News for 'Playing XI'

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Since August 2023, Gill has scored just one half-century from eight T20Is, scoring 133 runs at an average of 16.

Kuldeep Yadav's IPL injury raises concerns!

Kuldeep Yadav's IPL injury raises concerns!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Kuldeep Yadav advised rest as precautionary measure for groin niggle

Can Kings XI beat SunRisers and revive fortunes?

Can Kings XI beat SunRisers and revive fortunes?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Their bowling attacks struggling to find form, Kings XI Punjab and SunRisers Hyderabad will look towards their power-hitters to do the job when the two erratic teams go head to head in an IPL match, in Dubai, on Thursday.

Ashwin reveals he was in contention to play Lord's Test

Ashwin reveals he was in contention to play Lord's Test

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed he was in contention to play in the second Test against England at Lord's till a sudden spell of rain before the toss forced the team management to change the playing XI.

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'Certain formats require a certain skill set and whenever we look at these kinds of players, if the talent is there, then you don't want to shy away from blooding them.'

'I know what I am capable of'

'I know what I am capable of'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'If I'm not good at something, I'll be my first best critic. And I will work on it and I'm not someone who will sit on my laurels.'

Mumbai Test: Rain likely to play spoilsport on Day 1

Mumbai Test: Rain likely to play spoilsport on Day 1

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

The untimely Mumbai monsoon threatens to play spoilsport as there is a fair chance of first day's play being affected by rain during the second Test between India and New Zealand, starting on Friday.

Big boost for Mumbai Indians as Suryakumar clears most fitness tests

Big boost for Mumbai Indians as Suryakumar clears most fitness tests

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Mumbai Indians will soon get the much required batting boost as the world's No. 1 ranked T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav has cleared almost all the fitness tests at National Cricket Academy and is very close to playing his first IPL game of the season.

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Delhi FC secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Shillong Lajong in round six of the I-League 2024-25 at Mahilpur on Thursday.

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket

India's top-order under fire: Can they deliver in 2nd T20I?

India's top-order under fire: Can they deliver in 2nd T20I?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Sanju Samson will look to continue his domination of the bowlers but India need more stability in the top order

'No one is serious about World Cup'

'No one is serious about World Cup'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The move was panned by many fans who felt that Rohit and Virat should have played with the World Cup weeks away and few ODIs on India's schedule.

Select Team: Will India Drop SKY?

Select Team: Will India Drop SKY?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for Tuesday's third and final ODI against the West Indies?

Goodbye Paddy!

Goodbye Paddy!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

It was amazing to see how he used to hoodwink batsmen with subtle changes in flight, loop and deliver his doomsday ball -- the dangerous armer.

Ever Seen Putin Playing Barbie's Ken?

Ever Seen Putin Playing Barbie's Ken?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

What can we expect from the traditional Rose Carnival in Mainz, Germany? Revellers at the Rose Carnival celebrate by dressing up in fancy costumes, dance, parade, drink and showcase floats.

Xi Jinping secures historic third term as China leader

Xi Jinping secures historic third term as China leader

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

The Central Committee members on Sunday elected a 25-member Political Bureau which picked the Standing Committee members to govern the country.

Dhawan reveals why Samson was dropped for 2nd ODI

Dhawan reveals why Samson was dropped for 2nd ODI

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

'We wanted the sixth bowler to come in, so Sanju Samson missed out'

Rain washes out Day 1 of India's warm-up match in Canberra

Rain washes out Day 1 of India's warm-up match in Canberra

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

The start of India's two-day warm-up match against the Australian Prime Minister's XI on Saturday was delayed because of rain.

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur, on Friday.

India rejects Trump's mediation in China border row

India rejects Trump's mediation in China border row

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India has firmly rejected any involvement of a third party in its border dispute with China, declining an offer of mediation from US President Donald Trump. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India's commitment to resolving bilateral issues through direct dialogue, stating that New Delhi has always maintained a bilateral approach in dealing with such matters. This stance underscores India's position that the border dispute with China should be addressed through direct negotiations between the two countries.

He's got every shot: Aussie pacer raves about Reddy

He's got every shot: Aussie pacer raves about Reddy

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Nitish Reddy's straight drive off Scott Boland that carried him past his maiden Test hundred has convinced the Australian pacer about the young Indian batter's potential with the bat.

Who Can Hit The Stump First?

Who Can Hit The Stump First?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Rising to the occasion, T Dilip delivered a perfect throw, dislodging the stump on his very first attempt, sparking cheers and laughter from everyone present.

Rashford has 'no plans to move from United'

Rashford has 'no plans to move from United'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Despite Rashford's omission, Amorim assured that the rest of the team remains unaffected by the decision.

'Bumrah only certain pick, Siraj not ideal for T20 WC'

'Bumrah only certain pick, Siraj not ideal for T20 WC'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Pathan conceded that Jasprit Bumrah is the only automatic selection among the bowlers.

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Chahal is now the first player in IPL history to take a hat-trick against CSK.

Pakistan-England Test to proceed as scheduled

Pakistan-England Test to proceed as scheduled

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

England indicated that they're in a position to field a playing XI in Rawalpindi against Pakistan in the opening Test.

Will India bring back Bumrah, Ashwin?

Will India bring back Bumrah, Ashwin?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

What changes must India make to the playing XI for Friday's second T20 International against Australia?

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Beijing was caught by surprise as Kishida, who was on an official visit to New Delhi from March 19-21, entered Poland from India using a secretly chartered plane instead of the standard government aircraft, Japanese TV channel NHK reported.

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Here are how the bowlers fared in Guwahati...

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Canada will make its maiden appearance in the Men's T20 World Cup with all-rounder Saad Bin Zafar, a player of Pakistani origin, set to lead the side in the showpiece event to be held in the Americas.

IPL PIX: Chahal wrecks KKR as Punjab win a humdinger

IPL PIX: Chahal wrecks KKR as Punjab win a humdinger

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Yuzvendra Chahal led a stunning comeback for Punjab Kings with 4/28 as they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 16 runs in their low-scoring Indian Premier League thriller on Tuesday.

Sarfaraz vs Rahul: Who will get the selectors' nod for B'desh Test?

Sarfaraz vs Rahul: Who will get the selectors' nod for B'desh Test?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

For the team management, it is a choice between a younger man's (Sarfaraz) flamboyance and fearlessness versus a seasoned campaigner who has been a Test captain and is part of the national set-up for a decade now.

Can KKR edge past Kings XI Punjab in play-off race?

Can KKR edge past Kings XI Punjab in play-off race?

Rediff.com2 May 2019

The two teams are languishing at the bottom half of the table and need a win to keep alive their remote Play-off chances.

Pant to make Test return after 632 days!

Pant to make Test return after 632 days!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

'Obviously, he brings a lot of good things to the Test side. Not only from the batting point of view, but from the keeping point of view as well.'

Iyer reunites with Ponting, Gill looks to silence citics in IPL opener

Iyer reunites with Ponting, Gill looks to silence citics in IPL opener

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill, both in strong form after their Champions Trophy triumph with India, look to lead their respective teams, Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, to IPL glory in the 2025 season.

In preparation for Ashes, Stokes set to return home

In preparation for Ashes, Stokes set to return home

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Ben Stokes will return home after Chennai Super Kings' final league game to prepare for the upcoming Ashes.

Who Will Replace Bumrah in Ranchi Test?

Who Will Replace Bumrah in Ranchi Test?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the fourth Test against England?

Gill should play ahead of Rahul; SKY at No 5, says Shastri

Gill should play ahead of Rahul; SKY at No 5, says Shastri

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Former India coach Ravi Shastri wants in-form batter Shubman Gill to be in the playing XI ahead of vice-captain KL Rahul in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar series.

When Australia were the No 1 team..: Bhajji

When Australia were the No 1 team..: Bhajji

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Australia were the number one team back in the day and reminisced the challenges they faced playing against them.

Xi Tightens His Grip on POWER

Xi Tightens His Grip on POWER

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

The Chinese Communist party's central committee on Thursday, November 11, adopted a landmark resolution on the party's 'major achievements and historic experiences', effectively consolidating CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping's lifelong hold on power.