News for 'Kumar Sangakkara'

Sangakkara replaces Dravid as Rajasthan Royals' head coach

Sangakkara replaces Dravid as Rajasthan Royals' head coach

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Rajasthan Royals announced Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara as their head coach for IPL 2026 next year, following the exit of Rahul Dravid from the role.

Dhoni vs Sangakkara: Who really was better?

Dhoni vs Sangakkara: Who really was better?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Dhoni and Sangakkara, two contemporaries who relentlessly stayed in contention for the number one spot during their era, went head-to-head in the 2011 World Cup final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Rajasthan Royals unveil new captain ahead of IPL 2026

Rajasthan Royals unveil new captain ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rajasthan Royals appoint Riyan Parag as captain for IPL 2026. The 24-year-old succeeds Sanju Samson, with Kumar Sangakkara and Manoj Badale backing his leadership ahead of the new season.

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Sangakkara to return to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Sri Lankan batting great Kumar Sangakkara will return to Rajasthan Royals to lead the coaching staff after the exit of Rahul Dravid as head coach.

Kohli Smashes Tendulkar Record, Rewrites History

Kohli Smashes Tendulkar Record, Rewrites History

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli once again etched his name deeper into cricketing history, becoming the fastest player to reach 28,000 international runs during the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

Rediff.com4 days ago

A shortened game will be like a sprint where the risk element will be high. Who will win when emotion meets execution remains to be seen. K R Nayar reports from Colombo.

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Shining sun, gentle breeze, excited fans in Sydney await India's third ODI against Australia

Spotted: Kumar Sangakkara in Johannesburg

Spotted: Kumar Sangakkara in Johannesburg

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Reader Srinath Kannan sent us this photograph with Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara.

Spotted: Kumar Sangakkara in Johannesburg

Spotted: Kumar Sangakkara in Johannesburg

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Reader Srinath Kannan sent us this photograph with Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara.

5 hundreds in a row! Vidarbha's Shorey equals List A record!

5 hundreds in a row! Vidarbha's Shorey equals List A record!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Vidarbha's batting mainstay Dhruv Shorey equalled N Jagadeesan's record for the most consecutive List A centuries, registering his fifth in a row with an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad.

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Virat Kohli: Eternal King Of Run Chases!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has now amassed 1,091 runs in 300-plus successful chases in ODIs, averaging 121.22 with a strike rate of 125.25, including seven hundreds and two fifties.

Kohli Breaks Ponting's Record!

Kohli Breaks Ponting's Record!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli surpassed the great Ricky Ponting for most runs by a No 3 batter in ODIs.

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Six different teams have lifted the trophy over the years, with the West Indies, England and reigning champions India the only nations to have won it twice.

'Kohli bats in ODIs like it's Delhi local league'

'Kohli bats in ODIs like it's Delhi local league'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

What stands out in Kohli's current run is the balance -- the familiar, calculated ODI template remains intact, but there is also a noticeable willingness to take calculated risks.

'The way Kohli keeps getting better... fantastic to see!

'The way Kohli keeps getting better... fantastic to see!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli top-scored with a splendid innings of 93 from 91 balls, anchoring India's run chase of 301 with eight fours and one six during the series opener against New Zealand.

When Will RoKo Return To Action?

When Will RoKo Return To Action?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to return to international duties in June when India host Afghanistan for a three-match ODI series.

Figure out Sri Lanka's run-machine Kumar Sangakkara

Figure out Sri Lanka's run-machine Kumar Sangakkara

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

The 37-year-old is Sri Lanka's highest run-scorer in both Tests and ODIs and is also among the few players to have hit a century against all Test-playing nations.Check out some of his interesting records by clicking on the boxes below:

IML: Sangakkara's ton has England Masters knocked out

IML: Sangakkara's ton has England Masters knocked out

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Sangakkara, who got to his hundred off a single, hit the winning runs with a six over long-on.

Kumar Sangakkara is MVP of Bangladesh tri-series

Kumar Sangakkara is MVP of Bangladesh tri-series

Rediff.com22 Jan 2010

Kumar Sangakkara edged out Virat Kohli to take the top place in the just-concluded tri-series.

'I'm living my dream and making people happy'

'I'm living my dream and making people happy'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli on Sunday said his spectacular journey so far has been nothing sort of a dream come true as he is able to "give so much happiness and smile to so many people"

Kohli's love affair with South Africa continues!

Kohli's love affair with South Africa continues!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat's streak of happiness: Indian batting legend continues scorching run against SA, achieves 11th instance of a remarkable feat

1st ODI PIX: Kohli misses ton but powers India to victory

1st ODI PIX: Kohli misses ton but powers India to victory

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the first ODI played between India and New Zealand in Vadodara on Sunday

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Australia batter Usman Khawaja's first run-in with Brendon McCullum, during the 2011 Test series between Australia and New Zealand, was far from pleasant, as per Fox Cricket.

Big names in play as IPL 2026 mini-auction set for mid-December

Big names in play as IPL 2026 mini-auction set for mid-December

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Cameron Green is shaping up as one of the hottest picks of the upcoming auction.

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Traditionally carved from top-quality willow, famous bat-makers, source the bulk of their willow wood from Kashmir.

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Joe Root looks on course not only to break Sachin Tendulkar's century record in Tests but could also overtake his record run-scoring tally.

Who's The Gent With Sangakkara, Sanju?

Who's The Gent With Sangakkara, Sanju?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhanjanlal Sharma on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, met the Rajasthan Royals players and management and congratulated them on their unbeaten run in IPL 2024.

Root surpasses Dravid, Smith with 37th Test century!

Root surpasses Dravid, Smith with 37th Test century!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Joe Root scored his 37th Test hundred on Friday to go past the tally of former India skipper Rahul Dravid and contemporary Steve Smith.

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

With nine Test centuries against India at home, Joe Root set a new record for the most by any batter against a single opponent in home Tests.

Angelo is sad.. not because he's quitting Tests!

Angelo is sad.. not because he's quitting Tests!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Ahead of his final Test match, former Sri Lanka skipper Angelo Mathews has expressed his deep concern over the limited Test cricket opportunities for teams outside the traditional powerhouses like Australia, India, and England.

Fastest to 14,000! Kohli Breaks Another Sachin Record

Fastest to 14,000! Kohli Breaks Another Sachin Record

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Kohli reached the landmark in just 287 innings, shattering Sachin Tendulkar's previous record of 350 innings.

There's nothing Samson can't do: Sangakkara

There's nothing Samson can't do: Sangakkara

Rediff.com9 May 2024

After Sanju Samson was included in India's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka great and Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara believes the 29-year-old will succeed in the upcoming global showpiece if he wins the race to be first-choice wicket-keeper for Men in Blue at the prestigious event.

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Designed by talented students at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Jodhpur, the design of the jersey draws inspiration from the intricate motifs found inside the Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower) at Chittorgarh.

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

'Congratulations Joe Root, magnificent.'

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Joe Root picked an easy single off Mohammed Siraj in the 58th over to take his score to 31, which also took his overall Test tally to 13290 runs.

Kohli, Rohit to retire from ODIs after Australia tour?

Kohli, Rohit to retire from ODIs after Australia tour?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

'Kohli and Rohit do not fit in our plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.'

Want To See Sachin Bat Again?

Want To See Sachin Bat Again?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'Walking back onto the field feels like coming home.'

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Root reached the milestone during his 69th WTC appearance - a single pushed to deep backward square leg brought up yet another half-century and sealed his place in the record books.

Pant joins 3k club of elite wicketkeepers

Pant joins 3k club of elite wicketkeepers

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Rishabh Pant completes 3000 Test runs; surpasses MS Dhoni to become Asia's most successful wicketkeeper-batter in SENA

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rajaneesh Gupta lists the amazing numbers that make Rohit Sharma one of the finest ODI batters of his time.