News for 'Bouncer'

Boom Boom is back with a BANG!

Boom Boom is back with a BANG!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from Day 4 of the India-England Test at Trent Bridge.

Dhawan picks up bat for 'Bottle Cap Challenge'

Dhawan picks up bat for 'Bottle Cap Challenge'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Dhawan picked up his bat after he was nominated for the viral Bottle Cap Challenge by former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh.

Windies' Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

Windies' Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Russell was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball

Smith passes concussion test, available to play second ODI

Smith passes concussion test, available to play second ODI

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Steve Smith is understood to have subsequently undergone a concussion test and was omitted from the first ODI side 'as a precautionary measure'.

Australia coach says Warner 'very likely' for third Test

Australia coach says Warner 'very likely' for third Test

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Warner has been racing to be fit for the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Test

IN PICS: Women who drive India's economy!

IN PICS: Women who drive India's economy!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

On International Women's Day we bring you images from across the country of working women -- the iron ladies -- who keep the wheels of the Indian economy running.

Archer won't curb aggression in World Cup final

Archer won't curb aggression in World Cup final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

England quick Jofra Archer will keep up his aggressive approach in Sunday's World Cup final against New Zealand after his bouncer left Australia's Alex Carey with a bloodied chin in Thursday's semi-final at Edgbaston.

'If Hardik doesn't bowl, India will have to look for options'

'If Hardik doesn't bowl, India will have to look for options'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

The Indian team is good enough to reach the semi-finals of T20 World Cup but for the side to play at its full potential, Hardik Pandya "needs to start bowling" and Bhuvneshwar Kumar must crank up the pace, feels former Australian speedster Brett Lee.

SA batsmen didn't know whether to go forward or backward against India pacers: Gavaskar

SA batsmen didn't know whether to go forward or backward against India pacers: Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Zubayr Hamza, Temba Bavuma wee beaten by sheer pace and the length

Turning Point: Stokes's 10-ball blitz deflates India

Turning Point: Stokes's 10-ball blitz deflates India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

In the space of just 10 balls, Ben Stokes blasted his way from 50 off 40 balls to 95 from 50 balls -- hitting 45 runs with six sixes and a four to take the match away from India's grasp.

Felt like I got hit on the face with a truck: Bailey

Felt like I got hit on the face with a truck: Bailey

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Australia's George Bailey felt like he was "hit on the face with a truck" when a Nathan Coulter-Nile bouncer knocked his helmet off in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday.

Akram disappointed with Ali's captaincy in 1st Test

Akram disappointed with Ali's captaincy in 1st Test

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Pakistan captain Azhar Ali "missed a trick" several times in the opening Test against England and their three-wicket loss will hurt the team and their fans, according to bowling great Wasim Akram. Ali and his men held the upper hand for most part of the series opener and had England, chasing 277 for victory, reeling at 117-5 at Old Trafford before England fought back.

Bumrah backed his yorkers against Royals: Bond

Bumrah backed his yorkers against Royals: Bond

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'I think it has been a challenge for all the bowlers, coming to play after a break. We are lucky that we had one month here for preparation. Jasprit really wanted to back his yorkers against Royals, he wanted to go back to his strengths and use his bouncer as he normally does. That's Jasprit's strength, if he is not happy with his performances, he tends to bounce back to a new level. I know, traditionally through IPL, Bumrah tends to get better and better.'

Will Australia drop Maxwell?

Will Australia drop Maxwell?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Wade could get a look in as Australia bring Handscomb; Stoinis fit for semi-final

PHOTOS: England walk away with draw against NZ at Lord's

PHOTOS: England walk away with draw against NZ at Lord's

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Images from Day 5 of the 1st Test between England and New Zealand played at Lord's on Sunday.

Pandya now the fab fifth bowler in India attack

Pandya now the fab fifth bowler in India attack

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

He now inspires so much confidence in Virat Kohli that the India captain went with only five bowlers in Tuesday's victory against Bangladesh which secured their place in the semi-finals.

Siraj overcomes personal loss to savour Test debut

Siraj overcomes personal loss to savour Test debut

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Siraj was rewarded for his tough decision as he took two wickets on an emotional debut to help India bowl Australia out for 195

Why it is pointless trying to sledge Pujara

Why it is pointless trying to sledge Pujara

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada tried to disturb Cheteshwar Pujara's concentration on the opening day of the second Test in Pune.

Was expecting a real dogfight: Paine

Was expecting a real dogfight: Paine

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

'Full credit to our bowling attack again. Nice to get off to a good start. Chuffed with the way we bowled in this Test'

'All-rounder' Bumrah is a busy man in Adelaide

'All-rounder' Bumrah is a busy man in Adelaide

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

After picking two wickets earlier, Bumrah capped an eventful day by facing 11 balls as the nightwatchman, ducking cleverly and blocking confidently to end with his wicket intact at stumps on Day 2.

Why KKR skipper is not disheartened after defeat

Why KKR skipper is not disheartened after defeat

Rediff.com31 Mar 2019

Rabada was pretty confident that bowling yorkers was the best option.

Turning Point: Morris's attack stuns Delhi

Turning Point: Morris's attack stuns Delhi

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Chris Morris, the most expensive buy in IPL history, showed why all the franchises were so desperate for his services with a match-turning performance with the bat to lift Rajasthan Royals to victory over Delhi Capitals.

PHOTOS: South Africa vs India, 3rd Test, Day 3

PHOTOS: South Africa vs India, 3rd Test, Day 3

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Images from Day 3 of the third Test between South Africa and India, in Cape Town, on Thursday.

Washington-Shardul partnership was outstanding: Ponting

Washington-Shardul partnership was outstanding: Ponting

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

'And with India we see that they just keep fighting. They've been up for the battle and the contest right the way through this series so far.'

One big target for Australia's run machine Smith...

One big target for Australia's run machine Smith...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Master batsman Steve Smith says Australia have "unfinished business" in England, with the achievement of retaining the Ashes last year tempered by defeat in the final Test that levelled the series 2-2.

PIX: Captain Rahul shines as India's batters flop

PIX: Captain Rahul shines as India's batters flop

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

IMAGES from Day 1 of the second Test between South Africa and India, in Johannesburg, on Monday.

PHOTOS: Smith, Labuschagne rally Australia on rain-hit day

PHOTOS: Smith, Labuschagne rally Australia on rain-hit day

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

Steve Smith continued his outstanding Ashes form, striking an unbeaten 60 as Australia recovered from another failure by their openers to reach 170-3 at the close of the rain-affected first day of the fourth Test against England.

IPL PIX: Hyderabad rise and shine to scorch Rajasthan

IPL PIX: Hyderabad rise and shine to scorch Rajasthan

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad, in Dubai, on Monday.

Pakistan needs 'fighting tail' on England tour, says Younis

Pakistan needs 'fighting tail' on England tour, says Younis

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The onus will be on Pakistan's top batsmen to post competitive totals against England but batting coach Younis Khan said the team will need "a fighting tail" to win the series. Given the team is prone to inexplicable batting collapses, Pakistan roped in former captain Younis to help their batsmen for the three-Test series beginning in Manchester on Wednesday.

Australia prepared to risk Warner in Sydney even if not fully fit

Australia prepared to risk Warner in Sydney even if not fully fit

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

David Warner may play the third Test against India even if he is short of full fitness as Australia look to the veteran opener to strengthen the top order, assistant coach Andrew McDonald said on Thursday.

Waugh wowed by deceptive Archer's 'X-factor'

Waugh wowed by deceptive Archer's 'X-factor'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Waugh did not find any problems with Archer's stamina either after the Barbados-born 24-year-old bowled 44 overs and took 5-91 at Lord's.

Smith given all-clear after Archer blitz

Smith given all-clear after Archer blitz

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Steve Smith was on 80 when he was hit on the neck by Test debutant Jofra Archer.

'Absolute disgrace': Border blasts Australia A's performance

'Absolute disgrace': Border blasts Australia A's performance

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Australians survived a barrage of bouncers under lights from Indian pacers before the match ended in a draw at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

PIX: Conway's double ton on debut hoists NZ on Day 2

PIX: Conway's double ton on debut hoists NZ on Day 2

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

England finished day two on 111-2 and trail New Zealand by 267 runs in the first innings of the first Test after Devon Conway's double ton took the game away from the home side on Thursday.

Turning Point: Unadkat delivers a Royal flop

Turning Point: Unadkat delivers a Royal flop

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

Jaydev Unadkat was smashed for as many as 25 runs in the 19th over which all but sealed the contest in RCB's favour.

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 3

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 3

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

Images from Day 3 of the fourth Test between Australia and India, at the Gabba, on Sunday.

PM Modi pays tribute to Aus batsman Hughes

PM Modi pays tribute to Aus batsman Hughes

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

"Heart-rending funeral in Australia. Phil Hughes, we will miss you. Your game & exuberance won you fans all over! RIP," Modi tweeted as thousands gathered in Hughes's home town of Macksville to bid farewell to the batsman.

Dhawan doubtful starter for New Zealand tour

Dhawan doubtful starter for New Zealand tour

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Dhawan was taken off the field in the fifth over of the game after he dived to save an Aaron Finch shot in the cover region, hurting his shoulder.

'That was very unusual': When Tendulkar sledged McGrath

'That was very unusual': When Tendulkar sledged McGrath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Recalling some of his fiercest battles with Sachin Tendulkar, legendary Australian bowler Glenn McGrath has said it ended 50-50 between them but the Indian batting genius was really furious when he was declared out after a low bouncer hit his shoulder. McGrath said he spends a lot of time in India, has got a lot many friends there and always catches up with Tendulkar when he is in Mumbai, but many Indians still tell him they have not forgiven him for getting Sachin out in the 2003 World Cup final.

Star Performer: Suryakumar Yadav

Star Performer: Suryakumar Yadav

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The Mumbai Indians No 3 hit a brilliant 79 from 47 balls, putting on 76 runs from 38 balls with Hardik Pandya (30 from 19 balls) to propel Mumbai to a huge 193-4 in their 20 overs.