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Hazlewood to join RCB ahead of IPL 2025 play-offs

Hazlewood to join RCB ahead of IPL 2025 play-offs

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Josh Hazlewood has been a standout performer for RCB this season, claiming 18 wickets in 10 innings at an economy rate of 8.27.

Bairstow, Richard set to replace Jacks, Rickelton at MI

Bairstow, Richard set to replace Jacks, Rickelton at MI

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Rickelton, is set to miss the playoffs, with Cricket South Africa requesting members of their World Test Championship final squad to return home by May 27.

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Delhi Capitals will be looking to improve their batting performance in the middle overs when they face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match on Tuesday.

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The defeat against Mumbai Indians was the 45th home loss for Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi to equal RCB's record.

5 Reasons Why KKR Are Struggling in IPL 2025

5 Reasons Why KKR Are Struggling in IPL 2025

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

For KKR, IPL 2025 is slipping away rapidly. They need more than just a few tactical tweaks - they need clarity of leadership and bold but sensible changes in their playing XI.

Shreyas Iyer, the knockout star!

Shreyas Iyer, the knockout star!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Shreyas Iyer has consistently excelled with the bat in knockout matches in white ball cricket across formats.

Russell Joins Gambhir, Uthappa in Eden Legends Club

Russell Joins Gambhir, Uthappa in Eden Legends Club

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Andre Russell added another feather to his illustrious cap, becoming only the third batter to score 1000 IPL runs at Eden Gardens.

Venkatesh Iyer gets hitched after IPL triumph

Venkatesh Iyer gets hitched after IPL triumph

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The couple's wedding photos have taken social media by storm

Tendulkar, KKR Celebrate Holi

Tendulkar, KKR Celebrate Holi

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'Rang Barse in the Knights' Camp!'

How Krunal's bouncer did Venkatesh Iyer and KKR in...

How Krunal's bouncer did Venkatesh Iyer and KKR in...

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya revealed his mindset behind bowling a bouncer out of the blue to Kolkata Knight Riders record-signing Venkatesh Iyer during the opening match of Indian Premier League 2025, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Saturday.

Fielding, opening woes hurting us: Rahane

Fielding, opening woes hurting us: Rahane

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

While KKR bowlers have shown steady improvement, Rahane admitted the batting group hasn't pulled its weight.

Abhishek Nayar's sacking: Captain Rohit breaks silence!

Abhishek Nayar's sacking: Captain Rohit breaks silence!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma on Monday thanked his long-time friend Abhishek Nayar, days after the latter was sacked as Indian team's assistant coach by the BCCI.

Russell hopes to end on high, inspire Windies youth

Russell hopes to end on high, inspire Windies youth

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Andre Russell, who was part of West Indies' T20 World Cup-winning squads in 2012 and 2016, expressed deep pride in wearing the maroon jersey for over a decade.

Kohli's U-19 team-mate Kaul announces retirement from Indian cricket

Kohli's U-19 team-mate Kaul announces retirement from Indian cricket

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Pacer Siddharth Kaul on Thursday announced his retirement from Indian cricket, saying he is open to playing in county cricket or in overseas leagues.

PHOTOS: Pollard's 28-ball 72 powers Knights to victory

PHOTOS: Pollard's 28-ball 72 powers Knights to victory

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

A Kieron Pollard heist for the ages saw the Trinbago Knight Riders rescue a seemingly impossible win against the Barbados Tridents, showing the rest of Hero Caribbean Premier League that not only can they win without Sunil Narine, they can do it without DJ Bravo.

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting told his players not to lose focus as they "haven't achieved anything yet".

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Instead of his now-famous 'notebook celebration', which landed him in hot water twice this season, the 25 year old unveiled a brand-new move: A symbolic gesture of writing on the ground, a subtle nod to his earlier antics but toned down to avoid further fines and sanctions.

Will Venkatesh Iyer captain KKR in IPL 2025?

Will Venkatesh Iyer captain KKR in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Bought back by Kolkata Knight Riders for a whopping Rs 23.75 crore at the IPL mega auction in Jeddah on Sunday, Venkatesh Iyer said he would be "more than happy" to take on the captaincy challenge and step into Shreyas Iyer's shoes.

PIX: Rinku Singh gets engaged to SP MP Priya Saroj

PIX: Rinku Singh gets engaged to SP MP Priya Saroj

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

India's T20 star Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj got engaged on Sunday in a grand ceremony graced by a host of prominent political figures on Sunday.

Cricket buff, Southgate would watch Test cricket all day

Cricket buff, Southgate would watch Test cricket all day

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Southgate watched as KKR downed RR by one run and later took a trip down memory lane, recalling the time when he used to watch Test cricket 'all day long.'

Ponting ecstatic after Punjab's 'season-defining' win

Ponting ecstatic after Punjab's 'season-defining' win

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings' (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting on Tuesday said his team's thrilling 16-run win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) could be a "season-defining" victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

IPL 2025: KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

IPL 2025: KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

It was a day to remember for RCB wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, who had his gloves full-and delivered with aplomb.

Rinku Singh Engaged To SP MP Priya Saroj?

Rinku Singh Engaged To SP MP Priya Saroj?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Daughter of three-time MP Toofani Saroj, Priya Saroj, 26, is a first-time MP from Uttar Pradesh's Machhlishahr. constituency.

What's Special About KKR's New Jersey?

What's Special About KKR's New Jersey?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

KKR's jerseys come in environment friendly packaging.

IPL 2025: KKR vs LSG match likely to be rescheduled

IPL 2025: KKR vs LSG match likely to be rescheduled

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Snehasish Ganguly, after holding two rounds of discussions with the city police on Tuesday, confirmed that authorities "have not given the go-ahead" for the match.

Punjab skipper Shreyas eyes success at No 3 slot

Punjab skipper Shreyas eyes success at No 3 slot

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

He captained Kolkata Knight Riders to the title last season where he batted in the middle-order.

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Wednesday, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer hinted that Glenn Maxwell is ruled out for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season due to a finger injury.

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

On a night packed with drama, milestones, and momentum swings, five batters rose above the rest to set Eden Gardens alight.

'I want to do something special for Shah Rukh Bhai'

'I want to do something special for Shah Rukh Bhai'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Venkatesh, one of the marquee players this season, was bought back by KKR for a massive Rs 23.75 crores, making him one of the most expensive players in the league.

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders batter Quinton de Kock says having former Chennai Super Kings players Ajinkya Rahane and Moeen Ali in their ranks gave them key insights into the Chepauk conditions, which prompted the decision to field an extra spinner, a move that proved crucial in their eight-wicket win in the IPL match in Chennai on Friday.

Sharafu Scores 50 Before Sanju Does

Sharafu Scores 50 Before Sanju Does

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

When I interviewed Alishan Sharafu as a 14-year-old schoolboy following his huge scores in domestic matches, he told me he wanted to bat like A B de Villiers.

Rinku Singh's wedding with MP Priya Saroj postponed?

Rinku Singh's wedding with MP Priya Saroj postponed?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Cricketer Rinku Singh's wedding with Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, initially scheduled for November 19, has now been postponed, according to a report.

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

One can't say with a degree of certainty that Rinku Singh is an automatic choice going into the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next year.

How composure helped RCB make IPL final

How composure helped RCB make IPL final

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'We were talking about almost playing it like a 50-over game.'

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'In-flight charcha with our Captain and Vice-Captain Sahab!. PS: We'll be reminding Shubman about your bat, Rashid Bhai!' GT captioned the video.

PICS: Knights extend Kings' misery with narrow win

PICS: Knights extend Kings' misery with narrow win

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Images from Saturday's IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Kings XI Punjab, in Abu Dhabi.

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'He is a very good talent. I am sure that in the coming years, he would represent the country.'

Impact sub to match winner: Arora lights up IPL

Impact sub to match winner: Arora lights up IPL

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Arora took full advantage of Hyderabad's aggression and collected the wickets of Travis Head, Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen at the expense of 29 runs from his four overs as the visitors folded for 120.

Angry Kids Troll Dhoni After CSK Losses

Angry Kids Troll Dhoni After CSK Losses

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

While the old fans continue to lend their support to Thala and his men, CSK's new generation of fans are not impressed.

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday