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'He is looking fit and strong, and he's buzzing as well'

'He is looking fit and strong, and he's buzzing as well'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'We all know what he's capable of achieving in Test cricket and we hope that when the opportunity does arrive for him, he's able to recapture, and also improve on, what he's been able to do already in that form of the game.'

England get Flintoff fillip ahead of 2nd Test

England get Flintoff fillip ahead of 2nd Test

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'It's been a constant thing for us to get some of the greats who are representing England into the environment and helping out.'

Why Gill preferred Sundar over Kuldeep at Edgbaston

Why Gill preferred Sundar over Kuldeep at Edgbaston

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'I think the partnership between me and Washington was very important.'

Why Saudi Arabia Is Livid With The UAE

Why Saudi Arabia Is Livid With The UAE

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

What began as a mentor-protege relationship between UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has now evolved into a broader contest over influence, strategy, and leadership in the Middle East, points out Asif Ullah Khan.

England forced to rethink strategy ahead of Lord's Test

England forced to rethink strategy ahead of Lord's Test

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Besides the surface, the behaviour of the Dukes has also come under scanner with the softer ball hardly offering anything to the bowlers.

Manchester City have injury concern ahead of season

Manchester City have injury concern ahead of season

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Rodri only made return to competitive action in May after eight months out of action due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.

Boos, cheers and fireworks mark Milan Olympics opener

Boos, cheers and fireworks mark Milan Olympics opener

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics commenced with a vibrant opening ceremony, showcasing Italian culture and athletic spirit, while also highlighting global political tensions through crowd reactions and protests.

Windies recall Hope, Roach dropped for Aus Tests

Windies recall Hope, Roach dropped for Aus Tests

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Limited-overs captain Hope has played 38 Tests, the last of which came in Sri Lanka in late 2021.

Run-machine Rishabh Pant on cusp of another record

Run-machine Rishabh Pant on cusp of another record

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The swashbuckling left-hander has a solid record in England, with 808 runs in 10 Tests and 19 innings at an average of 42.52, with four centuries and two fifties. His best score is 146.

Australia sweating over Cummins' fitness for Ashes start

Australia sweating over Cummins' fitness for Ashes start

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

'A couple of weeks ago, did he think he was a chance (to play in Perth)? Potentially not, he was a little bit sore. Then you flip it forward two weeks and there's a lot more positivity. We've still got a little bit to go.'

Maturity, Consistency At Forefront of Rahul's Dominance

Maturity, Consistency At Forefront of Rahul's Dominance

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain also praised Rahul's methodical approach to batting.

India bowler backs Gill's smart captaincy

India bowler backs Gill's smart captaincy

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'He saw opportunities and brought in the right kind of bowlers.'

Why Gen Naravane's Book Sparked Row In Lok Sabha

Why Gen Naravane's Book Sparked Row In Lok Sabha

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir has triggered a controversy by revealing behind-the-scenes decision-making during the 2020 India-China standoff in Ladakh. Its candid account of military and political responses at a critical moment has reignited debate over civil-military relations, accountability, and the limits of disclosure in matters of national security.

Bumrah tired but saves record accomplishment for posterity

Bumrah tired but saves record accomplishment for posterity

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

'The name on the Honours board feels good. It is something I can tell my son about when he is grown up.'

Young Jamie Smith joins elite club

Young Jamie Smith joins elite club

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Walking out with intent and flair, the wicketkeeper-batter smashed a quickfire 51 off just 56 deliveries in the morning session, propelling England to a strong 387.

5 Star Bumrah In A League Of His Own

5 Star Bumrah In A League Of His Own

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Jasprit Bumrah takes a fifer at Lord's and goes past Kapil Dev for most five wicket hauls in away Tests.

U19 WC: India, Bangladesh players shake hands after nail-biter

U19 WC: India, Bangladesh players shake hands after nail-biter

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The strained bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh filtered onto the cricket field as captains of the two teams abstained from making customary handshake ahead of their U-19 World Cup Group A match in Bulawayo on Saturday, though the players from both sides were seen exchanging handshakes and pleasantries on the field at the end of the match.

'The pitches in England look brutal for bowlers'

'The pitches in England look brutal for bowlers'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'I wouldn't bowl to him (Gill) in England, that's for sure.'

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

US ATTACKS VENEZUELA, CAPTURES PRESIDENT MADURO

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

President of the United States Donald Trump on Saturday confirmed that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela during which the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and taken out of the country.

Man City beat Forest to reach third straight FA Cup final

Man City beat Forest to reach third straight FA Cup final

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

City then comfortably closed the game out and victory in their record-extending seventh consecutive FA Cup semi-final means they will face Crystal Palace, who beat Aston Villa 3-0 on Saturday, in the final on May 17.

'India must win this. They won't get this opportunity again'

'India must win this. They won't get this opportunity again'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Ganguly said he would have preferred Arshdeep over Prasidh Krishna.

'He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games'

'He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Vaughan slams Crawley for failing to pounce on opportunities

Root's solution for frequent ball change...

Root's solution for frequent ball change...

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

The over rate has been a big talking point in the series and the frequent for ball change is making matters worse. Bumrah said the hot weather should be taken into account before taking action on slow over rate.

Why Test cricket needs two-tier system

Why Test cricket needs two-tier system

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'The ICC needs to spread the wealth more evenly across the board and if we want two tiers to be competitive and we want teams in the second tier to have the chance to go into the first tier, well, they can't do that without no cash.'

Jaiswal continues dream run vs England

Jaiswal continues dream run vs England

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Jaiswal (87) became the first Indian batter dismissed between (80 to 99) at Birmingham.

Eng-India series: Sachin ensures Pataudi legacy maintained

Eng-India series: Sachin ensures Pataudi legacy maintained

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Cricbuzz reported that, Tendulkar has got in touch with the BCCI and ECB officials to continue honouring the Pataudis.

Bayern Munich held by Hamburg; Barcelona win at Elche; Napoli edge Fiorentina

Bayern Munich held by Hamburg; Barcelona win at Elche; Napoli edge Fiorentina

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Harry Kane scored his 36th goal of the season but Bayern Munich let a second-half lead slip to draw 2-2 with Hamburg SV.

Zareen eyes podium finish at Boxing Worlds

Zareen eyes podium finish at Boxing Worlds

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Nikhat, who recently won a silver medal at the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament 2025, is bolstering her preparations and hopes to make India proud by clinching a medal.

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Playing his 32nd Test, he showed no signs of nervousness and batted with his signature effortless ease.

Sundar reflects on his incisive bowling at Lord's

Sundar reflects on his incisive bowling at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'I had specific plans coming into this Test, and Gauti bhai (Gautam Gambhir) helped me shape and refine them in the lead-up.'

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'There will be things that happen between the two teams but both teams know there's a line you can't cross but it's not really been troubled too much'

All eyes on India's 'lethal weapon' at Lord's

All eyes on India's 'lethal weapon' at Lord's

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Coming off a commanding 336-run win at Edgbaston, Team India not only ended their winless streak at the historic venue, but also levelled the five-match series 1-1 in stunning fashion thanks to Shubman Gill's twin hundreds and a rousing spell from pacer Akash Deep.

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Joe Root was on 36 and digging in when Mohammed Siraj angled one in that rapped him square on the pads. The Indians went up in unison. But umpire Paul Reiffel stood his ground.

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Tuesday.

England's Bazball faces reality check at Edgbaston

England's Bazball faces reality check at Edgbaston

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

'If you get to the point where you can draw the game, of course, we're not stupid enough to think that you have to just win or lose.'

'How Long Must He Wait?'

'How Long Must He Wait?'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'My son looks a little depressed, but that is bound to happen.'

'Don't understand exclusion of Bumrah, Kuldeep'

'Don't understand exclusion of Bumrah, Kuldeep'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'When you play two spinners surely the way for beating them, you get runs on the board and hope the pitch deteriorates.'

PIX: Spurs down Manchester United to end losing streak

PIX: Spurs down Manchester United to end losing streak

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

United manager Ruben Amorim's tough start to life at Old Trafford continues though and the Portuguese has now lost eight of the 14 Premier League matches since he took charge.

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

'China could suffer up to 100,000 casualties in failed Taiwan invasion'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The report evaluates the likely military, strategic and international fallout for China under scenarios ranging from a "major war" to a "minor conflict" with Taiwan, Focus Taiwan said.

Boxing Nationals: No stopping Nikhat, Lovlina!

Boxing Nationals: No stopping Nikhat, Lovlina!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Nikhat, Lovlina win titles at Boxing Nationals; Hussamuddin caps comeback with gold