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Aus teammates enjoy Green's transformation

Aus teammates enjoy Green's transformation

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'He's (Green) such a legend, he's such a nice guy. You only want the best for him, so I really enjoyed it.'

Is Yashasvi Jaiswal the next Bradman or Tendulkar?

Is Yashasvi Jaiswal the next Bradman or Tendulkar?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Virender Sehwag feels it's too early to compare the young India opener with the icons of the game.

Who will have the last laugh in Australia?

Who will have the last laugh in Australia?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

West Indies legend Viv Richards, on Thursday, said India have a 'lot of ground to cover' in terms of winning series overseas but hoped they will have the last laugh in the ongoing duel in Australia.

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Inzamam expects second stint as Pakistan chief selector to be even better

End of an era: Legend Bolt set for final race

End of an era: Legend Bolt set for final race

Rediff.com12 Aug 2017

It will be the end of an era for athletics on Saturday when Usain Bolt races for the last time in the men's 4x100 metres relay at the World Championships.

Is Kishan Defying Dravid?

Is Kishan Defying Dravid?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The decision now rests with Kishan on whether he wants to heed the advice of one of India's greatest cricketers and work towards resurrecting his career or just be content playing the IPL.

Sizzling Shami etches name in annals of ODI WC

Sizzling Shami etches name in annals of ODI WC

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Cites 'being in rhythm' as factor for success

Captain. Leader. Legend.

Captain. Leader. Legend.

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Tactical genius, uplifting leader, altruistic individual, a man with unwavering certitude. Dhruv Munjal recounts what made Mahendra Singh Dhoni a great captain.

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Stakeholders have shown a distinct lack of seriousness in bringing a law against corruption in Indian sports, a reason why someone like tainted former pacer S Sreesanth got away despite strong evidence of spot-fixing against him in the 2013 IPL, former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar has said.

Warner reveals his most cherished moments and unfulfilled dreams

Warner reveals his most cherished moments and unfulfilled dreams

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Warner is poised to wrap up his Test cricket journey with the upcoming third Test against Pakistan at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Tait confident Warner will find attacking gear in IPL

Tait confident Warner will find attacking gear in IPL

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Tait backs frustrated Warner to find attacking gear in IPL

WTC Final: Tendulkar says India will have this advantage

WTC Final: Tendulkar says India will have this advantage

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar said India will be happy with the Oval pitch when they take on Australia in the WTC Final.

Marsh, Bichel named Cricket Australia selectors

Marsh, Bichel named Cricket Australia selectors

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Rod Marsh and Andy Bichel have been appointed part-time selectors by Cricket Australia (CA), the country's cricket board said on Thursday. Former wicketkeeper Marsh, 64, has played 96 Tests for Australia while 41-year old former paceman Bichel retired from first-class cricket in November 2007.

Warne rules out Australia return

Warne rules out Australia return

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

Spin legend Shane Warne has ruled out coming out of retirement to play for Australia despite Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's personal plea to the cricketer to don the national colours again.

Aus legend Jeff Thomson auctions baggy green bushfire relief

Aus legend Jeff Thomson auctions baggy green bushfire relief

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

The two items will go under the hammer through Lloyds Auctions Bushfire Relief Auction.

Hayden named Pakistan's mentor for T20 World Cup

Hayden named Pakistan's mentor for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Hayden worked with Pakistan when it reached the semi-finals of last year's 20-overs World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

This Aussie legend reveals plan to unsettle Kohli

This Aussie legend reveals plan to unsettle Kohli

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Had he been the captain, Ponting says he wouldn't have allowed Kohli to get a good start.

Yuvi congratulates Broad on 'super-inspiring journey'

Yuvi congratulates Broad on 'super-inspiring journey'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

'To take 600 wickets and to play the number of Test matches he has takes a special kind of cricketer.'

Warner set to quit Test cricket after next year's Ashes

Warner set to quit Test cricket after next year's Ashes

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

However, David Warner plans to continue playing white-ball cricket at least until the 2024 Twenty20 World Cup.

Pujara Gets 100th Test Cap From Gavaskar

Pujara Gets 100th Test Cap From Gavaskar

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Cheteshwar Pujara, who achieved the landmark 100 Test matches, got a specially created 100th Test cap from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Vettori backs Ashwin for T20 WC success

Vettori backs Ashwin for T20 WC success

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

The former left-arm spin legend further said the key to success for a spinner in Australia is to bowl more topspin and get bounce like the way Nathan Lyon does for the home side.

Gavaskar says Williamson will likely trouble Indian spinners

Gavaskar says Williamson will likely trouble Indian spinners

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'He uses his feet really well to go down the pitch to smother the turn if needed. He then goes and uses the crease as well. So, he's a very good player. I don't think he is going to be fussed about playing Kuldeep. He will know how to tackle him.'

Blame The Players, But No Touching BCCI Please!

Blame The Players, But No Touching BCCI Please!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Has any cricketing legend asked the all-powerful BCCI Secretary Jay A Shah how selections are taking place without a chief selector in place for the last four months? Who takes all the important decisions at selection meetings?, asks Harish Kotian.

Smith revels: Why players prefer T20 over Tests

Smith revels: Why players prefer T20 over Tests

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Challenge for Test cricket is revenue-sharing model, not scheduling: Graeme Smith

Day-night Test in Australia new challenge for India: Waugh

Day-night Test in Australia new challenge for India: Waugh

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Australian legend Steve Waugh exhorted the modern-day greats to embrace day-night Tests and lauded India for accepting the "challenge" of playing with the pink-ball during their tour Down Under later this year. India played their maiden day-night Test against Bangladesh last November at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, winning the match quite comfortably with plenty of time to spare.

PIX: Unstoppable Sabalenka; Gauff march into quarters

PIX: Unstoppable Sabalenka; Gauff march into quarters

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Images from Day 8 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

3rd Test PHOTOS: India crush England in epic 434-runs victory

3rd Test PHOTOS: India crush England in epic 434-runs victory

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Images from Day 4 of the third Test between India and England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Sunday

It's better to stay a bit underdone than overdone: Cummins

It's better to stay a bit underdone than overdone: Cummins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Australia captain Pat Cummins doesn't mind staying a bit undercooked going into the high-octane WTC final against India.

The legend of Martin Crowe

The legend of Martin Crowe

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The cricketing life of Martin Crowe, who passed into the ages on March 3.

Should Pant open with Rohit against Australia?

Should Pant open with Rohit against Australia?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Warne wants India to experiment with their top-order in the upcoming home series against Australia, starting February 24 with the first T20.

PHOTOS: Kuldeep, Jadeja leave Australia in a mess

PHOTOS: Kuldeep, Jadeja leave Australia in a mess

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

Spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav left Australia reeling on 236/6.

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Did Ishan Kishan do the right thing listening to his heart and seeking a break due to mental fatigue?

WPL 2023: RCB rope in Australian Sawyer as head coach

WPL 2023: RCB rope in Australian Sawyer as head coach

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Ahead of the inaugural edition of the Women's Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore named Ben Sawyer as head coach.

Sehwag has fans LOLing with this one tweet

Sehwag has fans LOLing with this one tweet

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

Virender Sehwag's 'scientist' tweet on Ashwin goes viral

McGrath wants Aus batters to value their wicket

McGrath wants Aus batters to value their wicket

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The Australia team has come in for criticism from former players over various issues including their approach and selection.

Australia cricketers to make barefoot anti-racism gesture

Australia cricketers to make barefoot anti-racism gesture

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

Pat Cummins said his team considered the move as the best way to begin addressing racism, both at home and around the world.

Star-studded Australia 'A' squads for India tour

Star-studded Australia 'A' squads for India tour

Rediff.com30 May 2018

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh leads a 14-man squad packed with international experience, a group featuring Alex Carey, Ashton Agar, Peter Handscomb, Head, Jon Holland, Usman Khawaja, Joel Paris, Matthew Renshaw and Chris Tremain.

Evergreen Anderson is addicted to cricket, says Broad

Evergreen Anderson is addicted to cricket, says Broad

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

It will be Anderson's 10th Ashes campaign and Broad said he was still champing at the bit to get going.

Why Stuart Broad deserves legendary status

Why Stuart Broad deserves legendary status

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Ricky Ponting believes that English pacer Stuart Broad, who announced his retirement after the ongoing fifth Ashes Test, is the 'ultimate Ashes warrior'.

'MS Dhoni can play IPL 2024 as well'

'MS Dhoni can play IPL 2024 as well'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

'I heard that this is the last IPL of MS Dhoni but I don't think'