News for 'Legends of India'

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

'Biggest signing in BBL history': Thunder confirm Ashwin signing

'Biggest signing in BBL history': Thunder confirm Ashwin signing

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin is set to create history as the first capped India men's player to play in the Australia's Big Bash League.

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

Kasparov takes lead over Anand at Clutch Chess

Kasparov takes lead over Anand at Clutch Chess

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

It was in the first game that Anand had outplayed Kasparov and the former world No 1 survived thanks to some unforced error by the Indian ace.

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday condoled the death of renowned umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird, saying the Englishman was a "unique character", who understood the "tensions and pressures" of the players.

Lavish Kochi Wedding for PT Usha's Son Vignesh

Lavish Kochi Wedding for PT Usha's Son Vignesh

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

PT Usha, now president of the Indian Olympic Association, had a proud family moment as her son, Dr. Vignesh, tied the knot

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin is set to become the first capped India men's player to participate in the Big Bash League.

Can Sai Sudharsan silence critics in Delhi?

Can Sai Sudharsan silence critics in Delhi?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Assessing Sai Sudharsan's temperament and Nitish Kumar Reddy's utility in home conditions would be topmost on India's checklist when the high-on-confidence hosts take on a floundering West Indies

Sachin's Prank on Young Raina Will Make You LOL!

Sachin's Prank on Young Raina Will Make You LOL!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Former Indian cricket stars Suresh Raina, RP Singh, and Anil Kumble share hilarious and heartwarming stories in 'Cheeky Singles' on JioHotstar.

Crisis man, Head Coach Gambhir turns 44!

Crisis man, Head Coach Gambhir turns 44!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

In 242 international appearances, Gambhir scored 10,324 runs at an average of 38.95, with 20 centuries and 63 fifties in 283 innings. He is amongst 14 Indians to have 10,000 international runs.

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Australia held their nerve in a tense chase, edging past India by two wickets to seal the series 2-0 despite a late fightback from the visitors on Thursday in Adelaide.

India, England To Vie For Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy!

India, England To Vie For Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

India, England to play series for Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have struggled in recent Test matches, will find their form in the upcoming ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy.

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill may have fallen agonisingly short of breaking Sunil Gavaskar's iconic 54-year-old record, but he walked away with something just as special - the legend's respect.

Healy, Mandhana and a night to remember in Vizag

Healy, Mandhana and a night to remember in Vizag

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The clash was a record-breaking one. Right from individual pieces of glory to team milestones, India opener Smriti Mandhana's records to Australia once again re-writing history books to justify the seven titles in their trophy cabinet, this match had it all.

Arrest warrant against Bangladesh's cricket legend

Arrest warrant against Bangladesh's cricket legend

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

The IFIC Bank in October 2024 issued a legal notice over the bounced cheques and subsequently filed the case on December 24 against the cricketer-turned-businessman and three other officials of his company.

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This was a soaring evening that sent hearts aflutter and for a few brief moments we tasted the breath of pure freedom that has been missing in this country for the past several years.

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'For the next nine months to one year I would still be an active player.'

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Sunil Gavaskar and former BCCI President Sharad Pawar will be honoured with life-size statues at the entrance of the new Mumbai Cricket Association's museum

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Pat Cummins captured the sentiment perfectly, calling this potentially the 'last chance' for fans Down Under to witness these legends in action. With both stalwarts set to be 39 and 40 respectively by the 2027 World Cup, every appearance carries added significance. Ro-Ko have been the heartbeat of Indian cricket for over 15 years. Their return brings an emotional lift to the team and raises expectations for the series against the world champions.

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'He was immediately given CPR before being rushed to Singapore General Hospital. Despite efforts to save him, he was declared deceased in the ICU around 2:30 PM IST.'

Umesh Catches Up With 'Legend' Dhoni

Umesh Catches Up With 'Legend' Dhoni

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'ARRIVE AS A KING LIVE AS A LEGEND, BE REMEMBERED AS A GENTLEMAN,' he captioned his Instagram post with Dhoni.

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Bhagyashree Jadhav: From Life on a Ventilator to Chasing Gold on Home Soil

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The third Test at Lord's could well be the series' turning point. This isn't just about team combinations or tactical tweaks anymore. The pitch has emerged as a defining factor -- one that could tilt the balance of power in a contest hanging delicately at 1-1.

Clutch Chess: Kasparov extends lead as Anand falters

Clutch Chess: Kasparov extends lead as Anand falters

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

'Kasparov was lucky to clinch the first game as disaster struck Anand at a close-to-winning position when the Indian ran out of time after "forgetting" to keep an eye on the clock.'

'There should be no cricket & trade with Pakistan'

'There should be no cricket & trade with Pakistan'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

India-Pakistan bilateral relations must improve before engaging in cricket: Harbhajan Singh

Stokes Joins a League of Extraordinary Gentlemen!

Stokes Joins a League of Extraordinary Gentlemen!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

With this the classy all-rounder has achieved a rare milestone that few legends of the game can boast of.

'To see five Tests go five days is pretty unique'

'To see five Tests go five days is pretty unique'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Australia Test wicketkeeper Alex Carey termed India's thrilling win over England in the fifth Test as 'spectacular'.

'Cricket at heart?': Lara's wake-up call for West Indies team

'Cricket at heart?': Lara's wake-up call for West Indies team

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Legendary Brian Lara said the struggling West Indies would "find a way" in getting their act together in Test cricket if they really had "cricket at heart".

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'We need to get a better share of the pie because we were the cash cows for a long time.'

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Taking to 'X", Sachin said he remained grateful to his "three guiding hands," who shaped him to the person he is today and acknowledged the profound impact made in his life by his father Ramesh Tendulkar, first coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar, and elder brother Ajit.

Legends praise Harmanpreet's team as 'Best in the World'

Legends praise Harmanpreet's team as 'Best in the World'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The general impression that the Indian hockey team concedes late goals has changed with its second successive Olympic bronze medal and the Harmanpreet Singh-led side is one of the best in the world in all aspects, feels the legendary Zafar Iqbal.

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The emotional high point of the glittering ceremony came when Shreya concluded her performance with Zubeen's iconic song 'Mayabini Ratir Bukut'.

AI: '8 Out Of 10 Jobs At Risk'

AI: '8 Out Of 10 Jobs At Risk'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

AI will erase outsourcing jobs, redefine skills and disrupt global giants within five years, predicts Vinod Khosla. The IT legend urges young people to become generalists: Adaptable thinkers who can learn quickly, connect dots across disciplines and shift careers as technologies evolve.

'National treasure' Bumrah outshining legends in Australia

'National treasure' Bumrah outshining legends in Australia

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is on the cusp of making history after he went level with former spinner Bishan Singh Bedi for most wickets in an overseas Test series for India.

A Gift For Kohli From A Cricket Legend

A Gift For Kohli From A Cricket Legend

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

'Sometimes, you are a good player, and you haven't made it. I think they have done very well for India.'

When Modi Treated Vishy To A Gujarati Thali

When Modi Treated Vishy To A Gujarati Thali

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'On one hand, he is efficient, disciplined, and deeply professional, with his entire team working like clockwork.' 'On the other hand, he is approachable, warm, and often light-hearted -- someone who can crack a joke and make you feel at ease.'

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

He was colourful. He was dramatic. He was The Master of His Craft. There never will be an editor as versatile as Pritish Nandy, notes Nikhil Lakshman.

Sachin, netizens get behind team after Lord's heartbreak

Sachin, netizens get behind team after Lord's heartbreak

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The Indian team's valiant fight did not go unnoticed with Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar patting the players for their effort.