News for 'Cricket Australia XI'

Rohit, Ishant out of Australia tour; Siraj picked for Tests

Rohit, Ishant out of Australia tour; Siraj picked for Tests

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

In the absence of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul was named vice-captain of the ODI and T20I teams. He also makes a comeback to the Test team, as Shikhar Dhawan was named only in the limited-overs' side.

Will India Pick Jaiswal Today?

Will India Pick Jaiswal Today?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup Super 8s match against Bangladesh?

Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

With head coach Rahul Dravid watching on, Kuldeep was bowling to an imaginary field against Rohit, who was beaten by the left-armer at the start of the session.

Lehmann appointed Kings XI Punjab's new coach

Lehmann appointed Kings XI Punjab's new coach

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Former Australia batsman Darren Lehmann was on Thursday named the new coach of Kings XI Punjab for the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Why Shami is missing from India's 'perfect playing XI'

Why Shami is missing from India's 'perfect playing XI'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Mohammed Shami, who is among the best in the business, might just have to keep warming the bench.

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Australia's star batter Travis Head believes opening the batting in Test cricket is a "specialist job" and has ruled himself out of contention to replace veteran David Warner.

Ponting backs Cameron Bancroft to succeed David Warner

Ponting backs Cameron Bancroft to succeed David Warner

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

ICC Hall of Famer and former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting feels that batter Cameron Bancroft is leading the race to succeed David Warner and Usman Khawaja at the top of Australia's Test batting.

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: Pujara set for 100th Test as hosts eye another big win

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: Pujara set for 100th Test as hosts eye another big win

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Cheteshwar Pujara is set to play his 100th Test match when India take on Australia for the 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Rohit captain as six Indians in ICC's World Cup team of tournament

Rohit captain as six Indians in ICC's World Cup team of tournament

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

All-rounder Glenn Maxwell and spinner Adam Zampa were also selected in the line-up after helping Australia win a record-extending sixth title with Sunday's six-wicket victory.

Facing India at home 'internal motivator' for under fire Smith

Facing India at home 'internal motivator' for under fire Smith

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

'I don't think it's deserved. I think he'll be able to work through that. It's a new challenge for him, a new position.'

Buttler rues Moeen decision, not toss in loss to India

Buttler rues Moeen decision, not toss in loss to India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'Our two (spinners) bowled well but in hindsight, probably should have bowled Moeen in our innings with the way spin was playing.'

English cricketer Sarah Taylor to step into man's world, again!

English cricketer Sarah Taylor to step into man's world, again!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

The English 'keeper will become first woman to play alongside men in an elite cricket competition in Australia Two years ago she'd played beside men for Walmley in the Birmingham and District Premier League in England.

'Want to prepare for crunch moments in next 18 months'

'Want to prepare for crunch moments in next 18 months'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

In the next 18 months, India will play several marquee events including the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series against Australia in November, next year's ICC Champions Trophy and a possible appearance in the World Test Championship Final in June.

Rohit may travel with Indian team to Australia on Nov 11

Rohit may travel with Indian team to Australia on Nov 11

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Rohit Sharma's presence in the Mumbai Indians playing XI in the last two IPL games has increased hopes that the opener could well board the chartered flight to Australia on November 11 along with the rest of the Indian squad.

With World Cups coming up, Ellis to put all eggs in white-ball basket

With World Cups coming up, Ellis to put all "eggs in white-ball basket"

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Australia's fast bowling sensation Nathan Ellis to focus on white-ball cricket ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 and ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

'Have lost my closest friend on other side of the border'

'Have lost my closest friend on other side of the border'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Alam sighed when he heard about Bedi's death before gathering his breath to pay tribute to one of the greatest spinners of all time.

Australian players may be asked to skip IPL due to virus

Australian players may be asked to skip IPL due to virus

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Australian cricketers may have to forego their lucrative IPL contracts in the wake of fast-spreading novel coronavirus, the local media reported on Tuesday. The Australian newspaper reportd that Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, David Warner and Glenn Maxwell could be asked to give up their rich IPL contracts.

Warner 1st to achieve 100 appearances in all formats

Warner 1st to achieve 100 appearances in all formats

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

David Warner became Australia's first player from the nation to make 100 appearances in all formats of cricket

Disrespectful to India if England don't play best XI: KP

Disrespectful to India if England don't play best XI: KP

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

The 40-year-old Pietersen said a win against India is similar to a victory against arch-rivals Australia and urged the selectors to play both Stuart Broad and James Anderson in the same XI.

Gilchrist, Ryder inducted into Australia's Hall of Fame

Gilchrist, Ryder inducted into Australia's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Celebrated wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist and late former captain and selector Jack Ryder will be inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame at the annual Allan Border Medal ceremony in Sydney on January 27.

World XI failed as a unit: Pollock

World XI failed as a unit: Pollock

Rediff.com7 Oct 2005

'At one stage we were in a position to win the match but we did not play together as a group,' said World XI skipper Shaun Pollock, after losing the second Super Series ODI.

Can Shaheen Afridi spoil Warner's farewell Test series?

Can Shaheen Afridi spoil Warner's farewell Test series?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Afridi stated that the team is looking to spoil Warner's farewell series

Kohli gets voted into People's World Cup XI

Kohli gets voted into People's World Cup XI

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

He is the only Indian to make the list that includes three South Africans including record-breaking captain AB de Villiers. Check out the team...

Men In Blue Prepare For Super 8

Men In Blue Prepare For Super 8

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

BCCI shared pictures on X with a caption, 'Gearing up for the Super 8s. Prep Mode on. #TeamIndia.'

Players open up on racism in cricket

Players open up on racism in cricket

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Following the global outrage against racism, a lot of former and current players have opened up on the issue.

Ashes: England's bold move as Tongue replaces Moeen

Ashes: England's bold move as Tongue replaces Moeen

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Tongue is the only change to the side that lost the first Ashes Test

If they want to play...: Ashish Nehra on Virat and Rohit's T20I future

If they want to play...: Ashish Nehra on Virat and Rohit's T20I future

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Former pacer Ashish Nehra believes that until Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma retires, the young crop have to fight for their place in the line-up.

1st Test: Virat Kohli hints on playing XI

1st Test: Virat Kohli hints on playing XI

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

If India's net session on Wednesday is taken into consideration, Wriddhiman Saha is starting as the wicketkeeper ahead of Rishabh Pant for the series opener beginning on Friday.

Check out who gives Team India an 'added advantage' in Australia!

Check out who gives Team India an 'added advantage' in Australia!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

India's bowling coach Bharat Arun said rookie Barinder Sran, being a left-armer, gives the team 'added advantage', indicating that the youngster may be blooded into the side for opening ODI against Australia.

Unfit Shoaib dropped from Asia XI

Unfit Shoaib dropped from Asia XI

Rediff.com22 May 2007

The Pakistan fast bowler was axed from the team for the Afro-Asia Cup because of fitness problems.

'This Team India decision is beyond my understanding'

'This Team India decision is beyond my understanding'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'You are playing a World Test Championships final, and you don't pick the number one bowler in Test cricket.'

What The WTC Final Pitch Looks Like

What The WTC Final Pitch Looks Like

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The surface displayed a cover of lush green grass, although it is worth noting that there are still a day remaining until the game begins.

Maxwell ready to again put on 'Big show' for Kings XI Punjab

Maxwell ready to again put on 'Big show' for Kings XI Punjab

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

For someone, who is yet to fulfil his true potential for Australia, Maxwell has always been a big draw for the IPL franchises, especially Kings XI Punjab, where he was much sought after.

Chahal Or Kuldeep: Who Should India Pick?

Chahal Or Kuldeep: Who Should India Pick?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Although Manjrekar believes that Chahal will likely be chosen for the World Cup, he personally favours Kuldeep in the 50 overs format.

Cummins, Not Rohit, Will Lead My Team

Cummins, Not Rohit, Will Lead My Team

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

4 Aussies, 3 Indians, 1 Kiwi, 3 South Africans in Harish Kotian's World Cup 2023 Dream XI.

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Did Ishan Kishan do the right thing listening to his heart and seeking a break due to mental fatigue?

Indore Test: Should Gill Replace Rahul?

Indore Test: Should Gill Replace Rahul?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the third Test against Australia?

IPL-12: Meet Kings XI Punjab's new coach

IPL-12: Meet Kings XI Punjab's new coach

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson has been appointed as head coach of IPL franchise Kings XI Punjab on a two-year contract. He will replace Australia's Brad Hodge.

Injured Maxwell set to miss start of IPL

Injured Maxwell set to miss start of IPL

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Australia's dashing all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is set to miss the beginning of the IPL after an elbow injury on Tuesday ruled him out of the upcoming ODIs and T20 Internationals in South Africa. The tour of South Africa starts on February 21. Maxwell will undergo surgery on his left elbow and will be replaced by D'Arcy Short in both squads.

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Since August 2023, Gill has scored just one half-century from eight T20Is, scoring 133 runs at an average of 16.