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Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Here's a roundup of all Ranji Trophy matches played on Day 1 on Wednesday.

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A look at India's narrowest victories by run margin -- games that tested nerves, showcased grit, and etched unforgettable drama into Test history.

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.

New CAB chief Ganguly promises Eden makeover for World T20

New CAB chief Ganguly promises Eden makeover for World T20

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly began his new innings as Cricket Association of Bengal president on Thursday with a pledge to make Eden Gardens the best place within three months time.

Rain halts play at Eden

Rain halts play at Eden

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Sri Lanka were 102 for 3 when rain interrupted play in the first One-Day International against India at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday.

Dhoni, Laxman tons light up Eden

Dhoni, Laxman tons light up Eden

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

VVS Laxman and Mahendra Singh Dhoni hit centuries in a record partnership before India declared their first innings on 643 for six on day three of the second and final Test against South Africa, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Tuesday.

Mamata, Hasina to ring Eden Bell at D/N Test

Mamata, Hasina to ring Eden Bell at D/N Test

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

India and Bangladesh will be playing their first ever pink ball Test at the Eden and Hasina will be among a starry gathering which will also include West Bengal governor Jagdeep Dhankar.

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.

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.

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'...Shreyas is a young leader and if you look at him, he goes to each and every player, not only the squad player, he goes to even the net bowler, talks to them.'

Kohli Gets A Gold Bat For Birthday!

Kohli Gets A Gold Bat For Birthday!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The inscription on the bat read: 'Happy Birthday, Virat. You are a symbol of dedication and a living proof that age is just a number.'

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

Captain Dhoni unhappy with Eden wicket

Captain Dhoni unhappy with Eden wicket

Rediff.com13 Feb 2010

It is the Eden Gardens pitch that seems to be giving the Indian team more headaches than their team line-up or the opposition.

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.

Smith eyeing victory at Eden

Smith eyeing victory at Eden

Rediff.com27 Nov 2004

The South Africa captain said his team would not start the second Test match with a draw in mind.

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.

Eden Test: Sachin's 199th... and little else

Eden Test: Sachin's 199th... and little else

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

The hoopla surrounding Sachin Tendulkar's farewell, says Bikash Mohapatra, has completely camouflaged what could be a mismatch series, as the West Indies team neither has the pedigree nor players to get past M S Dhon's side.

Sunrisers, Knight Riders playing for pride, not points

Sunrisers, Knight Riders playing for pride, not points

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders will have little motivation left when they take on also ousted Sunrisers Hyderabad in an inconsequential IPL game in New Delhi on Sunday.

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A look back at a few memorable showdowns in the last decade and half that had the quintessential crests and troughs of Test cricket.

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.

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

Hope Tendulkar gets a ton at Eden: Ganguly

Hope Tendulkar gets a ton at Eden: Ganguly

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

Facing criticism for his prolonged form slump, Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar got some words of encouragement from his former captain and opening partner Sourav Ganguly ahead of the third cricket Test against England starting on December 5.

'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.

Eden pitch lacks turn and bounce: Dhoni

Eden pitch lacks turn and bounce: Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

The Eden Gardens track once again drew criticism from Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni for being too flat without any turn and bounce as the home side struggled to bowl out West Indies in their second innings before coasting to a series-clinching victory, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

KKR Mentor Gautam Gambhir was all ears as Virat Kohli did all the talking.

PHOTOS: Rohit's debut century hoists India at Eden

PHOTOS: Rohit's debut century hoists India at Eden

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Images from Day 2 of the first Test match between India and West Indies, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

'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.

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

India's next gen light up Ranji Trophy Day 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vimal Khumar and Pradosh Ranjan Paul struck massive hundreds as Tamil Nadu piled up 399 for two against Nagaland on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match in Dimapur on Saturday.

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

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.

IN PHOTOS: Rohit Sharma sets Eden ablaze!

IN PHOTOS: Rohit Sharma sets Eden ablaze!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Rohit Sharma registered the highest score in One-Day Internationals and also became the first in the history of cricket to hit two double centuries in the 50-overs' format in the fourth ODI against Sri Lanka, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

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.

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.

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.

Smith sustains finger injury ahead of Eden Test

Smith sustains finger injury ahead of Eden Test

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

South Africa captain Graeme Smith's participation in the second and final Test in Kolkata is in doubt after he injured his finger during training at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Friday. Smith was undergoing catching practice in the morning when he hurt his little finger on the left hand. He was immediately rushed to a local hospital.

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.

Cummins breaks silence on Wankhede pitch drama

Cummins breaks silence on Wankhede pitch drama

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The report also claimed that if India make the final in Ahmedabad, a slow pitch is expected at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera.

BCCI: Not possible to host all cup finals in Mumbai

BCCI: Not possible to host all cup finals in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has responded to Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray's call to keep World Cup finals in Mumbai.

'People would stop asking me about Eden track'

'People would stop asking me about Eden track'

Rediff.com12 May 2012

Outplayed by Rohit Sharma's unbeaten century, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir today hoped that people would stop criticising the wicket at Eden Gardens as Mumbai Indians' batsman dominated with ease that laid the platform for their 27-run win in the IPL, in Kolkata.

Resurgent Bangalore to take on Kolkata at Eden

Resurgent Bangalore to take on Kolkata at Eden

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

A cracker of a contest is on the cards when a resurgent Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Kolkata Knight Riders in their return leg Indian Premier League fixture at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.