News for 'England Legends'

Dravid doesn't want to be 'too harsh' on younger crop of batters, but...

Dravid doesn't want to be 'too harsh' on younger crop of batters, but...

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Rahul Dravid doesn't want to be "too harsh" while judging the younger crop of batters but the India head coach wants them to develop their own methods for countering spin-friendly conditions.

'Ashes will be done and dusted if Australia win Lord's Test'

'Ashes will be done and dusted if Australia win Lord's Test'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

Pat Cummins could win the Ashes in England if Australia emerge victorious in the second Test, feels pace legend Glenn McGrath.

IPL 2024: Last Dance for Dhoni & Co?

IPL 2024: Last Dance for Dhoni & Co?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

As the new season approaches, whispers of retirement surround some of the league's most beloved veterans.

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Sunday could well be Dravid's last day in his office and there won't be a better farewell gift to one of the legends of Indian cricket, who missed that elusive silverware as a player.

Australian Captain's Indian Connection

Australian Captain's Indian Connection

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Sam Kerr's father was born in Calcutta as were her paternal grandparents.

Vote for Williamson, England's Stokes tells New Zealanders

Vote for Williamson, England's Stokes tells New Zealanders

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Stokes was named Man of the Match after he broke Kiwi hearts with his gallant show in the epic World Cup final recently.

IPL: Legend Murali bowls in the nets!

IPL: Legend Murali bowls in the nets!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

He also said the team was awaiting the arrival of the experienced David Warner, Mitchell Marsh and Jonny Bairstow, who are presently involved in a limited overs series in England.

Britain's first million pound player Francis passes away

Britain's first million pound player Francis passes away

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Former England forward Trevor Francis, Britain's first one million pound ($1.28 million) player, has died at the age of 69 after suffering a heart attack, his family said on Monday.

Hutton, Hobbs and Laker inducted into Hall of Fame

Hutton, Hobbs and Laker inducted into Hall of Fame

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Three England legends -- Len Hutton, Jack Hobbs and Jim Laker -- were on Sunday inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in London.

Evergreen Anderson is addicted to cricket, says Broad

Evergreen Anderson is addicted to cricket, says Broad

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

It will be Anderson's 10th Ashes campaign and Broad said he was still champing at the bit to get going.

New Dhoni? Ponting praises Stokes' match-winning skills

New Dhoni? Ponting praises Stokes' match-winning skills

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ponting said he had Stokes' match-winning innings at Headingley in his mind during the thrilling final day at Lord's.

Lara says players can't be blamed for 'I'm heading to IPL, don't care about WI cricket' culture

Lara says players can't be blamed for 'I'm heading to IPL, don't care about WI cricket' culture

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Legendary batter Brian Lara feels that West Indies cricketers cannot be faulted for preferring lucrative T20 franchise leagues around the world, like IPL, to national duty, saying playing the game these days is also about "making a living".

'Smith took blame for ball-tampering scandal to save side'

'Smith took blame for ball-tampering scandal to save side'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Steve Smith was suspended for a year along with David Warner and Cameron Bancroft after being indicted in the sandpaper-gate during a Test match against South Africa in Cape Town. Smith was also banned from taking any leadership roles for two years - a suspension which has now expired.

'Dire Prior' finally earns recognition

'Dire Prior' finally earns recognition

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

Wicketkeeper Matt Prior says he has proved the selectors right, both with the bat, as well as through his flawless work behind the stumps, as England sealed a 2-1 Ashes victory over Australia.

They bring a lot of experience: Lara backs Virat, Rohit to play 2024 T20 WC

They bring a lot of experience: Lara backs Virat, Rohit to play 2024 T20 WC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Former West Indies skipper Brian Lara on Sunday backed Indian stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play ICC T20 World Cup to be held next year in the West Indies and USA, saying that the duo has a lot of experience of Caribbean conditions.

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

'Another one of those for me is Ruturaj Gaikwad. He is an all-format player and should have played for India a lot more than he has but the competition is so much that he hasn't played much. '

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

To emulate the West Indies of 1975 and Australia of 2003 and 2007, India must channel the same indomitable spirit in the final.

Buttler regrets not performing in Tests, accepts criticism

Buttler regrets not performing in Tests, accepts criticism

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Jos Buttler talks acceptance of criticism, Test cricket frustration, and focus on upcoming 50-over World Cup.

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'We used to get Rs 250 for a Test match, and if the match was over in 4 days, 50 rupees were cut.'

Football Focus: Former England WC winner Jack Charlton dies

Football Focus: Former England WC winner Jack Charlton dies

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin was among the first to tweet his reaction.

Rohit Sharma: The Unstoppable Force of the World Cup!

Rohit Sharma: The Unstoppable Force of the World Cup!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Rohit once again showcased a brief yet impactful innings, contributing significantly to India's bonus runs in the initial ten overs

Paris Olympics will be more challenging: Sindhu

Paris Olympics will be more challenging: Sindhu

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Set to return after an injury-induced break, two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is aware the road to Paris will be "challenging" and she needs to be "smarter" in her pursuit of coveted gold medal in the French capital.

'Ashwin should keep his game simple'

'Ashwin should keep his game simple'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

The 41-year-old Panesar also marked Shubman Gill to have a breakout tournament.

Former England bowler Bedser dies

Former England bowler Bedser dies

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

Former England bowler Alec Bedser, who took 236 wickets in a glittering England Test career, has died aged 91.

Jharkhand spin stalwart Shahbaz Nadeem calls it quits

Jharkhand spin stalwart Shahbaz Nadeem calls it quits

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Shahbaz Nadeem has announced his retirement from international cricket to try his luck in franchise-based leagues

'Win the World Cup for Virat Kohli!'

'Win the World Cup for Virat Kohli!'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India is looking to win the upcoming tournament for Virat Kohli like the batch of 2011 won it for Sachin Tendulkar, feels Virender Sehwag.

Imran's Message To Pakistan Team

Imran's Message To Pakistan Team

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

Imran Khan revealed it was the same message he had given his team in 1992 before their final against England in Melbourne.

The legend of 'Flying Dutchman' Johan Cruyff

The legend of 'Flying Dutchman' Johan Cruyff

Rediff.com24 Mar 2016

The following is a factbox on former Dutch international who was popularly known as 'Flying Dutchman'.

Review: The Legend of Tarzan is no adventure ride

Review: The Legend of Tarzan is no adventure ride

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

The Legend Of Tarzan has too many subplots, and most of them are boring, warns Namrata Thakker.

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Inzamam expects second stint as Pakistan chief selector to be even better

England coach Giles denies ball tampering allegations

England coach Giles denies ball tampering allegations

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

England one-day international coach Ashley Giles has dismissed former captain Bob Willis' allegations of ball tampering following the ICC Champions Trophy defeat to Sri Lanka which left England's hopes of qualification in the balance.

Ashes blame game has started in England...

Ashes blame game has started in England...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Former England spinner Graeme Swann was critical of England's senior players who have done 'next to nothing' as Australia regained the Ashes in Perth on Monday.

Like Mumbai Indians' WPL Jersey?

Like Mumbai Indians' WPL Jersey?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

'Here's to sun, the sea, the blue-and-gold of Mumbai. Here's to our first-ever #WPL jersey and all she brings', Mumbai Indians tweeted.

More than happy to help Shubman in any way I can: Williamson

More than happy to help Shubman in any way I can: Williamson

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

With the IPL season set to roll on Friday, one captain who has 100 Tests under his belt is willing and ready to mentor a newbie captain who will be taking over a leadership role for the first time.

Captain. Leader. Legend.

Captain. Leader. Legend.

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Tactical genius, uplifting leader, altruistic individual, a man with unwavering certitude. Dhruv Munjal recounts what made Mahendra Singh Dhoni a great captain.

Saurabh Walker: New Zealand banking on Indian analyst for World Cup

Saurabh Walker: New Zealand banking on Indian analyst for World Cup

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Shaping strategies to suit different oppositions and venues will be key for every team during the World Cup and New Zealand have an Indian, who is familiar with conditions and owns the data to assist them -- Saurabh Walkar, their performance analyst.

Australia's victory in Ahmedabad caps the best World Cup win: Vaughan

Australia's victory in Ahmedabad caps the best World Cup win: Vaughan

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Former England captain Michael Vaughan rated Australia's World Cup triumph as the best in the tournament's history after they upstaged a rampaging India in front of a vociferous crowd.

Hussain's advice to India: Read conditions well

Hussain's advice to India: Read conditions well

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

India made the blunder of reading the conditions wrong during the last WTC final in 2021 and shouldn't repeat the mistake this time as they eye their maiden ICC title in 10 years.

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The Delhi youngster had had his fair share of struggles while transforming from a frail 15-year-old to a frighteningly quick fast bowler.

Karnataka Felicitates President Murmu

Karnataka Felicitates President Murmu

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

On her first visit to any state in the Indian Union after being sworn in as President of the Republic, Rashtrapati Droupadi Murmu was felicitated in Bengaluru by some of that city's luminaries.