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When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

Why Is Gavaskar In Kasaragod?

Why Is Gavaskar In Kasaragod?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

The Kasaragod Municipal Stadium Road will now be known as Sunil Gavaskar Municipal Stadium Road.

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Despite the ups and downs, The Oval remains a ground of rich memories and monumental moments for Indian cricket.

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

'Gill has just become captain, it's a honeymoon period'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill is enjoying a 'honeymoon period' as India's Test captain but there will be more pressure on him in the days to come, feels former India skipper Sourav Ganguly.

Kumble reserves high praise for upcoming Indian batter

Kumble reserves high praise for upcoming Indian batter

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Sai Sudharsan looked orgainsed, certainly created impact: Anil Kumble

Gambhir, Saina, Neeraj react strongly to Pahalgam attack

Gambhir, Saina, Neeraj react strongly to Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

India's sporting fraternity, including Olympic medalists Neeraj Chopra and PV Sindhu, expressed grief and condemnation over the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.

Punjab Kings part ways with head coach Kumble

Punjab Kings part ways with head coach Kumble

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Punjab Kings failed to live up to expectations under Anil Kumble, finishing in the lower half of the points table in the two seasons of IPL under him.

My wife probably thought I was joking: Kumble on bowling with broken jaw

My wife probably thought I was joking: Kumble on bowling with broken jaw

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

The former India captain said even after breaking his jaw he felt it was his responsibility to get some wickets for the team.

After scaling Mount 500, will Ashwin hunt Kumble's record?

After scaling Mount 500, will Ashwin hunt Kumble's record?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

R Ashwin is a content man after becoming only the second Indian to take 500 Test wickets and has no interest in chasing Anil Kumble's national record of 619 scalps.

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.

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Former players lauded Varun Chakravarthy's bowling display against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, with Ravi Shastri advocating for his inclusion in the semifinals.

R Ashwin 'theru': Chennai street to be named after spinner

R Ashwin 'theru': Chennai street to be named after spinner

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The GCC had sought and received government approval to pass a resolution for the renaming of the street.

IPL Chapter 18 Brings Joy to Iconic No. 18!

IPL Chapter 18 Brings Joy to Iconic No. 18!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli lifts IPL title finally -- No. 18 meets destiny on the 18th year

'Kumble felt he was unfairly treated'

'Kumble felt he was unfairly treated'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

While former Committee of Administrators head Vinod Rai's recently published book gives an insight into the Anil Kumble-Virat Kohli drama and Ravi Shastri's eventual appointment as Head Coach, the book also contains a sprinkling of factual errors.

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Steve Waugh expressed disbelief at 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's impeccable timing and advised him to focus on 'control' to avoid being a supernova.

Young players need exposure to foreign leagues: Kumble

Young players need exposure to foreign leagues: Kumble

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

"I think it's important that you need to have everything that you need to do, so that come 2024, you are well prepared to take on a World Cup event,"

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar's astute captaincy has been apparent throughout this season, be it bowling changes or field placements, he has been spot on. Unlike other franchises where captaining big egos has not sat well with certain players, Patidar has commanded the respect of his senior India as well as international team-mates.

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Fascinating numbers from the India-Pakistan iconic cricket rivalry.

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Rohit Sharma became the second-fastest to the milestone, achieving it in just 261 innings-surpassed only by Virat Kohli, who got there in 222 innings.

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Ashwin Drops New Video Post Retirement

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'The love we give away is the only love we keep,' Ashwin captioned a video posted on his X feed.

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Kuldeep Yadav spun his way into history on Sunday, becoming just the fifth Indian spinner to take 300 international wickets.

SEE: Cheteshwar-Puja announce unique collab

SEE: Cheteshwar-Puja announce unique collab

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The book has received raving reviews from legendary cricketers Anil Kumble, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman.

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Kumble said that he does not feel that Jaiswal will change his aggressive approach in Australia, where India has won two back-to-back series.

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I do not think we have heard the last of that yet.'

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'At this stage, I want a senior cricketer to take up the captaincy and see the Indian team through this transition phase.'

Will Anil Kumble be back as India coach?

Will Anil Kumble be back as India coach?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

The Sourav Ganguly-led Board of Control for Cricket in India is likely to ask the legendary spinner to apply for the post of Head coach of the Indian team, along with VVS Laxman, once Ravi Shastri finishes his term after the T20 World Cup.

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Appeared in 61 Tests won by India. Only Sachin Tendulkar (72) and Virat Kohli (62) have been part of a winning XI on more occasions for India.

Bumrah makes headlines at Ind vs Pak... Here's why

Bumrah makes headlines at Ind vs Pak... Here's why

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Bumrah receives his ICC awards for 2024 during India-Pakistan match in Champions Trophy

'Stand up and applaud for one of the greatest all-rounders'

'Stand up and applaud for one of the greatest all-rounders'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Dinesh Karthik called Ashwin one of the greatest all-rounders from India, expressing his happiness for the player's achievement.

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Kapil Dev believes the injury-enforced absence of key players like Jasprit Bumrah can hamper any team and hopes India's pace spearhead will return to action soon.

Kumble on how India can improve in T20 cricket...

Kumble on how India can improve in T20 cricket...

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Power hitting will rule T20 cricket going forward and the Indian team needs to play a brand of cricket where big-hitting batters contribute with the ball for the balance of the side, former coach Anil Kumble suggested.

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former chairman of selectors Sandeep Patil feels John Wright's approach of giving a free-hand to players led to his successful coaching stint with India

'He deserved a much better farewell'

'He deserved a much better farewell'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

With 765 international scalps in his bag, Ashwin is the second-highest wicket-taker from India after Anil Kumble.

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Amid heightened security measures, more than two crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam till 6 pm on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

'I Don't Look At The Batter In Front Of Me'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'...whether he is a top player or not, it doesn't matter.' 'If I go by a player's name I won't be able to bowl at my best.' 'For me he is just a batter, and my only focus is where I need to land the ball.'

'He Wanted New Tricks To Be Learned'

'He Wanted New Tricks To Be Learned'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

'He pursued it, practised hard at it and continued to look for new things as his career progressed, to keep up with the times.'

SEE: KXIP coach Kumble turns Shami's photographer

SEE: KXIP coach Kumble turns Shami's photographer

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Anil Kumble and Mohammed Shami take a break from all the practice.

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

India included two debutants -- Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy -- while leaving out Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

On Day 5 of the 3rd Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, Bumrah shook up Australia's top order early after lunch to carve his name in the annals of Indian cricket history.