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Will Jadeja Captain Rajasthan Royals?

Will Jadeja Captain Rajasthan Royals?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Ravindra Jadeja agreed to return to the Rajasthan Royals, where he played the first two IPL seasons, taking a pay cut from Rs 18 crore to Rs 14 crore.

Kohli is trying a bit too hard: Kumble

Kohli is trying a bit too hard: Kumble

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble believes Virat Kohli is putting too much pressure on himself in his bid to regain form.

He'll attack from ball one: Kumble's Rohit prediction

He'll attack from ball one: Kumble's Rohit prediction

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes that the ongoing Champions Trophy in Pakistan and Dubai could be the last ICC tournament for Rohit Sharma, who is 37 years old and has struggled for runs in recent times. Manjrekar feels that it's "very unlikely" that Rohit will be around for the 2027 World Cup, and that this tournament could be his swansong.

Chappell backs Kohli in Kumble controversy

Chappell backs Kohli in Kumble controversy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

In his column for ESPNCricinfo, Chappell played down the role of a coach in any team, saying "if a coach is to be inflicted on a captain, it should be someone with whom he is comfortable".

'I Hoped To See You Go Beyond 619'

'I Hoped To See You Go Beyond 619'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

'I was rooting for you to break my record.'

Bhajji backs inclusion of two spinners at Leeds

Bhajji backs inclusion of two spinners at Leeds

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Drawing on his own experience, Harbhajan recalled India's bold decision to field two spinners at Headingley in 2002, when he and Anil Kumble bagged 11 wickets between them on a green top.

Captain's Knock! Shreyas Iyer Smashes Punjab Kings To Victory Against SRH

Captain's Knock! Shreyas Iyer Smashes Punjab Kings To Victory Against SRH

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer once again proved his worth as a leader and a batter, guiding Punjab Kings to a commanding six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

'Class' Ashwin overtakes Kumble

'Class' Ashwin overtakes Kumble

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin becomes leading wicket-taker in Border-Gavaskar Trophy history

DKS ends rumours: Bengaluru keeps entire IPL season

DKS ends rumours: Bengaluru keeps entire IPL season

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that Indian Premier League (IPL) matches will not be shifted from Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium.

SEE: KXIP coach Kumble turns Shami's photographer

SEE: KXIP coach Kumble turns Shami's photographer

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Anil Kumble and Mohammed Shami take a break from all the practice.

Why Jaiswal needs to take a leaf out of Sachin's book!

Why Jaiswal needs to take a leaf out of Sachin's book!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sachin once removed the drive in Australia; maybe Jaiswal needs to shelve the cut shot: Steyn

Revealed: The truth about Kumble's exit as coach

Revealed: The truth about Kumble's exit as coach

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The panel wanted Anil Kumble to continue as India's coach but the former captain was bent on quitting after his fallout with skipper Virat Kohli last year.

Why Rahul Dravid Loved Rohit Sharma's Captaincy!

Why Rahul Dravid Loved Rohit Sharma's Captaincy!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Former India coach Rahul Dravid found Rohit Sharma's openness to change a major positive while he was leading the team.

Jadeja Surpasses Kumble's World Cup Record

Jadeja Surpasses Kumble's World Cup Record

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Ravindra Jadeja took 2/49 against the Netherlands to take his wicket tally in World Cup 2023 to 16.

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'The love we give away is the only love we keep,' Ashwin captioned a video posted on his X feed.

WATCH! Sachin, Yuvi, Kumble celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

WATCH! Sachin, Yuvi, Kumble celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The stars took to social medal to upload images while celebrating the festival and also wished the fans

Dhoni greatest but Kumble best captain I played under: Gambhir

Dhoni greatest but Kumble best captain I played under: Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

The numbers are heavily in favour of Mahendra Singh Dhoni but former India batsman Gautam Gambhir says spin legend Anil Kumble was the best India captain he has ever played under. Gambhir has high regards for Dhoni and Sourav Ganguly as India skippers, but believes Kumble would have been phenomenal as captain had he led the national team for a longer period.

Bangalore cheers Kumble's captaincy

Bangalore cheers Kumble's captaincy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

The office of the Karnataka State Cricket Association at Chinnaswamy stadium wore a deserted look after India lost to Pakistan in the Mohali cliffhanger. By the time the Board of Cricket Control announced Kumble's captaincy on Thursday night, most of KSCA members had left.

Gayle: Punjab Kings Disrespected Me, I Was In Tears

Gayle: Punjab Kings Disrespected Me, I Was In Tears

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'There was too much of bullshit and I am the Universe Boss and I don't like bullshit.'

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

It was on 7th February 1999, that Anil Kumble became just the second bowler in the history of cricket to take all ten wickets in an innings of a Test match. He achieved the feat against Pakistan at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, now known as Arun Jaitley cricket stadium in Delhi during the second Test of the two-match series.

Kumble on why Punjab Kings didn't retain KL Rahul

Kumble on why Punjab Kings didn't retain KL Rahul

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Punjab Kings's Director Of Cricket Operations Anil Kumble said the franchise was keen to retain captain KL Rahul but the Karnataka right-handed opted to go back into the auction pool.

R. Ashwin Calls Time on IPL Career

R. Ashwin Calls Time on IPL Career

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League, ending a 16-year association with the tournament.

In Numbers: How India fared under Kumble

In Numbers: How India fared under Kumble

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

How does Anil Kumble compare with the other India coaches this century?

Is it the end of road of coach Kumble?

Is it the end of road of coach Kumble?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Anil Kumble has not accompanied the Indian team to the West Indies for a limited-overs series starting June 23, citing his commitment to an ICC meeting in London.

Kumble@50: Check out the spin legend's career highlights

Kumble@50: Check out the spin legend's career highlights

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

On the occasion of his 50th birthday, a look at Anil Kumble's amazing career!

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

While big buys grabbed attention, several franchises quietly walked away with proven performers at throwaway prices -- the kind of signings that often make the difference between mid-table finishes and title runs.

Record Alert! Jadeja goes past Zaheer

Record Alert! Jadeja goes past Zaheer

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The most wickets by an Indian in international cricket are by spinner Anil Kumble, with 953 scalps at an average of 30.06, with best figures of 10/74, with 37 five-wicket hauls and eight ten-fers.

Young players need exposure to foreign leagues: Kumble

Young players need exposure to foreign leagues: Kumble

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

"I think it's important that you need to have everything that you need to do, so that come 2024, you are well prepared to take on a World Cup event,"

Kumble appointed India Test captain

Kumble appointed India Test captain

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

The 37-year-old leg-spinner, who succeeded Rahul Dravid, will lead the team in the Test series against Pakistan.

Pujara recalls late mum's advice at wife's book launch

Pujara recalls late mum's advice at wife's book launch

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Pujara recalled the struggles made by his parents to support his career.

10 Nail-Biting Finishes In IPL history

10 Nail-Biting Finishes In IPL history

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Since the inception of the Indian Premier League in 2008, we've witnessed many a matches that have kept us on the edge of our seats. Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff takes you down memory lane to relive some nail-biters in the history of the IPL.

Kohli deletes tweet welcoming Kumble as coach

Kohli deletes tweet welcoming Kumble as coach

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

But the Indian captain has now said a lot without even uttering a single word -- by deleting a tweet from 2016.

Dravid welcomes Kumble's election in KSCA

Dravid welcomes Kumble's election in KSCA

Rediff.com22 Nov 2010

Rahul Dravid on Monday welcomed Anil Kumble faction's landslide victory in the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) elections but said the real work for the group begins now.

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

According to a source in the BCCI, Kumble said: 'He doesn't want to continue with the team'

Kumble named chairman of ICC Cricket Committee

Kumble named chairman of ICC Cricket Committee

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

Former India captain Anil Kumble was on Thursday unanimously appointed chairman of ICC's Cricket Committee by the game's governing body, replacing West Indies great Clive Lloyd.

World Photography Day: Check out Kumble's perfect 10

World Photography Day: Check out Kumble's perfect 10

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

On World Photography Day, we present some of the best pictures from Anil Kumble's wildlife photography collection.

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

India's record-breaking chase against Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup semifinal sent a wave of pride and emotion through the country's sporting fraternity.

SEE: Ashwin receives Padma Shri

SEE: Ashwin receives Padma Shri

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Ashwin retired from the game as the second highest wicket-taker for India in Tests with 537 scalps in 106 games, leaving him only behind Anil Kumble (619 wickets).

'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.

All about the Kumble-Kohli rift

All about the Kumble-Kohli rift

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

As Team India begins its campaign in the Champions Trophy, many await the outcome of the Virat Kohli-Anil Kumble tangle.