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Abhishek aims to deliver big in every innings

Abhishek aims to deliver big in every innings

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Abhishek said he has benefitted a lot after working with batting great Brian Lara, who was involved with the franchise in the past.

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Agni Chopra domination of bowlers, which has seen his average touching Bradmanesque-levels, has come in the Plate League so far, and Agni nourishes the dream of getting into Elite League with Mizoram.

Tendulkar versus Lara, once again

Tendulkar versus Lara, once again

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

The two champion players will clash against each other in the opening game of the 'Unacademy Road Safety World Series'on March 7

Should Dhoni bat higher up the order?

Should Dhoni bat higher up the order?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

West Indies batting great Brian Lara believes CSK's Mahendra Singh Dhoni won't consider a promotion in the batting order.

Lara's back! And the ramp takes a bow

Lara's back! And the ramp takes a bow

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Sanjukta Dutta showed off the beauty of Assamese textiles on the ramp.

Suryakumar should have been picked for Australia: Lara

Suryakumar should have been picked for Australia: Lara

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

West Indies great Brian Lara believes that a batsman of Suryakumar Yadav's calibre should have been in the Indian white-ball squad for the tour of Australia.

Sachin, Lara tee off on the golf course

Sachin, Lara tee off on the golf course

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

It was Sachin Tendulkar vs Brian Lara against each other once again as the two cricketing greats squared up on the golf course this time around.

'Not the pitch you play a World Cup semi-final on'

'Not the pitch you play a World Cup semi-final on'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott lambasted the pitch that was used for their T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa in Trinidad.

Kohli is cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo: Brian Lara

Kohli is cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo: Brian Lara

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

'His batting skills are unbelievable. He is a guy you cannot leave out in any era. If a guy is averaging 50 plus in all versions of the game, then that is something which is unheard of'

Big-hitting Head using IPL as prep for T20 WC

Big-hitting Head using IPL as prep for T20 WC

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Abhishek thanks Lara, Yuvraj

Lara reckons 'responsible' Pant is India's No 1 keeper

Lara reckons 'responsible' Pant is India's No 1 keeper

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Pant, who was once seen as heir apparent to Dhoni, has faced flak for his keeping skills right from the beginning of his career.

I have tested negative for COVID-19, confirms Brian Lara

I have tested negative for COVID-19, confirms Brian Lara

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

West Indies batting greart Brian Lara confirmed that he has tested negative for COVID-19. Lara claimed that there were rumours circulating of him testing positive for the coronavirus, which he said are not true.

PIX: Akshay, Lara shoot for Bell Bottom

PIX: Akshay, Lara shoot for Bell Bottom

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

Akshay Kumar and his Bell Bottom team recently flew to London for the film's shoot.

Kohli is a run machine, says Lara

Kohli is a run machine, says Lara

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Tendulkar remains Lara's all-time favourite but in today's era, he said it is Kohli, who is the best.

Why cricket legend Lara started playing golf

Why cricket legend Lara started playing golf

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Brian Lara said he took to golf to release from the pressures of playing a team sport (cricket).

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Former West Indies captain Brian Lara will be in the same team as Ricky Ponting, Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer in the upcoming Bushfire relief fundraiser match. Ponting's side, which will be coached by former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, also comprises of lethal pacers such as Brett Lee and Wasim Akram. On the other hand, Gilchrist side's has a solid top-order comprising of Yuvraj Singh, Shane Watson and Andrew Symonds.

'He's repaying Rajasthan Royals for their belief in him'

'He's repaying Rajasthan Royals for their belief in him'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Impressed with the maturity shown by Yashasvi Jaiswal, West Indies cricket legend Brian Lara said the youngster's knock against Mumbai Indians was well put together.

South Africa face test of nerves against Afghanistan in semis

South Africa face test of nerves against Afghanistan in semis

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

South Africa's bid to lift a first major cricket trophy could come down to whether they can finally shed the unwanted tag of "chokers".

'He is a super star in the making'

'He is a super star in the making'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Shamar's heroics and the Windies win saw congratulations pouring in from every quarter. And it also left Windies legends Brian Lara and Carl Hooper, both who are now broadcasters, in tears as videos circulated on X.

The Story Behind This Goofy Picture

The Story Behind This Goofy Picture

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Aftab Shivdasani joins Akshay Kumar in Ahmed Khan's Welcome to the Jungle.

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Lara said that Warner could still achieve the milestone.

'I am jealous of Jadeja': Ashwin confesses

'I am jealous of Jadeja': Ashwin confesses

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The story of Ravichandrean Ashwin remains incomplete without the mention of Ravindra Jadeja.

Abhishek Sharma exciting talent for Indian cricket: Head

Abhishek Sharma exciting talent for Indian cricket: Head

Rediff.com9 May 2024

The destructive Travis Head has called his Sunrisers Hyderabad opening partner Abhishek Sharma an exciting talent for Indian cricket after the duo combined to pummel the Lucknow Super Giants bowling attack in a record IPL chase in Hyderabad.

'Gill will rule cricket in the coming years'

'Gill will rule cricket in the coming years'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

'Gill is the most talented batter in this new generation.'

Lara admitted to Mumbai hospital following chest pain

Lara admitted to Mumbai hospital following chest pain

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

West Indies legend Brian Lara has been admitted to Global Hospital in Mumbai after he complained of chest pain.

Seriously sexy! Model Lara Worthington's steamy photo shoot

Seriously sexy! Model Lara Worthington's steamy photo shoot

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

The 31-year-old looked stunning as she dared to bare on the cover of Elle USA.

PIX: Lara, Dino attend Christmas Mass

PIX: Lara, Dino attend Christmas Mass

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

Christmas is here!

What are Sachin and Lara doing in Mumbai?

What are Sachin and Lara doing in Mumbai?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

'Great way to welcome the weekend...surprise visit from a good friend. Chilling with Brian Lara.'

The legend who inspired Lara to take up cricket

The legend who inspired Lara to take up cricket

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

West Indies batting great Brian Lara revealed the person who inspired him to take up cricket.

I will get another chance to surpass Lara's 400: Warner

I will get another chance to surpass Lara's 400: Warner

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Warner was left stranded at 335 not out when Australia skipper Tim Paine declared the innings on Saturday.

Tanmay Agarwal Scores Fastest 300!

Tanmay Agarwal Scores Fastest 300!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Tanmay's 300 came off just 147 balls with 31 fours and 20 sixes. He broke the record held by South African batter Marco Marais (300 off 191 balls).

Root can surpass Tendulkar, Vaughan reckons

Root can surpass Tendulkar, Vaughan reckons

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Root is not the only England batter to have impressed Vaughan in recent times, with the exploits of young gun Harry Brook also catching the eye of the respected commentator and Ashes-winning skipper.

Here's what Lara said on Kohli's 'phenomenal' run

Here's what Lara said on Kohli's 'phenomenal' run

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

Eulogising Virat Kohli's phenomenal achievements is the new normal and latest to join the bandwagon is West Indies legend Brian Lara terming the Indian captain as "game's leader at the moment."

The Formidable Editor, Vimla Patil

The Formidable Editor, Vimla Patil

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Vimla Patil always stressed the importance of proving wrong the perception that women were women's worst enemies. And it iss a lesson I carried forward with me all through my career, learning empathy, understanding and ways to help as I went along. Sathya Saran, who succeeded Mrs Patil as Femina's editor, pays homage to the well-known journalist who passed into the ages on September 29, 2024.

MI vs CSK: Should Madhwal have bowled the final over against Dhoni?

MI vs CSK: Should Madhwal have bowled the final over against Dhoni?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'But their bowling is poor. Beyond Jasprit Bumrah, there is no one to actually support them in that bowling attack, and the CSK batters took them apart.'

'Fit and fine' Lara discharged from hospital

'Fit and fine' Lara discharged from hospital

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

The former West Indies captain was admitted to the Global Hospital in Parel after complaining of chest pain during a gym workout session.

Meet Bollywood's Newest Maasi-To-Be

Meet Bollywood's Newest Maasi-To-Be

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Ananya Panday's cousin YouTuber Alanna Panday is expecting her first child with husband Ivor McCray.

Brian Lara on how to make Test cricket more popular

Brian Lara on how to make Test cricket more popular

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

West Indian batting legend Brian Lara is not concerned about the duration of Test matches as long as they are producing results. Lara, who holds the record for the highest individual score in Tests (400 not out), also said that the Day-Night Tests are an "attraction" but not the way forward to popularise the longest format of the game.

Kohli better than Tendulkar, Lara, Ponting: Vaughan

Kohli better than Tendulkar, Lara, Ponting: Vaughan

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes India captain Virat Kohli is a better batsman across the three formats than legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Ricky Ponting.

There are shades of Sehwag in Shaw's batting: Lara

There are shades of Sehwag in Shaw's batting: Lara

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Prithvi Shaw's phenomenal talent has been much talked-about and the latest to join the bandwagon is none other than Brian Lara.