News for 'National Performance Squad'

Asian Games: It's been a complete mess, lashes out Stimac

Asian Games: It's been a complete mess, lashes out Stimac

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

India football team head coach Igor Stimac, on Sunday, lashed out at the Indian Super League (ISL) organisers Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL)

Trevor Hohns, Greg Chappell join Australia's selection panel

Trevor Hohns, Greg Chappell join Australia's selection panel

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Trevor Hohns has been named Australia's interim chairman of selector following Rod Marsh's resignation from the role, with former Test great Greg Chappell also joining the national panel on interim basis to rescue the team from current crisis situation. Marsh, who is due to finish his contract in June, stood down from the post in the wake of Australia's fifth consecutive Test defeat, including an innings and 80 runs defeat at the hands of South Africa in the second match in Hobart.

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuruniyan ACL tear sparks row, Mohun Bagan 'refuse' to release players for Asian Games

Rinku vs Rajat: Who will get the coveted ODI cap?

Rinku vs Rajat: Who will get the coveted ODI cap?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Patidar or Rinku set for debut; India look to seal series

USA qualify for U19 Cricket World Cup

USA qualify for U19 Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

New Zealand, Nepal, Namibia and Scotland from other qualifiers complete the line-up.

Patience and empathy drive new and improved Ishan Kishan

Patience and empathy drive new and improved Ishan Kishan

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Ishan Kishan did not want to see his performance as a tool to prove a point to his detractors.

'Broadcasters should never be some players' PR machinery'

'Broadcasters should never be some players' PR machinery'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

'It's been a long time since India won a World Cup and the bitter truth is our media and importantly the social media, if they become a PR machinery for certain individuals then you will never get the result. Every member of the squad works hard to represent India, and if a broadcaster becomes a PR machinery of 1-2 players then the other members of the squad won't be able to speak out openly.'

Check out Belgium's squad for FIFA World Cup

Check out Belgium's squad for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Belgium have retained injured Vincent Kompany in their final World Cup squad but put fellow defender Laurent Ciman on standby in case the Manchester City skipper is not fit for their opening match in Russia.

Hard Choice Modi Must Make

Hard Choice Modi Must Make

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Modi can abandon the path of Hindutva only at risk to his position within his own fraternity. But if he pursues a hard line, he faces the risk of being hauled up by his coalition-partners. For the first time in a decade, Modi is not in enviable situation, observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Australia pick spin-heavy squad for India Tests

Australia pick spin-heavy squad for India Tests

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Uncapped leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson , 23, joins lead spinner Nathan Lyon and left-arm orthodox Ashton Agar and Steve O'Keefe.

Warner set for Sydney farewell as Aus unchanged for 3rd Test

Warner set for Sydney farewell as Aus unchanged for 3rd Test

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Sydneysider Warner went into the current series with question marks over his form due to a lack of test runs, but a rapidfire 164 in the first innings of the opening test in Perth erased any doubts over his position in the team.

Laxman, Kumble dropped from ODI squad

Laxman, Kumble dropped from ODI squad

Rediff.com13 Aug 2005

Sachin Tendulkar, who is still recovering after elbow surgery, was named in the squad for the two-Test series against Zimbabwe.

Babar Azam's captaincy under threat, PCB hints at shake-up

Babar Azam's captaincy under threat, PCB hints at shake-up

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Calls have grown for Babar to be removed from 50-over captaincy following the shocking eight-wicket loss to Afghanistan in Chennai.

'Narine the 'missing puzzle', could bring joy to WI with retirement reversal'

'Narine the 'missing puzzle', could bring joy to WI with retirement reversal'

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Sunil Narine may have made up his mind not to come out of retirement but his compatriot Andre Russell believes he's the "missing puzzle" in the West Indies line-up and reversing his decision one last time would make the whole nation happy.

How Bayer Leverkusen won maiden Bundesliga crown unbeaten

How Bayer Leverkusen won maiden Bundesliga crown unbeaten

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Bayer Leverkusen won their first trophy in 31 years with five matches left in the season, snapping Bayern Munich's 11-year stranglehold on the Bundesliga.

Ballance in England squad for Pakistan Tests; injured Anderson out

Ballance in England squad for Pakistan Tests; injured Anderson out

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

England have recalled Yorkshire batsman Gary Ballance for the first Test against Pakistan at Lord's next week, but paceman Jimmy Anderson misses out with a shoulder injury. Uncapped Middlesex seamer Roland-Jones Ball was named in their 12-man squad, announced on Thursday.

Uncapped Vince and Ball in England squad for Sri Lanka Test

Uncapped Vince and Ball in England squad for Sri Lanka Test

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Uncapped duo Jake Ball and James Vince have been named in England's squad for their home test against Sri Lanka at Headingley on May 19, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Thursday.

South African cricketers return to training

South African cricketers return to training

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Led by Quinton de Kock, South Africa's 44 cricketers, who are part of a men's high performance squad, have returned to training amid the COVID-19 pandemic after getting approval from the country's sports ministry. South Africa has reported more than 1,38,000 COVID-19 cases with over 2,400 deaths.

Harris joins Australia's coaching ranks on South Africa tour

Harris joins Australia's coaching ranks on South Africa tour

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Former paceman Ryan Harris has taken a major step towards achieving his ambition of becoming Australia's permanent bowling coach after the 36-year-old was handed the role for the team's limited-overs tour of South Africa.

Ireland T20Is: Time running out for Sanju Samson?

Ireland T20Is: Time running out for Sanju Samson?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Jitesh Sharma's presence in the 15-member squad for Ireland T20s puts Sanju Samson's place in the Indian team under scanner.

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Several Pakistani cricketers are reportedly unhappy with PCB chief selector Wahab Riaz for delaying the issuance of NOCs to players.

SKY could captain India in Australia T20s

SKY could captain India in Australia T20s

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Injured T20I captain Hardik Pandya is unlikely to be available for India's upcoming five-match series against Australia, starting November 23. The star all-rounder will require more time to recover from his left-ankle ligament tear.

T20 World Cup: 12 Bowlers To Watch Our For

T20 World Cup: 12 Bowlers To Watch Our For

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

The T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be a tournament dominated by bowlers, particularly spinners.

Pochettino promises customised training regime to help Chelsea trio

Pochettino promises customised training regime to help Chelsea trio

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

New Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino underlined the challenges that engulfed Enzo Fernandez, Mykhailo Mudryk and Raheem Sterling in the last season but said he will help the trio.

It's apparent who's hungry and who doesn't want to be here: Rohit's stringent message

It's apparent who's hungry and who doesn't want to be here: Rohit's stringent message

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Monday had a stern message for aspirants wanting to make the national Test team without putting in the hard yards -- opportunities will only be given to those who show "hunger for success" in the "toughest" format.

Life after Mithali: 15-year-old Shafali picked in India's T20 squad

Life after Mithali: 15-year-old Shafali picked in India's T20 squad

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Veteran Mithali Raj's retirement from the T20 format paved the way for the induction of youngsters such as 15-year-old rookie Shafali Verma in the Indian women's team for the upcoming home T20 Internationals against South Africa.

Medal contenders miss Jr chess tourney due to visa issues

Medal contenders miss Jr chess tourney due to visa issues

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

The curtailed squad that is now travelling to the Mexican capital include Rakshitta Ravi, Bommini Mounika Akshaya and Amulya Guruprasad among girls while Harshavardhan GB, Pranav Anand, Dushyant Sharma and

Tainted fast bowler Amir in Pakistan squad for WT20

Tainted fast bowler Amir in Pakistan squad for WT20

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Tainted fast bowler Mohammad Amir was named in Pakistan's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup and the Twenty20 World Cup even as seasoned opener Ahmed Shehzad and veteran bowler Umar Gul were shown the door.

Yuvi not part of top 74 players as selectors name BP XI squad

Yuvi not part of top 74 players as selectors name BP XI squad

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

The national selection committee on Thursday picked up a fourth string 14-member Board President's XI squad for the warm-up game against Australia, making it clear that Yuvraj Singh is now not a part of even the top 74 cricketers in the country.

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistan are traditionally good against spinners but Babar Azam and Co. would take the likes of promising Dunith Wellalage and company lightly at their peril.

Indian women's softball set for debut at Asian Games

Indian women's softball set for debut at Asian Games

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Considering the Indian women's softball team's regular participation in the Asian championships, Softball Asia granted a wild card entry to India.

How India can end their World Cup drought!

How India can end their World Cup drought!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Australia's two-time World Cup-winning captain Ricky Ponting believes India will have to over some mental demons to win an elusive ICC trophy.

Rasool in India squad for Zimbabwe ODIs, Dhoni rested

Rasool in India squad for Zimbabwe ODIs, Dhoni rested

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Young all-rounder Parveez Rasool created history, becoming the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to be named in the Indian team, as the selectors opted to rest captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and four other key players for the upcoming ODI tour of Zimbabwe.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

Mumbai eye 42nd Ranji title! Can Vidarbha stop them?

Mumbai eye 42nd Ranji title! Can Vidarbha stop them?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

A battle-hardened Vidarbha won't make it easy for 41-times Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy final, starting on Sunday.

Sreejesh back in India squad; Manpreet captain for NZ tourney

Sreejesh back in India squad; Manpreet captain for NZ tourney

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Goalkeeper P R Sreejesh could feature in his first competitive event in eight months after being named in India's 20-member squad for a four-nation tournament in New Zealand. India will compete with Belgium, Japan and hosts New Zealand at Tauranga and Hamilton in the tournament, beginning January 17.

'It is good to see performances in domestic cricket being rewarded'

'It is good to see performances in domestic cricket being rewarded'

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar gave a thumbs up to the selection committee's decision to reward the domestic players while naming a new-look India squad for the upcoming limited overs series in Zimbabwe.

Will Langer take up an offer as India Head Coach?

Will Langer take up an offer as India Head Coach?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Being India head coach is one of the biggest assignments in the cricket world, and former Australia head coach Justin Langer believes it could be very exhausting if the timing isn't right for the incumbent.

'Rahul will be rewarded with a T20 World Cup slot if...'

'Rahul will be rewarded with a T20 World Cup slot if...'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

If KL Rahul leads Lucknow Super Giants to their maiden IPL title, he will automatically be rewarded with a spot in the Indian team for the T20 World Cup, reckons head coach Justin Langer, who wants his team's national hopefuls to "concentrate" on doing well for the franchise first.

Can Pant Inspire Delhi To A Win?

Can Pant Inspire Delhi To A Win?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

Here's hoping his positivity rubs off on the DC squad when they face RCB.