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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.

Ponting hungry for Ashes revenge

Ponting hungry for Ashes revenge

Rediff.com17 Jul 2006

The Australian skipper has vowed to clinch back the famous urn from England when they meet in November later this year.

Ponting reprimanded for damaging TV

Ponting reprimanded for damaging TV

Rediff.com23 Feb 2011

The ICC said Australia's captain was found guilty of 'abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an international match'.

Ponting fined for showing dissent

Ponting fined for showing dissent

Rediff.com28 Jun 2008

Australian skipper Ricky Ponting was fined 30 percent of his match fee for dissent during second ODI against West Indies.

Aus team culture criticism 'blown out of proportion': Ponting

Aus team culture criticism 'blown out of proportion': Ponting

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Cricket Australia (CA) has slapped 12-month bans on Steve Smith and David Warner, while suspending Cameron Bancroft, who was caught using a piece of sandpaper on the ball in the Cape Town Test, for nine months following the controversy which rocked cricket in Australia.

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.

Ponting apprehensive about IPL

Ponting apprehensive about IPL

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

Australian skipper Ricky Ponting on Thursday expressed his concern over the cash-rich Indian Premier League's potential to sway some vital experience from the international cricket and advised that the Twenty20 competition be fitted into the ICC's Future Tours Programme.

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

From January 1, 2021 to September 9, 2024 -- during which Joe Root hit 17 centuries, Kane Williamson has hit, Steve Smith has made six tons but Virat Kohli has managed just two centuries.

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.

Sack Ponting, demands Roebuck

Sack Ponting, demands Roebuck

Rediff.com7 Jan 2008

Australia should immediately sack its arrogant and abrasive captain Ricky Ponting and it's a surprise that India has not called off the tour and gone back home, said an aghast Peter Roebuck.

Ponting cleared to tour India

Ponting cleared to tour India

Rediff.com20 Sep 2007

The Australia captain is likely to play in the upcoming seven-match ODI series against India despite suffering a hamstring strain.

Coming soon, Ponting the Golfer!

Coming soon, Ponting the Golfer!

Rediff.com1 May 2011

In the twilight of his cricket career, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting could be seen swinging a golf club next summer as he might be given a sponsor's exemption in one of the major tournaments in Melbourne.

Ponting praises Symonds, Hogg

Ponting praises Symonds, Hogg

Rediff.com14 Oct 2007

Australia's captain Ricky Ponting, delighted after sealing the ODI series against India, said it was a great win as India is not an easy place to play in.

'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 powers Australia to victory

Ponting powers Australia to victory

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

Ricky Ponting cracked an impressive 90 not out to steer Australia to an easy eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second One-day International.

Ponting should consider ODI retirement: Jones

Ponting should consider ODI retirement: Jones

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

Cricketer-turned-commentator Dean Jones on Sunday joined the growing list of former Australian players asking for Ricky Ponting's removal as captain, saying the embattled batsman should in fact consider ODI retirement.

Ponting better captain than Waugh: Chappell

Ponting better captain than Waugh: Chappell

Rediff.com23 Aug 2009

A lacklustre Australia maybe on the brink of losing the Ashes urn to England but Ricky Ponting, a superior skipper than his predecessor Steve Waugh, is still the best man to lead the side in Tests, according to former captain Ian Chappell. Chappell felt the selectors sold Ponting down the river, picking an all-pace attack for the unresponsive pitch at The Oval and blaming Ponting for the debacle would be barking up the wrong tree.

Ponting game for Bollywood?

Ponting game for Bollywood?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

The Aussie captain answered a barrage of questions on topics related to cricket and beyond it.

Ponting upset by criticism against retiring Clarke

Ponting upset by criticism against retiring Clarke

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Ricky Ponting has expressed his disappointment over a barrage of criticism levelled against retiring captain Michael Clarke following Australia's Ashes series defeat against England.

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.

FIRST LOOK: Rohit, Ponting ring the opening bell at BSE

FIRST LOOK: Rohit, Ponting ring the opening bell at BSE

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Mumbai Indians's Rohit Sharma, Ricky Ponting and owner Nita Ambani visited the Bombay Stock Exchange.

'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.'

Paceman Hazlewood echoes Ponting concerns over bat sizes

Paceman Hazlewood echoes Ponting concerns over bat sizes

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has voiced his support to Ricky Ponting's suggestion that restrictions must be imposed on bat sizes in test cricket to negate an unfair advantage for the men at the crease.

'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.

Can England's bowlers cope without Archer, Leach?

Can England's bowlers cope without Archer, Leach?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

England's bowling attack will struggle to bowl out Australia in the Ashes if they prepare flat wickets

Ponting backs Watson in Australia crisis

Ponting backs Watson in Australia crisis

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

Suspended Australia vice-captain Shane Watson received the backing of former skipper Rickie Ponting on Thursday as crisis surrounding the team rumbled on.

Of Zaheer, Ponting and Usain Bolt

Of Zaheer, Ponting and Usain Bolt

Rediff.com2 Oct 2010

Seeking to clear air over the altercation Zaheer Khan had with Ricky Ponting, India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said the issue was a misunderstanding on part of Australia's captain. Harbhajan said Zaheer's remarks were not directed at Ponting; the pacer was just talking with teammate VVS Laxman.

English media apologetic over debasing 'great' Ponting

English media apologetic over debasing 'great' Ponting

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

The English media has hailed Ricky Ponting and also apologised for disparaging him throughout his playing career.

'Ponting should take inspiration from Tendulkar'

'Ponting should take inspiration from Tendulkar'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

Australian skipper Ricky Ponting should take inspiration from cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar in order to resurrect his fading batting form, according to former captain Mark Taylor.

Ponting tops batting charts

Ponting tops batting charts

Rediff.com28 Nov 2006

Ricky Ponting has achieved the fifth best all-time Test batting rating following his exploits in the first Ashes Test.

Refreshed Ponting not ready to retire yet

Refreshed Ponting not ready to retire yet

Rediff.com16 Aug 2011

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has revealed that he plans to continue playing at the international level, and banished thoughts or recommendations of early retirement from the game.

Ponting sweeps Australia awards

Ponting sweeps Australia awards

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Australia's captain was voted best player, and also won the Test Player of the Year and One-Day Player of the Year awards.

Ponting to miss Brisbane ODI

Ponting to miss Brisbane ODI

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Brad Hodge will take his place in the team with Adam Gilchrist assuming the captaincy.

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.

Ponting apologises for dissent

Ponting apologises for dissent

Rediff.com13 Sep 2006

The Australian captain was on Tuesday fined 100 per cent of his match fee.

Ponting to make comeback for Ashes?

Ponting to make comeback for Ashes?

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Ricky Ponting has revealed he might not be able to resist the lure of the Ashes if Australia asked him to come out of Test retirement.

Ponting elated after Ashes victory

Ponting "elated" after Ashes victory

Rediff.com18 Dec 2006

"We've been very good there is no doubt about it," Ponting told Australian television.

Ponting has the Board's unanimous support: Arthur

Ponting has the Board's unanimous support: Arthur

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

Australia selectors want Ricky Ponting to be part of the back-to-back Ashes series in 2013, coach Mickey Arthur has said, but the third and final Test against South Africa in Perth may be his last chance to reverse a run of wretched form.

Ponting closes in on Bradman

Ponting closes in on Bradman

Rediff.com6 Dec 2006

The Australia captain moved up to joint-third in the all-time ICC Player Rankings for Test batsmen.

Ponting adviced to take a break

Ponting adviced to take a break

Rediff.com5 Mar 2008

A day after Australia's humiliating tri-series defeat against India, Ricky Ponting's continuance as captain came under scrutiny with critics bluntly telling the beleaguered leader to take a break from the game and sort out his batting woes.