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Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The challenges in a post COVID-19 world were new and unusual but unlike other Indian sports, cricket could partially redeem itself, thanks to the deep pockets of the BCCI

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The ICC Annual Conference 2014 - world cricket's biggest annual gathering - will take place in Australia for the first time in its history after Melbourne was awarded the right to host the event.

Ashwin's 'turbulent' journey from Melbourne to Sydney

Ashwin's 'turbulent' journey from Melbourne to Sydney

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Taking to Twitter, the spinner wrote, 'Yours Turbulently Melbourne to Sydney!'

What ails Gill's batting in Test cricket...

What ails Gill's batting in Test cricket...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

He has scored 994 runs in 35 innings at an average of 31.06. However, his statistics suggest his struggle against red-ball giants like New Zealand, England and now South Africa.

Liverpool beat Melbourne Victory as Suarez thrills

Liverpool beat Melbourne Victory as Suarez thrills

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard slotted a first-half goal and Iago Aspas a second in injury-time to secure a 2-0 win over Melbourne Victory but Luis Suarez hogged the limelight at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

KP rates Ahmedabad, Kanpur as worst grounds; Wankhede 4th best

KP rates Ahmedabad, Kanpur as worst grounds; Wankhede 4th best

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

Dashing England batsman Kevin Pietersen named Kanpur's Green Park and Ahmedabad's Motera among the 10 worst stadiums where he has played cricket in all these years. Green Park and Motera does have company from other notable venues like Guyana and Manchester's Old Trafford to name a few. Pietersen also termed Gabba as the "11th worst ground" after being asked name 10 by his followers on Twitter. The other grounds that did not find favour with Pietersen are Chelmsford, Colwyn Bay, Canberra, Multan, Leicester and St Kitts. However he rated Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium as one of the 10 best venues that he has played cricket on.

PIX: Dean Jones remembered during Boxing Day Test

PIX: Dean Jones remembered during Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

More than three months after his death, Dean Jones was paid another tribute at his home ground at the Melbourne Cricket Ground by Indian and Australian players, who were joined by his wife, daughters and the legendary Allan Border in remembering the effervescent former player on Saturday.

Queen declares Melbourne Games open

Queen declares Melbourne Games open

Rediff.com15 Mar 2006

Matt Short eager to lead Australia

Matt Short eager to lead Australia

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Matt Short will have a role in Australia's leadership group during the Twenty20 series against Pakistan and has put his hand up to stand in as captain

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The Sardar Patel Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad is spread over 63 acres, with a seating capacity of 1.10 lakh people. It overtakes Melbourne Cricket Ground, which can accommodate 90,000 people.

PIX: Boland bags four as India's batting woes continue

PIX: Boland bags four as India's batting woes continue

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Images from Day 1 of the fifth Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday.

Warne state memorial to be held at MCG on March 30

Warne state memorial to be held at MCG on March 30

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

A state memorial service for cricketing great Shane Warne will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on the evening of March 30.

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

1st ODI: Cummins captures thriller as Australia edge Pakistan

1st ODI: Cummins captures thriller as Australia edge Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

In a nail-biting finish at the MCG, Australia clinched a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first ODI on Monday night.

'Just stay in your crease, it's not that hard'

'Just stay in your crease, it's not that hard'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'You saw how far down he was ... That's just absolutely taking the mickey. That's not just taking off before I bowl it. He was a metre down the wicket.'

'Writing Warner off is probably the wrong thing to do'

'Writing Warner off is probably the wrong thing to do'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

David Warner retired on 200 after tea in cramped-up exhaustion after tormenting the Proteas in a Melbourne Cricket Ground furnace, quashing all debate about his place in the side.

'Pakistan drawing inspiration from '92 win over England'

'Pakistan drawing inspiration from '92 win over England'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Pakistan have soaked up stories from the landmark 1992 Cricket World Cup final win over England in the lead up to Sunday's Twenty20 decider and hope to share their own tales of triumph in years to come, team mentor Matthew Hayden said on Friday.

Kovind to become first Indian President to attend cricket match abroad

Kovind to become first Indian President to attend cricket match abroad

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

President Ram Nath Kovind will become the first Indian head of state to attend an international cricket match abroad when he visits the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the T20 game between India and Australia on Friday.

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Pakistan, at the same MCG 30 years ago, had beaten England in the final of the 50-overs world Cup under Khan's inspiring leadership.

Cotton will be first woman to umpire global cricket final

Cotton will be first woman to umpire global cricket final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

New Zealander Kim Cotton is set to become the first woman to umpire the final of a major global cricket tournament after being appointed for the Women's Twenty20 World Cup decider at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan pacer Rauf issues warning to India

T20 World Cup: Pakistan pacer Rauf issues warning to India

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf is banking on his knowledge gained from the Australian Big Bash League to outsmart Indian batters when the two arch-rivals clash in the T20 World Cup at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 23.

T20 World Cup 2020: India start off vs SA but no group match vs Pak

T20 World Cup 2020: India start off vs SA but no group match vs Pak

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

India will not face arch-rivals Pakistan in the group stages with both teams placed in separate groups.

Marsh dropped, Webster to make Test debut at SCG

Marsh dropped, Webster to make Test debut at SCG

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

The introduction of Webster was the only change to the side, with Mitchell Starc included despite struggling with a back niggle during the fourth Test.

Rohit In Tears At MCG

Rohit In Tears At MCG

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Rohit Sharma got emotional as he led his team for the National Anthem during India's Super 12 blockbuster game against Pakistan at the T20 World Cup 2022.

Melbourne Test: Smith belts big ton to put Australia in charge

Melbourne Test: Smith belts big ton to put Australia in charge

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Captain Steven Smith took a sharp catch to snare India's first wicket after scoring a big century to fire Australia to a mammoth first innings total of 530 on day two of the third Test in Melbourne on Saturday.

Is Shubman Gill the next big thing in Test cricket?

Is Shubman Gill the next big thing in Test cricket?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Vaughan said one can argue but for him, the India opener is the next big thing in the longest format of the game.

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli booed by home fans after bumping shoulders with Konstas on the pitch after the 19-year-old smashed India's bowlers around the park early on.

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain showered praise on Kohli.

No Game, No Problem For These Fans

No Game, No Problem For These Fans

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Rain in Australia has been turning into a major nuisance in this T20 World Cup.

Is Alex Carey choosing T20, ODI format over Tests?

Is Alex Carey choosing T20, ODI format over Tests?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey is not interested in specialising in long-form work, although he is hoping for another Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) hundred when hosts take on Pakistan in the second Test, saying that "plenty of ODI and T20 cricket is still left in him."

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Cameron Green said that his body is in great shape, where he can contribute well as a bowler

'You Need To Play What The Team Needs'

'You Need To Play What The Team Needs'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'You can still play your natural game in a team sport but if the team needs you you need to play in a certain way.'

Zampa fails 'Mankad' attempt in Big Bash match

Zampa fails 'Mankad' attempt in Big Bash match

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Melbourne Stars captain Adam Zampa aborted a ball during his run-up after seeing Rogers leave his crease early and whipped off the bails, with umpires initially giving it as a run out.

MCG to witness India's 100th Test against Australia

MCG to witness India's 100th Test against Australia

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

India will play their 100th Test against Australia as they meet in the Boxing Day Test

Gabba is docked a point for not meeting ICC guidelines

Gabba is docked a point for not meeting ICC guidelines

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

"There was extra bounce and occasional excessive seam movement. The odd delivery also kept low on the second day, making it very difficult for batters to build partnerships."

Ponting's advice for struggling Kohli, Smith

Ponting's advice for struggling Kohli, Smith

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Ricky Ponting advised star batters Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to stop trying hard to rediscover their best and pushing themselves too hard and just focus on watching the ball and scoring runs.

SEE: Team India celebrates Kohli's birthday!

SEE: Team India celebrates Kohli's birthday!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

It was party time in the Indian camp as they celebrated the birthdays of their batting star Virat Kohli and mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton on Saturday.

Sehwag completes 8000 runs in Test cricket

Sehwag completes 8000 runs in Test cricket

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

Dashing opener Virender Sehwag became the fifth Indian batsman to complete 8000 runs in Test cricket when he reached an individual score of 20 against Australia in the first Test.

Narendra Modi stadium sets new world record!

Narendra Modi stadium sets new world record!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Board of Control for Cricket in India said the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the biggest crowd attendance during a T20 match.

T20 World Cup: Rain washes out New Zealand-Afghanistan clash

T20 World Cup: Rain washes out New Zealand-Afghanistan clash

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Both teams shared a point each as rain refused to relent, forcing the umpires to call off the match.