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'Players need to be open about mental health'

'Players need to be open about mental health'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Domingo said it is important that the cricketers share and open about any difficulties they face.

'ICC probe against me a premeditated witchhunt'

'ICC probe against me a premeditated witchhunt'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

ICC CEO Manu Sawhney was sent on 'leave' in March after his conduct came under the scanner during an internal investigation by by audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Pakistan's Babar wants to emulate India captain Kohli

Pakistan's Babar wants to emulate India captain Kohli

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Pakistan batsman Babar Azam's sparkling form has earned him comparisons with Virat Kohli but the elegant right-hander says he has a long way to go before he can be considered the Indian skipper's equal. Both top-order batsmen score freely and play the cover drive particularly well. Babar averages above 45 in Tests and 50-plus in both One-Day Internationals and Twenty20 Internationals, putting him in the top five of all three formats.

No strict bio-bubble for England vs India Test series, says ECB

No strict bio-bubble for England vs India Test series, says ECB

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

England and Wales Cricket Board's chief executive Tom Harrison on Thursday said a strict bio-bubble will not imposed for the upcoming England vs India Test series despite multiple COVID-19 cases in both teams in the lead up to the contest, starting on August 4.

Cricket: Gough named Yorkshire's managing director

Cricket: Gough named Yorkshire's managing director

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Players security beefed up after lynching incident in Pakistan

How IPL was catalyst to England winning World Cup

How IPL was catalyst to England winning World Cup

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

'It takes you out of your comfort zone. It is completely beneficial to play in IPL. That was a big mindset shift for us. And I hope Indian cricket is alright with us because we are using it as a vehicle to try and grow players'

Pakistan better than Windies; can shock England in Tests: Vaughan

Pakistan better than Windies; can shock England in Tests: Vaughan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Former captain Michael Vaughan cautioned England ahead of next month's three-match Test series, saying Pakistan is a better team than the West Indies in the traditional format and can shock the home team.

Bangladesh deny Mustafizur permission to play in IPL

Bangladesh deny Mustafizur permission to play in IPL

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has refused to give No-Objection Certificate (NOC) to pacer Mustafizur Rahman after he was approached by IPL franchises, in view of the national side's scheduled tour of Sri Lanka beginning next month, according to reports.

Why Umesh Yadav was terrified to bowl to Dravid, Laxman

Why Umesh Yadav was terrified to bowl to Dravid, Laxman

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

Umesh Yadav recalled the Duleep Trophy 2008-09 match between Central Zone and South Zone in which he was up against Dravid and Laxman.

'Lack of match practice hurting Indian pacers in WTC final'

'Lack of match practice hurting Indian pacers in WTC final'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Doull said New Zealand were definitely benefited by the two games against England ahead of the marquee clash.

Sammy aiming for a fruitful CPL with an eye on international return

Sammy aiming for a fruitful CPL with an eye on international return

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

'I've not closed that door'

Mithali gets Sthalekar praise

Mithali gets Sthalekar praise

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

'I know having bowled to her, you bowl a number of dots and out of nowhere she picks you up and hits you straight back over your head. With so much ease she does, I can't understand why you don't do that more often than not, but it doesn't matter in this case...'

No one close to Hardik with bat and ball in Indian team: Sehwag

No one close to Hardik with bat and ball in Indian team: Sehwag

Rediff.com15 May 2019

The Mumbai Indians all-rounder pummelled 402 runs in 15 innings in the IPL at a staggering strike rate of 191.42, with a highest score of 91.

Sehwag criticises team management for not backing players

Sehwag criticises team management for not backing players

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

'With the top-order finding it easier for a while in limited-overs cricket, it is those in the middle-order who need backing from a captain'

Looking Back: When father took 16-year-old Shreyas to sports psychologist

Looking Back: When father took 16-year-old Shreyas to sports psychologist

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

During his Mumbai U-16 days Shreyas Iyer's performance dipped and one coach attributed it to lack of focus which worried the father. During these phases, the normal instinct for any parent is to admonish their children but Iyer decided to take his son to a sports psychologist.

Regret casual attitude that led to my ban, says Shakib

Regret casual attitude that led to my ban, says Shakib

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Shakib Al Hasan who was in brilliant form before the ban, amassing 606 runs in the 2019 World Cup in the UK, said he regrets how he went about the situation.

Fixing can't be totally controlled: Gavaskar

Fixing can't be totally controlled: Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Gavaskar's comments came in the wake of accusations that players and officials of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) have been involved in match-fixing

What's this boss? Dravid asked Iyer when he flirted with danger

What's this boss? Dravid asked Iyer when he flirted with danger

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Of late, Iyer has done well to cement his spot as India's number four in the limited-overs formats. He was criticised for recklessness before he matured as a batsman.

Pant's Sydney slip-ups highlight India's keeping dilemma

Pant's Sydney slip-ups highlight India's keeping dilemma

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting, who had earlier called for Pant's inclusion in the Indian team, was disappointed by the wicket-keeper batsman's glovework.

Sehwag questions captain Kohli over Pant's exclusion

Sehwag questions captain Kohli over Pant's exclusion

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

Former opener Virender Sehwag on Saturday questioned the Indian team's decision to bench Rishabh Pant during the ongoing five-match T20 International series in New Zealand and wondered if skipper Virat Kohli is properly communicating with the youngster. The 22-year-old Pant has not featured in any match for India since being concussed by a Pat Cummins bouncer during the Mumbai ODI against Australia in January.

Williamson still unable to make sense of World Cup final loss

Williamson still unable to make sense of World Cup final loss

Rediff.com21 May 2020

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson revealed he still finds it "difficult to make sense" of the heartbreaking World Cup final loss to England last year and hasn't yet figured if the epic match should count among the highs or lows of his career. New Zealand got a raw deal in last year's World Cup final when England were adjudged the winners on the basis of their superior boundary count after the epic game and the ensuing Super Over also ended in a tie.

What Bumrah must do to get wickets

What Bumrah must do to get wickets

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Bumrah returned wicket-less giving away 167 runs in the 30 overs he bowled.

Dhoni massive influence, wanted his attention in IPL: Ashwin

Dhoni massive influence, wanted his attention in IPL: Ashwin

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

India's premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin described Mahendra Singh Dhoni as a "massive influence" on his career, revealing that at the beginning of his IPL stint, he was driven by an intense desire to get the former captain's attention. Ashwin got his contract with CSK, one of the most successful IPL sides, in 2008 and said the stint with the three-time IPL champions shaped his career.

Confident Paine looking forward to India series

Confident Paine looking forward to India series

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

With the return of Smith and Warner, and the presence of the solid Labuschagne, the Australian captain reckons 'we'll be a different kettle of fish'.

How Kohli and Smith are similar

How Kohli and Smith are similar

Rediff.com6 May 2020

Asked about the similarities between himself and Kohli, who are both live wires on the field, Warner said the passion to do better than the opponent keeps him going.

Dhoni should have been banned for 2-3 games: Sehwag

Dhoni should have been banned for 2-3 games: Sehwag

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

'Had he done this for the Indian team, I would have been happy. I have never seen him so angry during his captaincy days for the Indian team. So I feel he became a little too emotional for the Chennai team'

BCB rejects Mushfiqur Rahim's request to train

BCB rejects Mushfiqur Rahim's request to train

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

The BCB said the disinfecting process is yet to be completed at the Mirpur facility.

'Kohli is imposing, split captaincy won't work for India'

'Kohli is imposing, split captaincy won't work for India'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

Former England captain and noted TV Pundit, Nasser Hussain also reckons that a two-coach approach will work for India.

Will Kohli bat at No 4 in World Cup?

Will Kohli bat at No 4 in World Cup?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Shastri said Kohli at number 4 can make the batting unit more strong

Yuvraj decides to come out of retirement, writes to BCCI

Yuvraj decides to come out of retirement, writes to BCCI

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Yuvraj had announced his retirement from all forms of cricket last June.

India bowling unit reminds Bishop of Windies greats

India bowling unit reminds Bishop of Windies greats

Rediff.com27 May 2020

'Batsmen were good, but if have to win overseas, we have to get players from the MRF Pace Foundation and the NCA coming through, try to prepare pitches to encourage these faster bowlers rather than dusty turners'

Raina breaks silence, hints of return to CSK camp

Raina breaks silence, hints of return to CSK camp

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Suresh Raina dropped a hint on rejoining the team in Dubai when asked about his future with CSK.

Nail-biting finals: ICC-Wimbledon banter is unmissable!

Nail-biting finals: ICC-Wimbledon banter is unmissable!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

ICC Cricket World Cup and Wimbledon went down to the wire.

I know my importance in white-ball format: Hardik Pandya

I know my importance in white-ball format: Hardik Pandya

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Hardik Pandya is currently on road to recovery from the back injury which needed a surgery last year.

Cricket's new normal faces acid test after shutdown

Cricket's new normal faces acid test after shutdown

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

International cricket will gingerly ease out of a 117-day shutdown in Southampton next week but the scars of the COVID-19 pandemic will be clearly evident at the Ageas Bowl. An encounter between the fourth and eighth ranked teams in Test cricket is hardly a pinnacle but England's series against West Indies could offer a glimpse into a future where the game plods on under the shadow of the new coronavirus.

Why are some people trolling Mithali Raj?

Why are some people trolling Mithali Raj?

Rediff.com10 May 2019

Mithali feels that she has always been unfairly targeted despite some of the other players also coming cropper in shorter formats.

Buzz: SA, England ODI series to go ahead

Buzz: SA, England ODI series to go ahead

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

England expressed concern over the strength of the bio-secure environment after the positive result, while a South African team investigation has not yet shown how the unnamed player caught the virus.

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Indian Cricket Board feel that President-elect Sourav Ganguly's cordial relations with both players and officials in Bangladesh cricket might help in salvaging the situation.

Will India's focus on pacers change their fortunes in Australia?

Will India's focus on pacers change their fortunes in Australia?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

India's excitement around their current pace attack is palpable but they would do well to temper their sunny optimism in Australia.

EXPLAINED! Why Kuldeep will be India's No 1 overseas spinner

EXPLAINED! Why Kuldeep will be India's No 1 overseas spinner

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Shastri made it clear that going forward, Kuldeep is 'already'ahead of Ashwin and Jadeja as country's No 1 spinner.