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Sachin's time in ODIs is up, says Kapil

Sachin's time in ODIs is up, says Kapil

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

Former India captain Kapil Dev says Sachin Tendulkar should have quit playing One-Day Internationals after the last World Cup.

Kapil-led CAC to pick India's next cricket coach

Kapil-led CAC to pick India's next cricket coach

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Apart from Kapil Dev, the panel comprises former women's captain Shantha Rangaswamy and former men's coach Anshuman Gaekwad.

Ravindra Jadeja: The Complete Package

Ravindra Jadeja: The Complete Package

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Ravindra Jadeja became the seventh Indian bowler to reach the coveted mark during the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur.

BUMRAH IS ICC MEN'S CRICKETER OF THE YEAR!

BUMRAH IS ICC MEN'S CRICKETER OF THE YEAR!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Bumrah's 2024 exploits were a masterclass in skill, precision, and relentless consistency,' ICC said in a statement.

Kapil lauds Ganguly's showing

Kapil lauds Ganguly's showing

Rediff.com19 Dec 2006

Kapil felt another Test victory in South Africa should boost India's chances in the forthcoming World Cup in the West Indies.

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, sprint queen P T Usha and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia are among the prominent sports personalities invited for Monday's ceremony.

Kapil wins Global Diversity Award for Sport 2011

Kapil wins Global Diversity Award for Sport 2011

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

India's first World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev has been chosen for the Global Diversity Award for Sports 2011 for his outstanding achievements in cricket and his recent induction into the ICC Hall of Fame 2010.

Kumble wants Kapil's mark

Kumble wants Kapil's mark

Rediff.com6 Oct 2004

The ace leg spinner has set his eyes on becoming India's highest wicket-taker.

Kapil unperturbed by BCCI snub over benefit cheque

Kapil unperturbed by BCCI snub over benefit cheque

Rediff.com23 May 2012

Even as uncertainty prevails over whether Kapil Dev has been left out of the list of former cricketers due to receive the one-time monetary benefit by the BCCI, the former India captain has said officials of the Cricket Board are the 'boss' and it's their call to make any decision they want.

Coaches need to speak local language: Kapil

Coaches need to speak local language: Kapil

Rediff.com22 Jul 2003

The court summoned the Pakistani all-rounder on charges he damaged Muslim sentiment for posing in a liquor advertisement.

Ian Bishop credits Kapil for current fast-bowling success

Ian Bishop credits Kapil for current fast-bowling success

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Bishop refused to compare the Indian unit to the fearsome West Indians of the past.

Don't take Kiwis lightly: Kapil

Don't take Kiwis lightly: Kapil

Rediff.com9 Aug 2003

'Kiwis have the knack of rising to the occasion,' said the former India captain.

Brian Lara rings bell at Eden Gardens

Brian Lara rings bell at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Brian Lara rang the famous Eden Gardens' bell.

Let Jadeja play: Kapil

Let Jadeja play: Kapil

Rediff.com28 Apr 2003

The Delhi high court had directed the BCCI to consider Jadeja for selection in Ranji Trophy matches.

Gambhir, Sehwag's dip in form is a concern: Kapil

Gambhir, Sehwag's dip in form is a concern: Kapil

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev conceded that the form slump of senior openers Gautam Gambhir and Virender Sehwag is a big worry for the team ahead of the twin Test series against England and Australia.

India should play SA on turning tracks: Kapil

India should play SA on turning tracks: Kapil

Rediff.com30 Jan 2010

India should play South Africa on turning tracks in the forthcoming two-match home Test series rather than playing on pace-friendly pitches, feels former captain Kapil Dev.

ICC officials have no regard for greats: Kapil

ICC officials have no regard for greats: Kapil

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

Appalled at the International Cricket Council's all-time greats' list, the legendary Kapil Dev on Friday said the ratings make a mockery of legendary players like Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar who "served the game with unmatched devotion". The ICC came out with its list of all time greats of the game with Matthew Hayden at 10th and 18th places in the Tests and ODIs list while Tendulkar and Gavaskar languished at lower rungs.

Too many experiments unhealthy: Kapil

Too many experiments unhealthy: Kapil

Rediff.com17 Nov 2005

Kapil Dev has cautioned Team India that too much experimenting may spoil the morale

Jaya Prada, Kapil catwalk for Ashima-Leena

Jaya Prada, Kapil catwalk for Ashima-Leena

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

The yesteryears actress and former cricket captain strut their stuff on the ramp

It is for Sachin to decide when to retire: Kapil

It is for Sachin to decide when to retire: Kapil

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Former India captain Kapil Dev has said it is up to Sachin Tendulkar to decide when to bid adieu to the game as there is no fixed age for a cricketer to call it a day.

Sack me if you can, Kapil dares BCCI

Sack me if you can, Kapil dares BCCI

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

BCCI shot a letter to Kapil Dev asking him not to align with the ICL, but the former all-rounder is unperturbed.

Kapil echoes Gavaskar's sentiments over Sachin's future

Kapil echoes Gavaskar's sentiments over Sachin's future

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

Saddened by the criticism that Sachin Tendulkar is facing due to his lean run, former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev said the veteran batsman should speak to the selectors about his future.

Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket Review: Scratches Only The Surface

Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket Review: Scratches Only The Surface

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

An earnest attempt at uncovering the truth behind the match-fixing saga, but fails to highlight any new information.

Coming soon: A 'Tendulkar Drive', 'Kohli Crescent' and 'Dev Terrace'

Coming soon: A 'Tendulkar Drive', 'Kohli Crescent' and 'Dev Terrace'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

A new housing estate is luring buyers with a 'Tendulkar Drive', 'Kohli Crescent' and 'Dev Terrace'.

Kapil reckons Kohli might have been dropped for WI T20Is

Kapil reckons Kohli might have been dropped for WI T20Is

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

'A great player like him shouldn't take so much time to get back in form. He has to fight with himself and get things in order.'

Motorsport: India To Host Formula Regional Championship

Motorsport: India To Host Formula Regional Championship

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

According to reports, the Formula Regional Championship is believed to be a bridge between F4 and F3.

Kapil, Ganguly launch sport-viewing app for smartphones

Kapil, Ganguly launch sport-viewing app for smartphones

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Telecom operator Vodafone and Star India announced a tie-up on Thursday through which the broadcaster's sports telecasts can be viewed on mobile phones, which was welcomed by former India captains Kapil Dev and Sourav Ganguly in Mumbai.

How June 25, 1983 Changed India Forever

How June 25, 1983 Changed India Forever

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

That win gave us something no other victory ever would: It gave a young nation hope. It gave us the will to dream, notes Abhishek Mande Bhot.

June 25, 1983: When 'Kapil's Devils' changed the image of Indian cricket

June 25, 1983: When 'Kapil's Devils' changed the image of Indian cricket

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Haresh Pandya recounts one of the biggest upsets in One-day cricket.

Jadeja records special double in Indore

Jadeja records special double in Indore

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Becomes only the second Indian to take 500 wickets and score 5,000 runs in international cricket.

When The God Of Cricket Was 16

When The God Of Cricket Was 16

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Mukesh Parpiani, one of India's finest photojournalists, delved into his archives for these rare glimpses of a young cricketer who turns 50 today.

Recovery of an aging fast bowler is difficult: Kapil

Recovery of an aging fast bowler is difficult: Kapil

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

Former Indian captain Kapil Dev does not foresee Zaheer Khan spearheading the team's attack for a very long time as he feels a fast bowler getting injured at the wrong side of age has to do something "extraordinary to come back".

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Stating that he felt "ashamed" by the Indian cricket team's dismal performance against Australia in the ongoing Test series, former India captain Kapil Dev said every aspect of the game has gone wrong for the Indians.

Kapil chides Unmukt for leaving training camp

Kapil chides Unmukt for leaving training camp

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

Former India captain Kapil Dev chided Unmukt Chand for skipping practice to attend a youth summit and advised him to focus on the game. The Under-19 World Cup-winning captain attended India Today's 'Youth Summit' to speak on cricket when he is supposed to play a match, which will also feature Sachin Tendulkar, on Saturday.

Don't treat ICL players as rebels: Kapil

Don't treat ICL players as rebels: Kapil

Rediff.com12 Mar 2008

Hitting out at BCCI for ostracising those associated with the Indian Cricket League, former India captain Kapil Dev on Wednesday said if the Board had the good of the game at heart, it should stop branding them as "rebels."

IPL players deserve better pay: Kapil

IPL players deserve better pay: Kapil

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

While former players are being critical about the money related to the Indian Premier League, and how it could lure current cricketers to the latest version of the Twenty20 game, the IPL has received support from Kapil Dev.

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In her now-deleted post, Mohamed said Sharma is "fat for a sportsman". "Need to lose weight! And of course the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!" she said.

June 25, 1983: When the Cup came home...

June 25, 1983: When the Cup came home...

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

The Indian cricket team defied all odds, expectations and made history on June 25, 1983 by winning its first cricket World Cup crown, defeating the mighty West Indies in the final by 43 runs at Lord's.

India has self-belief to retain 2015 World Cup title: Kapil

India has self-belief to retain 2015 World Cup title: Kapil

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

India's 1983 World Cup winning skipper Kapil Dev feels the growing self belief of the Indian cricket team that they can win regularly outside the subcontinent could hold them in good stead to defend the 2015 World Cup title in Australia and New Zealand.

Kapil flays seniors for not motivating youngsters

Kapil flays seniors for not motivating youngsters

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

Former India captain Kapil Dev says the difference between England and India in the ongoing Test series is the all-rounders former possess.