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Shastri, support staff to get 45-day extension after World Cup

Shastri, support staff to get 45-day extension after World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

India head coach Ravi Shastri and his support staff, whose contracts end with the conclusion of the World Cup, will be given a 45-day extension by the Committee of Administrators.

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The India skipper will be eyeing the great Don Bradman's 88-year-old record for most runs by a captain in a Test series.

PICS: 'Inspiring': Tendulkar leads Afghanistan applause

PICS: 'Inspiring': Tendulkar leads Afghanistan applause

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar led the cricket world in showering praise on Afghanistan after their stunning eight-run victory over England in the Champions Trophy, saying their wins "can't be termed as upsets anymore".

Shastri has just ONE word for Dhoni's critics...

Shastri has just ONE word for Dhoni's critics...

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Dhoni's contribution is second to none in Indian cricket, says Ravi Shastri.

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.

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.

Shastri is 'Super proud of this bindass bunch'

Shastri is 'Super proud of this bindass bunch'

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Shastri has been serving as the head coach of the Indian team since 2017, having got an extension after the 2019 ICC World Cup.

No one got COVID from book launch party: Shastri

No one got COVID from book launch party: Shastri

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

India head coach Ravi Shastri says he has no regrets about organising the book launch, which was widely perceived to be the reason for a COVID-19 outbreak that forced the cancellation of the fifth Test against England in Manchester.

'Reddy Or Jadeja Should Have Attacked'

'Reddy Or Jadeja Should Have Attacked'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'Bring the deficit down to about 60 and then take it 10 runs at a time.'

Shastri suggests Pant should return to domestic cricket

Shastri suggests Pant should return to domestic cricket

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The Indian coach is happy that Dhoni has taken time off from the game and says Rahul could be used as wicket-keeping option at next year's World T20 C'ships.

Kohli, Rohit should quit T20Is; focus on Tests, ODIs: Shastri

Kohli, Rohit should quit T20Is; focus on Tests, ODIs: Shastri

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it is time for stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to concentrate on Tests and ODIs.

'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.

What Made Joe Root Lose His Cool?

What Made Joe Root Lose His Cool?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Joe Root was at the center of an unexpected on-field spat with India's Prasidh Krishna, as tempers flared during a high-stakes second day at The Oval.

I see a bit of myself in Kohli, says Shastri

I see a bit of myself in Kohli, says Shastri

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

With India playing with a new-found spunk under stand-in skipper Virat Kohli, team director Ravi Shastri on Friday said he sees a bit of himself in the flamboyant Delhi batsman.

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.

World T20 to be Shastri's last assignment as team director?

World T20 to be Shastri's last assignment as team director?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The upcoming World T20 could turn out to be Ravi Shastri's last assignment as team director with the Board of Control for Cricket in India hinting that India may appoint a coach for the national team after the mega-event.

How India Have Fared Against Pakistan In Finals

How India Have Fared Against Pakistan In Finals

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Pakistan leads India 3-2 in finals.

India, Kings Under Pressure!

India, Kings Under Pressure!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Arshdeep Singh performing under pressure in the Super Over against Sri Lanka can be attributed to meditation and yoga that he practices regularly.

Shastri's winning formula: Spinners hold Key in WTC

Shastri's winning formula: Spinners hold Key in WTC

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Shastri wants both Ashwin and Jadeja in Indian playing XI for WTC Final

Rinku, his bat and the comparisons to Shastri, Miandad

Rinku, his bat and the comparisons to Shastri, Miandad

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

"I had a feeling that he would pick this bat because it has a very nice pickup and according to my weight this bat is light. So (now) this bat belongs to Rinku, not me," said the captain in a video posted on KKR's Twitter handle.

Shastri team director for England ODIs. Can he turn around India's fortunes?

Shastri team director for England ODIs. Can he turn around India's fortunes?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

India have appointed former captain Ravi Shastri as director of cricket for the One-day international series against England as part of a coaching shake-up following the recent 3-1 Test series defeat to the same opponents.

Gavaskar on why Shastri is the favourite to become India coach

Gavaskar on why Shastri is the favourite to become India coach

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar feels his ex-teammate Ravi Shastri is the favourite to become the head coach of the Indian cricket team based on the team's impressive showing during his two-year tenure as the team director.

Why Firing Gambhir Won't Fix The Real Problem

Why Firing Gambhir Won't Fix The Real Problem

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Sack Gambhir before he damages any more careers, if you must. But it cannot stop there. The project ahead must be bigger, more ambitious, and far more urgent: Rebuilding the spine of Indian cricket from the grassroots up, and giving the Test team the seriousness it deserves. Only then will Indian cricket stop lurching from one crisis to another and begin, once again, to imagine greatness, suggests Prem Panicker.

Team India up for the challenge against SA: Shastri

Team India up for the challenge against SA: Shastri

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

Addressing the first press conference after arriving in South Africa for the three-match Test series, Shastri said adaptability to foreign conditions will be the key to success for the visitors.

Here's what BCCI boss Ganguly wants coach Shastri to do...

Here's what BCCI boss Ganguly wants coach Shastri to do...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly said that senior team's head coach Ravi Shastri will be asked to get "more involved" in grooming talent at the National Cricket Academy "till the time he is coach".

Shastri shares epic picture with Viv Richards

Shastri shares epic picture with Viv Richards

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Shastri shared a picture with former West Indies player Vivian Richards calling him a 'King'.

Shastri to make SA media savvy

Shastri to make SA media savvy

Rediff.com8 Jun 2003

The former India captain will help teach Graeme Smith's wards the finer points of press relation ahead of their tour of England.

Shastri is head coach, Zaheer bowling coach, Dravid consultant

Shastri is head coach, Zaheer bowling coach, Dravid consultant

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

The BCCI on Tuesday named Ravi Shastri as the new chief coach of the Indian cricket team with former fast bowling great Zaheer Khan being appointed the bowling coach for a period of two years.

India's team of 1985 could trouble Virat's side in limited overs: Shastri

India's team of 1985 could trouble Virat's side in limited overs: Shastri

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Ravi Shastri has a firm belief that that the team of 1985 was qualitatively better than the side that won the 1983 World Cup because it was a perfect blend of youth and experience.

Will BCCI take action against Shastri for 'abusing' Mumbai curator?

Will BCCI take action against Shastri for 'abusing' Mumbai curator?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur on Monday said action will be taken against team director Ravi Shastri if he is found guilty of reportedly abusing Mumbai Cricket Association curator Sudhir Naik following India's defeat in the fifth and final One-Day International against South Africa on Sunday.

India 'taking no prisoners' against Australia, says Shastri

India 'taking no prisoners' against Australia, says Shastri

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

India's head coach Ravi Shastri says his side will take no prisoners in their upcoming Test series against Australia, who are still formidable opponents despite results going against them in the wake of the ball-tampering scandal.

How Shastri's coaching style compares to Kumble...

How Shastri's coaching style compares to Kumble...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

Some of his team-mates may have considered Anil Kumble 'strict' but India's Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha never felt that about the former coach, who quit after a bitter fallout with captain Virat Kohli.

No more chopping and changing, says Shastri. Is Kohli listening?

No more chopping and changing, says Shastri. Is Kohli listening?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Shastri indicated that from now on, they will be playing around those 15 players, who are going to board the UK bound flight.

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 comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Shastri comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

'I mean, you can't play four matches on the trot. What are you going to the NCA for, if you are going to come back and then three matches (later) you're back there (NCA).'

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 reveals why India flopped at T20 World Cup

Shastri reveals why India flopped at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

The Indian team was "mentally and physically drained" during the T20 World Cup and did not even "try to win", as it wasn't switched on during pressure situations in big games, outgoing head coach Ravi Shastri stunningly conceded before the side's last Super 12s match against Namibia, in Dubai, on Monday.

Shastri denies Fletcher being sidelined, says 'we are united'

Shastri denies Fletcher being sidelined, says 'we are united'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

The former Indian captain was upset on learning about media reports that a support staff meeting was held without Fletcher being present.

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.'

Shastri unveils 'Mumbai's Bradman' Gavaskar's portrait at Bowral Museum

Shastri unveils 'Mumbai's Bradman' Gavaskar's portrait at Bowral Museum

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The coach also launched a book 'India's 71-Year Test: The Journey to Triumph in Australia'.