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South Africa confident of team safety on Pakistan tour

South Africa confident of team safety on Pakistan tour

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

South Africa start the first of two Tests in Pakistan on Jan. 26 as they return there for the first time since 2007.

'Stay in your domain': Gambhir hits back at Delhi Capitals owner Jindal

'Stay in your domain': Gambhir hits back at Delhi Capitals owner Jindal

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Gautam Gambhir slammed critics who had advocated for split coaching for Team India after the recent Test series defeat against South Africa

Video: Mumbai roots for South Africa!

Video: Mumbai roots for South Africa!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

South Africa versus Sri Lanka. The first World Cup 2015 quarter-finals. Is cricket-loving Mumbai excited? We decided to find out...

'It's time the world knows how good South Africa are under pressure'

'It's time the world knows how good South Africa are under pressure'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Heinrich Klaasen, who smashed a 67-ball 109 in the victory over England, South Africa have made a strong statement ahead of fixtures against New Zealand and India in the ICC World Cup.

Centurion Test: Will South Africa unleash full pace attack on India?

Centurion Test: Will South Africa unleash full pace attack on India?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

South Africa are hopeful that both fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi will be available for selection in the first Test against India that gets underway in Pretoria on Tuesday, coach Shukri Conrad has confirmed.

T20 World Cup win is fulfilment of a personal promise: Hardik Pandya

T20 World Cup win is fulfilment of a personal promise: Hardik Pandya

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India's flamboyant all-rounder Hardik Pandya has described winning his second successive T20 World Cup title as fulfilment of a personal promise and declared that "this is just the start" of the team's dominance.

Red-faced South Africa postpones IPL-style T20 League

Red-faced South Africa postpones IPL-style T20 League

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Failure to secure a suitable broadcast package and a title sponsor meant Cricket South Africa stood to lose about $25 million, representing roughly half of the organisation's cash reserves.

'Every fan in India excited for Shubman Gill's comeback'

'Every fan in India excited for Shubman Gill's comeback'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill was ruled out of the second Test against South Africa and the recently concluded three-match ODI series due to a neck injury.

'Must-win' mindset the key for South Africa in semis

'Must-win' mindset the key for South Africa in semis

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

South Africa and Australia are set to meet in a semi-final on Thursday. The Proteas thrashed the Aussies by 134 runs in the league stage match last month.

A New Low For India In Tests!

A New Low For India In Tests!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

This is the first time in nearly seven decades that India have suffered two successive series whitewashes at home.

India vs New Zealand T20s: Suryakumar reveals how he got back among the runs!

India vs New Zealand T20s: Suryakumar reveals how he got back among the runs!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav said a short break after the South Africa series last year and a conscious change in his batting approach helped him rediscover his touch.

After dream T20 World Cup debut, Canada's Samra chases IPL glory

After dream T20 World Cup debut, Canada's Samra chases IPL glory

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Teenager Samra swaps snowy Canada for Mumbai heat with IPL dream

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.

'WC title will revolutionise women's cricket in India'

'WC title will revolutionise women's cricket in India'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

From travelling in unreserved coaches to cusp of history, Indian women's cricket set to turn a page

How India steamrolled South Africa in Vizag

How India steamrolled South Africa in Vizag

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Chahal picked up three wickets while conceding 20 runs in his quota of four overs as South Africa faltered in their chase for the first time in the series after picking up victories in Delhi and Cuttack.

Can South Africa find right balance for World Cup glory?

Can South Africa find right balance for World Cup glory?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

South Africa look to balance last of their World Cup preparations

Morkel called up to South Africa's ODI squad

Morkel called up to South Africa's ODI squad

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

All-rounder Albie Morkel has been called up to South Africa's One-day International (ODI) squad as an injury replacement for the five-match series against Sri Lanka, Cricket South Africa announced on Sunday.

Massive blow for KKR as Harshit Rana likely to miss IPL 2026

Massive blow for KKR as Harshit Rana likely to miss IPL 2026

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Harshit Rana has reportedly been ruled out of IPL 2026 after undergoing knee surgery following an injury during an India warm-up match.

'Play fearless': Suryakumar tells Team India

'Play fearless': Suryakumar tells Team India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav urged his teammates to remain on the fearless on the cricket pitch.

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada said it is a team decision to not take the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in their upcoming white-ball series against England.

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate says adding Sanju Samson to the top order is under discussion after the SA loss, reveals Abhishek's food poisoning battle.

Wicketkeeper De Kock adds to South Africa's injury woes

Wicketkeeper De Kock adds to South Africa's injury woes

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

South Africa's injury list continues to grow as wicket-keeper batsman Quinton de Kock has been ruled out of the remaining four ODIs and the ensuing T20Is series against India.

'India's all-rounder obsession is absolute brain-fade'

'India's all-rounder obsession is absolute brain-fade'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Former players Irfan Pathan and Venkatesh Prasad have questioned the Indian team's muddled approach, lack of stability and the increasing reliance on all-rounders.

What Went Wrong For India Against South Africa

What Went Wrong For India Against South Africa

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Electing to bat, India's batting line-up came undone against South Africa's pace battery on a bouncy Perth wicket as they were reduced to 49/5 before Suryakumar Yadav played the rescue act.

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that head coach Gautam Gambhir has a firm grip on the team and is popular among the players.

Will Chahar join Team India for South Africa series?

Will Chahar join Team India for South Africa series?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Senior seamer Deepak Chahar is not in contention to be selected in the playing eleven for the opening T20I between India and South Africa in Durban on Sunday as he is yet to join the squad due to personal reasons.

'Kohli would be struggling in South Africa'

'Kohli would be struggling in South Africa'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Spin legend Bishen Singh Bedi believes India skipper Virat Kohli is yet to face real competition and the upcoming tough tour of South Africa will test his batting as well as captaincy skills.

Selection row escalates in South Africa

Selection row escalates in South Africa

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

The selection panel failed to meet CSA guidelines by picking at least seven coloured players in the squad for the Bangladesh tour.

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav discusses his injury recovery process and the valuable guidance he received from Jasprit Bumrah during rehabilitation.

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Virat Kohli arrived in Ranchi ahead of the first One-Day International against South Africa on Wednesday morning.

Australia to reschedule South Africa tour 'as soon as possible'

Australia to reschedule South Africa tour 'as soon as possible'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Australia pulled out of the three-Test tour slated for March-April citing an "unacceptable level of health and safety risk to players, support staff and the community".

1st Test: Mulder, Sipamla star as South Africa rout Sri Lanka

1st Test: Mulder, Sipamla star as South Africa rout Sri Lanka

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Sri Lanka had suffered crippling injuries to their bowling attack in the Test and were also without middle-order batsman Dhananjaya de Silva for the second innings, a major concern for their home series against England that starts on January 14.

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.

South Africa's Boucher warns England: 'Beware a wounded buffalo'

South Africa's Boucher warns England: 'Beware a wounded buffalo'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2019

Mark Boucher is confident he can turn around the fortunes of the country's ailing test team and has warned England

PIX: PM Modi hosts victorious women cricketers

PIX: PM Modi hosts victorious women cricketers

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated the triumphant Indian women's cricket team at his residence at Lok Kalyan Marg on Wednesday.

T20 World Cup: 'Any team can beat anyone now'

T20 World Cup: 'Any team can beat anyone now'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan welcomes the expansion of the T20 World Cup, highlighting the opportunities it creates for players from more countries to showcase their talent.

When India Flopped At T20 World Cups!

When India Flopped At T20 World Cups!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Entering most ICC events, especially T20 World Cups, as pre-tournament favourites, India could not break free from that prison of expectations on a number of occasions despite being armed with star power and depth.

India Need To Be Wary Of The World Champions

India Need To Be Wary Of The World Champions

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

South Africa will aim for their first Test victory in India in more than 15 years.

Pakistan sweep Test series against South Africa

Pakistan sweep Test series against South Africa

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Hasan took career-best figures of 10-114 in the match as South Africa lost their last seven wickets for the addition of only 33 runs.

South Africa pull out of Lanka tri-series

South Africa pull out of Lanka tri-series

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

India will now play Sri Lanka in a three-match one-day series scheduled on August 18, 20 and 22.