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Focus on CSK's batting struggles as Dhoni's men take on RCB

Focus on CSK's batting struggles as Dhoni's men take on RCB

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The middle-order continues to remain a concern for CSK with skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni himself not being at his best.

Captain Karthik faces stiffest test as KKR take on resurgent CSK

Captain Karthik faces stiffest test as KKR take on resurgent CSK

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

KKR have plenty of resources in bowling but Karthik, it seems, has not been able to manage them well

RCB's Hesson hails 'chase master' Kohli after crucial win

RCB's Hesson hails 'chase master' Kohli after crucial win

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore's director of cricket Mike Hesson said that Virat Kohli's intensity proved vital in the win against the Gujarat Titans after the opener roared back into form to boost their chances of making the IPL 2022 play-offs.

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The mega auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is expected to be held in Riyadh at the end of this month, according to sources.

Pacers give South Africa big win over Pakistan

Pacers give South Africa big win over Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

South Africa's pace bowlers laid the foundation for a crushing nine-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first Twenty20 international at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: South Africa gain slight edge in see-saw contest

PHOTOS: South Africa gain slight edge in see-saw contest

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

South Africa bowled England out for 181 in their first innings and had built up a significant 175-run lead by the close of play on the second day of the first Test at Centurion Park on Friday. Images from Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and England at Supersport Park in Centurion on Friday.

What Kohli Did After He Was Out

What Kohli Did After He Was Out

Rediff.com14 May 2022

Kohli constantly looked up as he made his way back, asking: 'What else do you want me to do?'

Focus on Kuldeep as Team India sans Kohli, Rohit sweat it out at optional practice

Focus on Kuldeep as Team India sans Kohli, Rohit sweat it out at optional practice

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharat Arun had a close look at the pitch which wore a dry look, indicating that it would have something for the spinners.

IPL: Chennai thrash Bangalore by 24 runs, reclaim top spot

IPL: Chennai thrash Bangalore by 24 runs, reclaim top spot

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Chennai Super Kings beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 24 runs in their Indian Premier League match at Chepauk.

IPL: Zaheer Khan, Shreyas Iyer help Delhi secure elusive win

IPL: Zaheer Khan, Shreyas Iyer help Delhi secure elusive win

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Delhi Daredevils beat Chennai Super Kings by six wickets in their Indian Premier League match at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on Tuesday.

IPL 2014 squads: Chennai Super Kings

IPL 2014 squads: Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

Check out the Chennai Super Kings squad for IPL 2014.

Turning Point: MI's Horror Start

Turning Point: MI's Horror Start

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians's top-order failed to fire in unison as they lost to the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

AB de Villiers will be in action soon...

AB de Villiers will be in action soon...

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Former South African skipper AB de Villiers is all set to take part in the upcoming Mzansi Super League.

Yuvraj explains how Virat Kohli can regain form

Yuvraj explains how Virat Kohli can regain form

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

'Virat needs to become a free-flowing personality again'

'England and India are the two favourites for World Cup'

'England and India are the two favourites for World Cup'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis picked hosts England and 2011 champions India as the title favourites for this year's ICC ODI World Cup.

South African pacer Rababa gets Test call-up for Windies series

South African pacer Rababa gets Test call-up for Windies series

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

South Africa have named teenage speedster Kagiso Rabada in a 14-man squad for their three-match home Test series against West Indies, Cricket South Africa announced on Tuesday.

'Thank you, Mumbai, we will remember this one'

'Thank you, Mumbai, we will remember this one'

Rediff.com22 May 2022

Virat Kohli reacts after Royal Challengers Bangalore sneak into the play-offs of IPL 2022 following Mumbai Indians' thrilling five-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in their concluding match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.

Who is Maheesh Theekshana?

Who is Maheesh Theekshana?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The 21 year old, who made his IPL debut on Saturday, April 9, has the ability to spin the ball both ways and is already being compared to Ajantha Mendis, the mystery spinner from his native island.

How 'Superman' Saha silenced doubters

How 'Superman' Saha silenced doubters

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

A wicketkeeper rarely earns kudos purely for his glovework but Wriddhiman Saha enjoyed that rare acclaim during the second Test against South Africa at Pune.

Only Green matched Kohli's tempo while batting: Moody

Only Green matched Kohli's tempo while batting: Moody

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's thrashing by Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru on Friday prompted former Australia cricketer Tom Moody to blame Virat Kohli's fellow-batters for the humbling defeat.

Turning Point: Lomror-Patidar Rescue RCB

Turning Point: Lomror-Patidar Rescue RCB

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore must thank their two unheralded batters Rajat Patidar and Mahipal Lomror for their crucial knocks which played a big role in their 13 run victory against the Chennai Super Kings.

Can South Africa make it to the next stage?

Can South Africa make it to the next stage?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights important numbers featuring the South African team from the World Cups.

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

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

PHOTOS: Five-star Shami lifts India to big win in Vizag Test

PHOTOS: Five-star Shami lifts India to big win in Vizag Test

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

Fast bowler Mohammed Shami picked up a five-wicket haul while left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja took four in South Africa's second innings to hand India a convincing 203-run victory, in the opening Test.

Turning Point: Sizzling Siraj's Four-Fer

Turning Point: Sizzling Siraj's Four-Fer

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Mohammed Siraj turned in his best figures in the IPL as he guided Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 24-run win over Punjab Kings.

Kohli's Cutest Reactions For RCB Fans

Kohli's Cutest Reactions For RCB Fans

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Chants of 'Kohli! Kohli!' rang around the Chinnaswamy stadium.

PICS: Super Kings lose to Kings, finish second

PICS: Super Kings lose to Kings, finish second

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Images from Sunday's IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings, in Mohali.

Six scintillating catches from IPL 8. Pick the best!

Six scintillating catches from IPL 8. Pick the best!

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Half-way through the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League, the cash-rich Twenty20 tournament has witnessed some top quality catches. Rediff.com takes a look at some memorable ones.

Six scintillating catches from IPL 8

Six scintillating catches from IPL 8

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Half-way through the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League, the cash-rich Twenty20 tournament has witnessed some top quality catches. Rediff.com takes a look at some memorable ones.

Tahir weaves spell around Kiwi batsmen to record T20 win

Tahir weaves spell around Kiwi batsmen to record T20 win

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Leg-spinner Imran Tahir underlined why he is the world's top-ranked bowler in limited overs cricket as he bamboozled New Zealand's batsmen to help South Africa to a 78-run victory in their only Twenty20 match at Eden Park on Friday.

CSK look to continue winning run against Kings XI Punjab

CSK look to continue winning run against Kings XI Punjab

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Chennai Super Kings will look to continue their winning streak when they lock horns with Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (IPL), in Mohali, on Sunday.

Top Performer: Jadeja's all-round heroics

Top Performer: Jadeja's all-round heroics

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

The match looked like a Jadeja vs RCB contest. What an all-round show!

South Africa can still go deep into tournament: Kallis

South Africa can still go deep into tournament: Kallis

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Kallis had earlier said that not entering the tournament as favourites could work in South Africa's favour.

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Mohammed Siraj grabbed four wickets to lead his side to a 24-run win over Punjab Kings.

KKR Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

KKR Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

There were many contenders on Sunday for the best batter's prize: Salt, Jacks, Iyer, Patidar, Karn Sharma...

Could Rashid Khan Be The Next MVP?

Could Rashid Khan Be The Next MVP?

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2023 after Game 61.

Pakistan fight back after Nortje takes five-for

Pakistan fight back after Nortje takes five-for

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

South Africa's openers Dean Elgar (15) and Aiden Markram were positive at the start of the innings, but disaster struck as they lost two wickets in the final two balls of the middle session.

'300-run mark will be crossed in the IPL very soon'

'300-run mark will be crossed in the IPL very soon'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Dinesh Karthik said the 300-frontier will be breached in the IPL sooner rather than later.

Focus on Russell as CSK, KKR clash

Focus on Russell as CSK, KKR clash

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

A batsman of Russell's calibre may just prove to be the difference between the two sides.

De Villiers gets paternity leave, while four uncapped players called-up

De Villiers gets paternity leave, while four uncapped players called-up

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Opener Reeza Hendricks, wicketkeeper Dane Vilas, spinner Aaron Phangiso and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada, who have all previously represented the country in the limited overs formats, picked for Bangladesh Tests