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Ben Stokes breaks silence on Brendon McCullum rift talk

Ben Stokes breaks silence on Brendon McCullum rift talk

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

England captain Ben Stokes has addressed reports of disagreements with head coach Brendon McCullum, stating that while they sometimes have different viewpoints, their commitment to winning remains aligned.

IPL 2026: Dhoni's Return 'Soon', says CSK Captain Gaikwad

IPL 2026: Dhoni's Return 'Soon', says CSK Captain Gaikwad

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad revealed that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is making steady progress and could be available 'soon' for CSK.

Yuzvendra Chahal On The Challenges Of The IPL Impact Player Rule

Yuzvendra Chahal On The Challenges Of The IPL Impact Player Rule

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal acknowledges the Impact Player rule's challenges for bowlers in the IPL but praises Punjab Kings' batsmen for consistently chasing down high scores.

It will be difficult to keep Padikkal out of Indian team for long: Karthik

It will be difficult to keep Padikkal out of Indian team for long: Karthik

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Dinesh Karthik believes Devdutt Padikkal's consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL will soon earn him a place in the Indian national team.

IPL 2026: 'We were surprised': Riyan Parag on RR batting collapse vs SRH

IPL 2026: 'We were surprised': Riyan Parag on RR batting collapse vs SRH

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag attributes his team's first IPL defeat of the season to a combination of factors, including misreading the pace of deliveries and shortcomings in bowling execution against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Former India players Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla suggest Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be considered for India's T20 squad after impressive performances.

Alana King Spins Her Way Back To The Top

Alana King Spins Her Way Back To The Top

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Australian leggie, Alana King's 5 for 19 against the West Indies in St Kitts, propelled her back to the top spot in the ICC ODI Rankings.

IPL 2026: CSK vs PBKS: Mumbai Boys Shine in Chennai

IPL 2026: CSK vs PBKS: Mumbai Boys Shine in Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Mumbai cricketers stole the spotlight in a thrilling IPL 2026 match, as Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan and Shivam Dube shone for Chennai Super Kings, while Shreyas Iyer guided Punjab Kings to victory.

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane dismisses speculation about his future, stating his focus is on personal growth as a cricketer, not proving critics wrong.

Gavaskar sees silver lining for LSG despite Pooran's struggles

Gavaskar sees silver lining for LSG despite Pooran's struggles

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Gavaskar said Nicholas Pooran 'looked lost' but lauded LSG for winning without relying on star players, thanks to Mukul Choudhary's heroics.

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ryan Rickelton's whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasen's unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday. Chasing a 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH.

'I'm very tough on myself; if I don't do well': Varun Chakravarthy

'I'm very tough on myself; if I don't do well': Varun Chakravarthy

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Varun Chakravarthy defends his recent form, attributing his struggles to unhelpful pitches rather than any flaws in his bowling, after a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.

Hazlewood opens up on 151-day injury nightmare

Hazlewood opens up on 151-day injury nightmare

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's lead pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that his delayed entry into IPL 2026 due to rehabilitation was tough, emphasising the need to respect recovery time at 35 after multiple injuries since November 2025.

IPL 2026: Sidhu accuses Rishabh Pant of 'throwing his wicket away'

IPL 2026: Sidhu accuses Rishabh Pant of 'throwing his wicket away'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu critiques Rishabh Pant's dismissals and analyses Lucknow Super Giants' batting struggles in the IPL season.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer On How Punjab Kings Can End Their IPL Curse

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer On How Punjab Kings Can End Their IPL Curse

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, are determined to win their first IPL title after a convincing victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, chasing down a 220-run target with ease.

From Disappointment To Determination: Rabada Shifts Focus

From Disappointment To Determination: Rabada Shifts Focus

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Kagiso Rabada reflects on a 'disappointing' previous season, highlighting his shift from 'desperate' to 'determined' after a match-winning spell that helped Gujarat Titans defeat Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL.

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls for a duck and Irfan Pathan's theory on the youngster targeting big bowlers gains attention.

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.

IPL 2026: How Bhuvi, Hazlewood dismantled DC in Powerplay with pace, precision

IPL 2026: How Bhuvi, Hazlewood dismantled DC in Powerplay with pace, precision

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

In conditions where big scores have become the norm, the RCB pace duo reduced Delhi to 8 for six in just four overs, effectively ending the contest within the Powerplay.

Fastest IPL Super Over? KKR stun LSG in 1-ball chase

Fastest IPL Super Over? KKR stun LSG in 1-ball chase

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Lucknow Super Giants in a dramatic Super Over finish in the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2026: Rahane hits back: 'Critics have agenda against me'

IPL 2026: Rahane hits back: 'Critics have agenda against me'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane responds to criticism regarding his strike rate in the IPL, suggesting that his detractors are motivated by jealousy and hidden agendas.

'Huge expectation from Cameron Green within the IPL'

'Huge expectation from Cameron Green within the IPL'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Cameron Green has also been in focus during his stint with IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders, with Cricket Australia managing his workload due to a lower back injury.

Blow for USA Cricket! Aaron Jones suspended for alleged match fixing

Blow for USA Cricket! Aaron Jones suspended for alleged match fixing

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

USA batter Aaron Jones has been provisionally suspended for alleged fixing during the BIM10 league in Barbados in 2023-2024.

Narcotics ring busted, cocaine worth Rs 1,745 cr seized in Mumbai: Amit Shah

Narcotics ring busted, cocaine worth Rs 1,745 cr seized in Mumbai: Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted a major international narcotics ring, seizing 349 kg of high-grade cocaine worth Rs 1,745 crore in Mumbai.

IPL 2026: LSG vs KKR: Rinku stars as Kolkata edge LSG in Super Over

IPL 2026: LSG vs KKR: Rinku stars as Kolkata edge LSG in Super Over

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants in a tense Super Over finish in Lucknow on Sunday, surviving a major batting collapse before holding their nerve in the decider to snatch a dramatic win in a clash between two struggling sides.

'That knock made the difference': Arora credits Rinku for KKR win

'That knock made the difference': Arora credits Rinku for KKR win

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Arora credits Rinku Singh's match-winning 83 and Sunil Narine's Super Over brilliance as KKR defeat LSG in a thrilling IPL 2026 clash to keep playoff hopes alive.

Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj Offer Prayers At Varanasi's Ganga Aarti

Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj Offer Prayers At Varanasi's Ganga Aarti

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Rinku Singh took some time off from the hectic grind of IPL 2026 to seek blessings at the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has missed the first six games of IPL 2026 due to a calf injury.

Abhishek Sharma Overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As MVP

Abhishek Sharma Overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As MVP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 38.

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.

IPL 2026: How Debutants Hinge, Hussain Wrecked Royals

IPL 2026: How Debutants Hinge, Hussain Wrecked Royals

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

While Hinge's opening burst set the tone, Hussain ensured there was no recovery. The duo complemented each other well, building pressure and forcing mistakes.

Arshdeep Singh's Back-To-Basics Approach Pays Off

Arshdeep Singh's Back-To-Basics Approach Pays Off

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings' coach Sairaj Bahutule reveals Arshdeep Singh's return to form in the IPL was due to a focus on basic techniques and target bowling in the nets, helping him rediscover his strengths.

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden praises Shubman Gill's clarity, confidence, and leadership skills ahead of their IPL 2026 opener against Punjab Kings.

Why Ruturaj Gaikwad is struggling in IPL 2026...

Why Ruturaj Gaikwad is struggling in IPL 2026...

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Former India off-spinner R Ashwin believes Chennai Super Kings' skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad missed an opportunity to regain form in the IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Ashwin analyses Gaikwad's struggles, while also praising SRH bowler Eshan Malinga.

How Dhruv Jurel is thriving at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals...

How Dhruv Jurel is thriving at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Dhruv Jurel discusses his successful transition to batting at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his adaptability and partnership with teammates.

IPL 2026: J&K pacer Auqib Nabi hopes for dream chance

IPL 2026: J&K pacer Auqib Nabi hopes for dream chance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's Auqib Nabi reveals Dale Steyn's influence on his fast bowling career and his aspirations to play for India, while Irfan Pathan highlights Nabi's unique bowling skills.

I've always been an attacking player: Ajinkya Rahane amid criticism

I've always been an attacking player: Ajinkya Rahane amid criticism

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane defends his batting approach amid criticism in IPL 2026, saying he has evolved into an attacking player while focusing on team roles for KKR.

IPL 2026: I look at the ball not the bowler: Sooryavanshi says after destroying RCB

IPL 2026: I look at the ball not the bowler: Sooryavanshi says after destroying RCB

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricketer, played a remarkable innings, scoring 78 runs off 26 balls to help Rajasthan Royals chase down a target of 201 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Big update on Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh return

Big update on Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh return

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board's chairman of selectors, Habibul Bashar, expresses his desire for veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to return to the national team and play until at least the 2027 ODI World Cup.

IPL 2026: Why Was Hardik Examining Sooryavanshi's Bat?

IPL 2026: Why Was Hardik Examining Sooryavanshi's Bat?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

MI's bowlers spent considerable time discussing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at their pre-game team meetings.