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Gaganjeet Bhullar Triumphs At IGPL Invitational Chandigarh

Gaganjeet Bhullar Triumphs At IGPL Invitational Chandigarh

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar successfully defended his title at the IGPL Invitational Chandigarh, overcoming a four-shot deficit to claim his fourth IGPL victory.

Champions Trophy finger gesture: Pak hockey coach alleges 'victimisation'

Champions Trophy finger gesture: Pak hockey coach alleges 'victimisation'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Pakistan hockey chief coach Shahnaz Shaikh has claimed that there was a conspiracy plotted against his team following the suspension of Mohammad Tousiq and Amjad Ali meted out in the recently held Champions Trophy in Bhubaneswar.

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

J&K CM congratulates cricket team after historic entry into Ranji Trophy final

India deny Champions Trophy pullout threat

India deny Champions Trophy pullout threat

Rediff.com13 May 2013

India have no plans to pull out of next month's Champions Trophy over a rumbling controversy surrounding a former Indian player's election to an International Cricket Council (ICC) panel, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Monday.

Akash Deep Ruled Out of IPL 2026 with Back Injury, KKR Faces Pace Bowling Crisis

Akash Deep Ruled Out of IPL 2026 with Back Injury, KKR Faces Pace Bowling Crisis

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face a setback as India seamer Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2024 due to a back injury, adding to their growing list of injured fast bowlers.

Champions Trophy: Thimmaiah helps India edge past South Korea

Champions Trophy: Thimmaiah helps India edge past South Korea

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

India muffed chances galore before a deft deflection from Nikkin Thimmaiah enabled them to pip South Korea 2-1 in the 36th Hero Champions Trophy hockey tournament in London.

IPL 2026: 'After Shah Rukh Khan, it's Rinku Singh in KKR'

IPL 2026: 'After Shah Rukh Khan, it's Rinku Singh in KKR'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Rinku Singh has been a part of KKR for the last seven seasons, having joined the franchise for Rs 80 lakh at the 2018 IPL Players' Auction.

Hair will not umpire at Champions Trophy

Hair will not umpire at Champions Trophy

Rediff.com28 Sep 2006

ICC said the decision to omit the Australian umpire was down to safety and security concerns.

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up blockbuster Indian Wells final

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up blockbuster Indian Wells final

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sunday's title match will mark the third final between Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka in the last six months

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir, Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja were among the first ones to reach India.

Kumble may get nod for Champions Trophy

Kumble may get nod for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2006

The veteran leg spinner is staking a strong claim for inclusion in the team for Champions Trophy due to his fine record on home soil.

T20 World Cup semifinal: New Zealand and South Africa in the same boat, says Santner

T20 World Cup semifinal: New Zealand and South Africa in the same boat, says Santner

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner believes his team is on equal footing with South Africa ahead of their T20 World Cup semifinal match. Santner acknowledges South Africa's strength but emphasises the importance of adapting to conditions and executing plans effectively in the crucial knockout game.

Champions Trophy: Who said what

Champions Trophy: Who said what

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

There was no shortage of quotable quotes. Here's some of the more memorable ones.

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will begin the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) hoping to retain the title, and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes batting stalwart Virat Kohli will play a major role in that effort.

Flintoff may not bowl in Champions Trophy

Flintoff may not bowl in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

England skipper Andrew Flintoff is unsure whether he will be able to bowl in the Champions Trophy as he continues to make his comeback following ankle surgery.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Big Stars Eye Redemption

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Big Stars Eye Redemption

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Gujarat Titans' star players Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada will be looking to revive their international careers with strong performances in IPL 2026.

Pakistan drop Younus for Champions Trophy

Pakistan drop Younus for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Pakistan have dropped senior batsman Younus Khan from the list of 30 probable players announced for this year's ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday.

Pillay says India can win Champions Trophy

Pillay says India can win Champions Trophy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2005

The hockey veteran of four Olympics said the team should work on fitness as only four months are left for the elite six-nation tournament, in Chennai.

Five uncapped players in SL Champions Trophy squad

Five uncapped players in SL Champions Trophy squad

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Sri Lanka have named five uncapped players in their provisional 30-man squad for the ICC Champions trophy in England and Wales in June.

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson expresses his excitement about joining Chennai Super Kings and learning from MS Dhoni, while also reflecting on India's T20 World Cup victory and his personal journey.

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Jasprit Bumrah: India's Big-Game Master, in a League of His Own

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah's impact, precision and big-match temperament in the T20 World Cup draw comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar, as India's pace spearhead continues to shape games with unmatched control and cricketing intelligence.

PHOTOS: England vs Australia, Champions Trophy

PHOTOS: England vs Australia, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com8 Jun 2013

Images from the Champions Trophy match played between Australia and England in Birmingham on Saturday.

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma offered a hilarious piece of advice to spinner Kuldeep Yadav ahead of the T20 World Cup this year from February 7.

Champions Trophy Stats: Jadeja is leading wicket taker!

Champions Trophy Stats: Jadeja is leading wicket taker!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

Statistical highlights of the Champions Trophy Group B match between India and Pakistan in Birmingham.

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: 'Pakistan will surprise India'

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: 'Pakistan will surprise India'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Pakistan head coach Muhammad Saqlain admitted that India are ahead of his side in terms of preparations.

India-Pak joint winners of Asian Champions Trophy

India-Pak joint winners of Asian Champions Trophy

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Heavy rain since evening delayed the start of the final and even though the skies relented later, but by then the damage had already been done.

Check out ICC Champions Trophy schedule

Check out ICC Champions Trophy schedule

Rediff.com24 May 2017

India will launch its ICC Champions Trophy title defence against traditional rivals Pakistan at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on June 4. Check out the complete schedule.

India has right mix for Champions Trophy: Dhoni

India has right mix for Champions Trophy: Dhoni

Rediff.com28 May 2013

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday expressed confidence that despite recent controversies the Indian team will not be under any pressure going into the Champions Trophy.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Iyer run out, Abhishek falls cheap

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Iyer run out, Abhishek falls cheap

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Madhya Pradesh sealed a 47-run victory over Kerala in their Group A Vijay Hazare Trophy clash on Monday, but the win did little to mask Venkatesh Iyer's continuing struggles with the bat.

Petersen cleared to replace Smith in Champions Trophy

Petersen cleared to replace Smith in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com14 May 2013

The ICC's event technical committee has approved the name of opener Alviro Petersen as Graeme Smith's replacement in South Africa's squad for next month's Champions Trophy in UK. Smith has pulled out of the event due to an ankle injury.

PHOTOS: England vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy

PHOTOS: England vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

Photos of Group A match Champions Trophy match between England and New Zealand in Cardiff, on Sunday.

India get tough Champions Trophy opener

India get tough Champions Trophy opener

Rediff.com22 Jun 2005

The hosts take on Olympic champions Australia in their opening match of the December 10 to 18 hockey tournament.

Champions Trophy: 'Honest' Kirsten admits South Africa choked

Champions Trophy: 'Honest' Kirsten admits South Africa choked

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

Choke is a word which has haunted South African cricket for three decades but rather than shy away from it, departing coach Gary Kirsten has embraced the term in a bid to end their semi-final hoodoo.

Ranji semis: Can J&K, Uttarakhand continue dream run?

Ranji semis: Can J&K, Uttarakhand continue dream run?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand will look to extend their dream runs when they take on heavyweights Bengal and Karnataka respectively in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.

'Jadeja Doesn't Know What To Do'

'Jadeja Doesn't Know What To Do'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Given Ravindra Jadeja's recent performances in ODIs, he hasn't been up to the mark, and murmurs have begun to surface.

Will India travel to Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy?

Will India travel to Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

There were fears the decisions by New Zealand and England would again dampen the prospects of international cricket in Pakistan but Australia confirmed this month they would tour next year for the first time since 1998.

Pratika Rawal Calls for Increased Women's Test Matches

Pratika Rawal Calls for Increased Women's Test Matches

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Pratika Rawal, fresh off her Test debut, is advocating for more women's Test matches, highlighting the format's importance for player development and character building.

Champions Trophy to end after 2013

Champions Trophy to end after 2013

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

The 2013 Champions Trophy in England will bring the curtains down on the 14-year-old tournament, with the ICC moving towards having one championship for each of the game's three formats from 2015.

Champions Trophy Photos: Pakistan go down to Spain

Champions Trophy Photos: Pakistan go down to Spain

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

Pakistan's hopes of a triumphant return to Champions Trophy hockey were dashed after 4-2 defeat to Spain, in Auckland, on Monday.

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy win showcases a remarkable transformation in Indian cricket, fueled by Delhi's cricketing influence and strategic leadership.