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T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Former India A skipper Priyank Panchal shares anecdotes about Jasprit Bumrah's early cricket career, highlighting his talent and dedication from a young age.

Indian women's cricket star in race for ICC honour

Indian women's cricket star in race for ICC honour

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Mandhana led the Indian charge at the top, and her partnerships with opening batter Pratika Rawal created quite a buzz in the showpiece event.

'Lack of role clarity hurting India in run chases in T20 cricket'

'Lack of role clarity hurting India in run chases in T20 cricket'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Former India batter Robin Uthappa has flagged a lack of role clarity in India's batting approach during a big chase.

India's tour of South Africa on as of now: BCCI

India's tour of South Africa on as of now: BCCI

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal on Tuesday said India's tour of South Africa remains on schedule provided the situation doesn't aggravate in the rainbow nation after a new COVID-19 variant was detected there.

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy is becoming less effective in T20 Internationals as top teams develop strategies to decode his variations.

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Pangalia, Ambrish help India U19 beat SA U19 in Youth ODI

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan climbs to No.2 in ICC T20I batting rankings after twin World Cup centuries, narrowing the gap to India's Abhishek Sharma as Super 8 reshuffle impacts all categories.

Historic! Bumrah first Indian to 100 wickets in all formats!

Historic! Bumrah first Indian to 100 wickets in all formats!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Jasprit Bumrah is also only the second Indian to reach the landmark of 100 wickets in T20Is.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly makes big call on Samson's future

T20 World Cup: Ganguly makes big call on Samson's future

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Sourav Ganguly, former Indian cricket team captain, praised Sanju Samson's match-winning innings of 97* runs, calling it 'outstanding' and hailing him as a 'very good player' after India's victory against West Indies in the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, two fans have gone viral online after posting a video performing a ritual to ward off the 'evil eye'.

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

T20 World Cup 2026 could turn into a batter's paradise, as small grounds, flat pitches and fearless hitting bring the once-unthinkable 300-run mark within reach, leaving captains bracing their bowlers for a tough ride

South Africa pull out of women's tour to England

South Africa pull out of women's tour to England

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Cricket South Africa made the announcement on Tuesday, saying players would continue train in their own provinces having failed to meet up for a planned camp on Sunday.

Team India Touches Down In South Africa

Team India Touches Down In South Africa

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The players were cheered by fans at the airport and obliged supporters with selfies.

Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad

Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Stumper Thami Tsolekile will replace the retired Mark Boucher in South Africa's test squad on the tour of England, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Wednesday.

South Africa name Domingo as new coach

South Africa name Domingo as new coach

Rediff.com11 May 2013

Russell Domingo will take over as coach of South Africa's cricket team from Gary Kirsten, Cricket South Africa announced on Saturday.

First Look: South Africa's de Kock takes the knee!

First Look: South Africa's de Kock takes the knee!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

Opener Quinton de Kock took a knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement as he returned to South Africa's playing XI for their Super 12 match at the T20 World Cup against Sri Lanka in Sharjah on Saturday.

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India's Arshdeep Singh discusses learning from senior bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj, focusing on adaptability and staying ahead of batters in the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Tilak issues clear warning to opposition bowlers...

T20 World Cup: Tilak issues clear warning to opposition bowlers...

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma says India will continue their aggressive batting approach in the T20 World Cup, aiming to put pressure on opposition bowlers even if they lose early wickets. He also praised Sanju Samson's contribution and highlighted Gautam Gambhir's motivational role.

Eden Gardens pitch gets 'satisfactory' rating from ICC

Eden Gardens pitch gets 'satisfactory' rating from ICC

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

The pitch used for the India vs South Africa first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in November has received a "satisfactory" rating from International Cricket Council.

'You can't take cricket for granted': Pant slams team

'You can't take cricket for granted': Pant slams team

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Captain Rishabh Pant conceded that India needed to get better as a Test team.

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Although the Joburg Super Kings player later came out to bat as stand-in captain, filling in for the injured Faf du Plessis, Ferreira faced just one delivery before retiring hurt due to discomfort.

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Quinton de Kock seems to have found another gear since his return to cricket and the South African attributed the new-found freedom in his batting to a mind without any 'baggage'.

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

After a big loss, teams often give excuses instead of honestly admitting they played badly.

IPL 2026: 'It wasn't easy...': Patel's shocking take on GT defeat

IPL 2026: 'It wasn't easy...': Patel's shocking take on GT defeat

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel attributes their IPL loss to Punjab Kings to challenging pitch conditions and effective bowling by the opposition.

De Zorzi's Masterclass: How South Africa Stunned India

De Zorzi's Masterclass: How South Africa Stunned India

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

De Zorzi ton guides South Africa to eight-wicket win over India

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has now amassed 1,091 runs in 300-plus successful chases in ODIs, averaging 121.22 with a strike rate of 125.25, including seven hundreds and two fifties.

Graeme Smith to join South Africa players in taking the knee

Graeme Smith to join South Africa players in taking the knee

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

Former captain and Cricket South Africa Director of Cricket Graeme Smith will take the knee along with players and staff in support of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement during the 3TC Solidarity Cup at the Centurion. Smith said he backed national team pacer Ngidi Lungi on the BLM movement which gathered momentum following the death of African-American George Floyd.

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal reveals he quit alcohol to boost fitness ahead of IPL 2026 after injuries hampered his performance last season.

India on the brink: Huge win vs Zimbabwe or T20 WC exit

India on the brink: Huge win vs Zimbabwe or T20 WC exit

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India faces Zimbabwe in a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match, needing a big win to improve their net run rate after a heavy loss to South Africa. The team needs to address issues in the top order and consider strategic changes to the batting lineup.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

T20 World Cup: 'I was surprised': Gavaskar on Abhishek's change

T20 World Cup: 'I was surprised': Gavaskar on Abhishek's change

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar praises Abhishek Sharma's half-century against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his improved composure and learning from previous setbacks.

India, South Africa sweat it out

India, South Africa sweat it out

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'The last time we were here, we were tested and challenged in all departments of our game and I think we replied to it quite well. So I expect a good, strong and competitive series.'

South Africa restore relations with Zimbabwe

South Africa restore relations with Zimbabwe

Rediff.com23 May 2009

South Africa have restored cricket relations with Zimbabwe, Cricket South Africa said on Friday. A CSA statement said the decision had been made at a board meeting attended by Zimbabwe Cricket Union president Peter Chingoka and chief executive officer Ozias Bvute. Last year CSA decided to suspend bilateral relations with the ZCU because of the deteriorating political and economic situation in the country.

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli hits the nets in Vadodara on Thursday as he geared up for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.

South Africa's new bowling sensation torments India

South Africa's new bowling sensation torments India

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Nandre Burger, replacing injured Lungi Ngidi in the line-up, finished with match figures of 7-83

T20 World Cup: Rinku Singh Returns Home After Father Hospitalised; Doubtful For Zimbabwe Match

T20 World Cup: Rinku Singh Returns Home After Father Hospitalised; Doubtful For Zimbabwe Match

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Middle-order batter Rinku Singh has returned home from Chennai due to a family emergency, raising concerns about his availability for India's crucial Super 8s match against Zimbabwe.

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Italy are gearing up for their Twenty20 World Cup debut, hoping a strong showing next month will help the sport break into popular culture in a soccer-obsessed nation that does not have a natural cricket pitch.

T20 World Cup: Zadran dedicates player of the match award to departing Trott

T20 World Cup: Zadran dedicates player of the match award to departing Trott

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Ibrahim Zadran dedicated his player of the match award to coach Jonathan Trott as the Afghanistan opener's unbeaten 95 helped secure an 82-run win over Canada on Thursday, ending their Twenty20 World Cup with a consolation victory in Group D.

IPL 2026: 15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi Shines as Rajasthan Royals Hammer CSK

IPL 2026: 15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi Shines as Rajasthan Royals Hammer CSK

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes a 15-ball fifty and other sensational stats as Rajasthan Royals crush CSK by eight wickets in their IPL 2026 opener.