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IPL PIX: Santner, SKY power MI into play-offs

IPL PIX: Santner, SKY power MI into play-offs

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's doughty 73 not out proved to be the difference as Mumbai Indians sealed the fourth and final play-off berth with a 59-run trouncing of Delhi Capitals.

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Delhi Capitals seek first win at 'home' against RR

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals looked like a well-oiled machine with four wins in a row before a stunning batting meltdown against Mumbai Indians halted their momentum.

Virat Kohli throws lavish birthday bash for Anushka

Virat Kohli throws lavish birthday bash for Anushka

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Kohli took to Instagram to share a glimpse of the special evening,

Four players called up to bolster beleaguered South Africa

Four players called up to bolster beleaguered South Africa

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Batsmen Temba Bavuma and Keegan Petersen, left-arm seam bowler Beuran Hendricks, and all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo will join the team in Johannesburg on Wednesday

Why South Africa are struggling in World Cup

Why South Africa are struggling in World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Under-fire South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis said his "hurting" team is trying to fight but is just not able to avoid mistakes in what is turning out to be a horror World Cup campaign.

Punjab Kings' WAGs Add Glamour

Punjab Kings' WAGs Add Glamour

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

We saw Punjab Kings players's wives and girlfriends, aka WAGs, cheering for them.

PHOTOS: India two wickets away from series sweep

PHOTOS: India two wickets away from series sweep

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Images from Day 3 of the third Test between India and South Africa, in Ranchi, on Monday.

MI Cape Town, Paarl Royals pull off thrilling chases

MI Cape Town, Paarl Royals pull off thrilling chases

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Joe Root delivered a T20 masterclass to steer the Royals to an equally thrilling eight-wicket victory over Pretoria Capitals at Centurion.

Meet RCB's Real 'Rockstar'

Meet RCB's Real 'Rockstar'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Harshal Patel stunned all with his guitar skills.

IPL 2022: RCB vs PBKS: Who Will Win?

IPL 2022: RCB vs PBKS: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Game 60 of IPL 2022 will see the Royal Challengers Bangalore take on the Punjab Kings at the Brabourne stadium in Mumbai starting 1930 IST.

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Ahead of the mini-auction, scheduled to be held in Doha on December 26, the 10 franchises have released their list of retained and released players.

PIX: Kohli hammers sixth IPL ton as RCB clinch 8-wkt win over SRH

PIX: Kohli hammers sixth IPL ton as RCB clinch 8-wkt win over SRH

Rediff.com19 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Turning Point: Brathwaite's poor over sinks Sunrisers

Turning Point: Brathwaite's poor over sinks Sunrisers

Rediff.com23 May 2018

With 43 needed off 3 overs, Faf du Plessis launched into Carlos Brathwaite's 18th over, smashing him for 20 runs which included 3 fours and a six.

DC vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

DC vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Starc dismantled SRH's top order with sheer pace, while Kuldeep's control in the middle overs ensured there was no way back for the batting side.

Aussie clean sweep takes Proteas to No. 2 in ODIs

Aussie clean sweep takes Proteas to No. 2 in ODIs

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

South Africa have moved up to the second spot in the latest ICC ODI Rankings following their clean sweep in the five-match series against Australia. Australia, despite losing the series, are still at the top of the rankings but have lost vital points. The Faf du Plessis led-side leapfrogged New Zealand and India to within two points of Australia's tally of 118 points, reports Sport24.

PIX: Kishan, Bumrah shine as Mumbai Indians maul RCB

PIX: Kishan, Bumrah shine as Mumbai Indians maul RCB

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore, at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai, on Thursday.

CSK's 'retirement home' show old is gold in IPL

CSK's 'retirement home' show old is gold in IPL

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his 'Dad's Army' moved to within one win of a third IPL title.

PHOTOS: Suryakumar stars in Mumbai's win over RCB

PHOTOS: Suryakumar stars in Mumbai's win over RCB

Rediff.com10 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL 2023 match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday

'Ruturaj looks like a young Virat Kohli'

'Ruturaj looks like a young Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Ruturaj Gaikwad looks like Virat Kohli in the array of shots he possesses.

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Despite the impressive record that the WTC finalists are in possession of, Bangar doesn't believe the Proteas or the Baggy Greens will receive an edge over the other in the Ultimate Test, which is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday.

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel would like to quickly forget the underwhelming performances of his side in home conditions and get their stuttering campaign back on track when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are teetering on the edge of elimination, in the IPL match in Hyderabad on Monday.

IPL 2022: Rajasthan face RCB in battle of Royals

IPL 2022: Rajasthan face RCB in battle of Royals

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Rajasthan Royals would aim to build on their promising start to the season when they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore, a side that is yet to unlock its potential.

'DC benefit from Axar's inclusive captaincy style'

'DC benefit from Axar's inclusive captaincy style'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Axar Patel's inclusive captaincy style has played a massive role in Delhi Capitals blazing start to this IPL season, reckons the team's assistant coach Matthew Mott.

South Africa still unsure over two selections ahead of third Test

South Africa still unsure over two selections ahead of third Test

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Du Plessis revealed on Wednesday that all-rounder Chris Morris and seamer Duanne Olivier had been released from the expanded 17-man squad, but that the home side were still mulling over two positions.

Axar emerges as IPL 2025's most successful captain

Axar emerges as IPL 2025's most successful captain

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Axar, who has led his state side Gujarat in 23 matches across formats, said he isn't one to lean heavily on analytics or prescribed captaincy templates.

'Bubble-to-bubble life not sustainable for players'

'Bubble-to-bubble life not sustainable for players'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

'If you look at a calendar of the last eight months, you're looking at about four or five months in a bubble, which is a lot. For some of us (being) without family, it can get challenging.'

It's perform or perish time for RCB against KKR

It's perform or perish time for RCB against KKR

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

With five consecutive defeats, bottom-placed RCB have the daunting task of winning their remaining seven games to keep their play-off prospects alive.

IPL PIX: CSK edge RCB by 8 runs in high-scoring encounter

IPL PIX: CSK edge RCB by 8 runs in high-scoring encounter

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru on Monday.

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.

'Legends' catch up at practice

'Legends' catch up at practice

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Mahendra Singh Dhoni caught up with Virat Kohli during a practice session in Mumbai.

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Following Chennai Super Kings' win over Royal Challengers Bangalore, CSK skipper MS Dhoni hailed the young bowlers for their stupendous show in the death overs.

ODI: South Africa clinch 4th straight win over Australia

ODI: South Africa clinch 4th straight win over Australia

Rediff.com9 Oct 2016

South Africa secured a fourth successive One-day International victory over Australia as captain Faf du Plessis top scored with 69 runs in a six-wicket win on Sunday.

RCB middle-order holds the key against rampaging LSG

RCB middle-order holds the key against rampaging LSG

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore will aim to shed the over-reliance on their celebrated top-order when they face a belligerent Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL match in Lucknow on Monday.

For The 1st Time: No Dhoni, Rohit, Kohli

For The 1st Time: No Dhoni, Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

For the first time, no Indian superstar will lead an IPL team.

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 22 with a clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This venue will also host the final match of the season on May 25. Dharamsala and Guwahati will host a couple of IPL matches this year, with Dharamsala serving as the second home venue for Punjab Kings and Guwahati hosting Rajasthan Royals matches in addition to their regular home venue, Jaipur.

'I am at my best again,' says Kohli after another ton!

'I am at my best again,' says Kohli after another ton!

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Pumped up after an unprecedented seventh IPL hundred, Virat Kohli took a dig at his critics, who felt that he was all but over as a T20 batter, saying he is playing some of his best cricket in the shortest format.

Duminy resigns as South Africa's limited-overs batting coach

Duminy resigns as South Africa's limited-overs batting coach

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

J P Duminy, who joined the Proteas side as their batting coach in March last year, left his role with immediate effect following a mutual agreement, said the country's cricket governing body (CSA).

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.

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Jacques Kallis remarked that the Proteas players should stick to their roles during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India

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.