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I f*****g love Test match cricket: Stokes

I f*****g love Test match cricket: Stokes

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

'I've seen some remarkable cricket moments in my life but that is the best I've seen in over 50 years. @benstokes38 saved the Ashes and gave magical inspirational innings. Even better than his World Cup performance. Well done @ECB_cricket'

ICC should wait, there's no WC without fans: Akram

ICC should wait, there's no WC without fans: Akram

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'I believe that they (ICC) should wait for a more suitable time and once this pandemic subsides and restrictions are eased then we can have a proper World Cup.'

IPL 2020: RCB have all bases covered including death bowling

IPL 2020: RCB have all bases covered including death bowling

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

RCB, led by their captain Virat Kohli, has always been a team full of stars but has not played to its potential. After reaching the final in 2016, it has had three forgettable seasons.

Rohit or Kohli can go past 400 not out, says Lara

Rohit or Kohli can go past 400 not out, says Lara

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Regarded as one of the finest batsmen that world cricket has ever produced, Brian Lara's 15-year-old record of 400 not out against England is still the highest individual score in Test cricket. Lara believes Kohli, David Warner and Rohit Sharma have the potential to break his record.

Why Hussey feels this Australian spinner is similar to Kumble

Why Hussey feels this Australian spinner is similar to Kumble

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Former Australia batsman Mike Hussey feels Adam Zampa's approach to bowling reminds him of the great Anil Kumble, even as the young leg-spinner made a strong case for his selection for the upcoming Test tour of India with some impressive performance in the sub-continent last year.

PHOTOS: Tendulkar greets Federer at Wimbledon

PHOTOS: Tendulkar greets Federer at Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2011

It was a meeting of legends and a rare photo op for all when Indian cricket maestro Sachin Tendulkar met tennis great Roger Federer at Wimbledon on Saturday.

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

'Can Tendulkar recreate the magic of his youth?', asks advertising guru Sandeep Goyal.

Azhar slams Rising Pune Supergiants for sacking Dhoni

Azhar slams Rising Pune Supergiants for sacking Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

Former India skipper Mohammad Azharuddin on Monday slammed the Rising Pune Supergiants management for the manner in which Mahendra Singh Dhoni was removed from captaincy.

Meet the top performers of IPL 2020

Meet the top performers of IPL 2020

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

A look at the top performers in the IPL this year, who set the T20 tournament alight with outstanding performances this season.

How Chahal's journey as a leg-spinner started...

How Chahal's journey as a leg-spinner started...

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

'I started watching videos of Shane Warne sir, and that's where I realised what leg-spin is. He was my idol, and I wanted to be like him, bowl like him.'

ICC, BCCI pay rich tribute to Richie Benaud

ICC, BCCI pay rich tribute to Richie Benaud

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

The International Cricket Council paid rich tribute to former Australia captain and broadcasting legend Richie Benaud, who passed away at the age of 84 following a prolonged illness.

Is time running out for trophy-less Kohli?

Is time running out for trophy-less Kohli?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Kohli has so far led India in three ICC events -- the 2017 Champions Trophy, the 2019 50-over World Cup and the recently completed inaugural edition of the World Test Championship (WTC). In all these events, India managed to reach the closing stages, but the trophy eluded the team.

'Yuvraj thrashed disease, thrashed bowlers & won hearts'

'Yuvraj thrashed disease, thrashed bowlers & won hearts'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Some current and former players paid their tribute to one of India's greatest players in limited overs cricket.

This Aussie has something nice to say about Kohli

This Aussie has something nice to say about Kohli

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Australian cricket legend Adam Gilchrist has called Virat Kohli a great leader and said it is time for both the countries to put an end to the 'cheatgate'.

Day/Night Test: Tendulkar emphasises on standard of play over all else

Day/Night Test: Tendulkar emphasises on standard of play over all else

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Tendulkar, who had earlier voiced his concern about tackling the dew factor, said the Indian cricket think-tank should do a postmortem after the match gets over.

Dharamsala Test: Tendulkar impressed by debutant Kuldeep's heroics

Dharamsala Test: Tendulkar impressed by debutant Kuldeep's heroics

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

It is every cricketer's dream to be acknowledged by Sachin Tendulkar, and spinner Kuldeep Yadav who made his Test debut against Australia on Saturday, was showered with praise by the cricket legend as he weaved a wrist spinner's web around the tourists during the decisive fourth Test in Dharamsala.

Pakistan's Azam wants to emulate India captain Kohli

Pakistan's Azam wants to emulate India captain Kohli

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Prolific Pakistan batsman Babar Azam wants to achieve the "legend" status that Virat Kohli has acquired but concedes that despite the oft-repeated comparisons, he is still some time away from getting anywhere close to the Indian captain. The 24-year-old, who is a self-confessed fan of Kohli, spoke about his aspiration to emulate the World's No.1 Test and ODI batsman.

Day of records as Afghanistan score highest total in T20Is

Day of records as Afghanistan score highest total in T20Is

Rediff.com24 Feb 2019

Hazratullah Zazai (162 not out off 62) and Usman Ghani (73 off 48) set a new record for the opening-wicket partnership with a 236-run stand as Afghanistan surpassed Australia's 263 for 3 posted against Sri Lanka at Pallekele in 2016.

'A part of cricket died today'

'A part of cricket died today'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

From Australian captain Michael Clarke to other big names, tributes flew in for former Australian cricket captain and commentator Richie Benaud, who died of skin cancer late on Thursday aged 84. Here are some reactions...

Kohli says he doesn't 'feed off' booing anymore

Kohli says he doesn't 'feed off' booing anymore

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Indian captain Virat Kohli says he doesn't 'feed off' booing anymore, channelising his energy and focus on the greater responsibility of leading the country's cricket team.

Former BCCI boss lashes out at Aussie officials

Former BCCI boss lashes out at Aussie officials

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Anurag Thakur, on Thursday, lashed out at Cricket Australia officials for targeting Virat Kohli over the DRS controversy in the ongoing Test series, terming their conduct 'disgraceful' and 'arrogant'.

Is Ponting the best man to lead Aus for Ashes?

Is Ponting the best man to lead Aus for Ashes?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Australia captain Ricky Ponting insists he is the right choice to lead the team for Ashes despite critics calling for his head after the Test series debacle in India.

More day-night Tests on the agenda: CA CEO

More day-night Tests on the agenda: CA CEO

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland believes there will be more day-night Tests in the future

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

I tried to reason in my mind that wouldn't beating Pakistan again and again -- in the league matches and in the knockouts if they made it -- be a better tribute to our martyred soldiers? A revealing excerpt from Vinod Rai's Not Just A Nightwatchman: My Innings In The BCCI.

Tendulkar in contention for Laureus Sporting Moment!

Tendulkar in contention for Laureus Sporting Moment!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

The moment is titled Carried On the Shoulders Of A Nation, a reference to the Indian cricket team's 2011 World Cup triumph.

'Kohli and his men are the real deal now'

'Kohli and his men are the real deal now'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

Border heaped praise on India's pace unit, saying, "It's as a good an Indian bowling attack as I've ever seen."

Warne's baggy green raises A$1 million for bushfire victims

Warne's baggy green raises A$1 million for bushfire victims

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

The price eclipsed the A$425,000 achieved by the late Don Bradman's baggy green when it was sold in 2003.

Aggressive India deserves to be No.1 team: Warne

Aggressive India deserves to be No.1 team: Warne

Rediff.com16 Oct 2010

Australian legend Shane Warne has said that India deserves to be the No.1 side in Test cricket in the world because they play a good attacking game.

Why Ashwin is rated above Nathan Lyon...

Why Ashwin is rated above Nathan Lyon...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Pakistan spin legend Saqlain Mushtaq has described Ravichandran Ashwin as a 'world-class bowler', insisting that the Indian star spinner is way ahead of his contemporaries.

Kuldeep first Indian cricketer to take two ODI hat tricks

Kuldeep first Indian cricketer to take two ODI hat tricks

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The 25-year-old Yadav, who now has 99 ODI wickets, ended the match with the figures of 3-52.

Your beautiful journey has just begun: Tendulkar to U19 WC winners

Your beautiful journey has just begun: Tendulkar to U19 WC winners

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar and senior captain Virat Kohli were among millions who congratulated the Indian U-19 team for their World Cup winning effort.

Hockey: Men fancy chances against NZ; women set for tough Dutch test in opener

Hockey: Men fancy chances against NZ; women set for tough Dutch test in opener

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

After a dismal eighth place finish in Rio Games, much is expected from the Manpreet-led side.

Don't mess around with Dhoni, warns Shastri

Don't mess around with Dhoni, warns Shastri

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

When India coach Ravi Shastri was asked about the much-speculated future of MS Dhoni, he said that none can 'mess around with' Dhoni if he decides to be in contention for next year's T20 World Cup

Warne back as Rajasthan Royals go Pink

Warne back as Rajasthan Royals go Pink

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

Australia spin legend Shane Warne was named as the brand ambassador of Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming 12th editon of the Indian Premier League.

Why King Viv loves India's superstar Kohli

Why King Viv loves India's superstar Kohli

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

West Indies cricket legend Sir Viv Richards believes that if Virat Kohli and his boys can replicate their success of last home season overseas against teams like England and Australia, they will enter the 'great category'.

Ravi Shankar, daughter to peform together

Ravi Shankar, daughter to peform together

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

The sitar legend and Anoushka are set to share the stage at the closing day of this year's Womadelaide world music festival.

IPL videos: Warne launches apparel brand <i>Spinners</i>

IPL videos: Warne launches apparel brand Spinners

Rediff.com20 Apr 2011

Video clips from around the fourth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Lillee, Chappell go head to head in All-Star clash

Lillee, Chappell go head to head in All-Star clash

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Australian cricket legends and former teammates Dennis Lillee and Greg Chappell will be seen in opposite dug-outs when they coach two different teams in an All-Star Twenty20 match in Brisbane on November 22.

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Lara said that Warner could still achieve the milestone.

Cricket Buzz: Dravid gets to work at NCA

Cricket Buzz: Dravid gets to work at NCA

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Australia's skipper Meg Lanning bagged the 'Leadership Legend' award. She led her side successfully in all formats of the game.