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England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Their last eight Tests in Perth have all been defeats, with the most recent setback a bitter innings and 41-run capitulation in 2017 that saw Joe Root's team surrender the urn.

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

In terms of achievement, McLaren are the second most successful Formula One team of all time with 203 grand prix victories since the first in 1968.

WTC Final Has Given Test Cricket New Meaning: ICC Chief

WTC Final Has Given Test Cricket New Meaning: ICC Chief

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Gupta highlighted that a packed Lord's during the previous edition's final between Australia and South Africa, despite the absence of India and hosts England, was a landmark moment for the global governing body.

Cummins lauds squad depth as Australia retain the Ashes

Cummins lauds squad depth as Australia retain the Ashes

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

'I think it's a huge credit to (head coach) Andrew McDonald, the coaching staff and the medical staff that we feel like we've got a big squad that we can draw on.'

Starc's all-round show puts Australia on course for win

Starc's all-round show puts Australia on course for win

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Mitchell Starc made a late-career bid for all-rounder status when he scored a half-century and grabbed two wickets under the Gabba floodlights to push Australia to the brink of victory at the close of day three of the second Ashes Test.

Why Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood Will Miss Start Of IPL 2026

Why Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood Will Miss Start Of IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Australia's leading pace bowlers, including Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, are set to miss the start of IPL 2026.

Warne's mentor, Australia's saviour- Simpson ... passes away

Warne's mentor, Australia's saviour- Simpson ... passes away

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Former Australia Test captain Bob Simpson, who ushered in the country's modern-day golden era of cricket as its coach, has died aged 89, Cricket Australia said on Saturday.

Cummins, Lyon back, Khawaja overlooked for 3rd Ashes Test

Cummins, Lyon back, Khawaja overlooked for 3rd Ashes Test

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon have returned to the Australia XI for the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide.

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rahul Dravid said the European T20 Premier League offers an 'exciting opportunity' to grow cricket in Europe after becoming owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise.

Pat Cummins set for IPL return after injury recovery, eyes April 25 game

Pat Cummins set for IPL return after injury recovery, eyes April 25 game

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

In his absence, Ishan Kishan has been leading SRH, who are currently placed fourth on the table with two wins from five matches.

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

It was a wild ride while it lasted but the 'Bazball' revolution that enlivened English cricket for three years collapsed in 11 days on Australian soil in an Ashes defeat as harrowing as any in the modern era.

England quick says pace attack can stun Australia

England quick says pace attack can stun Australia

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Fast bowler Josh Tongue is confident England are prepared for the Ashes series in Australia and have a good chance of ending their long drought Down Under thanks to their fearsome bowling attack.

US-China Rivalry Enters New Phase

US-China Rivalry Enters New Phase

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Beijing summit may have reduced immediate diplomatic uncertainty, but it did not resolve the deeper structural contest between the United States and China. That contest appears likely to define the coming decade, notes Varun Arya.

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'It is the biggest stage and it is the brightest lights. It is a series that could define teams, the people and players within it.'

IPL 2026: Starc cleared to play from May 1, DC to monitor workload

IPL 2026: Starc cleared to play from May 1, DC to monitor workload

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Mitchell Starc joins Delhi Capitals and is set to return from May 1 in IPL 2026, with Axar Patel confirming availability as DC eye a boost in the tournament's crucial phase.

Cummins set for comeback in Adelaide Test

Cummins set for comeback in Adelaide Test

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins will be ready to return from injury for the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide.

No India-Pakistan Cricket Anytime Soon: Lalit Modi

No India-Pakistan Cricket Anytime Soon: Lalit Modi

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Lalit Modi said he doesn't envisage India and Pakistan playing a bilateral Test series anytime soon because of the strained political relations between the two neighbours.

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Faf du Plessis, Jonty Rhodes, and Heinrich Klaasen have invested in the Rotterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League, with du Plessis also leading the team.

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Sayali Satghare attributes her success to years of dedication and is eager to make a significant impact for India on the international stage and in T20 leagues. She played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's WPL victory and made her Test debut this month.

Young Nandani Sharama delighted with India call-up for T20 World Cup

Young Nandani Sharama delighted with India call-up for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Sharma, who grabbed eyeballs during the Women's Premier League 2026 season with a haul of 17 wickets, said she was overwhelmed by the selection and credited her family and coaches for their constant support.

Weatherald, Doggett to debut for Australia in Ashes opener

Weatherald, Doggett to debut for Australia in Ashes opener

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Opening batter Jake Weatherald and pace bowler Brendan Doggett will make their Test debuts for Australia in the first Ashes Test against England in Perth on Friday.

Ben Stokes breaks silence on Brendon McCullum rift talk

Ben Stokes breaks silence on Brendon McCullum rift talk

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

England captain Ben Stokes has addressed reports of disagreements with head coach Brendon McCullum, stating that while they sometimes have different viewpoints, their commitment to winning remains aligned.

Gavaskar on Miller's Single Refusal: Intent Can't Be Faulted

Gavaskar on Miller's Single Refusal: Intent Can't Be Faulted

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Sunil Gavaskar defends David Miller's decision not to take a single in the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans, while Kevin Pietersen praises Rashid Khan's performance.

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has denied speculation that the Board has approached batting great V V S Laxman to take over as Team India's Test coach and replace Gautam Gambhir.

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Australia have suffered another blow ahead of the Ashes opener against England after fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was ruled out due to a hamstring injury on Saturday, further weakening their bowling attack after the loss of captain Pat Cummins.

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Paceman Josh Hazlewood has brushed off worries about Australia's ageing attack for the Ashes, saying he personally feels as good as he has in a long time and that the unit's experience of bowling together is a major advantage for the team.

Record price! Bradman's Baggy Green from India Tests sold

Record price! Bradman's Baggy Green from India Tests sold

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

A Baggy Green cap worn by Don Bradman during Australia's 1947-48 series against India was auctioned for a record $460,000 and will be displayed at an Australian museum.

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Kevin Pietersen has encouraged England batter Jacob Bethell to remain in India and continue his IPL journey, countering Alastair Cook's suggestion that he should return to county cricket.

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

After being snubbed at the IPL auctions, Australian Steve Smith has moved to the Pakistan Super League to revive T20 career.

Stokes Calls Ashes Defeat 'Toughest Phase', Vows England Revival

Stokes Calls Ashes Defeat 'Toughest Phase', Vows England Revival

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Ben Stokes calls England's 4-1 Ashes loss his toughest phase as captain but vows to restore pride in the upcoming home Test summer, with ECB backing leadership.

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

England's Ashes hopes rest largely on the all-round performance of talismanic captain Ben Stokes, who took 17 wickets against India in the recent home series.

Noah Thain Enters Record Books As First Injury Substitute In English County Cricket

Noah Thain Enters Record Books As First Injury Substitute In English County Cricket

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Essex all-rounder Noah Thain became the first injury substitute in county cricket, replacing injured captain Tom Westley in a match against Hampshire.

Australia, England Register Unwanted Ashes Record!

Australia, England Register Unwanted Ashes Record!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Australia, England registered shameful record during first Ashes Test at Perth as express pace dominates proceedings

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

England fast bowler Gus Atkinson has been ruled out of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney after tearing his left hamstring, the team said on Monday.

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Joe Root looks on course not only to break Sachin Tendulkar's century record in Tests but could also overtake his record run-scoring tally.

Ashes 3rd Test: Head's Adelaide ton puts England on the brink

Ashes 3rd Test: Head's Adelaide ton puts England on the brink

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Travis Head proved England's nemesis once again as he scored his second century of the Ashes to carry Australia toward a seemingly inevitable series triumph on day three at Adelaide Oval on Friday.

Injured Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day Test

Injured Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Fast bowler Jofra Archer was ruled out of the rest of the Ashes series with a left side strain.

Ashes: England announce squad for must-win Adelaide Test

Ashes: England announce squad for must-win Adelaide Test

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

England lost both matches by eight wickets and will relinquish all hopes of regaining the Ashes if they are unable to win the third Test, which begins at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday.

Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Bradman wore that cap during the 1947/48 series against the first Indian team to tour Australia. The series saw Bradman amassing 715 runs from six innings.

Want To Study At A Foreign University In India?

Want To Study At A Foreign University In India?

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Foreign universities are unlikely to gain major ground in India's higher education market in the near term, as students and families continue to prioritise return on investment over brand value in a highly price-sensitive sector.