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Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Cameron Green's versatility -- the ability to bat anywhere in the order, bowl seam and contribute with superb fielding -- makes him one of the most sought-after names in this year's IPL auction.

'Start well or it's ...': Graeme Smith's India warning

'Start well or it's ...': Graeme Smith's India warning

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Graeme Smith emphasised the importance of getting off to a strong start in the upcoming Test series against India

Ashwin reveals why he went unsold in ILT20 auction

Ashwin reveals why he went unsold in ILT20 auction

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has agreed to play the entire upcoming season of the Big Bash League for Sydney Thunder, just a day after he went unsold at the ILT20 auction in Dubai, ESPNcricinfo reported.

Bavuma named in South Africa A squad for tour of India

Bavuma named in South Africa A squad for tour of India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The two four-day games will be held at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from October 30 to November 9.

Aus recall Indian origin spinner for T20Is

Aus recall Indian origin spinner for T20Is

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Sangha has featured in seven T20Is, taking a four-fer against South Africa in 2023

After Aussie snub, Jaiswal eyes Ranji redemption in Jaipur

After Aussie snub, Jaiswal eyes Ranji redemption in Jaipur

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

India's opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is set to feature for Mumbai's Elite Group D fixture against Rajasthan in Jaipur in the third round of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy, scheduled to commence on November 1.

John Jameson: Bombay's English Cricketer

John Jameson: Bombay's English Cricketer

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'I'm proud of my Indian connection. Why shouldn't I be?'

Ignored for Aus ODIs, Jadeja to play Ranji Trophy

Ignored for Aus ODIs, Jadeja to play Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Ravindra Jadeja was not picked for the ODI series in Australia, something he said was "not a surprise" after being informed of the team management's plans.

Wood all set for Ashes after 'boring' six months rehab

Wood all set for Ashes after 'boring' six months rehab

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

England pacer Mark Wood feels Australia will start as favourites in the upcoming Ashes series, but insists that there is a "quiet confidence" within the English camp about doing well in the marquee contest, starting later this month.

India vs WI Test: Will Delhi pitch favour batters or spinners?

India vs WI Test: Will Delhi pitch favour batters or spinners?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium will aid the batters with lot of runs expected.

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction saw some foreign names earning big bucks, headlined by Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green

Pant begins rehab, sets sights on Windies Tests

Pant begins rehab, sets sights on Windies Tests

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pant picked up the injury on the opening day of the Old Trafford Test when he attempted a reverse sweeps against Chris Woakes. Despite the injury, the following day he returned to bat and scored a fighting half-century.

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Sri Lankan batting great Kumar Sangakkara will return to Rajasthan Royals to lead the coaching staff after the exit of Rahul Dravid as head coach.

Luckiest to bowl last ball, says Deepti after WC win

Luckiest to bowl last ball, says Deepti after WC win

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma was crowned Player of the Tournament in India's maiden ICC Women's World Cup triumph, says she still cannot believe she bowled the title-winning delivery.

'Probably missed a trick...' Ashwin on Jadeja-CSK trade

'Probably missed a trick...' Ashwin on Jadeja-CSK trade

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his disappointment at the potential exit of all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja from Chennai Super Kings (CSK), saying that the move is "very unlike CSK", a franchise whose "identity was stability and trust in players".

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka.

How Kohli and Rohit built a legacy for India

How Kohli and Rohit built a legacy for India

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Virat Kohli's passion and detachment from personal glory coupled with Rohit Sharma's humility and elegance will not just be etched in record books but will be engraved forever in the hearts of fans, feels former India head coach Greg Chappell.

Shardul Thakur to lead Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

Shardul Thakur to lead Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

International Shardul Thakur will lead Mumbai in the 2025-26 edition of Ranji Trophy, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced while unveiling the list of probables for the prestigious tournament.

New Zealand get massive boost ahead of England visit

New Zealand get massive boost ahead of England visit

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Further talking on the recently concluded T20I series against the Mitchell Marsh-led side, Walter spoke about the Kiwis' performance in the two-match series that they played.

Axar injury scare before India-Pakistan clash

Axar injury scare before India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Although fielding coach T Dilip said Patel looked "fine" after the match, the short turnaround between games poses a challenge for the all-rounder's recovery.

Controversy erupts before Asia Cup final

Controversy erupts before Asia Cup final

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

PCB files complaint against India pacer Arshdeep Singh

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin is set to become the first capped India men's player to participate in the Big Bash League.

Ishan Kishan's brilliant knock shows why Team India still needs him

Ishan Kishan's brilliant knock shows why Team India still needs him

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Out-of-favour India batter Ishan Kishan is focused on the present and wants to enjoy every opportunity that falls his way, irrespective of the level of cricket he is playing in.

Looking to reignite career, Vihari switches teams

Looking to reignite career, Vihari switches teams

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Hanuma Vihari leaves AP, joins Tripura for 2025-26 season

Patidar proves leadership, named MP skipper for Ranji

Patidar proves leadership, named MP skipper for Ranji

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

This year, Rajat led RCB to their maiden IPL title in 18 years and recently was crucial to the Central Zone's Duleep Trophy triumph for the first time since 2014-15.

Pakistan skip presser, drama brews before India clash

Pakistan skip presser, drama brews before India clash

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Despite cancelling the press conference, Pakistan will go ahead with the scheduled training session, ANI reported, quoted ESPNcricinfo.

Ashwin enters ILT20 auction with highest base price!

Ashwin enters ILT20 auction with highest base price!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin entered his first ILT20 auction with a whopping base price of US$ 120,000 -- the highest for any player.

Dunith Wellalage's Father Dies During Afghan Game

Dunith Wellalage's Father Dies During Afghan Game

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Suranga Wellalage, Sri Lankan all-rounder Dunith Wellalage's father, died on September 18, the same day his son played the Asia Cup Group fixture against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.

SKY Wouldn't Have Been So Generous In Pak Game

SKY Wouldn't Have Been So Generous In Pak Game

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'It wouldn't have happened if Salman Agha was playing on the 14th and the game is in the balance.'

Asia Cup: 'Match referee told captains not to shake hands'

Asia Cup: 'Match referee told captains not to shake hands'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pakistan team manager Naveed Akram Cheema lodged a "formal protest" against match referee Andy Pycroft alleging that he asked both captains not to shake hands during the toss.

Quinton de Kock ends retirement, back for Pakistan tour

Quinton de Kock ends retirement, back for Pakistan tour

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Quinton de Kock has reversed his retirement from ODI cricket and has been named in both the ODI and T20I squads for the Pakistan tour.

'Dhoni No 1 India captain; Kohli fifth'

'Dhoni No 1 India captain; Kohli fifth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Ambati Rayudu picked Mahendra Singh Dhoni as India's best ever captain ahead of the likes of Sourav Ganguly and Kapil Dev.

Padikkal wants to show he's too good to be left out!

Padikkal wants to show he's too good to be left out!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Devdutt Padikkal sets sights on Test opportunity with upcoming red-ball series

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Terming playing alongside Dhoni the 'real highlight' of his career, the 20-year-old left-arm wrist-spinner has acknowledged how the Captain Cool's mentorship and guidance have positively impacted his growth, both as a player and a person.

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The 23-year-old explained that his stint with Delhi Capitals sharpened his cricketing brain.

'Don't know why Root reacted that way'

'Don't know why Root reacted that way'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

One of the standout performers in the recent Test series against England, India pacer Prasidh Krishna has opened up about his on-field exchange with Joe Root during the fifth and final Test at The Oval, saying he did not understand why the senior batter reacted in am extreme manner.

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Maharaja Trophy, the state's top franchise-based T20 tournament, was also moved outside Bengaluru as police had rejected KSCA's proposal to host it behind closed doors. The tournament was played in Mysore behind closed doors.

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pycroft's decision has not been seen by ICC as a breach of any code of conduct, but as an action he was authorised to take in his remit as a match official deputed to manage the game.

IPL shortlists three venues ahead of resumption

IPL shortlists three venues ahead of resumption

Rediff.com10 May 2025

ESPNcricinfo also reported that several team officials informed were of the opinion that the remainder of the tournament could be played later in the year.

'Can't wait to be back...' Surya sweats it out in gym!

'Can't wait to be back...' Surya sweats it out in gym!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has started putting in the hard yards on the road to recovery ahead of next month's Asia Cup.