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Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra shine as New Zealand knock Sri Lanka out of T20 WC

Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra shine as New Zealand knock Sri Lanka out of T20 WC

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Mitchell Santner's all-round showing helped New Zealand recover from a poor start to crush Sri Lanka by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup Super 8s,

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Defending champions RCB head into IPL 2026 with a balanced squad, strong batting core and pace attack, aiming for back-to-back titles after their historic 2025 triumph.

Kane At The Double As Bayern Tighten Bundesliga Grip

Kane At The Double As Bayern Tighten Bundesliga Grip

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Harry Kane scores twice as Bayern Munich beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2 to go nine points clear in the Bundesliga; Monaco stun Lens in Ligue 1.

Pakistan players set to be fined after T20 World Cup exit

Pakistan players set to be fined after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering financial penalties for players following the team's disappointing performance and early exit from the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan Super League grapples with player withdrawals amid IPL lure

Pakistan Super League grapples with player withdrawals amid IPL lure

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing logistical and contractual challenges as several overseas players withdraw to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which offers more lucrative contracts. The PCB is considering actions against players breaching contracts but fears deterring future talent.

T20 World Cup: Ex-cricketers call for radical decisions after Pakistan's poor show

T20 World Cup: Ex-cricketers call for radical decisions after Pakistan's poor show

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Pakistan's cricket fraternity expresses disappointment over the national team's performance in the T20 World Cup, with former players calling for radical decisions and criticizing player selection and performance.

Uncertain future for Italy's cricketers despite T20 World Cup heroics

Uncertain future for Italy's cricketers despite T20 World Cup heroics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Stand-in captain Harry Manenti expressed frustration over Italy's lack of regular cricket opportunities after their T20 World Cup debut, highlighting the risk of stalled progress for Associate nations.

'Believe in him': Kapil backs Abhishek for T20 World Cup final

'Believe in him': Kapil backs Abhishek for T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Kapil Dev believes the Indian team management should continue to support Abhishek Sharma for the T20 World Cup final, despite his inconsistent performance in the tournament. He also praised Bumrah and Samson for their key contributions.

Markram, Maharaj set up SA's big win over England

Markram, Maharaj set up SA's big win over England

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Keshav Maharaj took 4/22 as South Africa thrashed a woeful England side by seven wickets after dismissing the hosts for just 131 runs in the first One-Day International.

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has pointed out the real chink in the armour for Gujarat Titans ahead of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), highlighting the Shubman Gill-led side's heavy dependence on their top-order and the poor form of star batter Jos Buttler.

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

South Africa won't dwell on T20 World Cup exit, Markram says

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A review of the key contributions from each player in India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting individual brilliance and teamwork.

T20 World Cup: Nepal's Fearless Cricket Won Hearts

T20 World Cup: Nepal's Fearless Cricket Won Hearts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

One marvelled at the freedom with which the Nepal batters played. They trusted their strokes, ran hard between the wickets, and refused to be overawed.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

T20 World Cup: 'Shivam Dube's two boundaries are as important as Sanju Samson's 97': Gambhir

T20 World Cup: 'Shivam Dube's two boundaries are as important as Sanju Samson's 97': Gambhir

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

For Gautam Gambhir, the essence of team sport is acknowledgement of every contribution big or small, which according to him was missing in Indian cricket for long.

England captain Stokes 'blown away' by Test win at Trent Bridge

England captain Stokes 'blown away' by Test win at Trent Bridge

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Stokes said the victory 'blows away' his other memorable moments in an England shirt

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Riyan Parag says Sanju Samson is irreplaceable as Rajasthan Royals reshape squad with Jadeja and Curran ahead of IPL 2026.

J&K's Nabi Impresses Ganguly: National call-up looms?

J&K's Nabi Impresses Ganguly: National call-up looms?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly lauded Jammu and Kashmir's performance in the Ranji Trophy, particularly highlighting pacer Auqib Nabi's potential for national representation.

T20 World Cup Semi-Final, South Africa Vs New Zealand: Markram's Firepower Vs Santner's Spin Mastery

T20 World Cup Semi-Final, South Africa Vs New Zealand: Markram's Firepower Vs Santner's Spin Mastery

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Aiden Markram and Mitchell Santner's individual performances could potentially decide the outcome of the T20 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

Win first Test or lose Ashes again: Broad warns England

Win first Test or lose Ashes again: Broad warns England

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

England must look to stamp their authority on the Ashes series in Australia early or risk succumbing to yet another defeat Down Under, former England bowler Stuart Broad has warned.

England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Their last eight Tests in Perth have all been defeats, with the most recent setback a bitter innings and 41-run capitulation in 2017 that saw Joe Root's team surrender the urn.

IPL 2026: Can SRH Turn Flamboyance Into Performance?

IPL 2026: Can SRH Turn Flamboyance Into Performance?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

If SRH's batting unit fires consistently and the bowlers find rhythm, they have the potential to challenge for the playoffs.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Mitchell Santner's captain's knock and Rachin Ravindra's bowling brilliance led New Zealand to a 61-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup, pushing them closer to the semifinals.

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan No. 2, chasing Abhishek

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan No. 2, chasing Abhishek

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Ishan Kishan's impressive performance in the T20 World Cup has propelled him to a career-high second position in the ICC T20I batting rankings, while Rashid Khan overtakes Varun Chakravarthy to become the top-ranked bowler.

Beckham steps down as England captain

Beckham steps down as England captain

Rediff.com2 Jul 2006

David Beckham quit as England captain after six years in the job in the wake of their QF defeat by Portugal

Women's World Cup: Knight guides England to nervy win over Bangladesh

Women's World Cup: Knight guides England to nervy win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Former captain Heather Knight guided England to a four-wicket win over a spirited Bangladesh in the Women's World Cup on Tuesday.

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja said he was delighted to end his Test career with a victory in the fifth and final Ashes Test against England at Sydney on Thursday.

No surprises in England team for 2nd Test vs India

No surprises in England team for 2nd Test vs India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

England go unchanged at Edgbaston

Dropped Konstas gets chance in PM's XI vs England

Dropped Konstas gets chance in PM's XI vs England

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Dropped Australia opener Sam Konstas will face England in a two-day tour match between the first and second Ashes Tests as part of the Prime Minister's XI squad.

'Celebrate a little but final on Sunday': NZ star Allen

'Celebrate a little but final on Sunday': NZ star Allen

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Finn Allen's explosive century guided New Zealand to a dominant victory over South Africa, securing their place in the T20 World Cup final.

Former England captain Tony Greig dies

Former England captain Tony Greig dies

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Former England cricket captain and noted commentator Tony Greig has passed away on Saturday. The 66-year former cricket was suffering from lung cancer.

Starc's Sensational Seven Stuns England on Day One

Starc's Sensational Seven Stuns England on Day One

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Taking his 17th Test five-wicket haul, he finished with 7 for 58 off 12.5 overs.

Waugh Tips Jaiswal To Be Next Test Great!

Waugh Tips Jaiswal To Be Next Test Great!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'At 24 years of age, he's already scored a double hundred and averages just under 50. There's something special about this kid.'

England get Moeen Ali's expertise ahead of 2nd Test

England get Moeen Ali's expertise ahead of 2nd Test

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Head coach Brendon McCullum and spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel were seen having a long conversation with Ali.

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Nepal will aim to secure their first T20 World Cup win against debutants Italy in a Group C match, following a narrow defeat to England. The match is scheduled for Thursday.

WPL: RCB chase final spot, UPW fight to stay alive

WPL: RCB chase final spot, UPW fight to stay alive

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to make amends with the bat after two consecutive defeats and lock their berth in the final when they take on a depleted UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League in Vadodara

Gerrard would be perfect England captain: Rooney

Gerrard would be perfect England captain: Rooney

Rediff.com12 Feb 2012

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has put aside club rivalry by stating that Liverpool's Steven Gerrard would be the best man to lead England at Euro 2012.

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Ajit Agarkar's tenure as India's chief selector has been defined by bold decisions, tough calls and India reaching multiple ICC finals during his three-year stint.

Can pace depth end England's Ashes drought Down Under?

Can pace depth end England's Ashes drought Down Under?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

England 'quietly confident' heading into Ashes series, says Wood

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Pink-Ball Test: Aus Crush England by 8 Wkts to Take 2-0 Lead

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Australia stormed to an eight-wicket victory in the second Ashes Test on Sunday to take a 2-0 series lead as England succumbed on day four to a pace blitz from unlikely hero Michael Neser.