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Arjun Tendulkar gets engaged to Saaniya Chandhok

Arjun Tendulkar gets engaged to Saaniya Chandhok

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Arjun Tendulkar has reportedly been engaged to Saaniya Chandhok, granddaughter of prominent Mumbai-based industrialist Ravi Ghai.

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit Sharma, India's Test captain, has announced his retirement from the format, leaving the team in need of a new leader.

Kohli Ignored! Manjrekar's Controversial IPL Picks

Kohli Ignored! Manjrekar's Controversial IPL Picks

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has stirred up fresh controversy with his latest IPL 2025 rankings, leaving fans fuming after snubbing two of the tournament's top run-scorers.

The Friend Who Changed An IPL Star's Life

The Friend Who Changed An IPL Star's Life

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'One day I told him, if you want to be a cricketer with a long career, you cannot be a fast bowler.' 'I felt more than pace, unorthodox left arm spin would suit him better.' 'Please don't give me credit for what he is doing now. I only made a suggestion.'

Drool... Drool... What To Expect From IPL 2025

Drool... Drool... What To Expect From IPL 2025

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Record scores, a dream debut and a salivating season awaits.

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

Rediff.com31 May 2025

The appointment of Mo Bobat and Andy Flower and Dinesh Karthik into the coaching staff changed the template, and it reflected in RCB's approach in the auction room in 2024.

'Unstoppable Things: Time. Ageing. Abhishek Sharma'

'Unstoppable Things: Time. Ageing. Abhishek Sharma'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

As India marches toward the Asia Cup final, one thing is crystal clear -- Abhishek Sharma isn't just participating in this tournament; he's redefining it.

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The mystery spinner even has a YouTube channel dedicated to football discussions.

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'In cricket, certain things are not in our control.'

Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission: Tactical move or injustice?

Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission: Tactical move or injustice?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Former leg-spinner Amit Mishra believes Shreyas Iyer's perplexing snub from India's Asia Cup squad was driven by the tactical ploy of maintaining a right and left combination in the middle order in the batting unit.

A 13 YO's Day Out For Royals In IPL

A 13 YO's Day Out For Royals In IPL

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became a sensation after being signed by Rajasthan Royals for the IPL 2025 season.

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ECB should offer BCCI minority ownership in Hundred to attract Indian players: Lancashire CEO

How Shivam Dube Got His Bowling Mojo Back!

How Shivam Dube Got His Bowling Mojo Back!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The 'Impact Player' in IPL might have restricted Chennai Super Kings' Shivam Dube's role but 'India's Shivam Dube' aspires to be a full-fledged all-rounder backed by head coach Gautam Gambhir and helped by bowling coach Morne Morkel.

IPL match pauses to honour Pahalgam terror victims

IPL match pauses to honour Pahalgam terror victims

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) paid tribute to the victims of the terror attack in Pahalgam before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at the Eden Gardens.

Chandrakant Pandit quits as KKR head coach after 2-year stint

Chandrakant Pandit quits as KKR head coach after 2-year stint

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Chandrakant Pandit has quit as the head coach of Kolkata Knight Riders, the three-time IPL champions announced on Tuesday.

IPL power-hitting provides bowlers more chances: Boult

IPL power-hitting provides bowlers more chances: Boult

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Batters take power-hitting to another level in the IPL, but the "bowlers will have their day" if they focus on staying aggressive without compromising accuracy, says Mumbai Indians' star seamer Trent Boult.

IPL break may help KKR regain winning touch: Pandey

IPL break may help KKR regain winning touch: Pandey

Rediff.com16 May 2025

KKR will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a must-win match on Saturday to keep their playoffs hopes alive.

IPL 2025: Pant says missed chances cost LSG playoffs spot

IPL 2025: Pant says missed chances cost LSG playoffs spot

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Captain Rishabh Pant said Lucknow Super Giants' inability to cash in on their chances ultimately led to their early exit from the playoffs race.

BCCI pushes for immediate IPL return but....

BCCI pushes for immediate IPL return but....

Rediff.com11 May 2025

The board will coordinate with all teams to determine how soon players-especially overseas stars-can regroup for what could be a fast-tracked finish to the tournament.

History Repeats! RCB In Form, IPL Halted

History Repeats! RCB In Form, IPL Halted

Rediff.com10 May 2025

'Love you RCB, we'll try again next year. You've done a great job this time.'

SRH accuse Hyderabad Cricket Association of 'blackmail'

SRH accuse Hyderabad Cricket Association of 'blackmail'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The Sunrisers in a mail to the governing body's top brass, which is in PTI's possession, said it would consider shifting the home matches to another state if the HCA continues to "threaten" the franchise, primarily for more complimentary tickets (free passes).

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Harbhajan, however, felt the current crop of spinners lack aggression.

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addressed the uncertainty revolving around the future of the board's president after Roger Binny completed his tenure and announced that the Indian cricket board will reveal its next course of action in the next two days.

Ganguly set for first stint as head coach

Ganguly set for first stint as head coach

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Sourav Ganguly has made a foray into coaching after being named the head coach of South Africa's Pretoria Capitals for the fourth season of SA20, starting on December 26.

'IPL's Youngsters Can Beat Pakistan'

'IPL's Youngsters Can Beat Pakistan'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

'India wins all matches because they make the team on merit, not like us.' 'In Pakistan, teams are made based on favourites.'

PIX: Grandeur, Patriotic Fervour Mark IPL Closing Gala

PIX: Grandeur, Patriotic Fervour Mark IPL Closing Gala

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Images from the IPL 2025 closing ceremony ahead of the final between RCB and Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

Blow for DC! Starc pulls out of remainder of IPL 2025

Blow for DC! Starc pulls out of remainder of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Mitchell Starc has reportedly decided against returning to India for the remainder of IPL 2025, dealing a blow to his team Delhi Capitals' prospects of reaching the play-offs.

'Rohit will be crucial for MI's sixth IPL title'

'Rohit will be crucial for MI's sixth IPL title'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians pacer Trent Boult has backed "world-class" Rohit Sharma to play a pivotal role in the team's pursuit for a record-extending sixth IPL title, following back-to-back half-centuries that signalled his timely return to form.

Pant reveals why LSG crashed out of IPL 2025

Pant reveals why LSG crashed out of IPL 2025

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Captain Rishabh Pant on Monday admitted it was difficult for his side to fill the void created by the absence of key bowlers

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'Right now, India is in a very privileged place where they have such a good assortment of cricketers across skill sets.'

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

India's two time World Cup-winning hero Yuvraj Singh has said golf could have helped him score "at least 3,000 more runs" in international cricket and advised his "wards" Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma to take up the sport for its calming influence.

'Stop the masala, talk cricket': Rohit slams Indian commentary

'Stop the masala, talk cricket': Rohit slams Indian commentary

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit Sharma has launched a scathing critique of cricket commentary and journalism in the country

IPL 2025: Royals' captain Parag fined for slow over rate

IPL 2025: Royals' captain Parag fined for slow over rate

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Rajasthan Royals' captain Riyan Parag has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow overrate during his team's six-run victory over Chennai Super Kings.

'Iyer unlucky; Bumrah may not play all Asia Cup games'

'Iyer unlucky; Bumrah may not play all Asia Cup games'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Former wicketkeeper Vijay Dahiya feels Shreyas Iyer was unlucky to be left out of India's Asia Cup squad but said some players will always miss out due to the depth of talent in the country.

PIX: Tears of joy for Kohli as RCB finally win IPL

PIX: Tears of joy for Kohli as RCB finally win IPL

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli was overcome with emotions as Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their long wait for the IPL title.

Will IPL 2025 Opener Be Abandoned?

Will IPL 2025 Opener Be Abandoned?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

For March 22, an Orange Alert has been issued while a Yellow Alert has been issued for Sunday.

'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.

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The former South Africa wicket-keeping star was at the helm in MI when Pandya took over from Rohit and had first-hand access to the all-rounder as he dealt with the public backlash.

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Now, over three months after the tragic stampede, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have broken the silence on the matter.

What went wrong for this rising IPL star?

What went wrong for this rising IPL star?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Young Australian opener Jake Fraser-McGurk, who made a strong impact in his IPL debut last year, has faced a tough time this season.