News for 'Pietersen'

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara has picked his 'GOATs' (Greatest Of All Time) in cricket, placing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah among three other legends of the sport.

Gambhir or Amorim: Who's right about building team around stars?

Gambhir or Amorim: Who's right about building team around stars?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

In the last 10 games that United have played under Amorim's stewardship, they had lost six games, while under Gambhir, India have lost eight out of their last 11 Tests.

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Virat Kohli has spoken for the first time since his emotional decision to retire from Test cricket.

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

'Congratulations Joe Root, magnificent.'

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A look back at a few memorable showdowns in the last decade and half that had the quintessential crests and troughs of Test cricket.

'Anyone who doesn't think India runs cricket world is deluded'

'Anyone who doesn't think India runs cricket world is deluded'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Pietersen gives thumbs up to IPL owners' investment in English teams

Concussion substitution in 4th T20I not correct: KP

Concussion substitution in 4th T20I not correct: KP

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'It would have been 2-2 coming to the Wankhede (Stadium for final T20I). It would have been way more on the game. But it didn't happen.'

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli presented Kevin Pietersen's son Dylan with an autographed India blue jersey.

Should Bumrah be rested from IPL?

Should Bumrah be rested from IPL?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Pietersen hoped for "sporting wickets" for five-Test series between India and England.

'Too early to judge Gill's Test captaincy credentials'

'Too early to judge Gill's Test captaincy credentials'

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill is a 'thinking cricketer' but it is difficult to predict whether he would be able to replicate his T20 captaincy success in the Test format, said Gujarat Titans assistant coach Ashish Kapoor.

'Virat, Rohit are not robots'

'Virat, Rohit are not robots'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'You guys need to understand, these guys are human beings. You give them the stick now, but at the end of their careers, you look back and how did they make you feel when they played? They made people feel happy.'

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Just 69 Runs Away: History Beckons Markram, Bavuma

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Limping Bavuma, Markram lead South Africa to brink of history.

'True batters' outshine sloggers this IPL

'True batters' outshine sloggers this IPL

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Those who are very good at playing along the ground are also very good at playing in the air in same direction.'

What DC Did For Rahul Will Melt Hearts

What DC Did For Rahul Will Melt Hearts

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Rahul, who had joined Delhi Capitals' training camp just a day before the high-stakes clash, was unavailable for the match as he was on paternity leave.

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Injuries disrupted England's training during India ODIs: McCullum

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Injuries in the squad prevented England from training ahead of the last two One-Day Internationals against India, coach Brendon McCullum said.

England stars under fire! McCullum calls for humility

England stars under fire! McCullum calls for humility

Rediff.com21 May 2025

England head coach Brendon McCullum feels his players have lacked humility in their recent public utterances and he would like to see them win back respect from fans ahead of the tough home series against India and the Ashes later this year.

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar's astute captaincy has been apparent throughout this season, be it bowling changes or field placements, he has been spot on. Unlike other franchises where captaining big egos has not sat well with certain players, Patidar has commanded the respect of his senior India as well as international team-mates.

'You Disrespect India So Much'

'You Disrespect India So Much'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'You get paid to score runs. You get paid to win games of cricket. You don't get paid to play golf.'

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Harshit Rana's debut as a concussion substitute became a central talking point, overshadowing India's series-clinching 15-run victory and its unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

'Imagine How Boring It Would Be Without Kohli'

'Imagine How Boring It Would Be Without Kohli'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

'Many would end their successful international careers with a 1/4 of what he's achieved.'

A shift in mindset sees Rahul find renewed joy in white-ball cricket

A shift in mindset sees Rahul find renewed joy in white-ball cricket

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

'I've worked really hard on my white-ball game the last year or so. (A) big shout out to Abhishek Nayar. We've spent hours together talking about my white-ball game and how I can be better.'

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chennai promises a captivating battle between wrist spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Noor Ahmad. Both bowlers are known for their artistry and ability to control the middle overs.

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'When it comes to playing spin, the only way, spend time playing against it for hours and hours and hours.'

Delhi Capitals-Hampshire Deal: Meet The Midwife!

Delhi Capitals-Hampshire Deal: Meet The Midwife!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Hampshire became the first county championship club to be owned by an overseas franchise.

Legends shape Ashutosh's successful cricketing journey

Legends shape Ashutosh's successful cricketing journey

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Ashutosh, who has been picked by DC for INR 3.8 crore at the mega auction, first crossed paths with Dhawan during his stint with Punjab Kings, where he found not just a teammate but a mentor, who had a massive influence in his approach to the game.

How Dravid's advice changed Pietersen's world

How Dravid's advice changed Pietersen's world

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

During his 10 years as an England player, from 2004 to 2014, Pietersen was one of the world's most explosive batsmen -- particularly in limited-overs cricket.

'India Doesn't Need Wins Tarnished By...'

'India Doesn't Need Wins Tarnished By...'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'How can an Indian match referee allow this Indian replacement? Match officials should be independent to prevent bias.'

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

New rules, new captains, but same excitement as two months of cricket extravaganza kicks off in Kolkata.

Stupid to blame IPL for England's Ashes debacle: Pietersen

Stupid to blame IPL for England's Ashes debacle: Pietersen

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

'Hardly any of the Test team players play the IPL... So how can you blame the IPL? You can't blame the IPL. It's crazy.'

PM Modi's kind words to ex-cricketer Pietersen

PM Modi's kind words to ex-cricketer Pietersen

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

He tweet was in response to Pietersen's tweet over COVID-19 vaccines.

Sport will lift people's morale: Pietersen

Sport will lift people's morale: Pietersen

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The spread of novel coronavirus has brought sport across the world to a standstill over the last two months and Kevin Pietersen thinks every effort should be made to resume professional cricket as soon as it is safe to do so.

When Bhajji Predicted Kirsten's Exit...

When Bhajji Predicted Kirsten's Exit...

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

'Don't waste your time there, Gary. Come back to coach Team India,' Harbhajan, who was part of the 2011 World Cup winning Indian team Kirsten coached, had posted on X.

Pietersen terms CSA crisis 'catastrophic', 'horror show'

Pietersen terms CSA crisis 'catastrophic', 'horror show'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Taking to Twitter, the South African-born Pietersen wrote, "Goodness me! What's happening to cricket in SA is catastrophic."

Kohli even better than Tendulkar, says Pietersen

Kohli even better than Tendulkar, says Pietersen

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Steve Smith's accomplishments pale in comparison to Virat Kohli's "unreal numbers" and the Indian captain has outstripped even the great Sachin Tendulkar with his mastery of chases, believes former England skipper Kevin Pietersen.

Kevin Pietersen 'arrested'!

Kevin Pietersen 'arrested'!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen jokingly posed with police officers after a night out with friends.

Kevin Pietersen backs Indian team, says players are not robots

Kevin Pietersen backs Indian team, says players are not robots

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Former England batter Kevin Pietersen on Monday backed the under-fire Indian cricket team, saying the players are not robots and need fans' support all the time.

Postponed IPL 2021 should be held in UK in September, says Pietersen

Postponed IPL 2021 should be held in UK in September, says Pietersen

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Kevin Pietersen feels moving the IPL to UK would be the best decision as there is a window in September just after England host India in a five-match Test series that concludes on September 14.

'Shubman Gill is the guy'

'Shubman Gill is the guy'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

'It's all about people who will perform at the right time, and that's going to happen in April and May during the IPL.'

Pietersen concerned about England pace post-Anderson, Broad

Pietersen concerned about England pace post-Anderson, Broad

Rediff.com12 May 2020

Kevin Pietersen is concerned about England's Test bowling resources when the long-serving pace duo of James Anderson and Stuart Broad call time on their careers

'It was destined to be the best ball of the IPL'

'It was destined to be the best ball of the IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Shreyas Iyer-led KKR crushed Sunrisers Hyderabad in Sunday's final by eight wickets to win their third IPL title.