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Captain Krunal lauds LSG's fighting spirit: 'We never gave up'

Captain Krunal lauds LSG's fighting spirit: 'We never gave up'

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Lucknow Super Giants captain Krunal Pandya lauded his side's fighting spirit after their thrilling one-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders that took them to the IPL play-offs on Saturday.

Can RR beat KKR, end losing run and secure No 2 spot?

Can RR beat KKR, end losing run and secure No 2 spot?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Rajasthan Royals will be desperate to snap their four-match losing streak and finish in the top two when they meet table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in an important IPL match in Guwahati on Sunday.

Under fire Babar says it's 'easy to give advice on TV'

Under fire Babar says it's 'easy to give advice on TV'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Pakistan's Babar Azam does not think the burden of captaincy has affected his batting at the World Cup and is not losing sleep over whether he will keep the job after the showpiece event.

I have to show that I deserve this chance: Gill

I have to show that I deserve this chance: Gill

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Excited about his much-anticipated T20 International debut in the upcoming tour of New Zealand, young opener Shubman Gill wants to show that he belongs at the top level.

IPL 2022 play-offs in Ahmedabad, Kolkata: BCCI

IPL 2022 play-offs in Ahmedabad, Kolkata: BCCI

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said Kolkata and Ahmedabad will host the IPL 2022 play-off matches, while the three-team Women's challenger T20 tournament will be held in Lucknow from May 24th to 28th.

'Venkatesh Iyer's positivity rubbed off on me'

'Venkatesh Iyer's positivity rubbed off on me'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

'I think the situation was perfect and I just needed to raise my hand and bail the side out. It happened and I'm very happy to be on the winning side.'

IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad eye first win

IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad eye first win

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Mumbai Indians will aim to land the killer punch after fluffing an easy run-chase in their opener when they meet a dangerous Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

With run-rate on mind, 'grateful' Jaiswal makes quick work of KKR total

With run-rate on mind, 'grateful' Jaiswal makes quick work of KKR total

Rediff.com11 May 2023

'The winning shot was a great feeling, I wanted to finish the game and winning the game has been my motto. I'm blessed and grateful, I'm trying my best.'

Crucial to have a clear plan against Russell: Boult

Crucial to have a clear plan against Russell: Boult

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Speaking on Rajasthan Royals' current form, the bowler said, "We have had some great games. I always believe it (T20) is a momentum game, it is time to flip that momentum."

'Ramandeep's innings set up the platform for Russell'

'Ramandeep's innings set up the platform for Russell'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Kolkata Knight Riders batter Ramandeep Singh's innings may have gone unnoticed in front of Andre Russell's six-hitting spree, but Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori feels the 35-run cameo set the stage for the Jamaican's explosive match-winning knock.

KKR vs SRH: The Best Bowlers!

KKR vs SRH: The Best Bowlers!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

A look at the best bowling performances in the KKR vs SRH match:

Tiwary hails DRS use for Bengal-Saurashtra Ranji final

Tiwary hails DRS use for Bengal-Saurashtra Ranji final

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

This is the first time DRS will be implemented in a Ranji Trophy final and both teams will get three reviews in each innings. This comes after last season's final between Madhya Pradesh and Mumbai was mired in controversy.

Dinesh Karthik will put his best foot forward for KKR

Dinesh Karthik will put his best foot forward for KKR

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

KKR will start their campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 24 at the Eden Gardens.

Here's why Kuldeep has been left out of KKR's last two matches

Here's why Kuldeep has been left out of KKR's last two matches

Rediff.com3 May 2019

KKR's decision to drop Kuldeep from the playing XI in the last two matches of KKR against Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians made many heads turn

Why this bat is so special to Azharuddin

Why this bat is so special to Azharuddin

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Mohammad Azharuddin revealed one of his dearest possessions -- the cricket bat with which he scored a world record three centuries in his first three Test matches.

Red-hot KKR look to seal playoff berth; MI seek to salvage pride

Red-hot KKR look to seal playoff berth; MI seek to salvage pride

Rediff.com10 May 2024

In red-hot form, two-time former champions Kolkata Knight Riders will look to seal an IPL playoff berth for the first time in three years when they take on the struggling Mumbai Indians in their final home match of the season, in Kolkata on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Kolkata says 'Thank-you, Sachin' with 199 balloons

PHOTOS: Kolkata says 'Thank-you, Sachin' with 199 balloons

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Kolkata floated 199 bunches of balloons in the air to greet batting great Sachin Tendulkar at the Eden Gardens, as he played the 199th and penultimate Test match of his career at the iconic ground.

Ganguly files nomination for second stint as CAB chief

Ganguly files nomination for second stint as CAB chief

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

The former India captain was the president from 2015 to 2019 before moving to the BCCI. The CAB polls are scheduled to be held on October 31.

'Stay humble': Russell's advice to 'brother' Rinku

'Stay humble': Russell's advice to 'brother' Rinku

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Kolkata Knight Riders' premier all-rounder Andre Russell is happy that Rinku Singh has become the team's latest heartthrob.

Kohli's 49th ton quest resumes where it all started

Kohli's 49th ton quest resumes where it all started

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Who knows the world record equalling 49th hundred might just happen at the same venue where it all started.

Conflict of Interest: Complaints against Sourav Ganguly

Conflict of Interest: Complaints against Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

India Ombudsman DK Jain has received two complains that Sourav Ganguly will be 'conflicted' if he performs his role as Delhi Capitals' advisor

IPL PICS: Russell runs riot again as Kolkata beat Punjab

IPL PICS: Russell runs riot again as Kolkata beat Punjab

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Andre Russell's second consecutive blistering knock made all the difference as Kolkata Knight Riders beat Kings XI Punjab by 28 runs in the IPL match IN Kolkata on Wednesday. The Jamacian, who hit a sensational 19-ball 49 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in KKR's previous match, bludgeoned his way to a 17-ball 48 to propel the home side to a massive 218 for 4 after being sent in to bat.

Hosts Kolkata Knight Riders wary of resurgent Delhi Capitals

Hosts Kolkata Knight Riders wary of resurgent Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

A resurgent Delhi Capitals will look to exploit Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling vulnerabilities and ascend to top-four in the table during their Indian Premier League match in Kolkata on Monday.

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Siraj, who played a vital role in India's win in the opening ODI at Guwahati taking two wickets, said during the innings break on Thursday that Rahul noticed that the ball had stopped doing its bit after only the first over and that a new strategy would have to be employed against the experienced batting order.

Chahar sustains hamstring pull, may miss SL series

Chahar sustains hamstring pull, may miss SL series

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

Deepak Chahar, who was in fine rhythm and got two early wickets, was seen hobbling up in his run-up for the last delivery of his second over and limping off the field.

PHOTOS: India crush New Zealand to reclaim top ranking

PHOTOS: India crush New Zealand to reclaim top ranking

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

India crushed New Zealand by 178 runs in the second Test on Monday to clinch the three-match series and reclaim top spot in the world rankings from Pakistan.

CAB wants Tendulkar's photo on 199th Test match ticket

CAB wants Tendulkar's photo on 199th Test match ticket

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

The Cricket Association of Bengal will seek permission from the Board of Control for Cricket in India to have a photograph of Sachin Tendulkar on the ticket for the legendary batsman's 199th Test, which will be staged in Kolkata.

Stats: The rise of Rahane and Pujara vs New Zealand

Stats: The rise of Rahane and Pujara vs New Zealand

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

Check out the statistical highlights on Day 1 of the second Test between India and New Zealand.

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday.

'Sourav Ganguly has been one of the greatest captains of India'

'Sourav Ganguly has been one of the greatest captains of India'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

Former India captain and chief selector K Srikkanth has hoped that some of the Cricket Association of Bengal's annual awardees would make the cut and lead India like Sourav Ganguly.

Iyer elated after KKR pull off tense win over RCB

Iyer elated after KKR pull off tense win over RCB

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that it is "tough to stay calm" in nail-biting matches like as their one-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, in Kolkata on Sunday, but was a relieved man after the team garner two crucial points.

IPL auction: Harbhajan, Yuvraj, Gambhir's last chance to impress

IPL auction: Harbhajan, Yuvraj, Gambhir's last chance to impress

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

India's old warhorses like Gautam Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh will look to impress the Indian Premier League franchises when they take the field in the Super League stage of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament, starting in Kolkata, on Sunday.

Pujara, third Indian to bat on all 5 days of a Test

Pujara, third Indian to bat on all 5 days of a Test

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

The 29-year-old, who entered an exclusive club on Day 5 of the ongoing Test, came in to bat at the crease after opener KL Rahul was dismissed off the first delivery of the match on the opening day.

Four India players contract COVID ahead of Windies series

Four India players contract COVID ahead of Windies series

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

Opener Mayank Agarwal has been added to the squad.

PIX: Windies touch down in Ahmedabad

PIX: Windies touch down in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Having got the better of England in a T20I series at home, a confident West Indies team arrived in Ahmedabad on Wednesday morning for its upcoming limited overs series against India.

'In our time, the word was - lose even to Kenya but not to Pakistan'

'In our time, the word was - lose even to Kenya but not to Pakistan'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

India are set to play Pakistan in the Asia Cup and the World Cup in the coming two months, and legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble said that the key will be to take it as just another game.

Determined Akash Deep is learning the ropes at RCB

Determined Akash Deep is learning the ropes at RCB

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

As for the home side, Kolkata Knight Riders' quality might appear thin on paper in absence of their captain Shreyas Iyer and Shakib Al Hasan, but coach Chandrakant Pandit firmly backed the team to do well.

England's David Willey quits with 'deep regret'

England's David Willey quits with 'deep regret'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

England's David Willey took the decision to quit international cricket with "deep regret", the seamer said after his team's consolation victory over Pakistan at the World Cup on Saturday.

What Brought About South Africa's Downfall

What Brought About South Africa's Downfall

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

A place in the ICC ODI World Cup final once again eluded the South Africans as they went down to Australia by three wickets.

KKR Vs RR: Pick Your Best Batter

KKR Vs RR: Pick Your Best Batter

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Buttler or Narine? Who would you vote for?