News for 'Faf Du Plessis'

Andre Russell in new IPL role; joins KKR as 'power coach'

Andre Russell in new IPL role; joins KKR as 'power coach'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Andre Russell announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League on Sunday ahead of the mini auction, scheduled for December 16, and will join three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders's coaching staff.

'Dhoni can hit any ball to wherever he wants to'

'Dhoni can hit any ball to wherever he wants to'

Rediff.com1 May 2018

Chennai Super Kings batsman Faf Du Plessis heaped praise on skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his ability to hit any bowler, saying such a trait can make life difficult for any rival captain.

Turning Point: Theekshana's 'Mystery' Bowling

Turning Point: Theekshana's 'Mystery' Bowling

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

In the end, the fact that RCB score 193 and lost by a 23 run margin shows how crucial Theekshana's breakthroughs were in the grander scheme of things.

Seniors need to guide youngsters: De Kock

Seniors need to guide youngsters: De Kock

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Quinton De Kock said former captain Faf du Plessis' comeback after being rested for the Australia series, will hold the visitors in a good stead in the upcoming ODIs.

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chennai promises a captivating battle between wrist spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Noor Ahmad. Both bowlers are known for their artistry and ability to control the middle overs.

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

IPL PIX: RCB fumble before scripting win over GT

Rediff.com4 May 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

IPL 2023: It's perform or perish for RCB against Sunrisers

IPL 2023: It's perform or perish for RCB against Sunrisers

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Virat Kohli will be in focus as Royal Challengers Bangalore look to strengthen their claim for an IPL play-offs berth in their must-win match against laggards Sunrisers Hyderabad.

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

DC Vs LSG: Who Fielded Best?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

As many as 17 wickets fell in the match between Delhi Capitals and LSG in which 12 were caught dismissals.

PHOTOS: Dominant South Africa hand Ireland a sound thrashing

PHOTOS: Dominant South Africa hand Ireland a sound thrashing

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Photos from the ICC World Cup match played between South Africa and Ireland on Tuesday.

PIX: Krunal shines as RCB beat DC to go top of IPL

PIX: Krunal shines as RCB beat DC to go top of IPL

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Krunal Pandya recorded his first fifty in IPL since 2016, helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru pull off a six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals.

IPL: Chennai return compliment, beat Pune by 13 runs

IPL: Chennai return compliment, beat Pune by 13 runs

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Chennai Super Kings rode on a half century each from Subramaniam Badrinath and Faf du Plessis and a disciplined show from their bowlers as they beat Pune Warriors by 13 runs in their Indian Premier League match on Thursday.

Jaiswal Tops MVP; Faf Closing In!

Jaiswal Tops MVP; Faf Closing In!

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2023 after Game 52.

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The camaraderie between Royal Challengers Bangalore Captain Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Mrs Kohli is not limited to just spending time together. The trio also share inside jokes, indicating a deep friendship.

IPL Poll: CSK vs RR: Who will win?

IPL Poll: CSK vs RR: Who will win?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Game 37 of IPL 2020 will see the Chennai Super Kings take on the Rajasthan Royals at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

T20 World Cup: Philander in South Africa's preliminary squad

T20 World Cup: Philander in South Africa's preliminary squad

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

South Africa have included the world's number one test bowler Vernon Philander in their preliminary 30-man squad for the World Twenty20 tournament to be played in Bangladesh in March and April next year.

RCB look to bounce back against high-flying KKR

RCB look to bounce back against high-flying KKR

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Kolkata Knight Riders will have their task cut out as they take on a determined Royal Challengers Bangalore in their IPL 2022 league match on Wednesday.

SA beat SL in third ODI, clinch series

SA beat SL in third ODI, clinch series

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

A half-century from Faf du Plessis led South Africa to a series-clinching victory in the third one-dayer against Sri Lanka on Tuesday. Chasing 267 to win, the home team was 179 for five after 34 overs when rain ended play.

Look Who Shahid Brought To The IPL!

Look Who Shahid Brought To The IPL!

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Check out who logged in to see the Mumbai-Bangalore game...

'We had India on the ropes, but now we have given them a sniff'

'We had India on the ropes, but now we have given them a sniff'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

South African batsman Faf du Plessis has said his team has let some of its own momentum pass and allowed India to gain in confidence by committing tactical errors during the Indore ODI.

Delhi Capitals Aim For Breakthrough IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals Aim For Breakthrough IPL 2025

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Delhi Capitals have never won the IPL despite featuring top talent over the years. Under Axar Patel's leadership, they will hope IPL 2025 finally ends their title drought.

'You don't get replacements for Amla and De Villiers overnight'

'You don't get replacements for Amla and De Villiers overnight'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

'We are at this stage where we have lost almost all of our experience'

Kohli's Brilliance, Klaasen's Heroics

Kohli's Brilliance, Klaasen's Heroics

Rediff.com19 May 2023

In a clash featuring remarkable centuries from both teams, Virat Kohli's magnificent hundred for Royal Challengers Bangalore stole the spotlight, despite Heinrich Klaasen's outstanding display for Sunrisers Hyderabad on Thursday, May 18, 2023, night.

Depleted KKR seek home comfort against star-studded RCB

Depleted KKR seek home comfort against star-studded RCB

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

KKR looked a shadow of their past in their season-opener

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

Table-toppers Rajasthan Royals need more from their fragile middle-order as they look to return to winning ways against an inconsistent but dangerous Royal Challengers Bangalore in Sunday's IPL match in Bengaluru.

IPL PICS: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians

IPL PICS: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Images from the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, in Delhi, on Saturday.

Markram to lead South Africa in ODIs

Markram to lead South Africa in ODIs

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Faf Du Plessis' injury prompted selectors to fast-track the 23 year old to the hot seat.

'No quick fix for struggling South Africa team'

'No quick fix for struggling South Africa team'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

South Africa have now lost five Tests in a row, including two shock home losses to Sri Lanka, and are struggling with on-field know-how to dig themselves out of tough situations.

Who Says IPL Is A Young Man's Game?

Who Says IPL Is A Young Man's Game?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The top four run-getters in IPL 2023 -- Faf du Plessis (38), David Warner (36), Virat Kohli (34) and Jos Buttler (32) -- are all above 30.

Markram leads Sunrisers Eastern Cape to Eliminator win

Markram leads Sunrisers Eastern Cape to Eliminator win

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Markram, who had scored a century at the same venue against the same opposition two years ago, ensured the Orange Army, who turned up in large numbers, did not go home disappointed.

Turning Point: Rawat-Kohli Partnership

Turning Point: Rawat-Kohli Partnership

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Rawat and Kohli added a crucial 80 runs off 52 balls for the second wicket,

The Folks Behind RCB's Royal Rout

The Folks Behind RCB's Royal Rout

Rediff.com15 May 2023

RCB bowling RR out in 10.3 overs was the second shortest all-out innings in the IPL.

'Pune pitch will take more turn than the first Test'

'Pune pitch will take more turn than the first Test'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis feels that that young fast bowlers in his team can learn a lot from Indian pacer Mohammed Shami as to how one can be so devastating in home conditions.

RCB's New Team Song!

RCB's New Team Song!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

It is a new season, new captain and new team song for RCB!

'CSK is synonymous with Dhoni, IPL needs him'

'CSK is synonymous with Dhoni, IPL needs him'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Faf du Plessis feels that Dhoni should play in the tournament as he is still fit and motivated.

South Africa coach satisfied with Test warm-up

South Africa coach satisfied with Test warm-up

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

A century by Faf du Plessis and a first session in the middle for wicketkeeper AB de Villiers since hand surgery has left South Africa satisfied with preparations for the Test series against Australia.

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

Rediff.com16 May 2025

In a major boost to Delhi Capitals, vice-captain Faf du Plessis has decided to return for the remainder of the IPL while England all-rounder Will Jacks will rejoin Mumbai Indians for their final two league fixtures.

South Africa fined for slow over-rate during 2nd Test

South Africa fined for slow over-rate during 2nd Test

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The victorious South African team were fined for maintaining a slow over-rate in the second Test against India, which concluded in Pretoria, on Wednesday.

De Villiers quits as South Africa Test captain

De Villiers quits as South Africa Test captain

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

AB de Villiers has resigned as South Africa's Test captain, opening the way for childhood friend Faf du Plessis to take over on a permanent basis.

Can faltering RCB turn it around against LSG?

Can faltering RCB turn it around against LSG?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

An inconsistent Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be eager to hit the turnaround button when they host Lucknow Super Giants, who will keep an eye on regular skipper KL Rahul's fitness, in the IPL in Bengaluru on Tuesday

IPL Poll: PBKS vs CSK: Who will win?

IPL Poll: PBKS vs CSK: Who will win?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Game 8 in IPL 2021 will see the Punjab Kings take on the Chennai Super Kings at Mumbai.