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Steyn, Guptill join Euro Slam T20 league

Steyn, Guptill join Euro Slam T20 league

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Injury-prone South African fast bowler Dale Steyn is set to play in the Euro T20 Slam league after being signed up as one of the marquee players along with New Zealand's Martin Guptill for the tournament's first edition, beginning August 30.

'To every cricket fan in India, I request your support towards NZ'

'To every cricket fan in India, I request your support towards NZ'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has beseeched the cricket-mad Indian fans to root for his team in the World Cup final against four-time winners Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Stokes has changed cricket in a lot of respects: Pope

Stokes has changed cricket in a lot of respects: Pope

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

England captain Ben Stokes has changed the game of cricket in a "lot of respects", says batter Ollie Pope, as the maverick all-rounder gears up for his 100th Test appearance in a couple of days' time.

IPL: Will Gujarat Lions end home campaign on winning note?

IPL: Will Gujarat Lions end home campaign on winning note?

Rediff.com2 May 2016

The shocking loss to Kings XI Punjab in their last match, notwithstanding, table-toppers Gujarat Lions will have to get their act together quickly if they wish to end their home campaign on a winning note against a formidable Delhi Daredevils in an Indian Premier League match, in Rajkot on Tuesday.

High Point: Sheldon Jackson's Wicket-keeping

High Point: Sheldon Jackson's Wicket-keeping

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The great Sachin Tendulkar took to Twitter to hail the KKR wicket-keeper, saying that piece of work reminded him of Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played on the field.

Lord's Test ends in a draw

Lord's Test ends in a draw

Rediff.com19 May 2008

New Zealand all-rounder Jacob Oram scored his first century against England on Monday to ensure a draw in the first Test on the final day at Lord's.

The Englishmen Who Want To Win In India

The Englishmen Who Want To Win In India

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The last time England toured India, back in early 2021, Joe Root's team went back home beaten and bruised 3-1.

Australia beat New Zealand by 44 runs

Australia beat New Zealand by 44 runs

Rediff.com17 Feb 2005

Australia beat New Zealand by 44 runs in their historic Twenty20 international at Eden Park in Auckland on Thursday.

'Fantastic Talent' Mr Reliable comes to England's rescue once again

'Fantastic Talent' Mr Reliable comes to England's rescue once again

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

As a traditional innings by Joe Root turned it around for England, Jonny Bairstow lauded his 'talented' teammate following Day 1's play.

'It's one of the best matches I've ever been involved in'

'It's one of the best matches I've ever been involved in'

Rediff.com26 May 2015

England captain Alastair Cook was almost speechless with delight after his side's 124-run victory over New Zealand in a gripping first Test at Lord's.

Smiling Anderson hails 'freak' Stokes after England whip SA

Smiling Anderson hails 'freak' Stokes after England whip SA

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

James Anderson hailed England's all-round improvement and called inspirational captain Ben Stokes a "freak" as they thumped South Africa by an innings and 85 runs in the second Test at Old Trafford on Saturday, setting up a series decider at The Oval.

'We are expecting some different stuff'

'We are expecting some different stuff'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'One of my big strengths has been adapting on the go, understanding what they are trying to do and solving the problem out there in the middle.'

In-form Guptill earns Test recall for England tour

In-form Guptill earns Test recall for England tour

Rediff.com4 Apr 2015

Martin Guptill has been recalled to the New Zealand Test squad for the two-match tour of England after the top-order batsman finished top scorer at the recent 50-over cricket World Cup.

Marshall lifts Kiwis to victory

Marshall lifts Kiwis to victory

Rediff.com5 Dec 2004

RCB vs KXIP tie: Star of the Match

RCB vs KXIP tie: Star of the Match

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The pressure was on AB to do the job and boy, did he do it in style!

Double delight for record-setting Rohit

Double delight for record-setting Rohit

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

Rohit achieved the feat in style, clobbering leg-spinner Ish Sodhi over the fine-leg boundary for a six during India's chase of 159 runs in the second Twenty20 International against New Zealand in Auckland

Watson says Australia ready for hostile reception in New Zealand

Watson says Australia ready for hostile reception in New Zealand

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

A hostile crowd buoyed by New Zealand's perfect start to the World Cup is set to turn Eden Park into a bear pit for visiting Australia on Saturday, but all-rounder Shane Watson is "excited" by the prospect of a rancorous reception.

Fleming succumbs in 90s for fourth time

Fleming succumbs in 90s for fourth time

Rediff.com5 Jun 2004

The New Zealand captain was dismissed three runs short of a century as England fought their way back into the second Test at Headingley.

England's Crawley applauds 'Bazball' revolution

England's Crawley applauds 'Bazball' revolution

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Zak Crawley said most of his teammates have become better players since embracing the ultra-aggressive 'Bazball' approach

Chance for Shubman to cement KKR's opening slot

Chance for Shubman to cement KKR's opening slot

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

The 21-year-old had limited opportunity to showcase his skills in the last edition, but this time Kolkata Knight Riders coach Brendon McCullum has already given the opener's slot to him.

Farhat, Youhana give Pakistan victory

Farhat, Youhana give Pakistan victory

Rediff.com7 Jan 2004

Pakistan beat New Zealand by six wickets to level the five match series 1-1.

England out-bat India to pull off record chase, level series

England out-bat India to pull off record chase, level series

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Bairstow's unbeaten 114 was his second hundred of the match as England triumphed with two sessions to spare.

Why Bairstow is now scoring tons of runs...

Why Bairstow is now scoring tons of runs...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Star England batter Jonny Bairstow has credited his sensational run of form in the past five Test innings, including the two against India, to freedom from COVID-19 protocols and role clarity under new head coach Brendon McCullum.

Pakistan on brink of big victory against NZ

Pakistan on brink of big victory against NZ

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Pakistan are two wickets away from a comprehensive victory over New Zealand in the first Test after the tourists slumped to 174-8 in their second innings at stumps on the fourth day in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.

Buttler to replace Morgan as England's ODI captain?

Buttler to replace Morgan as England's ODI captain?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

Vaughan has backed Jos Buttler to become the team's white-ball skipper

England reveal Test squad for the tour of Pakistan

England reveal Test squad for the tour of Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Nottinghamshire seam bowler Broad was not considered for selection, with his partner expecting their first child towards the end of November.

Forget Australia and SA, here are World Cup's genuine dark horses

Forget Australia and SA, here are World Cup's genuine dark horses

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

New Zealand are looming as the popular dark horses for the cricket World Cup.

Zaheer hurt; may miss three-day match

Zaheer hurt; may miss three-day match

Rediff.com4 Dec 2002

India's pace spearhead was hit on his knee by the ball while fielding in the Supermax match.\n\n\n\n\n\n

Balance, composure the keys to New Zealand's unbeaten run

Balance, composure the keys to New Zealand's unbeaten run

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

The calm, assured manner in which New Zealand chased down South Africa's imposing total on Tuesday to advance to their first cricket World Cup final is a hallmark of a team that has developed into a cohesive unit over the last two years.

Short boundaries: Munro gets NZ call-up; Chigumbura quits Zim captaincy

Short boundaries: Munro gets NZ call-up; Chigumbura quits Zim captaincy

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

Summarising everything cricket from around the world...

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Raza credited Trinbago Knight Riders credited McCullum for defining a clear role for him.

World Cup Blogs: Gayle says I'm not leaving but is he talking about retirement or this bar?

World Cup Blogs: Gayle says I'm not leaving but is he talking about retirement or this bar?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

'The wicket at Basin Reserve looks like it might do a bit'

'The wicket at Basin Reserve looks like it might do a bit'

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.

'Not arrogance but...': Root defends Bazball

'Not arrogance but...': Root defends Bazball

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Joe Root emphasised the importance of adapting and evolving as a batter to counter the skills of world class bowlers.

Boult reaches home, says hope things improve soon in India

Boult reaches home, says hope things improve soon in India

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Trent Boult, Finn Allen, Jimmy Neesham, Adam Milne and Scott Kuggeleijn, coaches and former players James Pamment and Shane Bond, Mike Hesson were the first to land in Auckland

Kohli congratulates Watling on his last day in Test cricket

Kohli congratulates Watling on his last day in Test cricket

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Kohli congratulated Watling as both India and New Zealand stepped out to the field on the Reserve Day of the ongoing WTC final

Top Performers: KKR Bowlers Keep It Tight

Top Performers: KKR Bowlers Keep It Tight

Rediff.com3 May 2022

The KKR attack prowled together and ensured that Rajasthan could barely set a par total.

The Sanju Samson journey: Kerala's own cult hero

The Sanju Samson journey: Kerala's own cult hero

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Sanju Samson, then a skinny 14-year-old, curled on the bed in his hotel room, watched Kolkata Knight Riders' Brendon McCullum hammering a 73-ball 158 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the first-ever IPL match.