News for 'Red Ball'

Gambhir not in favour of 'Pink Ball' Tests

Gambhir not in favour of 'Pink Ball' Tests

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday called himself a "traditionalist" who loves the red ball and day game for longer format and said any experimentation should be carried out only in T20 cricket. "I am a traditionalist who loves to play the game in the old way. It is my personal opinion but I think all these changes and experimentation should be carried out in T20 cricket only.

No major calls at BCCI's review meeting

No major calls at BCCI's review meeting

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

With more than five months to go for the next Test series, many in the BCCI believe that there is no need to take a decision right away.

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan continued his red-hot form in the Indian Premier League to lead the Orange Cap race for IPL's top scorer and stake his claim for a Test debut in India's tour of England later this year.

Kohli addresses team in nets; Rohit works on batting

Kohli addresses team in nets; Rohit works on batting

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The youngsters in the side couldn't have got a better mentor than 'King' Kohli himself to guide them with his words of wisdom.

Super Cup: FC Goa down Bagan, set up final against JFC

Super Cup: FC Goa down Bagan, set up final against JFC

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Kalinga Super Cup: FC Goa to face Jamshedpur FC in final

How Kohli inspired team-mates and rivals at Kotla

How Kohli inspired team-mates and rivals at Kotla

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli's presence was enough to inspire and overwhelm his teammates and opponents alike in one of the most keenly followed matches in the history of Ranji Trophy.

Pakistan batters 'afraid' of pace'?

Pakistan batters 'afraid' of pace'?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

They are afraid of grass pitches: Basit Ali's surprising take on Pakistan batters ahead of England Test series

'Focus on England': Rohit dismisses retirement talk

'Focus on England': Rohit dismisses retirement talk

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has dismissed speculation about his future in international cricket, stating his focus is on the upcoming ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy.

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze sparked a massive south London party by scoring the only goal to win the FA Cup 1-0 against Manchester City on Saturday and claim the club's first major trophy in their history.

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Gouri Venugopal's sambar is unparalleled as far her daughter Durga and granddaughter Maya are concerned.

GT Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

GT Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Mohammed Siraj's inspired spell powered Gujarat Titans to an emphatic eight-wicket win against his former team Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

Stokes returns! England announce squad for Pakistan Tour

Stokes returns! England announce squad for Pakistan Tour

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Stokes, who sustained a hamstring tear in English domestic tournament The Hundred last month, is continuing his recovery along with Zak Crawley who fractured his right little finger at Edgbaston in July.

ISL: East Bengal down Kerala Blasters to snap losing run

ISL: East Bengal down Kerala Blasters to snap losing run

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

East Bengal FC returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Kerala Blasters FC in an Indian Super League match, in Kolkata, on Friday.

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Former India batter Yuvraj Singh believes players struggling for form should return to domestic cricket, regardless of their national team stature, amid the debate over Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing Ranji Trophy.

'Pant's recovery was a miracle'

'Pant's recovery was a miracle'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'He return to Australia for this tour in form and a man Australia fears, an unthinkable prospect when he was bailed up in hospital unable to walk.'

How Many Sixes Has Pooran Hit This IPL?

How Many Sixes Has Pooran Hit This IPL?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

31 in 6 games!

Saliva ban won't affect us, white ball specialist Chahar

Saliva ban won't affect us, white ball specialist Chahar

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Deepak Chahar feels that ban on use of saliva will not have an impact in white ball cricket

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

South Africa's two-test series success over Sri Lanka on Monday catapulted them to first place in the World Test Championship and put them firmly on course for next year's final in what would have been unthinkable less than a year ago.

Shafali Verma working on improving short-ball technique

Shafali Verma working on improving short-ball technique

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

The opener has played a couple of Tests, six ODIs and 28 T20 Internationals since making her debut

PIX: Mbappe wins it for Real Madrid; Milan rally to beat Como

PIX: Mbappe wins it for Real Madrid; Milan rally to beat Como

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the LaLiga, Serie A and Bundesliga.

Liver Cancer: Don't Ignore Stomach Pain

Liver Cancer: Don't Ignore Stomach Pain

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Dr Swapnil Sharma, a liver transplant, HPB and GI surgeon, helps us understand the symptoms of liver cancer is and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from this disease.

Why Australia should leave Virat Kohli alone

Why Australia should leave Virat Kohli alone

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Former all-rounder Shane Watson has advised the Australian team to avoid getting into confrontations with Virat Kohli in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Never saw myself as white ball specialist: Axar Patel

Never saw myself as white ball specialist: Axar Patel

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Thirty two wickets in only seven Tests innings is no mean feat and Axar Patel says the secret of his success lies in enjoying his craft and believing that he can't be 'pigeon-holed' as a T20 specialist.

Ashwin's exit mirrors Dhoni, Kumble's abrupt farewells

Ashwin's exit mirrors Dhoni, Kumble's abrupt farewells

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Ashwin's decision too came as a bit of a surprise, especially considering the team's reliance on him.

Kohli's homecoming: Delhi aim to end on a high!

Kohli's homecoming: Delhi aim to end on a high!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

This will be Virat Kohli's first Ranji Trophy match in 12 years.

ISL semis: Can Jamshedpur hold off MBSG in 2nd leg?

ISL semis: Can Jamshedpur hold off MBSG in 2nd leg?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

MBSG seek to overturn deficit against JFC in second leg semi-final.

Jasmin, Pratibha, Katrina Are Ready For A Hot Summer

Jasmin, Pratibha, Katrina Are Ready For A Hot Summer

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Get ready to let your shoulders breathe and turn heads at the same time.

Poor bowling reserves a worry for transitioning India

Poor bowling reserves a worry for transitioning India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

As many as four world-class match-winners are expected to bid adieu to the game one by one in the next couple of years and Gautam Gambhir is in an unenviable position as head coach.

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Security beefed up for Kohli's Ranji comeback

Can This India Team Beat Australia???

Can This India Team Beat Australia???

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

India's batting is a major concern with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli struggling for runs ahead of the tour of Australia.

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The 33-year-old proved his worth in the penultimate over as MI chased 203 and conceded just seven runs against hard-hitting batters Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma.

I-League: SC Bengaluru see off Real Kashmir to bag full points

I-League: SC Bengaluru see off Real Kashmir to bag full points

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The win enabled SC Bengaluru leapfrog Aizawl FC into 10th place with 20 points from 19 matches, and pushed them out of the relegation zone. Real Kashmir, meanwhile, stay third with 32 points from as many games.

'I Wish Pant Was Australian'

'I Wish Pant Was Australian'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'I think the way he goes about his aggressive nature and his work ethic would make him very enjoyable to play with.'

Pakistan's coaches vow to keep Babar, Masood in charge

Pakistan's coaches vow to keep Babar, Masood in charge

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

A PCB source however told PTI that recent media speculations about Shan Masood and Babar Azam's sacking is nothing more than kite flying.

ISL: Super-sub Saul answers EB's call

ISL: Super-sub Saul answers EB's call

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

EBFC head coach Oscar Bruzon brought Saul Crespo in for Nandhakumar Sekar in the 61st minute, and the move yielded instant results, with the midfielder finding the back of the net just four minutes later.

I can't bat like Pujara or Pujara can't bat like me: Shaw

I can't bat like Pujara or Pujara can't bat like me: Shaw

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Prithvi Shaw said every run would be very important for him in his endeavour to make a comeback to the Indian team.

Revealed! Why Kishan skipped Ranji Trophy despite BCCI diktak

Revealed! Why Kishan skipped Ranji Trophy despite BCCI diktak

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Ishan Kishan is set to make a comeback to competitive cricket for his employers Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai's D Y Patil T20 tournament.

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'The captain of a country doesn't opt out of the final Test match of a series, a final-deciding Test match.'

ISL: Jamshedpur FC rout Mumbai City

ISL: Jamshedpur FC rout Mumbai City

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Jamshedpur FC struck three times in the second half to complete an emphatic 3-0 victory over Mumbai City FC.