News for 'Controversial Australia'

Lesson learned, Osaka moves on after US Open loss

Lesson learned, Osaka moves on after US Open loss

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

"For me, right now I have this feeling of sadness," said Osaka.

Bolstered batting could be game-changer for Kings Punjab

Bolstered batting could be game-changer for Kings Punjab

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Here is a look at the team that will open its campaign against Rajasthan Royals in Mumbai on April 12.

Kyrgios ups the ante in Rio Olympics row

Kyrgios ups the ante in Rio Olympics row

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios has launched a fresh social media attack on Australian Olympic team boss Kitty Chiller before launching a Facebook poll to determine whether he should go to the Rio Games.

How 'Mankaded' came into being

How 'Mankaded' came into being

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

When Vinoo Mankad ran out Bill Brown, he created cricketing history -- and eternal controversy.

India not tinkering with team combination

India not tinkering with team combination

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

'We are pretty comfortable as a side and any combination that we go in with.'

'Arrogant brat' Tomic withdraws from Rome Masters after eight minutes

'Arrogant brat' Tomic withdraws from Rome Masters after eight minutes

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Australia's controversial tennis star Bernard Tomic has been labelled as the 'king of the excuse' by his country's media after he pulled out of the Rome Masters citing illness and excessive heat.

Will Mithali get selectors' nod for South Africa T20Is?

Will Mithali get selectors' nod for South Africa T20Is?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

With the focus on youngsters ahead of next year's T20 World Cup, the selectors may not pick her for the upcoming T20I home series against South Africa.

Smith, Bancroft not to challenge ball-tampering ban

Smith, Bancroft not to challenge ball-tampering ban

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Former captain Steve Smith and batsman Cameron Bancroft will not contest the sanctions imposed on them by Cricket Australia (CA) for their role in last month's ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, the banned duo said on Wednesday.

Harbhajan slams Pandya, Rahul for jeopardising reputation of cricketers

Harbhajan slams Pandya, Rahul for jeopardising reputation of cricketers

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

On the show, Pandya had boasted about hooking up with multiple women and being open about it with his parents. Rahul was, however, a little more restrained in his responses on relationships and women.

This Indian team far better than Pakistan: Kapil

This Indian team far better than Pakistan: Kapil

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev said the India are a far better side than Pakistan and he doesn't see Virat Kohli's team losing to the arch-rivals in their World Cup clash on Sunday.

Kyrgios fined $17,500 for Queen's Club rants

Kyrgios fined $17,500 for Queen's Club rants

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Australia's Nick Kyrgios has been fined a total of $17,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct by the ATP after a series of outbursts at officials at the Queen's Club championships on Thursday.

Hotspot dumped for return Ashes series

Hotspot dumped for return Ashes series

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

The controversial Hotspot technology will not be available to umpires to review decisions in the upcoming Ashes series between Australia and England, its inventor Warren Brennan told local media.

Gear up for year end battle between Davis Cup and ATP Cup

Gear up for year end battle between Davis Cup and ATP Cup

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

Rafael Nadal to play for Spain in new Davis Cup Finals while World No 1 Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, have already said they would support the ATP Cup -- seen as a rival team event to the Davis Cup -- when it begins in Australia just a few weeks after the ITF's flagship event.

How I took that special hat-trick against Pakistan

How I took that special hat-trick against Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'That was a morning where if I wanted to fly, I would have flown as well.'

Months after Scorpene leak, DCNS bags $50bn deal Down Under

Months after Scorpene leak, DCNS bags $50bn deal Down Under

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

Australia on Tuesday signed a $50 billion (Rs 3.3 lakh crore) deal with France for 12 sophisticated submarines to be built by French defence major DCNS that was at the centre of a controversy this year surrounding the leak of documents relating to India's Scorpene submarines.

Will DRS be used in this IPL?

Will DRS be used in this IPL?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

A staunch and consistent opponent of the controversial Decision Review System, the Board of Control for Cricket in India for the first time ever could use the technology with some changes in this year's Indian Premier League.

After DRS, BCCI says no to Hot Spot for India-Aus Tests

After DRS, BCCI says no to Hot Spot for India-Aus Tests

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has not only stuck to its guns on non-acceptance of the Decision Review System (DRS), but also shot down the use of Hot Spot for the upcoming series against Australia.

Not sure if Kohli knows how to spell sorry: CA chief Sutherland

Not sure if Kohli knows how to spell sorry: CA chief Sutherland

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Cricket Australia chief James Sutherland on Wednesday took a dig at Virat Kohli, saying he is not sure if the Indian captain knows hot spell the word 'sorry'.

World Cup review meeting with coach, captain soon

World Cup review meeting with coach, captain soon

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The CoA chief refused to divulge any further details on the review meeting.

Gayle could be banned from playing future BBL tournaments

Gayle could be banned from playing future BBL tournaments

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Big-hitting West Indies batsman Chris Gayle is set to be banned from future Big Bash League tournaments as a fallout of his controversial TV interview with Channel 10 journalist Mel McLaughlin.

India's refusal to use DRS could create rows: Oz broadcasters

India's refusal to use DRS could create rows: Oz broadcasters

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

Baffled by India's rejection of the Decision review System for the upcoming Tests against Australia, host broadcasters Channel Nine fear any contentious umpiring calls might snowball into major controversies during the series.

We're always reminded that we cheated: Jones on ball-tampering

We're always reminded that we cheated: Jones on ball-tampering

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft's recent statements on the ball-tampering scandal have added to the constant reminder that the Australians 'cheated', former cricketer Dean Jones said lambasting the two players' 'attempts to garner sympathy'.

DRS drama: Gavaskar criticises ICC for letting Smith off the hook

DRS drama: Gavaskar criticises ICC for letting Smith off the hook

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has criticised the International Cricket Committee (ICC) for not taking any action against Australia captain Steve Smith over a decision review controversy in this week's Bengaluru Test.

DRS under scrutiny in Gabba Test

DRS under scrutiny in Gabba Test

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

The much talked about the Decision Review System (DRS) came under more scrutiny during the first Test match between South Africa and Australia at Gabba in Brisbane.

Kohli wants to bury the hatchet

Kohli wants to bury the hatchet

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Virat Kohli does not regret his showdown with Steve Smith over DRS but the Indian skipper, on Wednesday, said he has decided to bury the hatchet and focus on the third cricket Test against Australia starting, in Ranchi, on Thursday.

Under-pressure Thorpe defends the cost of his comeback

Under-pressure Thorpe defends the cost of his comeback

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Already under enormous pressure to break into Australia's Olympic swimming team as the headline act of this week's national trials, Ian Thorpe was forced to wade into controversy on Wednesday over preferential payments made to marquee swimmers.

Barty-Vandeweghe denied chance to celebrate title

Barty-Vandeweghe denied chance to celebrate title

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

A golden moment for Australian Ashleigh Barty and American CoCo Vandeweghe was tinged with disappointment when tournament officials did not let them speak to the crowd after winning the U.S. Open women's doubles final on Sunday.

Here's Chappell take on deciding WC winners in case of a tie

Here's Chappell take on deciding WC winners in case of a tie

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

England were adjudged winners of the 2019 World Cup on the basis of their superior boundary count -- 22 fours and two sixes -- to New Zealand's 17 after the epic final, and the ensuing Super Over, ended in a tie last Sunday.

'Joe Root MUST step up and be a leader'

'Joe Root MUST step up and be a leader'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

England skipper Joe Root has been more like a little boy than a leader under the immense pressure of the Ashes series and must step up, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has said.

How on-field chatter can be reduced...

How on-field chatter can be reduced...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

Former captain Ian Chappell has called for drastic reduction in 'on-field chatter' and a limited use of DRS in Test matches after a gripping but tense India-Australia series.

Cricket Buzz: ECB and Downton issue Pietersen apology

Cricket Buzz: ECB and Downton issue Pietersen apology

Rediff.com31 May 2014

The England and Wales Cricket Board and their managing director Paul Downton have apologised to Kevin Pietersen regarding comments he made about the former England captain earlier this month, British media reported on Friday.

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'We are writing to respectfully ask you to abandon the Adani Group's proposal in Queensland's Galilee Basin...Pollution from burning coal was the single biggest driver of global warming, threatening life in Australia, India and all over the world'

Karthik picked for World Cup; Pant and Rayudu left out

Karthik picked for World Cup; Pant and Rayudu left out

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

Pant had so far scored 222 runs in the IPL compared to a mere 93 by Karthik, but the latter's experience helped tilt the scale in his favour for the mega-event, starting in England from May 30.

When Handscomb, Marsh repaid their captain's faith

When Handscomb, Marsh repaid their captain's faith

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

Australia skipper Steve Smith said Peter Handscomb and Shaun Marsh lived up to his expectations after the middle order batsmen scripted the team's great escape in the drawn third Test against India on Monday.

Davis Cup: Spain cruise into last eight; holders Croatia eliminated

Davis Cup: Spain cruise into last eight; holders Croatia eliminated

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

It ended a woeful few days for reigning champions Croatia. They left with two losses.

Will Starc's absence have huge impact in last 2 Tests?

Will Starc's absence have huge impact in last 2 Tests?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke feels that fast bowler Mitchell Starc's absence due to injury will have a huge bearing on the final outcome of the four-Test series against India.

I am a lot more familiar with DRS now: Handscomb

I am a lot more familiar with DRS now: Handscomb

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

Young Australia batsman Peter Handscomb, who took the blame for his captain Steve Smith's DRS fiasco, on Thursday said he is now familiar with the decision review system rules and it's time to move on from the incident that sparked a huge controversy.

Moin Khan ordered to return home from World Cup: PCB

Moin Khan ordered to return home from World Cup: PCB

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Pakistan's chief selector Moin Khan has been ordered to return home immediately from Australia by in the aftermath of the controversy generated over his visit to a casino in Christchurch.

Ready for the Ashes? What you must know about cricket's fiercest rivalry

Ready for the Ashes? What you must know about cricket's fiercest rivalry

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Factbox on the Ashes series between England and Australia played this century.

'Sunrisers Hyderabad strong enough to replace Warner'

'Sunrisers Hyderabad strong enough to replace Warner'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Wriddhiman Saha, on Tuesday, said Sunrisers Hyderabad have enough bench strength to replace Australian batsman David Warner, who is facing a lengthy ban from Cricket Australia for his role in the ball tampering scandal.