News for 'Faf du Plessis'

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Delhi Capitals will be looking to improve their batting performance in the middle overs when they face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match on Tuesday.

Doing the 'small things right' clicked for CSK

Doing the 'small things right' clicked for CSK

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said his side banks on consistency in selection and head coach Stephen Fleming should be given credit for it.

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.

AB de Villiers ruled out of New Zealand test series

AB de Villiers ruled out of New Zealand test series

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

AB de Villiers has been ruled out of South Africa's two-test home series against New Zealand this month with an injured elbow and Faf du Plessis will take over the captaincy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

IPL: Dhoni, Ashwin, Steve Smith for Pune; Raina, Jadeja, McCullum for Rajkot

IPL: Dhoni, Ashwin, Steve Smith for Pune; Raina, Jadeja, McCullum for Rajkot

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

MS Dhoni will play for Pune in the next edition of the Indian Premier League.

Wicketkeeper De Kock adds to South Africa's injury woes

Wicketkeeper De Kock adds to South Africa's injury woes

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

South Africa's injury list continues to grow as wicket-keeper batsman Quinton de Kock has been ruled out of the remaining four ODIs and the ensuing T20Is series against India.

Check Out Gill's AMAZING New Records!

Check Out Gill's AMAZING New Records!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

He is the first Indian to achieve the feat of scoring a century in all three formats in international cricket at a single venue.

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.'

South Africa recall all-rounder Morkel for Twenty20 World Cup

South Africa recall all-rounder Morkel for Twenty20 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

South Africa recalled hard-hitting all-rounder Albie Morkel on Monday in their squad for the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh starting next month.

Stokes misses hat-trick at Oval but leaves South Africa facing defeat

Stokes misses hat-trick at Oval but leaves South Africa facing defeat

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Two wickets from successive balls in Ben Stokes's third over removed Quinton de Kock (5) and Faf du Plessis (0) and ended faint South Africa hopes of mounting a rearguard action in pursuit of their nominal target of 492.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Limping Bavuma, Markram lead South Africa to brink of history.

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.

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.

'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 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

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.

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Bowlers!

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Bowlers!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

A look at the best bowling performances in the CSK vs RCB match.

Inconsistent Titans face daunting task against RCB

Inconsistent Titans face daunting task against RCB

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Gujarat Giants will be wary of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's newfound firepower in the middle-order when the teams clash in the Indian Premier League in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

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.

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.'

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 PIX: DC rout Punjab, finish season in style

IPL PIX: DC rout Punjab, finish season in style

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Rizvi, Nair power DC to six-wicket win over Punjab Kings

Heavyweights RCB take on equals MI in opener

Heavyweights RCB take on equals MI in opener

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

However, it remains to be seen how RCB will cope without players like Rajat Patidar and Josh Hazlewood, who both have been sidelined for at least the first half of this IPL due to injuries. Australian Glenn Maxwell is also unlikely to feature in Sunday's game.

RCB need under fire bowlers to step up against SRH

RCB need under fire bowlers to step up against SRH

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL campaign that began with optimism has melted into chaos. Their bowlers require a drastic transformation in mindset against Sunrisers Hyderabad for them to register an elusive win in Bengaluru on Monday.

Rizwan calls on team to play at optimum level

Rizwan calls on team to play at optimum level

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'Unfortunately, we tend to crack under pressure and lose close matches as we have seen in recent 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.

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.

What RCB must do revive sagging fortunes...

What RCB must do revive sagging fortunes...

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Notwithstanding Virat Kohli's sparkling form, the Royal Challenger Bengaluru batters are struggling for "form and confidence", says Head Coach Andy Flower following his team's fourth defeat in five games this IPL season