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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The numbers from this season alone are almost surreal. 680 runs in 15 innings. Average of 45. Strike rate of 242. A century, four fifties, best score of 103. 65 sixes and 55 fours from just 280 balls -- a boundary every 2.3 balls, a six every 4.3 balls.

Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Bradman wore that cap during the 1947/48 series against the first Indian team to tour Australia. The series saw Bradman amassing 715 runs from six innings.

Is Cummins Australia's greatest after Sir Don Bradman?

Is Cummins Australia's greatest after Sir Don Bradman?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Former England captain Michael Vaughan said that Australian skipper Pat Cummins will be remembered as Australia's greatest cricketer after batting great Don Bradman because of his brilliant numbers and performances.

Don Bradman, 99

Don Bradman, 99

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

A special tribute to the greatest batsman who lived.

Record price! Bradman's Baggy Green from India Tests sold

Record price! Bradman's Baggy Green from India Tests sold

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

A Baggy Green cap worn by Don Bradman during Australia's 1947-48 series against India was auctioned for a record $460,000 and will be displayed at an Australian museum.

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The Cricket fraternity extended wishes to 'Master Blaster' and India's 'God of Cricket', Sachin Tendulkar, as he turned 52 on Thursday.

Kane Williamson surpasses Virat Kohli, Don Bradman

Kane Williamson surpasses Virat Kohli, Don Bradman

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

New Zealand's experienced batter Kane Williamson surpassed Virat Kohli and former Australia batter Don Bradman in the Test hundreds list on Sunday.

Don Bradman's India connection

Don Bradman's India connection

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Despite having legions of fans in India since he began striding the cricket world like a colossus, Don Bradman never toured this country irrespective of many invites.

Justin Langer bests Sir Don Bradman

Justin Langer bests Sir Don Bradman

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Justin Langer became the highest scoring Australian in first-class cricket on Thursday when he overtook the great Don Bradman.

Sachin is India's Don Bradman: Hayden

Sachin is India's Don Bradman: Hayden

Rediff.com21 Apr 2013

Sachin Tendulkar has always been showered with the biggest of compliments but former Australia opener Matthew Hayden took it to a new level as he placed the senior batsman above the game itself while calling him India's Don Bradman and a "movement in himself".

Don Bradman's cap fetches A$500,000

Don Bradman's cap fetches A$500,000

Rediff.com24 Feb 2003

Bradman wore the cap during his last Test series on Australian soil, against India in 1947-48. A Sydney businessman snapped it up.

'We are proud of you': Elder brother Ujjwal celebrates Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's heroics

'We are proud of you': Elder brother Ujjwal celebrates Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's heroics

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Ujjwal, the elder brother of Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, celebrated his sibling's record-breaking performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. Sooryavanshi's explosive innings saw him surpass Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in an IPL season.

Murali is Don Bradman of bowlers: Steve Waugh

Murali is Don Bradman of bowlers: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2004

'Such is his aura, whenever anyone mentions Sri Lankan cricket his name immediately springs to mind,' the former Australian skipper said.\n\n

It felt like a tsunami had hit them: Chopra on SRH bowlers' struggles vs Sooryavanshi

It felt like a tsunami had hit them: Chopra on SRH bowlers' struggles vs Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 97 off just 29 balls to power his team into Qualifier 2 and earned glowing praise from former India opener Aakash Chopra.

Captain Kohli ready to emulate Don Bradman

Captain Kohli ready to emulate Don Bradman

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

Yet while "The Don" was always in a world of his own, Kohli has his own Bradmanesque air at the moment.

Remembering Sir Don Bradman on his 106th birth anniversary

Remembering Sir Don Bradman on his 106th birth anniversary

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

Despite losing four years of playing days due to World War II, Don Bradman still is head and shoulders above the rest. Haresh Pandya pays tribute to the incomparable Don Bradman.

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting approach in the IPL has impressed teammates and opponents alike, with his ability to take on world-class bowlers without hesitation.

Gavaskar calls for immediate India debut for 'God's gift' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Gavaskar calls for immediate India debut for 'God's gift' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Sunil Gavaskar believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a special talent and should be included in the upcoming T20 series in England.

Warner in the company of Sir Don Bradman, Harvey

Warner in the company of Sir Don Bradman, Harvey

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

David Warner has become the fourth Australian to have recorded at least 10 centuries after 33 Tests, joining an elite company that includes the likes of Sir Don Bradman and Neil Harvey from the famed 'Invincibles' squad of 1948.

Hopefully, we'll be able to get Sooryavanshi out early, says GT's Parthiv Patel

Hopefully, we'll be able to get Sooryavanshi out early, says GT's Parthiv Patel

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Gujarat Titans' assistant coach Parthiv Patel defends their consistent approach to cricket, highlighting their success since 2022 despite criticism from rival teams. He acknowledges the threat posed by Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi but remains confident in GT's strategy.

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

With nine Test centuries against India at home, Joe Root set a new record for the most by any batter against a single opponent in home Tests.

Kohli Targets Bradman's Record!

Kohli Targets Bradman's Record!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Another century in the second Test against Australia could see him overtake the legendary Don Bradman.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reminds coach Bharucha of young Sachin Tendulkar

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reminds coach Bharucha of young Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's coach, Zubin Bharucha, sees similarities between the young cricketer and a young Sachin Tendulkar, highlighting Sooryavanshi's ability to grow, his bat speed development, and his maturity and clarity.

'Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest batsman after Don Bradman'

'Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest batsman after Don Bradman'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has rated Sachin Tendulkar as the all-time best batsman after Sir Donald Bradman, saying the maestro truly deserves to be called "great" at a time when the word is "bandied" about often.

Gladiator Is Excited About The Ashes!

Gladiator Is Excited About The Ashes!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Expect nothing less than hostility, fire and close contests as Ben Stokes' England come armed with their Bazball philosophy to try and get the better of a depleted Australia.

5 Of Jaiswal's 7 Test Tons Above 150!

5 Of Jaiswal's 7 Test Tons Above 150!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Only Don Bradman (8) has had more 150-plus scores before turning 23.

Kamindu Mendis Joins Bradman, Headley

Kamindu Mendis Joins Bradman, Headley

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The 25 year old from Galle is the joint third fastest to reach five Test centuries, joining legends like Don Bradman and George Headley, who also scored five hundreds in 13 innings.

Bradman's 'baggy green' cap worn against India fetches record price

Bradman's 'baggy green' cap worn against India fetches record price

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Don Bradman wore the "baggy green" cap during India's first tour of Australia as an independent country in 1947-48, scoring 715 runs in six innings at an average of 178.75.

Bumrah would be too hot to handle for Bradman: Gilly

Bumrah would be too hot to handle for Bradman: Gilly

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'He would have f****** ripped on Bradman's pegs out in a matter of balls'

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

England captain Ben Stokes has called for his teammates to 'show a bit of dog' as they look to fight back from two losses in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide from Tuesday.

Shubman Gill's bat is doing the talking now!

Shubman Gill's bat is doing the talking now!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

So far in the four matches of the ongoing five-match series against the Three Lions, India Test captain Shubman Gill has managed to score 722 runs in the eight innings at an average of 90.25.

'We didn't execute at all': Stokes slams England

'We didn't execute at all': Stokes slams England

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

England trail 2-0 in the five-Test series after being outplayed with bat, ball and in the field during the eight-wicket loss in the day-night match in Brisbane.

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A shortened game will be like a sprint where the risk element will be high. Who will win when emotion meets execution remains to be seen. K R Nayar reports from Colombo.

'Always Right?' Afridi Mocks Gambhir

'Always Right?' Afridi Mocks Gambhir

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'Gambhir thought whatever he said was right. But after some time, it is proven that you are not always right.'

Adelaide furnace to decide Ashes fate in days

Adelaide furnace to decide Ashes fate in days

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Ashes could be decided within days at an Adelaide Oval furnace where England's hopes of wresting back the urn will fire anew or flame out entirely against a strengthened Australia.

Ranji Trophy: Sudip Kumar Gharami's 299 Puts Bengal In Command Against Andhra

Ranji Trophy: Sudip Kumar Gharami's 299 Puts Bengal In Command Against Andhra

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Sudip Kumar Gharami's brilliant 299 propelled Bengal to a commanding position against Andhra in their Ranji Trophy quarter-final match.

Sir Don Bradman blazer sells for 132,000 Australian dollars

Sir Don Bradman blazer sells for 132,000 Australian dollars

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

The blazer worn by Australian cricketing great Donald Bradman during his first series as Test captain sold for A$132,000 ($91,410.00) on Monday, local media reported.

Not Kohli... Shastri Sees Shades of This Great in Gill

Not Kohli... Shastri Sees Shades of This Great in Gill

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Gill scored a sensational 269 in the first innings and followed it up with 161 in the second-earning comparisons to Don Bradman from Shastri himself.

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The India skipper will be eyeing the great Don Bradman's 88-year-old record for most runs by a captain in a Test series.

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Australia stormed to an eight-wicket victory in the second Ashes Test on Sunday to take a 2-0 series lead as England succumbed on day four to a pace blitz from unlikely hero Michael Neser.