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IPL 2026: Nitish Reddy the X-Factor? Vettori makes big claim

IPL 2026: Nitish Reddy the X-Factor? Vettori makes big claim

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori praises all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy's versatility and impact on the team's IPL 2024 campaign, highlighting his ability to contribute with both bat and ball at any stage of the game.

'Cricket won't suffer if Bangladesh pull out'

'Cricket won't suffer if Bangladesh pull out'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan backed the ICC's decision to keep Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches in India, hailing it as the 'right call'.

Points Table: IPL 2025

Points Table: IPL 2025

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Points Table of IPL 2025.

'That knock made the difference': Arora credits Rinku for KKR win

'That knock made the difference': Arora credits Rinku for KKR win

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Arora credits Rinku Singh's match-winning 83 and Sunil Narine's Super Over brilliance as KKR defeat LSG in a thrilling IPL 2026 clash to keep playoff hopes alive.

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A preview of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting team strengths, key players, and recent performances.

IPL 2026: 'Delhi Capitals didn't grab key moments': Ian Bell

IPL 2026: 'Delhi Capitals didn't grab key moments': Ian Bell

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell expressed frustration over the team's inconsistent performance in the IPL season, highlighting missed opportunities and narrow defeats that prevented a top-four finish.

Abhishek Nayar faces big KKR headache ahead of IPL 2026

Abhishek Nayar faces big KKR headache ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' new head coach, Abhishek Nayar, emphasises the importance of finding the right team combinations as their biggest challenge ahead of IPL 2026, despite a revamped squad with new players.

IPL 2026: 'Rohit Will Do Incredible Things This IPL Season'

IPL 2026: 'Rohit Will Do Incredible Things This IPL Season'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

'This could well be a season where Rohit Sharma is going to bring back his T20 batting in the IPL.'

Inside Team India's fearless rise to dominance

Inside Team India's fearless rise to dominance

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Suryakumar also gave due credit to Rohit Sharma for teaching him the tricks of the leadership trade.

Virat Kohli Creates History With 10 T20 Tons

Virat Kohli Creates History With 10 T20 Tons

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Virat Kohli achieves another historic milestone by becoming the first Indian batter with 10 T20 centuries and fastest to 14,000 runs.

Rahane named KKR captain for IPL 2025

Rahane named KKR captain for IPL 2025

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

India batter Ajinkya Rahane will captain defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League beginning on March 22.

SRH's Abhishek ends season with IPL run record

SRH's Abhishek ends season with IPL run record

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'Yuvraj has worked really hard on him and Abhishek has also put in the effort.'

IPL 2026: 7 Games, 5 Losses: What's Wrong With LSG?

IPL 2026: 7 Games, 5 Losses: What's Wrong With LSG?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, LSG went down by 40 runs to Rajasthan Royals, marking their seventh consecutive loss at home and fourth straight defeat overall.

'Those four sixes changed the game': Pathan on Rinku's match-winning knock

'Those four sixes changed the game': Pathan on Rinku's match-winning knock

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Rinku Singh's unbeaten 83 and a four-six blitz turned the game as KKR edged LSG in a Super Over thriller in IPL 2026, with Irfan Pathan calling it the decisive moment.

New T20 WC Schedule After Bangladesh Standoff

New T20 WC Schedule After Bangladesh Standoff

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The International Cricket Council has begun work on a revised schedule for the T20 World Cup after Bangladesh formally requested that their matches be moved out of India.

Mumbai most successful IPL team

Mumbai most successful IPL team

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Rajneesh Gupta presents a complete statistical IPL dossier.

Two keepers, one team: RCB's strategy explained

Two keepers, one team: RCB's strategy explained

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Known for his aggressive batting and ability to dominate powerplay overs, Salt became a highly sought-after player during the bidding war.

'Welcome to RCB, Venkatesh Iyer'

'Welcome to RCB, Venkatesh Iyer'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Venkatesh has scored 1,468 runs in the IPL, playing for KKR, with his best season being 2023 with 404 runs. His dip in form in 2025 (142 runs) saw him being released by the franchise before the IPL 2026 auction.

The Season That Defined Them: IPL's One-Hit Wonders

The Season That Defined Them: IPL's One-Hit Wonders

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

From breakout heroes to forgotten names, revisit IPL stars who dazzled for a season but failed to replicate their magic.

Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer ends his Wankhede drought with a fluent fifty as Punjab Kings chase down 195 to beat Mumbai Indians and go top of the table.

IPL 2026: Why didn't KKR's 25.20 Cr buy Green bowl? Ask Cricket Australia, says Rahane

IPL 2026: Why didn't KKR's 25.20 Cr buy Green bowl? "Ask Cricket Australia," says Rahane

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Why didn't KKR's 25.20 crore buy Green bowl? Irked Rahane says "Ask Cricket Australia "

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A look at the rookies from each of the 10 IPL franchises who are expected to make a name for themselves in the upcoming season.

Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup games in India

Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup games in India

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Bangladesh will not play their T20 World Cup matches in India after Mustafizur Rahman was released by Kolkata Knight Riders amid growing tensions between the countries, Bangladesh's sports adviser Asif Nazrul said on Sunday.

Gambhir to decide on Suryakumar's future as India's T20 captain

Gambhir to decide on Suryakumar's future as India's T20 captain

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's future as India's T20 captain is uncertain, with his place in the team as a batter under scrutiny. Gautam Gambhir's support as head coach could be decisive, despite concerns from the selection committee about Suryakumar's recent form and suitability for the 2028 Olympics.

Gavaskar warns MI: Win all or miss IPL 2026 playoffs

Gavaskar warns MI: Win all or miss IPL 2026 playoffs

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concerns about Mumbai Indians' inconsistent performance in IPL 2026, stating they must win all remaining matches to secure a playoff spot after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2024: Special Homecoming for 'Guru Gambhir'!

IPL 2024: Special Homecoming for 'Guru Gambhir'!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

It was indeed a special moment when former Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir touched down in the City of Joy to join his former club as the mentor.

I would love to coach the Indian team: Gambhir

I would love to coach the Indian team: Gambhir

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Earlier this week, former India captain Sourav Ganguly had backed Gambhir for the India head coach role, saying "he is a good candidate".

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

"Shah Rukh Khan should apologise to nation": Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on KKR picking Bangladesh player

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

In February, the BBC reported that Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave, and Sunrisers Leeds would not consider signing Pakistani players for the United Kingdom-based competition amid tensions between neighbours India and Pakistan.

IPL 2026: Ashwin questions Cameron Green's role in KKR, suggests pay cut clause

IPL 2026: Ashwin questions Cameron Green's role in KKR, suggests pay cut clause

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Ahead of IPL 2026, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the role of Cameron Green at Kolkata Knight Riders, suggesting the franchise should consider cutting his pay if he does not bowl his full quota.

Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Kohli was seen remonstrating with the umpires after a controversial dismissal.

IPL 2O26: Is Punjab Kings Suffering From A Cricket Curse?

IPL 2O26: Is Punjab Kings Suffering From A Cricket Curse?

Rediff.com19 May 2026

This desperate struggle by PBKS after riding high will be recorded as one of the most shocking turnarounds of the IPL 2026 season.

Did CSK miss a trick on Cameron Green?

Did CSK miss a trick on Cameron Green?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Green was acquired by the Kolkata-based franchise for a record Rs 25.20 crore, making him the most expensive overseas signing in IPL history.

IPL players' auction in Kolkata on December 19

IPL players' auction in Kolkata on December 19

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

The IPL players' auction will be conducted in Kolkata for the first time.

Rashid Khan turned down offers to play for India, Australia, reveals new book

Rashid Khan turned down offers to play for India, Australia, reveals new book

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Afghanistan's star leg-spinner Rashid Khan declined citizenship offers from India and Australia, reaffirming his commitment to representing his home country, according to a new book.

Why RCB face a huge challenge against CSK

Why RCB face a huge challenge against CSK

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

RCB will have to tweak their team composition to suit the demands of the Chepauk pitch in their second IPL match against CSK, said Shane Watson.

Can Mumbai halt rampaging Kolkata's winning run?

Can Mumbai halt rampaging Kolkata's winning run?

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Yet to seal a last-four berth, heavyweights Mumbai Indians will look to end the Kolkata Knight Riders' six-match winning streak in what promises to be an exciting Indian Premier League contest in Kolkata on Saturday.

KKR boss 'very happy' with Green purchase

KKR boss 'very happy' with Green purchase

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The deal made Green the third-most expensive player in IPL history and the most expensive overseas player ever in the league.

Big Names Quit IPL Weeks Before Auction

Big Names Quit IPL Weeks Before Auction

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

As teams prepare for the IPL 2026 auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi, the spotlight has unexpectedly shifted from potential signings to the big names who won't be part of the season

What Starc said about KKR mentor Gambhir

What Starc said about KKR mentor Gambhir

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'He is a fantastic thinker of the game.'