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T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

T20 World Cup: 'India is so fortunate to have Bumrah'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India are fortunate to have a bowler of the calibre of Jasprit Bumrah, who is head and shoulders above the rest in international cricket, said former batter Sanjay Manjrekar.

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has been criticised for failing to meet "transformational targets" with only one black African in Kagiso Rabada part of the T20 World Cup squad.

Amre explains Shaw's absence: IPL demands results; Porel stepped up

Amre explains Shaw's absence: IPL demands results; Porel stepped up

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Shaw was retained by the Capitals ahead of the season and didn't feature in the first two games. In his first game of IPL 2024, he struck a quick 43 off 27 balls against Chennai Super Kings.

Sri Lanka players slam 'unfair' T20 World Cup schedule

Sri Lanka players slam 'unfair' T20 World Cup schedule

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Sri Lanka captain Wanindu Hasaranga lambasted the scheduling of their team's matches in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

London Spirit is the Lord's based team participating in England's domestic cricket tournament, The Hundred.

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Cameron Green said that his body is in great shape, where he can contribute well as a bowler

Why No Score Is Safe In IPL 2024

Why No Score Is Safe In IPL 2024

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'The impact player rule has skewed the game heavily in favour of the batters.' 'The second factor is that all venues have BCCI-appointed curators as opposed to local curators.' 'This has essentially taken the home advantage out of the equation.'

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Mandhana joined the Southern Brave, meanwhile, the Birmingham Phoenix roped in Richa for the forthcoming Women's Hundred 2024.

T20 WC: 'Kuldeep can add extra bit of wicket-taking flair'

T20 WC: 'Kuldeep can add extra bit of wicket-taking flair'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

New Zealand great Stephen Fleming feels Kuldeep Yadav can provide that 'extra bit of wicket-taking flair' in the Super 8 stage.

BBL player Harper hit on head at training, hospitalised

BBL player Harper hit on head at training, hospitalised

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

A report in ESPNcricinfo said the cricketer attempted to play a cross-bat shot and got hit on the chin, "with the ball lodging under the grill of his helmet, causing a severe cut near his throat".

We got more timid as the series went on: McCullum

We got more timid as the series went on: McCullum

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

After the end of the fifth and final Test match against India in Dharamsala, England head coach Brendon McCullum said that the visitors were more "timid" as the series went on.

'Hooper Was More Talented Than Tendulkar'

'Hooper Was More Talented Than Tendulkar'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

'Man, what a player!' 'The ease in which he batted brought out a kind of awe in us.'

T20 WC: Arshdeep, SKY star as India book Super Eight berth

T20 WC: Arshdeep, SKY star as India book Super Eight berth

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The US, second in Group A with four points after suffering their first loss in three matches, will also ensure qualification for the next round if they beat Ireland on Friday.

'Jos Buttler pushed for WC-bound England players' withdrawal from IPL'

'Jos Buttler pushed for WC-bound England players' withdrawal from IPL'

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Captain Jos Butter pushed for withdrawal of English players from the Indian Premier League play-offs ahead of the T20 World Cup, the team's managing director Rob Key has revealed.

Cricket Australia reiterate interest in hosting Indo-Pak Test series

Cricket Australia reiterate interest in hosting Indo-Pak Test series

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

CA's head of scheduling Peter Roach acknowledged said they are not averse to idea of hosting on tri-series ODI, involving India and Pakistan, like it happened back in 1999-2000 season, though he admitted that it will be difficult to squeeze in a series in an already choc-a-bloc calendar.

'Why do we talk so much about a modern great who has delivered time and again?'

'Why do we talk so much about a modern great who has delivered time and again?'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer expressed his frustration on chatter around star India and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batter Virat Kohli's strike rate and approach in T20I cricket, saying that he has produced match-winning contributions for India in ICC T20 World Cups time and again.

Maxwell hospitalised following late-night party

Maxwell hospitalised following late-night party

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

He was, however, discharged from the hospital after a short stay and is back to training.

'We want to think we are playing to qualify for Super 8'

'We want to think we are playing to qualify for Super 8'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Nepal will aim to finish off on a high when they when they take on Bangladesh in their final group game of the T20 World Cup on Sunday.

Kane Williamson responds to Wagner retirement controversy

Kane Williamson responds to Wagner retirement controversy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Kane Williamson declines New Zealand 'forced' Neil Wagner to retire

Injured Shaw set to miss majority of domestic season

Injured Shaw set to miss majority of domestic season

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The 23-year-old suffered an injury during Northamptonshire's one-day championship fixture against Durham last month. According to ESPNcricinfo further scans revealed the injury was a lot worse than initially expected.

Ollie Robinson 'twinged his back while batting' in Ranchi Test

Ollie Robinson 'twinged his back while batting' in Ranchi Test

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Head coach Brendon McCullum revealed that pacer Ollie Robinson suffered an injury while batting during the visitors' first inning.

Shashank Redemption: From Mistaken Buy To Punjab King

Shashank Redemption: From Mistaken Buy To Punjab King

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

With all hopes faded, coming in to bat with 89 needed off 7 overs, the 32 year old revived the team's fortunes.

Jack Leach's knee injury adds to England's woes

Jack Leach's knee injury adds to England's woes

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Jack Leach aggravated his knee injury during the second day of the first Test against India on Friday in Hyderabad.

'Hopefully, the selectors learn to value Kuldeep's wicket-taking capability more'

'Hopefully, the selectors learn to value Kuldeep's wicket-taking capability more'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Former Australia skipper Ian Chappell feels England under Ben Stokes will give India tough competition.

Asia Cup: Litton replaces Shanto ahead of Super Fours

Asia Cup: Litton replaces Shanto ahead of Super Fours

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Bangladesh are facing several injury concerns within the team.

Returning Pant to captain Delhi Capitals at IPL 2024

Returning Pant to captain Delhi Capitals at IPL 2024

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Pant made his IPL debut in 2016 following which he appeared in 98 matches for the franchises and scored 2838 runs with a strike rate of 147.97.

'MI won the game but Ashustosh won hearts'

'MI won the game but Ashustosh won hearts'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh lavished praise on Punjab Kings uncapped batter Ashutosh Sharma for his valiant knock against Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

'Kohli wants to achieve more for India'

'Kohli wants to achieve more for India'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

'I am sure that the journey has not stopped. There is a lot of cricket left in him, a lot of runs left in him.'

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Bailey confirmed that Warner will be selected for the West Indies series and will be expected to participate.

Only Green matched Kohli's tempo while batting: Moody

Only Green matched Kohli's tempo while batting: Moody

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's thrashing by Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru on Friday prompted former Australia cricketer Tom Moody to blame Virat Kohli's fellow-batters for the humbling defeat.

Bashir's visa issue: UK govt wants India to treat British citizens fairly

Bashir's visa issue: UK govt wants India to treat British citizens fairly

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The UK government on Wednesday stated that India should treat British citizens "fairly" when they apply for visas after off-spinner Shoaib Bashir's arrival for the five-match Test series was delayed due to lingering issues relating to his travel documents.

4th Test: Stokes intrigued by Ranchi pitch

4th Test: Stokes intrigued by Ranchi pitch

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'I don't know, I've never seen something like that before, so I have no idea.'

Will Naseem Shah miss the World Cup?

Will Naseem Shah miss the World Cup?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Naseem Shah's recent shoulder injury has cast doubts over his participation

How Dean Elgar spoiled India's party

How Dean Elgar spoiled India's party

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar said following India's series draw with South Africa, that the hosts were the most "beatable team" and 185 by opener Dean Elgar in the first Centurion Test prevented India from creating history.

'Surprised to see MI move on from Rohit Sharma so early'

'Surprised to see MI move on from Rohit Sharma so early'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

Mumbai Indians' decision to replace Rohit Sharma as captain and appoint Hardik Pandya has irked fans and former cricketers alike.

Warner's not a selector, Aus coach McDonald says

Warner's not a selector, Aus coach McDonald says

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

'All options will be considered. We're not going to make the decision until the deadline, which will be the West Indies game.'

Block it out, it's all irrelevant: Smith on Hardik facing boos

Block it out, it's all irrelevant: Smith on Hardik facing boos

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Australian star batter Steve Smith has advised Hardik Pandya to simply "block out" the constant jeers and boos the new Mumbai Indians skipper is receiving from spectators at the IPL so far, as they are "all irrelevant".

'Hopefully Rehan's visa issue will be sorted in a day or so'

'Hopefully Rehan's visa issue will be sorted in a day or so'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

The lack of multiple entry India visa had delayed Rehan Ahmed's exit from the airport after England arrived in Rajkot for the third Test on Monday.

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

In a career spanning 17 years, Tiwary represented Jharkhand and played three ODIs for India and turned up for four IPL franchises.

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Zaka Ashraf said he "will not block" the decision taken by his predecessor Najam Sethi