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'I've never seen a better 50-over player than Virat Kohli'

'I've never seen a better 50-over player than Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting says he has not seen a "better player" than Virat Kohli in ODIs, and backed the Indian batting star to go past the legendary Sachin Tendulkar as the highest run-getter in the 50-overs' format.

Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Legendary cricketer Ian Chappell's insightful writings, critical reviews and anecdotes from his playing days will be missed. The Australian icon brought the curtain down on his more than five-decade-long journalistic career, penning his last piece on Sunday.

Vettori to abandon Australia mid-Test for IPL

Vettori to abandon Australia mid-Test for IPL

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

The IPL auction will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24-25, clashing with the Perth Test scheduled from November 22.

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Bumrah finished as the leading wicket-taker with an incredible tally though India lost the series 1-3 after the six-wicket defeat in the fifth Test at the SCG

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Jos Buttler joins greats Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara as players who failed to translate their many individual triumphs into success as captains.

Phil Hughes takes over Ricky Ponting's legacy

Phil Hughes takes over Ricky Ponting's legacy

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Australia recalled top order batsman Phillip Hughes to replace the retired Ricky Ponting on Thursday for next week's first match in a three-Test series against Sri Lanka.

Look At The Records Rohit Set In Cuttack

Look At The Records Rohit Set In Cuttack

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Rohit went past Tendulkar, Dravid, Gayle during his knock.

Aus teenager Konstas gets promotion

Aus teenager Konstas gets promotion

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Selectors will likely opt for another batter to cover for all-rounder Green in the India series and possibly an opener if Steve Smith is restored to the number four spot.

Galle Test: Khawaja, Smith hit centuries; Australia dominate

Galle Test: Khawaja, Smith hit centuries; Australia dominate

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Steve Smith became the 15th member of Test cricket's 10,000-run club as he and opener Usman Khawaja smashed hundreds to help Australia rack up 330/2 on the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka.

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

ISL: Jamshedpur edge past Punjab to go into Top 3

ISL: Jamshedpur edge past Punjab to go into Top 3

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Punjab FC will face Bengaluru FC next on February 1, while Jamshedpur FC will host FC Goa on February 2.

Smith, Starc eye milestones during BGT

Smith, Starc eye milestones during BGT

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Smith needs just 315 runs to become the fourth Australian batter after Ricky Ponting (13378), Allan Border (11174), and Steve Waugh (10927) to reach the landmark of 10,000 Test runs.

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

All about IPL 2025 which kicks off on March 22, Saturday.

Ponting predicts CT semis winner... and it's not NZ

Ponting predicts CT semis winner... and it's not NZ

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes South Africa has a slight edge over New Zealand in their Champions Trophy semifinal clash.

IPL 2025: Ponting reveals his '3 non-negotiables' for PBKS

IPL 2025: Ponting reveals his '3 non-negotiables' for PBKS

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Australia great Ricky Ponting revealed that Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, and Yuzvendra Chahal were his top priorities for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 mega auction.

Who will captain Punjab Kings in IPL 2025?

Who will captain Punjab Kings in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Punjab Kings have decided to retain majority of their support staff with fast bowling coach James Hopes likely to be the sole addition for IPL 2025.

'Ancient Mantras In A Global Bed Of Music'

'Ancient Mantras In A Global Bed Of Music'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'It was great to have the Indian roots reflected in full force.'

'Emotions Got To Us'

'Emotions Got To Us'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'I was just doing my gloves when I got the little shoulder charge, but it happens in cricket.'

Trump opens up on his viral moment with Obama

Trump opens up on his viral moment with Obama

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

United States President-elect Donald Trump opened up about the viral moment between him and former President Barack Obama, acknowledging the seemingly warm interaction that was captured during the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, Politico reported.

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets further building on his match fitness, while Abhishek Porel smashed a blistering fifty

'Ricky Ponting is a little bit jaded...'

'Ricky Ponting is a little bit jaded...'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2012

Livid after consecutive losses in the ODI tri-series, Australia coach Mickey Arthur on Saturday said the side and its "jaded" stand-in skipper Ricky Ponting would have to face the consequences if they don't atone for the defeats with an improved performance against India in Brisbane on Sunday.

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

New rules, new captains, but same excitement as two months of cricket extravaganza kicks off in Kolkata.

Ricky, Mongia prop Punjab

Ricky, Mongia prop Punjab

Rediff.com17 Nov 2003

Punjab recoverd from a bad start to score 312 for 3 at close on day 3 of their Ranji Trophy match against UP.

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.

Spotted: Ricky Ponting in Melbourne

Spotted: Ricky Ponting in Melbourne

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Reader Suyog Mahajan spotted Australian captain Ricky Ponting in Melbourne.

Duleep Trophy: Arshdeep's 6 takes India D to victory

Duleep Trophy: Arshdeep's 6 takes India D to victory

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Arshdeep Singh registered career-best figures of 6/40 to help India D outclass India B by 257 runs.

Duleep Trophy: Another duck for Iyer but Samson steals the show

Duleep Trophy: Another duck for Iyer but Samson steals the show

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Shreyas Iyer, aiming to make a comeback to India's Test squad, fell for a second successive duck in the ongoing tournament.

SMAT: Rinku, Vipraj power UP to quarters

SMAT: Rinku, Vipraj power UP to quarters

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

There was no doubt about him getting the player of the match award as Vipraj also was the pick of the bowlers with 2 for 20 with his leg-breaks.

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Scenes?

Bollywood Quiz: Know These Scenes?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Duleep Trophy: India D collapse despite Bhui's heroics

Duleep Trophy: India D collapse despite Bhui's heroics

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Ricky Bhui delayed the inevitable with a stubborn hundred, but spinners Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian eventually brought India D to their knees

Photos: Ricky Ponting walks off into the sunset

Photos: Ricky Ponting walks off into the sunset

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

Ricky Ponting raised both arms to acknowledge the crowd of the WACA Ground and said farewell to cricket.

'He flustered India, there's no doubt about that'

'He flustered India, there's no doubt about that'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri advice to Konstas was to focus on his "strengths".

Why Kohli Is On The Back Foot

Why Kohli Is On The Back Foot

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'He knows that Gabba will be a different wicket where he will get to face a lot of bounce and pace and that back foot game needs to be included in his game.'

Australia coach McDonald accuses India of 'intimidation'

Australia coach McDonald accuses India of 'intimidation'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald accused the Indian team of trying to 'intimidate' young batter Sam Konstas.

Duleep Trophy: Bhui, Shreyas hit half tons for India D

Duleep Trophy: Bhui, Shreyas hit half tons for India D

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Earlier, India B were all out for 282 in their first innings in reply to D's first essay of 349.

Dinesh Mongia, Ravneet Ricky hit centuries

Dinesh Mongia, Ravneet Ricky hit centuries

Rediff.com7 Nov 2003

The duo put Punjab in command against Kerala on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A league match.

This Great Would Love To Bowl To Kohli

This Great Would Love To Bowl To Kohli

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'Would he have dominated during my era or before my era? I think he would.'

ISL: Punjab FC jump to third spot

ISL: Punjab FC jump to third spot

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Punjab FC will face hosts Jamshedpur FC in their next fixture on December 13.

Ishan Kishan gets lifeline

Ishan Kishan gets lifeline

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

The Jharkhand batter is set to be included in the India A squad for Australia tour

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Kohli's clash with Konstas: Did he get off lightly?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Completely acted wrong': Kohli shock as star avoids ban for 'ridiculous' clash with Aussie teen'