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County stint will help Kohli prepare for England tour, says Kapil

County stint will help Kohli prepare for England tour, says Kapil

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

India captain Virat Kohli would benefit from a stint in the county championship before this year's Test series against England, former skipper Kapil Dev said.

Onus on Rohit-Virat to score big against Pakistan

Onus on Rohit-Virat to score big against Pakistan

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

India take on Pakistan in their upcoming match in the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

Hardik's form a blip, says Raina, 'He'll shine vs Pak'

Hardik's form a blip, says Raina, 'He'll shine vs Pak'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The T20 World Cup will start on June 1 and will be played in venues in the USA and the Caribbean till June 29.

Rohit: Even curator 'confused' over New York wickets

Rohit: Even curator 'confused' over New York wickets

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Still baffled by the Nassau County ground's unpredictable pitch, India captain Rohit Sharma on Saturday said he has no idea what to expect from it in the T20 World Cup clash against Pakistan

Murray loses in humble county match

Murray loses in humble county match

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

World number three Andy Murray traded the glamour of the world's biggest tennis stages for the more humble surrounds of a modest local tournament, and ended on the losing side, British media reported on Thursday.

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia poll fraud, waives arraignment

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia poll fraud, waives arraignment

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Former United States President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in the Georgia election interference case, waiving the right to appear in court next week.

Amir's 'fancy' bowling backfires: Ramiz questions Pakistan's tactical blunder

Amir's 'fancy' bowling backfires: Ramiz questions Pakistan's tactical blunder

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Ramiz Raja points out Pakistan's tactical blunder during Super Over against USA

Gambhir ends poor run in county cricket with century

Gambhir ends poor run in county cricket with century

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

India's out-of-favour opener Gautam Gambhir roared back to form with a fine century for Essex against Gloucestershire in a Division II County Championship match in Bristol, on Friday.

T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The Nassau County ground's pitch in New York has become a concern in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

FA Cup: Notts County stun Wigan

FA Cup: Notts County stun Wigan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

Notts County produced an FA Cup replay shock with a 2-0 win at Premier League Wigan Athletic on Tuesday to earn a place in the fifth round.

ECB to reward Counties for passing 'Test'

ECB to reward Counties for passing 'Test'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2005

English counties will be rewarded for producing Test players under a development plan announced by the ECB.

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Cricket fans worldwide will get a chance to witness the coveted trophy firsthand.

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

Rediff.com25 May 2024

India's T20 World Cup campaign begins on June 5 against Ireland at the newly-constructed Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. India play Pakistan on June 9.

Man United offer no reason for leaving Rashford out of FA Cup tie

Man United offer no reason for leaving Rashford out of FA Cup tie

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Rashford absence an 'internal matter', says Ten Hag

T20 WC: South Africa edge Bangladesh; qualify for Super 8

T20 WC: South Africa edge Bangladesh; qualify for Super 8

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

South Africa created history as they defended the lowest ever total in the history of the T20 World Cup.

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'I am not waiting for the completion of those reports, and I've directed the Secret Service to take immediate steps to ensure our protectees are indeed safe. I am committed to pursuing accountability for the Secret Service's failure in Butler, Pennsylvania'

Even English counties don't want KP to bat for them!

Even English counties don't want KP to bat for them!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Sacked England batsman Kevin Pietersen dealt a blow in his hopes of returning to the national Test squad after domestic side Surrey all but ruled out a return for him.

Sreesanth, Laxman shine in county cricket

Sreesanth, Laxman shine in county cricket

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Run continued to flow from V V S Laxman's blade, while S Sreesanth too dazzled in his debut for Warwickshire as both the Indians made their mark in their ongoing County Championship matches. At Old Trafford, Laxman hit a classy 193-ball 87, to top score for Lancashire, while Sreesanth came as the first change bowler and removed Adam Voges, Ali Brown and Mark Ealham for a decent figure of 14.1-1-65-3.

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The awareness that we're bringing in more elite cricket to the USA is something that's been a strategic priority for us.'

Expect fireworks from Maxwell in county cricket

Expect fireworks from Maxwell in county cricket

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

Snubbed Maxwell eyes county cricket to fuel Test bid.

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Trump, on addressing reporters after being arrested and released from jail, said: "I did nothing wrong."

Sussex seal first county championship

Sussex seal first county championship

Rediff.com18 Sep 2003

They clinched their first title at the 103rd attempt after reaching 302 for 2 in the first innings of their final match against Leicestershire.

Biden refuses to back down despite Atlanta fiasco

Biden refuses to back down despite Atlanta fiasco

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Biden, seeking a second term in the White House, stumbled and fumbled during the televised presidential debate with his predecessor Donald Trump on Thursday night in Atlanta, setting off alarm bells among top Democrats about whether he can stay atop the gruelling months ahead of the elections on November 5.

'There is enough and more talent to help India excel at T20 World Cup'

'There is enough and more talent to help India excel at T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

With Indian cricket bursting at the seams with young talent, the Rohit Sharma-led squad could set the stage ablaze at the upcoming T20 World Cup if the selectors make the "right choices", reckons England's swashbuckling batter Dawid Malan.

Biden Fumbles in Presidential Debate

Biden Fumbles in Presidential Debate

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'We are f#^*@d' Democrats told CNN after Biden's poor performance.

Who are Sprint King Bolt's favourites to lift T20 WC?

Who are Sprint King Bolt's favourites to lift T20 WC?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

While the United States appear to be unlikely hosts for a cricket competition, with the men's "Big Four" leagues of MLB, NBA, NHL and NFL dominating the sporting landscape, Bolt said American fans will be treated to an experience unlike any other.

England stars to give10% of IPL fees to counties

England stars to give10% of IPL fees to counties

Rediff.com24 Jan 2009

England stars Kevin Pietersen and Andrew Flintoff will give away 10 per cent of their Indian Premier League earnings to their respective counties Hampshire and Lancashire.

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Indian pacer Umesh Yadav has signed with Division One English County side Essex for the remainder of the 2023 championship.

Finally, Pujara heads for England; set to make County debut against Glamorgan

Finally, Pujara heads for England; set to make County debut against Glamorgan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

India batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has been issued a British work permit and is set to join Derbyshire County Cricket Club this week for the remainder of the English County Championship.

T20 World Cup: 'India have an extremely strong, well-balanced squad'

T20 World Cup: 'India have an extremely strong, well-balanced squad'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Former Sri Lanka cricketer and Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara hailed India's 15-member side for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 and called it an "extremely strong" squad.

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.

England's pace great Anderson to retire from Tests in July

England's pace great Anderson to retire from Tests in July

Rediff.com11 May 2024

James Anderson will retire from Test cricket after the first match of the series against West Indies at Lord's this year.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

London Spirit is the Lord's based team participating in England's domestic cricket tournament, The Hundred.

Karun Nair believes he can 'play for India again'

Karun Nair believes he can 'play for India again'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Karun Nair is only the second Indian to score a triple hundred in Test cricket.

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

In the ongoing IPL, LSG suffered a 20-run defeat to RR in their opening game of this year's IPL. KL Rahul-led LSG is currently languishing in the tenth spot with no points and a net run rate of -1.000 after its loss in the previous game.

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

West Indies cricketing legend Malcolm Marshall's final resting place in Barbados is a sorry sight, sparking concerns about his legacy.

Lancashire win first county title since 1934

Lancashire win first county title since 1934

Rediff.com16 Sep 2011

Lancashire won their first English championship title since 1934 when they defeated Somerset by eight wickets on the final day of the county season on Thursday.

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The Proteas are not expected to tinker with their four-pronged pace attack comprising Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Ottneil Baartmen that has served them well in the tournament so far with Keshav Maharaj taking on the spin duties.