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Who took the 1st IPL hat-trick?

Who took the 1st IPL hat-trick?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

The IPL has produced many, many, memorable moments on the way.

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.

1st Test: All you need to know about New Zealand v Australia

1st Test: All you need to know about New Zealand v Australia

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Swing and seam friendly conditions, a lack of truly scary Australian bowlers and New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum's retirement are all themes that will resonate when the first Test gets underway in Wellington on Friday.

'Baz with our Jaabaz'

'Baz with our Jaabaz'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Summoned for a T20 World Cup photoshoot before the fifth Test against England, Rinku Singh stands out as a prime contender for the finisher's role.

Will James Anderson retire during England's home summer?

Will James Anderson retire during England's home summer?

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Legendary James Anderson is set for his final appearance in Test cricket as the upcoming home season for England will be the last for cricket's most successful fast bowler, a report in UK media said.

KKR looking to offer hope in difficult Covid time

KKR looking to offer hope in difficult Covid time

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum hopes his team plays a brand of cricket which gives people "something to look forward to in these difficult times".

'Be the best batter you can be': Karthik's advice to Gill

'Be the best batter you can be': Karthik's advice to Gill

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Former wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik believes Shubman Gill is yet to realise the 'enormity' of what it means to be India's Test captain.

Will he, won't he? Stokes' bowling return sparks speculation

Will he, won't he? Stokes' bowling return sparks speculation

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Stokes, who is still recovering from a knee surgery, hasn't bowled since the second Ashes Test in June last year.

Symonds in trouble again

Symonds in trouble again

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

The public apology he tendered was not enough and troubled all-rounder Andrew Symonds will now appear in a Cricket Australia code of conduct hearing on Thursday to explain his radio diatribe against New Zealand player Brendon McCullum. The hearing would be chaired by CA Code of Conduct Senior Commissioner Gordon Lewis.

'It will be nice to tick off a series win against Australia'

'It will be nice to tick off a series win against Australia'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

As much as Brendon McCullum looks back fondly on a stellar career, more than anything he wants to sign off with a series win over Australia starting with the first Test in Wellington on Friday.

Harris, Hughes help Aus crush Kiwis in first Test

Harris, Hughes help Aus crush Kiwis in first Test

Rediff.com23 Mar 2010

Brendon McCullum's dogged century could only delay the inevitable as Australia cruised to a convincing 10-wicket win in the first Test against New Zealand in Wellington on Tuesday.

'Exposed' England will have to do some 'deep thinking' after India thrashing

'Exposed' England will have to do some 'deep thinking' after India thrashing

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

England head coach Brendon McCullum said they will have to do some deep thinking about their approach after being "exposed" in the final four matches in India but is convinced their first series defeat under his watch will make them a better side.

Vaughan blasts Stokes for 'bizarre' call

Vaughan blasts Stokes for 'bizarre' call

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Former captain Michael Vaughan is astonished by England's decision to bowl first on a dry Headingley wicket, a decision that backfired as India finished at 359 for 3 on day one of the first Test in Leeds.

The 1st 6 and other IPL firsts...

The 1st 6 and other IPL firsts...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the 'Firsts' in IPLs so far...

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Harry Brook ton leads England to nervy win over Pakistan and T20 World Cup semifinals.

Britain's 18-year-old Rehan ready for IPL?

Britain's 18-year-old Rehan ready for IPL?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

'It would be great if he got picked up at the IPL. It would be awesome if he did'

Pak captain Shoaib Malik joins IPL

Pak captain Shoaib Malik joins IPL

Rediff.com18 Oct 2007

The BCCI's multi-million dollar Indian Premier League also signed up into its growing fold Younis Khan, Mohd Asif and New Zealand's Brendon McCullum.

'That Was Some Knock...' Stokes In Awe Of Head Hundred

'That Was Some Knock...' Stokes In Awe Of Head Hundred

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

England's Stokes praises Australia's Head, supports his own errant batters

'It hurts a lot...but at the same time there is an element of pride'

'It hurts a lot...but at the same time there is an element of pride'

Rediff.com26 May 2015

New Zealand will not let their tight loss to England in the classic Test at Lord's lessen their resolve to keep playing aggressive cricket, captain Brendon McCullum said.

Sydney T20: Australia edge New Zealand

Sydney T20: Australia edge New Zealand

Rediff.com15 Feb 2009

Australia edged New Zealand by just one run in a thrilling Twenty20 game at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

'Door open' for Test return, says England's Moeen

'Door open' for Test return, says England's Moeen

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Moeen Ali said he is open to playing Test cricket again

'The last 15 or 20 Tests have been an incredible part of my life'

'The last 15 or 20 Tests have been an incredible part of my life'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Brendon McCullum's singular contribution to New Zealand cricket extends far beyond the pyrotechnics with the bat which attracted a new generation to the game and helped make the 2015 World Cup such a spectacular success.

'There's something romantic about finishing playing in front of New Zealand crowds'

'There's something romantic about finishing playing in front of New Zealand crowds'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

The romance of finishing his career by leading New Zealand into one last battle against Australia on home soil persuaded Brendon McCullum to bow out of international cricket before next year's World Twenty20.

Bazball added to Collins dictionary

Bazball added to Collins dictionary

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

'Bazball' refers to the risk-taking style of play adopted by the England team under Test coach Brendon McCullum.

World Cup, New Zealand v Sri Lanka: How the teams stack up

World Cup, New Zealand v Sri Lanka: How the teams stack up

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Factbox on World Cup match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka at Hagley Oval.

Broad hits out at umpires for keeping players on field despite lightening

Broad hits out at umpires for keeping players on field despite lightening

Rediff.com23 Mar 2014

England cricket captain Stuart Broad said he and New Zealand counterpart Brendon McCullum considered taking their players off the field due to fears they could be struck by lightning in their World Twenty20 clash on Saturday.

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Abhishek Sharma opened up about a small but meaningful habit-pulling out a chit from his pocket after scoring a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Cairns trial: 'It's time to move on and focus on cricket'

Cairns trial: 'It's time to move on and focus on cricket'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum is 'very comfortable' with the evidence he gave against former all-rounder Chris Cairns, who was found not guilty of perjury and perverting the course of justice in a trial last month.

'Nervy win over Aussies shows why Kiwis are favourites to win WC'

'Nervy win over Aussies shows why Kiwis are favourites to win WC'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming said that the nail-biting one-wicket triumph over co-hosts Australia at Auckland showed why Brendon McCullum's men can be considered as favourites to win the World Cup.

Top performer: Malinga almost slings it Sri Lanka's way

Top performer: Malinga almost slings it Sri Lanka's way

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

In a match dominated by bowlers, it was Lasith Malinga who ran away with the honours despite being at the losing end.

Is this New Zealand's World Cup?

Is this New Zealand's World Cup?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Semi-finalists six times. Runner-up in 2015. Rajneesh Gupta highlights important numbers for the New Zealand team from World Cups.

Stats: Zaheer, Kohli set new marks in drawn Wellington Test

Stats: Zaheer, Kohli set new marks in drawn Wellington Test

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Statistical highlights from the drawn second Test between India and New Zealand in Wellington.

Who Won?

Who Won?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Before the IPL 2021 qualifier 2 game between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Delhi Capitals at the Sharjah cricket stadium on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, DC's Australian star Steve Smith and KKR's Kiwi Head Coach Brendon McCullum were spotted in this strange pose.

Ton-up Pope sheds all doubts to reclaim No 3 spot

Ton-up Pope sheds all doubts to reclaim No 3 spot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Selected at number three ahead of the burgeoning talent of Jacob Bethell, who averaged 52 on his first Test tour of New Zealand, Pope settled after early scares to compile his ninth Test century.

'Unstoppable Things: Time. Ageing. Abhishek Sharma'

'Unstoppable Things: Time. Ageing. Abhishek Sharma'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

As India marches toward the Asia Cup final, one thing is crystal clear -- Abhishek Sharma isn't just participating in this tournament; he's redefining it.

England To Travel With Chef To India

England To Travel With Chef To India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Wary of taking ill or relying just on pizzas and canned food from home, the England cricket team will travel to India with a chef for the five Test tour starting January 25.

Why New Zealand stand a good chance to win the Test series in Australia

Why New Zealand stand a good chance to win the Test series in Australia

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Unbeaten in seven Test series since 2013, New Zealand are widely viewed to have their best chance in a good while to secure a second series victory on Australian soil to go with the Richard Hadlee-inspired 1985 triumph.

Attack, attack, attack is Kiwis' weapon of mass destruction

Attack, attack, attack is Kiwis' weapon of mass destruction

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

New Zealand will stick with their crash, bang, wallop brand of cricket in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against West Indies because it gives them the best chance of winning, captain Brendon McCullum said on Friday.

Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Jonny Bairstow's 'controversial dismissal' on the final Day of the second Ashes Test at the Lord's has left the cricketing world divided.

3rd ODI: NZ elect to bowl vs India

3rd ODI: NZ elect to bowl vs India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2009

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum won the toss and elected to field in the third one-day international against India at Lancaster Park, Christchurch on Sunday. McCullum has replaced regular captain Daniel Vettori, who has left the team to be present at the birth of his first child in Auckland.