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What Was Mr Jhakaas Telling The Hitman?

What Was Mr Jhakaas Telling The Hitman?

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Was Anil Kapoor giving Mumbai Indians Skipper Rohit Sharma a pep talk before the game against the Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede

Mrs Dhoni craves for attention from 'Mr Sweetie'

Mrs Dhoni craves for attention from 'Mr Sweetie'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Do you know how difficult it is to get Mahendra Singh Dhoni's attention?

Shahrukh gushes over KKR's 'Superman' and 'Fashionista'

Shahrukh gushes over KKR's 'Superman' and 'Fashionista'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

From hitting massive sixes, to scoring tons of runs, to producing breakthroughs, charismatic all-rounder Sunil Narine has been KKRs' go-to man for more than a decade in the IPL, and co-owner Shah Rukh Khan was effusive in his praise for the all-rounder, calling him the "Superman" and the real energy behind the team's success.

'Winning a Ranji Trophy is not easy now'

'Winning a Ranji Trophy is not easy now'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

'That's the beauty of Mumbai cricket. Nobody interferes with the running of the cricket, only the cricketers are allowed to run the cricket.'

Big boost for Mumbai Indians as Suryakumar clears most fitness tests

Big boost for Mumbai Indians as Suryakumar clears most fitness tests

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Mumbai Indians will soon get the much required batting boost as the world's No. 1 ranked T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav has cleared almost all the fitness tests at National Cricket Academy and is very close to playing his first IPL game of the season.

The untold story behind AB de Villiers' sudden exit

The untold story behind AB de Villiers' sudden exit

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

AB de Villiers revealed that his young son accidentally kicked him in the eye, leading to a decline in vision.

'Shocking, truly shocking'

'Shocking, truly shocking'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'Upbringing matters a lot.'

Kohli, Iyer to miss rest of Test series; Rahul, Jadeja back

Kohli, Iyer to miss rest of Test series; Rahul, Jadeja back

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Among other developments, middle order batter Shreyas Iyer will miss the next three Tests due to injury.

Baroda cricketer suspended for indiscipline

Baroda cricketer suspended for indiscipline

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

The decision to suspend Hooda was taken during the Apex Council meeting of the BCA which was held on Thursday evening.

Gavaskar's firm talk behind Jaiswal, Sarfaraz's impact game

Gavaskar's firm talk behind Jaiswal, Sarfaraz's impact game

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Sunil Gavaskar, the legendary Indian cricketer, is not just a batting icon but also a mentor to young talent.

What made Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza reunite after ages?

What made Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza reunite after ages?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The star-studded TPL auction saw the presence of the tennis icons Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza, who gathered together after many years to promote the sport, along with Bollywood celebs Rakul Preet Singh and Sonali Bendre.

IPL Extras: 'Mallya is Mr Smart of RCB'

IPL Extras: 'Mallya is Mr Smart of RCB'

Rediff.com15 May 2014

All praise for his franchise owner, Vijay Mallya, Royal Challengers Bangalore cricketer A B de Villiers said the liquor baron is the 'Mr Smart' of the team.

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

This is purely cricketing invitation and shouldn't be mixed with politics: BCCI VP Shukla on Pakistan visit

Media pan Cricket Australia's motives after Paine quits

Media pan Cricket Australia's motives after Paine quits

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Paine stood down after Melbourne's Herald Sun newspaper published alleged text message exchanges between him and an ex-Cricket Tasmania employee, claiming the co-worker had complained that he had sent an unsolicited picture of his genitals.

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

PCB says it has signed hosting rights agreement of 2025 Champions Trophy with ICC

Revealed! What Gambhir Told Sreesanth

Revealed! What Gambhir Told Sreesanth

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

S Sreesanth reveals what Gautam Gambhir called him in an Instagram video.

The Challenges That Await Modi 3.0

The Challenges That Await Modi 3.0

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'The lack of a majority isn't the issue. He has enough in 240, especially as none of his allies can pull down his coalition.' 'That's why he's started as if this were just another, normal term. That pretence is vital for him.' 'The change for Modi 3.0 comes not from numbers, but from the new environment of contestation,' points out Shekhar Gupta.

India call up Avesh for second Test against SA

India call up Avesh for second Test against SA

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Shami had been picked in the initial squad for the two Tests, but was forced to withdraw due to fitness issues.

Delhi Capitals to buy stake in English county side Hampshire?

Delhi Capitals to buy stake in English county side Hampshire?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

If the deal comes to fruition, it will make Hampshire the first county side to be owned by an overseas franchise.

The T20 'freak' is set to dominate the World Cup

The T20 'freak' is set to dominate the World Cup

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Suryakumar doesn't quite know what to do in ODIs but he is a freak in T20 cricket, says Nasser Hussain

Indebted to MS Dhoni for the rest of my life: Ashwin

Indebted to MS Dhoni for the rest of my life: Ashwin

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a master of out of the box strategies, flung the new ball to R Ashwin in the IPL 2011 final against Royal Challengers Bangalore and the then rookie off-spinner made an impact in the fourth ball itself, dismissing an in-form Chris Gayle.

Exciting OTT Menu This Week

Exciting OTT Menu This Week

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Cricket, time travel, artificial intelligence, haunted homes, World War II -- it's all there on OTT this week.

Why was Hardik fined?

Why was Hardik fined?

Rediff.com1 May 2024

'The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either INR 6 Lac or 25 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser.'

Team India's international matches at home for 2023-24 season

Team India's international matches at home for 2023-24 season

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

The BCCI on Tuesday announced India's international fixtures at home for the upcoming season. Team India's home assignment will get underway with India hosting Australia in September.

Hindi Movies Coming Up In August

Hindi Movies Coming Up In August

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The Independence Day holiday weekend is very popular amongst film-makers and film-goers.

Drink cricket, think cricket

Drink cricket, think cricket

Rediff.com8 Jun 2004

A former Ranji player and national junior selector, his 'Cricket Bar' is his latest tribute to the game.

Ratan Tata: A lifelong champion of Indian sports

Ratan Tata: A lifelong champion of Indian sports

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Tata group has been a constant in India's sporting landscape and the conglomerate's involvement only grew under Ratan Tata.

Yuvraj set to mentor Team India?

Yuvraj set to mentor Team India?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

'When the big moment comes, our physical preparation is there, but mentally we need to make those decisions'

'How Lata, Rafi Helped Liberate Dadra And Nagar Haveli

'How Lata, Rafi Helped Liberate Dadra And Nagar Haveli

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'The core group from Pune, which bought arms, trained people, carried out intelligence gathering and participated in all the stages of the battle, consisted of RSS volunteers.' 'The Pune group raised resources with the help of three stalwarts from the film industry.' 'The stalwarts were Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammad Rafi and C Ramchandra.'

'MI won the game but Ashustosh won hearts'

'MI won the game but Ashustosh won hearts'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh lavished praise on Punjab Kings uncapped batter Ashutosh Sharma for his valiant knock against Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

SEE: Tendulkar meets Tendulkar at Wankhede!

SEE: Tendulkar meets Tendulkar at Wankhede!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The life-size statue of Sachin Tendulkar was unveiled on the eve of the India's World Cup match against Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

#SpiritOfCricket: Indian physio attends to Bangladesh's Nayeem

#SpiritOfCricket: Indian physio attends to Bangladesh's Nayeem

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Then, physio Patel came down to the crease to attend to Bangladesh's lower-order batter.

Dalmiya was a visionary cricket administrator: Srinivasan

Dalmiya was a visionary cricket administrator: Srinivasan

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

The International Cricket condoled the sudden death of BCCI president Jagmohan Dalmiya, saying "cricket has lost a very experienced and seasoned administrator" in him.

Dravid to continue as Team India's Head Coach

Dravid to continue as Team India's Head Coach

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Dravid's first assignment in his second stint will be the tour of South Africa from December 10, which will have three ODIs and T20Is each and two Tests. The red-ball leg will start from December 26.

Stats: Mr Consistent of Test cricket is here!

Stats: Mr Consistent of Test cricket is here!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

Statistical highlights from the third day's play of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka.

Dravid's pep talk to Indian women's team

Dravid's pep talk to Indian women's team

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Rahul Dravid spent some quality time at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru and gave a pep talk to women cricketers ahead of their tour of Bangladesh.

Ranji legend Amol Muzumdar is coach of Indian women's team

Ranji legend Amol Muzumdar is coach of Indian women's team

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

'This is a huge responsibility and I look forward to working closely with talented players and providing them with the right preparation and guidance to excel.'

IPL clampdown! Captains fined heavily for on-field misconduct

IPL clampdown! Captains fined heavily for on-field misconduct

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Faf du Plessis, Sam Curran fined for IPL Code of Conduct breaches

Jay Shah takes over as Asian Cricket Council president

Jay Shah takes over as Asian Cricket Council president

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Jay Shah replaces Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief Najmul Hasan Papon.

The Unsung Hero Of India's '83 Triumph

The Unsung Hero Of India's '83 Triumph

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'The entire team actually loves my father and respects him for his management and honesty.'