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Manohar's contribution to Indian cricket invaluable: BCCI

Manohar's contribution to Indian cricket invaluable: BCCI

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

The 59-year-old, former BCCI president, mailed his resignation letter to ICC CEO Dave Richardson without clarifying the exact reason for this sudden move to end what was to be a two-year-tenure.

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Just as the umpire's decision is no longer final, what is disdainfully rejected is the age-old dictum that the game should be played and watched in the spirit of the game, sighs Uddalok Bhattacharya.

Dravid named Head of Cricket at NCA

Dravid named Head of Cricket at NCA

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

Dravid was to take over as NCA head from July 1 but his job at the India Cements caused the delay.

Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Kohli was seen remonstrating with the umpires after a controversial dismissal.

Dhoni Turns 42! Wish The Legend

Dhoni Turns 42! Wish The Legend

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Celebrating the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 42nd birthday on Friday.

IPL: Kohli, Gambhir fined 100% match fees for clash

IPL: Kohli, Gambhir fined 100% match fees for clash

Rediff.com2 May 2023

RCB opener Virat Kohli and LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir were fined their entire match fees following their heated exchange after the IPL 2023 match on Monday.

What Did Yogi Tell SKY?

What Did Yogi Tell SKY?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'With young and energetic SKY (Mr. 360) at official residence, Lucknow,' Yogi tweeted.'

From 'Mr Tuck Tuck' to 'Go Misbah Go'

From 'Mr Tuck Tuck' to 'Go Misbah Go'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The cricket career of Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has come a full circle. Misbah is no longer 'Mr Tuck Tuck'.

IPL: DC captain Pant suspended for one match; fined heavily!

IPL: DC captain Pant suspended for one match; fined heavily!

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Rishabh Pant will miss Sunday's crucial match against RCB after he was handed a one-match suspension for maintaining a slow over-rate.

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Young Bangladesh pacer Kazi Anik Islam has been handed a two-year ban by the Bangladesh Cricket Board for failing a dope test in 2018. Kazi, who was Bangladesh's leading wicket-taker in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, tested positive for Methamphetamine, a prohibited substance, during a National Cricket League game in the same year. The 21-year-old admitted to the offence.

'On the field, Jadeja was like a lion!'

'On the field, Jadeja was like a lion!'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'Outstanding effort with direct hit, savings and outstanding top catch, Mr Jadeja.'

PICS: Leander, Amritraj inducted into Hall of Fame

PICS: Leander, Amritraj inducted into Hall of Fame

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Now both men have made history for their country, leaving a permanent mark on the history books.

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Will Rahul Dravid like to end current term on high or seek extension?

5 Fastest World Cup Centuries

5 Fastest World Cup Centuries

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Glenn Maxwell scored a 40 ball century on Wednesday.

Alia's Adorable Moment With Raha

Alia's Adorable Moment With Raha

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

What the photographers miss, the stars make sure to post themselves.

Ishan Kishan's Cheeky Dig At Rahul

Ishan Kishan's Cheeky Dig At Rahul

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Commenting on the post, Ishan Kishan jokingly asked, 'Why is Mr. Rajni doing so extra?'

Tony Greig and controversy were never far apart

Tony Greig and controversy were never far apart

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Former England captain Tony Greig, one of the architects of cricket's World Series revolution in the 1970s, died at the age of 66 after suffering a heart attack at his Sydney home on Saturday.

'Dhawan doesn't get credit he deserves'

'Dhawan doesn't get credit he deserves'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Shastri also highlighted the importance of having 2 quality left-handers in the top 7 of the Indian batting line-up for the upcoming tournaments.

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The all-rounder has played 64 T20Is, scoring 457 runs at an average of 24.05. His best score is 46*. He has also taken 51 wickets in the format, with the best figures of 3/15.

Who will succeed Dhoni? CSK boss says...

Who will succeed Dhoni? CSK boss says...

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

As CSK gears up for the IPL 2024 season opener, attention remains focused on Dhoni's successor.

'Mr Srinivasan, quit before you drag Indian cricket down the gutter'

'Mr Srinivasan, quit before you drag Indian cricket down the gutter'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2014

Lashing out at N Srinivasan for 'shamelessly sticking to his chair' even after the Supreme Court's observation to step down, former BCCI president I S Bindra asked him to quit before he drags Indian cricket down the gutter along with him.

Raja alleges harassment from new PCB committee

Raja alleges harassment from new PCB committee

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

'Najam Sethi tweets at 2 in the night that Ramiz Raja is out. Is this respect for a former captain? I was not even allowed to go to the office and collect my belongings.'

Shami ruled out of South Africa Tests

Shami ruled out of South Africa Tests

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

Mohammed Shami has been ruled out of the upcoming two-Test series in South Africa on fitness grounds

'I have never watched cricket'

'I have never watched cricket'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

'I was seven years old in 1983. I never heard about that historic win because we did not have a radio set in our village.'

Pak cricketer Imam-ul-Haq accused of having multiple affairs

Pak cricketer Imam-ul-Haq accused of having multiple affairs

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

The user leaked Imam's WhatsApp chats with several girls, alleging that the cricketer had exploited them.

Lalit Modi resigns from RCA, says 'goodbye to cricket administration'

Lalit Modi resigns from RCA, says 'goodbye to cricket administration'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2017

Lalit Modi resigned as the president of the Nagaur District Association, marking an end to his presence in the Rajasthan Cricket body, which was banned by the Board of Control for Cricket in India for allowing the tainted administrator in its fold.

K L Rahul ruled out of third Test; Sarfaraz set for debut

K L Rahul ruled out of third Test; Sarfaraz set for debut

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

K L Rahul has ruled out of the third Test against England, starting in Rajkot on Thursday, after failing to recover fully from his injury.

LSG Vs RR: The Best Batters

LSG Vs RR: The Best Batters

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Who do you think batted best in the LSG-RR encounter?

Why Kerala's athletics legacy is fading

Why Kerala's athletics legacy is fading

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

It's a downfall for the powerhouse that produced some iconic names such as PT Usha, Shiny Wilson, Anju Bobby George, Rosa Kutty, Mercy Kuttan and Bobby Aloysius among others."

Would you do this to the men's cricket team?

Would you do this to the men's cricket team?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

A day after the Hemlata Kala-led women's selection panel wrote to the CEO, claiming they were kept out of the hiring process of the support staff, former India captains Diana Edulji and Shantha Rangaswamy have lashed out at the shabby treatment handed out to the national team.

NCP tells Ravi Shastri: Speak about Manipur violence too

NCP tells Ravi Shastri: Speak about Manipur violence too

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

He also said Shastri should share his views on the fight and struggle of the women wrestlers who are seeking justice against a Lok Sabha member of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Brij Bhushan Singh Sharan. Brij Bhushan has been accused of sexual harassment of several women wrestlers.

Confirmed! Kohli will NOT play county cricket

Confirmed! Kohli will NOT play county cricket

Rediff.com24 May 2018

'Virat suffered a neck sprain during an IPL match in Jaipur.'

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

ICC said that Pakistan is yet to provide written assurance regarding their participation in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India.

Modern cricket is poorer with Anandji Dossa passing into the ages

Modern cricket is poorer with Anandji Dossa passing into the ages

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Blessed with a computer-like brain and an elephantine memory, Anandji Dossa was a pioneer in compiling cricket statistics and scores. Haresh Pandya pays tribute to the modest stats-man, who has passed into the ages.

Why an engineer applied for Indian cricket coach's job

Why an engineer applied for Indian cricket coach's job

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

A mechanical engineer - Upendra Nath Bramhachari - has applied for the post of head coach of the Indian team with an aim to 'drag an arrogant Virat Kohli on right track'.

UP cricket bribery scandal: IPL Chairman Shukla's aide resigns

UP cricket bribery scandal: IPL Chairman Shukla's aide resigns

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

The BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit on Thursday said it will launch a probe into an alleged bribery scandal unearthed by a sting operation, which claimed that a member of Indian Premier League chairman Rajeev Shukla's personal staff sought bribes to facilitate selection of players.

Afridi Wants Modi To Do This...

Afridi Wants Modi To Do This...

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

'I would request Mr Modi to improve the relations between India and Pakistan and arrange a match between the two teams.'

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Here are 25 stories special to me for one reason too many,' says Sukanya Verma who scored 25 years writing about the movies last week.

ICC charges Indian umpire for anti-corruption violation

ICC charges Indian umpire for anti-corruption violation

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The ICC did not specify the incidents related to the breach.

Sunaks Celebrate Diwali With Jaishankars

Sunaks Celebrate Diwali With Jaishankars

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

On Sunday, November 12, 2023, External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar with his wife Kyoko called on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Downing Street in London.