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England pacer Mark Wood ruled out of Sri Lanka Tests

England pacer Mark Wood ruled out of Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

England fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of the Test series against Sri Lanka due to a thigh injury.

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule on X.

Hussain backs 'seniors' to lead England in Champions Trophy

Hussain backs 'seniors' to lead England in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes that the Three Lions should restore the position of their experienced stars in their ODI setup ahead of next year's ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Karun Nair set for India recall for Eng tour?

Karun Nair set for India recall for Eng tour?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

All the prominent Indian cricketers are contracted with their respective IPL franchises at the moment as the league's knockouts will be played on May 20, 21 23 before the final on May 25.

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Speaking to ICC in an interview, Cook said that the game has certainly made a big jump in regards to what is possible in Tests.

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will resume on May 17 with a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders in Bengaluru, the BCCI announced on Monday.

How Brook-led England ended Australia's unbeaten streak

How Brook-led England ended Australia's unbeaten streak

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Chasing 305 for victory, England were pushed on the backfoot when they were reduced to 11/2 early in the chase. But a partnership of 156 between Brook and Will Jacks (84 in 82 balls, with nine fours and a six) swung the tide in the hosts' favour.

Bumrah 'available' for MI match against RCB

Bumrah 'available' for MI match against RCB

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians announced the development on social media on Sunday saying, "Once a cub now a lion, the lion is back to be the king of the jungle again."

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Harry Kane and his England lions were ecstatic, and as Neil Diamond's classic 'Sweet Caroline' played on the loudspeaker, they crooned along in celebration.

Mott downplays Hazlewood's 'knock out England' talk

Mott downplays Hazlewood's 'knock out England' talk

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

England coach hopes Josh Hazlewood's comments were tongue in cheek

Southgate quits as England manager after Euros final defeat

Southgate quits as England manager after Euros final defeat

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Gareth Southgate took charge in 2016 and oversaw 102 games, leading the team to the World Cup semi-finals in 2018 as well as the Euros finals in 2021 and 2024.

Patidar Gets His Test Cap From Zaheer!

Patidar Gets His Test Cap From Zaheer!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Rajat Patidar becomes India's 310th Test player.

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Field Marshal K M Cariappa Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh The three highest-ranking military heroes of the Indian Armed Forces. They were the rarest of the rare. The bravest of the brave.

England Wobbly: Can they defend T20 crown?

England Wobbly: Can they defend T20 crown?

Rediff.com30 May 2024

England, the defending champions of the ICC T20 World Cup, have several areas to address if they want to defend their title

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

France qualified for the quarter-finals of the Nations League despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Israel on Thursday.

Will Shubman Gill rediscover his Test form against England?

Will Shubman Gill rediscover his Test form against England?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Shubman Gill struggled for consistency last season, scoring just 304 runs from seven Tests at an average of 27.

Brook to get England debut in series decider vs SA

Brook to get England debut in series decider vs SA

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

'I'm really looking forward to going out and watching him play this week, but he's deserved his opportunity'

Is This Bowler Ashwin's Heir In Tests?

Is This Bowler Ashwin's Heir In Tests?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Sundar is the front-runner behind Ashwin right now. He's done well in whatever limited opportunities he's got and I feel he will get his due first before going to anybody else.'

Kumar Kushagra's surprise entry in India 'A' squad

Kumar Kushagra's surprise entry in India 'A' squad

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

In selectors' radar, Kumar Kushagra gets maiden India A call-up against England Lions

South Africa seamer Olivier out of England Test series

South Africa seamer Olivier out of England Test series

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

The first Test starts at Lord's on Wednesday.

England's bowling highly inexperienced for opening Test

England's bowling "highly inexperienced" for opening Test

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The legendary Anil Kumble has termed England's bowling attack for the opening Test against India, starting in Hyderabad on Thursday as "highly inexperienced", while predicting a comfortable 4-1 win for the hosts in the five-match series.

Kohli, Iyer to miss rest of Test series; Rahul, Jadeja back

Kohli, Iyer to miss rest of Test series; Rahul, Jadeja back

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Among other developments, middle order batter Shreyas Iyer will miss the next three Tests due to injury.

A Glimpse Of Class In A Slam-Bang IPL!

A Glimpse Of Class In A Slam-Bang IPL!

Rediff.com19 May 2025

In a format often dominated by innovation and brute force, Gujarat Titans' Subhman Gill and Sai Sudharsan once again reminded the fans that proper cricketing shots still thrive in the hustle of modern T20 cricket.

PIX: Bellingham header gives England win over Serbia

PIX: Bellingham header gives England win over Serbia

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group C match between England and Serbia, at Arena AufSchalke, Gelsenkirchen, Germany, on Sunday.

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'...whether he is a top player or not, it doesn't matter.' 'If I go by a player's name I won't be able to bowl at my best.' 'For me he is just a batter, and my only focus is where I need to land the ball.'

Graeme Swann helping group of England spinners ahead of India tour

Graeme Swann helping group of England spinners ahead of India tour

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Having been there and done that, Graeme Swann is now mentoring a group of young England spinners, who would feature in a 'Shadow Tour' of India next month with a couple of them in contention to make it to senior team for five-Test series, starting January 25.

India trounce England, complete A tri-series domination

India trounce England, complete A tri-series domination

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

India A completed their domination in the 50-over tri-series with a five-wicket thumping of England Lions in the final at the Kennington Oval, on Monday.

Sarfaraz's First Reaction To India Call

Sarfaraz's First Reaction To India Call

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Sarfaraz's inclusion is well-deserved, backed by an exceptional performance in the unofficial Test match against England Lions,

Sri Lanka's Rathnayake to make Test debut in Manchester

Sri Lanka's Rathnayake to make Test debut in Manchester

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The second match of the series will be played at Lord's, starting from August 29 and the final Test match of the series will take place at Kennington Oval on September 6.

First day of England v South Africa washed out

First day of England v South Africa washed out

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

England won the toss and put South Africa in to bat only for a shower to sweep in and put a stop to proceedings

Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul ruled out of the second Test; Sarfaraz picked

Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul ruled out of the second Test; Sarfaraz picked

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

In a big blow to the Indian team, the hosts will miss Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul for the second Test against England.

Ashes: Stokes trains along with rest of the England

Ashes: Stokes trains along with rest of the England

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Ben Stokes joined the England squad for a training session for the first time after his six-month lay off from cricket at the Metrico stadium in the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia on Thursday.

Don't mess with flag on England football kit: Sunak

Don't mess with flag on England football kit: Sunak

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

National flags should not be "messed with", British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Friday, after Nike's decision to use an altered design of the St George's Cross on England's soccer shirts angered some fans.

Will Bharat Or Jurel Play In Rajkot?

Will Bharat Or Jurel Play In Rajkot?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

As Bharat faces scrutiny, the spotlight shifts to whether Jurel will get an opportunity to prove his mettle on the international stage.

Saurabh Kumar: Net bowler for India against England in 2021, squad member in 2024

Saurabh Kumar: Net bowler for India against England in 2021, squad member in 2024

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The life of Saurabh Kumar, veteran of a decade in domestic cricket, took a sharp turn on Monday when he made the Indian squad for the second Test against England starting in Visakhapatnam on February 2.

Former England spinner Underwood passes away

Former England spinner Underwood passes away

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Derek Underwood, England's best spinner in the post-World War II era, who gave a torrid time to the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, passed away at Kent on Monday. He was 78.

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Archer brings excitement and an X-factor to the team'

India A tour of England postponed

India A tour of England postponed

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

The ECB have also held talks with cricket boards of the other three visiting teams this summer -- New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Pakistan -- and agreed to cancel their tour matches against English county teams.

India vs England: Mark Wood to replace Shoaib Bashir for Rajkot Test

India vs England: Mark Wood to replace Shoaib Bashir for Rajkot Test

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

England Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday named the playing eleven for the third Test match against India in Rajkot, with pacer Mark Wood replacing Shoaib Bashir in the playing squad.

Rajat Patidar's dream debut steals the spotlight

Rajat Patidar's dream debut steals the spotlight

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Patidar looked assured in his 72-ball 32 and one of his three boundaries came via a reverse sweep.