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Stokes Joins a League of Extraordinary Gentlemen!

Stokes Joins a League of Extraordinary Gentlemen!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

With this the classy all-rounder has achieved a rare milestone that few legends of the game can boast of.

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

Irani Cup: Vidarbha set RoI daunting target

Irani Cup: Vidarbha set RoI daunting target

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Vidarbha stayed firmly in control of the Irani Cup final, setting Rest of India a stiff 361-run target before reducing them to 30 for two in 12 overs when rain forced an early close on the fourth day, in Nagpur, on Saturday.

'Dawson an all-round package, makes England stronger'

'Dawson an all-round package, makes England stronger'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Michael Vaughan believes the inclusion of seasoned left-arm spinner Liam Dawson, who is an "all-round package", has added balance to the English team in the fourth Test against India.

India should persist with all-rounder Reddy: Kumble

India should persist with all-rounder Reddy: Kumble

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Spin great Anil Kumble praised Nitish Kumar Reddy's showing with the ball on Day 1 of the Lord's Test on Thursday.

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Deepak Hooda smashed a brilliant double hundred to put Rajasthan in control as they took a massive lead against Mumbai on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.

A lesson in restraint! Batting coach hails 'brilliant' Jaiswal

A lesson in restraint! Batting coach hails 'brilliant' Jaiswal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Jaiswal's brilliance is in not being too aggressive yet batting on 173: Batting coach Kotak

India's fate at the Oval: All eyes on Bumrah's fitness

India's fate at the Oval: All eyes on Bumrah's fitness

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India's hopes of drawing the series at The Oval may hinge on one question: will Jasprit Bumrah play?

Does Indian Cricket Need A Plumber?

Does Indian Cricket Need A Plumber?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The ideal candidate should be deaf to avoid being shocked by the so-called 'shocking revelations' from the dressing room, asserts K R Nayar.

Sachin Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Kargil War Heroes

Sachin Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Kargil War Heroes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

On the occasion of the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Indian cricket fraternity has come together to pay tributes to the heroes of the Kargil War.

There is still cricket left in me: Rahane

There is still cricket left in me: Rahane

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Ajinkya Rahane, who last played a Test in July 2023, expressed his unwavering love for Test cricket and his strong desire to return to the Indian team.

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Ranji Trophy: Shami Roars Back Into Form

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Shami's four-wicket burst sets up Bengal's eight-wicket win over Uttarakhand

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I want to ask Agarkar how Iyer is not among the reserve players if he is such a strong contender.'

Wankhede's security manager arrested for 'theft' of IPL jerseys

Wankhede's security manager arrested for 'theft' of IPL jerseys

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

A 43-year-old security manager of the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai has been arrested for allegedly stealing 261 Indian Premier League jerseys.

BCCI Plays Down Report of India Boycotting Asia Cup

BCCI Plays Down Report of India Boycotting Asia Cup

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'The Asia Cup matter or any other ACC event issue has not come up for discussion at any level, hence any news or report on that is purely speculative and imaginary.'

'I'm boycotting Asia Cup'

'I'm boycotting Asia Cup'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Manoj Tiwary said that India should boycott the much-talked-about fixture against their arch-rival Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup.

Jaish, Hizbul shifting bases from PoK after Operation Sindoor

Jaish, Hizbul shifting bases from PoK after Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Pakistan-based terror groups Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) have begun relocating their bases to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province from Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir in the wake of India's Operation Sindoor, sources said.

HCA president Rao taken into custody by Telangana CID

HCA president Rao taken into custody by Telangana CID

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

HCA office bearers including Jagan Mohan Rao, Treasurer C Srinivas Rao, CEO Sunil Kante, General Secretary Rajender Yadav and his wife G Kavita were taken into custody for questioning.

What Went Wrong for India on Day 2 in Manchester

What Went Wrong for India on Day 2 in Manchester

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

India unravelled on Day 2 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, their bowling plans in disarray and tactical calls under scrutiny.

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's T20 squad for next month's Asia Cup, but IPL star performers Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

Sun Group Acquires The Hundred Side!

Sun Group Acquires The Hundred Side!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Four Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owners were on Wednesday confirmed as "strategic partners" by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for teams in 'The Hundred' and will gain operational control by October 1 this year.

Surya: We dedicate this win to the armed forces

Surya: We dedicate this win to the armed forces

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'For the whole team, we think it's just another game. We prepare the same for all the oppositions.'

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Mumbai were bowled out for 181 in their second innings, setting J&K 243 runs to win the season-opening match.

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Handed the reins of a depleted Indian side in his maiden stint as Test captain, the 24-year-old has been tasked with breaking a 17-year drought without the experience of Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli by his side.

6 Reasons Why India Lost Leeds Test

6 Reasons Why India Lost Leeds Test

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

This was India's seventh defeat in their last nine matches as their poor run in Test cricket continues following successive series defeats against New Zealand at home and in Australia.

Dropped, ignored, hopeful: Rahane's Test dream lives on

Dropped, ignored, hopeful: Rahane's Test dream lives on

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Ajinkya Rahane has expressed his desire to return to Test cricket for India-a format he deeply cherishes-despite receiving "no response" from the selectors.

Asia Cup PIX: Abhishek Storm Blows Away Pakistan!

Asia Cup PIX: Abhishek Storm Blows Away Pakistan!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Abhishek Sharma was brutal and beautiful in equal measure during his scintillating 74 as India made a tricky chase look comfortable, winning an ill-tempered Super 4 contest of the Asia Cup against Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai on Sunday.

Kohli, Rohit's ODI future: BCCI keeps options open

Kohli, Rohit's ODI future: BCCI keeps options open

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The BCCI never believes in taking decisions in haste and would always gauge the public perceptions before taking a call, which is sensitive in nature considering the massive fan following of the two greats.

PIX: Karun leads India's recovery on rain-hit Day 1

PIX: Karun leads India's recovery on rain-hit Day 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

India lost their openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and K L Rahul on a green top but did well to reach 72 for two at lunch on Day 1 of the series-deciding fifth Test against England at The Oval, London, on Thursday.

PIX: Djokovic thanks Kohli for support at Wimbledon

PIX: Djokovic thanks Kohli for support at Wimbledon

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma spotted at Wimbledon as Djokovic advances to quarter-finals.

India Vs England's Fiercest Player Duels

India Vs England's Fiercest Player Duels

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

From Joe Root vs Jasprit Bumrah's high-stakes chess match to the all-round brilliance of Ben Stokes vs Ravindra Jadeja, and from emerging face-offs like Shubman Gill vs Shoaib Bashir to K L Rahul's test against Chris Woakes, each duel carries weight far beyond statistics.

Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Here's a roundup of all Ranji Trophy matches played on Day 1 on Wednesday.

When Dhoni lost his cool & hurled abuses at teammate!

When Dhoni lost his cool & hurled abuses at teammate!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

There have been rare moments when CSK icon MS Dhoni lost his temper on the field.

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Sachin Tendulkar marvelled at India's rise in newer disciplines, while Abhinav Bindra paid tribute to all those who "silently carry the athletes forward" as the two icons offered their views on India's sporting growth on National Sports Day.

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

'Sai knows what areas he needs to get better at'

'Sai knows what areas he needs to get better at'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Sai was never under pressure as he is mentally very tough: Kotak

Lord's Tests Always Demand Perfection

Lord's Tests Always Demand Perfection

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Lord's has a tradition of rewarding those who give their best, asserts veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

'Face of Operation Sindoor now used as entertainment'

'Face of Operation Sindoor now used as entertainment'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday alluded to private companies promoting patriotism on one side while profiting off the India-Pakistan cricket matches, as the Army's Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Air Force's Wing Commander Vyomika Singh are set to appear on an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC).

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Jobs, better education top Bihar students' expectations from new govt

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

College students in Bihar, many first-time voters, express concerns about job opportunities and education quality ahead of the state elections, desiring a government focused on employment and strengthening the education system.

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.