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Mumbai's Chavan cleared to play after fixing ban ends

Mumbai's Chavan cleared to play after fixing ban ends

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

Former Mumbai left-arm spinner Ankeet Chavan, who was suspended for life for his alleged involvement in IPL spot-fixing scandal in 2013 along with Rajasthan Royals teammate Shanthakumaran Sreesanth, has been cleared to play again by the BCCI.

Move Bangladesh Test to Mumbai if Hyderabad declines: Vengsarkar

Move Bangladesh Test to Mumbai if Hyderabad declines: Vengsarkar

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar wants Mumbai as the reserve venue if Hyderabad Cricket Association is unable to hold the one-off India-Bangladesh Test match, starting on February 13, for any reason.

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, two sides chasing their first IPL title, will square off in a tantalising Qualifier 1 encounter on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Ishan Kishan smashes 23-ball 77, injury scare for Shami

Ishan Kishan smashes 23-ball 77, injury scare for Shami

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Ishan Kishan struck nine sixes during a scintillating 23-ball unbeaten 77-run knock as Jharkhand recorded a thumping 10-wicket win over Arunachal Pradesh

Kalyan boy becomes first batsman to score 1000 runs

Kalyan boy becomes first batsman to score 1000 runs

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Mumbai schoolboy Pranav Dhanawade etched his name in the annuls of local cricketing history when he scored a staggering unbeaten 652 runs from just 199 balls in an inter-school cricket tournament organised by the Mumbai Cricket Association on Monday.

What's on MCA's agenda for Pune T20I?

What's on MCA's agenda for Pune T20I?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The MCA later had to apologise for the mismanagement, which was promptly addressed, but the governing body is keen to avoid any such incident.

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Abid Ali's contributions to Indian cricket remain etched in history. His spirit, sportsmanship, and selfless play defined an era, and his legacy will endure in the annals of the game.

Prithvi set to return for Mumbai after serving doping ban

Prithvi set to return for Mumbai after serving doping ban

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

Opening batsman Prithvi Shaw is likely to return to Mumbai's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after serving his eight-month suspension for a doping violation.

'You want to play cricket which is not even our game...'

'You want to play cricket which is not even our game...'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The Bombay High Court on Thursday said if parents can buy their children cricket gear then they can buy bottled water too.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

'I know I should have played more cricket for the Indian team'

'I know I should have played more cricket for the Indian team'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The retiring Dhawal Kulkarni said he would be available to take up any role which keeps him associated with the sport.

Patel gifts 'Perfect 10' ball to MCA for upcoming museum at Wankhede

Patel gifts 'Perfect 10' ball to MCA for upcoming museum at Wankhede

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

New Zealand left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel, who took all 10 wickets in an innings during the second and final Test against India in Mumbai, gifted the 'Perfect 10' ball to the Mumbai Cricket Association for their upcoming museum.

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Not Pant...meet India B's unexpected hero

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Musheer Khan's unbeaten 105 rescued India B after India A bowlers reduced them to 94 for seven on the first day of the Duleep Trophy match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Watch out for Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai squad!

Watch out for Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai squad!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Arjun has played in the T20 Mumbai League after he was picked up for Rs 5 lakh.

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad find themselves in troubled waters, having lost two of their last three games

Here's what Tendulkar suggested to revive Mumbai's glory days

Here's what Tendulkar suggested to revive Mumbai's glory days

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The master batsman made over 15 suggestions, and the prominent ones among them were no night-time travel, no bus journeys, and ensuring respectful exit for senior players.

'A cricketer always makes his own destiny'

'A cricketer always makes his own destiny'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'No one makes someone a cricketer. As a coach, you can only guide them.'

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara continued his good form in Ranji Trophy as he slammed his second successive century as Saurashtra dominated their Elite Group A match against Manipur.

Sonali Bendre clears air on viral Raj Thackeray video

Sonali Bendre clears air on viral Raj Thackeray video

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre, whose ethereal beauty and acting talent made her a popular choice for many 90s films and earned her a loyal fan base, has firmly denied rumours linking her to Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray after an old video of the two went viral.

Historic! Kerala stun Gujarat to enter maiden Ranji Trophy final

Historic! Kerala stun Gujarat to enter maiden Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

A resilient Kerala sealed their maiden Ranji Trophy final by taking a dramatic two-run first-innings lead over Gujarat, 68 years after making their debut.

Noted Mumbai coach Vasu Paranjape passes away

Noted Mumbai coach Vasu Paranjape passes away

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

On behalf of the Apex Council members of MCA, all the member clubs as also the cricketing fraternity we condole his demise," secretary Sanjay Naik and joint secretary.

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Security beefed up for Kohli's Ranji comeback

Why Mumbai is perfect choice to host Mushtaq Ali T20 tourney

Why Mumbai is perfect choice to host Mushtaq Ali T20 tourney

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Mumbai Cricket Association Apex Council member and noted curator Nadim Memon has urged the BCCI to organise the Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy in Mumbai saying the city has enough grounds to host the national T20 tournament.

From 'Reluctant Politician' To Vice President

From 'Reluctant Politician' To Vice President

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

While naming him as the NDA candidate for the Vice President's post, the BJP had described him as 'Kisan putra', a move seen in the political circles aimed at reaching out to the politically significant Jat community which had participated in huge numbers in the year-long farmers' protests against agriculture reform measures unveiled in June 2020.

Muzumdar to lead Mumbai in Ranji

Muzumdar to lead Mumbai in Ranji

Rediff.com17 Nov 2006

Amol Muzumdar has been appointed captain of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team for the 2006-07 season.

England fume over controversial sub as India seal series

England fume over controversial sub as India seal series

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Dube was hit on the helmet by a Jamie Overton bouncer and seamer Rana replaced him despite it not being a like-for-like replacement as concussion substitute rules mandate.

Pak cricketers, officials to get Indian visas for blind World Cup

Pak cricketers, officials to get Indian visas for blind World Cup

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

The PBCC said 'it strongly condemns this discriminating act of India as sports should be above regional politics'.

IPL 2025: Defending champs KKR to face RCB in season opener

IPL 2025: Defending champs KKR to face RCB in season opener

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

The 18th edition of the prestigious tournament will commence on March 22, 2025 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata and the Final will be played on May 25, 2025 at the same iconic venue.

PICS: 'Lord Shardul' marries his 'Lady' in style!

PICS: 'Lord Shardul' marries his 'Lady' in style!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Shardul also had a grand Sangeet and Haldi ceremony over the weekend, pictures of which went viral.

Sharad Pawar inaugurates indoor cricket facility

Sharad Pawar inaugurates indoor cricket facility

Rediff.com14 Dec 2007

A state-of-the-art indoor cricket facility was inaugurated on Friday at Bandra-Kurla Complex at Mumbai Cricket Association Indoor Cricket Academy by BCCI and MCA President Sharad Pawar.

Samant retained as Mumbai coach

Samant retained as Mumbai coach

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Former Mumbai wicketkeeper Vinayak Samant has been reappointed as the coach of the senior Mumbai team for the upcoming domestic season.

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Rediff.com12 May 2003

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'We were the best team in Asia at one point. Today, we are barely in the reckoning for the Davis Cup.' 'Players now, especially this decade, lack perseverance.'

Shardul first India cricketer to resume outdoor training

Shardul first India cricketer to resume outdoor training

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Shardul Thakur hit a local ground at Boisar in Maharashtra's Palghar district along with some domestic players.

Shreyas slams ton, sends strong message to selectors

Shreyas slams ton, sends strong message to selectors

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

After waiting nearly three years for a first-class hundred, Iyer's form has surged; his century in October broke that dry spell, and now he's added two more in quick succession.

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The Indian cricket team's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has been sacked just eight months

Former stumper Dighe appointed as Mumbai coach

Former stumper Dighe appointed as Mumbai coach

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

Former Test stumper Sameer Dighe was on Friday named as the new coach of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team for next season.

Ghavri is new Mumbai coach

Ghavri is new Mumbai coach

Rediff.com29 Jun 2005

The former India pace bowler took over the post following the resignation of Chandrakant Pandit.

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai's probables for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Arjun Tendulkar in Mumbai's probables for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

India opener Prithvi Shaw and budding left-arm pacer Arjun Tendulkar have been named in the list of 104 Mumbai players for a camp ahead of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 50-overs tournament.