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Sharad Pawar Unveils Plaque Commemorating Polly Umrigar's Centenary

Sharad Pawar Unveils Plaque Commemorating Polly Umrigar's Centenary

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

A commemorative plaque honouring legendary Indian cricketer Polly Umrigar was unveiled at the MCA Museum in Mumbai on his birth centenary.

Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Jos Buttler goes past Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-getter T20s during the Men's Hundred match between Manchester Super Giants' (MSG) match against Welsh Fire.

Remembering Garry Sobers: The Greatest Cricketer Ever

Remembering Garry Sobers: The Greatest Cricketer Ever

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Sir Garfield Sobers, widely considered the greatest all-rounder in cricket history, passed away just days before his 90th birthday, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy that included a significant connection with India both on and off the field.

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is set to bring together the world's top teams for a month of fast-paced, high-stakes cricket, as they compete for the biggest prize in the shortest format of the game.

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill has joined the Gujarat Titans camp to prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season

C D Gopinath's Death Ends Cricket's Historic Chapter

C D Gopinath's Death Ends Cricket's Historic Chapter

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

C D Gopinath was a member of the team that secured India's first-ever Test victory in 1952, beating England by an innings and eight runs--his contribution being a valuable 35 runs. Little did I imagine that within months of putting his journey into words as the oldest living Indian cricketer, he would pass away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 96.

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana were named the Best International Cricketers at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding performances in the 2024-2025 season.

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Batting great Rahul Dravid, 1983 World Cup winner Roger Binny and women's cricket legend Mithali Raj will be bestowed with the Colonel C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

Ready For Bridgerton Season 4?

Ready For Bridgerton Season 4?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Benedict Bridgerton romances Sophie Baek in the new season of the Netflix series, Bridgerton.

'I only wanted to win matches for India'

'I only wanted to win matches for India'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant says it's important to push limits as a youngster as there will be time later in life to relax, adding that he always played with the dream of winning matches for the country.

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Indian cricket is entering the T20 World Cup inspired not just by its legends, but by a fearless new generation that is already winning World Cups.

Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup: Devonshire ruled out; New Zealand calls up Hannah Rowe

Can Pakistan dent New Zealand's World Cup hopes?

Can Pakistan dent New Zealand's World Cup hopes?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

New Zealand, champions in 2000, are just outside the top four with three points from as many games.

Semis slot sealed, England will look to fix batting vs Kiwis

Semis slot sealed, England will look to fix batting vs Kiwis

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Having already secured a place in the semi-finals, England will be hoping to acquire some quality workout time for their batters in their last league match against a beleaguered and rain-tormented New Zealand in the women's World match Cup, in Visakhapatnam, on Sunday.

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur's side would become the fourth team to book the semifinal berth if they get the better of the White Ferns here on the familiar mat of the DY Patil Stadium.

Viswanath recalls first meeting with Mantri, 'Polly kaka'

Viswanath recalls first meeting with Mantri, 'Polly kaka'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

The legendary GR Viswanath on Saturday recalled his first meeting with two India stalwarts -- Madhav Mantri and Polly Umrigar -- and spoke about how an advice shared by the former remained with him throughout his distinguished career.

SEE: Jayawardene salutes 'Maverick' Ro

SEE: Jayawardene salutes 'Maverick' Ro

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Head Coach Mahela Jayawardene praised the veteran opener for his approach.

Polly comes along and captures USBO

Polly comes along and captures USBO

Rediff.com19 Jan 2004

Adieu, my friend, Polly!

Adieu, my friend, Polly!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Can Shubman Gill and his men rewrite the script once more? The answer begins unrolling on July 23.

How to use tea bag: Polly asked Bedi

How to use tea bag: Polly asked Bedi

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

Polly Umrigar was a completely different person off the field, who once approached teammate Bishan Singh Bedi with a humble request to help him make tea with tea bag.

Tendulkar to get Polly Umrigar Trophy

Tendulkar to get Polly Umrigar Trophy

Rediff.com14 May 2011

Iconic Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar is all set to add another trophy to his already crowded cupboard with the BCCI deciding to bestow the 'Polly Umrigar Award for India's best cricketer of 2009-10' on the veteran player.

How Suryakumar proved a point to Kohli after India snub

How Suryakumar proved a point to Kohli after India snub

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'I was already on that flight, mentally. But when I wasn't selected, it hit me hard. I couldn't understand what went wrong.'

How MI helped Rohit get into right frame of mind

How MI helped Rohit get into right frame of mind

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Jayawardene said showing situational awareness is imperative and Rohit was able to execute his plans well against CSK.

Sachin Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

Sachin Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Sachin Tendulkar, whose batting records and impact on international cricket have stood the test of time, was on Saturday conferred with the Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award

Double joy for Bumrah, Mandhana as they bag BCCI top honours

Double joy for Bumrah, Mandhana as they bag BCCI top honours

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

The 28-year-old cricketer's ODI runs came at an average of 57.86 and an impressive strike rate of 95.15.

Kohli to receive Polly Umrigar award; Ashwin bags Sardesai award

Kohli to receive Polly Umrigar award; Ashwin bags Sardesai award

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

The India captain will become the first Indian cricketer to be bestowed with the honour on three occasions.

MI, Hardik Celebrate Pollard's Birthday

MI, Hardik Celebrate Pollard's Birthday

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Nicholas Pooran and Naveen-ul-Haq visit the Taj Mahal.

BCCI Awards: Meet The Winners!

BCCI Awards: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Shubman Gill was conferred with the Polly Umrigar Best Men's International Cricketer of the Year award for 2022-23.

PIX: Shastri, Engineer honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

PIX: Shastri, Engineer honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Ravi Shastri said that it was a touching moment for him to get bestowed with the Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.

Pollard praised for going from player to coach for MI

Pollard praised for going from player to coach for MI

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

"At @mipaltan there is never a goodbye, Polly. Congratulations on becoming the new batting coach for the MI franchise. Your presence will be a big influence for all the boys in the dugout," tweeted Sachin.

IPL: Malinga appointed Mumbai Indians' bowling coach

IPL: Malinga appointed Mumbai Indians' bowling coach

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Sri Lankan Lasith Malinga replaces Shane Bond as Mumbai Indians' bowling coach.

Boucher on the Wankhede boos: 'Felt sorry for Hardik'

Boucher on the Wankhede boos: 'Felt sorry for Hardik'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher really felt bad watching skipper Hardik Pandya face hostile reactions and boos from fans throughout the disastrous IPL campaign and admitted that it did affect the star all-rounder, something the management would need to address in coming days.

The rise and fall of Dattajirao Gaekwad revealed

The rise and fall of Dattajirao Gaekwad revealed

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

As an Indian captain, he will enjoy his little piece of history and no one can take that away from him.

The World Cup That Cheers

The World Cup That Cheers

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from Kashmir to Kerala and Mizoram to Maharashtra, explains Shreekant Sambrani.

Tim David - the next Kieron Pollard of Mumbai Indians?

Tim David - the next Kieron Pollard of Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com1 May 2023

MI skipper Rohit Sharma sounded hopeful that Tim David could fit into the power-hitter's role, but maintained that Kieron Pollard's shoes weren't easy to fill.

Euro: Elvis the pig predicts England will win vs Ukraine

Euro: Elvis the pig predicts England will win vs Ukraine

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

A Visayan warty pig named Elvis at Bristol Zoo Gardens has predicted that England will beat Ukraine in their European Championship quarter-final.

Rohit reveals why Ishan Kishan did not bat in Super Over

Rohit reveals why Ishan Kishan did not bat in Super Over

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

Rohit said Kishan was drained and not feeling fresh, hence did not bat in the Super Over.