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Captain Root on what drove England to victory in first Test

Captain Root on what drove England to victory in first Test

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

Joe Root said that although England got a few things wrong, they never let go of the belief to win.

Root unhappy with his dismissal, expects Moeen to go on

Root unhappy with his dismissal, expects Moeen to go on

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

England batsman Joe Root urged centurion Moeen Ali to capitalise on the strong start and put India under pressure in the fifth and final Test in Chennai.

Gavaskar says India 'sacrificed' Rahane at No. 3

Gavaskar says India 'sacrificed' Rahane at No. 3

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar lashed out at the team management's decision to make Ajinkya Rahane bat at number three in the first innings of the second Test against Sri Lanka, on Thursday, saying it "sacrificed" an "uncomplaining" cricketer.

Dilip D'Souza on Faith and Carnage

Dilip D'Souza on Faith and Carnage

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

Ashwin is always an attacking option for a captain: Rohit

Ashwin is always an attacking option for a captain: Rohit

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Over the years he's proved himself with the red ball and even in white ball he doesn't have a bad record. The way he has come back and bowled in Dubai and then two games here. It shows the quality that he has.'

AB is a freak; greatest of all time, says RCB coach Katich

AB is a freak; greatest of all time, says RCB coach Katich

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Royal Challengers head coach Simon Katich was all praise for the South African after he single-handedly won the IPL game against Rajasthan Royals for them, in Dubai on Saturday.

'We were better than Australia on the day'

'We were better than Australia on the day'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

The skipper lauded the performance of his bowlers, who restricted Australia to 164 for six after the home team was 68 for one in 8.3 overs, and his batsmen alike.

What England bowlers have learnt from NZ tour...

What England bowlers have learnt from NZ tour...

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The England attack were heavily criticized in media back home for their lack of penetration

An old team is a wise team, says CSK coach

An old team is a wise team, says CSK coach

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Continuity is an important aspect of squad building, said Fleming.

Pant onslaught: 'I was not sure if I wanted to play'

Pant onslaught: 'I was not sure if I wanted to play'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Leach was taken to the cleaners by Pant on the third afternoon of the first Test, but fought his way back to pick six wickets over the next two days

Cricket Buzz: Guyana back to winning ways in CPL

Cricket Buzz: Guyana back to winning ways in CPL

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Hetmyer smacked three sixes and eight fours in his entertaining knock, helping his side chase down a modest target of 128.

'The best thing about Vijay is that he is mentally very strong'

'The best thing about Vijay is that he is mentally very strong'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

Virat Kohli, the captain of the Indian Test team, has praised opener Murali Vijay and middle order batsman Ajinkya Rahane.

'My father-in-law dominates our life. Pls help'

'My father-in-law dominates our life. Pls help'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Pink-ball buzz masks visibility concerns in Kolkata Test

Pink-ball buzz masks visibility concerns in Kolkata Test

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

Equipment manufacturer Sanspareils Greenlands have assured their pink balls would not discolour easily but concerns linger in both camps.

Help! I'm in love with my gym instructor

Help! I'm in love with my gym instructor

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

Tennis: Nagal aiming for higher rank to make Olympics

Tennis: Nagal aiming for higher rank to make Olympics

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Nagal said he would look to play more ATP Tour events this year but for that he would have to first improve his rankings.

Why Buttler would least like to self-isolate with Ashwin

Why Buttler would least like to self-isolate with Ashwin

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

England wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler is hoping for at least a curtailed IPL this season, aware that it would be difficult to conduct the "massive tournament" in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic. The league was originally scheduled to start on March 29 in Mumbai but it was postponed to April 15 to contain the spread of the coronavirus, which has claimed more than 21,000 lives across the globe.

Wimbledon PIX: Tsitsipas, Swiatek, Kyrgios advance

Wimbledon PIX: Tsitsipas, Swiatek, Kyrgios advance

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

IMAGES from Day 4 of the Wimbledon Champions at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Thursday

Bangladesh may field two pacers against India on slow Fatullah pitch

Bangladesh may field two pacers against India on slow Fatullah pitch

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Bangladesh bowling coach Heath Streak said that the hosts are unlikely to field three seamers in the one-off Test against India, starting in Fatullah, on Wednesday.

Why Salman was pissed off with his brother-in-law

Why Salman was pissed off with his brother-in-law

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

'He refused some 9-10 scripts. But with Loveratri, he thought he could see himself in it.'

It's do or die for us, says South Africa's Morris

It's do or die for us, says South Africa's Morris

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

South Africa woefully struggled to get their act right in the matches gone by.

Kohli reveals! First time I am not carrying any baggage

Kohli reveals! First time I am not carrying any baggage

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Virat Kohli said that both he and AB de Villiers feel that this could be the 'breakthrough season' when tables will turn for the franchise which has flattered to deceive on many occasions.

Thankfully, Virat and I still good friends: Warner

Thankfully, Virat and I still good friends: Warner

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

David Warner says he remains good friends with Virat Kohli despite a bitterly fought Test series which ended with the Indian captain saying that he was no more friends with the Australian cricketers.

PHOTOS: Team India party at Yuvraj's 'sangeet'

PHOTOS: Team India party at Yuvraj's 'sangeet'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

The victorious Indian team celebrated their victory against England in style as they partied with Yuvraj Singh at his sangeet ceremony in Chandigarh on Tuesday.

When England's No 11 opened the innings and shone!

When England's No 11 opened the innings and shone!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

'It was good fun to be out there. It was great to bat with Roy. He gave me a lot of confidence and allowed me to just play the way I wanted to play'

I was left heartbroken: Williamson on not taking DRS on Taylor's dismissal

I was left heartbroken: Williamson on not taking DRS on Taylor's dismissal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

The duo had 15 seconds to challenge the decision but with no indications from Williamson, Taylor walked back to the pavilion.

Job interview? Dress for success

Job interview? Dress for success

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

Studies show that recruiters make up their minds about prospective employees in the first two seconds of an interview, so how you dress makes a big impression.

PIX: England beat SA in last-ball thriller to level T20 series

PIX: England beat SA in last-ball thriller to level T20 series

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

South Africa needed three off the last two balls but Tom Curran, who had just been smashed for 12 runs in three by Dwaine Pretorius, got him lbw then had Bjorn Fortuin caught off the final ball to cap off a day of almost unrelenting excitement and set up a thrilling decider in Centurion on Sunday.

Sexiest Woman Alive 'too curvy' for catwalk!

Sexiest Woman Alive 'too curvy' for catwalk!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Tennis ace Andy Roddick's luscious blonde wife Brooklyn Decker says she is too curvy to be a runway model.

Why Alia Wears White in Gangubai Kathiawadi

Why Alia Wears White in Gangubai Kathiawadi

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'I knew that since I would be designing for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, the aesthetics would have to be correct.' 'He doesn't show poverty in his films.' 'He won't show someone standing on the streets in phate hue kapde.'

Highly doubtful that I will be fully fit for third Test: Warner

Highly doubtful that I will be fully fit for third Test: Warner

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Australia's number one opener David Warner on Saturday said he is 'highly doubtful' about attaining full fitness ahead of the third Test against India though he will do everything possible to respond to a desperate selection panel and team management's call.

'A superstar's life is the most difficult one'

'A superstar's life is the most difficult one'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

'Shah Rukh Khan is a born entertainer.' 'From five year olds to a 105 year old, Shah Rukh will charm and entertain everyone.' 'With Salman, a lot of people have come back intimidated.' 'But I enjoy my adventures with Salman because you just have to be yourself.'

Bhajji focussed on good show in IPL 2

Bhajji focussed on good show in IPL 2

Rediff.com11 Apr 2009

Last year's slapping row with S Sreesanth and the subsequent ban firmly behind him, feisty Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh says he is focused on making an impact in the Indian Premier League's second edition.

On return to the tennis court, fit Federer keen to win another Slam

On return to the tennis court, fit Federer keen to win another Slam

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Federer walked out to a standing ovation from more than 13,500 fans at the Perth Arena at the Hopman Cup and breezed to an easy win over Evans, putting Switzerland 1-0 ahead in their match against Britain in the mixed team event.

This is still our World Cup, insists Stokes despite back-to-back losses

This is still our World Cup, insists Stokes despite back-to-back losses

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

England have slid to the fourth position in the 10-team standings with eight points from seven games

Miller ready to take up responsibility for new look SA

Miller ready to take up responsibility for new look SA

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

Miller is happy with the way De Kock is progressing as a leader and wants to lend all the support that he needs at the start of his new journey.

10 retro ways to patao a girl

10 retro ways to patao a girl

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

This Navratri, steer clear of these ways to get closer to a girl.

Batting great Dravid on Kohli, Pujara and Rahane...

Batting great Dravid on Kohli, Pujara and Rahane...

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

Former captain Rahul Dravid believes a settled middle order can ensure Indian Test team's success abroad.

Why Arsenal's Watcott should have consulted his Indian fans

Why Arsenal's Watcott should have consulted his Indian fans

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Arsenal star player Theo Walcott, on Thursday, unveiled his latest tattoo on his Twitter account.

Why Australia skipper Finch is backing Agar to become T20 'finisher'

Why Australia skipper Finch is backing Agar to become T20 'finisher'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

While Agar is some way short of all-rounder status, Finch said the 26-year-old was working hard to get there.