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Team India coach Shastri urges patience on CAA

Team India coach Shastri urges patience on CAA

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Ravi Shastri said he is confident that the government has thought through the decision to introduce the law.

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Harry Brook, the English middle-order batter, faced criticism after being dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy for the second consecutive time in the ongoing T20I series against India.

Did Umpiring Decide Lord's Test?

Did Umpiring Decide Lord's Test?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'Whenever India bowls, Reiffel feels it's not out. Whenever India bats, he feels it's out.'

I have applied for the chief coach's post: Shastri

I have applied for the chief coach's post: Shastri

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Former Team India Director Ravi Shastri has applied for the chief coach's post of the Indian cricket team, staking strong claims of returning at the helm.

'83 Heroes Celebrate Delhi Win

'83 Heroes Celebrate Delhi Win

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Some of the members of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team celebrated India's victory in the second Test against Australia in Delhi with a dinner at Kapil Dev's residence in Delhi.

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Nitish Reddy's remarkable maiden Test century on Day 3 in the fourth Test against Australia helped India keep the first innings deficit to 105 runs, which could have been in excess of 200 after the visitors were reduced to 221 for 7 in reply to the hosts' 474 at one stage.

CT Semis: Should India Play Chakravarthy?

CT Semis: Should India Play Chakravarthy?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Except in the IPL, the Australians have not had a good look at Varun Chakravarthy's bowling and that could spell trouble for Steve Smith and Co.

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.

Shastri once again fiercely defends Dhoni

Shastri once again fiercely defends Dhoni

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

Look at your career before commenting on Dhoni: Shastri

It's time to move on, says Shastri

It's time to move on, says Shastri

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Former India Team Director Ravi Shastri made it clear on Tuesday that he is "done" with the Indian cricket team, saying it's time to "move on".

Shastri gets his team, Arun back as bowling coach

Shastri gets his team, Arun back as bowling coach

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

BCCI on Tuesday appointed Bharat Arun as the Indian cricket team's bowling coach, ending days of drama surrounding the position.

'Kohli Gave Indian Cricket Belief'

'Kohli Gave Indian Cricket Belief'

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'As a captain and a player, he never played for a draw, he always wanted to win.'

Captaincy comes naturally to Shreyas: Shastri

Captaincy comes naturally to Shreyas: Shastri

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes captaincy comes naturally to Shreyas Iyer, who has impressed in his first season as Kolkata Knight Riders captain.

'Worst Shot' Of Kohli's Career?

'Worst Shot' Of Kohli's Career?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

The batting maestro, known for his aggressive stroke play, fell victim to a full toss from Mitchell Santner in the 24th over.

Why Shastri wants Arun as bowling coach despite Zaheer's appointment

Why Shastri wants Arun as bowling coach despite Zaheer's appointment

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Ravi Shastri's choice of bowling coach was always Bharat Arun and it is now apparent that Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) did not take the new head coach into confidence while recommending Zaheer Khan as the bowling coach.

Should Shastri continue till the World Cup? Tell us!

Should Shastri continue till the World Cup? Tell us!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

What are your thoughts on Shastri continuing as Team Director till the World Cup? Should the BCCI retain him?

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday challenged Home Minister Amit Shah to debate with him on his three press conferences in which the Congress leader alleged 'vote chori' by the Bharatiya Janata Party in collusion with the Election Commission.

Shastri wins 'close race' to continue as head coach of men's cricket team

Shastri wins 'close race' to continue as head coach of men's cricket team

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Ravi Shastri was reappointed as the India head coach, the BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee announced on Friday.

Manohar opposes Shastri's inclusion in BCCI probe panel

Manohar opposes Shastri's inclusion in BCCI probe panel

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

There was a lot of drama at the BCCI's emergent working committee meeting in Mumbai on Sunday as an altercation between secretary Sanjay Patel and former president Shashank Manohar led to the former walking out of the meeting.

Sky is the limit for Kohli, says Shastri

Sky is the limit for Kohli, says Shastri

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

India's head coach Ravi Shastri, on Monday, heaped special praise on Virat Kohli after he notched up his 50th International century in Kolkata and said "sky is the limit" for the skipper who stands at the halfway stage in equalling Sachin Tendulkar's feat.

Tendulkar, Shastri laud Saha's knock against Delhi Capitals

Tendulkar, Shastri laud Saha's knock against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Saha showed his hitting skills which have largely gone unnoticed over the years.

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Dilip Vengsarkar will be part of the MCA's grand celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Wankhede Stadium.

Shastri slams 'disrespectful' Ganguly over interview snub

Shastri slams 'disrespectful' Ganguly over interview snub

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

A disappointed former team director Ravi Shastri on Tuesday hit out at Sourav Ganguly saying he was 'disrespectful' of the candidate he was interviewing and the job of selecting the coach he was entrusted with.

BCCI's 'be present in person' clause result of Sourav-Shastri fiasco

BCCI's 'be present in person' clause result of Sourav-Shastri fiasco

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

The BCCI's 'be present in person for interview' clause for picking selectors has been born out of a strong desire to avoid a Ravi Shastri-like fiasco in the future. Clause 11 of selection criteria put up by the Indian Cricket Board states "candidates should be willing to appear for personal interview", indicating that the BCCI learnt its lesson from the controversy that broke in the aftermath of interviews for the Indian coach's job. Shastri had appeared for his personal interview via video conferencing.

Kohli should lead India if Rohit is unavailable: Shastri

Kohli should lead India if Rohit is unavailable: Shastri

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Former head coach Ravi Shastri feels India should look "in the direction" of Virat Kohli to lead the side in a major game, like the WTC final, if skipper Rohit Sharma is unavailable due to "unforeseen circumstances".

Pujara should be in top bracket of central contracts: Shastri

Pujara should be in top bracket of central contracts: Shastri

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

India's chief coach Ravi Shastri feels that Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara should remain in the top bracket when the Board of Control for Cricket in India and Committee of Administrators (COA) thrash out the revised central contracts based on the new remuneration structure.

Shastri enters event management

Shastri enters event management

Rediff.com12 Aug 2003

The former India all-rounder and advertising guru Diwan Arun Nanda are launching Showdiff Worldwide, to promote talents and events.

'Not Kohli Enough': Gill's Captaincy Under Fire

'Not Kohli Enough': Gill's Captaincy Under Fire

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

While Gill's intent was to contain, former players believe he missed an opportunity to attack when it mattered most.

Coach Shastri wants Tendulkar as consultant but...

Coach Shastri wants Tendulkar as consultant but...

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

India head coach Ravi Shastri wants batting great Sachin Tendulkar to work with the national team as a consultant, provided it is not a case of conflict of interest.

Shastri urges Tendulkar to 'forget the milestone'

Shastri urges Tendulkar to 'forget the milestone'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2012

Former India skipper Ravi Shastri wants senior batsman Sachin Tendulkar to stay true to his game and "forget about the milestone" as the wait for his landmark 100th international century continues.

Cricket Australia open to Shastri's request for extra warm-up game

Cricket Australia open to Shastri's request for extra warm-up game

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Cricket Australia has responded positively to India coach Ravi Shastri's request for more warm-up matches ahead of their Test series Down Under later this year.

Shastri questions team's commitment

Shastri questions team's commitment

Rediff.com24 Nov 2006

The former India captain has questioned the India's selection and commitment of senior players.

Losses hurt but we learn from them: Shastri

Losses hurt but we learn from them: Shastri

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

The sour taste of a 10-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first Test was a good lesson for India's cricketers and there is no doubt they will be far more competitive in the second in Christchurch, coach Ravi Shastri said.

Shastri agrees to chair NCA

Shastri agrees to chair NCA

Rediff.com29 Sep 2007

The former India captain had accepted the BCCI's offer in principle on Friday but wanted a day or two to look into his commitments before acceding.

'Shastri has moulded India into world beaters'

'Shastri has moulded India into world beaters'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'I am particularly happy that an Indian has done such a superb job as the coach because people always talk about foreign coaches, but Shastri has dashed all those views.'

Bumrah, Jadeja's absence can unearth new champions, says Shastri

Bumrah, Jadeja's absence can unearth new champions, says Shastri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Both Bumrah and Jadeja will miss the showpiece event Down Under later this month owing to injuries.

Shastri tells Aussies to shut up

Shastri tells Aussies to shut up

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

'Let them sit in Australia and talk about their pitches. Tell them not to waste their time about Indian tracks. Come and play here'

Why Shastri was given an extension as Team India Director

Why Shastri was given an extension as Team India Director

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

Senior Board of Control for Cricket in India functionary Rajeev Shukla says the decision to give Team Director Ravi Shastri an extension till the 2016 World Cup was based on his good performance and rapport with the players.

Why Travis Is A 'Headache' For India

Why Travis Is A 'Headache' For India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

'We all knew he was dangerous, but that first shot he played off Jasprit Bumrah, that cover drive, off the front foot.' 'It told me that this is a player in prime, prime form.'

Other sports bodies should emulate BCCI: Shastri

Other sports bodies should emulate BCCI: Shastri

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Former India captain and Team Director Ravi Shastri on Wednesday said other sports should try to emulate the BCCI to start producing champions at the global level.