News for 'Harbhajan Singh'

Will Paris Champ Be Stripped Of Gold Medal?

Will Paris Champ Be Stripped Of Gold Medal?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won gold in the women's 66kg boxing event at Paris 2024, is facing mounting calls to be stripped of her medal. A leaked medical report reveals that Khelif has internal testicles, an XY chromosomal pattern, and male testosterone levels.

Kumble, Harbhajan sure for World Cup : Dravid

Kumble, Harbhajan sure for World Cup : Dravid

Rediff.com30 Jan 2007

India's captain also said off-spinner Ramesh Powar is competing for a spot with one of the pace bowlers.

ICC receives report on Harbhajan

ICC receives report on Harbhajan

Rediff.com2 Mar 2005

The ICC confirmed that it had received a report on the bowling action of India bowler Harbhajan Singh from the BCCI.

Finding momentum early key to IPL success: Bhajji

Finding momentum early key to IPL success: Bhajji

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Mumbai Indians will be looking for redemption in this edition's IPL after finishing at the bottom of the table in 2022.

ICC clarifies on Harbhajan

ICC clarifies on Harbhajan

Rediff.com19 Jan 2005

The off-spinner will not receive the benefits of a new proposal that allows for a bowler to straighten his arm upto 15 degrees.

BCCI asks Harbhajan not to speak to the media

BCCI asks Harbhajan not to speak to the media

Rediff.com9 Mar 2008

The cricket board has told off-spinner Harbhajan Singh to stop talking to the media on the just-concluded tour of Australia where he was involved in the racism controversy.

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite 200 Club!

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite 200 Club!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

This achievement makes him the third Indian to surpass 3000 runs and claim over 250 wickets in Tests.

Harbhajan thrives on responsibility: Pollock

Harbhajan thrives on responsibility: Pollock

Rediff.com6 Oct 2011

Mumbai Indians coach Shaun Pollock on Thursday lauded Harbhajan Singh's captaincy in the Champions League T20 tournament, saying the offspinner thrives on responsibility and "lead the team from the front".

'Bhajji, always loved your aggression on the field'

'Bhajji, always loved your aggression on the field'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Former players including Sachin Tendukar, VVS Laxman, and current players like Yuzvendra Chahal and Mayank Agarwal paid tribute to Harbhajan Singh, who retired from cricket.

Indian team dependent on Kohli and Rohit: Harbhajan

Indian team dependent on Kohli and Rohit: Harbhajan

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh stated that the current team is very much dependent on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The Chennai Super Kings off-spinner believes that other players in the team lack self-belief as when Rohit and Kohli perish cheaply, they end up losing majority of games.

Drop Harbhajan, play Mishra: Akram

Drop Harbhajan, play Mishra: Akram

Rediff.com27 Jul 2011

India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh on Wednesday came under severe criticism from Wasim Akram for his performance at Lord's with the former Pakistan captain calling for the inclusion of leg-spinner Amit Mishra in his place.

'Harbhajan and Munaf will not be released by Mumbai Indians'

'Harbhajan and Munaf will not be released by Mumbai Indians'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Captain Harbhajan Singh and fast bowler Munaf Patel will be retained by Mumbai Indians for the next edition of the Indian Premier League. Amidst media speculation, IPL sources dismissed talk that the names of the two players figure in the list of players to be released by the franchise.

Injury ends Harbhajan's tour

Injury ends Harbhajan's tour

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

Team manager Shivlal Yadav said the off-spinner will play no further part in the tour of Australia after electing to have surgery on his injured finger.

Ponting joins the Harbhajan bashing

Ponting joins the Harbhajan bashing

Rediff.com10 May 2008

Ricky Ponting has urged the Indian public to make its own judgement on Harbhajan Singh, after the off-spinner's attack on S Sreesanth.

Harbhajan confident of clearing tests

Harbhajan confident of clearing tests

Rediff.com25 Dec 2004

Harbhajan Singh said he had not stopped bowling the 'doosra' and was confident of coming out clean in the tests.

Why Harbhajan's Khel Ratna application was rejected

Why Harbhajan's Khel Ratna application was rejected

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Harbhajan's nomination for Khel Ratna award has been rejected by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) on grounds that his documents reached late.

Harbhajan down with fever

Harbhajan down with fever

Rediff.com25 Oct 2004

Team sources said a decision whether to play the ace off-spinner in the third Test will be taken on Tuesday morning.

Harbhajan impresses for Surrey

Harbhajan impresses for Surrey

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

The Indian off-spinner took three wickets to help bundle out Durham for 191 in the first innings of their County Championship match.

Harbhajan cleared of monkey business

Harbhajan cleared of monkey business

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

ICC Match Referee Jeff Crowe ruled out action against the bowler, who is alleged to have made monkey gestures towards crowd at the SCG during the first final of the CB Tri-series against Australia.

Harbhajan needs professional help, says Webster

Harbhajan needs professional help, says Webster

Rediff.com16 May 2008

Renowned sports psychologist Rudi Webster has advised banned India spinner Harbhajan Singh to seek professional help to cope with the emotional demands of competitive cricket. Harbhajan was banned for five one-day internationals this week for a slapping incident involving Shanthakumaran Sreesanth during a domestic Twenty20 league match last month.

Harbhajan dismisses fitness doubts

Harbhajan dismisses fitness doubts

Rediff.com17 Mar 2008

The ace off-spinner, who was picked in the 15-man team for the South Africa series despite not undergoing a fitness test, declared he is full fit and raring to go.

Harbhajan summoned for ICC hearing

Harbhajan summoned for ICC hearing

Rediff.com5 Jan 2008

If found guilty, the Indian off-spinner could face a ban of between two and four Tests or between four and eight ODIs.

Harbhajan rescued by Indian Air Force

Harbhajan rescued by Indian Air Force

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

India cricketer Harbhajan Singh, who was stranded in Joshimath due to incessant rains while on a pilgrimage, was rescued and taken to safety by the Indian Air Force.

India's pink-ball shyness leaves Harbhajan perplexed

India's pink-ball shyness leaves Harbhajan perplexed

Rediff.com18 May 2018

India's reluctance to play a day-night Test on their next tour of Australia has surprised spinner Harbhajan Singh, who remains convinced that Virat Kohli's team are skilled enough to conquer the challenges of pink-ball cricket.

Aussies made vulgar remarks: Harbhajan

Aussies made vulgar remarks: Harbhajan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

Harbhajan Singh said it was a barrage of vulgar personal remarks from the Australian fielders that provoked him to a verbal duel.

Dhoni, Harbhajan clear fitness test

Dhoni, Harbhajan clear fitness test

Rediff.com21 Mar 2008

Ending the speculation surrounding off-spinner Harbhajan Singh and ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's fitness, the BCCI on Friday said the duo has recovered from injuries and would be available for the three-Test series against South Africa starting next week.

Harbhajan's absence hurting India: Akram

Harbhajan's absence hurting India: Akram

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram feels that the absence of experienced off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is costing India dearly on the bouncy Australian pitches as Ravichandran Ashwin is only good enough for sub-continental wickets.

Harbhajan takes five for Surrey

Harbhajan takes five for Surrey

Rediff.com29 Jul 2007

Surrey's India discard had a match haul of 9 for 128 against Worcestershire.

'It's great to have Harbhajan's vision and ideas back into the team'

'It's great to have Harbhajan's vision and ideas back into the team'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

India Test captain Virat Kohli says senior off-spinner Harbhajan Singh will have a crucial role to play in the upcoming series in Sri Lanka.

Harbhajan slams coach Chappell

Harbhajan slams coach Chappell

Rediff.com26 Sep 2005

Harbhajan slapped Sreesanth, not elbowed: Nanavati

Harbhajan slapped Sreesanth, not elbowed: Nanavati

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

Justice (retd) Sudhir Nanavati, who headed the 'slapgate' inquiry, contradicted S Sreesanth's claim that he was elbowed by Harbhajan Singh in the 2008 IPL incident, saying the pacer was indeed slapped by his then India teammate.

Hayden regrets remark on Harbhajan

Hayden regrets remark on Harbhajan

Rediff.com16 Mar 2008

Matthew Hayden said he had made a mistake by calling Harbhajan Singh an 'obnoxious weed' and was keen to patch up.

'Ashwin has the right to take his own call'

'Ashwin has the right to take his own call'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

An astute reader of the game both on and off the field, Ashwin might have gauged what was in store going forward and that perhaps made it easier for him to take a call.

Harbhajan, Srinath, Amla, Cook awarded MCC life membership

Harbhajan, Srinath, Amla, Cook awarded MCC life membership

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Women cricketers Sara McGlashan and Sarah Taylor were also handed the honour.

Aussie media targets Harbhajan again

Aussie media targets Harbhajan again

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

The off-spinner was alleged to have made monkey gestures towards the crowd during India's victory in the first tri-series final.

Harbhajan shines for Surrey

Harbhajan shines for Surrey

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

The Indian off-spinner claimed three wickets for one run off 24 balls against Yorkshire.

Dravid lauds Harbhajan, Zaheer knocks

Dravid lauds Harbhajan, Zaheer knocks

Rediff.com11 Oct 2008

Rahul Dravid praised Harbhajan Singh and Zaheer Khan for their dogged display with the bat that helped India fight back on Day 3 of the first Test against Australia in Bangalore on Saturday. Harbhajan smashed 54, his third half-century in as many matches against Australia, adding 80 runs for the eighth wicket with Zaheer Khan, who was not out on 35, as India amassed 313 for 8 in the first innings in reply to Australia's 430.

Guv calls emergency meet as Bengal women hit the streets again

Guv calls emergency meet as Bengal women hit the streets again

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

In a rerun of the 'Reclaim the Night' campaign, hundreds of women took to the streets in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal on Sunday night, demanding justice for the alleged rape and murder of a doctor in the state-run R G Kar Medical College and Hospital.

Marc Portus to study Harbhajan's action

Marc Portus to study Harbhajan's action

Rediff.com18 May 2005

The Australian Institute of Sport bio-mechanist is expected to take two weeks to complete the project.