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Bengal BJP ex-chief Dilip Ghosh, 60, marries party colleague

Bengal BJP ex-chief Dilip Ghosh, 60, marries party colleague

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The couple met during morning walks, and the relationship grew over time.

IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

IPL PIX: LSG script last-over miracle in Kolkata

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between KKR and LSG at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings set a new IPL record for the lowest total ever successfully defended -- 111.

Bengaluru Tragedy: Why India Must Rethink Crowd Safety

Bengaluru Tragedy: Why India Must Rethink Crowd Safety

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

What happened in Bengaluru is a wake-up call, no celebration of sport should ever come at the cost of human life, asserts veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

'I am ready to lead KKR if captaincy comes my way'

'I am ready to lead KKR if captaincy comes my way'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer has stated that he is prepared to lead the team in IPL 2025, despite having no previous captaincy experience.

Ton-up Russell rings the iconic bell to mark special occasion

Ton-up Russell rings the iconic bell to mark special occasion

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

Playing in his 100th match for the Kolkata Knight Riders, birthday boy Andre Russell rung the iconic bell at the Eden Gardens.

Look back at 2014! CEO's advice to wounded KKR

Look back at 2014! CEO's advice to wounded KKR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Venky Mysore backs 'resilient' KKR, recalls 2014 record run

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The batters who will be salivating at the prospect of breaching the 300-mark when IPL 2025 gets under way on Saturday.

Eden match: Dalmiya requests ICC for extension

Eden match: Dalmiya requests ICC for extension

Rediff.com28 Jan 2011

Local organisers have made a last-ditch effort to have Kolkata's Eden Gardens reinstated as the venue for the high-profile India v England World Cup match.

IPL 2024: KKR-RR, GT-DC matches rescheduled

IPL 2024: KKR-RR, GT-DC matches rescheduled

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Kolkata Knight Riders' home IPL game against Rajasthan Royals was on Tuesday advanced by a day to April 16

Pooran Becomes LSG's Real Boss!

Pooran Becomes LSG's Real Boss!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Nicholas Pooran is not just in form -- he's in a league of his own.

Grateful Suyash on how RCB helped fast-track recovery

Grateful Suyash on how RCB helped fast-track recovery

Rediff.com1 May 2025

I had three hernias, but surgery in London helped me play in this IPL: RCB's Suyash Sharma

'Can't ignore my Rs 23.75 Cr price tag'

'Can't ignore my Rs 23.75 Cr price tag'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder and vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer acknowledged the scrutiny surrounding his Rs 23.75 crore price tag but emphasized his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities rather than succumbing to the pressure. Iyer, who was retained by KKR through the Right to Match (RTM) card, believes that once the IPL begins, the numbers will cease to matter.

Fans run riot outside Eden after KKR felicitation

Fans run riot outside Eden after KKR felicitation

Rediff.com29 May 2012

There was chaos outside the Eden Gardens after an hour-long felicitation function of IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday, as cricket fans broke barricades and engaged in scuffles with the police in a bid to enter the ground.

K L Rahul's Ranji Return Ends in Disappointment

K L Rahul's Ranji Return Ends in Disappointment

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

K L Rahul's much-anticipated return to Ranji Trophy lasted a mere 37 balls as the India opener was dismissed for 26, leaving Karnataka at 267/5 against Haryana.

Hayden sees 'something special' about RCB this year

Hayden sees 'something special' about RCB this year

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Australia great Matthew Hayden hailed the selection of Krunal Pandya as a "smart pick" for the Royal Challengers Bangalore camp in this IPL season, adding that there is "something special" about the squad this year.

Patidar opens up on captaining Kohli

Patidar opens up on captaining Kohli

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Patidar made a bright beginning to his stint as RCB captain, leading his side to a seven-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in the opening game of the IPL 2025 in Kolkata on Saturday.

England must apply pressure to level series: Brook

England must apply pressure to level series: Brook

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Harry Brook said that England's batters will look to apply constant pressure on India's bowlers during the second T20I in Chennai on Saturday.

Eden to have 20,000 spectators for 3rd T20I vs Windies

Eden to have 20,000 spectators for 3rd T20I vs Windies

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

The Board of Control for Cricket in India will allow 20,000 spectators, mostly ticket-holding members of Cricket Association of Bengal, to watch the third and final T20I between India and the West Indies on October 20.

'Bowlers Who Took 10 Wickets Won't Trouble You'

'Bowlers Who Took 10 Wickets Won't Trouble You'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'Now the spin that will come will be Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra and Ajaz Patel. You should back yourselves.'

Abhishek engineers India's quickest chase in...

Abhishek engineers India's quickest chase in...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

With his repertoire of shots, he reeled away five fours and a whopping eight maximums while striking at 232.35.

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

It was raining sixes and fours at the Eden Gardens before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was called off due heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Eden to host opening Sri Lanka Test

Eden to host opening Sri Lanka Test

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

Kolkata's Eden Gardens will host the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, starting November 16, which also will be the island nation's first five-day game at the iconic ground.

Eden match: BCCI likely to appeal to ICC

Eden match: BCCI likely to appeal to ICC

Rediff.com28 Jan 2011

The Indian Cricket Board is contemplating to ask the International Cricket Council to reconsider its decision of taking away the India-England World Cup match from the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Eden pitch under scanner ahead of KKR-Kochi tie

Eden pitch under scanner ahead of KKR-Kochi tie

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

All eyes will be on the Eden Gardens strip when Kolkata Knight Riders take on Kochi Tuskers Kerala in their Indian Premier League Twenty20 match in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Lot of concern in the CSK batting line-up: Pujara

Lot of concern in the CSK batting line-up: Pujara

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara elieves that a shift in playing philosophy is the need of the hour for CSK even if it means scoring at a quicker clip.

'Chilled and relaxed': Teammates defend Pant

'Chilled and relaxed': Teammates defend Pant

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Lucknow Super Giants spin bowling all-rounder Shahbaz Ahmed has expressed confidence in captain Rishabh Pant despite his poor form in IPL 2025, saying the "chilled and relaxed" skipper will come good in crunch moments.

Pathaan SRK Steals The Show!

Pathaan SRK Steals The Show!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

It was a festive occasion at the Eden Gardens with Shahrukh Khan cheering on the Kolkata Knight Riders during their first home game of the season.

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Sanju Samson fractures index finger, out of action for five to six weeks

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

One cycle refers to three seasons between mega auctions, meaning Russell is aiming to stay with KKR well into his 40s if form and fitness permit.

Sachin's Eden send-off: Llong... and the short of it!

Sachin's Eden send-off: Llong... and the short of it!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Umpire Nigel Llong inadvertently had a role to play in two key moments of the legend's last Test appearance at the Eden Gardens. The second, says Bikash Mohapatra, will ensure he won't be a popular figure in India for some time to come.

Tendulkar, Ganguly laud Kuldeep's 'trick' at Eden

Tendulkar, Ganguly laud Kuldeep's 'trick' at Eden

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly led the applause for Kuldeep Yadav after his match-winning hat-trick against Australia in the second One-Day International at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

IPL 2025: Defending champs KKR to face RCB in season opener

IPL 2025: Defending champs KKR to face RCB in season opener

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

The 18th edition of the prestigious tournament will commence on March 22, 2025 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata and the Final will be played on May 25, 2025 at the same iconic venue.

'Yet to get official nod from ICC for Eden ties'

'Yet to get official nod from ICC for Eden ties'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

Cricket Association of Bengal president Jagmohan Dalmiya on Tuesday said he is waiting for an official communication after ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat said the Eden Gardens will 'in all likelihood' host the three World Cup matches next month.

'It wasn't injustice': Saha on Team India ouster

'It wasn't injustice': Saha on Team India ouster

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Wriddhiman Saha acknowledged that his axing from the national side under Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure in 2022.

Pak pacers sweat it out in the nets at Eden

Pak pacers sweat it out in the nets at Eden

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Pakistan's speed merchants Mohammed Irfan, Junaid Khan and senior pro Umar Gul went full throttle at the team's nets session on Tuesday as they bowled aiming at one stump under watchful eyes of bowling coach Mohammed Akram.

Will India extend its 13-year unbeaten run at Eden?

Will India extend its 13-year unbeaten run at Eden?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

History, and the crowd, will be behind India in the third Test against England, says Bikash Mohapatra, when they set out on Wednesday to regain lost pride and extend their 13-year unbeaten run at the Eden Gardens.

CAB has no role in ticket row for Ind-SA tie: Sourav Ganguly

CAB has no role in ticket row for Ind-SA tie: Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com3 Nov 2023

The lowest price of the India-South Africa tickets is of Rs 900 which are being sold for around Rs 5000 in the black market.

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be aiming to break their losing streak when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. CSK are currently ninth in the standings with one win and four losses, while KKR are in sixth position with two wins and three defeats. The home team will be hoping to turn around their fortunes at Chepauk, which has not been as advantageous this season as it has been in the past. CSK will need to adapt to the changed conditions and rely on their spinners to perform well at a venue where they have traditionally dominated. Meanwhile, KKR will be looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Lucknow Super Giants and secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

MCG records highest attendance ever!

MCG records highest attendance ever!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The all-time attendance record at the Melbourne Cricket Ground was smashed on Monday when the total attendance for the fourth Test touched an unprecedented 350,700.