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Ashwin reveals why he retired mid-series

Ashwin reveals why he retired mid-series

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin visualises himself doing a lot more on the cricket field at least for the next few years.

The 1983 World Cup Quiz Challenge

The 1983 World Cup Quiz Challenge

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of India's first World Cup victory, check how much you know about the 1983 World Cup.

Kapil backs selectors, says best team picked for WC

Kapil backs selectors, says best team picked for WC

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

There has been a debate on the team selection with some senior players such as Shikhar Dhawan, Ravichandran Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal missing the world cup bus. Kapil, however, backed the selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, for the picking the best Indian team for the World Cup.

Beyond Bumrah: New Indian Pace Heroes Emerge in England

Beyond Bumrah: New Indian Pace Heroes Emerge in England

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Siraj, Krishna, Akash Shine as India's Pace Future Takes Shape

When Bumrah Slammed Broad For 29 Runs

When Bumrah Slammed Broad For 29 Runs

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Sachin Tendulkar has scored the most runs by an Indian in England. Virat Kohli holds the record for most wins by an Indian captain in England.

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'I would love to go to the place where was I born and grew up in. The nearest I came to visiting Junagarh was when I played the Dilip Sardesai benefit game in Ahmedabad.'

Here's how Romi Dev reacted to '83

Here's how Romi Dev reacted to '83

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Feels wonderful to see Ranveer, Deepika play us: Romi Dev

Tendulkar is sincerity personified: Kapil

Tendulkar is sincerity personified: Kapil

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

It's his dedication and passion for cricket that sets Sachin Tendulkar apart, India's only World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev said in Kolkata on Thursday.

Jadeja reacts to retirement rumours

Jadeja reacts to retirement rumours

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Jadeja had a fine spell of 1/30 in 10 overs, with an economy of 3.00, taking a crucial wicket of Tom Latham in the CT final on Sunday.

'Inspiration To The Entire Nation'

'Inspiration To The Entire Nation'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

The sports fraternity joined the nation in mourning the passing of Ratan Tata, recognising his significant contributions to Indian industry and society.

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

India won their seventh ICC trophy, while registering their third Champions Trophy triumph.

What's Happened To Arjuna Ranatunga?

What's Happened To Arjuna Ranatunga?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Arjuna Ranatunga's dramatic body transformation has stunned the Internet.

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

America's hyperactive Ambassador Eric Garcetti met members of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team -- Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, Roger Binny, Kirti Azad and Mohinder Amarnath in New Delhi on Friday, November 17, 2023.

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the emergence of their battery of fast bowlers, India have turned the tide at Lord's with two of their victories coming from their last three Tests -- in 2014 and 2021.

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

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite 200 Club!

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite 200 Club!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

This achievement makes him the third Indian to surpass 3000 runs and claim over 250 wickets in Tests.

'If Ashwin can be dropped, why not Kohli?': Kapil

'If Ashwin can be dropped, why not Kohli?': Kapil

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Former India captain Kapil Dev feels if a bowler of Ravichandran Ashwin's calibre with nearly 450 Test wickets can be dropped from the Test team's playing XI then Virat Kohli too is no longer indispensable in T20Is after his prolonged bad patch.

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.

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'England were going great guns when Kapil threw the ball to Jimmy and then to me.'

Historic! Bumrah Breaks Bedi's Record

Historic! Bumrah Breaks Bedi's Record

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah overtook spin great Bishan Singh Bedi's all-time record for the most wickets by an Indian bowler in an away Test series.

'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.

Players can afford drivers, Kapil's sharp take on Pant's accident

Players can afford drivers, Kapil's sharp take on Pant's accident

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Pant's injuries, especially the ones on knee and ankle, will keep him out of action for a minimum period of six months.

Here's Kapil's advice to Pant: Don't look to hit every ball

Here's Kapil's advice to Pant: Don't look to hit every ball

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Kapil Dev said that playing in English conditions will be challenging and Pant needs to spend more time in the middle

When Wadekar and spinners helped India conquer England

When Wadekar and spinners helped India conquer England

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Here is a look back at India's hard-fought 1-0 series win in England, 54 years back.

'40 years today, and the memory is still as fresh'

'40 years today, and the memory is still as fresh'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

India's 1983 World Cup winning team got together to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their famous triumph in Mumbai on Sunday.

Kapil contradicts BCCI

Kapil contradicts BCCI

Rediff.com23 Jan 2004

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Bumrah finished as the leading wicket-taker with an incredible tally though India lost the series 1-3 after the six-wicket defeat in the fifth Test at the SCG

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Can Shubman Gill and his men rewrite the script once more? The answer begins unrolling on July 23.

Why is Kapil Batting Again?

Why is Kapil Batting Again?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'Please wash your hands with soap or sanitise them often to keep yourself safe. Because this dangerous Corona ball can come your way, any time.'

Gill named India's Test captain, Shami out of England Tests

Gill named India's Test captain, Shami out of England Tests

Rediff.com24 May 2025

The squad also features Karun Nair, who returns to the national set up after a long gap of eight years.

Why Indian cricketers are breaking down?

Why Indian cricketers are breaking down?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev expressed concern over the rising number of injuries among Indian cricketers, attributing it to the demanding schedule.

Kapil, Gavaskar donate to help needy cricketers

Kapil, Gavaskar donate to help needy cricketers

Rediff.com2 May 2020

Greats likes Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev pledged their support to Indian Cricketers Association's (ICA) initiative to financially help around 30 needy players amid the nationwide lockdown, said its president Ashok Malhotra. The ICA has so far raised Rs 39 lakh to help former cricketers who are in dire need of funds.

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

If history is anything to go by, Leeds always has room for a little magic.

ICL players will represent India: Kapil

ICL players will represent India: Kapil

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

Kapil Dev assured that the BCCI could not keep away exceptional youngsters playing in the ICL from representing India.

'Ashwin deserved much better; a fitting farewell'

'Ashwin deserved much better; a fitting farewell'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

India's World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev would like to know why Ravichandran Ashwin decided to call it a day all of a sudden.

'83 Heroes Celebrate Delhi Win

'83 Heroes Celebrate Delhi Win

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Some of the members of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team celebrated India's victory in the second Test against Australia in Delhi with a dinner at Kapil Dev's residence in Delhi.

Bumrah is the 'Kohinoor' of Indian Cricket!

Bumrah is the 'Kohinoor' of Indian Cricket!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Ever since his return to international cricket in 2023 ahead of the 50-over World Cup after a long while of battling injuries, Bumrah has been unplayable, delivering some of the best spells in recent memory.

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

'When a player is so confident, even though I was not too keen, I thought, 'let him bowl another over'. They say, some things just happen for you and this happened with us'

PIX: Bumrah takes five before Rahul steadies India's boat

PIX: Bumrah takes five before Rahul steadies India's boat

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 2 of the third Test match between England and India at Lord's, London, on Friday.

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.