News for 'Black Caps'

WTC: India's grip on top spot weakens after Bengaluru loss

WTC: India's grip on top spot weakens after Bengaluru loss

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

The win propelled New Zealand from sixth to fourth in the updated standings, with a win-loss percentage of 44.44%,

Markets In Meltdown: What Should You Do?

Markets In Meltdown: What Should You Do?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

'Investors should continue with their SIPs, especially during market corrections.' 'For those looking to start new SIPs, beginning with large-cap funds is a prudent strategy, followed by flexi-cap and value-oriented approaches.'

Williamson, Southee set to join club 100

Williamson, Southee set to join club 100

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

One piles up runs, the other piles up wickets. Both Kane Williamson and Tim Southee will hope to add to their hauls when they play their 100th Test match against Australia in Christchurch this week.

First time in India! Test match called off without a ball being bowled

First time in India! Test match called off without a ball being bowled

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

This was only the eighth time in Test cricket history that a match was abandoned without a ball being bowled.

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Foreign investment in bonds issued by Indian corporates touched a 10-year high in May at 20,996 crore, driven by $3.35 billion fundraise by the Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) group, which saw infusion from Deutsche Bank, BlackRock, Morgan Stanley, Davidson Kempner, and Cerberus Capital, among others. The SP group sold three-year bonds, offering 19.75 per cent yield compounded annually and payable at maturity.

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The pontiff, the first leader of the global Catholic Church from the United States, appeared for about seven minutes on Rate Field's jumbotron during the event, organized by the Chicago archdiocese and featuring several other local personalities, including Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky.

India's worst home total: A day to forget for the hosts

India's worst home total: A day to forget for the hosts

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Woeful India dismissed for 46 as New Zealand pacers run riot

Lakme@25: The Beauties On The Ramp

Lakme@25: The Beauties On The Ramp

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The final show of Lakme Fashion Week's 25th anniversary was a grand gala.

Latham's NZ hope to win first Test against India since 1988

Latham's NZ hope to win first Test against India since 1988

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

The presence of a host of experienced batters and bowlers, Latham said, makes India a formidable opponent.

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai robbed Pakistan of the honour of hosting the final and disrupted the schedule of the knockout matches.

PIX: New Zealand script historic win in Bengaluru

PIX: New Zealand script historic win in Bengaluru

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 5 of the first Test played between India and New Zealand, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

Latham urges NZ seniors to pull their weight in Williamson's absence

Latham urges NZ seniors to pull their weight in Williamson's absence

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

New Zealand have yet to decide on a replacement for Williamson for the white-ball roles but Latham's record in T20s may count against him if selectors opt for a single captain for both the short-format teams.

HISTORIC: Shuks heads to ISS, 1st Indian in space in 41 years

HISTORIC: Shuks heads to ISS, 1st Indian in space in 41 years

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The Lucknow-born Shukla, former NASA astronaut Mission Commander Peggy Whitson, Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski of Poland, and Tibor Kapu of Hungary are part of the Axiom-4 mission that marks the return to space for the three nations.

Kohli's reign over: Pant surpasses Kohli as India's top batter

Kohli's reign over: Pant surpasses Kohli as India's top batter

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Rishabh Pant on Wednesday overtook his superstar India teammate Virat Kohli to reach the sixth spot in the ICC Test rankings for batters.

We know what to expect: Latham not underestimating SA

We know what to expect: Latham not underestimating SA

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

New Zealand batsman Tom Latham says his team will take confidence from their recent win over South Africa in the tri-series when they face the same opponents in the semifinal of the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Wednesday.

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'They haven't done a lot wrong. That's without some of their stars actually performing in that final.'

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Kareena Stuns As Westwood Meets Bollywood

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Bollywood fashionistas made a beeline to the first ever Vivienne Westwood show held at the Gateway of India, Mumbai.

PIX: New Zealand humble India for historic sweep!

PIX: New Zealand humble India for historic sweep!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

New Zealand beat India by 25 runs in Mumbai to complete an unprecedented 3-0 series sweep in India.

New Zealand T20 star Munro retires from internationals

New Zealand T20 star Munro retires from internationals

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Along with two T20 World Cups, Munro was in the New Zealand squad that suffered a heart-breaking defeat in the 50-over 2019 World Cup final against hosts England.

Ponting predicts CT semis winner... and it's not NZ

Ponting predicts CT semis winner... and it's not NZ

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes South Africa has a slight edge over New Zealand in their Champions Trophy semifinal clash.

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.

Veteran Boult has played his last T20 World Cup

Veteran Boult has played his last T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Boult and his team mates had already been eliminated before their nine-wicket win over Uganda, and the 34-year-old revealed he will not return to the competition.

New Zealand's Test captain steps down

New Zealand's Test captain steps down

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Tim Southee has stepped down as Test captain of New Zealand after struggling for form and has been replaced by opening batsman Tom Latham ahead of the India series.

New Zealand's 'four-spinner army' ready for India

New Zealand's 'four-spinner army' ready for India

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Latham admitted he has given thought to how to utilise the spinners at their disposal. New Zealand have Ish Sodhi, Mitchell Santner and Ajaz Patel among frontline tweakers and Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips also to roll over their arms.

NZ skipper backs Stokes in debate on over-rates

NZ skipper backs Stokes in debate on over-rates

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'It's been over a year now since I made some comments about the over-rates to the match referee and umpires, and to this day we're yet to hear any response back from the ICC.'

Rohit may quit tests if India fail in Australia, says Srikkanth

Rohit may quit tests if India fail in Australia, says Srikkanth

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

India must start planning for Rohit Sharma's successor if the team do not play well in their five-Test series in Australia as the captain could well retire from the longest format

NZ bring out big guns for India, Sri Lanka tour

NZ bring out big guns for India, Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

New Zealand on Monday named a strong squad, which includes five spin bowling options

Will Ravindra's knock rescue NZ from defeat in Lanka?

Will Ravindra's knock rescue NZ from defeat in Lanka?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Sri Lanka stayed on course for victory against New Zealand in the opening test in Galle despite Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten 91 on Sunday.

Look Who Announced New Zealand's World Cup Squad!

Look Who Announced New Zealand's World Cup Squad!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Matilda and Agnus announced New Zealand's squad for the T20 World Cup.

Jamieson's arrival reshapes New Zealand's WC prospects

Jamieson's arrival reshapes New Zealand's WC prospects

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

New Zealand have summoned Kyle Jamieson to reinforce their Cricket World Cup squad in India.

'If there's one team that can beat India, it's New Zealand'

'If there's one team that can beat India, it's New Zealand'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has picked India as the favourites in Sunday's Champions Trophy summit clash against New Zealand, but hastened to add that the advantage will be miniscule, given that the Black Caps are a formidable side.

PHOTOS: New Zealand stun India to end 36-year wait

PHOTOS: New Zealand stun India to end 36-year wait

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Rachin Ravindra and Will Young remained calm under pressure after the loss of two early wickets to get the job done, earning New Zealand only their third win on Indian soil in 38 attempts going back to 1955.

Champions Trophy: Can India knock out Pakistan?

Champions Trophy: Can India knock out Pakistan?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

While India are on a high after a measured six-wicket win over a sprightly Bangladesh, Pakistan are evidently tense after the 60-run loss in the tournament-opener to New Zealand.

2nd Test tantalisingly poised as NZ bowlers rock Aus

2nd Test tantalisingly poised as NZ bowlers rock Aus

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

The Australians still managed to score at a fair pace and will resume on Monday on 77-4 with Mitch Marsh, who was 27 not out, and Travis Head, unbeaten on 17, looking to cut deeper into their 279-run victory target.

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Kane Williamson has stepped down as captain of New Zealand's white-ball teams

Blow for New Zealand as pacer set to miss India series

Blow for New Zealand as pacer set to miss India series

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

New Zealand right-arm pacer Ben Sears has been ruled out of the upcoming three-Test series against India due to a knee injury.

PIX: NZ trounce Afghanistan to continue winning start!

PIX: NZ trounce Afghanistan to continue winning start!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Mitchell Santner and Lockie Ferguson picked up three wickets each as New Zealand trounced Afghanistan by 149 runs.

ICC Rankings: Rabada dethrones Bumrah as No 1 Test bowler

ICC Rankings: Rabada dethrones Bumrah as No 1 Test bowler

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

South Africa quick Kagiso Rabada has dethroned Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah as the top bowler in the latest ICC Men's Test Player Rankings released on Wednesday.

'Investors: Stay Calm. Avoid Speculative Investment Behaviour'

'Investors: Stay Calm. Avoid Speculative Investment Behaviour'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

'My advice: Don't mark your portfolio to market every day. Focus on survival.'

India's hot, sweaty and a tough place to play: Guptill

India's hot, sweaty and a tough place to play: Guptill

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The biggest challenge for the New Zealand batters on their upcoming Test tour of India will be picking the turning ball and more so the odd one that skids through, reckons former Black Caps opener Martin Guptill.