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Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Steve Smith is the 15th player to go past the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket.

'India Will Bounce Back'

'India Will Bounce Back'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'You have to think positive and play positively only then you will get a positive result.'

PIX: BCCI felicitates Gavaskar with special India cap

PIX: BCCI felicitates Gavaskar with special India cap

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Sunil Gavaskar, who appeared for the first time in Test cricket 50 years ago today, March 6, 1971, was presented with a special India cap by BCCI secretary during the lunch interval on Day 3 of the fourth and final Test between India and England at the Narendra Modi stadium.

Jaiswal's baptism by fire: Can he survive the Aussie attack?

Jaiswal's baptism by fire: Can he survive the Aussie attack?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Jaiswal has made a reputation as one of the most ferocious Test openers in a long time, capable of scoring fast and big both.

Injured Akash Deep sidelined for Sydney Test

Injured Akash Deep sidelined for Sydney Test

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Gambhir said the playing XI would be decided after taking a look at the pitch.

Siraj's fiery send-off sets Adelaide Oval ablaze

Siraj's fiery send-off sets Adelaide Oval ablaze

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Mohammed Siraj's fiery send-off to Travis Head ignited a hostile atmosphere at the Adelaide Oval during the second Test between India and Australia on Saturday.

Bumrah 'nightmare' comes to haunt Marsh in backyard

Bumrah 'nightmare' comes to haunt Marsh in backyard

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Marsh, cracked up the audience, including the great Allan Border, at the Australian Cricket Awards 2025 on Sunday night in Melbourne, with a hilarious anecdote.

What India's Absence In WTC Final Cost Lord's

What India's Absence In WTC Final Cost Lord's

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Lord's suffers a loss of 4 million pounds in ticket sales due to India's absence in WTC final.

Gavaskar, Ponting call for Rohit's inclusion

Gavaskar, Ponting call for Rohit's inclusion

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

Indian openers Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal looked clueless against the Australian attack in both the innings.

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Rediff.com12 May 2025

As he closes the most revered chapter of his career, here are some of his best Test knocks:

Shami won't be rushed to Australia; to play Mushtaq Ali T20s

Shami won't be rushed to Australia; to play Mushtaq Ali T20s

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami, who made a stunning return to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy, was selected for Bengal's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20.

Team India Lands In Brisbane

Team India Lands In Brisbane

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Players, including Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Washington Sundar, were spotted at Brisbane Airport, greeted by a small group of enthusiastic fans.

Washi To Get Nod For Adelaide Test?

Washi To Get Nod For Adelaide Test?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Sundar is expected to keep his place for the day night Test in Adelaide.

'Don't Forget Siraj Is A DSP Now'

'Don't Forget Siraj Is A DSP Now'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Devon Conway had a lively moment or two with a heated Mohammed Siraj after driving him for a boundary in the 15th over.

'We'll take that': Rohit hails India's resilience

'We'll take that': Rohit hails India's resilience

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma hailed the resilience of the lower-order batters after his team managed to salvage a crucial draw in the rain-hit third Test against Australia in Brisbane

Unbelievable! Bumrah's Bat Outshines Kohli

Unbelievable! Bumrah's Bat Outshines Kohli

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli's struggles in Test cricket hit a new low as he joined an unusual list of players dominated by tailenders.

Rohit expects Pant to bat with responsibility

Rohit expects Pant to bat with responsibility

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'It's about (match) situation as well. If there is a risk percentage in certain situation of the game, do you want to take that risk? Do you want to let the opposition come back into the game? Those are the things he needs to figure out himself.'

Benefited a lot from working with Jassibhai: Rana

Benefited a lot from working with Jassibhai: Rana

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

India pacer Harshit Rana credited seasoned speedster Jasprit Bumrah for shaping his consistency and adaptability at the highest level.

Marsh ruled out of Champions Trophy, doubtful for IPL

Marsh ruled out of Champions Trophy, doubtful for IPL

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

CA said the national selection panel will be meeting soon to name a replacement of Marsh, who was picked in the 15-member side for the competition alongside other all-rounders Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis.

When It Was Bradman Versus India

When It Was Bradman Versus India

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

History has not seen a cricketing rivalry as fierce as this this century, every ball bowled every run taken, coming with no quarter given. Ahead of India's five Test tour of Australia, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com takes a walk down memory lane, recounting India's sojourns Down Under from 1947 to 2021, in a 4-part series.

Hazlewood Takes Kohli By Surprise

Hazlewood Takes Kohli By Surprise

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Virat Kohli fell victim to a well-directed short ball from Josh Hazlewood.

Why Gavaskar can't praise Rahane's captaincy

Why Gavaskar can't praise Rahane's captaincy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Gavaskar was impressed with Rahane's field placements

Will Kohli heed Manjrekar's advice?

Will Kohli heed Manjrekar's advice?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Former India all-rounder Sanjay Bangar voiced his support for Kohli, expressing confidence in the batter's ability to make a strong comeback thanks to his fitness.

Ravi Shastri Lights Up Wankhede!

Ravi Shastri Lights Up Wankhede!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

50 years later, Ravi Shastri walked the audience through the unforgettable over with flair, sharing details about each shot.

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'The captain of a country doesn't opt out of the final Test match of a series, a final-deciding Test match.'

Gavaskar banks on players' performance in T20 World Cup

Gavaskar banks on players' performance in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

A mentor can only help as much because it is the players who will have to go out there and perform the "actual task", the legendary Sunil Gavaskar said on the appointment of Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the Indian team mentor for the T20 World Cup.

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Gavaskar also cited fielding as one the reason for India's below-par performance.

Look Who's In Indian Dressing Room!

Look Who's In Indian Dressing Room!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Cameras captured the India captain in the dressing room on Monday, November 25, seated alongside Head Coach Gautam Gambhir as he watched the action unfold in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener.

McSweeney 'devastated' after axing from Australia squad

McSweeney 'devastated' after axing from Australia squad

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Rookie Australia opener Nathan McSweeney admitted feeling "devastated" after being dropped for the last two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, but vowed to work hard to reclaim his spot in the national team.

Sweeney eyeing Khawaja's place in Australia's Test side

Sweeney eyeing Khawaja's place in Australia's Test side

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

A "devastating" omission after below-par performances in the Border-Gavaskar series notwithstanding, opener Nathan McSweeney has not given up hope of returning to Australia's Test setup, saying he will try his luck as a long-term replacement for Usman Khawaja once the batting stalwart retires.

Head gets the nod over Konstas for Sri Lanka Test opener

Head gets the nod over Konstas for Sri Lanka Test opener

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Travis Head impressed in Australia's 2023 tour of India showing his proficiency against spin

Bairstow hits back at Gavaskar over 'uninterested' comment

Bairstow hits back at Gavaskar over 'uninterested' comment

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

England opener Jonny Bairstow has hit back at Sunil Gavaskar for questioning his intent in the Test series, saying the Indian legend is more than welcome to call or message him and discuss about his 'will' to play the longest format.

BUMRAH IS ICC MEN'S CRICKETER OF THE YEAR!

BUMRAH IS ICC MEN'S CRICKETER OF THE YEAR!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Bumrah's 2024 exploits were a masterclass in skill, precision, and relentless consistency,' ICC said in a statement.

Bumrah's INCREDIBLE year earns ICC Test Cricketer Honour

Bumrah's INCREDIBLE year earns ICC Test Cricketer Honour

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah was on Monday named ICC men's Test Cricketer of the Year for excelling in both home and away conditions

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

There cannot be a bigger blessing than a second shot at a healthy life for children born with congenital heart disease, said the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, whose biggest pledge on his 72nd birthday is to bring smiles on those cute little faces.

'Kohli Just Went Overboard'

'Kohli Just Went Overboard'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

'Physical contact in Melbourne and the sandpaper incident in Sydney were out of line.'

'Australia Is Ripe For The Taking'

'Australia Is Ripe For The Taking'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

'My prediction is a 3-1 win for India.'

Rahul can be groomed as a future India captain: Gavaskar

Rahul can be groomed as a future India captain: Gavaskar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar feels K L Rahul is captaincy material and should be groomed as a future leader of the Indian cricket team. Gavaskar made the comments after Virat Kohli announced that he would step down from T20 captaincy after the World Cup.

'Don't walk out now, Rohit'

'Don't walk out now, Rohit'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan shared his thoughts on skipper Rohit Sharma's retirement after the completion of the ongoing series.

Ranji Trophy: Gill hits century but Punjab lose to Karnataka

Ranji Trophy: Gill hits century but Punjab lose to Karnataka

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Punjab captain Shubman Gill struck a classy century but failed to save his team from an innings defeat to Karnataka in their Ranji Trophy Group C match.