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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.'

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.

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.'

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.

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

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

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

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.

'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.'

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.

Australia coach Lehmann is having a 'good headache'

Australia coach Lehmann is having a 'good headache'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

'We just have to pick the right three fast bowlers to take the 20 wickets in that first Ashes Test'

Keep calm and carry on, says England coach

Keep calm and carry on, says England coach

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Coach Trevor Bayliss thinks England left some "scars" on the Australia team during the second Ashes Test and can still enjoy success Down Under despite being 2-0 down with three matches to play.

Khawaja century boosts Australia

Khawaja century boosts Australia

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

Usman Khawaja hit an impressive century ahead of the three-Test series against Sri Lanka, as Australia took the upper hand in their warm-up match against Sri Lanka Board XI's in Colombo on Friday. The Pakistan-born batsman scored 101 before retiring, as the tourists amassed 311-5 in their first innings in reply to a the Sri Lanka Board XI's 258 at stumps on the penultimate day of the three-day game.

Ashes: England preparing for life without Stokes

Ashes: England preparing for life without Stokes

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Ben Stokes' participation in the Ashes would be an "absolute bonus" but England are preparing contingency plans after writing off the all-rounder for the series, coach Trevor Bayliss said.

'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.

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.

Select Your Indian team for 1st ODI vs Australia

Select Your Indian team for 1st ODI vs Australia

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Should Shikhar Dhawan open with Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill? Should India continue with K L Rahul in the middle order?

John Wright to coach World XI

John Wright to coach World XI

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

The former India coach will assist the world's top players in upstaging world champions Australia in three ODIs and a six-day Test.

India tour of Australia: Where will KL Rahul bat?

India tour of Australia: Where will KL Rahul bat?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

KL Rahul on Wednesday said that his batting position will depend on the format the team will be playing.

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.'

Prithvi Shaw reveals his latest fitness update

Prithvi Shaw reveals his latest fitness update

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Prithvi Shaw, on Monday, said he will be fit in time for the 12th season of Indian Premier League.

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.

BP XI gains moral victory in drawn match

BP XI gains moral victory in drawn match

Rediff.com5 Oct 2008

The domineering Board President's XI punctured Australia's usual aura of invincibility in the drawn warm-up match, exposing numerous chinks in the visitors' armour ahead of the four-match cricket Test series.

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?

Ashes Updates: England's Finn ruled out with knee injury

Ashes Updates: England's Finn ruled out with knee injury

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

England fast bowler Steven Finn has been ruled out of the Ashes series against Australia after scans showed he has torn his left knee cartilage, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Tuesday.

Goolam Rajah to manage World XI

Goolam Rajah to manage World XI

Rediff.com14 Aug 2005

The South African has been appointed as the manager of the ICC World XI teams for the Super series.

Goolam Rajah is World XI manager

Goolam Rajah is World XI manager

Rediff.com12 Aug 2005

Goolam Rajah, the South Africa team manager, has been appointed to manage the World XI Test and ODI teams in October's Super Series in Australia.

Green has an 'outside chance' of playing Nagpur Test

Green has an 'outside chance' of playing Nagpur Test

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

All-rounder Cameron Green is making a quick recovery from his index finger injury and has an 'outside chance' of making it to Australia's playing XI for the first Test against India.

Australia cannot afford slip-up against Windies

Australia cannot afford slip-up against Windies

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Their campaign back on track after drubbing Bangladesh in their previous game, Australia cannot afford slip-up against an unpredictable West Indies in their final Super 12 match as they look to seal a semi-final spot in the T20 World Cup on Saturday.

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.

Warne joins MCC's world cricket committee

Warne joins MCC's world cricket committee

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

The world cricket committee was formed in 2006 and has made recommendations that have resulted in changes such as the introduction of day-night Test cricket, and the adoption of the decision review system (DRS) in the international game.

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?

Meet India's debutants in Nagpur Test

Meet India's debutants in Nagpur Test

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

India's charismatic middle-order batter in T20 cricket Suryakumar Yadav made his Test debut along with wicketkeeper K S Bharat.

Australia need ideal No 3 batsman in ODIs: Ponting

Australia need ideal No 3 batsman in ODIs: Ponting

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Australia still searching for their best formula in ODIs, says Finch

Pak cricketer Fawad Alam is trending. Here's why...

Pak cricketer Fawad Alam is trending. Here's why...

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Alam played his last Test in 2009.

Fit Rohit best news for Indian cricket: Gavaskar

Fit Rohit best news for Indian cricket: Gavaskar

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Gavaskar, however, said that concerns raised by head coach Ravi Shastri and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly while urging the senior player not to rush his comeback are also "valid".

Kumble warns World XI

Kumble warns World XI

Rediff.com29 Sep 2005

The leg spinner warned the World XI to expect a backlash from Australia in the ICC Super Series after their Ashes defeat.