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'Rohit might forget his phone, but he never forgets his gameplan'

'Rohit might forget his phone, but he never forgets his gameplan'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'I have never seen a captain, who is so invested in team meetings and strategies.'

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'The more number of times you reach the playoffs, the probability of winning the championship is quite near.'

PIX: Boland bags four as India's batting woes continue

PIX: Boland bags four as India's batting woes continue

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Images from Day 1 of the fifth Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday.

Gambhir Signals End Of Shardul Thakur's Test Career

Gambhir Signals End Of Shardul Thakur's Test Career

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

'It (the decision to pick Nitish ahead of Shardul) is also about moving forward and I feel that this is the best set of players that we have selected to do the job for the country.'

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shaji Ul Mulk, T Ten Global Sports Founder and Chairman, believes the prospect of seeing India icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the T10 format could be a possibility.

How Siraj can overcome struggles in home conditions

How Siraj can overcome struggles in home conditions

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

The 30-year-old Hyderabadi, has so far taken 80 wickets in 30 Test matches but 61 of those scalps have come in 17 away Test matches in three of the SENA countries (South Africa, England, Australia).

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal's intense and innovative pre-tour training against short-pitched balls at the Thane Stadium contributed to his unbeaten 90 in Perth

What's Affecting Rohit's Batting?

What's Affecting Rohit's Batting?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'The moment the balls were in the middle and off stump, that is where most of his dismissals are and that is where he will have to work a bit more.'

The Moment The US Lost Gold

The Moment The US Lost Gold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

A clumsy handover of the baton in the 4x100 metres men's final at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday, August 9, 2024, evening saw the US men's 4x100 relay team lose its chance to race past its rivals and win a gold/silver/bronze medal.

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed its satisfaction over the detailed briefing of arrangements presented by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials for next year's Champions Trophy, sources told Geo News.

What's in store for Ashwin and Jadeja during remainder of series?

What's in store for Ashwin and Jadeja during remainder of series?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

It has become difficult for Ashwin to be even considered in the present scenario.

'Create Million To Impact Billion Lives'

'Create Million To Impact Billion Lives'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

'Can we give young India the tools to solve the problems the country or society faces and uplift the community?'

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Engaging The Indian Diaspora Is A Must

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Engaging The Indian Diaspora Is A Must

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The Indian Diaspora has been able to carve a niche in their adopted countries as a result of their talent, perseverance and hardworking nature, asserts Rup Narayan Das.

Pujara@100: Opens up on best knocks, preparation and 'shutting out outside noise'

Pujara@100: Opens up on best knocks, preparation and 'shutting out outside noise'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Cheteshwar Pujara is set to play his 100th Test when the second Test gets underway on Friday, and ahead of the milestone match, Pujara opened up on his best knocks and preparations in a candid chat.

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma may just avoid being swayed by the proverbial outside noise and stick to the number six slot for at least the third Test against Australia, starting this weekend.

T20 WC: SA scrape past Netherlands in low-scoring tie

T20 WC: SA scrape past Netherlands in low-scoring tie

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Ottneil Baartman registered his best bowling figures of 4 for 11 as South Africa produced a fine bowling effort to restrict Netherlands to 103 for nine

South Africa returnees to be quarantined in Mumbai on arrival: Mayor

South Africa returnees to be quarantined in Mumbai on arrival: Mayor

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

In view of a new contagious variant of COVID-19 being found in South Africa, Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Saturday said that all the passengers coming to the city from that country will be quarantined.

Boxing Day Test: Jadeja says top-order needs to fire

Boxing Day Test: Jadeja says top-order needs to fire

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has called for an improved performance from India's batting unit in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, saying the lack of runs from the top-order builds pressure on the lower-order.

Hardik Pandya first Indian to top ICC T20I all-rounders' rankings

Hardik Pandya first Indian to top ICC T20I all-rounders' rankings

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Hardik Pandya rose two places to become the first Indian to occupy the No 1 spot in the ICC's T20I all-rounders' rankings.

Javelin's dream team-up: Chopra and Zelezny unite

Javelin's dream team-up: Chopra and Zelezny unite

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Saturday roped in Jan Zelezny, one of the greatest the sport has produced, as coach to help prepare him for the upcoming season.

TELL US: Can Virat Kohli revive his magic in Australia?

TELL US: Can Virat Kohli revive his magic in Australia?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

All eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who is perhaps battling the biggest form crisis of his career.

India curtails tour of South Africa; T20s postponed

India curtails tour of South Africa; T20s postponed

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

The Indian team's tour of South Africa will go ahead with some changes to the schedule which will not feature T20 Internationals as planned earlier, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said.

U-19 WC: Pakistan, South Africa finish on a high

U-19 WC: Pakistan, South Africa finish on a high

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Pakistan and South Africa both signed off their Under-19 World Cup campaigns on a positive note with victories on Thursday.

T20 WC Final: Five key contests in the title decider

T20 WC Final: Five key contests in the title decider

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

The stage is set for a thrilling T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa. Here's a breakdown of five key matchups that could swing the momentum of the match:

Records And Records In Second Test!

Records And Records In Second Test!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Not only wickets, but records tumbled as India clinched a seven-wicket win over South Africa.

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'The determination to represent our country is strong when you've seen your dad serve the country.'

2027 World Cup: Wanderers, Kingsmead, Newlands among eight South African venues

2027 World Cup: Wanderers, Kingsmead, Newlands among eight South African venues

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Eight of South Africa's top cricket stadiums, including Wanderers in Johannesburg, Durban's Kingsmead and Newlands in Cape Town, have been confirmed as venues for the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, a News24 report said on Wednesday.

Who Will Captain India Next?

Who Will Captain India Next?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, K L Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya: Who will succeed Rohit Sharma after he retires?

'Nothing new, it's just a shame': A B de Villiers

'Nothing new, it's just a shame': A B de Villiers

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The cause of outrage is the presence of just one black player in the South Africa squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The decline in Kohli's Test batting average is particularly alarming. It has now plummeted to an eight-year low of 48.74.

PHOTOS: South Africa vs India, 3rd Test, Day 3

PHOTOS: South Africa vs India, 3rd Test, Day 3

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Images from Day 3 of the third Test between South Africa and India, in Cape Town, on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: Nortje's fiery 4/7 powers SA to easy win over SL

T20 World Cup: Nortje's fiery 4/7 powers SA to easy win over SL

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Anrich Nortje demolished Sri Lanka with career-best figures of 4/7 as South Africa exploited the bounce on offer to secure a six-wicket win in their T20 World Cup opener in New York on Monday.

Why Harmanpreet should bat down the order

Why Harmanpreet should bat down the order

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The 33-year-old from Uttar Pradesh emphasised the need for India to focus on bowling all-rounders.

Bumrah's bowling blitz: India's net sessions heats up!

Bumrah's bowling blitz: India's net sessions heats up!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

During Monday's net session, Bumrah repeatedly made short work of the batter often sending his off-stump cart-wheeling for fun

I am available for ODI series in South Africa; never asked for rest: Kohli

I am available for ODI series in South Africa; never asked for rest: Kohli

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

India's Test captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday asserted that he will play in the three-match ODI series in South Africa next month, putting to rest speculations about his availability and his equation with newly-appointed white-ball skipper Rohit Sharma.

Indian cricket in 2024: World Cup glory & home Test defeat

Indian cricket in 2024: World Cup glory & home Test defeat

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

There was plenty of action over the last 12 months that kept the loyal Indian fan interested.

'Vague Allegations Against Election Commission Unfair'

'Vague Allegations Against Election Commission Unfair'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'To attribute motives to the individual election commissioner or the Election Commission as a group is very unfair.'

'Mental shift' turned things around in 2nd Test: KL Rahul

'Mental shift' turned things around in 2nd Test: KL Rahul

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

India didn't have "extra fire" in the lost opening Test against South Africa but a "mental shift" turned things around, said KL Rahul after the visitors won the second game to level the two-match rubber in Cape Town.

PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma's triumphant team will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 11 am at his residence before flying to Mumbai, where a road show and felicitation function is scheduled at the Wankhede stadium.

India No. 1 in ODIs, T20Is; Australia top Test rankings

India No. 1 in ODIs, T20Is; Australia top Test rankings

Rediff.com3 May 2024

India may have lost the ODI World Cup final to Australia but have increased their lead over them from three to six points, leading the table with 122 points.