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How ITC plans to build a future-ready portfolio

How ITC plans to build a future-ready portfolio

Rediff.com6 May 2025

There remains a debate on who said this: "When the facts change, I change my mind. What do you do, Sir?" Was it the British economist John Maynard Keynes or the American economist Paul Samuelson. Irrespective of who said it, this sentiment appears to have found resonance in ITC's boardroom in recent years.

Big shake-up at Rajasthan Royals before IPL kickoff

Big shake-up at Rajasthan Royals before IPL kickoff

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Rising star Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals in the first three IPL games, as regular captain Sanju Samson will be playing as a specialist batter cum Impact Substitute.

Opposition beware! Hit-Man Returns!

Opposition beware! Hit-Man Returns!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Rohit came out to open along with Rickelton and he looked in prime touch from the get go and his strike rate of 152 belied his batting approach -- plain effortless, pleasing to the eye.

Mumbai Indians Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: Who Fielded Best?

Mumbai Indians Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: Who Fielded Best?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Abhishek or Naman? Whose catch impressed you?

'Unlucky Shardul proves his worth'

'Unlucky Shardul proves his worth'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Former India international Robin Uthappa hailed Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) right-arm seamer Shardul Thakur following his exceptional show against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Can Pooran break Rahul's LSG record?

Can Pooran break Rahul's LSG record?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

A consistent performer, Pooran's last five scores in the IPL read -- 48*(26), 61(27), 75(29), 75(30), 70(26).

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The South African's blistering 52 off 25 balls not only augurs well for him personally but for the franchise who are aiming to build a team from scratch for the next season.

Abdul Samad -- SRH's loss is LSG's gain

Abdul Samad -- SRH's loss is LSG's gain

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Ahead of the auction last year, he was let go by SRH, an opportunity that Lucknow Super Giants scooped up. Seeing Samad's potential, the Zaheer Khan-mentored team bought his services for Rs 4.2 crores at the auction table.

CSK Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

CSK Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Wanindu Hasaranga, who grabbed four prized wickets, was the pick of the bowlers for Rajasthan Royals.

Future India captain?

Future India captain?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Afghanistan T20I captain Rashid Khan believes Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill possesses the qualities to lead India in the future.

DC Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

DC Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

DC's brilliant fielding turned the game in their favour, proving once again that catches win matches.

The 'ABCs' that make Sai Sudharsan a future superstar

The 'ABCs' that make Sai Sudharsan a future superstar

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Former India opener WV Raman praises young Sai Sudharsan's dedication and skills, highlighting his strong fundamentals and consistent performance in the IPL.

Is Rishabh Pant Under Fire?

Is Rishabh Pant Under Fire?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen engaging in conversation with Captain Rishabh Pant and Head Coach Justin Langer after the game on Monday night.

Will SRH's Big Hitters Dominate IPL 2025?

Will SRH's Big Hitters Dominate IPL 2025?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

2016 champions SRH are banking on a power-packed batting line-up and a revamped bowling attack to end their nine-year title drought.

SRH's Nitish Reddy gets fitness clearance

SRH's Nitish Reddy gets fitness clearance

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Nitish will join the SRH squad soon as they will open their IPL 2025 campaign on March 23 against Rajasthan Royals at Hyderabad.

With Rajasthan Royals' backing, Archer redeems himself

With Rajasthan Royals' backing, Archer redeems himself

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

'We always knew, Jofra is a world-class bowler and the scale he brings to the table or into the game is totally different and I think very few can bring that.'

What Went WRONG with LSG?

What Went WRONG with LSG?

Rediff.com20 May 2025

It was Rishabh Pant's brief, unconvincing stint at the crease that starkly epitomised his season-long struggle

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

A distraught Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed helplessness over Chennai Super Kings's extended poor run in the ongoing Indian Premier League, saying it's difficult for a team to get the desired result when four-five players lose form at the same time.

Nitish Rana reveals Dravid's game-changing pep talk

Nitish Rana reveals Dravid's game-changing pep talk

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Struggling with poor form and fitness, Rana had even missed practice the day before the match, but Dravid's belief in him reignited his confidence.

SRH in crisis! Vettori admits strategy failed

SRH in crisis! Vettori admits strategy failed

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori attributed their heavy defeat to Mumbai Indians to a dramatic top-order collapse and a misjudgment of the pitch.

I feel a great connection with him: Marsh on Pooran

I feel a great connection with him: Marsh on Pooran

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The duo also scored half-centuries in the opening game against Delhi Capitals and shared the highest stand (for second wicket) in both games.

Ruthless Rohit & Surya Kayo CSK

Ruthless Rohit & Surya Kayo CSK

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians cantered to a nine wicket win with 26 balls to spare to pile on the misery of Chennai Super Kings, who slumped to their sixth defeat in eight outings in IPL 2025.

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Delhi Capitals will be desperate to arrest their slump and stay in contention for a play-off berth when they take on high-flying Punjab Kings in a crucial IPL match in Dharamsala on Thursday.

He never watched his son play... until...

He never watched his son play... until...

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Abhishek Sharma's Father Breaks Superstition, Witnesses Record-Breaking Knock in Hyderabad

Karn on the twin moments that turned the game in MI's favour

Karn on the twin moments that turned the game in MI's favour

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The 37-year-old player added that uncertainty about a place in the Playing XI or 12, means one needs to capitalise on chances offered.

Can LSG stop SRH's unstoppable batting juggernaut?

Can LSG stop SRH's unstoppable batting juggernaut?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will be wary of Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) aggressive batting approach when the two teams face off in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday.

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Catch of the IPL? Flying Mendis Steals the Show from Dhoni

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Kamindu Mendis soared - quite literally - to deliver a moment that could well define Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL 2025 campaign.

Hardik's Masterplan: How MI's bowlers outsmarted SRH

Hardik's Masterplan: How MI's bowlers outsmarted SRH

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya credited his bowlers for using variations effectively and executing plans smartly on a slugging wicket as his side registered a four-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match in Mumbai on Thursday.

'Jofra Archer is going to get better and better'

'Jofra Archer is going to get better and better'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals pacer Jofra Archer upped the ante against Punjab Kings on Saturday night by striking twice in the opening over in Mullanpur on Saturday.

LSG Vs SRH: Run Out Or Catch? Vote!

LSG Vs SRH: Run Out Or Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Despite a few flashes of brilliance in the field, LSG's missed opportunities proved costly in a game where the bat did most of the talking.

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.

Can Mumbai Indians Bounce Back After Horror 2024?

Can Mumbai Indians Bounce Back After Horror 2024?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

At the mega auction, Mumbai Indians made some strategic buys, in a bid to build a strong team around their solid Indian core consisting of Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jaspreet Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Tilak Varma.

How Nehra's coaching style is transforming Gujarat Titans

How Nehra's coaching style is transforming Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

As GT gears up to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2025 season, Nehra reaffirmed his confidence in captain Shubman Gill, who is in his second season as the franchise's leader.

Can Rajasthan Royals beat LSG and end losing run?

Can Rajasthan Royals beat LSG and end losing run?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

With just two wins from seven games, the Royals, languishing at eighth on the table, come into the contest on the back of a gut-wrenching Super Over defeat to Delhi Capitals.

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are not too worried about their opening match defeat in the Indian Premier League and are hoping to bounce back in their clash against Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2025: Teen Suryavanshi gets BCA vote of confidence

IPL 2025: Teen Suryavanshi gets BCA vote of confidence

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Vaibhav's sensational 2024 season saw him excel both domestically and internationally.

DK's maiden SA20 fifty goes in vain

DK's maiden SA20 fifty goes in vain

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

The major difference between the two sides was the Super Kings' start with du Plessis and Devon Conway (20 off 25 balls) compiling a solid 54-run stand for the first wicket to set up the run chase.

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Riding high on their new-found confidence, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be hoping to finally get it right at home and keep their play-off hopes alive when they take on a struggling Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match in Kolkata on Sunday.

SRH's all-out strategy under fire after 3 losses

SRH's all-out strategy under fire after 3 losses

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

A string of losses-to Lucknow Super Giants, Delhi Capitals, and most recently, a heavy 80-run defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders-has raised questions about SRH's overly aggressive approach and their faltering death bowling.

Did We See Another Sachin In The Making?

Did We See Another Sachin In The Making?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

More than the numbers, it was the swagger. The intent. The ease with which he handled the pressure. Vaibhav didn't look like a passenger in the IPL -- he looked like he belonged.