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'Lives more important than...' Kapil reacts to stampede

'Lives more important than...' Kapil reacts to stampede

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The legendary Kapil Dev on Thursday expressed his anguish at the death of 11 fans during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations, saying "lives are more important than celebration" and advised everyone to take proper precautions in future.

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Former Rajasthan Royals' captain and coach Rahul Dravid spent five seasons with the franchise from 2011 to 2015.

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar expressed solidarity with the families of those killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Ahead of the mini-auction, scheduled to be held in Doha on December 26, the 10 franchises have released their list of retained and released players.

Arshdeep eager to help create legacy for Punjab Kings

Arshdeep eager to help create legacy for Punjab Kings

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Arshdeep spoke on handling pressure, saying that he feels good to be trusted by his team during pressure situations, and the responsibility is enjoyed.

Navi Mumbai to host five women's ODI World Cup matches

Navi Mumbai to host five women's ODI World Cup matches

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The other venues for the eight-team tournament include Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam and Colombo.

SKY Greater Than AB In T20s?

SKY Greater Than AB In T20s?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Has Suryakumar Yadav eclipsed the legendary A B de Villiers in the T20 format?

India may reassess spin strategy in World Cup opener

India may reassess spin strategy in World Cup opener

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

In the spin department, while seasoned campaigner Deepti Sharma is an automatic choice, it remains to be seen whether India go with both Radha Yadav and Sneh Rana or opt for either one of them.

Bengaluru Stampede: Activist files police complaint against Virat Kohli

Bengaluru Stampede: Activist files police complaint against Virat Kohli

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

A formal complaint has been lodged against Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star batter Virat Kohli Cubbon Park Police Station in Bengaluru on Friday by social activist H M Venkatesh.

WPL can do for women what IPL has for male cricketers: Mandhana

WPL can do for women what IPL has for male cricketers: Mandhana

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Mandhana had led RCB to the WPL triumph last year, the team's first title in franchise cricket.

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'Right now, India is in a very privileged place where they have such a good assortment of cricketers across skill sets.'

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are not too worried about their opening match defeat in the Indian Premier League and are hoping to bounce back in their clash against Rajasthan Royals.

WTC Final: Can South Africa end their ICC curse?

WTC Final: Can South Africa end their ICC curse?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Markram hopes a run of sporting trophy droughts broken in 2025 rings true at the World Test Championship 2025 Final, with the Proteas taking on defending champions Australia from June 11.

Can Upton toughen up Indian hockey team?

Can Upton toughen up Indian hockey team?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Upton, who was a part of the support staff under head coach Gary Kirsten during India's 2011 Cricket World Cup-winning campaign, is currently associated with the national men's hockey team at the ongoing Asia Cup in Rajgir, Bihar.

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Dhoni himself addressed the retirement rumours in a latest podcast after speculation of his retirement from IPL intensified, when his parents Pan Singh and Devaki Devi were seen at Chepauk for CSK's match against Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'The more number of times you reach the playoffs, the probability of winning the championship is quite near.'

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

I was never a believer in road shows, lives of people far more important: Gautam Gambhir

Kohli will play for India at LA 2028 Olympics if...

Kohli will play for India at LA 2028 Olympics if...

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli said international T20 leagues around the world had played a big role in elevating the profile of cricket and ensuring it was showcased at the Olympic Games.

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals would be banking on their near-perfect combinations in almost all departments of the game to put up another commanding performance when they take on a strong Punjab Kings.

IPL 2024: Kohli back in India; set to join RCB camp!

IPL 2024: Kohli back in India; set to join RCB camp!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Virat Kohli is set to join his franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore's training camp ahead of IPL 2024.

No show-sha baaji: Gavaskar wants IPL to tone down

No show-sha baaji: Gavaskar wants IPL to tone down

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'No dancing girls, nothing. Just cricket. That would be a really respectful way to honour the sentiment of those who are grieving.'

'Kohli's longevity connected to fitness'

'Kohli's longevity connected to fitness'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'He's amazing, he trains hard, he's very fit.'

Will data science prove to be the game-changer in IPL 2025?

Will data science prove to be the game-changer in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Mo Bobat, Director of Cricket at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, spoke about how one should be interpreting data and what should be used from the heap that is available currently in the cricketing ecosystem.

Ton-man Jurel '100 per cent ready to grab opportunities'

Ton-man Jurel '100 per cent ready to grab opportunities'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'It's about the huge privilege even if you are not getting the chance (to play), you are (still getting to be) with the squad. How many get to be with the squad and how many (get to) play Test cricket?'

'IPL Final A Magnet For Cricket Tourism'

'IPL Final A Magnet For Cricket Tourism'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'It's clear that fans are eager to be part of the live stadium experience, reflecting a growing trend of travel driven by marquee sporting events.'

What Kohli Said After RCB's Defeat

What Kohli Said After RCB's Defeat

Rediff.com23 May 2024

'Unfortunately, sport is not a fairytale and our remarkable run in #IPL2024 came to an end.'

When 16 people died during a Kolkata derby in 1980

When 16 people died during a Kolkata derby in 1980

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

On August 16, 1980, the Kolkata football derby between arch rivals Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, played at the Eden Gardens (there was no Salt Lake Stadium then) witnessed a massive clash between the supporters of two teams, leading to 16 deaths.

WPL: Nita Ambani steals the spotlight

WPL: Nita Ambani steals the spotlight

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The Mumbai Indians official social media handle shared a picture of Nita Ambani, sporting the iconic MI jersey, with the caption, 'The illustrious Mrs Nita Ambani is in the house for MI vs RCB.'

Kohli will have to master Chepauk challenge: Harbhajan

Kohli will have to master Chepauk challenge: Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

For the unrelenting run-machine that Virat Kohli has been in the IPL, the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai remains a peak that the Royal Challengers Bangalore batter is yet to scale.

We are ready for the challenge: Padikkal

We are ready for the challenge: Padikkal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Speaking to ANI, sources within the RCB franchise confirmed that Virat and Siraj will be flying out from Manchester in a charter flight on Saturday night and reach Dubai early Sunday morning.

Virat Kohli back in the RCB den!

Virat Kohli back in the RCB den!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

RCB shared pictures of Kohli sporting the new jersey, aptly captioned- 'King in his Kingdom. Virat is back in Chinnaswamy.'

IPL 2024 season-opener registers record-breaking viewership

IPL 2024 season-opener registers record-breaking viewership

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The 17th edition of the Indian Premier League opened to blockbuster viewership numbers with 16.8 crore viewers tuning in to watch the season's first game between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22, the tournament's official broadcaster said on Thursday.

'Gill Will Learn As Captain'

'Gill Will Learn As Captain'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'Nobody comes as a complete captain.'

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid have praised the composure of young batsmen Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL.

'IPL needs a 12-16 week window to match the likes of NFL'

'IPL needs a 12-16 week window to match the likes of NFL'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Indian Premier League needs a 12-16 week operating window to match the brand value of top sporting leagues in the world including the NFL, NBA and the English Premier League, reckons Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman.

Dhoni's first net session teases IPL 2024 spectacle

Dhoni's first net session teases IPL 2024 spectacle

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Dhoni's batting revealed his sharp reflexes as he efficiently dug out a yorker.

Torrent Group acquires 67% stake in Gujarat Titans

Torrent Group acquires 67% stake in Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Ahmedabad-based Torrent Group has completed the acquisition of a majority 67 percent stake in Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Gujarat Titans.

Renuka: The village girl who became India's star pacer

Renuka: The village girl who became India's star pacer

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Pace sensation Renuka Singh Thakur overcomes obstacles to fulfill her father's dream.

What made Rishabh Pant anxious before IPL auction?

What made Rishabh Pant anxious before IPL auction?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Pant admitted to feeling immense pressure as his name neared the top of the bidding list. He particularly dreaded being picked by the Punjab Kings, who possessed a massive purse.

'Virat Going To Leave India Very Soon'

'Virat Going To Leave India Very Soon'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

'Virat plans to move to London with his children and wife, Anushka Sharma.'