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How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Batting superstar Virat Kohli admitted that the aggressive Australian cricketing environment tested his resilience, but felt that standing up to it while playing a bold brand of cricket toughened his mind and shaped his career path, besides influencing his growth as an individual.

Key contributions that mattered for RCB

Key contributions that mattered for RCB

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

In a video posted by RCB's X handle, Krunal Pandya spoke in the dressing room about two people and crucial moments that turned the tide in their favour.

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

South Africa's long wait for a men's world title - could be written on Saturday. And if they succeed, don't be surprised if 'Lucky Charm de Villiers' trends again.

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In a rare moment of candour, de Villiers admitted that Kohli had ignored him for months last year, after what he calls a "blunder" involving the Indian cricketer's private life.

SRK's pep talk leaves KKR players speechless!

SRK's pep talk leaves KKR players speechless!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

The official Instagram page of Kolkata Knight Riders shared the video of SRK talking to the team members, which is led by new skipper Ajinkya Rahane this season.

Gilchrist-inspired Jitesh talks keeping technique

Gilchrist-inspired Jitesh talks keeping technique

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Jitesh Sharma will be seen in action next when Royal Challengers Bengaluru is scheduled to face Delhi Capitals on Thursday.

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

At 37, the numbers behind his all-format dominance reveal not just longevity but an unmatched hunger for excellence.

Bengaluru stampede: HC saves KSCA officials from arrest

Bengaluru stampede: HC saves KSCA officials from arrest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The Karnataka high court on Friday granted interim protection from arrest to key office bearers of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) in connection with the June 4 stampede outside Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, which left 11 people dead and 56 others injured.

RCB pacer accused of raping minor, faces second FIR

RCB pacer accused of raping minor, faces second FIR

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

IPL side Royal Challengers Bengaluru's under-fire pacer Yash Dayal has been accused of raping a minor in an FIR registered against him by Jaipur Police.

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Mullanpur on Sunday

A Peek Inside RCB's Dressing Room After IPL Glory

A Peek Inside RCB's Dressing Room After IPL Glory

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The victory brought overwhelming joy and relief

SRH's Kishan rues underwhelming season

SRH's Kishan rues underwhelming season

Rediff.com24 May 2025

The left-handed batter, who was later adjudged player of the match, said he had gauged the nature of the Lucknow track once openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head added 54 runs in just four overs.

Anushka's Shocked Reaction to Kohli's Dismissal

Anushka's Shocked Reaction to Kohli's Dismissal

Rediff.com24 May 2025

All eyes in the stands had been on Anushka, who was cheering passionately for Kohli and RCB

Maxwell sharpens bowling with an eye on T20 World Cup

Maxwell sharpens bowling with an eye on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Glenn Maxwell believes his spin bowling could come in handy in the Powerplay during next year's T20 World Cup to be held in India and Sri Lanka.

Amid heartbreak, Priyansh Arya creates IPL history

Amid heartbreak, Priyansh Arya creates IPL history

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings' batter Priyansh Arya scripts massive milestone in IPL 2025 final

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Women's WC matches in Bengaluru face uncertainty, shifting of venue on cards

IPL PIX: Rahul, spinners help DC trump RCB

IPL PIX: Rahul, spinners help DC trump RCB

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in Bengaluru on Thursday.

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

IPL 2025: Opening clash and key dates REVEALED

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 22 with a clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This venue will also host the final match of the season on May 25. Dharamsala and Guwahati will host a couple of IPL matches this year, with Dharamsala serving as the second home venue for Punjab Kings and Guwahati hosting Rajasthan Royals matches in addition to their regular home venue, Jaipur.

Zim pacer Muzarabani replaces Ngidi in RCB squad

Zim pacer Muzarabani replaces Ngidi in RCB squad

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The replacement will be effective from May 26.

Rathi Won't Tick Kohli In His 'Notebook'

Rathi Won't Tick Kohli In His 'Notebook'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Lucknow Super Giants Spinner Digvesh Rathi's unique 'notebook' celebration has caught everyone's attention in IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The complete list of players sold in the IPL 2025 Auction in Jeddah.

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Dhoni has the most real fan base: Harbhajan

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Harbhajan Singh sparked a social media storm with his controversial remarks on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's fan following, drawing comparisons with other cricketers.

11 dead in stampede at RCB's celebration in Bengaluru

11 dead in stampede at RCB's celebration in Bengaluru

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Reports said seven persons were killed, but there was no confirmation of the same.

Banu Mushtaq inaugurates Mysuru Dasara festival amid row

Banu Mushtaq inaugurates Mysuru Dasara festival amid row

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The decision to invite Mushtaq had sparked controversy, with several petitions challenging the Karnataka government's move.

Chepauk pitch is so hard to read: CSK coach Fleming

Chepauk pitch is so hard to read: CSK coach Fleming

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

An exasperated Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said their failure to read the pitch at Chepauk has denied them any home advantage in IPL 2025.

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Preity Zinta, like Punjab Kings, is a fighter. Her disappointment today only adds to the fire for tomorrow. The tears she held back will likely fuel next season's charge. Because if there's one thing the IPL has taught us, it's that passion like hers doesn't fade. It only comes back louder.

Chinnaswamy Stadium unsafe for mass gathering: D'Cunha Commission

Chinnaswamy Stadium unsafe for mass gathering: D'Cunha Commission

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The Justice John Michael D'Cunha Commission, appointed by the Karnataka Government, has deemed Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium "unsuitable and unsafe for mass gathering".

Will Samson be back soon? Here's what coach said..

Will Samson be back soon? Here's what coach said..

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals monitoring Samson's side strain on daily basis: Rahul Dravid

PIX: The Wait Is Over.. RCB Are IPL Champions!

PIX: The Wait Is Over.. RCB Are IPL Champions!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Virat Kohli washed away 18 years of hurt and disappointment, conquering Punjab Kings by six runs to lift their maiden Indian Premier League title.

Hasaranga's Pushpa Celebration!

Hasaranga's Pushpa Celebration!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

After dismissing KKR Skipper Ajinkya Rahane, he came up with the move popularised by Telugu star Allu Arjun in the blockbuster movie Pushpa.

'Whenever Seat Arithmetic Permits, BJP Will Want Its Own Chief Minister'

'Whenever Seat Arithmetic Permits, BJP Will Want Its Own Chief Minister'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'Removing Nitish Kumar prematurely risks unsettling both the alliance balance and parts of the social coalition that delivered this victory.'

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli's nearly two-decade long agonising wait to lay his hands on an IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be up against Shreyas Iyer's resolve to make first-time winners out of the tenacious Punjab Kings.

WPL PIX: Gardner fifty seals GG's dominant win over RCB

WPL PIX: Gardner fifty seals GG's dominant win over RCB

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Ashleigh Gardner led from the front with a blazing 58 off 31 balls as bottom-placed Gujarat Giants snapped their losing streak with a dominant six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru

RCB announces Rs 10 lakh each for families of deceased

RCB announces Rs 10 lakh each for families of deceased

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday announced a financial aid of Rs 10 lakh for the families of the 11 individuals, who lost their lives in the stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

'Crowd broke gates': Shivakumar on Bengaluru stampede

'Crowd broke gates': Shivakumar on Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday said the crowd broke the gates and there was a stampede-like situation near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where a large number of people thronged to participate in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru victory celebrations.

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The report also indicated that Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are unlikely to get a call-up to the T20I squad as the team management might not upset the team's core combination.

'We're happy he finished on a really strong note'

'We're happy he finished on a really strong note'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

'But the ability and calibre -- no one had any doubt about it.'

Patidar, Jitesh, Krunal's Celebratory Dance

Patidar, Jitesh, Krunal's Celebratory Dance

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

As the victorious RCB squad returned to their team hotel in Ahmedabad late Tuesday night, they were welcomed like true champions-with dhol beats, thunderous cheers, and an atmosphere electric with celebration.

Ex-MI, RCB Pacer Mills Joins OnlyFans

Ex-MI, RCB Pacer Mills Joins OnlyFans

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Former Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru Tymal Mills has joined social media platform OnlyFans -- a subscription-based site known for hosting adult content.

Jubilant Suyash ready to celebrate on June 3rd

Jubilant Suyash ready to celebrate on June 3rd

Rediff.com29 May 2025

We have lost battle but not war: Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer