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T20 WC: 'He'll be a different Hardik Pandya when he wears that blue jersey'

T20 WC: 'He'll be a different Hardik Pandya when he wears that blue jersey'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has nothing but empathy for Hardik Pandya as he navigates a challenging phase in his career and is hopeful that the all-rounder, who "hasn't been a free man in the last two months", will become one during next month's T20 World Cup.

Don't copy Kohli's captaincy style, Harbhajan advises Rahane

Don't copy Kohli's captaincy style, Harbhajan advises Rahane

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

India's Ajinkya Rahane has his own personality and it would be a mistake for him to try and copy Virat Kohli's leadership style in the final three Tests against Australia, former test spinner Harbhajan Singh has said.

Harbhajan, Yuvraj threaten action against Majeed

Harbhajan, Yuvraj threaten action against Majeed

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

Top Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh, on Tuesday, rubbished the reported claims of a London-based bookie Mazhar Majeed that he had "access" to them, saying that they had never even met him.

Harbhajan's five best moments in Test cricket

Harbhajan's five best moments in Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Following Harbhajan Singh's feat of capturing 400 Test wickets, rediff.com looks back on his five best moments in Test cricket.

Stats: Harbhajan continues golden run with bat

Stats: Harbhajan continues golden run with bat

Rediff.com15 Nov 2010

The statistical highlights at the end of fourth day's play in the second Test between India and New Zealand in Hyderabad, on Monday.

Tough to bowl to an unknown batsmen: Harbhajan

Tough to bowl to an unknown batsmen: Harbhajan

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

Mumbai Indians off-spinner Harbhajan Singh says the toughest challenge for him is bowling to unknown batsmen in Twenty20 cricket.

Harbhajan reported again for suspect action

Harbhajan reported again for suspect action

Rediff.com21 Mar 2005

"The report relates specifically to the bowler's action when delivering the `doosra'," said match referee Chris Broad.

Harbhajan denies he apologised to Symonds for 'monkeygate' row

Harbhajan denies he apologised to Symonds for 'monkeygate' row

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

Andrew Symonds claimed India spinner Harbhajan Singh 'broke down crying' while making peace after the infamous 'monkeygate' episode had sent the former Australian all-rounder into a downward spiral.

We proved critics wrong, says Harbhajan

We proved critics wrong, says Harbhajan

Rediff.com20 Jan 2008

Off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said India have proved their critics wrong by winning the third cricket Test against Australia on the fast and bouncy WACA track in Perth.

Harbhajan demands more from MI captain Rohit

Harbhajan demands more from MI captain Rohit

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

After his stellar all-round performance against Kings XI Punjab went in vain, senior off-spinner Harbhajan Singh attributed Mumbai Indian's 18-run loss to top-order collapse.

'A thorough gentleman': Modi, Gambhir remember Gaekwad

'A thorough gentleman': Modi, Gambhir remember Gaekwad

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Anshuman Gaekwad, who served Indian cricket as a player, coach and selector, succumbed to blood cancer on Wednesday night.

Target tough but not unachievable: Harbhajan

Target tough but not unachievable: Harbhajan

Rediff.com28 Dec 2007

With the pitch at the MCG deteriorating, Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh admitted on Friday that chasing the Australian target of 499 would be a tough task for the visitors, but hoped that their formidable line-up will stand up to the challenge.

Harbhajan helps India thrash England by 90 runs

Harbhajan helps India thrash England by 90 runs

Rediff.com23 Sep 2012

Off-spinner Harbhajan Singh made a memorable comeback as a India relied on a clinical all-round performance to thrash defending champions England by a whopping 90-run margin in their final group league match of the ICC World Twenty20 in Colombo.

Harbhajan doubtful for 2nd ODI

Harbhajan doubtful for 2nd ODI

Rediff.com9 Feb 2006

The off-spinner said though his injured finger is healing quickly, he does not want to take any risks.\n

'Pathan, Harbhajan were rested'

'Pathan, Harbhajan were rested'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2006

'We are looking at the Champions Trophy and World Cup,' team manager Ravi Sawant said.

Third US aircraft with 112 Indian deportees lands at Amritsar

Third US aircraft with 112 Indian deportees lands at Amritsar

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

A US military aircraft carrying 112 Indian deportees landed at the Amritsar airport late on Sunday night, marking the third such flight in recent weeks. The deportees, who hail from various states across India, will be allowed to return home after completing necessary immigration procedures. The deportations are part of a crackdown by the Donald Trump administration against illegal immigrants.

Harbhajan on why Jadeja was preferred ahead of Ashwin

Harbhajan on why Jadeja was preferred ahead of Ashwin

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh endorses India's decision to pick Ravindra Jadeja ahead Ravichandran Ashwin in the first Test against England.

Harbhajan banned from IPL

Harbhajan banned from IPL

Rediff.com28 Apr 2008

India spinner Harbhajan Singh was banned for the remainder of the Indian Premier League tournament after he was found guilty on Monday of slapping compatriot Shanthakumaran Sreesanth. IPL commissioner Lalit Modi told a news conference that the cricketer has been fined all of his match fees from the tournament.

Kumble bats for Harbhajan's inclusion in Indian squad

Kumble bats for Harbhajan's inclusion in Indian squad

Rediff.com2 Sep 2012

Former captain Anil Kumble pitched in for the inclusion of Harbhajan Singh in the Indian squad for the home series against Australia and England later this year.

Harbhajan hungry for success in Australia

Harbhajan hungry for success in Australia

Rediff.com16 Oct 2007

Off spinner Harbhajan Singh is keen to emulate his domestic success against Australia when India embark on their Test tour starting in December.

Harbhajan reckons dropping Gayle proved costly

Harbhajan reckons dropping Gayle proved costly

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Mumbai Indians captain Harbhajan Singh has rued that the reprieve given to Chris Gayle early in Royal Challengers Bangalore's run chase cost his side their IPL match on Wednesday.

I have plans for Lara: Harbhajan

I have plans for Lara: Harbhajan

Rediff.com23 Oct 2006

The ace off-spinner said he is looking forward to bowling to the Caribbean batsmen, particularly Lara, in Thursday's Champions Trophy tie.

Harbhajan's action under scrutiny

Harbhajan's action under scrutiny

Rediff.com16 Nov 2004

Australian media reported that the Indian off-spinner features in the list of seven bowlers with highly suspect action drawn by ICC.

Harbhajan's 'all-rounder' riddle shocks Black Caps

Harbhajan's 'all-rounder' riddle shocks Black Caps

Rediff.com18 Nov 2010

New Zealand's cricketers may have previously regarded Harbhajan Singh as little more than nuisance value with the bat, but the latter has now emerged as a genuine all round threat with two back to back Test hundreds as the tourists look to do the unthinkable -- win a test series in India for the first time.

'Slapgate' thing of past for Sreesanth, Harbhajan

'Slapgate' thing of past for Sreesanth, Harbhajan

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

The 'slapgate' incident two years ago is now a thing of the past and they have moved on in their lives, both Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth said on Monday.

IPL PHOTOS: Mumbai Indians lose but Harbhajan steals the show

IPL PHOTOS: Mumbai Indians lose but Harbhajan steals the show

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Mumbai Indians lost their IPL cricket match against Kings XI Punjab by 18 runs.

Jet Airways pilot assaulted woman passenger: Harbhajan

Jet Airways pilot assaulted woman passenger: Harbhajan

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

An expat pilot with Jet Airways hurled "racist" comments at and assaulted a woman and also abused a physically challenged person on a flight, cricketer Harbhajan Singh claimed.

Harbhajan eyes Surrey future with optimism

Harbhajan eyes Surrey future with optimism

Rediff.com31 May 2005

The Indian off-spinner will make his Surrey debut in a four-day game against Warwickshire starting on Wednesday.

ICC lauds Harbhajan for 'adapting action and bowling legally'

ICC lauds Harbhajan for 'adapting action and bowling legally'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

ICC CEO David Richardson lauded Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh for correcting his bowling action after being called twice in his career and making it absolutely legal, insisting that there's no conspiracy in the timing on the crackdown of illegal actions.

Harbhajan's bowling action okayed by ICC

Harbhajan's bowling action okayed by ICC

Rediff.com3 Mar 2005

Harbhajan was reported for a suspect action when bowling his 'doosra' delivery by match officials during the second test against Bangladesh.

Harbhajan shines for Surrey

Harbhajan shines for Surrey

Rediff.com9 Jul 2005

The Indian off-spinner scored an attacking 84 for Surrey against Gloucestershire in a County Championship Division One match.

Harbhajan to correct action in Melbourne

Harbhajan to correct action in Melbourne

Rediff.com3 Feb 2005

The ace off-spinner will leave for Melbourne next week to correct his bowling action under Bruce Elliot.

Harbhajan can match my Test record: Muralitharan

Harbhajan can match my Test record: Muralitharan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Retiring Sri Lankan spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan on Wednesday said among the current crop of slow bowlers, only Harbhajan Singh can match his record of scalping nearly 800 Test wickets.

Harbhajan wants referral system in ODIs too

Harbhajan wants referral system in ODIs too

Rediff.com12 Feb 2009

India's temperamental spinner Harbhajan Singh wants the umpire referral system to be implemented in one-dayers also to avoid dubious umpiring decisions like the ones Sachin Tendulkar got in the recently-concluded ODI series against Sri Lanka. Such types of rules, he said, benefits the game as well as the players.

'We Weren't Ready': Cricket World Reacts as Kohli Quits Tests

'We Weren't Ready': Cricket World Reacts as Kohli Quits Tests

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The cricketing fraternity on Monday paid glowing tributes to India's batting talisman Virat Kohli on his retirement from the longest format after an illustrious 14-year-career.

Controversial Hair questions Harbhajan's action in new book

Controversial Hair questions Harbhajan's action in new book

Rediff.com24 Aug 2011

Former Australian umpire Darrell Hair, who triggered a storm by accusing Sri Lankan off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan of chucking 16 years ago, says Indian tweaker Harbhajan Singh is also among the bowlers with "highly suspicious action".

Spotted: Harbhajan and Sachin

Spotted: Harbhajan and Sachin

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

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'Neeraj, Nadeem show sport is beyond boundaries'

'Neeraj, Nadeem show sport is beyond boundaries'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Nadeem clinched the gold medal with a stunning Olympic record throw of 92.97m while defending champion Chopra took the silver

Harbhajan firm on not signing WADA clause

Harbhajan firm on not signing WADA clause

Rediff.com8 Aug 2009

India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh on Saturday stood firm on his objection to the controversial WADA 'whereabouts' clause, saying he is not bound by the 'unacceptable' rule. The feisty off-spinner said he would want to be remembered like Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev after he retires.

Star value not a factor: Harbhajan

Star value not a factor: Harbhajan

Rediff.com29 Sep 2006

The off-spinner said the team would bounce back after the disappointing showing in the Kuala Lumpur tri-series.