News for 'Captain Cool'

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

Rediff.com4 May 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

PIX: Dhoni hosts die-hard fan for special lunch

PIX: Dhoni hosts die-hard fan for special lunch

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

Sudhir Gautam is the most visible supporter of the Indian team.

'Shane Watson is very similar to Rahul bhai as captain'

'Shane Watson is very similar to Rahul bhai as captain'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Ajinkya Rahane rose to prominence while playing under Rahul Dravid in Rajasthan Royals and the right-handed batsman feels current skipper Shane Watson is as "cool and calm headed" as his predecessor.

'No Indian captain has achieved what Dhoni has'

'No Indian captain has achieved what Dhoni has'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'Dhoni was a very shrewd captain in terms of his out of the box thinking and getting the work done.'

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

During the lead-up to and at the tournament, the mascot duo will engage with fans in person, through broadcasts, and on digital platforms.

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The series is now locked at 2-2 with Thursday's climax to come.

Will Rohit, Ashwin Play Ranji Trophy Semis?

Will Rohit, Ashwin Play Ranji Trophy Semis?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Only if we could have a Rohit versus Ashwin clash in the semis! What a perfect fill-up it would be for the resurgence of the Ranji Trophy.

T20 PIX: Deepti shines but India lose to Australia

T20 PIX: Deepti shines but India lose to Australia

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Australia cantered to a six-wicket win against India in the second women's T20 to level the three-match series 1-1.

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Inzamam ul Haq blames ousted PCB Interim Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf for mess in Pakistan cricket

PIX: Dube's fifty powers India to easy victory vs Afghanistan

PIX: Dube's fifty powers India to easy victory vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Shivam Dube smashed a quickfire half-century to power India to a thumping six-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the first T20 International.

Kohli loses cool, snaps at media after Centurion defeat

Kohli loses cool, snaps at media after Centurion defeat

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

An irate India captain Virat Kohli lost his cool and snapped at the scribes in a fiery media session after the series defeat against South Africa, his first reverse as full-time skipper.

Champions League PIX: Lazio down Bayern; PSG win

Champions League PIX: Lazio down Bayern; PSG win

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Ciro Immobile scored a 69th-minute penalty to earn hosts Lazio a 1-0 victory over 10-man Bayern Munich.

Throwback: Dhoni's crazy birthday party

Throwback: Dhoni's crazy birthday party

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Can the Dhonis ever forget the celebrations in the Caribbean on July 7, 2017?

IPL Auction: It will help us set up the family in many ways: Mitchell

IPL Auction: It will help us set up the family in many ways: Mitchell

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

When New Zealander Daryl Mitchell was bought for a whopping Rs 14 crore by Chennai Super Kings during the IPL auction, he was wrapping presents for his daughter's birthday at his home and his heartbeat increased when his name popped up on the screen.

Can captain Dhoni avoid another series defeat?

Can captain Dhoni avoid another series defeat?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's leadership as well as finishing skills will be put through a stern test when an inconsistent India take on a rejuvenated New Zealand in the series-deciding fifth and final cricket ODI in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. With the series locked at 2-2, Dhoni and his men will be eager to clinch the issue while history beckons Kane Williamson's men as they have a glorious opportunity to taste their maiden success in a bilateral ODI rubber. The only thing that can play spoilsport is the cyclone threat which can lead to complete washout.

Tendulkar needed more than ever now: Dravid

Tendulkar needed more than ever now: Dravid

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

The criticism against Sachin Tendulkar might be mounting rapidly after a string of poor performances but his former India teammate Rahul Dravid feels the senior batsman is needed "more than ever now".

BCCI unaware of talks between Tendulkar, selectors

BCCI unaware of talks between Tendulkar, selectors

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

The Indian Cricket Board on Tuesday claimed it was unaware of any talks between senior batsman Sachin Tendulkar and national selectors on his future in the wake of a prolonged form slump.

Broad's Fairytale Ending!

Broad's Fairytale Ending!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Stuart Broad finished on a high as he claimed the final two Australian wickets to bowl England to a series-levelling 49-run victory in the final Ashes Test.

The Marvels Review: Goofy Fun

The Marvels Review: Goofy Fun

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

The Marvels is a muddled effort, but it still stands up as this refreshingly goofy and enjoyable superhero romp, notes Mayur Sanap.

Despite injuries, India ready for tri(al) series

Despite injuries, India ready for tri(al) series

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

India will be without many key players in the tri-series due to injuries but captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni says it's a blessing in disguise as it presents them with an opportunity to test bench strength ahead of the 2011 World Cup.

PIX: WAGs pray, Ranveer cheers CSK

PIX: WAGs pray, Ranveer cheers CSK

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Bollywood stars. WAGs. The cheergirls. All these up the glam quotient.

Thala's Whistle Podu Masterclass

Thala's Whistle Podu Masterclass

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

By the looks of it the team will be able to 'whistle podu' in time for this season's IPL, that commences on March 31.

M S Dhoni: Master of his fate, Captain of his soul

M S Dhoni: Master of his fate, Captain of his soul

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Gut feeling and a sense of timing has always marked Mahendra Singh Dhoni's decision making process in his illustrious captaincy stint and he once again showed that when he 'stumped' one and all with his decision to step down as skipper of India's limited overs team. No one knows whether Dhoni has read the poem 'Invictus' or watched Hollywood actor Morgan Freeman recite it in his deep baritone: "I am the Master of My fate, I am the Captain of My soul". The context of the poem may have been different but in spirit somewhere, Dhoni may find it eerily similar to his thought process leading up to the decision last night.

Bigg Boss 13: Who will become the captain? PREDICT!

Bigg Boss 13: Who will become the captain? PREDICT!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Equations are changing rapidly inside the Bigg Boss house and it seems Siddharth Shukla is losing his friends one by one.

I would like to get back to hitting sixes, says Dhoni

I would like to get back to hitting sixes, says Dhoni

Rediff.com16 Jun 2009

After the defeat to England in the Super Eights of the World Twenty20, India's skipper reflected on his own batting form and admitted losing some of the prowess that made him one of the most feared batsmen in contemporaty cricket.

Bumrah back for third ODI, Axar continues to be rested

Bumrah back for third ODI, Axar continues to be rested

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

India's Asian Games cricket team captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, who played the first two ODIs, has been released from the squad and will link up with the Hangzhou-bound outfit. Also released is pacer Mukesh Kumar, who came in as cover for Bumrah.

Dhoni to be conferred Khel Ratna

Dhoni to be conferred Khel Ratna

Rediff.com4 Aug 2008

India's one-day and Twenty20 captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was on Monday chosen for the Raviv Gandhi Khel Ratna, the country's highest honour for a sportsperson.

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'He is great to have as a captain -- he just keeps everything simple and doesn't change his emotions too much, which in the heat of the battle, (helps) to keep your mind clear'

PIX: Five-star Chennai Super Kings crowned IPL 2023 champions

PIX: Five-star Chennai Super Kings crowned IPL 2023 champions

Rediff.com30 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 final between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday.

These 'errors' cost India in first West Indies T20I

These 'errors' cost India in first West Indies T20I

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

West Indies claimed a tense four-run victory over a young India side in the first T20I on Thursday.

Turning Point: Last over drama

Turning Point: Last over drama

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

Chennai Super Kings needed 18 off the last over and what followed was one of the most dramatic overs in IPL history.

Silly Point: Should Dhoni take a break?

Silly Point: Should Dhoni take a break?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2011

Manu Shankar and Abhishek Mande return return with Silly Point, the Dhoni Edition and wonder if it's time for the 'Captain Cool' to take a break from international cricket.

Dhoni wants to return to six-hitting mode

Dhoni wants to return to six-hitting mode

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

After the defeat to England in the Super Eights of the World Twenty20, India's skipper reflected on his own batting form and admitted losing some of the prowess that made him one of the most feared batsmen in contemporaty cricket.

Dhoni leads India's charge at ICC Awards

Dhoni leads India's charge at ICC Awards

Rediff.com8 Sep 2008

India's one-day and Twenty20 captain is nominated for two prizes -- the ODI Player of the Year and the Twenty20 International Performance of the Year -- the latter for his captaincy in leading India to the inaugural title in South Africa last September. Also nominated are Sachin Tendulkar (ODI Player of the Year), fast bowler Ishant Sharma (Emerging Player of the Year) and Yuvraj Singh (T20I Performance of the Year, to mark his six sixes against England last September.

PIX: Kane returns to haunt Arsenal; Real Madrid hold Manchester City

PIX: Kane returns to haunt Arsenal; Real Madrid hold Manchester City

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

A summary of Tuesday's first leg quarter-final action in the UEFA Champions League.

'Full-time coach will help Dhoni'

'Full-time coach will help Dhoni'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

India should appoint a full-time coach before the burden of leadership begins to affect new captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, several former players said.

'Most pleasing was to see Devon, Rachin react to what was being bowled'

'Most pleasing was to see Devon, Rachin react to what was being bowled'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

New Zealand's stand-in captain Tom Latham was delighted to have found a new hero in ton-up Rachin Ravindra as they began their World Cup campaign, obliterating champions England by 9 wickets in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Soccer PIX: Dominant Real claim easy win; record-breaking Kane powers Bayern; Wolves stunned

Soccer PIX: Dominant Real claim easy win; record-breaking Kane powers Bayern; Wolves stunned

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Images from soccer matches held across Europe on Saturday, March 16.

We saved our best for last: Dhoni

We saved our best for last: Dhoni

Rediff.com29 May 2011

Call him whatever you want to, but fact remains that whatever Mahendra Singh Dhoni touches turns to gold. Less than two after leading Team India to their first World Cup title in 28 years, the 29-year-old was a winner again; on this occasion, leading Chennai Super Kings to a successful defence of their Indian Premier League title.

'Dhoni's market value similar to Tiger Woods'

'Dhoni's market value similar to Tiger Woods'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2010

Not many in the world cricket can claim to pip the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, but Mahendra Singh Dhoni left the Little Master trailing behind by snapping up a whopping Rs 210 crore endorsement deal.