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Ashwin hails Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive debut: 'He's the new star in the making!'

Ashwin hails Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive debut: 'He's the new star in the making!'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Jaiswal remained composed, primarily adopting a defensive approach throughout the evening.

Kohli addresses team in nets; Rohit works on batting

Kohli addresses team in nets; Rohit works on batting

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The youngsters in the side couldn't have got a better mentor than 'King' Kohli himself to guide them with his words of wisdom.

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The other Indian bowlers who have taken 300 Test wickets or more include Anil Kumble (619), R Ashwin (524), Kapil Dev (434), Harbhajan Singh (417), Ishant Sharma (311) and Zaheer Khan (311).

Why Kohli Is On The Back Foot

Why Kohli Is On The Back Foot

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'He knows that Gabba will be a different wicket where he will get to face a lot of bounce and pace and that back foot game needs to be included in his game.'

India's transition could make for a tough Aus tour

India's transition could make for a tough Aus tour

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

With Kohli and Rohit misfiring, the pressure has mounted on opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and India's middle order to put the kind of scores on the board their bowlers can defend.

Test Rankings: Ashwin inches closer to top spot

Test Rankings: Ashwin inches closer to top spot

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Ashwin rose a place to second, while Ravindra Jadeja jumped seven rungs to be among the top-10 bowlers

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.

'Make the most of Kohli's last hurrah in Australia'

'Make the most of Kohli's last hurrah in Australia'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Langer remains hopeful for Kohli's comeback, saying, "I just hope, if this is the last time (Kohli) is out here, people enjoy it because he is a superstar."

Poor bowling reserves a worry for transitioning India

Poor bowling reserves a worry for transitioning India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

As many as four world-class match-winners are expected to bid adieu to the game one by one in the next couple of years and Gautam Gambhir is in an unenviable position as head coach.

When Ashwin got philosophical

When Ashwin got philosophical

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Ashwin became India's second highest wicket-taker in Test matches after he surpassed legendary Kapil Dev's tally of 434 wickets.

Rohit will look to better his stats against Australia

Rohit will look to better his stats against Australia

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

The biggest positives with the bat in Perth were Virat Kohli regaining his rhythm and Jaiswal's coming of age hundred in his debut Test in Australia. Both will look to build on those significant gains in Adelaide.

Will India Include Kuldeep For Kanpur Test?

Will India Include Kuldeep For Kanpur Test?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh?

Perth Test: 6 Match Ups To Look Out For

Perth Test: 6 Match Ups To Look Out For

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Any of these match ups could influence the outcome of the Perth Test.

We didn't bat well: Shanto on B'desh's struggles

We didn't bat well: Shanto on B'desh's struggles

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Shanto's reflections underscore the need for improved consistency and seizing critical moments as Bangladesh aims to bounce back in future Tests.

India looking at Ashwin's class and experience as World Cup back up

India looking at Ashwin's class and experience as World Cup back up

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Rohit said the third ODI against Australia will give the team a chance to test their consistency.

Ashwin should not over-plan against Australia: Shastri

Ashwin should not over-plan against Australia: Shastri

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin's form will decide the fate of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, said former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who wouldn't want the team's premier spinner to 'over-plan' against Australia.

'Lyon Is The Best Finger Spinner Ever'

'Lyon Is The Best Finger Spinner Ever'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'He's got a pretty good record against Indian batsmen (123 wickets in 28 Tests versus India).' 'In India too he has a great record (56 wickets in 11 Tests in India), that is a pretty good record against a country that traditionally plays spin very well.'

How Patel-Ashwin rescued India on Day 2

How Patel-Ashwin rescued India on Day 2

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Patel smashed 74 and dominated his 114-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Ashwin to rescue India

When Ashwin brought out Warner inside...

When Ashwin brought out Warner inside...

Rediff.com21 May 2022

'I've been quite innovative in terms of trying to adapt to new techniques and I'm very thankful to the people who have put work behind those.'

'No Rule More Unfair Than IPL's RTM'

'No Rule More Unfair Than IPL's RTM'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

'If a franchise has released a player because they don't see him in their top four or five, then what gives them the right to jump in during an auction?'

India's worst home total: A day to forget for the hosts

India's worst home total: A day to forget for the hosts

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Woeful India dismissed for 46 as New Zealand pacers run riot

India's plans thwarted by rain on Day 1 at Gabba

India's plans thwarted by rain on Day 1 at Gabba

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

India will have to wait until day two to show their skills and may need early wickets to force a third consecutive result in the series.

Ashwin gives a mouth-shutting reply to his critics

Ashwin gives a mouth-shutting reply to his critics

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Ashwin has taken a slight dig at people who perceive him as an 'overthinker'

WTC Final: Will India play Ashwin and Jadeja at spin-friendly Oval?

WTC Final: Will India play Ashwin and Jadeja at spin-friendly Oval?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Vettori also expects Cameron Green to play a big part in the WTC final, especially after his superb showing in the just-concluded IPL.

Formidable India eye record-extending run in Kanpur

Formidable India eye record-extending run in Kanpur

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

India would want their big guns Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to fire when the mighty hosts aim for a clean sweep against a beleaguered Bangladesh in the second and final Test starting in Kanpur on Friday.

6'4 Spinner Called For India Nets

6'4" Spinner Called For India Nets

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

'Ajit Agarkar and his co-selectors have been impressed with Himanshu for a while and have been tracking his progress.'

'India Will Bounce Back In Brisbane'

'India Will Bounce Back In Brisbane'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'Going into Brisbane, India need a tight strategy for Travis Head and they need to get Akash Deep in and maybe Ravindra Jadeja for Ashwin.'

'Love to be able to execute Ashwin style carrom ball'

'Love to be able to execute Ashwin style carrom ball'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Todd Murphy wants to learn R Ashwin's carrom ball to enhance his skills.

Reader Pix: A Fun Garba In Our Building

Reader Pix: A Fun Garba In Our Building

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

As you look your best during these nine days, with gorgeous costumes and jewellery, share your fun moments with us. Write in to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Navratri Pix).

Ashwin, Jadeja are marathon players for us: Rohit

Ashwin, Jadeja are marathon players for us: Rohit

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Rohit had no hesitation in admitting that Ashwin and Jadeja have been the primary reasons for India's success in the last decade.

My Top Films Of 2024

My Top Films Of 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Despite the mediocrity at large, these films had me in raptures for the emotions they evoked within as a cheering audience, critic and cinephile.

Will Ashwin, Tilak find their way into 17-member Asia Cup squad?

Will Ashwin, Tilak find their way into 17-member Asia Cup squad?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

With key players -- KL Rahul (thigh) and Shreyas Iyer (lower back) yet to prove their fitness, the BCCI top brass and selectors could opt for safer options that gives them an opportunity to check all available players in the five (six if they reach final) Asia Cup games in Sri Lanka.

We're not afraid of any conditions: Rohit Sharma

We're not afraid of any conditions: Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Rohit Sharma on Sunday emphasised on building his team around "strong bowling options" in order to take the conditions out of the equation as they gear up for the challenges that lay ahead in the run-up to the World Test Championship.

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'When it comes to playing spin, the only way, spend time playing against it for hours and hours and hours.'

Will India Play 4 Spinners In Mumbai?

Will India Play 4 Spinners In Mumbai?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

New Zealand can become only the second team to inflict a series whitewash on India in their backyard.

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur, on Friday.

'You don't expect Bumrah to bowl from both ends'

'You don't expect Bumrah to bowl from both ends'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah is only human and cannot always shoulder the responsibility of bowling opposition out all by himself, skipper Rohit Sharma said.

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.

PIX: Rain reigns on Day 1 of Australia-India third Test

PIX: Rain reigns on Day 1 of Australia-India third Test

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Images from Day 1 of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Saturday.

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.