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Ganguly asks Saha for Bengal return; will he accept?

Ganguly asks Saha for Bengal return; will he accept?

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Saha, who joined Tripura after a rift with some Cricket Association of Bengal officials in 2022, met Ganguly in Kolkata.

Gavaskar wants BCCI to appoint Dravid as India coach

Gavaskar wants BCCI to appoint Dravid as India coach

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar backed Rahul Dravid as the next Indian cricket team coach, saying if the Board of Control for Cricket in India is looking for a change, the former India captain is best suited for the job.

SEE: Bumrah's sweet family reunion

SEE: Bumrah's sweet family reunion

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Jasprit Bumrah, was captured in an adorable video beaming as he greeted his wife Sanjana Ganesan and their son Angad at the Kensington Oval ground in Barbados.

Dravid controversially 'given out' again

Dravid controversially 'given out' again

Rediff.com21 Aug 2011

For the second match in a row, Rahul Dravid found himself at the receiving end of controversial umpiring decisions as he was given out for caught behind in India's second innings in the final Test against England at the Oval.

Dravid's record as captain

Dravid's record as captain

Rediff.com15 Sep 2007

Rahul Dravid led India in 25 Tests and compiled an 8-6 win-loss record.

Rahul Dravid: Team India's firewall

Rahul Dravid: Team India's firewall

Rediff.com7 Aug 2011

If there is an Indian player who has made an impact in an otherwise vapid show in England thus far, it is Rahul Dravid.

'Happy Dressing Room Is A Winning One'

'Happy Dressing Room Is A Winning One'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

'The most important thing is that they will always have my back. Aim to make it a happy and secure dressing room.'

Dravid calls upon India's youngsters to embrace Test cricket

Dravid calls upon India's youngsters to embrace Test cricket

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

The former India captain, who scored 13288 runs in 164 Tests, believes that playing Tests is the greatest form of satisfaction in the game.

Angry Dravid slams Delhi batsmen after flop show

Angry Dravid slams Delhi batsmen after flop show

Rediff.com30 Apr 2017

The Delhi Daredevils coach is hoping his team can turnaround their fortunes and put up a better showing in their remaining matches.

Not everyone understands T20 cricket: Dravid

Not everyone understands T20 cricket: Dravid

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

It is often compared to fast food and criticised for being a shallow format but former Indian captain Rahul Dravid feels Twenty20 cricket has its own set of complexities and intricacies that a common fan cannot fathom. "Some of the conversations that happen around IPL teams... these conversations are not happening outside. They are not happening in television studios as I have been on television studios, I know it. The depth of conversation that's happening about the T20 game within a team and within that environment is not happening anywhere else, which is what makes the T20 game unique," Dravid told ESPN Cricinfo.

'Kohli has changed Indian cricket's DNA'

'Kohli has changed Indian cricket's DNA'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

Ashwin noted that Kohli has redefined how a batsman should perceive and prepare for the game

Phenomenal achievement by Sania, Leander: Dravid

Phenomenal achievement by Sania, Leander: Dravid

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Congratulating tennis stars Sania Mirza and Leander Paes, who won Grand Slams in the women's doubles and mixed doubles respectively at the US Open, former India cricket captain Rahul Dravid on Monday said that both are "huge inspiration" for aspiring sportspersons in the country.

BCCI to felicitate Dravid next week

BCCI to felicitate Dravid next week

Rediff.com21 Mar 2012

The BCCI will felicitate veteran batsman Rahul Dravid in Mumbai on March 27.

Ganguly says Gambhir will be 'good' as India coach

Ganguly says Gambhir will be 'good' as India coach

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly says Gautam Gambhir will be a "good coach" for the national cricket team if he has applied for the job, and favours the appointment of a home-grown talent to the high-profile position.

How Dravid's advice shaped Shubman Gill's career

How Dravid's advice shaped Shubman Gill's career

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

India's young batting star Shubman Gill reveals how he made the transition from Under-19, India 'A' and domestic cricket to the international level.

Bonanza for Team India! BCCI announces 'Test incentive' scheme

Bonanza for Team India! BCCI announces 'Test incentive' scheme

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

The Indian team were rewarded with a bonus as the BCCI announced the launch of the 'Test Cricket Incentive Scheme'.

Rahul Dravid turns 34

Rahul Dravid turns 34

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

The India captain is currently playing for Karnataka in a Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra at Rajkot.

Caught Dravid bowled Kumble

Caught Dravid bowled Kumble

Rediff.com5 Oct 2004

Indian vice-captain Rahul Dravid thinks it would be great if this reads true for Anil Kumble's 400th Test victim.

India's 5 Worst Defeats In South Africa

India's 5 Worst Defeats In South Africa

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

India went down by an innings and 32 runs -- their worst Test defeat on South African soil.

BCCI recommends Dravid for Dronacharya, Kohli for Khel Ratna

BCCI recommends Dravid for Dronacharya, Kohli for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

The BCCI has recommended former India captain Rahul Dravid for the prestigious Dronacharya award and once again nominated Virat Kohli for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna honour.

BCCI, Gambhir silent on chief coach job after IPL win

BCCI, Gambhir silent on chief coach job after IPL win

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The deadline for applying for the post of Indian men's cricket team chief coach ended on Monday but both the BCCI and the top name in its wishlist, Gautam Gambhir chose to keep mum on the development.

Why current cricketers should be thankful to Tendulkar, Dravid and Kumble

Why current cricketers should be thankful to Tendulkar, Dravid and Kumble

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Referring to the trio's fight for share in BCCI revenue for players back in 2001-02, sehwag said it went a long way in guaranteeing financial security that is enjoyed by the current crop of players.

Dravid reveals the greatest pacer he has faced

Dravid reveals the greatest pacer he has faced

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Some of his best centuries have come against the mighty Australian attack which comprised a battery of fearsome pacers, but batting legend Rahul Dravid admitted that the greatest fast bowler he had faced was Aussie Glenn McGrath. "They (Australia) were the best cricket team in my generation. Amongst them all, the greatest bowler that I played against, not only the greatest Australian bowler, but the greatest fast bowler (that) I played against has to be Glean McGrath," said Dravid, who was known for his impeccable defense, at an event in Mumbai.

Shastri slams Dravid's captaincy

Shastri slams Dravid's captaincy

Rediff.com24 Sep 2006

The cricketer-turned-commentator said India's captain should call the shots instead of coach Greg Chappell.

Dravid credited for nurturing Karun Nair's talent

Dravid credited for nurturing Karun Nair's talent

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Congratulating 25-year-old middle order batsman Karun Nair for scoring his maiden triple century, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Anurag Thakur on Monday credited Rahul Dravid, India's Under-19 coach, for nurturing and 'well grooming' the youngsters through his valuable tips and vast cricketing experience.

Rachin Grateful For #Yellove

Rachin Grateful For #Yellove

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'Not sure I'm a favourite just yet, but the Chennai fans are amazing. It's a special feeling when you've got fans cheering your name.'

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Sunday's match would be just like any other for the cricketing maestro.

I had requested Dravid to coach India: Anurag Thakur

I had requested Dravid to coach India: Anurag Thakur

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

BCCI president Anurag Thakur has revealed that Anil Kumble was not the first choice to coach the Indian cricket team and the board had approached Rahul Dravid for the top job. Dravid is currently the coach of U-19 and India A teams and has also managed Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League.

I would love to coach the Indian team: Gambhir

I would love to coach the Indian team: Gambhir

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Earlier this week, former India captain Sourav Ganguly had backed Gambhir for the India head coach role, saying "he is a good candidate".

IPL 2025: Who Was Retained, Released

IPL 2025: Who Was Retained, Released

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Heinrich Klaasen is the most expensive retained player in IPL history.

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, could be headed for the players' auction after failing to make a breakthrough in negotiations, while K L Rahul is also unlikely to be retained by LSG.

Dravid discharged from hospital

Dravid discharged from hospital

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

Padikkal 5th Debutant In Series!

Padikkal 5th Debutant In Series!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

The last time India fielded five or more debutants in a Test series was during the 1996 tour of England when current Head Coach Rahul Dravid, Batting Coach Vikram Rathour, Bowling Coach Paras Mhambrey all made their debuts along with Sourav Ganguly, Venkatesh Prasad and Sunil Joshi.

'I knew I could shine': Hardik Pandya silences critics

'I knew I could shine': Hardik Pandya silences critics

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Very emotional after the last six months: Hardik Pandya after India's T20 WC win

Dhoni was fantastic: Dravid

Dhoni was fantastic: Dravid

Rediff.com31 Oct 2005

India skipper Rahul Dravid said it was a 'privilege' to watch the youngster's match-winning knock in the third ODI against Sri Lanka.

This player is India's wildcard for T20 WC final

This player is India's wildcard for T20 WC final

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The 58-year-old feels that Australia and India were the best sides throughout the tournament, but Mitchell Marsh's side paid the price of their loss against Afghanistan.

Dravid, Jayawardene appointed to ICC Cricket Committee

Dravid, Jayawardene appointed to ICC Cricket Committee

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Anil Kumble was re-appointed as Chairman of the ICC Cricket Committee for a three-year term.

Dravid will be unavailable for India's overseas tours: Rai

Dravid will be unavailable for India's overseas tours: Rai

Rediff.com22 Jul 2017

Former India captain Rahul Dravid 'will not be available' for the senior Indian team's overseas tours owing to his commitments with the India A and Under-19 sides, the Committee of Administrators (COA) chief Vinod Rai said on Saturday.

Dravid, Kumble tops

Dravid, Kumble tops

Rediff.com21 Oct 2003

It's just the beginning for Rinku: Ganguly

It's just the beginning for Rinku: Ganguly

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Rinku Singh shouldn't be disheartened by his exclusion from India's World T20 squad as it was pure tactical decision, said former captain Sourav Ganguly.