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Now, standing tickets for India-Pakistan WC clash at MCG!

Now, standing tickets for India-Pakistan WC clash at MCG!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Over 4000 standing room tickets will be available for 30 Australian dollars and sold on a first come first serve basis.

Clarke names Tendulkar in list of top five cricketers

Clarke names Tendulkar in list of top five cricketers

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

The others are Australian bowling greats Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath, South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis and West Indian batsman Brian Lara.

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Completely acted wrong': Kohli shock as star avoids ban for 'ridiculous' clash with Aussie teen'

'Stokes has taken the right call to miss T20 World Cup'

'Stokes has taken the right call to miss T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Stuart Broad said the defending champions will miss his aura but have enough resources to replace him as a player.

England ready to face Aus with 'white-ball mindset'

England ready to face Aus with 'white-ball mindset'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

'We realise we haven't been good enough across all facets of the game. The boys want to win, we want to win the series too.'

Cummins stars again; Australia sweeps series vs Pak

Cummins stars again; Australia sweeps series vs Pak

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Pat Cummins took 10 wickets to lead Australia to Pakistan series triumph

India vs Pakistan at MCG sells out in five minutes

India vs Pakistan at MCG sells out in five minutes

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The allocations for the India vs Pakistan match were sold within five minutes of going on sale.

Cricket Australia planning to host T20 World Cup as per schedule

Cricket Australia planning to host T20 World Cup as per schedule

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

The men's T20 World Cup is slated to begin with the pre-qualifiers from October 18-23 followed by the main 12-team competition from October 24. Cricket Australia is planning to host the men's T20 World Cup as per schedule

Deshpande out for 2-3 months! IPL doubt looms

Deshpande out for 2-3 months! IPL doubt looms

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

India and Mumbai pace bowler Tushar Deshpande is likely to remain sidelined for another two to three months due to a recurring ankle injury.

Rain threat over England vs Pakistan T20 World Cup final

Rain threat over England vs Pakistan T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Heavy rain is expected on Sunday's match-day and also the reserve day on Monday as a multi-year La Nina weather phenomenon continues to drench much of eastern Australia.

Kishan called up to India A team for Aus tour

Kishan called up to India A team for Aus tour

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Kishan, who was dropped from the BCCI central contracts earlier this year due to concerns that he was "prioritising" the cash-rich Indian Premier League over domestic cricket, made his return to the India A setup.

Things happen very quickly with a pink ball: Shastri warns India

Things happen very quickly with a pink ball: Shastri warns India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'In my mind, it was very clear you can't do worse than that (Adelaide). You'll have a day when the luck is in your favour and you can bounce back. And that's exactly what happened.'

SEE: India's batting star Jemimah grooves in Melbourne

SEE: India's batting star Jemimah grooves in Melbourne

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Before the start of the Women's T20 World Cup match against New Zealand, India's top-order batsman Jemimah Rodrigues was seen shaking a leg at the entrance alley of the Junction Oval stadium in Melbourne. Rodrigues was not alone, as she was joined by an off-duty security guard and the duo danced to a song from the recently-released Bollywood flick Love Aaj Kal.

'In all fairness I think he did touch the ball'

'In all fairness I think he did touch the ball'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The skipper, however, lamented that his team often stood at the receiving end of such decisions.

Spotted: Shane Warne in Melbourne

Spotted: Shane Warne in Melbourne

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Reader Anil Polineni sent us this picture from Melbourne.

Shubman's injury a jolt: Ganguly sounds alarm bells

Shubman's injury a jolt: Ganguly sounds alarm bells

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Shubman Gill's thumb fracture is certainly a "jolt" for India ahead of the series opener against Australia

Kohli replays his six off Rauf that broke the Internet

Kohli replays his six off Rauf that broke the Internet

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli relives the Haris Rauf over and his match-winning 82 not out off 53 balls in the 2022 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at the MCG.

Fans likely to be allowed for India vs Australia Test at MCG

Fans likely to be allowed for India vs Australia Test at MCG

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

The Boxing Day Test between India and Australia might feature crowds with the Victoria government saying that it is "very confident" of having fans in the stands for the much-awaited clash.

Boxing Day Test: Will the MCG pitch be safe?

Boxing Day Test: Will the MCG pitch be safe?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The MCG is under pressure to ensure a safe pitch ahead of the Boxing day Test.

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Much of Warne's life resonates for Australians, most of whom would identify with his suburban upbringing and his determination to live life to the fullest.

PIX: Largest cricket stadium gearing up to host Trump

PIX: Largest cricket stadium gearing up to host Trump

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Touted as the world's largest cricket stadium in terms of seating capacity, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium (also known as Motera stadium) is being readied to host United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Take a look at the venue which is likely to host the 'Namaste Trump' event.

Ashwin, Rohit's banter over Pujara

Ashwin, Rohit's banter over Pujara

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

While the others seemed relaxed, Pujara stood at attention.

Limited Test centers are a game-changer: Ashwin

Limited Test centers are a game-changer: Ashwin

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'When we go to Australia, they play India only at five Test centres. They don't play us in Canberra. They don't play us at any of the other venues where they won't be very familiar with the conditions. So do England'

The Last Times We Saw Warnie...

The Last Times We Saw Warnie...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

A legend who left us much too soon.

Cricket Buzz: Pietersen to play for Melbourne Stars in Big Bash League

Cricket Buzz: Pietersen to play for Melbourne Stars in Big Bash League

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

Axed England batsman Kevin Pietersen joined the Melbourne Stars on Monday to be the highest-profile signing of the new season of Australia's Big Bash League.

ICC rankings: Bumrah eclipses Ashwin's all-time record

ICC rankings: Bumrah eclipses Ashwin's all-time record

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah bettered spin stalwart Ravichandran Ashwin's all-time rating-point record by an Indian in the latest ICC rankings.

Not Kohli, not Rohit. Aus to target these Indian batters

Not Kohli, not Rohit. Aus to target these Indian batters

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Hazlewood said Australia rarely falters when it comes to doing the basics right.

India tour Australia: Perth likely to host Test series opener

India tour Australia: Perth likely to host Test series opener

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The series is likely to start in late November this year.

Was Ashwin's X Post Directed At Rohit?

Was Ashwin's X Post Directed At Rohit?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'Good leaders emerge when they show resolve for a scrap.'

Curran credits IPL for big-match experience

Curran credits IPL for big-match experience

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Curran said that the pitch offered some great pace and bounce and his team were happy with the total they restricted Pakistan to.

Melbourne ODI: Finch's majestic ton secures Australia win

Melbourne ODI: Finch's majestic ton secures Australia win

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

Aaron Finch struck his second 50-over hundred as Australia maintained their dominance over England with a six-wicket victory in the first one-day international on Sunday.

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Rishabh Pant may be dropped for the final Test in the Border Gavaskar series.

Move over, MCG! Ahmedabad to build world's biggest cricket stadium

Move over, MCG! Ahmedabad to build world's biggest cricket stadium

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

The new stadium at Motera in Ahmedabad, which will be completed in two years, will become the biggest cricket stadium in the world with seating capacity of 1.10 lakh.

Reddy's viral social media tribute to Siraj

Reddy's viral social media tribute to Siraj

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Reddy took to social media with a witty post dedicated to his teammate Mohammed Siraj, adding a lighthearted touch to his incredible achievement.

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Novak Djokovic tried his hand at cricket as he bowled and batted against Australia's star cricketer Steve Smith.

SEE: Rohit joins team in Melbourne ahead of 3rd Test

SEE: Rohit joins team in Melbourne ahead of 3rd Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Rohit was greeted warmly by batting coach Vikram Rathore and teammates Ravindra Jadeja among others on his arrival at the hotel.

All about the T20 World Cup 2022

All about the T20 World Cup 2022

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

West Indies (2012, 2016) have won the title twice, while India (2007), Pakistan (2009), England (2010) and Sri Lanka (2014) are the other teams to have won it once.

Post coronavirus, women's cricket limps into future

Post coronavirus, women's cricket limps into future

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Australia has blazed a trail for women's cricket in recent few years but some players are worried that the national board may trim back domestic competitions as part of cost-cutting measures.

Australia hoping for a lively MCG pitch for fourth Test

Australia hoping for a lively MCG pitch for fourth Test

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

MCG moved to improve the playing surface after receiving the negative rating from ICC following last year's drawn Test against England, when only 24 wickets fell in five days.

Conway hails partner Allen after New Zealand thrash Australia

Conway hails partner Allen after New Zealand thrash Australia

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

New Zealand's Devon Conway paid tribute to his opening partner Finn Allen for the way he took on Australia's vaunted pace attack as the Black Caps romped to an 89-run victory Twenty20 World Cup on Saturday.