News for 'IMPRESSIVE FIFTY'

Harry Brook smashes into record books

Harry Brook smashes into record books

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

On a tense Day 4 at The Oval, the England batter blazed his way to a 98-ball century, dragging his team back into the contest and into the history books.

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Sudharsan made the most of the 'life' and went on to score a patient 50, his maiden Test half-century.

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will be playing an ODI World Cup final for the third time, having finished runners-up in 2005 and 2017 to Australia and England, respectively. This will be South Africa's maiden appearance in the final.

Smith Beats Tendulkar's Record in High-Stakes ICC Games

Smith Beats Tendulkar's Record in High-Stakes ICC Games

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Steve Smith has once again proved why he's Australia's go-to man in crunch matches-by eclipsing none other than Sachin Tendulkar in a major ICC knockout record.

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Sarfaraz might have to try batting at No.3 for Mumbai to remain in scheme of things

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin questioned India's team selection for the West Indies Test series, highlighting the curious case of Nitish Reddy's inclusion over proven match-winner Axar Patel.

Ankit, Siddarth shine but Central close in on Duleep glory

Ankit, Siddarth shine but Central close in on Duleep glory

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

South leads by a mere 64 runs, and Central should be able to surmount the target without much fuss on the fifth day on Monday.

Super 4s: SL look to continue unbeaten run as B'desh beckon

Super 4s: SL look to continue unbeaten run as B'desh beckon

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

In all the three group matches, Sri Lanka thrived while chasing and one would expect the Islanders to continue the same trend if they win the toss on Saturday.

Ever-reliable Rahul hits another major milestone!

Ever-reliable Rahul hits another major milestone!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

K L Rahul, the most consistent performer with the bat for the visitors so far in the series, completed 9,000 runs in international cricket across all formats.

Rejected by Pakistan, Kaleem Makes History

Rejected by Pakistan, Kaleem Makes History

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

On Friday night in Abu Dhabi, that same man -- now 43 and wearing Oman's colours -- stood tall against cricket's biggest stars and proved that dreams have no expiry date.

Big-Match Ben Set for Old Trafford Explosion?

Big-Match Ben Set for Old Trafford Explosion?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

With England heading to Manchester's Old Trafford Stadium with a 2-1 lead, the hosts will be hoping that 'Big Match Stokes'-who has been exceptional and all guns blazing with the ball-shows up with the bat as well.

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

KL Rahul's post after India's painful Lord's Test loss reminded fans that cricket is as much about resilience and learning as it is about results.

'Shah Rukh Treated Us Like Family At KKR'

'Shah Rukh Treated Us Like Family At KKR'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

'For him, win or defeat never mattered, he always told us to give our best and never worry about the results.'

WC: England down NZ, deny Devine fairytale farewell

WC: England down NZ, deny Devine fairytale farewell

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

After her early dismissal, Georgia Plimmer brought some spark to the White Ferns' innings, taking on the English attack with a flurry of boundaries.

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The report also indicated that Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are unlikely to get a call-up to the T20I squad as the team management might not upset the team's core combination.

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

"Just being compared, I saw it as a huge privilege": South Africa's Dewald Brevis embraces 'Baby AB' legacy

Asia Cup: Meet The Record Breakers!

Asia Cup: Meet The Record Breakers!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Who has scored the most runs in Asia Cup? Who has taken the most wickets?

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

In the recently concluded five-match Test series against England, India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stood tall as a beacon of determination, battling through injuries to deliver a string of gutsy, crowd-pleasing knocks that underlined his value to the side.

Young Indian star joins county side Hampshire

Young Indian star joins county side Hampshire

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Young India batter Tilak Varma has signed with Hampshire to play four matches in the ongoing Rothesay County Championship between June 22 and August 1.

5 Stars Ignored For Asia Cup

5 Stars Ignored For Asia Cup

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Despite outstanding performances in the IPL and on the international stage, several big names failed to make the cut.

All eyes on Rahul as he closes in on historic milestone

All eyes on Rahul as he closes in on historic milestone

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

KL has answered his doubters emphatically in this series, registering at least one fifty-plus score in every Test so far.

'The One': Shikhar Dhawan Reveals All In His New Book

'The One': Shikhar Dhawan Reveals All In His New Book

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Known for his flamboyant strokeplay, signature moustache twirl, and unwavering resilience, Shikhar Dhawan is now ready to turn the spotlight inward, sharing his personal story beyond boundaries and big scores.

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Bavuma said his hamstring was 'feeling good' ahead of his return, and the South African skipper also confirmed he would bat at number three for the opening match of the three-game series behind openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram.

Sri Lanka knock Afghanistan out of Asia Cup

Sri Lanka knock Afghanistan out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Sri Lanka show exit door to Afghanistan, qualify for Super 4s alongside Bangladesh

Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Kishan's ton, Shami's late magic: Big names rule Ranji

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Here's a roundup of all Ranji Trophy matches played on Day 1 on Wednesday.

'A captain you'd like to play for': Broad hails calm Gill

'A captain you'd like to play for': Broad hails calm Gill

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Broad witnessed Gill's batting prowess and rich vein of form, but he didn't hold back from praising the 25-year-old, who continues to prove himself as a captain players would want to play for.

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Ajinkya Rahane hits 159 in Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh

In Thorpe's Memory: Root Offers a Hug That Said It All

In Thorpe's Memory: Root Offers a Hug That Said It All

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Wearing special headbands in memory of Graham Thorpe, they honoured not just a legend of the game, but a man whose courage and struggles have sparked an urgent conversation around mental health in sport.

Jadeja vs Stokes: An All-round Tussle For Supremacy!

Jadeja vs Stokes: An All-round Tussle For Supremacy!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The marquee contest will witness an engrossing tussle for supremacy between two battle-hardened all-rounders: Jadeja, India's man for all seasons, and England's superstar Ben Stokes, who has been the face of a defining era for the Three Lions.

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

As India get set to take on England in a five-match Test series, starting in Leeds on June 20, a look at the upcoming milestone for their top players.

Super 4 showdown: India looks to dominate Pakistan again

Super 4 showdown: India looks to dominate Pakistan again

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav will depend heavily on his spin troika as India gear up for yet another demolition act of Pakistan in what promises to be an intense and tense Super 4 face-off of the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

'Some of My Best Memories Are With My Son'

'Some of My Best Memories Are With My Son'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Known for his flamboyant strokeplay, signature moustache twirl, and unwavering resilience, Dhawan is now ready to turn the spotlight inward, sharing his personal story beyond the boundaries and big scores.

Maturity, Consistency At Forefront of Rahul's Dominance

Maturity, Consistency At Forefront of Rahul's Dominance

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain also praised Rahul's methodical approach to batting.

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.

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Joe Root gears up for an action-packed year of Test cricket featuring home series against India and an away Ashes series against Australia

Karun Nair, Arjun Tendulkar shine in Ranji clash

Karun Nair, Arjun Tendulkar shine in Ranji clash

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Underdogs Nagaland showed they are made of sterner stuff as their batters fought tooth and nail all day to score 365/5 and frustrate Tamil Nadu who would be fancying their chances of enforcing a follow-on after a mammoth 512-run first-innings total in a Ranji Trophy Group A match in Bengaluru on Monday.

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

India's recent run of victories has bolstered confidence but the women's selection panel, headed by Neetu David, will face some tricky questions on the inclusion of Shafali Verma and pacer Renuka Thakur when it meets in Mumbai on Tuesday to pick the squad for the ODI World Cup.

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat in England, piling up 754 runs at an average of 75.40 with four centuries.

Will County Experience Come in Handy for Indians?

Will County Experience Come in Handy for Indians?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

As Team India gear up for the much-anticipated Test series against England starting on Friday, several players in the squad will draw confidence from their county cricket experience.

Why Gill May Not Be Picked For Asia Cup

Why Gill May Not Be Picked For Asia Cup

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Such has been the problem of plenty for selectors in the T20 format that they are finding it difficult to even accommodate Yashasvi Jaiswal -- a proven performer in T20 cricket.