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Australia selectors make surprise pick for England ODIs

Australia selectors make surprise pick for England ODIs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Several other pacers are unavailable due to injury including Spencer Johnson and Nathan Ellis.

Rollicking Gill Joins League of Legends

Rollicking Gill Joins League of Legends

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

After a brilliant 269 in 387 balls in the first innings, Gill was dismissed for an entertaining 161 off 162 balls with 13 fours and 8 sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 99.38.

Warner could be Australia's secret weapon vs India

Warner could be Australia's secret weapon vs India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former Australia opener David Warner on Tuesday said he is willing to come out of retirement and play against India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, if the home team needs him in the opening slot.

'Utterly blindsided': Gillespie slams Pakistan Cricket Board

'Utterly blindsided': Gillespie slams Pakistan Cricket Board

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie revealed that he stepped down as Pakistan's Test head coach after being 'completely and utterly blindsided' by the PCB.

Pollard hails 'Hitman': 'Rohit knows what he wants'

Pollard hails 'Hitman': 'Rohit knows what he wants'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Former West Indies captain Kieron Pollard says Rohit Sharma's pride in performance will always be a driving factor in his career.

RCB's Hazlewood set to return ahead of IPL playoffs

RCB's Hazlewood set to return ahead of IPL playoffs

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Josh Hazlewood is likely to rejoin Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the IPL playoffs, having recovered from a shoulder niggle.

England Plunge To New Depths In 50-Over Format!

England Plunge To New Depths In 50-Over Format!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

England's torrid run in the 50-over format has plunged to alarming depths after they lost their first ODI series to South Africa since 1998.

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'We need to get a better share of the pie because we were the cash cows for a long time.'

Australia on journey of discovery in Pakistan

Australia on journey of discovery in Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Though dominating Pakistan on home soil, Australia have not beaten them away since the 2002/03 series played in Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates.

US Wants To Undermine India Militarily, Economically

US Wants To Undermine India Militarily, Economically

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

If the US' renewed closeness with Pakistan ends up strengthening Pakistan's military, it will clearly show that Washington no longer wants a strong India and could be ready to let China dominate Asia, notes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Pakistan have dropped plans to conduct "major surgery" on the national team as it included senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi in the Test squad for the two-match series against Bangladesh.

WC: Pakistan leave out injured Zaman, fever-hit Agha for Australia game

WC: Pakistan leave out injured Zaman, fever-hit Agha for Australia game

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Abdullah Shafique, who has replaced Zaman as opener, made 113 against Sri Lanka and 20 against India.

Run-Fest! 21 centuries, 7187 runs in India-England series

Run-Fest! 21 centuries, 7187 runs in India-England series

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy saw a staggering run aggregate of 7187 runs -- the second-highest in a series in Test history.

Pakistan dominate after Imam hundred against Australia

Pakistan dominate after Imam hundred against Australia

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Imam-ul-Haq hit a memorable first Test century on Friday and led Pakistan to a commanding 245-1 in its first home Test against Aus in 24 years

Unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan for CT: Watson

Unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan for CT: Watson

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'The CT is a critically important tournament in world cricket because the One Day World Cup is only once in every four years. It is great because it breaks up those four years.'

If India can't play in Pakistan, then..: PCB warns ICC

If India can't play in Pakistan, then..: PCB warns ICC

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board informed the International Cricket Council on Thursday that it will not accept the Hybrid model for next year's ICC Champions Trophy.

'Don't Lose to Pakistan, No Matter What'

'Don't Lose to Pakistan, No Matter What'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Ahead of the tournament, star batter Jemimah Rodrigues opened up about the intense rivalry with Pakistan and her personal journey leading up to the crucial match.

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat in England, piling up 754 runs at an average of 75.40 with four centuries.

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Pakistan selectors rule out T20 role for Babar, Rizwan and Afridi in near future

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's stance on Palestine, calling it a 'profound silence' and an abdication of humanity and morality. She argues that India needs to demonstrate leadership on the issue and that the government's actions are driven by personal friendship rather than constitutional values or strategic interests.

South Africa strike confident note ahead of WTC final

South Africa strike confident note ahead of WTC final

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

South Africa go into the five-day clash at Lord's, which starts on Wednesday, as underdogs but Conrad struck an optimistic tone at a press conference on Monday.

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Defending champions Australia are clubbed alongside India, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group A.

Will Pakistan bat for India against Australia?

Will Pakistan bat for India against Australia?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

A billion Indians, including captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, are hoping Pakistan will take their game against Australia seriously and not look to experiment.

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Pakistan's head coach for limited-overs format Gary Kirsten has returned home with the board set to announce the successor to captain Babar Azam in white-ball formats later in the month.

Navy To Boost Submarine Fleet To Counter China Threat

Navy To Boost Submarine Fleet To Counter China Threat

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'There's an urgent requirement, particularly for the Indian Ocean region, as China's naval presence grows, and with Pakistan also acquiring more submarines.'

Australia or Pakistan: Who Will Win?

Australia or Pakistan: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

The second semi-final in the T20 World Cup will see Australia take on Pakistan at the Dubai international cricket stadium beginning 1930 IST.

ICC WT20I Rankings: Deepti one step away from No 1

ICC WT20I Rankings: Deepti one step away from No 1

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Deepti has been inside the top 10 rankings for T20I bowlers for the majority of the last six years, but the 27-year-old has never held the top position "despite the fact she has maintained great consistency in recent times."

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday said he was at a loss for words and overwhelmed after his statue was unveiled during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

TELL US: Can Virat Kohli revive his magic in Australia?

TELL US: Can Virat Kohli revive his magic in Australia?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

All eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who is perhaps battling the biggest form crisis of his career.

RCB get Hazlewood boost ahead of IPL play-offs

RCB get Hazlewood boost ahead of IPL play-offs

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The 34-year-old was training in Brisbane as a part of Australia's preparations for the World Test Championship final against South Africa next month and being monitored by Cricket Australia's medical team.

Pakistan hit new low in ICC Test rankings

Pakistan hit new low in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Bangladesh remained in ninth position and behind Pakistan despite gaining 13 rating points.

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill had a phenomenal Test series against England, leading a young Indian side in transition to a 2-2 draw and earning the Player of the Series award.

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

As Jasprit Bumrah prepares for his return to the shortest format in national colours in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof shared his thoughts on the pacer's recurring fitness issues and how the team management could effectively manage his workload.

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Centuries from skipper Babar Azam (114) and opener Imam-ul-Haq (106) allowed the hosts to reach the total

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The 2025 final will be played between Australia and South Africa at Lord's from June 11.

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup for first time

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup for first time

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Scotland, veterans of six previous T20 World Cup editions, were the big losers, failing to secure their spot for the 20-team tournament, losing to Jersey who chased down 134 in a last-ball victory. But Scotland also needed Italy to win.

Bumrah Continues His Love Affair With SENA!

Bumrah Continues His Love Affair With SENA!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has continued his red-hot form, adding another fifer to his kitty to become the first Asian player ever to have 150 wickets in South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia (SENA) nations.

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Neeraj Chopra made it look effortless as he sealed his spot at the World Athletics Championships with a stunning first throw in Tokyo on Wednesday.

Australia in command after Pakistan wilt in Karachi

Australia in command after Pakistan wilt in Karachi

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Australia declared their first innings on 556 for nine and then skittled out Pakistan for 148 to seize control of the second Test in Karachi on Monday.