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Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

India finished day three of the second Test on 64/1 to lead England by 244 runs after they dismissed the hosts for 407 in the first innings at Edgbaston on Friday.

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

'They're all going to score because they are naturally gifted players but the real high-risk way of playing, I'm afraid it hasn't worked.'

Disappointing, but look at the bigger picture: Stokes

Disappointing, but look at the bigger picture: Stokes

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Following their narrow one-run loss to New Zealand, England skipper Ben Stokes said he was happy to be a part of such a historic Test match.

Stokes credits IPL stint for improving his game

Stokes credits IPL stint for improving his game

Rediff.com23 May 2017

England all-rounder Ben Stokes says batting tips from Australia captain and Indian Premier League team mate Steve Smith was key to helping him improve as a player following a hugely successful debut season in the lucrative Indian Twenty20 tournament.

FA Cup: Southampton, Port Vale score upset wins, make last 8

FA Cup: Southampton, Port Vale score upset wins, make last 8

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Southampton secured a 1-0 victory against Fulham with a late penalty, making them the first non-Premier League club to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals this season.

Injured Stokes still hopes to play in fifth Test: Anderson

Injured Stokes still hopes to play in fifth Test: Anderson

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

All-rounder Ben Stokes hopes to be fit enough for the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia despite suffering a side strain while bowling in Sydney.

Injured Stokes out of India T20 series

Injured Stokes out of India T20 series

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been left out the Twenty20 squad to face Australia and India due to injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board said.

Archer makes first-class comeback, eyes Test recall

Archer makes first-class comeback, eyes Test recall

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Jofra Archer made his first appearance in a first-class match in four years on Sunday in the County Championship as the 30-year-old quick continues his comeback from a spate of injuries

How India Breached the Edgbaston Fortress

How India Breached the Edgbaston Fortress

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

India crushed England by 336 runs to level the series at 1-1 on Sunday

Archer defined by injuries but ready to move on as Ashes beckon

Archer defined by injuries but ready to move on as Ashes beckon

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Since going missing from red-ball action in 2021, the 30-year-old endured a period during which injuries constantly plagued him, especially a recurring stress fracture in his right elbow.

PIX: Gill, Jaiswal help India share spoils on Day 1

PIX: Gill, Jaiswal help India share spoils on Day 1

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Gill second successive ton as skipper takes India to 310 for 5

A SPECIAL gift for England's hero Stokes

A SPECIAL gift for England's hero Stokes

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

The all-rounder is riding on a high after his brilliant match-winning performance against Australia in the third Test of the ongoing Ashes series.

Pant's run-out shocker sparks fan fury online

Pant's run-out shocker sparks fan fury online

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

In a moment of poor judgment, Pant tapped the ball towards Ben Stokes at cover and set off for a non-existent single-only to be run out, leaving India at 248 for 5.

PIX: Kamran Ghulam rescues Pakistan after early collapse

PIX: Kamran Ghulam rescues Pakistan after early collapse

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between Pakistan and England in Multan on Tuesday.

Root Breaches 'Wall' with Record 211th Test Catch

Root Breaches 'Wall' with Record 211th Test Catch

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

He successfully took a stunner to dismiss Karun Nair to complete his 211th catch, surpassing Dravid's tally of 210. Former Sri Lanka star Mahela Jayawardene slipped to the third spot with 205 catches.

After Pulsating Oval Win, Gill Extols Test Cricket!

After Pulsating Oval Win, Gill Extols Test Cricket!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Five Tests between India and England going down to the wire should be enough to convince the sport's authorities not to tinker with the format, reckoned Shubman Gill after a dramatic win at The Oval on Monday.

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Sudharsan made the most of the 'life' and went on to score a patient 50, his maiden Test half-century.

PHOTOS: Brilliant Ben strokes Pune past Gujarat

PHOTOS: Brilliant Ben strokes Pune past Gujarat

Rediff.com2 May 2017

Rising Pune Supergiant defeated Gujarat Lions by five wickets in an IPL match in Pune, on Monday.

Stokes set to miss T20 World Cup, says coach Silverwood

Stokes set to miss T20 World Cup, says coach Silverwood

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

England coach Chris Silverwood said he will make a late decision on all-rounder Ben Stokes' involvement in the Twenty20 World Cup, which begins next month.

Karun Nair's dismissal turned things around at Lord's: Shastri

Karun Nair's dismissal turned things around at Lord's: Shastri

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Ravi Shastri picked Rishabh Pant's dismissal in the first innings and Karun Nair's wicket in the second essay as the key moments that tilted the third Test at Lord's in England's favour.

After ODI World Cup, Stokes likely to undergo surgery; may miss India series

After ODI World Cup, Stokes likely to undergo surgery; may miss India series

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

England's Test captain Ben Stokes in all likelihood will undergo knee surgery after the conclusion of ODI World Cup.

Stokes has second finger operation; set to miss Ashes

Stokes has second finger operation; set to miss Ashes

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

All-rounder Ben Stokes looks set to miss the Ashes series against Australia later this year after England's cricket board (ECB) said on Thursday he has undergone a second operation on a broken index finger.

PIX: Sun is out and so are supporters at Headlingley

PIX: Sun is out and so are supporters at Headlingley

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

This series begins a potentially era-defining period for Stokes and England coach Brendon McCullum, having enjoyed plenty of highs and lows over the past few years, with the Ashes series in Australia next up in the Test format, starting in November.

'Most competitive bloke I've played against'

'Most competitive bloke I've played against'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Innings of the highest quality, but Australia is too good at the moment', Kohli tweeted.

Stokes says he has 'no ambition' to be England captain

Stokes says he has 'no ambition' to be England captain

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

Ben Stokes has stated that he has no designs on the Test captaincy

Ashes: Couldn't watch the last 20 runs being scored: Stokes

Ashes: Couldn't watch the last 20 runs being scored: Stokes

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

England's exhilarating run chase to battle back into the Ashes series was even too much for captain Ben Stokes!

PIX: Bumrah takes 5 but Leeds Test evenly poised

PIX: Bumrah takes 5 but Leeds Test evenly poised

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

India finished Day 3 on 90/2 to lead England by 96 runs at stumps in the opening Test on Sunday after England were dismissed for 465 in the first innings.

Stokes massive asset, we all know what he is capable of: Root

Stokes massive asset, we all know what he is capable of: Root

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

England Test skipper Joe Root has said that he is absolutely thrilled with the addition of Ben Stokes in the Ashes squad as everyone knows what the all-rounder is capable of.

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Six different teams have lifted the trophy over the years, with the West Indies, England and reigning champions India the only nations to have won it twice.

Brisbane Test: Cummins could make surprise return!

Brisbane Test: Cummins could make surprise return!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Australia captain Steve Smith has declined to rule out a surprise return for fast bowler Pat Cummins for the second Ashes Test against England.

Stokes, Buttler back; Robinson recalled for first two India Tests

Stokes, Buttler back; Robinson recalled for first two India Tests

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

All-rounder Ben Stokes returns to England's squad for the first two Tests against India next month after he missed the two-match series against New Zealand in June following a finger injury he sustained during the Indian Premier League earlier this year.

Stokes' series proved rollercoaster ride after father's illness

Stokes' series proved rollercoaster ride after father's illness

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Stokes' father Ged suffered a stroke just days after arriving in the country to follow his son on tour and is still hospitalised.

Bennett's ton not enough as England takes control

Bennett's ton not enough as England takes control

Rediff.com23 May 2025

England were closing in on a crushing victory over Zimbabwe at the close on the second day of the one-off Test on Friday, despite opener Brian Bennett scoring the fastest Test century for the African side.

Stokes gets go-ahead for IPL

Stokes gets go-ahead for IPL

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Meanwhile, Middlesex middle-order batsman Dawid Malan has been confirmed the replacement of Stokes in the ODI squad.

Syed Mushtaq Ali: Tripura shock Delhi; Padikkal ton powers Karnataka to win

Syed Mushtaq Ali: Tripura shock Delhi; Padikkal ton powers Karnataka to win

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Minnows Tripura shocked a team full of cash-rich IPL stars by 12 runs in a Group D match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, in Ahmedabd, on Tuesday.

Quarantine done, Stokes preps for Chennai Test

Quarantine done, Stokes preps for Chennai Test

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'Packing my gear for training after a break is still as exciting now as it was when I was 10 years old.'

Carey's Ashes Ton Turns Tribute for His Late Father

Carey's Ashes Ton Turns Tribute for His Late Father

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'Dad played the biggest role in my cricket, coached me all the way through and sort of let me go as I got into my older teenage years, but (he) would always shoot a message (like) 'put the reverse sweep away'.'

Stokes is World No 1 all-rounder in Tests

Stokes is World No 1 all-rounder in Tests

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The left-handed batsman now has 497 points in the all-rounder rankings, while second-placed Jason Holder has 459 points.

Ashes hero Stokes gets EPL offer!

Ashes hero Stokes gets EPL offer!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Newcastle coach Bruce offers the England all-rounder centre-half role