News for 'KKR India'

KKR's Seifert in tears as he recalls COVID ordeal in India

KKR's Seifert in tears as he recalls COVID ordeal in India

Rediff.com25 May 2021

New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert broke down in tears on Tuesday as he recalled fearing the worst after testing positive for COVID-19 in India following the suspension of IPL 2021.

How the govt can bring foreign investors back to India

How the govt can bring foreign investors back to India

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

How just a few sentiment boosting measures by the government will go a long way in turning back the attention of foreign investors on India.

Resurgent Pune stand in way of KKR and IPL play-offs

Resurgent Pune stand in way of KKR and IPL play-offs

Rediff.com2 May 2017

While KKR suffered their heaviest defeat of the season against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their last game, Pune looked to have found their mojo in the business end of the tournament having registered consecutive wins in their last two matches.

IPL PHOTOS: Pandey, Pathan guide KKR to thrilling win

IPL PHOTOS: Pandey, Pathan guide KKR to thrilling win

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan hit half-centuries as Kolkata Knight Riders edged past Delhi Daredevils by four wickets, in the Indian Premier League, in Delhi, on Monday.

Shreyas Iyer ruled out of ODI series against Australia: Dilip

Shreyas Iyer ruled out of ODI series against Australia: Dilip

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

India fielding coach T Dilip confirmed that Shreyas Iyer has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against Australia.

IPL PHOTOS: Second-string Mumbai outclass KKR to finish top

IPL PHOTOS: Second-string Mumbai outclass KKR to finish top

Rediff.com14 May 2017

Despite resting several of their top players, Mumbai Indians managed to outclass Kolkata Knight Riders by nine runs in their last round league match to finish top of the standings in the tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

Karthik faces big test as KKR takes on Gambhir-led DD

Karthik faces big test as KKR takes on Gambhir-led DD

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

Skipper Dinesh Karthik will face a big test when a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders lock horns with a resurgent Delhi Daredevils, led by double title winning former KKR skipper Gautam Gambhir, in a much-anticipated IPL clash, in Kolkata, on Monday.

Record Making Day for Kohli, CSK

Record Making Day for Kohli, CSK

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Virat Kohli became the first RCB player to complete 100 catches, while CSK smashed the third-highest number of sixes in an IPL innings against KKR.

Will Dutch players make a splash in IPL auction?

Will Dutch players make a splash in IPL auction?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

IPL contract will be next level for Netherlands players after WC show: Coach Ryan Cook

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Ajinkya Rahane blasted his way to a sensational 71 from 29 balls, to power CSK to victory against KKR.

IPL 2019: KKR's Katich reveals how Karthik will play a vital role

IPL 2019: KKR's Katich reveals how Karthik will play a vital role

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

Katich is confident that their captain Dinesh Karthik will once again excel in his designated finisher's role

Nirma, 3 private equity firms in race to buy Glenmark Life Sciences

Nirma, 3 private equity firms in race to buy Glenmark Life Sciences

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Ahmedabad-based Nirma group and leading private equity firms have joined the race to acquire BSE-listed Glenmark Life Sciences. The acquisition by chemicals-to-cement major Nirma, if successful, would be a major boost for the health-care segment of the group, on the lines of its successful entry into the cement sector following its purchase of Lafarge India's assets for about Rs 9,400 crore in July 2016. It later followed up by buying Emami cement assets for Rs 5,500 crore in February 2020.

A Relieved Shreyas!

A Relieved Shreyas!

Rediff.com3 May 2022

On Monday, May 2, 2022, the Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing run at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

Star-studded Mumbai Indians eye win against KKR

Star-studded Mumbai Indians eye win against KKR

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Mumbai Indians need to rethink their strategy; Narine boost for Kolkata Knight Riders.

'India has real gem of a cricket player and need to look after him'

'India has real gem of a cricket player and need to look after him'

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Former South Africa pacer Morne Morkel feels uncapped India left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan is a gem of a bowler.

Narine may miss KKR's IPL opener following father's demise

Narine may miss KKR's IPL opener following father's demise

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

The West Indies spinner, who arrived in India for the tournament last week, rushed home following the demise of his father.

Preparation key to comeback man Chakravarthy's success

Preparation key to comeback man Chakravarthy's success

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Chakravarthy heaped praise on fellow leg-spinner Suyash Sharma, who had figures of 2/30 on Wednesday, and said that he could play for the national side.

DC's Dilemma: Drop Shaw to turn fortunes around?

DC's Dilemma: Drop Shaw to turn fortunes around?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

With DC having lost all five games so far this season, a rejig of the top order against KKR at the Ferozeshah Kotla in a bid to revive their fortunes could be on the cards.

Shreyas Iyer injury update!

Shreyas Iyer injury update!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

India batter Shreyas Iyer will miss the entire IPL season and also the World Test Championship final.

Shorts of words: Chakravarthy on making India's T20I squad

Shorts of words: Chakravarthy on making India's T20I squad

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

'My goal initially was to play for the team (KKR) regularly and contribute to the wins. Hopefully, I will be able to perform for the Indian team. I want to thank selectors for having faith in me.'

'Impact Player Rule negatively impacts all-rounders'

'Impact Player Rule negatively impacts all-rounders'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Iyer's comments highlight the changing dynamics of the game and how rules can impact team strategies and player selection.

KKR threaten to pull out of IPL over Narine's exclusion: Reports

KKR threaten to pull out of IPL over Narine's exclusion: Reports

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Narine was banned for suspect action during the 2014 Champions League Twenty20 and was not allowed to play in the final against the Chennai Super Kings, which KKR lost by eight wickets.

Shubman Gill will have a terrific World Cup: Nayar

Shubman Gill will have a terrific World Cup: Nayar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Abhishek Nayar has seen both Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh from close quarters as the assistant coach at the Kolkata Knight Riders, and has little doubt that the duo will be at the forefront of the team's journey through the transition.

Why Were Sanju, Riyan, Abhishek IGNORED?

Why Were Sanju, Riyan, Abhishek IGNORED?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Sanju Samson has never enjoyed the backing of the team management while Riyan Parag and Abhishek Sharma were ignored despite good showing with the bat in the Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the national T20 tournament.

KKR sign Shaun Tait as Hastings's replacement

KKR sign Shaun Tait as Hastings's replacement

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Former Australian speedster Shaun Tait is set to replace an injured John Hastings at Kolkata Knight Riders. Hastings was ruled out of the tournament with an ankle injury last month. Kolkata chief executive Venky Mysore confirmed Tait's signing, posting an image of the veteran quick on Twitter on Wednesday. "Pleasure to welcome @shaun_tait32 to @KKRiders family. Welcome Taity!," the tweet read.

What makes KKR such a dangerous team...

What makes KKR such a dangerous team...

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Dinesh Karthik praised his players for their all-round clinical effort in his side's eight-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals.

Remember this Kohli-Gambhir clash from IPL 2013?

Remember this Kohli-Gambhir clash from IPL 2013?

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Gambhir, who was then leading Kolkata Knight Riders, was involved in a war of words with Kohli after the latter's dismissal at the M Chinnaswamy stadium, on April 11, 2013.

Big deal: KKR to buy controlling stake in Alliance Tire

Big deal: KKR to buy controlling stake in Alliance Tire

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

The deal would be the biggest private equity transaction in India after Bain Capital paid about $1 billion to buy a 30 percent stake in business process and technology services provider Genpact.

Shah Rukh Khan's KKR tops in brand value

Shah Rukh Khan's KKR tops in brand value

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

MS Dhoni-led team has lost its number one position to Kolkata Knight Riders.

Chakravarthy a very unique bowler; has the ability: Kumble

Chakravarthy a very unique bowler; has the ability: Kumble

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Anil Kumble is happy that KKR leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy is back in his element having sorted his technical issues.

PHOTOS: Uthappa, spinners steer KKR to victory over SRH

PHOTOS: Uthappa, spinners steer KKR to victory over SRH

Rediff.com15 Apr 2017

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 17 runs in their Indian Premier League match, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

PIX: KXIP, KKR, Royals land in UAE; set ball rolling for bio-secure IPL

PIX: KXIP, KKR, Royals land in UAE; set ball rolling for bio-secure IPL

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Royals and KXIP landed in Dubai via a charter flight, which will be the norm this IPL due to the ongoing health crisis. A little later in the evening, Kolkata Knight Riders arrived in Abu Dhabi, their base for the tournament.

My mother borrowed money to keep me going: Rinku

My mother borrowed money to keep me going: Rinku

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Rinku Singh says a burning desire to give his parents a good life while wading through tough times paved the way for his inclusion into the Indian team.

Shardul Thakur is now a Knight Rider

Shardul Thakur is now a Knight Rider

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Thakur, who was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10.75 crore, had taken 15 wickets in 14 games, including career-best figures of 4/36, in the 2022 edition but leaked close to 10 runs per over.

Qatar fund to acquire around 1% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 8,278 cr

Qatar fund to acquire around 1% stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 8,278 cr

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) will acquire around 1 per cent stake in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), the retail arm of billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, by investing Rs 8,278 crore ($1 billion). A QIA's wholly-owned subsidiary will make the investment in India's largest retailer at a valuation of Rs 8.278 lakh crore ($100 billion). Updating about the development, Reliance Industries in a regulatory filing said: "QIA's investment will translate into a minority equity stake of 0.99 per cent in RRVL on a fully-diluted basis." RRVL is the holding company for all retail businesses of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL).

How SRK motivated KKR's Gill ahead of his IPL debut

How SRK motivated KKR's Gill ahead of his IPL debut

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Shubman Gill has the repertoire of strokes and can any position but given a choice, the young turk would prefer to open regularly in the shortest format of the game.

SMAT: Railways' Ashutosh breaks Yuvraj's record

SMAT: Railways' Ashutosh breaks Yuvraj's record

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Ashutosh Sharma broke Yuvraj Singh's record by scoring the fastest T20 half-century off 11 balls in Railways' 127-run victory against Arunachal Pradesh.

Ranji-winning coach to helm Kolkata Knight Riders

Ranji-winning coach to helm Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The 60-year-old Pandit played five Tests and 36 ODIs for India between mid '80s to early '90s.

IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The players of which country had the best IPL 2023? Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji find out.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Zooms To Top In MVP Index

Yashasvi Jaiswal Zooms To Top In MVP Index

Rediff.com1 May 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2023 after Game 42.