News for 'Captain Virat Kohli'

Kohli gifts RCB jersey to Pep Guardiola

Kohli gifts RCB jersey to Pep Guardiola

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

'It's time to finally learn cricket's rules. Thanks to my friend @virat.kohli for the shirt.

'When Kohli was captain, we were outstanding; now India is overrated'

'When Kohli was captain, we were outstanding; now India is overrated'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

India is an "overrated" team in the longest format as many players in the current Test set-up have not performed to their potential, feels former opener Kris Srikkanth.

'Gill has to take the team along like Kapil Dev'

'Gill has to take the team along like Kapil Dev'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Yograj outlined the key aspects India's youngest red-ball captain must consider to soar to new heights.

Look at intent, not age: Rahane blasts BCCI selectors

Look at intent, not age: Rahane blasts BCCI selectors

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

I felt India needed me in Australia, selectors should look at intent than age: Ajinkya Rahane

Kohli fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate against CSK

Kohli fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate against CSK

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

Virat Kohli was fined after his team maintained a slow over rate

Kohli very passionate; operates at 200%, says KL Rahul

Kohli very passionate; operates at 200%, says KL Rahul

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

India skipper Virat Kohli operates at 200 per cent and has the unbelievable ability to inspire his teammates to do the same, reckons stylish batsman KL Rahul.

SEE: Kohli the bowler!

SEE: Kohli the bowler!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Virat last bowled in an ODI against Sri Lanka in August 2017. In that over he bowled two overs and conceded 12 runs.

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Despite the ups and downs, The Oval remains a ground of rich memories and monumental moments for Indian cricket.

PIX: Kohli & Co. touch down in Chennai

PIX: Kohli & Co. touch down in Chennai

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

After outclassing West Indies in the recent T20 International series, a confident India will aim to repeat their success in the forthcoming three-match ODI series. The two teams will resume their rivalry in the three-match ODI series with the opening match in Chennai on Sunday.

RCB captain Kohli rues lack of application

RCB captain Kohli rues lack of application

Rediff.com8 May 2018

The Indian captain lauded Sunrisers Hyderabad for defending 25 runs from 18 balls with Siddarth Kaul and Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowling brilliantly to win the match by five runs.

Kohli's wicket was very important: Afridi

Kohli's wicket was very important: Afridi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Shaheen Shah Afridi ripped apart India's batting line-up as he took 4/35 to bowl them out for 266 in 48.5 overs

Brand machine called Virat Kohli gets Rs 1.5 crore a day!

Brand machine called Virat Kohli gets Rs 1.5 crore a day!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Currently, Kohli has 13 brands under his belt.

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill had a phenomenal Test series against England, leading a young Indian side in transition to a 2-2 draw and earning the Player of the Series award.

Street-smart, tough: Manhas takes charge as BCCI chief

Street-smart, tough: Manhas takes charge as BCCI chief

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

'He was always a people's person. Don't forget he had been a Delhi captain in a team that had a lot of big stars, India players. They played under him and he managed them fairly well.'

'It could be their last': Kohli-Rohit under fire

'It could be their last': Kohli-Rohit under fire

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Michael Clarke expressed that if star India batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli fail to perform during the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, they could retire

Asia Cup: When Gavaskar, Khanna Stole The Show

Asia Cup: When Gavaskar, Khanna Stole The Show

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'Scoring those half-centuries and winning the trophy for India is indeed special.'

Why Kohli will sit out of T20 opener Vs Afghanistan

Why Kohli will sit out of T20 opener Vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli set to miss T20I series opener due to personal reasons, confirms head coach Rahul Dravid

I like Kohli's attitude but he fights a lot: Ganguly

I like Kohli's attitude but he fights a lot: Ganguly

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Kohli, who was replaced as ODI captain by Rohit Sharma last week, spoke on three issues during a press conference earlier this week.

Kohli Asks Wankhede Crowd To Stop Booing Hardik

Kohli Asks Wankhede Crowd To Stop Booing Hardik

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Following Kohli's gesture, the cheers replaced the boos for Pandya.

Back home from England, Gill set for domestic grind!

Back home from England, Gill set for domestic grind!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Test skipper Shubman Gill was on Thursday named captain of the North Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, beginning August 28, less than three weeks after he led a young Indian side to a thrilling 2-2 draw against England in a gruelling five-Test series.

'Gill will play aggressive cricket, to prove a point'

'Gill will play aggressive cricket, to prove a point'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Gill will try to prove a point with aggressive cricket in Asia Cup, says Irfan Pathan

India's success down to team composition

India's success down to team composition

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'That is something I really wanted, to have six bowling options and then batting till No. 8 as well.'

Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers set for battle royale

Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers set for battle royale

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Shreyas Iyer's inspiring leadership faces its toughest test yet when Punjab Kings host an equally upbeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League in Mullanpur on Thursday.

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Steyn expressed his full support for Kohli's decision, emphasising the importance of family.

RCB captain Kohli admits his mistake

RCB captain Kohli admits his mistake

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli admitted to having misread the M Chinnaswamy track that turned out to be a batsman's paradise rather than being a slow turner during their Indian Premier League match against Rajasthan Royals, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Ahead of the mini-auction, scheduled to be held in Doha on December 26, the 10 franchises have released their list of retained and released players.

PIX: Is this what makes Kohli happy?

PIX: Is this what makes Kohli happy?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Enjoying an ice bath to beat the gruelling heat in the desert, Kohli shared a pic, saying, 'Proper session + proper humidity ..+ great recovery.'

'Dhoni's great, but I still choose Sourav as my captain'

'Dhoni's great, but I still choose Sourav as my captain'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

Former India better Parthiv Patel chose the former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and captain Sourav Ganguly as his captain over Mahendra Singh Dhoni and said that there will always be a soft corner for his first skipper.

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Harbhajan Singh sparked a social media storm with his controversial remarks on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's fan following, drawing comparisons with other cricketers.

'This Team Has Been Picked Till The Next World Cup, So We Have To Improve Our Fielding'

'This Team Has Been Picked Till The Next World Cup, So We Have To Improve Our Fielding'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Why did SKY give Bangladesh's fielding coach a hug?

Kohli thanks fans after India's T20 WC campaign ends

Kohli thanks fans after India's T20 WC campaign ends

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

The T20 World Cup was also Kohli's final assignment as India's T20 captain. Vice-captain Rohit Sharma is likely to take charge of the team in the shortest format.

'I feel India are really going to struggle'

'I feel India are really going to struggle'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'It's going to be a real challenge, it's actually absolutely the litmus test as a touring team.'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram optimistic about India travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy.

Shubman Gill era begins with stunning Oval victory

Shubman Gill era begins with stunning Oval victory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Gill, 25, was appointed captain in May following the retirement of two great Indian batsmen and leaders in Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The former South African pacer said Ganguly will get to know more about his role once he joins the team and meets the players.

Gayle: Punjab Kings Disrespected Me, I Was In Tears

Gayle: Punjab Kings Disrespected Me, I Was In Tears

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'There was too much of bullshit and I am the Universe Boss and I don't like bullshit.'

India has skills but lack of experience will be telling in Eng

India has skills but lack of experience will be telling in Eng

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'But I think if you look at a rebuilding sort of phase, I think India can cope with it better than most other teams'

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Former India batter Yuvraj Singh believes players struggling for form should return to domestic cricket, regardless of their national team stature, amid the debate over Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing Ranji Trophy.

These Virat-Anushka pictures will melt your heart!

These Virat-Anushka pictures will melt your heart!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

Indian captain Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are a couple so much in love.