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Australia set to rejig top order after WTC humiliation

Australia set to rejig top order after WTC humiliation

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald hinted at a rejig in the top order after misfiring in the World Test Championship final defence against South Africa at Lord's.

Jadeja's no-ball cost India the match: Gavaskar

Jadeja's no-ball cost India the match: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Marnus Labuschagne was bowled off an inside edge but Ravindra Jadeja had overstepped, before India erred by not opting for a DRS against the Australian right-hander.

India to tour Australia for white-ball series in October-November

India to tour Australia for white-ball series in October-November

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

The Indian team will tour Australia later this year for a multi-format limited overs series comprising three ODIs and five T20 Internationals.

Babies' Day Out At The SCG!

Babies' Day Out At The SCG!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The Aussie cricketers were joined by their families on the field as they savoured a series win that came after a decade.

Celebrating A Mumbai Icon With Memories

Celebrating A Mumbai Icon With Memories

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Cricketing legends and captains, past and present, echoed their sentiments, while groundsmen and support staff were honoured.

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Abid Ali's contributions to Indian cricket remain etched in history. His spirit, sportsmanship, and selfless play defined an era, and his legacy will endure in the annals of the game.

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Will Sai Sudarshan or Abhimanyu Easwaran bat at No. 3?

'Stupid, Stupid, Stupid'

'Stupid, Stupid, Stupid'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

'That is a stupid shot that is letting your team down badly.'

Gavaskar has a suggestion for Dhoni...

Gavaskar has a suggestion for Dhoni...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

In the two innings he has batted in IPL 2023, Dhoni has come out at No. 8 and returned with scores of 14* (7) vs Gujarat Titans and 3-ball 12 against Lucknow Super Giants.

Rohit should take a break from IPL: Gavaskar

Rohit should take a break from IPL: Gavaskar

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma should take a break from IPL 2023 and instead prepare in earnest for the WTC final against Australia next month, said batting great Sunil Gavaskar.

What triggered LSG bowler Digvesh's unusual celebration

What triggered LSG bowler Digvesh's unusual celebration

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

As Arya walked back to the pavilion after scoring eight off nine balls, Digvesh, his teammate from the Delhi T20 League, mimicked writing a letter -- an act seemingly directed at Arya.

Kumble picks this player to succeed Rohit as Test skipper

Kumble picks this player to succeed Rohit as Test skipper

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Kumble admitted that given Bumrah's history with back injury, it will not be possible for him to play all the five-Test matches.

New era begins: Gill leads India without big three

New era begins: Gill leads India without big three

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Shubman Gill was deemed Rohti's long-term successor and was crowned the new Test skipper.

Fan Takes Rohit's Autograph, Ignores Sachin

Fan Takes Rohit's Autograph, Ignores Sachin

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Netizens were stunned that the child missed taking autographs of living legends Gavaskar -- the first batter to score 10,000 Test runs -- and Tendulkar -- the batter with the most number of Test runs and centuries.

When Bumrah Slammed Broad For 29 Runs

When Bumrah Slammed Broad For 29 Runs

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Sachin Tendulkar has scored the most runs by an Indian in England. Virat Kohli holds the record for most wins by an Indian captain in England.

'A lot has changed since Brisbane win'

'A lot has changed since Brisbane win'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Speaking ahead of the first Test from June 25 onwards at Barbados, Joseph said as quoted by Sydney Morning Herald, "To take 13 wickets across the series was a good feeling. A lot has changed. There were a lot of opportunities that came my way."

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill is enjoying a 'honeymoon period' as India's Test captain but there will be more pressure on him in the days to come, feels former India skipper Sourav Ganguly.

Bumrah Resumes Bowling In The Nets

Bumrah Resumes Bowling In The Nets

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

There is no clarity when Jasprit Bumrah, who is still recuperating from a back injury, will return to action during IPL 2025.

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

How the Indian players fared in the five-Test series in England.

Border-Gavaskar series opener to be held in Perth

Border-Gavaskar series opener to be held in Perth

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

The blockbuster five-match Test series between India and Australia will get underway at Perth's Optus Stadium on November 22, the venue replacing Adelaide Oval as the national cricket board's preferred choice for the season opener.

That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Dilip Doshi, who passed away on June 23, was celebrated not only as one of India's finest left-arm spinners but also as a cricketer of rare character and amazing qualities, recalls veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Badminton and cricket are two of his favourite sports. He was here with us for about an hour, Vimal Kumar said.

Technically sound Sudharsan gets Shastri's vote for Eng Test tour

Technically sound Sudharsan gets Shastri's vote for Eng Test tour

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Shastri added that Shreyas Iyer, who has had a tremendous run in white-ball cricket for India as well as in the IPL, is another player who could get selected for the England tour, but would face stiff competition.

Will Kohli, Rohit lose BCCI Grade A+ contract?

Will Kohli, Rohit lose BCCI Grade A+ contract?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's grade A+ contract will continue despite their retirement: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

Why Hardik is Gavaskar's pick for ODI captain

Why Hardik is Gavaskar's pick for ODI captain

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

'What you see with Hardik Pandya as a captain is a sense of comfort with the rest of the team.'

Rohit announces Test retirement with immediate effect

Rohit announces Test retirement with immediate effect

Rediff.com7 May 2025

But Rohit's deplorable form in red-ball in red-ball cricket may have forced this decision.

Tried to bat like I used to in my childhood: Gill

Tried to bat like I used to in my childhood: Gill

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

After his magnificent double hundred against England, India skipper Shubman Gill on Thursday said he had stopped enjoying his batting in pursuit of runs but going back to basics and making some technical changes helped him rediscover the joy in his craft.

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, sprint queen P T Usha and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia are among the prominent sports personalities invited for Monday's ceremony.

Is Kohli Targeting Gavaskar?

Is Kohli Targeting Gavaskar?

Rediff.com10 May 2024

'It was important to keep up my strike rate through the innings so I wanted to take on the momentum.'

Kohli's UNBELIEVABLE Numbers!

Kohli's UNBELIEVABLE Numbers!

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Between 2014 and 2019, he scored 21 centuries in just 55 Tests. Among these were seven double centuries, the most by an Indian in Test cricket. Remarkably, six of those double tons came within a span of just 22 Tests.

PIX: Pacers Rattle England After Gill Masterclass

PIX: Pacers Rattle England After Gill Masterclass

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Gill earns glory with maiden double hundred, puts India on top in second Test

Gavaskar warns Team India ahead of ODI World Cup

Gavaskar warns Team India ahead of ODI World Cup

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar warned the Indian team not to forget the defeat against Australia, with the IPL set to get underway.

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A 'special message' from India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on the eve of Cameron Green's back surgery gave the Australian all-rounder the much-needed reassurance about his decision to go under the knife.

How Op Sindoor delayed Kohli's Test retirement....

How Op Sindoor delayed Kohli's Test retirement....

Rediff.com13 May 2025

According to a report Kohli had originally planned to announce his retirement on May 7-the same day Rohit Sharma bid farewell to the format

Gavaskar puts his finger on MI's problems

Gavaskar puts his finger on MI's problems

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In the absence of their regular captain Rishabh Pant, DC have also been struggling in the league.

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Jurel has produced a solid body of work in first-class and Test cricket alike, even though he displayed a completely different avatar for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a finisher since his debut in 2023.

Virat Kohli Walks Away Into The Sunset

Virat Kohli Walks Away Into The Sunset

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Questions will remain as to why he ended his Test career at the age of 36, despite being one of the fittest cricketers, and why he didn't wait to cross the 10,000-run mark, observes veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

Did India Mismanage Bumrah's Workload?

Did India Mismanage Bumrah's Workload?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'When you have a bowler taking wickets consistently, it's understandable that you tend to overbowl him. I don't think we can blame the team management for this.'

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Though there is no official word from the selection committee, signs point to Shami being left out of the touring party unless the medical team clears him with a positive report in the coming days.

They're still terrific fielders: Gavaskar backs Rohit, Kohli to play T20 WC

They're still terrific fielders: Gavaskar backs Rohit, Kohli to play T20 WC

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play in the T20 World Cup in June, saying the two senior players are not only the key batters but also terrific fielders in the Indian team.