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Why Deepak Chahar's T20 World Record is special!

Why Deepak Chahar's T20 World Record is special!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Deepak Chahar is the first Indian bowler ever to hold the record of best bowling figures in any format of international cricket (Test/ODI/T20I), points out Rajneesh Gupta.

Will rain dampen India's chances of saving NZ ODI series?

Will rain dampen India's chances of saving NZ ODI series?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

A desperate Indian team will pray for a rain-free third and final ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday in its bid to finish on an even keel in a series that neither had context nor any major takeaways.

Cricket Buzz: Buttler to maintain attacking approach

Cricket Buzz: Buttler to maintain attacking approach

Rediff.com22 May 2018

England batsman Jos Buttler has vowed not to curb his attacking instincts after earning a "surprise" recall to the Test team for the opening test against Pakistan starting at Lord's on Thursday.

Buttler to miss IPL's UAE leg for birth of child

Buttler to miss IPL's UAE leg for birth of child

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

England wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler will miss the second leg of the Indian Premier League in the UAE due to the impending birth of his second child, Rajasthan Royals announced on Saturday.

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

"Every time Garang touched the ball, he made something happen. The kid's exciting. Everyone can see that. Everyone is buzzing," said Slater, now a media analyst.

Women's WC: Australia down India to seal semis spot

Women's WC: Australia down India to seal semis spot

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Captain Meg Lanning's splendid 97 helped Australia outclass India by six wickets to become the first team to qualify for the ICC Women's ODI World Cup, in Auckland, on Saturday.

Should India rest Ashwin, Ishant for the Auckland ODI? Tell us!

Should India rest Ashwin, Ishant for the Auckland ODI? Tell us!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

India lost the No 1 ODI ranking after two straight defeats to New Zealand. Tell us what India must do to get back to winning way.

England appoint Gough as fast bowling consultant

England appoint Gough as fast bowling consultant

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Former seamer Darren Gough has been appointed as England's fast bowling consultant for the warm-up period leading into November's two-Test tour of New Zealand.

All about NZ's spin sensation Ajaz Patel

All about NZ's spin sensation Ajaz Patel

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

By picking all 10 wickets, Ajaz Patel joined Jim Laker and Anil Kumble.

Hardik to lead team for New Zealand T20 series

Hardik to lead team for New Zealand T20 series

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

The All-India Senior Selection Committee of the BCCI has picked the squads for India's upcoming series against New Zealand and Bangladesh

Was this the turning point of Anderson's career?

Was this the turning point of Anderson's career?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

James Anderson's ascension to the pantheon of Test bowlers when he claimed his 600th wicket on Tuesday can possibly be traced back to a prediction that current New Zealand selector Gavin Larsen made in 2008.

Serena retirement heralds sunset of sport's golden era

Serena retirement heralds sunset of sport's golden era

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Her last Grand Slam triumph came in 2017 and she has not won a WTA title since lifting the ASB Classic in Auckland at the start of the 2020 season.

Climate Strike: Students around the world march for action

Climate Strike: Students around the world march for action

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Climate change is real, and we need, need, need to do something about it. That's why, on March 15, tens of thousands of students worldwide have decide to skip class to demand that elected officials act on this awful crisis. The move is inspired by 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg from Sweden, who since last August has been striking outside the Swedish parliament building. She has been boycotting classes every Friday, demanding that her government step up the fight against climate change. Her message is simple: "Strike for climate". Take a look at the marches across the world.

Jiang Zemin: A Chinese Leader Like None Other

Jiang Zemin: A Chinese Leader Like None Other

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

When Jiang Zemin traveled, as you can see in the photographs here, a Kodak Moment was never far away.

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Images from Day 1 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.

1st T20I: All-round Kiwis beat Pak by five wickets

1st T20I: All-round Kiwis beat Pak by five wickets

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

For Pakistan, Rauf clinched three wickets while Afridi grabbed two scalps.

Djokovic downs Shapovalov, to face Medvedev in Adelaide semis

Djokovic downs Shapovalov, to face Medvedev in Adelaide semis

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

A round-up of all tennis action on Friday.

Hockey India wins FIH Award for growth of sport in India

Hockey India wins FIH Award for growth of sport in India

Rediff.com21 May 2021

The Polish Hockey Association picked up the Theo Ikema Award, thanks to the various hockey development projects resulting in 30 newly trained coaches and over 3000 schoolchildren being introduced to the sport within the country.

Injured Pak captain Babar to miss NZ T20s

Injured Pak captain Babar to miss NZ T20s

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Babar's injury came a day after top-order batsman Imam-ul-Haq fractured his left thumb, also during a practice session.

A bit over-exaggerated, says Ferguson after COVID-19 scare

A bit over-exaggerated, says Ferguson after COVID-19 scare

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Lockie Ferguson was placed in isolation immediately after Friday's first ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground following complaints of a sore throat. He underwent tests on Saturday which returned negative, clearing the pacer.

Tennis: Djokovic battles from brink to beat Korda for Adelaide crown

Tennis: Djokovic battles from brink to beat Korda for Adelaide crown

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Fritz delivers as US win inaugural United Cup crown

New Zealand cricketers land for biosecure tour of England

New Zealand cricketers land for biosecure tour of England

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Most of the Test squad and staff had been transferred to hotel quarantine where they will warm up for the two-Test series against England

Had to 'beg and plead' to open innings for India: Tendulkar

Had to 'beg and plead' to open innings for India: Tendulkar

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

India's batting great Sachin Tendulkar says he had to "beg and plead" to open the innings in an ODI against New Zealand in 1994, recalling a major turning point of his career.

Fit-again Boult called up for India Tests

Fit-again Boult called up for India Tests

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

New Zealand pace spearhead Trent Boult has recovered from a broken hand to be included in the 13-player squad to face India in the two-Test series, as selectors swung the axe following the dismal tour of Australia. Left-armer Boult broke his right hand in the Boxing Day Test against Australia in December but is fit for the first Test against India starting at the Basin Reserve in Wellington on Friday.

Pakistan team allowed to leave isolation in New Zealand

Pakistan team allowed to leave isolation in New Zealand

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

The Pakistan cricket squad was allowed to leave their managed isolation facility in Christchurch after getting clearance from New Zealand's Health Ministry on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: A final goodbye to Martin Crowe...

PHOTOS: A final goodbye to Martin Crowe...

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Cricket greats honoured Martin Crowe at an emotional funeral for New Zealand's greatest batsman, on Friday, with his cousin, Hollywood star Russell Crowe, acting as a pallbearer.

Day-Night Tests: All the Numbers!

Day-Night Tests: All the Numbers!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

The second Test between India and Bangladesh at Kolkata's Eden Gardens will be the first day-night Test on Indian soil, making India the seventh country to host a day-night Test.

New Zealand, Windies players pass COVID-19 tests

New Zealand, Windies players pass COVID-19 tests

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

All 20 of the New Zealand and West Indies players and support staff in managed isolation tested negative for the novel coronavirus and are on schedule to leave their biosecure facility next week, New Zealand Cricket said on Thursday.

KKR's Seifert in tears as he recalls COVID ordeal in India

KKR's Seifert in tears as he recalls COVID ordeal in India

Rediff.com25 May 2021

New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert broke down in tears on Tuesday as he recalled fearing the worst after testing positive for COVID-19 in India following the suspension of IPL 2021.

Former NZ all-rounder Chris Cairns suffers paralysis in legs

Former NZ all-rounder Chris Cairns suffers paralysis in legs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Former New Zealand all-rounder Chris Cairns has suffered paralysis in his legs after the stroke in his spine during a life-saving heart surgery in Australia, according to reports.

Permanent seat for Dhoni at Wankhede

Permanent seat for Dhoni at Wankhede

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's name may be etched in the annals of Mumbai's Wankhede stadium forever.

Jemimah, Shikha dropped for ODI World Cup in New Zealand

Jemimah, Shikha dropped for ODI World Cup in New Zealand

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Star batter Jemimah Rodrigues was on Thursday dropped from the 15-member Indian women's squad for the ICC ODI World Cup to be held in New Zealand from March 4 to April 3.

New Zealand players make sombre homecoming

New Zealand players make sombre homecoming

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Pace bowler Trent Boult was among six Black Caps players making a low-key homecoming at Auckland airport, soaking up commiserations from a few fans and well-wishers.

PIX: Sidharth Malhotra's New Zealand holiday

PIX: Sidharth Malhotra's New Zealand holiday

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Look at all the fun he had there!

Why this tiny plant was sold for Rs 4 lakh

Why this tiny plant was sold for Rs 4 lakh

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

It was a rare variegated rhaphidophora tetrasperma that sparked a bidding war on a trading website of New Zealand. The plant, also known as Philodendron Minima, has yellow variegation on each of its four leaves -- an extremely rare one.

PHOTOS: Batting flops as India lose ODI series to New Zealand

PHOTOS: Batting flops as India lose ODI series to New Zealand

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

An ill Tim Southee and superb debut from Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand to a tense 22-run victory over India in their second one day international at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday and clinch the three-match series with a game to spare. India were dismissed for 251 in 48.3 overs with Ravindra Jadeja (55) producing a superb rearguard fightback after he came to the crease with his side in trouble at 96-5 and almost won the game in partnership with fast bowler Navdeep Saini (45). New Zealand had scored 273-8 in their innings with Ross Taylor following up his century in the first match in Hamilton with 73 not out.

Finch stars as Australia levels T20 series with New Zealand

Finch stars as Australia levels T20 series with New Zealand

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Aaron Finch scored 79 from 55 balls to propel Australia to a 50-run win over New Zealand in the fourth Twenty20 and level the five-match series 2-2

Summer of 36 vs Summer of 42

Summer of 36 vs Summer of 42

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

It was the summer of 42 revisited all over again as Virat Kohli and the Indian team crashed to the lowest score in Test cricket in 65 years.

Taylor says India will not have it easy in New Zealand

Taylor says India will not have it easy in New Zealand

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

'They're the No. 1 team in the world, but we're obviously in conditions that we know, so let's get through the white-ball phase first before we get on to talking about that (Tests)'