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Fit-again Shaw returns to action in Mushtaq Ali T20

Fit-again Shaw returns to action in Mushtaq Ali T20

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

India international Ajinkya Rahane will lead the Mumbai team in the T20 tournament, which will be played in Indore from February 21 to 28.

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

R Ashwin has urged selectors and team management to show faith in Tilak Varma and include the left-hander in the World Cup squad.

When Musharraf hailed Balaji: 'You are a great soldier... I salute your spirit'

When Musharraf hailed Balaji: 'You are a great soldier... I salute your spirit'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Lakshmipathy Balaji turned out to be the cynosure of all eyes during the Indian cricket team's tour of Pakistan in 2004.

Ashwin picked for Australia ODIs; Rohit, Kohli rested

Ashwin picked for Australia ODIs; Rohit, Kohli rested

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin's World Cup hopes got a big boost after he was picked in the Indian squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia.

PHOTOS: Kuldeep, Kishan power India to easy win

PHOTOS: Kuldeep, Kishan power India to easy win

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Kuldeep Yadav picked up four wickets and Ishan Kishan slammed a quickfire half-century as India crushed West Indies by five wickets in the first ODI.

Who should decide Dhoni's future?

Who should decide Dhoni's future?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

Veteran cricketer Kapil Dev, on Saturday, said the topic of wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni's future in T20s is better left to the selectors.

IPL: Why Mumbai Indians are struggling this year...

IPL: Why Mumbai Indians are struggling this year...

Rediff.com4 May 2018

Former India pacer Ajit Agarkar blamed the Mumbai Indians' middle order for the defending champions' poor show in the ongoing Indian Premier League.

Mohali ODI: Perfect platform for Surya, Iyer to test themselves against Aus

Mohali ODI: Perfect platform for Surya, Iyer to test themselves against Aus

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

As much as Ishan Kishan has done his bit, India will need Iyer, the proverbial slayer of spin bowling in the middle overs during the World Cup.

WATCH: Cricket legends take lap of honour at Eden Gardens!

WATCH: Cricket legends take lap of honour at Eden Gardens!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Kapil Dev, Anil Kumble, Krishnamachari Srikkanth, Dilip Vengsarkar and Mohammad Azharuddin took a lap around the 'Mecca of Indian cricket'

Perth Test, Day 4: Interesting numbers

Perth Test, Day 4: Interesting numbers

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Mohammed Shami set two records on day 4 of the Perth Test, says Rajneesh Gupta.

How 5-day D/N game affects cricketers...

How 5-day D/N game affects cricketers...

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

'It will be a bit challenging (for the players) to set the body clock'

IPL 2020: Indian players will wonder where fans are

IPL 2020: Indian players will wonder where fans are

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The 13th edition of IPL, which will get underway on September 19, will be held in a bio-secure environment behind closed doors -- at least the first phase -- in the wake of the raging COVID-19 pandemic.

Will India Play Samson Or Kishan Vs Pakistan?

Will India Play Samson Or Kishan Vs Pakistan?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the Asia Cup match against Pakistan?

IPL: Can Rayudu fill Raina void at CSK?

IPL: Can Rayudu fill Raina void at CSK?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

'I know that the CSK squad is deep, they've got a lot of options at the top, but I also believe that as much as the pressure is now on to find that No. 3, it's just probably the most challenging time that I can look for anyway for CSK.'

No Army paratroopers for handing over pink ball to captains

No Army paratroopers for handing over pink ball to captains

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

According to sources at CAB, the security clearance did not come a day ahead of the historic match between India and Bangladesh in Kolkata.

Dhoni unperturbed by calls to quit

Dhoni unperturbed by calls to quit

Rediff.com12 Nov 2017

'The biggest motivation is being a part of the Indian cricket team.'

Zaheer back for Mumbai in Ranji QF vs Maharashtra

Zaheer back for Mumbai in Ranji QF vs Maharashtra

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

After an impressive comeback on India's tour of South Africa, pacer Zaheer Khan is hoping to inspire Mumbai in the crucial Ranji Trophy quarter-final against Maharashtra, starting Wednesday.

Meet BCCI's new chairman of selectors

Meet BCCI's new chairman of selectors

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Sunil Joshi replaced MSK Prasad (South Zone), who had an extended run after completing his four-year tenure. Joshi's selection from South Zone and Harvinder getting picked from Central Zone also shows that the Board has stuck with the zonal policy.

The best player of India's home season is...

The best player of India's home season is...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Ravindra Jadeja has been voted as the best player of India's home season in a poll conducted by ESPNCricinfo.

IPL Auction: Will RCB pick Holder?

IPL Auction: Will RCB pick Holder?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Jason Holder could well turn out to be one of the most expensive buys at this edition of IPL

'The selectors need to have a closer look at what Dhoni is doing'

'The selectors need to have a closer look at what Dhoni is doing'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Former India fast bowler Ajit Agarkar has questioned Mahendra Singh Dhoni's place in the Indian team and urged the selectors to scrutinise his performance as a player as well as captain in the limited overs format.

Rohit Sharma bags a hat-trick of trophies

Rohit Sharma bags a hat-trick of trophies

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Rohit Sharma won the prestigious Maruti Suzuki ESPN Cricinfo award for the third year in a row.

Cricket Buzz: Tendulkar, Vengsarkar eligible to vote in MCA polls

Cricket Buzz: Tendulkar, Vengsarkar eligible to vote in MCA polls

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar and Dilip Vengsarkar are among 39 international players eligible to vote in the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) elections, scheduled to be held in Mumbai on October 4.

India vs Australia: How the numbers stack up

India vs Australia: How the numbers stack up

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

Cricketing superpowers clash in an ODI series Sunday onwards. Rajeesh Gupta gives us all the numbers on India-Australia one day encounters.

Warne's Warriors too good for Sachin's Blasters in Game 2

Warne's Warriors too good for Sachin's Blasters in Game 2

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Andrew Symonds bagged four wickets and Saqlain Mushtaq two as Warne Warriors easily defeated Sachin Blasters by 57 runs in Game 2 of the Cricket All-Stars series in Houston on Wednesday night.

Pujara, Rahane, Pandya downgraded in BCCI central contracts

Pujara, Rahane, Pandya downgraded in BCCI central contracts

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Controversial keeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha, who has been dropped from the Test team, will still earn Rs 1 crore in annual income after being demoted from group B to C.

Asia Cup: K L Rahul to miss Pakistan, Nepal matches

Asia Cup: K L Rahul to miss Pakistan, Nepal matches

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Wicketkeeper-batter K L Rahul will miss India's first two matches of the upcoming Asia Cup after failing to recover fully from a niggle.

'Kohli, Dhoni need to be in form for India to do well at World Cup'

'Kohli, Dhoni need to be in form for India to do well at World Cup'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

Former pacer Ajit Agarkar feels a sterner test awaits Mahendra Singh Dhoni's side when they take on a much stronger South Africa in their second pool match on Sunday.

Nehra's comeback has motivated me to do well: Zaheer

Nehra's comeback has motivated me to do well: Zaheer

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Former India fast bowling great Zaheer Khan said that seeing his bowling partner Ashish Nehra make a successful comeback in international cricket has motivated him to do well in his last season of Indian Premier League. However, the 37-year old also said that he doesn't regret his decision to retire from international cricket. "I am very happy with my decision and I am sticking to that. I am very happy to see Ashish Nehra do well. In fact, he has motivated me quite a lot to get back to training. "I was very clear about walking away from international cricket. I am just happy to play this form of cricket. You kind of give it back while guiding the youngsters. This is something that I enjoy," said the captain of Delhi Daredevils.

Here's what Tendulkar expects from Ganguly as BCCI president

Here's what Tendulkar expects from Ganguly as BCCI president

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Ganguly is set to be elected unopposed BCCI president on October 23 at the Board's Annual General Meeting.

'Sachin expressed willingness on the possibility of All-Stars event in Pakistan'

'Sachin expressed willingness on the possibility of All-Stars event in Pakistan'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Shoaib Akhtar has requested Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar to hold the All-Stars Cricket event in Pakistan as well.

Sydney Test: Rohit getting match-practice for World Cup?

Sydney Test: Rohit getting match-practice for World Cup?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

'Rohit has been dropped two Tests back and then to bring him back, it's a little bit strange to drop Pujara'

Jaffer's 14-year-old nephew Armaan in Mumbai Ranji probables list

Jaffer's 14-year-old nephew Armaan in Mumbai Ranji probables list

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

In an interesting move, the Mumbai selection committee decided to include 14-year-old Armaan Jaffer in the Ranji Trophy probables list along with his uncle and state team stalwart Wasim Jaffer.

'Pant's way of thinking has shades of Kohli and Williamson'

'Pant's way of thinking has shades of Kohli and Williamson'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Pant was appointed as the Delhi Capitals skipper following the injury to regular captain Shreyas Iyer,

Shastri once again fiercely defends Dhoni

Shastri once again fiercely defends Dhoni

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

Look at your career before commenting on Dhoni: Shastri

Ganguly wants Dhoni to play T20Is 'more freely'

Ganguly wants Dhoni to play T20Is 'more freely'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2017

Ganguly however feels Dhoni has a lot of cricket left in him, especially in one-dayers.

'It's time Ishant starts spearheading the attack and take wickets'

'It's time Ishant starts spearheading the attack and take wickets'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

Former India pacer Ajit Agarkar feels that Ishant Sharma should step up in a leadership role as the bowling unit has the skill set and ability to take 20 Australian wickets in the third Test starting at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Dravid asked to depose before ethics officer on September 26

Dravid asked to depose before ethics officer on September 26

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Earlier this month, former Supreme Court judge Jain had asked Dravid to respond in writing after receiving a complaint from Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) life member Sanjeev Gupta.

Check out Ganguly's Dream India XI

Check out Ganguly's Dream India XI

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Who are the five current Indian cricketers Dada would have loved to have in his team?

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Several top cricketers are expected to attend the meeting in the presence of at least one Committee of Administrators (CoA) member. They are expected to deliberate on the issue at length.