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IPL 2026: CSK coach drops big update on Dhoni, Mhatre blow

IPL 2026: CSK coach drops big update on Dhoni, Mhatre blow

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has stated that the team is unlikely to seek an immediate replacement for the injured Ayush Mhatre, and MS Dhoni's availability depends on medical clearance and his own fitness assessment.

Suryakumar Yadav Lauds Comfortable Equation with Coach Gautam Gambhir

Suryakumar Yadav Lauds Comfortable Equation with Coach Gautam Gambhir

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav discusses his successful partnership with head coach Gautam Gambhir, highlighting their shared understanding and mutual respect, which has led to significant success for the Indian T20 team.

Making a difference for India gives me greatest joy: Bumrah

Making a difference for India gives me greatest joy: Bumrah

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah reflects on stepping up in pressure moments after his Player-of-the-Match performance helped India beat New Zealand national cricket team to win the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at home.

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Jos Buttler, who travels to India this week to join Gujarat Titans ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, which begins on March 28, hopes to return to the England side despite a poor T20 World Cup, backing the team's leadership and targeting the India series.

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan Reveals Why Punjab Kings' Struggled for Years

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan Reveals Why Punjab Kings' Struggled for Years

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has shed light on the internal issues plaguing the Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL franchise, citing owner interference and a lack of coordination as key factors behind their struggles.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

T20 World Cup, India vs England semi-final: Axar Patel will be one of India's great players: Gavaskar

T20 World Cup, India vs England semi-final: Axar Patel will be one of India's great players: Gavaskar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Sunil Gavaskar believes Axar Patel's all-round skills and cricketing intelligence will make him one of India's greatest players.

'Identity of a true player': PM Modi hails Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup heroics

'Identity of a true player': PM Modi hails Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup heroics

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Sanju Samson's performance in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his focus and intensity during crucial matches.

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has provided an update on M.S. Dhoni's injury status, confirming he will miss the game against Delhi Capitals but is steadily improving.

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans prepare for a critical IPL showdown that could prove pivotal in shaping the playoff race.

'Punjab Kings playing to impress each other, not others outside'

'Punjab Kings playing to impress each other, not others outside'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer attributes the team's early-season IPL success to internal competition and a desire to impress each other, rather than external validation, after securing their second consecutive win.

IPL 2026: 'Rohit Will Do Incredible Things This IPL Season'

IPL 2026: 'Rohit Will Do Incredible Things This IPL Season'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

'This could well be a season where Rohit Sharma is going to bring back his T20 batting in the IPL.'

IPL 2026, PBKS vs RCB: All-round RCB Thump PBKS To Seal Play-Offs Spot

IPL 2026, PBKS vs RCB: All-round RCB Thump PBKS To Seal Play-Offs Spot

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Venkatesh Iyer's explosive innings of 73 not out off 40 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 222 for four against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal also made significant contributions.

Padikkal Reveals Kohli's Advice Behind RCB's Record Chase

Padikkal Reveals Kohli's Advice Behind RCB's Record Chase

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal reveals Virat Kohli's key advice behind his match-winning knock as RCB pull off record chase against SRH in IPL 2026 opener.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.

IPL 2026: SRH vs CSK: Chennai falter late as SRH seal tense win

IPL 2026: SRH vs CSK: Chennai falter late as SRH seal tense win

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Eshan Malinga shared five wickets between them as hosts Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs in their IPL match on Saturday.

IPL 2026: I am not a machine, my season can go up and down: Shami

IPL 2026: I am not a machine, my season can go up and down: Shami

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Mohammed Shami attributes his strong performance in the IPL to maintaining peak fitness and participating in domestic cricket, emphasising the importance of skill, experience, and adapting to pitch conditions.

'I've Had Enough': Siva Alleges Bias By Broadcast Teams

'I've Had Enough': Siva Alleges Bias By Broadcast Teams

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan reveals years of alleged colour discrimination and bias in cricket commentary, saying the trauma forced him to step away.

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi on brink of IPL history

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi on brink of IPL history

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals' openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi need just three runs to become the fastest pair in the history of IPL to reach 500 partnership runs in terms of balls taken.

ODI World Cup Victory Fuels India's T20 World Cup Ambitions, Says Harmanpreet Kaur

ODI World Cup Victory Fuels India's T20 World Cup Ambitions, Says Harmanpreet Kaur

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

India women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur stated that the ODI World Cup crown at home last year instilled the crucial confidence and self-belief needed to pursue more titles, including the upcoming T20 World Cup.

IPL 2026: Why Angkrish Raghuvanshi is KKR's surprise X-factor

IPL 2026: Why Angkrish Raghuvanshi is KKR's surprise X-factor

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai and Kolkata Knight Riders' batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi says he judges his performances with how his team fares while he keeps working on multiplying his skills as a top order-batter and wicketkeeper.

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Following their T20 World Cup victory, the Indian cricket team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, is setting its sights on future tournaments, including the Olympics and the next T20 World Cup. Senior players like Hardik Pandya express their determination to continue India's dominance in the sport.

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has expressed his interest in joining the national team's coaching setup, aiming to refine their approach to Test cricket following their Ashes defeat and scrutiny of the 'Bazball' tactics.

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

India is considering including indigenous sports like Kabaddi and Mallakhamb in the 2030 Commonwealth Games, alongside confirmed sports like hockey and cricket.

Delhi Capitals Face Uphill Task Against Punjab Kings

Delhi Capitals Face Uphill Task Against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals face a tough challenge against the dominant Punjab Kings in their upcoming IPL match. Delhi's inconsistent batting and fielding woes need immediate addressing to counter Punjab's strong batting lineup and cohesive bowling attack.

Sooryavanshi taking down Bumrah took pressure off me: Jaiswal

Sooryavanshi taking down Bumrah took pressure off me: Jaiswal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting against Jasprit Bumrah, saying it relieved pressure on him during Rajasthan Royals' win over Mumbai Indians on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad criticised his team's bowling performance after a defeat to Punjab Kings in their recent IPL match, despite a strong batting display.

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as Suryakumar Yadav's side aim to become the first team to successfully defend the title.

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Ajit Agarkar's tenure as India's chief selector has been defined by bold decisions, tough calls and India reaching multiple ICC finals during his three-year stint.

IPL 2026: KKR's Million-Dollar Problem

IPL 2026: KKR's Million-Dollar Problem

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL 2026 campaign is faltering due to constant tactical changes, lack of role clarity, and underperforming stars, leaving them winless after five games.

T20 World Cup: India Needs To Do This If They Want To Get Into Semis

T20 World Cup: India Needs To Do This If They Want To Get Into Semis

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'India is struggling against spin. So how do you solve that? Try to rearrange the batting order in a way that naturally good players of spin are batting up the order, and people like Tilak Varma, who is struggling a little bit, can come down the order.'

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians face a crucial IPL match against Punjab Kings, with concerns over Rohit Sharma's fitness and the team's overall performance.

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara shares tactical insights ahead of the T20 World Cup semi-final, outlining how India can dismiss England captain Harry Brook and counter key threats at Wankhede.

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Faf du Plessis acknowledges Gautam Gambhir's competitive leadership style, highlighting its positive impact on teams like Kolkata Knight Riders. He emphasises Gambhir's high standards and accountability, noting the importance of strong leadership beyond just the captain's role in franchise cricket.

IPL 2026: Hussey hopeful of Dhoni's early return

IPL 2026: Hussey hopeful of Dhoni's early return

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey has expressed hope that Mahendra Singh Dhoni will return to action soon in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026.

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match

How Dada and Dhoni changed Indian cricket forever

How Dada and Dhoni changed Indian cricket forever

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

'In the leadership of Ganguly and a foreign coach, a much brighter phase of Indian cricket began.' 'India played the way I had wished throughout my playing career.' 'Dhoni brought calmness into Indian cricket.' 'Under Dhoni India started winning tight games, with the captain himself leading by example.'

How Kohli can regain his lost touch? He needs to...

How Kohli can regain his lost touch? He needs to...

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

"He needs to rotate strike, keep the scoreboard moving": Pathan on Virat ahead of 3rd Sydney ODI

IPL 2026: Finn Allen's Explosive Century!

IPL 2026: Finn Allen's Explosive Century!

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Finn Allen smashed a sensational unbeaten 47-ball century with 10 sixes and joined a league of extraordinary gentlemen, as Kolkata Knight Riders crushed Delhi Capitals, registering their fourth straight IPL win and boosting playoff hopes.

T20 World Cup: Cracks In Eden Gardens Pitch Because Of Tremors?

T20 World Cup: Cracks In Eden Gardens Pitch Because Of Tremors?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Darren Sammy: 'We are most people's second favourite team, but we're playing against their favourite.'