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Ranji Trophy: Mumbai rout Hyderabad; Bengal enter quarters, MP, Andhra post big wins

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai rout Hyderabad; Bengal enter quarters, MP, Andhra post big wins

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Mumbai sealed a bonus-point victory with a nine-wicket thrashing of Hyderabad in their Group D Ranji Trophy match, in Hyderabad, on Sunday.

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

UP batters, spinners overpower Hyderabad by 84 runs in Vijay Hazare opener

Shami's return delayed; to miss next 2 Ranji games

Shami's return delayed; to miss next 2 Ranji games

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami's return to competitive cricket has been further pushed back after the veteran pacer was not picked in the Bengal Ranji Trophy squad.

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami is set to compete in the last two Tests of the ongoing series against Australia with his playing kit already headed Down Under

Shami won't be rushed to Australia; to play Mushtaq Ali T20s

Shami won't be rushed to Australia; to play Mushtaq Ali T20s

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami, who made a stunning return to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy, was selected for Bengal's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20.

Raipur ODI: Krishna, Rana Face Social Media Fury

Raipur ODI: Krishna, Rana Face Social Media Fury

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

India's bowling drew sharp criticism, particularly Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana. Krishna leaked runs and failed to maintain pressure, prompting Rohit Sharma to intervene during the 37th over.

Will Shami make it to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

Will Shami make it to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Rohit Sharma has virtually ruled out Mohammed Shami from the upcoming Test tour of Australia, saying that the pacer's recovery from an ankle surgery has been hampered

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Mukul Choudhary's late heroics take LSG over the line vs KKR

IPL 2026: Mukul Choudhary's late heroics take LSG over the line vs KKR

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by three wickets in an Indian Premier League match here on Thursday. Opting to bowl, LSG restricted KKR to 181 for four.

Shami set to join Team India in Australia?

Shami set to join Team India in Australia?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami has made a stunning return to competitive cricket after a year-long injury layoff, excelling for Bengal in their Ranji Trophy victory against Madhya Pradesh. Shami's impressive performance included seven wickets across two innings and a quickfire 37 with the bat, helping Bengal secure a narrow 11-run win.

Shami likely to play in Ranji Trophy

Shami likely to play in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

The 34-year-old Shami last donned the national colours during the ODI World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad on November 19, last year.

Salute Our Soldiers, Says Shami

Salute Our Soldiers, Says Shami

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'Am proud to be an Indian. Salute our soldiers for their Honour, Courage and Commitment.'

How Shami stays match-fit: 'Only one meal a day!'

How Shami stays match-fit: 'Only one meal a day!'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

India's star pacer Mohammed Shami says he prefers to eat only one meal a day and has never had a craving for delicacies.

IPL 2026: Can SRH Turn Flamboyance Into Performance?

IPL 2026: Can SRH Turn Flamboyance Into Performance?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

If SRH's batting unit fires consistently and the bowlers find rhythm, they have the potential to challenge for the playoffs.

Juyal's heroics help UP down Assam in Vijay Hazare

Juyal's heroics help UP down Assam in Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Juyal's 150 not out fashions 58-run win via VJD method for UP against Assam

Shami's road to recovery: 'Stitches removed'

Shami's road to recovery: 'Stitches removed'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Mohammed Shami has been out of action since the conclusion of the 2023 ODI World Cup. A day after the BCCI confirmed that Shami will miss the upcoming edition of the IPL, the star bowler took to social media to give fans a peek into his recory.

Pant, Siraj in focus as India pick ODI squad vs NZ

Pant, Siraj in focus as India pick ODI squad vs NZ

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The indefatigable duo of Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Siraj is expected to be the big talking point on Saturday when the selectors pick a 15-member Indian ODI squad for a three-match series against New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara.

Injuries can't stop me: Shami vows to fight back

Injuries can't stop me: Shami vows to fight back

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Shami last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023. He had sustained an ankle injury on his left leg that required surgery.

IPL 2026 Week 3 Review: KKR Break Duck; Punjab Kings Unstoppable

IPL 2026 Week 3 Review: KKR Break Duck; Punjab Kings Unstoppable

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.

Rohit taking no chances with Shami's fitness

Rohit taking no chances with Shami's fitness

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The 34-year-old Shami, who last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023, was forced into the long layoff due to an ankle injury that needed surgery.

Shami set for rehabilitation at NCA after heel surgery

Shami set for rehabilitation at NCA after heel surgery

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Shami is set to kickstart his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru

Shami returns for England T20I series

Shami returns for England T20I series

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Shami last played for India in the 2023 World Cup final in Ahmedabad after which he was sidelined because of an ankle injury which needed surgery.

SMAT: Shami struggles, Bengal bowled out by Pandya's pace

SMAT: Shami struggles, Bengal bowled out by Pandya's pace

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami rarely operated at his best and it had a cascading effect on Bengal as they went down by 41 runs against Baroda in the quarterfinals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Will Shami recover in time for Australia Tests?

Will Shami recover in time for Australia Tests?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Mohammed Shami is making significant strides in his recovery from an ankle injury that has kept him out of cricket since the ODI World Cup last November.

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets further building on his match fitness, while Abhishek Porel smashed a blistering fifty

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi embraces Mohammed Shami as the pacer weeps after India lost the World Cup 2023 final.

Agarkar provides update on Shami's availability

Agarkar provides update on Shami's availability

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Shami has been out of action since his heroics in the ODI World Cup 2023.

Rohit breaks silence: Truth behind Shami's mysterious absence

Rohit breaks silence: Truth behind Shami's mysterious absence

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Shami's playing kit and Australian visa are believed to be ready and he was supposed to fly at the earliest but after Rohit's post-match comments, fresh doubts have been cast whether he will go to Australia.

'No excuse': Ganguly blasts India's 124-run chase flop

'No excuse': Ganguly blasts India's 124-run chase flop

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

With India's home aura cracking again, Sourav Ganguly has stepped into the pitch debate admitting the Eden surface was far from ideal but stressing that a world-class Test side should never crumble in pursuit of 124.

'Shami Must Play 3rd Test'

'Shami Must Play 3rd Test'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'Shami has been India's best bowler for a while. He may not get the amount of wickets Jasprit Bumrah gets, but he's the full package and is more consistent than the rest.'

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Deepak Hooda smashed a brilliant double hundred to put Rajasthan in control as they took a massive lead against Mumbai on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.

Will Shami join Team India for Brisbane Test?

Will Shami join Team India for Brisbane Test?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Rohit hinted that the 64-Test veteran could still play a part in the remainder of the five-Test series in Australia.

When Shami felt like a toddler learning how to walk...

When Shami felt like a toddler learning how to walk...

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has revealed that following his ankle injury there were moments when he feared his international career was over, but his unwavering desire to play for the country again kept him going.

Players Who Missed India's T20 World Cup Squad

Players Who Missed India's T20 World Cup Squad

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

India's T20 World Cup squad had space for only 15, but the pool of quality options ran far deeper. The consequence was inevitable: several players with genuine claims were left on the outside, the unlucky ones who narrowly missed the cut.

PIX: Rohit & Co practice under lights

PIX: Rohit & Co practice under lights

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli batted. Mohammed Shami looked good as in ran in with steam in the nets.

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir outclassed Bengal by six wickets to advance to a historic first ever Ranji Trophy final appearance on Wednesday.

Fit-again Shami set for comeback in Ranji Trophy

Fit-again Shami set for comeback in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami will make his long-awaited comeback to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy.

Smith Escapes Twice Before Shami Ends His Stay

Smith Escapes Twice Before Shami Ends His Stay

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

In a high-pressure clash against India in the Champions Trophy semi-finals, Steve Smith seemed to have destiny on his side.

Why Shami was not included in Playing XI for 1st T20I

Why Shami was not included in Playing XI for 1st T20I

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'A good headache (playing XI selection), we want to stick to our strengths.'

Bigoted idiots...: Javed Akhtar's message to Shami amid roza row

Bigoted idiots...: Javed Akhtar's message to Shami amid roza row

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar has come out in support of Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami after he was criticized for not observing roza (fast) during the month of Ramzan. Shami was spotted consuming an energy drink during the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final match against Australia, which led to criticism from some quarters. Akhtar, known for his outspoken views, urged Shami to ignore the negativity and praised his performance in the game.