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Why Rohit is unfazed despite losing to Bangladesh

Why Rohit is unfazed despite losing to Bangladesh

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma wanted to 'look at the bigger picture' while making five changes in the playing XI during his team's six-run defeat to Bangladesh.

20 Indians still on ship week after US bridge collapse

20 Indians still on ship week after US bridge collapse

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

On how long the crew would have to stay on board the ship, the spokesperson said, "At this time, we do not know how long the investigation process will take and until that process is complete, the crew will remain on board."

From Mumbai to Uganda: Ramjani's T20 World Cup journey

From Mumbai to Uganda: Ramjani's T20 World Cup journey

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Uganda produced wonders in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Region Qualifier last November

'Kohli has shown again why he is called great'

'Kohli has shown again why he is called great'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma hailed the India right-hander for his splendid knock.

Trisha Says Cheers!

Trisha Says Cheers!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Riya takes a break in Colombo... Alaya binges on Thai food... Aahana enjoys a magical monsoon...

Monday Was A Day Of Records For India

Monday Was A Day Of Records For India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India's biggest win against Pakistan in One-Day Internationals by margin of runs.

Colombo port adds to India's China woes

Colombo port adds to India's China woes

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

'A Chinese company is in the final fray to get a foothold in the strategic Port of Colombo.'

Kohli: 267 Innings To 13,000 ODI Runs; Sachin: 321

Kohli: 267 Innings To 13,000 ODI Runs; Sachin: 321

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Virat Kohli not only hammered his 47th ODI ton, but also crossed 13,000 runs in ODI cricket.

PHOTOS: Amid flares and crowd trouble, Pakistan win in Colombo

PHOTOS: Amid flares and crowd trouble, Pakistan win in Colombo

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Crowd trouble tarnished Pakistan's victory over Sri Lanka as missiles were thrown onto the pitch in the third ODI in Colombo.

Colombo's denial mode over ISI doesn't help things

Colombo's denial mode over ISI doesn't help things

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Even without the ISI, ISIS and Al Qaeda, Tamil Nadu, otherwise acknowledged as a progressive and developed State in the Indian context, has been at the centre of 'multiple militancy' for decades now, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Stats: A day of many records in Colombo

Stats: A day of many records in Colombo

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

The fourth day of second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo on Thursday saw a plethora of records being established.

Colombo Test: Runs record on first two days

Colombo Test: Runs record on first two days

Rediff.com28 Jul 2010

All the five players who came out to bat in the Sri Lankan first innings in the second Test against India in Colombo scored at least a fifty.

Can Jayasuriya revive Sri Lankan cricket?

Can Jayasuriya revive Sri Lankan cricket?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Sri Lanka Cricket appointed former opener Sanath Jayasuriya as the full-time Cricket Consultant for one year.

Lanka 'processing' China's request to allow docking of research ship

Lanka 'processing' China's request to allow docking of research ship

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Sri Lanka is currently processing a request by China to allow a research ship to dock in the country, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday, a year after a visit by a Chinese spy vessel to the Island nation raised security concerns in India.

Man of comebacks bows out on IPL stage

Man of comebacks bows out on IPL stage

Rediff.com23 May 2024

DK finished as an IPL winner with close to 5000 runs over 17 seasons besides taking 145 catches and effecting 37 stumpings.

Asia Cup: Electrifying atmosphere of India-Pakistan clash missing

Asia Cup: Electrifying atmosphere of India-Pakistan clash missing

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

A cricket match involving India and Pakistan is not just about top-quality cricket, but it is also about roaring fans giving the stadium the atmosphere of a Roman colosseum.

'First wicket of Rohitbhai was a dream wicket'

'First wicket of Rohitbhai was a dream wicket'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Bangladesh's One-Day International debutant Tanzim Hasan, who grabbed public attention with a scintillating opening spell in the Asia Cup Super Fours match against India, in Colombo on Friday, described India skipper Rohit Sharma's dismissal as a "dream wicket".

India-Pak clash fails to ignite spark. What went wrong?

India-Pak clash fails to ignite spark. What went wrong?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Empty stands not good advertisement for cricket's greatest rivalry

Blast in Colombo near Indian players' hotel

Blast in Colombo near Indian players' hotel

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

The site of the blast is just a kilometer away from the hotel in which the Indian cricketers are staying. The hotel has been cordoned off and the players who were in the hotel at the time of the blast are safe.

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

If the start of the match is delayed due to rain, the umpires might consider reducing the number of overs. A minimum of 20 overs in each innings is needed to decide the winners in an One-Day International.

Dhull, Rana help India 'A' thump UAE 'A'

Dhull, Rana help India 'A' thump UAE 'A'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Chasing 176 to win, India 'A' lost both their openers -- Sai Sudharsan (8) and Abhishek Sharma (19) inside the sixth over with the scoreboard reading 41 but Dhull (108 not out) and Nikin Jose (41 not out) ensured an easy win, stitching unbeaten 138 runs for the third wicket.

'Indian cricket is in good shape because of IPL'

'Indian cricket is in good shape because of IPL'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'...Now, we are dominating because we have the right facilities. We have the IPL, the richest board is India and India is the powerhouse'.

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The PCB demanded compensation from the Asian Cricket Council for the loss of gate money it has suffered due to Asia Cup matches being held in Sri Lanka.

Hope ICC suspending SLC doesn't affect our schedule: Mendis

Hope ICC suspending SLC doesn't affect our schedule: Mendis

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

A concerned Sri Lanka skipper Kusal Mendis on Sunday hoped the ICC's suspension of the nation's cricket body will not affect the upcoming fixtures of the national team and the preparations for the men's U19 World Cup in Colombo early next year.

Why Kohli Hugged Rohit...

Why Kohli Hugged Rohit...

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The memorable moment unfolded in the 26th over of Sri Lanka's chase when Rohit Sharma, stationed at slip, executed a stunning catch to dismiss Sri Lankan Skipper Dasun Shanaka off Ravindra Jadeja's bowling.

Virat Kohli's Top 10 T20I Knocks

Virat Kohli's Top 10 T20I Knocks

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

He finished a stellar T20 International career, registering the record for most by runs any player in T20 World Cups -- 1,292 runs in 35 matches.

LTTE squads in Colombo to kill Chandrika

LTTE squads in Colombo to kill Chandrika

Rediff.com20 Aug 2003

Harin Peiris also said Kumaratunga would break up the island's embattled northeastern province.

India's Fastest 50 In 245 Tests!

India's Fastest 50 In 245 Tests!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Jaiswal's fiery start saw India score 50 in just 6.3 overs -- making it their fastest fifty in the first innings in 245 Tests since 2000!

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

In view of the prevailing weather conditions, the ACC decided to add an exclusive reserve day for the Super 4 match between India and Pakistan.

SAARC ministers meet in Colombo to finalise summit

SAARC ministers meet in Colombo to finalise summit

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

Under the shadow of the serial blasts in India, foreign ministers of the eight-member South Asian association for Regional Cooperation met on Thursday in Colombo to set the agenda for the weekend summit aimed at boosting trade ties and combating the food and energy crisis.

Ailing LTTE chief negotiator airlifted to Colombo

Ailing LTTE chief negotiator airlifted to Colombo

Rediff.com11 May 2003

Anton Balasingham recently had a kidney transplant in Norway and his condition has been further complicated by diabetes.

Massive blow for Pakistan! Naseem Shah out of Asia Cup

Massive blow for Pakistan! Naseem Shah out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Naseem Shah has been ruled out for the remainder of the Asia Cup due to a shoulder injury.

Kohli's form spells disaster for Sri Lanka!

Kohli's form spells disaster for Sri Lanka!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Sharma emphasised that even if the talismanic batter isn't scoring centuries, it doesn't necessarily indicate a dip in form.

Asia Cup: Will rain dampen India-Pakistan clash?

Asia Cup: Will rain dampen India-Pakistan clash?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

The highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 faces a tough challenge from the weather in Kandy

Maldives assumes control of Indian chopper, civilian crew post military exit

Maldives assumes control of Indian chopper, civilian crew post military exit

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

The principal director of plans, policy, and resources management for the Maldives National Defence Force, Colonel Ahmed Mujuthaba Mohamed said that discussions are underway for withdrawing Indian troops from the Maldives.

ICC Test rankings: Bumrah dethrones Ashwin to become World No 1

ICC Test rankings: Bumrah dethrones Ashwin to become World No 1

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Bumrah, who was named Player of the Match after helping India level the five-match series with a 106-run victory, ended Ashwin's 11-month long reign. Ashwin, on 499 Test wickets, is now third in the standings.

Baltimore mishap: '1 Indian crew sustained minor injury, rest safe'

Baltimore mishap: '1 Indian crew sustained minor injury, rest safe'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

One of the 22 Indian crew manning a crippled cargo ship which collided against a bridge in Baltimore has suffered a 'minor injury' while the rest are all safe aboard the vessel, owners of the Singapore-flagged ship said on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka move ODIs from Colombo due to rain threat

Sri Lanka move ODIs from Colombo due to rain threat

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Persistent rain has forced Sri Lanka to move the next two contests of the five-match One-day International series against New Zealand away from Colombo, the country's cricket board (SLC) said.

Numbers Game: India record biggest win in ODIs!

Numbers Game: India record biggest win in ODIs!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

En route to India's eighth Asia Cup title, records tumbled at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

'One of the finest performances ever against Pakistan'

'One of the finest performances ever against Pakistan'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuldeep Yadav becomes only the second Indian spinner after Sachin Tendulkar to scalp a fifer against Pakistan.