News for 'Faf du Plessis'

A record for England's Ben Stokes

A record for England's Ben Stokes

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Becomes first England fielder to take 5 catches in an innings.

Turning Points: RCB Bowlers Keep It Tight; Kohli Dropped

Turning Points: RCB Bowlers Keep It Tight; Kohli Dropped

Rediff.com20 May 2022

RCB will hope their win materialises into a spot in the play-offs, especially given the way their bowlers performed and Kohli getting his mojo back.

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

He may no longer be RCB's captain, but Virat Kohli is always in the thick of action on the field and off it.

Fiery Rabada leaves Bangladesh reeling

Fiery Rabada leaves Bangladesh reeling

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

Kagiso Rabada took five wickets as Bangladesh were bowled out for 147 in their first innings on the second day of the second Test and forced to follow-on by South Africa at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein.

Eyes on Kohli as RCB look to halt Buttler juggernaut

Eyes on Kohli as RCB look to halt Buttler juggernaut

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore will be aiming to halt the Jos Buttler juggernaut when they take on Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League match at the MCA Stadium in Pune on Tuesday.

KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Some of the best fielding moments from the Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders match on Friday, March 29, 2024.

PICS: Super Kings rout SunRisers for 5th straight win

PICS: Super Kings rout SunRisers for 5th straight win

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Images from the IPL match between SunRisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, in Delhi, on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: Kohli steers RCB to easy win over CSK

PHOTOS: Kohli steers RCB to easy win over CSK

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

Images from Saturday's IPL match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings, in Dubai.

Titans look to continue 'Golden Touch', RCB seek Kohli's return to form

Titans look to continue 'Golden Touch', RCB seek Kohli's return to form

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

RCB is hoping that the former India captain would return to form soon with captain Faf du Plessis backing him

'We lacked the variety that Harshal brings to our bowling'

'We lacked the variety that Harshal brings to our bowling'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'You see the value of Harshal, and what he offers. He has the ability to stop the game.'

Steyn takes a dig at Aussies over ball tampering charge

Steyn takes a dig at Aussies over ball tampering charge

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

South Africa pace spearhead Dale Steyn has not allowed a series-ending injury to prevent him from backing his captain Faf du Plessis over allegations of ball tampering, suggesting Australia are using the incident as an excuse for losing. Du Plessis was charged with ball tampering on Friday after Australian television pictures showed him applying saliva to the ball with a sweet in his mouth during the second test, which South Africa won to clinch the series with a match to spare. The International Cricket Council (ICC) could ban Du Plessis from one test match if he is found guilty, putting him in doubt for next week's third test in Adelaide.

'Mustafizur executed CSK's plans beautifully'

'Mustafizur executed CSK's plans beautifully'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Chennai Super Kings bowling consultant Eric Simons heaped praise on Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman for executing plans perfectly and setting up a comfortable six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL opener in Chennai on Friday.

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

'Not every guy has to have a six-pack to be successful in cricket'

'Not every guy has to have a six-pack to be successful in cricket'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

'It's unfair to compare different people. He's a guy who will always come and be a power hitter and hit it a long way'

IPL: Dhoni brings out the 'helicopter' in Dubai

IPL: Dhoni brings out the 'helicopter' in Dubai

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

The three-times IPL champions played a practice game at the Sevens Stadiums in Dubai where the CSK batsmen and bowlers got a good run.

PIX: England rout South Africa in World Cup opener

PIX: England rout South Africa in World Cup opener

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Images from the World Cup opener between England and South Africa at the Oval, on Thursday.

Why England are favourites to win Ashes Down Under

Why England are favourites to win Ashes Down Under

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Du Plessis admitted that although it all depends upon the conditions, he is hopeful England would head into this summer's Ashes series against the Steve Smith-led side as favourites.

IPL 2022: RCB and Punjab Kings look to begin afresh

IPL 2022: RCB and Punjab Kings look to begin afresh

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Both RCB and PBKS will have new captains at the helm in Faf du Plessis and Mayank Agarwal respectively

Taking risks pays off in IPL, says Rohit Sharma

Taking risks pays off in IPL, says Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma feels most teams, including his own, are taking risks in the ongoing IPL and it is paying them rich dividends.

LSG skipper limps off injured! Rahul's WTC final participation in doubt?

LSG skipper limps off injured! Rahul's WTC final participation in doubt?

Rediff.com1 May 2023

During match no. 43 of IPL 2023, LSG skipper KL Rahul limped off the field during their home match against RCB.

New era of batting? Forget 200, it's time for 300-run chases!

New era of batting? Forget 200, it's time for 300-run chases!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Travis Head says SunRisers Hyderabad eyeing 300

Under pressure? Maxwell takes mental health break mid-IPL!

Under pressure? Maxwell takes mental health break mid-IPL!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Maxwell emphasised the importance of prioritising his well-being.

IPL 2024: What's Going Wrong For RCB?

IPL 2024: What's Going Wrong For RCB?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Once again, RCB are looking on course to finish without a trophy after losing six out of their first seven games.

Washout could leave South Africa World Cup hopes down the drain

Washout could leave South Africa World Cup hopes down the drain

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

South Africa's hopes of a semi-final place at the Cricket World Cup appear to have been washed out along with their fixture against the West Indies at the Rose Bowl on Monday.

Champions Trophy: South Africa crush Pakistan to keep hopes alive

Champions Trophy: South Africa crush Pakistan to keep hopes alive

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Prolific batsman Hashim Amla (81) hit a splendid half-century before Ryan McLaren took four wickets as South Africa mauled Pakistan by 67 runs to keep themselves in the race for the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals, in Birmingham, on Monday.

PICS: South Africa dent Sri Lanka's semis hopes after big win

PICS: South Africa dent Sri Lanka's semis hopes after big win

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Images from Friday's World Cup match between South Africa and Sri Lanka, at Chester-le-Street.

The win came little bit too late for South Africa

The win came little bit too late for South Africa

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Former champions Sri Lanka are all but out of the tournament after the Islanders produced a dismal batting show to manage a modest 203, a target which the Proteas overhauled with 76 balls in hand.

PIX: Kiwis stay unbeaten as Williamson ton sinks SA

PIX: Kiwis stay unbeaten as Williamson ton sinks SA

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Captain Kane Williamson struck a composed unbeaten century as New Zealand edged past South Africa by four wickets in a thrilling last-over finish.

Pakistan captain urges team to play 'fearless cricket'

Pakistan captain urges team to play 'fearless cricket'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Pakistan will have Babar back after he missed recent Tests in New Zealand with a fractured thumb.

Cricket Buzz: Amla is South Africa's new Test captain

Cricket Buzz: Amla is South Africa's new Test captain

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Hashim Amla was named the new captain of South Africa's test team on Tuesday, the first non-white cricketer to hold the post permanently.

What Kohli Said After RCB's Defeat

What Kohli Said After RCB's Defeat

Rediff.com23 May 2024

'Unfortunately, sport is not a fairytale and our remarkable run in #IPL2024 came to an end.'

Kohli only Indian named in 'Fairfax 2012 World Team'

Kohli only Indian named in 'Fairfax 2012 World Team'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2013

Virat Kohli is the only Indian cricketer to find a place in the final XI of Fairfax Media team of 2012.

WT20: 'IPL exposure will help Proteas tackle India spinners better'

WT20: 'IPL exposure will help Proteas tackle India spinners better'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Former South African batsman HD Ackerman has said that the team's familiarity with the Indian bowlers due to their exposure to the Indian Premier League (IPL) may be an advantage for them in the semi-final of the World Twenty20 on Friday.

De Villiers delivers to put South Africa in semis

De Villiers delivers to put South Africa in semis

Rediff.com30 Mar 2014

Stand-in skipper AB de Villiers led by example as South Africa eliminated England to reach the World Twenty20 semi-finals with a three-run victory in a Group One match in Chittagong on Saturday.

South Africa too good for New Zealand in first T20

South Africa too good for New Zealand in first T20

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

South Africa humiliated the touring New Zealanders with an embarrassingly one-sided eight-wicket victory in the first of three Twetnty20 Internationals on Friday.

Ball tampering controversies that tainted the gentleman's game

Ball tampering controversies that tainted the gentleman's game

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Following a string of recent insinuations, Rediff.com presents instances of ball tampering that have clouded the game.

'IPL teams have not adapted to South African pitches yet'

'IPL teams have not adapted to South African pitches yet'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

The four Indian Premier League teams are finding it tough to adapt to the bouncy South African pitches and that is primarily responsible for their indifferent performances in the ongoing Champions League Twenty20, Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Faf du Plessis said.

Wanderers Test PHOTOS: India fight back to take Day Two honours

Wanderers Test PHOTOS: India fight back to take Day Two honours

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

Images from the second day's play of the first Test between South Africa and India at the New Wanderers stadium in Johannesburg on Thursday.

South Africa keen to start off well against India's T20 hopefuls in warm-up tie

South Africa keen to start off well against India's T20 hopefuls in warm-up tie

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

For the visitors, the game against the Mandeep Singh-led India 'A' side will be more about getting into the match simulation mode before they get going against Mahendra Singh Dhoni's team in the opening T20 International at Dharamsala on October 2.

Top Performers: LSG, RCB bowlers take home honours

Top Performers: LSG, RCB bowlers take home honours

Rediff.com2 May 2023

'I am super happy for Karn (2 for 20). One of those guys who does the hard work all the time but does not get the recognition.'