News for 'Kolkata and Chennai'

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans set to miss Buttler in play-offs, Moeen Ali not to return for KKR

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Punjab Kings bring in Kiwi quick as injury replacement

Rediff.com15 May 2025

PBKS sign Kiwi pacer Jamieson for injured Ferguson; RCB skipper Patidar bats at nets

PIX: Siraj's heart-warming moment with Kohli

PIX: Siraj's heart-warming moment with Kohli

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

He also met with skipper Rajat Patidar, pacer Yash Dayal, head coach Andy Flower, and Director of Cricket Mo Bobat.

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Harry Brook, the English middle-order batter, faced criticism after being dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy for the second consecutive time in the ongoing T20I series against India.

Buttler, Coetzee set to join GT; Russell, Narine to link with KKR in Bengaluru

Buttler, Coetzee set to join GT; Russell, Narine to link with KKR in Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 May 2025

GT's other overseas players, including Rashid Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Kagiso Rabada and Karim Janat, stayed with the rest of the squad in India.

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will resume on May 17 with a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders in Bengaluru, the BCCI announced on Monday.

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be aiming to break their losing streak when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. CSK are currently ninth in the standings with one win and four losses, while KKR are in sixth position with two wins and three defeats. The home team will be hoping to turn around their fortunes at Chepauk, which has not been as advantageous this season as it has been in the past. CSK will need to adapt to the changed conditions and rely on their spinners to perform well at a venue where they have traditionally dominated. Meanwhile, KKR will be looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Lucknow Super Giants and secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Rohit Sharma's Test Career In Numbers

Rohit Sharma's Test Career In Numbers

Rediff.com9 May 2025

All 12 of Rohit's Test hundreds came in the winning cause for India.

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

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face off in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

'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.'

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

Ex India all-rounder Sriram joins CSK coaching staff

Ex India all-rounder Sriram joins CSK coaching staff

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

In IPL, he has previously worked with Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Lucknow Super Giants.

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Housing sales declined 19 per cent annually in January-March across eight major cities to 98,095 units on high prices and lower launches, according to PropTiger. Real estate consultant PropTiger, which is part of REA India that also owns Housing.com, on Wednesday noted that rising property prices and slowing growth forced buyers to exercise caution.

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Chahal is now the first player in IPL history to take a hat-trick against CSK.

Why Prabhsimran is 'more matured' this IPL season

Why Prabhsimran is 'more matured' this IPL season

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings spin bowling coach Sunil Joshi says opener Prabhsimran Singh is showing 'greater maturity' this IPL season.

The IPL 2025 Dream XI

The IPL 2025 Dream XI

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Sai Sudharsan upstaged some of the world's top batters as he topped the run scoring charts, while Prasidh Krishna was the most successful bowler of the season.

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Riding high on their new-found confidence, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be hoping to finally get it right at home and keep their play-off hopes alive when they take on a struggling Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match in Kolkata on Sunday.

'Better now than in eliminator': Salt on RCB's loss to SRH

'Better now than in eliminator': Salt on RCB's loss to SRH

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener Phil Salt sees a silver lining in their defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. He says they rather have a loss like that in the league stage than in the IPL play-offs.

Punjab Kings equal Mumbai Indians' record against Chennai Super Kings

Punjab Kings equal Mumbai Indians' record against Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Punjab Kings equalled Mumbai Indians' record of five straight victories over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League.

How To Monsoon-Proof Your Car Ride

How To Monsoon-Proof Your Car Ride

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Even if you have a comprehensive motor insurance policy, it may not provide sufficient protection against monsoon-related risks.

Focus on Kohli as IPL resumes with RCB-KKR face-off

Focus on Kohli as IPL resumes with RCB-KKR face-off

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The unexpected 10-day break has left both the RCB and the KKR with different goals to achieve and common challenges to hurdle over.

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.

Why home advantage doesn't matter in IPL 2025

Why home advantage doesn't matter in IPL 2025

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings have all found it difficult to assert dominance at home this season.

Musheer, Mhatre, Raghuvanshi big buys in T20 Mumbai League

Musheer, Mhatre, Raghuvanshi big buys in T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Young Mumbai cricketers like Musheer Khan, Ayush Mhatre, Suryansh Shedge and Angkrish Raghuvanshi were among the big buys in the initial round of auction for the third edition of T20 Mumbai League.

Srikkanth foresees a great IPL 2025 for CSK

Srikkanth foresees a great IPL 2025 for CSK

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth predicted another successful Indian Premier League season for five-time champions Chennai Super Kings

How KKR outplayed CSK at Chepauk

How KKR outplayed CSK at Chepauk

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

With spinners playing a crucial role in dismantling CSK's batting, Rahane praised their performance while also shedding light on how KKR's strategy worked flawlessly on the night.

Varun's Big Day, Tilak's Fun Demand

Varun's Big Day, Tilak's Fun Demand

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

The BCCI shared a video on their X handle capturing the players' arrival, showcasing their excitement for the match.

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Dhoni himself addressed the retirement rumours in a latest podcast after speculation of his retirement from IPL intensified, when his parents Pan Singh and Devaki Devi were seen at Chepauk for CSK's match against Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

IPL 2025: Big boost for Royals ahead of PBKS clash

IPL 2025: Big boost for Royals ahead of PBKS clash

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Sanju Samson is set to return as Rajasthan Royals captain after receiving clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to keep wickets in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

Dhoni breaks silence on his IPL future

Dhoni breaks silence on his IPL future

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni said he will decide on his IPL future after working hard for 6-8 months and assessing whether his body can cope with the demands of the game.

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings set a new IPL record for the lowest total ever successfully defended -- 111.

KKR stand behind faltering vice-captain Venky Iyer

KKR stand behind faltering vice-captain Venky Iyer

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Rahane admitted KKR have struggled to find a successful opening pair and their combinations have been failing to make a dent.

Is this why IPL teams are struggling at home?

Is this why IPL teams are struggling at home?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Home advantage is not prevalent because teams, players are new after big auction: Dravid

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The batters who will be salivating at the prospect of breaching the 300-mark when IPL 2025 gets under way on Saturday.

Why RR Languishes In 9th Spot

Why RR Languishes In 9th Spot

Rediff.com21 May 2025

RR lost as many as 5 games this IPL after being in a seemingly winning position. Had they managed to win those games, they would have sealed a playoff spot.

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The South African's blistering 52 off 25 balls not only augurs well for him personally but for the franchise who are aiming to build a team from scratch for the next season.

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Dhoni skips practice again but CSK bowling coach says he is 'fine' and 'will play'

KKR coach unfazed by Dhoni mania at Eden

KKR coach unfazed by Dhoni mania at Eden

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Chandrakant Pandit has said that his team is focused on the game and not the frenzy surrounding MS Dhoni's possible farewell at Eden Gardens.

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes IPL teams should have full control over pitch conditions in their own backyard.