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Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Smashes six sixes in an over in T20I vs Qatar

T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India are fortunate to have a bowler of the calibre of Jasprit Bumrah, who is head and shoulders above the rest in international cricket, said former batter Sanjay Manjrekar.

MI Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch? VOTE!

MI Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch? VOTE!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Is Reece Topley's catch the Catch of IPL 2024?

Revealed! Warne's best batsman from each team

Revealed! Warne's best batsman from each team

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Australian spin legend Shane Warne named the best batsmen he bowled to from each of the nine Test playing nations he faced during his career. As part of his commentary duties during the current Test series between England and Pakistan, Warne was asked to name the best batsmen he bowled to during his decorated 15-year career. Warne, on the expected lines, named Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara from India and West Indies respectively.

Yusuf Pathan first IPL batsman out obstructing the field

Yusuf Pathan first IPL batsman out obstructing the field

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Yusuf Pathan became the first batsman in the Twenty20 history, and sixth overall, to be adjudged out for obstructing the field.

'Dravid the most difficult Indian batsman to bowl to'

'Dravid the most difficult Indian batsman to bowl to'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2011

West Indies fast bowler Fidel Edwards said Indian batsman Rahul Dravid is the most difficult batsman to bowl to in international cricket.

Berrington to lead Scotland's squad in T20 World Cup

Berrington to lead Scotland's squad in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Richie Berrington will lead Scotland's 14-member squad in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, the Cricket Scotland (CS) announced the squad on Wednesday.

England's top-scoring batsman Bell quits ODIs

England's top-scoring batsman Bell quits ODIs

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

"I've a huge amount still to give in the Test arena and still have so many ambitions left to achieve, both from a personal and a team perspective," he said.

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

'People like Kohli are institutions for Indian cricket'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Sourav Ganguly lauded Rohit Sharma's leadership qualities for India's unbeaten run in the ongoing T20 World Cup final

NZ opening batsman Richardson retires

NZ opening batsman Richardson retires

Rediff.com10 Dec 2004

The 33-year-old announced his retirement ending a career that included four centuries in 38 Tests.

Tendulkar deepfake video: Mumbai police file FIR

Tendulkar deepfake video: Mumbai police file FIR

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

A deepfake video falsely showed that Sachin Tendulkar was promoting its gaming app.

SEE: RCB men give guard of honour to WPL champions

SEE: RCB men give guard of honour to WPL champions

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The jubilant Royal Challengers Bangalore celebrated their victorious Women's Premier League team in grand style on Tuesday.

T20 World Cup: Australia left with happy selection headache after NZ whitewash

T20 World Cup: Australia left with happy selection headache after NZ whitewash

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Stand-in skipper Matthew Wade has lauded the depth of Australia's T20 team and says selectors will have a headache picking a World Cup squad following the whitewash in New Zealand.

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Left-arm spinner Hosein took five for 11 from his four overs after opening the bowling.

Younis becomes first batsman to hit Test tons in all 11 nations

Younis becomes first batsman to hit Test tons in all 11 nations

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Veteran Pakistan batsman Younis Khan on Thursday became the first cricketer in Test history to score centuries in 11 countries, including the United Arab Emirates. - Scorecard: During the ongoing third Test being played against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Younis smashed his 34th century on a rain-affected third day, tying him with Sunil Gavaskar, Mahela Jayawardene and Brian Lara in the all-time list at 6th place, reports the Dawn.

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com2 May 2024

A look at the best catches of the CSK vs PBKS match...

Death of Australian batsman Hughes ruled 'tragic accident'

Death of Australian batsman Hughes ruled 'tragic accident'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

After reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine whether the 25-year-old's death could have been avoided, NSW State Coroner Michael Barnes said he could find no evidence to support the view of Hughes' family that he had died in a "very unsafe workplace".

Rahane becomes India's highest-ranked Test batsman

Rahane becomes India's highest-ranked Test batsman

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

Ajinkya Rahane has become India's highest-ranked Test batsman in the latest ICC Test Player Rankings after scoring two centuries in the 337 runs victory over South Africa in the fourth and final Test, at the Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi, which gave the home side a 3-0 series triumph.

Untold story of Sachin's golden ducks and one crucial run

Untold story of Sachin's golden ducks and one crucial run

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Sachin revealed that playing gully cricket with a straight boundary back at his first home in the city helped him develop his trademark straight drive

Will K L Rahul get the nod for T20 World Cup?

Will K L Rahul get the nod for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

LSG skipper K L Rahul will be among the front-runners for the wicketkeeper-batter role in India's Twenty20 World Cup squad.

Chakaravarthy blames misread surface for KKR's loss

Chakaravarthy blames misread surface for KKR's loss

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

We could have assessed the pitch better: Varun Chakaravarthy

Ex-Kiwi batsman Peter Fulton calls time on cricketing career

Ex-Kiwi batsman Peter Fulton calls time on cricketing career

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

The 38-year-old had featured in 23 Tests, 49 ODIs and 12 T20Is between 2004-14 for New Zealand.

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday.

On current form, Virat is India's best batsman: Dravid

On current form, Virat is India's best batsman: Dravid

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

Former captain Rahul Dravid lavished praise on Virat Kohli, terming him the "best Indian batsman" on current form, and said that anchoring the stiff run-chase under pressure in the second Test against New Zealand would do his confidence a world of good.

English batsman hits six sixes in one over

English batsman hits six sixes in one over

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Lancashire's Jordan Clark is only the fifth batsman to hit six sixes in one over during a professional cricket match.

Chahal Or Ashwin? Who Bowled Better? Vote!

Chahal Or Ashwin? Who Bowled Better? Vote!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

The Royals spinners kept the RCB batters quiet.

Raina is first batsman to amass 3,000 runs in IPL

Raina is first batsman to amass 3,000 runs in IPL

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Statistical highlights of IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings at the Barabati stadium in Cuttack.

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener

T20 Rankings: Rahul is top-ranked Indian batsman, Kohli moves up

T20 Rankings: Rahul is top-ranked Indian batsman, Kohli moves up

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

KL Rahul has gained 26 points and is now on 760 rating points, just six behind Australia's Glenn Maxwell

Kiwi batsman Williamson to fly home with fractured thumb

Kiwi batsman Williamson to fly home with fractured thumb

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson will reportedly fly home from Bangladesh following a fractured left thumb, which has left him in doubt for the home series against West Indies.

SEE: KS Bharat's epic 'bow and arrow' act

SEE: KS Bharat's epic 'bow and arrow' act

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Bharat's viral 'bow and arrow' gesture, performed after reaching his hundred on the final day of the unofficial Test, garnered attention on social media.

T20 WC PIX: Afghanistan hand New Zealand a thrashing!

T20 WC PIX: Afghanistan hand New Zealand a thrashing!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Afghanistan stunned New Zealand by a whopping 84 runs in the T20 World Cup match on Saturday.

Dravid 'dreams of fantastic cricket' at the Olympics

Dravid 'dreams of fantastic cricket' at the Olympics

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

An ardent supporter of cricket's inclusion in the Olympics, the legendary Rahul Dravid says players are excited and he has heard "serious dressing room conversations" about competing in the world's biggest sporting event.

Rahul Vs Pant Vs Iyer: Battle For No. 5

Rahul Vs Pant Vs Iyer: Battle For No. 5

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Sanjay Manjrekar sees a potential tussle for the No. 5 position once Rishabh Pant, set to make a comeback in IPL 2024, reassumes his role as the wicketkeeper-batsman.

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar has named the best ever batsman he ever bowled in a chat show 'The Sportsman' with former captain Wasim Akram. Shoaib, one of the fastest bowlers to have ever played the game, says his former teammate and captain Inzamam-ul-Haq played him better than any other batsman he bowled to during his career.

Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal released on bail

Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal released on bail

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

Pakistan Test batsman Umar Akmal was released from jail after spending an entire day in lock-up for allegedly thrashing a traffic warden and tearing his uniform after being stopped for violating a signal in Lahore.

Enjoy opening but open to finisher's role, says Delhi batsman Rahane

Enjoy opening but open to finisher's role, says Delhi batsman Rahane

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Ajinkya Rahane said he enjoys opening the batting in the shortest format but he is also ready to explore a potential "finisher's role" with Delhi Capitals having several options at the top of the order during the upcoming Indian Premier League in the UAE.

Australia look to cap stellar season with victory in New Zealand

Australia look to cap stellar season with victory in New Zealand

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

World champions Australia will hope to round off one of the nation's most successful seasons in cricket with victory in a rare Test series in New Zealand starting at Wellington's Basin Reserve on Thursday.

Rahane is currently India's most complete Test batsman: Gavaskar

Rahane is currently India's most complete Test batsman: Gavaskar

Rediff.com6 Dec 2015

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar has described Ajinkya Rahane, who scored a century in each innings of the fourth Test against South Africa at the Ferozshah Kotla, as the most complete Indian batsman in the current team as he has "done well in all conditions".

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The series is now locked at 2-2 with Thursday's climax to come.