News for 'Harbhajan Singh'

Squeezed like sugarcane: Bhajji slams Bumrah's overwork

Squeezed like sugarcane: Bhajji slams Bumrah's overwork

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Harbhajan Singh has strongly criticised the Indian team management for their handling of pacer Jasprit Bumrah

SEE: Dada, Kaif and an iconic sweater!

SEE: Dada, Kaif and an iconic sweater!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

On July 13, 2002, the Indian cricket team achieved an extraordinary victory on foreign soil by defeating a formidable England side in their own backyard to clinch the Natwest Tri-Series, which also featured Sri Lanka.

PHOTOS: Harbhajan's wife Geeta Basra celebrates birthday with Indian team

PHOTOS: Harbhajan's wife Geeta Basra celebrates birthday with Indian team

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

Bollywood actress and cricketer Harbhajan Singh's wife Geeta Basra celebrated her 32nd birthday with the Indian cricket team. Harbhajan Singh shared many pictures on social media and also tweeted a message for his wife. "Happy Bday to u, Happy Bday to u, Happy Bday to my lovely wifey. Should hv put more cake on ur face," Harbhajan posted on Twitter. "Happy Birthday Bhabhiji," tweeted young all-rounder Hardik Pandya.

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

Pix: Geeta Basra-Harbhajan's mehendi ceremony

Pix: Geeta Basra-Harbhajan's mehendi ceremony

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

A look at the pictures.

Harbhajan's exclusion baffles Saqlain

Harbhajan's exclusion baffles Saqlain

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

The former Pakistan off-spinner says despite Harbhajan's absence England will find India hard to beat in the upcoming Test series.

PHOTOS: Harbhajan-Geeta Basra tie the knot in Jalandhar

PHOTOS: Harbhajan-Geeta Basra tie the knot in Jalandhar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

In a ceremony attended by close relatives and friends the couple exchanged marriage vows through Sikh rituals at a Gurdwara in Jalandhar . The wedding was attended by no member of the film industry.

Gave him a lollypop to suck on: Harbhajan on Chahal's selection

Gave him a lollypop to suck on: Harbhajan on Chahal's selection

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

A day after India announced their squad for the all-important tour of South Africa, former spinner Harbhajan Singh on Friday questioned Yuzvendra Chahal's selection for the tour, and said that they gave him a "lollypop to suck on."

What makes Kishan truly special

What makes Kishan truly special

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'Felt MI lost twice today'

Cricket fraternity joins nation in mourning

Cricket fraternity joins nation in mourning

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Members of the Indian cricket fraternity expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families on Thursday after a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff in Gujarat's Ahmedabad.

'Rohit has 2 years left, Kohli can dominate for 5 more'

'Rohit has 2 years left, Kohli can dominate for 5 more'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Rohit can play for at least two more years, Virat may be five: Harbhajan Singh

Dhoni just compared Harbhajan, Tahir to wine

Dhoni just compared Harbhajan, Tahir to wine

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Dhoni picked Tahir for special praise, saying the South African is someone on whom he can depend no matter what the situation.

Important to consider Chahal for World Cup: Harbhajan

Important to consider Chahal for World Cup: Harbhajan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Yuzvendra Chahal last featured in the Indian ODI team in January.

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The plus point for Kuldeep Yadav is his ability to extract turn and bounce.

I am not jealous of you: Harbhajan tells Ashwin

I am not jealous of you: Harbhajan tells Ashwin

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Veteran India off- pinner Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday rejected the perception that he is jealous of Ravinchandran Ashwin, saying the Tamil Nadu bowler is a "legend in making".

Legends League: Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja

Legends League: Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh will be among a host of former stars in the India Maharaja team which will take part in the inaugural edition of the Legends League Cricket (LLC), starting on January 20 in Oman.

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

More than 25 crore workers engaged in sectors ranging from banking, insurance, postal to coal mining, highway and construction are expected to go on a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, potentially disrupting services across the country. A forum of 10 central trade unions and their associates has called for a general strike or 'Bharat Bandh' to "oppose the anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the government".

Harbhajan will bolster our spin department: Morgan

Harbhajan will bolster our spin department: Morgan

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Morgan said they have a good bench strength this season to deal with the challenges of injury and illness.

Ashwin says Harbhajan inspired him to be a spinner

Ashwin says Harbhajan inspired him to be a spinner

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Basking in the glory of becoming India's third highest Test wicket-taker, senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has revealed that he feared his career would not survive the chaos unleashed by the COVID-19 pandemic last year.

What Mrs Maxwell Told Indian Trolls

What Mrs Maxwell Told Indian Trolls

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'Requesting all cricket fans to stop such behaviour. Sanity and dignity are more important.'

Yet another milestone for Harbhajan

Yet another milestone for Harbhajan

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Harbhajan Singh surpasses Wasim Akram's Test scalps to climb to 9th in list.

Don't think Dhoni will play for India again: Harbhajan

Don't think Dhoni will play for India again: Harbhajan

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is unlikely to play for India again even if he has a fabulous IPL season for Chennai Super Kings, said Harbhajan Singh, reacting to the news of the former skipper being dropped from BCCI's list of centrally contracted players.

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A look at India's narrowest victories by run margin -- games that tested nerves, showcased grit, and etched unforgettable drama into Test history.

Young Dhoni was a shy, very quiet guy: Harbhajan

Young Dhoni was a shy, very quiet guy: Harbhajan

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Spinner Harbhajan Singh revealed said that former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was a very shy person when he first came into the Indian team and he only started opening up after the controversial Sydney Test against Australia in 2008.

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

'Cricket ke Don Bradman and Discipline ke Gandhi ji'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The Cricket fraternity extended wishes to 'Master Blaster' and India's 'God of Cricket', Sachin Tendulkar, as he turned 52 on Thursday.

Harbhajan to spend RS salary on education of farmers' daughters

Harbhajan to spend RS salary on education of farmers' daughters

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

Bhajji said that he has joined the RS to "contribute to the betterment" of the nation.

Swashbuckling Prabhsimran repays faith shown by Ponting

Swashbuckling Prabhsimran repays faith shown by Ponting

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'This is one platform that can help you achieve your goal of playing for India.'

Ramprakash comes out in Harbhajan's support

Ramprakash comes out in Harbhajan's support

Rediff.com16 Jan 2008

Former England batsman Mark Ramprakash has thrown his weight behind beleaguered Harbhajan Singh, saying the Indian is not the kind of person to racially abuse somebody.

IPL should happen as several lives depend on it: Harbhajan

IPL should happen as several lives depend on it: Harbhajan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

The BCCI has suspended the IPL till April 15 but the tournament is increasingly looking unlikely given the current nationwide lockdown to contain the virus. Harbhajan Singh says he won't mind Indian Premier League played in empty stadiums but the event should go ahead when the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control as several livelihoods are dependent on the it.

Jadeja reacts to retirement rumours

Jadeja reacts to retirement rumours

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Jadeja had a fine spell of 1/30 in 10 overs, with an economy of 3.00, taking a crucial wicket of Tom Latham in the CT final on Sunday.

Why is Andrew Symonds blaming Harbhajan?

Why is Andrew Symonds blaming Harbhajan?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Former Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds says the 'monkeygate' incident during the home series against India in 2008 triggered his downfall in international cricket and even led to bouts of 'binge drinking'.

Harbhajan hearing on September 29

Harbhajan hearing on September 29

Rediff.com26 Sep 2005

The Punjab Cricket Association has summoned the ace off-spinner following his outburst against coach Greg Chappell.

'Harbhajan did nothing'

'Harbhajan did nothing'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

India's management backed Harbhajan Singh following reports that he made monkey gestures to the crowd during the first tri-series final against Australia.

Teammates Harbhajan, Rayudu involved in heated exchange of words

Teammates Harbhajan, Rayudu involved in heated exchange of words

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Mumbai Indians' match against Rising Pune Supergiants at the Maharashtra Cricket Stadium in Pune saw an unprecedented incident when two MI players were involved in a heated exchange. Tempers flared in the 11th over of Pune innings when Rayudu failed to stop a boundary despite putting a splendid dive near the boundary rope. A dejected Harbhajan could be seen abusing at his MI teammate. An angry Rayudu gave it back to Harbhajan. Soon, both the players started to walk towards each other. As the situation turned delicate with both players coming eye to eye, Harbhajan showed maturity to calm his teammate. However in Harbhajan's next over, the duo could be seen patching up with each other after the wicket of Supergiants batsman Peter Handscomb. This is not the first time, Harbhajan is involved in a heated altercation in the Indian Premier League.

Harbhajan temporarily suspended from IPL

Harbhajan temporarily suspended from IPL

Rediff.com26 Apr 2008

Harbhajan Singh has been temporarily suspended from the IPL after video evidence against him in the clash with S Sreesanth.

Harbhajan doubtful for first ODI

Harbhajan doubtful for first ODI

Rediff.com5 Feb 2006

The off-spinner is a doubtful starter for the first ODI against Pakistan on Monday due to an injury to his bowling finger.

PIX: Ganguly, Harbhajan get inked!

PIX: Ganguly, Harbhajan get inked!

Rediff.com19 May 2019

Sports stars stepped out to cast their vote

Harbhajan wishes Onam to 'friend' Sreesanth

Harbhajan wishes Onam to 'friend' Sreesanth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'Happy Onam to all Malayali friends .. specially to my friend @sreesanth36'

'Absolutely insane!': Tendulkar, Lara hail Vaibhav's historic ton

'Absolutely insane!': Tendulkar, Lara hail Vaibhav's historic ton

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest centurion in T20 cricket as he fired Rajasthan Royals to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans.

Harbhajan named 'Sikh Sportsperson of the Year'

Harbhajan named 'Sikh Sportsperson of the Year'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2011

Feisty Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh was chosen 'Sikh Sportsperson of the Year' at the World Sikh Awards 2011 for his 'contribution to the Indian cricket team's World Cup triumph'.