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'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

'It just didn't work out': MI batting coach Pollard breaks silence on Hardik Pandya's IPL 2026 captaincy

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Batting coach Kieron Pollard admitted that Hardik Pandya's leadership stint 'has not gone as well' as either the player or the franchise would have hoped after Mumbai Indians' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another defeat.

'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has clarified that Sanju Samson has received full clarity regarding his role after being dropped from the playing XI for the ongoing T20I series against England.

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's patient, unbeaten 99 anchored England's chase of 234 against India, securing a four-wicket victory and levelling the three-match ODI series 1-1. India captain Shubman Gill attributed his side's defeat to a middle-order collapse, which saw them slump from 178 for 3 to 193 for 7.

India vs England: Gill's message after Axar, Washington's match-winning stand

India vs England: Gill's message after Axar, Washington's match-winning stand

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

India skipper Shubman Gill expressed confidence in his team's middle-order batters after Washington Sundar and Axar Patel successfully chased down a challenging target, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure and hinting at exploring various combinations for the upcoming ODI World Cup.

Ajinkya Rahane Retires: Why India's Crisis Man Deserved Better

Ajinkya Rahane Retires: Why India's Crisis Man Deserved Better

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Ajinkya Rahane will always be remembered as the man who let his bat -- and his character -- do the talking, recalls K R Nayar.

Iyer reaches HUGE milestone, Abhishek smashes record again

Iyer reaches HUGE milestone, Abhishek smashes record again

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has completed 5,000 international runs across all formats, achieving this milestone during a T20I against England where he scored 68 runs. The article also highlights his impressive career statistics and mentions Abhishek Sharma's new record for the fastest 100 T20I sixes by a Test-playing nation player.

When Padikkal's ruthless batting stole the limelight

When Padikkal's ruthless batting stole the limelight

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 off 26 balls in the IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased a significant transformation in his batting style, earning widespread praise and solidifying his position as a top white-ball talent.

Wounded India eye redemption against spirited Zimbabwe in T20s

Wounded India eye redemption against spirited Zimbabwe in T20s

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Shreyas Iyer leads a young Indian squad in a three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, aiming for a crucial series win after recent defeats and facing selection dilemmas, particularly concerning the batting order and all-rounders.

After T20 humiliation, can Kohli-Rohit revive India in England ODIs?

After T20 humiliation, can Kohli-Rohit revive India in England ODIs?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to return for India's three-match ODI series against an upbeat England, aiming to lift the team's spirits after a dismal T20I performance.

Why Rishabh Pant Should Bat At No 3 In IPL 2026

Why Rishabh Pant Should Bat At No 3 In IPL 2026

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes Rishabh Pant should bat at No. 3 to maximise his impact in T20 cricket, urging him to balance his aggressive style with a more consistent approach.

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

A look at what went wrong for India in the England ODI series.

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

'Ajinkya Rahane Never Got Support From The System'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

'If he had got the support, he would have finished in that legendary group of cricketers who have played 100 Tests for the country.' 'He never complained, but that might have gone against him because sometimes you have to be open and make your point clearly otherwise people take you for granted.'

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane, known as 'Jinx', has retired from international cricket at 38, leaving behind a legacy of quiet resolve, exceptional captaincy, and crucial innings that often came when India needed them most.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi caps Zimbabwe T20I series with double individual honours

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi caps Zimbabwe T20I series with double individual honours

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Teen Indian batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Match and Series after India's 3-0 T20 series sweep against Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi scored 151 runs, including a rapid 50 and an 81, crediting his natural T20 game and team support for his success. Captain Shreyas Iyer praised the young team's fearless energy, while Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza highlighted the valuable experience gained by his side.

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match

'Nobody can come close': Kapil's Sobers tribute

'Nobody can come close': Kapil's Sobers tribute

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Former India captain Kapil Dev paid tribute to the late Sir Garfield Sobers, hailing him as a revolutionary cricketer who inspired generations and changed the approach to the sport. Dev highlighted Sobers' unparalleled talent as an all-rounder and his impact on traditional cricketing methods.

Kishan, Tilak slam 50s as India crush Zimbabwe to seal T20I series

Kishan, Tilak slam 50s as India crush Zimbabwe to seal T20I series

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Ishan Kishan and Tilak Verma led an intent-filled batting effort with well-paced 81 and an unbeaten 60 respectively to help India crush Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I and seal the the three-match series 2-0.

Shubman Gill Blames Batting Failure for Gujarat Titans' Loss to Punjab Kings

Shubman Gill Blames Batting Failure for Gujarat Titans' Loss to Punjab Kings

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill attributed his team's loss to Punjab Kings in their IPL opener to their inability to capitalise during the final five overs of their batting innings.

ICC Rankings: Abhishek loses No 1 T20I spot as Kishan takes over

ICC Rankings: Abhishek loses No 1 T20I spot as Kishan takes over

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Ishan Kishan has ascended to the No.1 spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings, surpassing Abhishek Sharma after strong performances, including at the T20 World Cup. Jasprit Bumrah now leads the Test bowling rankings, while Travis Head is the top Test batter. The latest ICC rankings also show significant movements for other players across T20I and Test formats.

Coach reveals truth behind Sooryavanshi's debut

Coach reveals truth behind Sooryavanshi's debut

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak discusses the Indian cricket team's ongoing transition, highlighting the debut of young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the challenges of playing without Hardik Pandya. He emphasises the team's focus on developing new talent and improving in all departments for future World Cups.

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi proved unstoppable with the ball last season -- picking up 60 wickets in 10 matches at an incredible average of 12.56 last season to help J&K script history by winning its first Ranji Trophy title.

England plot secret plan to stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

England plot secret plan to stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

England has devised tactics for Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the T20I series opener, amidst anticipation of his potential debut. The 15-year-old, who was the top scorer in this year's IPL, could become India's youngest international debutant, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.

Sooryavanshi must start from the first match against England: Gavaskar

Sooryavanshi must start from the first match against England: Gavaskar

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Sunil Gavaskar has strongly backed young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to be included in playing XI from the first game in the upcoming five-match T20I series against England, starting on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: RCB skipper Patidar flags bat-ball imbalance ahead of Qualifier 1 vs Titans

IPL 2026: RCB skipper Patidar flags bat-ball imbalance ahead of Qualifier 1 vs Titans

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Patidar highlights bowlers' plight in high-scoring IPL, stays guarded on Ahmedabad final shift

How Young Players Sparked Kohli's Batting Reinvention In IPL 2026

How Young Players Sparked Kohli's Batting Reinvention In IPL 2026

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Virat Kohli credits the influence of young players for his T20 reinvention and fastest IPL fifty, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive trophy. He highlights the team's depth and shared responsibility in securing the IPL title.

'Pant Just Needs To Bat, And Bat'

'Pant Just Needs To Bat, And Bat'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'He just has to do what he does best -- which is to destroy opposition bowling.'

Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet must attack, not rebuild, says Shikha Pandey

Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet must attack, not rebuild, says Shikha Pandey

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur needs to stop thinking about the wickets falling around her and focus on playing her natural attacking game, believes former pacer Shikha Pandey, who says the batter can transform into a completely different player once she gets settled at the crease.

Performance, Not Age, Should Dictate Kohli, Rohit and Rohit's ODI Future: Kapil Dev

Performance, Not Age, Should Dictate Kohli, Rohit and Rohit's ODI Future: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev stated that no player, not even stalwarts like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, is a 'certainty' in the Indian team, emphasising that performance should be the sole criterion for selection.

Curran open to fill Stokes void in England squad

Curran open to fill Stokes void in England squad

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Sam Curran says he would welcome the opportunity to replace retired Ben Stokes in England's Test side as the all-rounder eyes a return to red-ball cricket after nearly four years away.

Beyond Besties: Unexpected Friends Who Change Your Life

Beyond Besties: Unexpected Friends Who Change Your Life

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

From childhood playmates to train companions and mommies who become your friends, every phase of life introduces us to a new kind of friendship, says Divya Nair.

1st ODI: Axar, Gill shine as India crush England in Birmingham

1st ODI: Axar, Gill shine as India crush England in Birmingham

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

India comfortably chased down 259 to beat England by six wickets in the first ODI, with Shubman Gill scoring 80 before Axar Patel and Washington Sundar guided the visitors home with unbeaten fifties.

Australia whip England, win Women's T20 World Cup title for record-extending 7th time

Australia whip England, win Women's T20 World Cup title for record-extending 7th time

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Australia beat England by seven wickets to win the Women's T20 World Cup for a record-extending seventh time at Lord's on Sunday.

'Sunrisers back to their best after a slow start'

'Sunrisers back to their best after a slow start'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Dale Steyn believes Sunrisers Hyderabad's victory over Chennai Super Kings could be a turning point, potentially propelling them into the top four of the IPL standings.

From ACL rehab to Lord's honours board: Yastika Bhatia's remarkable comeback

From ACL rehab to Lord's honours board: Yastika Bhatia's remarkable comeback

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia became the first woman cricketer to score a Test century at Lord's, hitting 113 against England. This remarkable achievement marks a significant comeback for Bhatia, who recovered from a career-threatening ACL injury sustained last year. She credited her family, teammates, and support staff for her successful rehabilitation and expressed her belief that her best is yet to come.

IPL 2026 Orange Cap race: Abhishek Sharma will have the best chance, says Graeme Smith

IPL 2026 Orange Cap race: Abhishek Sharma will have the best chance, says Graeme Smith

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has backed Abhishek Sharma to finish as the top run-scorer in the ongoing IPL 2026 season ahead of his Sunrisers Hyderabad teammate Heinrich Klaasen.

Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet wants India to sharpen fielding ahead of Australia test

Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet wants India to sharpen fielding ahead of Australia test

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledged fielding shortcomings despite her team's T20 World Cup victory over Bangladesh. She expressed confidence in the team's ability to improve and looked forward to the challenging match against Australia. Player of the Match Shafali Verma also shared her satisfaction with her performance.

Tendulkar a great example for Sooryavanshi to emulate: Dilip Vengsarkar

Tendulkar a great example for Sooryavanshi to emulate: Dilip Vengsarkar

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays some unreal shots with his hand-eye coordination, which makes his batting unbelievable, says former India captain and chairman of selectors Dilip Vengsarkar.

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Saransh Jain's domestic success motivated by his cancer-affected dad's inspiring note. Saransh received his India Test call-up for the Sri Lanka tour on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: David Miller shows why he's still one of cricket's best finishers

IPL 2026: David Miller shows why he's still one of cricket's best finishers

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised David Miller's match-winning innings against Punjab Kings, highlighting his ability to dominate both sides of the field. Bangar criticised Punjab's bowling attack for their lack of variation, which allowed Miller to score freely and guide Delhi Capitals to a crucial victory in their IPL 2026 playoff chase.

Washington Sundar's undefined role in India's T20 side raises tough questions

Washington Sundar's undefined role in India's T20 side raises tough questions

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

Despite backing from the team management, Washington Sundar's inconsistent usage with both bat and ball has raised questions over his undefined role, with Ravichandran Ashwin urging India to utilise him more clearly as a genuine all-rounder.