.

South Africa retain Du Plessis as T20 captain

South Africa retain Du Plessis as T20 captain

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

South Africa have retained Faf du Plessis as captain of their T20 squad for the two-match cricket series against Pakistan starting on March 1 after AB de Villiers asked not to be considered for the role.

Peterson hauls SA back into second Test

Peterson hauls SA back into second Test

Rediff.com16 Feb 2013

Robin Peterson and AB de Villiers hauled South Africa back into the game on the third day of the second Test against Pakistan at Newlands on Saturday.

RCB aim to maintain winning run but bowling a worry

RCB aim to maintain winning run but bowling a worry

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore have won only three games out of 10 in IPL-12 so far.

PHOTOS: Kohli shines, but South Africa on top

PHOTOS: Kohli shines, but South Africa on top

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

India captain Virat Kohli blazed a magnificent century, but South Africa hold the upper hand as they reached 90 for two in their second innings on a difficult wicket after rain and then bad light curtailed day three of the second Test on Monday.

KKR fret over Russell injury as they take on a resurgent RCB

KKR fret over Russell injury as they take on a resurgent RCB

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

For KKR, the biggest cause of concern will be the availability of big-hitter Andre Russell, who hurt his knee when he dived into the advertisement boards after missing a catch on Saturday.

Kohli-Tendulkar comparison unfair, says Yuvraj

Kohli-Tendulkar comparison unfair, says Yuvraj

Rediff.com6 May 2016

Yuvraj Singh feels Virat Kohli is the best batsman of this generation, but it unfair to compare India's Test captain with Sachin Tendulkar.

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli believes 'Qualifiers' and 'Eliminators' are terms coined simply to create more pressure and insists that his side is capable of winning two more games to reach the IPL final.

After maiden win, RCB look to spoil Mumbai's party

After maiden win, RCB look to spoil Mumbai's party

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

Despite the win against KXIP, RCB remain at the bottom of the points table and remain to win all their remaining league games to have any hopes of progressing in the tournament.

Battle of equals: Virat Kohli's RCB up against Shreyas Iyer's Delhi Capitals

Battle of equals: Virat Kohli's RCB up against Shreyas Iyer's Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

Both DC and RCB have looked solid so far and are placed atop the standings with three wins out of four games each.

IPL: Will Kohli get back among the runs in Battle of Royals?

IPL: Will Kohli get back among the runs in Battle of Royals?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

The dew factor will go out of the window but the searing heat will be an issue when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on a better prepared Rajasthan Royals in the first of the 10 IPL double-headers, in Abu Dhabi, on Saturday.

Can RCB make up lost ground vs Delhi Capitals?

Can RCB make up lost ground vs Delhi Capitals?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

In charge of a house in complete disorder, Virat Kohli will hope that Royal Challengers Bangalore play in the manner that defines his cricket when they meet Delhi Capitals in the IPL match in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Know your IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore

Know your IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

Rajneesh Gupta presents statistical summary of Royal Challengers Bangalore and much more.

IPL: RCB aim to get back to winning ways against Sunrisers

IPL: RCB aim to get back to winning ways against Sunrisers

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore will look to shrug off the disappointment of two back-to-back defeats and get back to winning ways when they taken on Sunrisers Hyderabad as they aim to seal their place in the play-offs, in the IPL match, in Sharjah, on Saturday.

'Faf did not get enough credit, but his was the most important knock'

'Faf did not get enough credit, but his was the most important knock'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Inspite of blasting a 61-ball 119 in the fifth and final ODI against India, South African skipper AB De Villiers has played down his effort in comparison to teammate Faf du Plessis's more sedate 133, saying the knock helped other batsmen free up.

What RCB must do to win

What RCB must do to win

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

put on a disciplined show with the ball as they restricted RCB to 152/7 in their 20 overs at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

IPL: Bangalore post convincing win against Rajasthan

IPL: Bangalore post convincing win against Rajasthan

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

AB de Villiers blazed his way to the second fastest fifty in this edition of the Indian Premier League before KP Appanna did a star turn with the ball to help Royal Challengers Bangalore post a convincing 46-run win over Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Monday.

ICC considering crackdown on bat size

ICC considering crackdown on bat size

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering a limit on bat size less than two weeks before the 2015 World Cup beginning February 14 in Australia and New Zealand.

Kolkata expecting Bangalore to come hard at them

Kolkata expecting Bangalore to come hard at them

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Piyush Chawla says the Royal Challengers Bangalore will certainly bounce back in the IPL because of the quality players in their ranks.

Not being favourites could work for South Africa: Wessels

Not being favourites could work for South Africa: Wessels

Rediff.com21 May 2019

South Africa will dearly miss AB de Villiers in the World Cup. De Villiers announced a shock retirement from international cricket last year.

IPL PHOTOS: Rohit steers Mumbai to play-offs

IPL PHOTOS: Rohit steers Mumbai to play-offs

Rediff.com1 May 2017

Captain Rohit Sharma led from the front with an unbeaten half-century to steer Mumbai Indians to a hard-earned five-wicket victory against Royal Challengers Bangalore, in Mumbai, on Monday.

PICS: Rahul hits hundred as Kings humble Royal Challengers

PICS: Rahul hits hundred as Kings humble Royal Challengers

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Images from Thursday's IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore, in Dubai.

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Virat Kohli retained the top spot among batsmen while India were placed third among ODI teams in the latest ICC Rankings issued on Thursday.

Sunrisers eye play-off berth in clash against RCB

Sunrisers eye play-off berth in clash against RCB

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Captain Kane Williamson, all-rounder Vijay Shankar and comeback man Wriddhiman Saha will look to score in the key match.

Sehwag on how he tried to copy Tendulkar

Sehwag on how he tried to copy Tendulkar

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Former India opener Virender Sehwag recollected how he copied legendary batsman and his longtime opening partner Sachin Tendulkar after watching him bat for the first time on TV during the 1992 World Cup.

Depleted Rajasthan face uphill task against Bangalore

Depleted Rajasthan face uphill task against Bangalore

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Weakened by the departure of Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes, Rajasthan Royals will have their task cut out when they lock horns with a resurgent Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League match in Jaipur on Saturday.