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'Prasidh has ability to bowl magic balls'

'Prasidh has ability to bowl magic balls'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Prasidh Krishna has the ability to bowl "magic balls" and the pacer needs to be given an extended run to serve India for a long time, said bowling coach Morne Morkel in London on Sunday.

England V India 2025 Will Be Talked About For Years

England V India 2025 Will Be Talked About For Years

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Across five fiercely contested Tests, more than 7,000 runs were scored, including a record-equalling 21 individual centuries. Every match stretched into a gripping fifth day. The sun shone, the stands were full, and the cricket -- emotional, enthralling, and endlessly unpredictable -- captured imaginations around the world.

'Levelling series would be great achievement'

'Levelling series would be great achievement'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India skipper Shubman Gill on Wednesday said that levelling the five-match Test series in England would be a "great achievement" and he would return from his first assignment as captain a lot wiser.

Trump introduces 'Gold Card' for permanent US residency

Trump introduces 'Gold Card' for permanent US residency

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Trump administration has launched a premium immigration programme targeting wealthy individuals worldwide, offering permanent residency in the United States through expensive 'Gold Cards' that could generate billions in revenue for the American Treasury.

Beyond Bumrah: New Indian Pace Heroes Emerge in England

Beyond Bumrah: New Indian Pace Heroes Emerge in England

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Siraj, Krishna, Akash Shine as India's Pace Future Takes Shape

Why Gill is forgiven for major slip up on Day 1

Why Gill is forgiven for major slip up on Day 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

In a lapse of concentration, Atkinson picked the ball and sent the timber rattling to have Gill run out on 21(35).

Can Kuldeep be the solution to India's bowling woes?

Can Kuldeep be the solution to India's bowling woes?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

With India conceding more than 600 runs for the first time since 2014, the case for including a wicket-taking spinner like Kuldeep Yadav is stronger than ever for the must-win fifth and final Test against England.

5 in a row! Shubman Gill's toss curse continues

5 in a row! Shubman Gill's toss curse continues

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill's toss woes continued as England opted to bowl in the fifth and final Test at The Oval on Thursday.

Karun Nair gets a possible last shot at redemption

Karun Nair gets a possible last shot at redemption

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Nair will bat at No 5 at The Oval in what many see as his last chance at redemption.

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

US Vice President JD Vance says he is ready to lead the country if a 'terrible tragedy' occurs, amid speculation about President Trump's health. He insists Trump is in good health and will serve his full term.

1st T20: Tim David's blazing 83 sinks South Africa

1st T20: Tim David's blazing 83 sinks South Africa

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Tim David, Dwarshuis shine as Australia beat Proteas by 17 runs in T20 series opener

Shreyas to lead India A against Australia

Shreyas to lead India A against Australia

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, who played in the fifth and final Test at The Oval against England in their last assignment, has been named Iyer's deputy.

'Siraj wanted us to keep believing': Akash Deep

'Siraj wanted us to keep believing': Akash Deep

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj was a tireless workhorse in England, playing all five Tests, as he sent down as many as 185.3 overs in the series while picking up a series high of 23 wickets.

Are Indo-US 'so natural' that Trump has declared...: Cong's dig at PM

Are Indo-US 'so natural' that Trump has declared...: Cong's dig at PM

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's description of India and the US as 'natural partners,' citing President Trump's claims of using trade as leverage in India-Pakistan relations. The remarks come amid ongoing trade negotiations and fluctuating relations between the two countries.

Two Indian-origin players in Australia U-19 squad vs India

Two Indian-origin players in Australia U-19 squad vs India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh were named in Australia's 15-member squad for the upcoming home series against India Under-19 team next month.

Gavaskar roasts England's tactics: 'Just loud talk'

Gavaskar roasts England's tactics: 'Just loud talk'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Sunil Gavaskar slams England's 'fake bravado' after Manchester draw

'England won't have it easy on Day 4'

'England won't have it easy on Day 4'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal wanted to be more consistent on his first tour of England but drew immense satisfaction from his second-innings ton on a "spicy" pitch at The Oval to help India set a massive 374-run target in the fifth Test.

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

In contrast to Trump's strong warnings, the FDA's current position remains more measured. In a recent letter to physicians, the agency stated that "a causal relationship has not been established" between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, and acknowledged the existence of "contrary studies in the scientific literature."

Unadkat Reveals Pujara's Fun Side: FIFA Battles, Silly Fights

Unadkat Reveals Pujara's Fun Side: FIFA Battles, Silly Fights

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement from Indian cricket on Sunday prompted an outpouring of tributes, none more heartfelt than Jaydev Unadkat's.

What Made Joe Root Lose His Cool?

What Made Joe Root Lose His Cool?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Joe Root was at the center of an unexpected on-field spat with India's Prasidh Krishna, as tempers flared during a high-stakes second day at The Oval.

Turning Point? Siraj's Misstep Costs India Big

Turning Point? Siraj's Misstep Costs India Big

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Just as India threatened to take full control before lunch, a costly fielding lapse by Mohammed Siraj handed England a lifeline - and it couldn't have come at a worse time.

Trump Wants To Get Close To Pakistan Because...

Trump Wants To Get Close To Pakistan Because...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'Pakistan is an ally who gives the US access.' 'If we have a presence there, it puts us that much closer to China and puts our assets closer to China and Iran.'

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

The India vs England Test series 2025 wasn't just cricket -- it was grit, growth and glory wrapped in whites.

SEE: Fast and Fierce - Siraj, Prasidh Fuel India's Comeback

SEE: Fast and Fierce - Siraj, Prasidh Fuel India's Comeback

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Prasidh Krishna opened up about the bond shared within India's pace unit

Why Bumrah Is Being Hounded

Why Bumrah Is Being Hounded

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The matter of Bumrah's availability for the series should have been a highly-guarded secret. That it was bandied about all through suggests the matter was deliberately placed in the public domain. This has become the basis of the hounding of Bumrah, by some former players and fans, asserts Rohit Mahajan.

We Never Give Up: Gill

We Never Give Up: Gill

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Siraj is a captain's dream. Gave it his all every ball and every spell he bowled.'

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Matthew Sandery, head curator at the Dubai international stadium, was spotted near Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak, but did not ask them to keep away. Incidentally, the BCCI, being the hosts, can even suggest the kind of wicket they would need for the match.

'Virat, The Nation Needs You!'

'Virat, The Nation Needs You!'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'I've been missing @imVkohli a few times during this series, but never as much as in this Test match.'

'We are in for a cracker'

'We are in for a cracker'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

In mounting tension, Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton struggled to get bat on ball, surviving several frenzied appeals before the umpires decided it was too dark to continue.

2-2 a fair reflection of cracking series: McCullum

2-2 a fair reflection of cracking series: McCullum

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

"That is the best five-match Test series I have ever been a part of and witnessed," says England head coach McCullum.

Siraj overtakes Bhuvneshwar, targets Bumrah's record

Siraj overtakes Bhuvneshwar, targets Bumrah's record

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj added another milestone to his growing Test resum by becoming only the second Indian bowler to take 20 or more wickets in a Test series in England

Trump Rules Out Trade Talks With India

Trump Rules Out Trade Talks With India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

United States President Donald Trump has said there will be no trade negotiations with India until a dispute over tariffs is resolved, following his administration's decision to double tariffs on Indian imports.

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Former captain Sourav Ganguly on Thursday said India may have missed a trick by not playing Kuldeep Yadav at Lord's and Manchester, as quality spinners come to the fore on the last two days of a Test match.

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar for declining draw offer; slams England's bowling

Fraught by errors, but England seek positives

Fraught by errors, but England seek positives

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'We want pace on the ball, we want the ball to bounce and we want the ball to carry through so that when we're batting, we can be aggressive, we can attack, and we can put pressure back on the bowlers.'

August 14, 1990: Why 1st Century Is Special For Tendulkar

August 14, 1990: Why 1st Century Is Special For Tendulkar

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

It was exactly 35 years ago -- on August 14, 1990 -- that a 17-year-old Sachin Tendulkar scored the first of his 100 international centuries.

Surrey post 820/9 vs Durham to break 126-yr-old record

Surrey post 820/9 vs Durham to break 126-yr-old record

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Surrey broke a 126-year-old club record when they posted their highest total in a county cricket match on Monday, declaring their first innings at 820/9 against Durham.

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Firmly establishing his credentials in the longest format of the game, India skipper Shubman Gill on Thursday reached a significant milestone, surpassing the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 47-year-old record for most runs by an Indian captain in a Test series.

Ashwin slams selectors: 'Unfair' to drop Iyer, Jaiswal

Ashwin slams selectors: 'Unfair' to drop Iyer, Jaiswal

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin on Tuesday expressed disappointment over Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from the Asia Cup squad

Rishabh Pant out of fifth Test due to fracture in right foot: BCCI

Rishabh Pant out of fifth Test due to fracture in right foot: BCCI

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Rishabh Pant fractured a toe in his right foot after he missed the reverse sweep off England pacer Chris Woakes on the opening day of the fourth Test on Wednesday.