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NZ's Ajaz Patel auctions 10-wicket haul shirt for hospital

NZ's Ajaz Patel auctions 10-wicket haul shirt for hospital

Rediff.com6 May 2022

New Zealand's Ajaz Patel is auctioning the shirt he wore to claim all 10 wickets in a Mumbai Test in December to raise money for a hospital in Auckland.

'Bappa's blessings are forever with everyone'

'Bappa's blessings are forever with everyone'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Berrettini powers into fourth round at Indian Wells

Berrettini powers into fourth round at Indian Wells

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

Badosa beats Fernandez; Swiatek, Halep storm into quarter-finals

Here's why Shastri sympathises with Shikhar Dhawan

Here's why Shastri sympathises with Shikhar Dhawan

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

'He's vastly experienced. He doesn't get the accolades that he deserves'

India begin World Cup preparation in New Zealand

India begin World Cup preparation in New Zealand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The importance of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand was not lost on Dhawan

Whatever we can do, we will be willing to do: Jaishankar on Ukraine

Whatever we can do, we will be willing to do: Jaishankar on Ukraine

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The people will view it from their viewpoint, their immediate interest, historical experiences, their insecurities, he said.

India's Powerplay batting in focus in must-win 2nd NZ ODI

India's Powerplay batting in focus in must-win 2nd NZ ODI

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

India will expect a better approach from skipper Shikhar Dhawan and young Shubman Gill in the Powerplay overs when the team clashes with New Zealand in a do-or-die second One-Day International, in Hamilton, on Sunday.

No Williamson, Southee; Santner to captain NZ in India T20s

No Williamson, Southee; Santner to captain NZ in India T20s

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Veteran all-rounder Mitchell Santner will captain the New Zealand side for the three-match T20I series against India.

Injury scare for Emma; Venus ousted in marathon match

Injury scare for Emma; Venus ousted in marathon match

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

China's Zhu Lin, who outlasted Venus Williams 3-6, 6-2, 7-5 in a rain-hit match that ran two hours and 23 minutes.

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Would there have been an incomparable batsman named Sachin Tendulkar had Doordarshan not telecast Guide one summer afternoon? A fascinating excerpt from Abhishek Mukherjee and Joy Bhattacharjya's must-read book, The Great Indian Cricket Circus.

World Cup 2023: History

World Cup 2023: History

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A look back at how the last 12 World Cups played out.

Women's World Cup PIX: Australia makes history; England reach semis

Women's World Cup PIX: Australia makes history; England reach semis

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Australia beat France 7-6 in a dramatic penalty shootout to reach the last four of the Women's World Cup for the first time.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

France's hopes of a winning start to their Women's World Cup campaign were thwarted by a hardworking Jamaican side in a 0-0 draw in the opening Group F clash at Sydney Football Stadium on Sunday.

Why We Are Moonstruck

Why We Are Moonstruck

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Deciphering its secrets will unlock the early history of not only our planet, but also of the star system, explains Kumar Abishek.

England keep SF hopes alive with nervy win over New Zealand

England keep SF hopes alive with nervy win over New Zealand

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Defending champions England huffed and puffed to a one-wicket victory over hosts New Zealand in a league stage match to keep their semi-final hopes alive at the ICC Women's World Cup, in Auckland, on Sunday.

Isner to meet Clement in Auckland final

Isner to meet Clement in Auckland final

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

Crowd favourite John Isner advanced to his second career ATP Tour final on Friday with an 6-2, 7-6 victory over Spanish eighth seed Albert Montanes.

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Sweden enter semifinals

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Sweden enter semifinals

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Spain and Sweden enter the semifinals of the Women's World Cup.

Tennis Buzz: The one title Serena wants to 'win so bad'...

Tennis Buzz: The one title Serena wants to 'win so bad'...

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

This will be her first appearance at the tournament since she was ousted in the second round in 2017.

NZ vs WI third T20I called off due to rain

NZ vs WI third T20I called off due to rain

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

The third and final T20 International between New Zealand and West Indies was abandoned due to rain at the Bay Oval, in Mount Maunganui, on Monday.

India seek inspiration from 2021 tour in crucial Australia WC clash

India seek inspiration from 2021 tour in crucial Australia WC clash

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Star batter Smriti Mandhana says India will be looking to draw motivation from the team's performance on the 2021 tour of Australia in the crucial Women's ODI World Cup match in Auckland on Saturday.

'ISIS terrorist' shot dead after stabbing 6 in New Zealand

'ISIS terrorist' shot dead after stabbing 6 in New Zealand

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

New Zealand police shot dead n 'ISIS-inspired lone wolf' after a supermarket terror attack left six people in hospital in Auckland.

Pakistan cricketers to leave isolation in NZ after clearing COVID tests

Pakistan cricketers to leave isolation in NZ after clearing COVID tests

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

The touring Pakistan squad has returned negative in a fifth round of COVID-19 tests and will now be able to leave their managed isolation on Tuesday, subject to clearance from the health ministry, New Zealand Cricket said on Monday.

Ravindra Jadeja ruled out of Bangladesh ODIs

Ravindra Jadeja ruled out of Bangladesh ODIs

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Jadeja, 33, was forced to withdraw from India's Asia Cup campaign after the group stages in order to undergo surgery for a chronic knee problem. Jadeja missed the whole T20 World Cup, despite India coach Rahul Dravid's initial optimism that he may recuperate in time to participate in India's campaign.

NZ's oldest surviving Test cricketer John Reid dies at 92

NZ's oldest surviving Test cricketer John Reid dies at 92

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

The NZC release, however, did not specify the cause of Reid's death.

Medvedev reaches Adelaide quarters; Sabalenka survives scare

Medvedev reaches Adelaide quarters; Sabalenka survives scare

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Medvedev moved a step closer to a potential semi-final showdown with Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open warm-up event.

Allen's record-breaking T20I fifty sees NZ crush Bangladesh

Allen's record-breaking T20I fifty sees NZ crush Bangladesh

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Chasing 142 for a win in the dead rubber, Bangladesh never looked comfortable as they lost two wickets in the first over, thanks to brilliant bowling from skipper Southee.

What makes Arshdeep and Umran's partnership click...

What makes Arshdeep and Umran's partnership click...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Arshdeep Singh finds Umran Malik's frightening pace beneficial as the batters are always struggling to adjust due to the marked difference in their respective bowling speeds.

Guptill retirement rumours: Williamson clears the air

Guptill retirement rumours: Williamson clears the air

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has released veteran opener Martin Guptill from his central contract

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Spain and Japan have six points and will play each other on Monday for top spot in the group

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Shah will have the responsibility of heading ICC's most important committee. Al the major financial policy decisions are taken by the F&CA committee before it is ratified by the ICC board

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice as former champions Japan put on a counter-attacking clinic to beat Spain 4-0 and lock up top spot in Group C at the Women's World Cup on Monday.

Playing attacking cricket is Hardik's game plan

Playing attacking cricket is Hardik's game plan

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

"Really happy with the way things went till now, would have loved to have a full game here and as Siraj said the weather is not in our hands," he said.

West Indies shake off travel, jet lag and isolation

West Indies shake off travel, jet lag and isolation

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

The majority of the team and management arrived in New Zealand last Friday after a 54-hour flight from Barbados and have been in a biosecure facility in Christchurch.

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Rohit Sharma posted the Star Sports campaign video #HamaraBlueBandhan on his Instagram Reels.

Noskova stuns Daria; early exit for Rune in Adelaide

Noskova stuns Daria; early exit for Rune in Adelaide

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Holger Rune crashed out to Yoshihito Nishioka in the ATP 250 Adelaide International 1 first round.

Former West Indies pacer deported from New Zealand

Former West Indies pacer deported from New Zealand

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Former West Indies Test cricketer Franklyn Rose was deported from New Zealand today after being held in prison five weeks for overstaying a work visa. The 44-year-old Rose, a fast bowler who played 19 Tests and 27 one-day internationals, had lived in New Zealand since 2011 when he was granted a work visa to coach at Auckland University Cricket Club. His visa expired in 2012 and he worked as a volunteer cricket coach at Auckland schools before being given a deportation order in 2014.

Lowest innings totals in Test cricket

Lowest innings totals in Test cricket

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

Here are the lowest innings totals in Test cricket:

Auckland Test: Boult puts New Zealand in control v England

Auckland Test: Boult puts New Zealand in control v England

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

England's bowlers dragged their side back into the third and deciding Test against New Zealand as they reduced the hosts to 35 for three in their second innings at the close of play on the third day at Eden Park on Sunday.

This festival will light up your day

This festival will light up your day

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

More than 2,000 people have gathered at Auckland's Year of the Rooster Lantern Festival at Auckland Domain. Check out the fantastic displays...

Women's ODI World Cup: India vs Pakistan on March 6

Women's ODI World Cup: India vs Pakistan on March 6

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

India will open their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan in the Women's ODI World Cup, starting in New Zealand on March 4.