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Ponting 24 and counting

Ponting 24 and counting

Rediff.com25 Feb 2011

Ponting 24 and counting That's Ricky Ponting's record as a captain in the World Cup.

Ponting celebrates 100 Test wins

Ponting celebrates 100 Test wins

Rediff.com3 Sep 2011

Ricky Ponting became the first cricketer to play in 100 Test wins after Australia defeated Sri Lanka by 125 runs in the first Test.

Paris 2024 inaugurates Games' Pride House

Paris 2024 inaugurates Games' Pride House

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Paris 2024 organisers on Friday inaugurated the 'Pride House' of the upcoming Olympics

Ponting doubted Clarke's captaincy, team spirit

Ponting doubted Clarke's captaincy, team spirit

Rediff.com13 Oct 2013

Ricky Ponting once harboured doubts over the suitability of Michael Clarke to succeed him as captain of Australia.

'We Want Players To Get Maximum Benefit'

'We Want Players To Get Maximum Benefit'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'Whichever teams have the best players they get a chance to retain them.
'There is a lot of scope for new players to come in and get their maximum value, given how the auction is structured.'

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

France showcased its cultural diversity, spirit of revolution, impeccable craftsmanship, and architectural heritage in a riveting opening ceremony for the 33rd Olympic Games.

Dravid to quit as India coach after T20 World Cup?

Dravid to quit as India coach after T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Rahul Dravid has already informed the BCCI about his decision to step away from the role after the T20 World Cup.

Dravid, Ponting inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame

Dravid, Ponting inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Former India captain Rahul Dravid and Australian legend Ricky Ponting have been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame for their stupendous achievements in international cricket.

Ponting, Gilchrist praise Dhoni

Ponting, Gilchrist praise Dhoni

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

"Leading a team to such a triumph just after taking over as captain is a great achievement," said Australia captain Ricky Ponting.

Ponting apologises, but draws flak

Ponting apologises, but draws flak

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

Australia skipper Ricky Ponting apologised for smashing an LCD screen in the team's dressing room following his run-out in the World Cup opener against Zimbabwe, but his behaviour came under severe criticism from former cricketers.

Will Justin Langer consider coaching Team India in the future?

Will Justin Langer consider coaching Team India in the future?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Justin Langer got a 'probing delivery' on his possible future as coach of the Indian national team but the former Australian opener like his playing days, judged it perfectly and left the one bowled on the "corridor of uncertainty".

We haven't seen the best of Babar Azam yet: Ponting

We haven't seen the best of Babar Azam yet: Ponting

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'He is a really exciting talent and probably the guy I am looking forward to seeing the most this summer. I have seen the Aussies a lot and I have seen a lot of the Kiwis, but I am really excited to see him'

Podium incident unintentional: Ponting

Podium incident unintentional: Ponting

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Ricky Ponting said that his team did not intend to offend Sharad Pawar but was ready to clear any misunderstanding.

Harmison regrets hitting Ponting

Harmison regrets hitting Ponting

Rediff.com7 Nov 2006

Harmison unintentionally struck Ponting in the face with a bouncer in the first test at Lord's that sneaked through his helmet guard and drew blood.

Jos Buttler is England's dangerman: Ponting

Jos Buttler is England's dangerman: Ponting

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has handpicked Jos Buttler as the dangerman for the hosts in the showpiece, stating May 30.

Ponting predicts! 'Australia will struggle in India'

Ponting predicts! 'Australia will struggle in India'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Australia will struggle on their tour of India where they will play four tests against the world's top-ranked side in spin-friendly conditions, former captain Ricky Ponting has predicted.

Ponting interested in chairman of selectors role

Ponting interested in chairman of selectors role

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting says he would consider the role of chairman of selectors if offered the job and is also open to discussions on a coaching position with the team.

Ponting cleared of dissent

Ponting cleared of dissent

Rediff.com23 Sep 2006

Ricky Ponting will not be punished following his animated discussion with umpire Mark Benson during the match against India.

'Not wise to rush Mayank Yadav into Tests'

'Not wise to rush Mayank Yadav into Tests'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

The 21-year-old Lucknow Super Giants fast bowler has turned heads with his raw pace and razor-sharp control.

Ponting fined for dissent

Ponting fined for dissent

Rediff.com18 Apr 2006

The Australia captain was fined 25 percent of his match fee on Monday for showing dissent during the opening day of the second Test against Bangladesh.

Pant looks to regain mojo as DC face Royal test

Pant looks to regain mojo as DC face Royal test

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Skipper Rishabh Pant will look to overcome his rustiness as Delhi Capitals aim for an improved batting display in their bid for a first win of the IPL season when they take on Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Thursday.

Ricky Ponting: First among equals

Ricky Ponting: First among equals

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

As player and captain, Ricky Ponting, says Bikash Mohapatra, was someone who refused to go by the book, didn't shy away from controversy and, yet, more often than not, got the desired results.

Steely Ponting leads Australia fightback

Steely Ponting leads Australia fightback

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

Australia's captain steered his team to 136 for two at the close, just 34 runs behind Pakistan who bowled out the Australians for 88 on the first day of the second Test at Headingley.

Ponting, Lehmann back under-fire Burns to open in Adelaide

Ponting, Lehmann back under-fire Burns to open in Adelaide

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Burns made his debut in the 2014 Boxing Day Test when Lehmann was Australia's head coach. The right-handed batsman has been Australia's first choice as opening batsman alongside David Warner.

Ponting on Rohit's failure and Kohli's success

Ponting on Rohit's failure and Kohli's success

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Ricky Ponting discusses Rohit Sharma's inability to dominate Test cricket like he does in ODIs, Virat Kohli's captaincy and the Australian team's poor showing in the Test series in Sri Lanka.

Ponting backs Australian turnaround ahead of next year's World Cup

Ponting backs Australian turnaround ahead of next year's World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Five-time World Cup winners Australia were whitewashed 5-0 by hosts England in the ODI series which concluded last month, extending their poor ODI run having won only 16 of their last 18 matches.

Ricky Ponting calls for bat size restriction

Ricky Ponting calls for bat size restriction

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting wants size limits on bats because he believes batsmen are enjoying an unfair advantage, especially in Test cricket, and said he would raise his concerns at the MCC World Cricket Committee meeting on Monday.

'Could see Maxwell getting back into the Test line-up'

'Could see Maxwell getting back into the Test line-up'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Australia great Ricky Ponting thinks outstanding all-rounder Glenn Maxwell should be seriously entertained for a Test recall following his astonishing success in the recently concluded ICC World Cup and a T20I series against India.

Former captain Ponting joins Australia's interim coaching team

Former captain Ponting joins Australia's interim coaching team

Rediff.com1 Jan 2017

Former captain Ricky Ponting has become the third ex-international to take on an interim coaching role with the Australian Twenty20 team next month.

All You Need To Know About Paris 2024 Olympics

All You Need To Know About Paris 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Here is all the info one needs about the Paris 2024 Olympics: the dates, the venues, the opening ceremony, new sports and security issues.

Football is Ponting's latest passion

Football is Ponting's latest passion

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Australia skipper Ricky Ponting will take time out from his preparations for this week's fourth Ashes Test on Tuesday to visit minor league English football club Altrincham after becoming a shareholder.

Ponting fined for Code of Behaviour breach

Ponting fined for Code of Behaviour breach

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has been fined for breaching the CA Code of Behaviour during the RYOBI One-Day Cup match between Tasmania and Western Australia at the WACA Ground in Perth.

What T20I Record Did Rohit Set?

What T20I Record Did Rohit Set?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

He became the first player to record 100 wins in the shortest format of the game.

Ashes updates: Ponting predicts stroll for Australia

Ashes updates: Ponting predicts stroll for Australia

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting says England's only hope of winning a Test in the upcoming Ashes series is the day/night match in Adelaide and has predicted a 4-0 victory for the hosts.

Ponting heaps praise on bowlers

Ponting heaps praise on bowlers

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

Relieved after the series-levelling 24-run win, Australian captain Ricky Ponting said he was afraid that 250-run may not be enough but his bowlers made it possible.

Ponting ready for split captaincy

Ponting ready for split captaincy

Rediff.com27 Aug 2009

Amidst calls for his head after the recent Ashes loss, Australia skipper Ricky Ponting today said he would not mind sharing the captaincy, with his deputy Michael Clarke being made in-charge of the shorter versions of the game.

Did DK Mishandle Kuldeep Yadav At KKR?

Did DK Mishandle Kuldeep Yadav At KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'There were tough conversations with him, and I don't think he would have appreciated them at that stage. But I had to be honest.'

Ponting's captaincy in no danger

Ponting's captaincy in no danger

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Calls for Ricky Ponting to relinquish his captaincy in the wake of Australia's Ashes series loss to England are "completely unfair", Cricket Australia chief James Sutherland said on Monday.

Rohit breaks silence on losing IPL captaincy

Rohit breaks silence on losing IPL captaincy

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Rohit is a tough cookie and the genial exterior concealed his real feelings as he said that playing under Pandya is no different from playing under any other captain.

Ponting on who should open the batting for Australia in Tests vs India

Ponting on who should open the batting for Australia in Tests vs India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

Former captain Ricky Ponting said Aaron Finch and uncapped Marcus Harris should open the batting for Australia in the upcoming four-Test series against India.