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'Shreyas Iyer is an open-minded captain'

'Shreyas Iyer is an open-minded captain'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

He listens to everyone's advice. Even a junior player can tell him (what to do), says Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Rohit Sharma became the second-fastest to the milestone, achieving it in just 261 innings-surpassed only by Virat Kohli, who got there in 222 innings.

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli's nearly two-decade long agonising wait to lay his hands on an IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be up against Shreyas Iyer's resolve to make first-time winners out of the tenacious Punjab Kings.

How King Chahal performed his second IPL 'trick'...

How King Chahal performed his second IPL 'trick'...

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Punjab Kings hat-trick hero Yuzvendra Chahal revealed that he relied on his instincts and tweaked his line after observing that the pacers' slower balls were gripping the surface during their IPL clash against Chennai Super Kings, in Chennai on Wednesday.

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'...Shreyas is a young leader and if you look at him, he goes to each and every player, not only the squad player, he goes to even the net bowler, talks to them.'

New Punjab Kings pick finds comfort in Shreyas' presence

New Punjab Kings pick finds comfort in Shreyas' presence

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Shedge will also reunite with his Mumbai teammate Musheer Khan at Punjab Kings as both were picked by their base price of Rs 30 lakh.

4 Star Chahal Leads Mullanpur Miracle

4 Star Chahal Leads Mullanpur Miracle

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Chahal's match-defining spell saw him take home his first Player of the Match for Punjab Kings.

Ponting on how India can get Kohli back in form

Ponting on how India can get Kohli back in form

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Australia legend Ricky Ponting believes frequent changes in his batting order is responsible for Virat Kohli's prolong lean patch and fears if omitted from the T20 World Cup squad, the star batter might find it difficult to regain his place.

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Former India spinner and Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh has called young batter Priyansh Arya "one of the country's most talented players right now" and said his ability to score briskly through proper cricketing shots sets him apart.

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

IPL 2025 recap: From Kohli and RCB conquering final frontier to decline of champions

DC coach Ponting pushes for team bonding ahead of IPL

DC coach Ponting pushes for team bonding ahead of IPL

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

'When you show love towards the younger guys as a coach or a senior player, you know that they are going to give it back.'

Ponting has advice for fellow Aussies

Ponting has advice for fellow Aussies

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Australia should stick with Joe Burns as David Warner's opening partner for next month's first Test against India

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Qualifier 1: Punjab Or RCB? Who Will Win?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, two sides chasing their first IPL title, will square off in a tantalising Qualifier 1 encounter on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

100 per cent on every ball: Kohli's fielding mantra

100 per cent on every ball: Kohli's fielding mantra

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Kohli's diving catch to dismiss Naseem Shah during India's Champions Trophy win over Pakistan was his 157th in ODIs, moving him ahead of Mohammad Azharuddin for the most outfield catches in the format by an Indian player.

Ponting to miss Royals match after family member tests positive for COVID-19

Ponting to miss Royals match after family member tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting will miss their IPL 2022 match against Rajasthan Royals at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Friday after a family member tested positive for COVID-19.

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Delhi Capitals are still in the race for the play-off along with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.

IPL: Delhi Capitals coach Ponting checks in

IPL: Delhi Capitals coach Ponting checks in

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Delhi Capitals welcomed their head coach Ricky Ponting, who arrived in Dubai on Thursday, to take charge of the team for the IPL starting next month.

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh struck half-centuries, while left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar took three wickets as Punjab Kings outclassed Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs.

Ponting warns England of whitewash ahead of D/N Test

Ponting warns England of whitewash ahead of D/N Test

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Australia are 1-0 up in the series after an emphatic nine-wicket victory at the Gabba in Brisbane.

Here's what Ponting wants DC players to do against MI

Here's what Ponting wants DC players to do against MI

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Ponting said that the experienced players will have to step up for the team in the crucial match against Mumbai Indians.

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Former West Indies captain Brian Lara will be in the same team as Ricky Ponting, Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer in the upcoming Bushfire relief fundraiser match. Ponting's side, which will be coached by former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, also comprises of lethal pacers such as Brett Lee and Wasim Akram. On the other hand, Gilchrist side's has a solid top-order comprising of Yuvraj Singh, Shane Watson and Andrew Symonds.

What Ponting promised Ashwin on 'Mankading'

What Ponting promised Ashwin on 'Mankading'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Delhi Capitals coach Ricky Ponting has promised his premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin that he would speak to the ICC about imposing a run-penalty on teams whose batsmen back up too far at the non-striker's end.

'Win against KKR a confidence-booster'

'Win against KKR a confidence-booster'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings (PBKS) assistant coach Brad Haddin has little doubt that the fighting win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has instilled a lot of confidence in players but said they should strive to get better as this season's IPL is nearing its half-way stage.

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

Ponting slams Australian batting approach

Ponting slams Australian batting approach

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

'I think they need to have a good look at how they're playing.'

Captain Kohli sets sights on Ponting's record

Captain Kohli sets sights on Ponting's record

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

India captain Virat Kohli is on the verge of going past former Australia captain Ricky Ponting's record for most centuries by a captain in international cricket, in the first ODI against England, in Pune, on Tuesday.

'He played a big role in turning Test cricket around'

'He played a big role in turning Test cricket around'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Under Kohli's captaincy, India became the first Asian side to win a Test series in Australia, besides recording some memorable wins elsewhere.

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals appoint Pietersen as team mentor

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

This is Kevin Pietersen's first coaching assignment in the IPL, where he featured as a player from 2009 to 2016.

Why Prabhsimran is 'more matured' this IPL season

Why Prabhsimran is 'more matured' this IPL season

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings spin bowling coach Sunil Joshi says opener Prabhsimran Singh is showing 'greater maturity' this IPL season.

Ponting says he was approached for India coach's job before Dravid

Ponting says he was approached for India coach's job before Dravid

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting revealed that he was approached by the BCCI to coach India before Rahul Dravid was chosen for the coveted job.

BCCI reacts to Jaiswal's dismissal

BCCI reacts to Jaiswal's dismissal

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

upon review, third umpire Saikat adjudged that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence.

Shreyas returns to Eden to dent KKR's play-off push

Shreyas returns to Eden to dent KKR's play-off push

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Shreyas Iyer had led KKR to their first IPL title in a decade last year. However, on Saturday, he returns as captain of a rejuvenated Punjab Kings chasing a play-off spot.

'He flustered India, there's no doubt about that'

'He flustered India, there's no doubt about that'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri advice to Konstas was to focus on his "strengths".

Ponting reckons no captaincy is a good thing for Kohli

Ponting reckons no captaincy is a good thing for Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'He is 33 years of age now and he will want to continue playing for a few more years I am sure and have a crack at breaking some records that he is not far off breaking. Maybe if he does that as a batter and without the extra responsibility of captaincy, it might make it a bit easier for him'

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.

Ponting reveals Smith's batting position in IPL 2021

Ponting reveals Smith's batting position in IPL 2021

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting has confirmed that Steve Smith will bat in the top three in the Indian Premier League

How Ponting inspired Raza to plot Pakistan's downfall

How Ponting inspired Raza to plot Pakistan's downfall

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Overcome with emotions, the Pakistan-born Raza was at loss of words.

Our tournament starts now, says DC coach Ponting

Our tournament starts now, says DC coach Ponting

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Delhi Capitals, who finished the IPL 2021 league stage on the top of the points table, have beaten Chennai Super Kings in both their league matches.

Washington-Shardul partnership was outstanding: Ponting

Washington-Shardul partnership was outstanding: Ponting

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

'And with India we see that they just keep fighting. They've been up for the battle and the contest right the way through this series so far.'

Chase Master Kohli's Record Blitz

Chase Master Kohli's Record Blitz

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli surpassed Shikhar Dhawan to become India's highest run-scorer in Champions Trophy history.