News for 'Eden Gardens'

Team India camp shifted to Eden

Team India camp shifted to Eden

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

The camp was scheduled at the Calcutta Cricket and Football Club, with the Eden Gardens slated to host the Bengal-Hyderabad Ranji Trophy match.

IPL 2025 PIX: Clinical Gujarat Titans rout KKR to stay top of IPL

IPL 2025 PIX: Clinical Gujarat Titans rout KKR to stay top of IPL

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Gujarat Titans handed defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders an emphatic 39-run loss in the IPL 2025 match in Kolkata on Monday.

Four blocks of Eden named after war veterans

Four blocks of Eden named after war veterans

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

The name plates of Lieutenant Colonel Dhan Singh Thapa, Colonel N J Nair, Havildar Hangpan Dada and Subedar Joginder Singh were unveiled at a ceremony in Kolkata.

Hazlewood repays RCB's faith with solid display

Hazlewood repays RCB's faith with solid display

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Josh Hazlewood showed exactly why Royal Challengers Bengaluru splashed the cash for his services as the refreshed Australian seamer produced suffocating spells to help his team secure an opening victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Dhoni takes 'ad break', checks Eden strip ahead of Lanka Test

Dhoni takes 'ad break', checks Eden strip ahead of Lanka Test

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Retired, former Test cricketer Dhoni was in the city for a commercial shoot with another former skipper Kapil Dev.

Eden wicket challenging for batsmen: Gilchrist

Eden wicket challenging for batsmen: Gilchrist

Rediff.com1 May 2011

Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist maintained that the Eden Gardens wicket is a difficult one to bat on even though his Kolkata Knight Riders counterpart blamed the visiting side's loss in the IPL clash to poor batting.

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Rohit, Dravid will find way to succeed: Ganguly on ICC World Cup 2023

Kotla to host IPL Eliminator, second Qualifier instead of Eden

Kotla to host IPL Eliminator, second Qualifier instead of Eden

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Visakhapatnam to be common main venue for Mumbai Indians and Rising Pune Supergiants, while Kings XI Punjab to play all their home matches at Mohali.

Eden pitch under scanner for Indo-Windies Test

Eden pitch under scanner for Indo-Windies Test

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Less than a fortnight after it was criticised by Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni as an 'ugly' wicket, the Eden Gardens strip is back in focus again.

Eden match: Dalmiya meets Bengal CM for help

Eden match: Dalmiya meets Bengal CM for help

Rediff.com29 Jan 2011

In his desperate bid to bring back the India-England World Cup match to Eden Gardens, Cricket Association of Bengal chief Jagmohan Dalmiya on Saturday called on Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, though authorities in Kolkata denied taking any political help.

Ramandeep reveals why KKR's aggressive strategy failed

Ramandeep reveals why KKR's aggressive strategy failed

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

He also shed some light on backing the team's aggressive approach with the bat, while emphasising that they can take learnings from this performance.

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Injuries in the squad prevented England from training ahead of the last two One-Day Internationals against India, coach Brendon McCullum said.

PHOTOS: SRK, Parineeti watch at Eden as KKR are thrashed by RCB

PHOTOS: SRK, Parineeti watch at Eden as KKR are thrashed by RCB

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Even Bollywood superstar and co-owner Shah Rukh Khan's presence could not inspire Kolkata Knight Riders, who were outclassed by Royal Challengers Bangalore by nine wickets, in the Indian Premier League match, in Kolkata, on Monday.

'KKR need to get their basics right'

'KKR need to get their basics right'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

T20 cricket is largely about explosive batting, but Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Dwayne Bravo reminded his batters on Wednesday that staying aggressive all the time is "not cricket" if the basics are ignored.

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Ajinkya Rahane hits 159 in Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A round-up of Sunday's action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group stage matches.

Eden faces security test

Eden faces security test

Rediff.com15 Mar 2005

Eden pitch not difficult: Gambhir

Eden pitch not difficult: Gambhir

Rediff.com1 May 2011

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir took a dig at Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist for his comments that the Eden Gardens pitch is a difficult one, saying that the visiting side lost the IPL match as they did not bat well.

Kapil lashes at BCCI for Eden fiasco

Kapil lashes at BCCI for Eden fiasco

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

Captain of Indian World Cup winning team Kapil Dev tonight criticised the BCCI for Eden Gardens not being able to host World Cup matches involving India.

'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.'

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The 33-year-old proved his worth in the penultimate over as MI chased 203 and conceded just seven runs against hard-hitting batters Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma.

'Eden can host a match even tomorrow'

'Eden can host a match even tomorrow'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2011

A new look Eden Gardens was inspected by a three-member ICC team on Monday, in what appeared to be a final visit before it gives its verdict on the remaining three World Cup matches, scheduled at the historic venue on March 15, 18 and 20.

Laxman-Eden love affair continues

Laxman-Eden love affair continues

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

Playing at Eden Gardens is a great feeling, and getting 1000 runs at the venue will always remain special," said the ace batsman, after his fluent knock of 143 helped India pile a mammoth 643 for six declared in their first innings on Day 3 of the second Test against South Africa.

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

While it's a do-or-die game for KKR, who must win all their remaining three matches to stay in playoffs contention, the match will be more about celebrating Dhoni's legacy than the result.

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad which hosted the ODI World Cup final between India and Australia on November 19 has been rated "average" by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Play-off berth sealed, KKR's winning mantra revealed!

Play-off berth sealed, KKR's winning mantra revealed!

Rediff.com12 May 2024

The key to Kolkata Knight Riders success this season lies in their players' newfound ability to support each other through highs and lows, something that was "missing" over the past two years, feels the team's vice-captain Nitish Rana.

India's 'testing' times at Eden

India's 'testing' times at Eden

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

The Eden Gardens has always been a mixed bag for Team India. A look at some memorable Tests at the Eden Gardens.

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The series in Australia could well be Rohit's last in India Blues. But Kohli, given his high fitness standards, could play on until the 2027 World Cup.

Why are LSG wearing green and maroon jersey vs KKR?

Why are LSG wearing green and maroon jersey vs KKR?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

LSG players are donning green and maroon jersey, inspired by Kolkata football giants Mohun Bagan.

BJP welcomes renaming of Mughal Gardens; focus on inflation, says Oppn

BJP welcomes renaming of Mughal Gardens; focus on inflation, says Oppn

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

'Who knows, they might now want to rename the Eden Gardens and call it Modi Gardens!'

Rain brings pain at Eden

Rain brings pain at Eden

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Unseasonal showers forced the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka to be abandoned after 18.2 overs.

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Dhoni skips practice again but CSK bowling coach says he is 'fine' and 'will play'

With Test ending early, Eden invitee Lara takes Kolkata tour

With Test ending early, Eden invitee Lara takes Kolkata tour

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

West Indian batting legend Brian Lara, on Sunday, lamented that he never played a Test match at the historic Eden Gardens and suggested that Cricket Association of Bengal officials organise a veterans' match at the venue, and, that, it should including Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly.

Even Ganguly was denied preference of track at Eden

Even Ganguly was denied preference of track at Eden

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

If former India captain and local hero Sourav Ganguly is to be believed, Prabir Mukherjee's negative response to M S Dhoni's demand for a turning track wasn't exactly unexpected.

'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.

No sympathy for Brook! Moeen Ali backs BCCI's ban

No sympathy for Brook! Moeen Ali backs BCCI's ban

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali has defended the BCCI's decision to impose a two-year ban on Harry Brook for withdrawing from the IPL.

Conspiracy behind Eden match shift: Dalmiya

Conspiracy behind Eden match shift: Dalmiya

Rediff.com25 Feb 2011

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Jagmohan Dalmiya on Thursday accused the ICC of conspiring against him when the world body shifted the IndiaEngland World Cup match from Eden Gardens.

KKR sweat over form of overseas keeper-batters

KKR sweat over form of overseas keeper-batters

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The poor form of Afghanistan's keeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has become a cause for concern for Kolkata Knight Riders

Eden was our main venue: Harbhajan

Eden was our main venue: Harbhajan

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

With Eden Gardens no longer hosting a World Cup match featuring India, off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said he is really disappointed that they would not be able to bowl at the historic venue to the roar of spectators, which makes the ground really special.

Vaibhav, Varun Or Harshit? Vote!

Vaibhav, Varun Or Harshit? Vote!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Which bowler impressed you most in the KKR-SRH game on Thursday?