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'Little inside joke': Travis Head on his celebration after scoring ton

'Little inside joke': Travis Head on his celebration after scoring ton

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Travis Head revealed that his celebration after completing the century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) was for head coach Daniel Vettori.

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.

Yash Dayal Takes RCB Into The Play-Offs

Yash Dayal Takes RCB Into The Play-Offs

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Needing 10 off 2, Jadeja was the man who could take CSK into the play-offs. But Dayal bowled two dots on the trot to knock CSK out of the tournament.

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.

RCB renamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru

RCB renamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bangalore has been officially renamed as Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of this year's IPL

How ailing Siraj helped RCB demolish Gujarat Titans...

How ailing Siraj helped RCB demolish Gujarat Titans...

Rediff.com5 May 2024

It was mind over matter for Mohammed Siraj, as he pushed his physically indisposed self to the limits to earn the 'Player of the Match' award in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's four-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match in Bengaluru on Saturday.

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

RCB's KGF In Hustle Mode!

Rediff.com12 May 2023

RCB face third-placed Rajasthan Royals in their next IPL match on Sunday, May 14.

Karthik backs RCB batters to fire after CSK defeat

Karthik backs RCB batters to fire after CSK defeat

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru staged a valiant comeback thanks to Anuj Rawat's 25-ball 48 and Karthik's 26-ball 38 in a 95-run stand lower down to guide the team to 173-6 in 20 overs, but hosts Chennai Super Kings chased down the total with six wickets and eight balls left.

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A look at South Africa's tormented past when they failed to get over the line at key junctures in World Cups.

Siraj's Zinger Was Amazing!

Siraj's Zinger Was Amazing!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Shahrukh, who was dismantling the RCB attack with his big hitting, was left speechless by Siraj's perfectly executed yorker. The delivery, clocked at a searing 140 kph, possessed just enough late reverse swing to find the gap between bat and pad. It sent Shahrukh's middle and off stumps flying, bringing a screeching halt to his blistering knock.

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Images from the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday.

Rohit's World Cup wait tied to MI captaincy change?

Rohit's World Cup wait tied to MI captaincy change?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Rohit was declared captain of India's yet-to-be-named T20 World Cup squad in February this year by BCCI secretary Jay Shah at an event in Ahmedabad, a good two months after he was replaced by Pandya as MI skipper.

I am a morally good person, no cheat, asserts Faf du Plessis

I am a morally good person, no cheat, asserts Faf du Plessis

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Recently, South Africa were penalised five runs for ball tampering against Pakistan in the second Test in Dubai, AB de Villiers insisted the Proteas were not cheats.

KKR Vs RCB: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

KKR Vs RCB: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Other than the batters, some excellent catching from both teams was the highlight at the hallowed Eden Gardens.

Jaiswal Or Hetmyer? Who Batted Better?

Jaiswal Or Hetmyer? Who Batted Better?

Rediff.com23 May 2024

No half-centuries were scored in the Eliminator, with Yashavi Jaiswal registering the highest score -- a 30-ball 45.

IPL PIX: Salt show earns KKR one-run win over RCB

IPL PIX: Salt show earns KKR one-run win over RCB

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL 2024 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

'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.

Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Let's delve into the world of IPL 2024 and meet the captains who are ready to leave their mark on cricket's biggest stage.

Top Performers: 33 Sixes! Conway, Maxwell

Top Performers: 33 Sixes! Conway, Maxwell

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The M Chinnaswamy stadium saw a record-equalling 33 sixes being hammered during the CSK-RCB game as Devon Conway and Glenn Maxwell put up sizzling shows for their sides.

RCB Vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

RCB Vs SRH: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

It was a game the bowlers would like to forget in a hurry as not a single bowler from either side managed an economy rate of under 10.

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Rediff.com19 May 2023

After hammering his sixth IPL century, Virat Kohli said he's doesn't care what anyone is saying on the outside as he's doing his bit on the field.

PIX: Ton-up Jacks, Kohli power RCB to easy win over GT

PIX: Ton-up Jacks, Kohli power RCB to easy win over GT

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru played in Ahmedabad on Sunday

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Cricket South Africa's Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe confirmed Klaasen was still part of their white ball plans.

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Karn Sharma's brilliant effort in the field saw Axar Patel's strong knock come to an end.

Turning Point: Dhoni's Safe Gloves

Turning Point: Dhoni's Safe Gloves

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

On a day when CSK dropped four catches, M S Dhoni made no mistake to pick up Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell's catches to turn the match in Chennai's favour.

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.

Did Patidar Bat Better Than Kohli?

Did Patidar Bat Better Than Kohli?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Rajat Patidar completely overshadowed senior team-mate Virat Kohli with a blistering display of power hitting.

IPL: Du Plessis fined, Avesh reprimanded

IPL: Du Plessis fined, Avesh reprimanded

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In case of Madhya Pradesh speedster Avesh, there were no financial penalty as a formal warning was deemed to be enough.

Rampaging SRH eye another run-fest against bottom-placed RCB

Rampaging SRH eye another run-fest against bottom-placed RCB

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to unleash their brute batting power on struggling Royal Challengers Bengaluru when the two teams face off in their return-leg fixture of the IPL in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Iyer elated after KKR pull off tense win over RCB

Iyer elated after KKR pull off tense win over RCB

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that it is "tough to stay calm" in nail-biting matches like as their one-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, in Kolkata on Sunday, but was a relieved man after the team garner two crucial points.

Inside RCB's failed plan to tackle Mayank Yadav's pace

Inside RCB's failed plan to tackle Mayank Yadav's pace

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Our plan was simple... use his (Mayank) space against him'

Kohli, RCB Family Visit Siraj's New Home

Kohli, RCB Family Visit Siraj's New Home

Rediff.com16 May 2023

In a heartwarming gesture, Royal Challengers Bangalore star Virat Kohli and several RCB team-mates visited Mohammed Siraj's new home in Jubilee Hills, Film Nagar, Hyderabad.

'God's plan, baby': Yash Dayal redeems himself

'God's plan, baby': Yash Dayal redeems himself

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Yash Dayal had the haunting memory of Rinku Singh's five consecutive sixes last year when Mahendra Singh Dhoni lofted his full-toss over the Chinnaswamy stadium roof in Saturday's crucial IPL match in Bengaluru.

Kohli, Du Plessis Destroy MI

Kohli, Du Plessis Destroy MI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis lit up the M Chinnaswamy stadium as guided Royal Challengers Bangalore to a cracking win over Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2023 opener.

SA return just a process at moment: Du Plessis

SA return just a process at moment: Du Plessis

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

While a return to South African national team remains an enticing proposition for him, former captain Faf du Plessis wants to regain his peak fitness and game-touch abefore seriously nourishing such ambitions.

Candid Du Plessis says RCB didn't deserve to be in play-offs

Candid Du Plessis says RCB didn't deserve to be in play-offs

Rediff.com22 May 2023

RCB head coach Sanjay Bangar said the team's early exit despite some outstanding performances from Kohli, du Plessis and Siraj was difficult to comprehend.

Axar Or Rajat: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Axar Or Rajat: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Rajat Patidar and Axar Patel struck half-centuries in a match dominated by the bowlers.

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20 World Cup setup as well as what they need to do as a team in order to enjoy a successful tournament.

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Following the release of Harshal Patel from the RCB squad for the upcoming season of the IPL, the 33-year-old pacer said he has nothing but gratitude for the franchise.

Kohli, Anushka Host Dinner For RCB

Kohli, Anushka Host Dinner For RCB

Rediff.com17 May 2023

RCB star Virat Kohli and his movie star wife Anushka Sharma hosted a grand dinner for the entire RCB team at their trendy resto-bar in Mumbai.