Former England all-rounder Samit Patel has called for patience and support for Indian teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his immense talent and the need for Indian cricket to nurture him without undue pressure.
Former England all-rounder Samit Patel has lauded Joe Root's exceptional hunger for runs and remarkable longevity, stating it would be an "unbelievable" achievement if Root surpasses Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most runs in Test cricket. Patel highlighted Root's determination as he closes in on Tendulkar's all-time Test record of 15,921 runs, with Root currently at 14,278 runs as of 2026. Patel also praised young England captain Harry Brook as an exciting talent.
Former England all-rounder Samit Patel lauded Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, highlighting Kohli's mastery in run chases and Rohit's explosive batting and leadership. Patel also shared his 'Fab Four' picks and predicted semi-finalists for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
India internationals KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna have been named in Karnataka's squad for their Ranji Trophy season opener against Andhra. Rahul is expected to play to prepare for the New Zealand Test tour, while Prasidh's participation is uncertain due to injury. The squad, led by Ravichandran Smaran, also sees a new coaching staff and a new sponsorship deal for Karnataka teams.
'Today, even the greatest artistes are guided by monetary impulses. For Hrishida, relationships mattered the most.'
'The first thing is to make an approximate calculation about how many people are actually offended by the content and then only move forward with a decision.'
Arjun Tendulkar dismisses Samit Dravid, repeats father's 22-year-old feat
Tamannaah Bhatia, who had just finished walking for Designer Bhumika Sharma, was looking breathtaking!
The second four-day match will start from October 7 at Chepauk, hence Samit has another week to recover from the knee injury.
Samit Dravid, son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, was picked in the India Under-19 squad for the multi-format series against Australia.
Rahul Dravid's son, Samit, expressed his excitement and gratitude after being selected for the India Under-19 team for their upcoming series against Australia.
Rahul Dravid's son Samit evoked comparisons with his legendary father after hitting a massive six during the Maharaja Trophy T20 match in Bengaluru on Friday.
Unlike his dad who made the No. 3 spot his own, Samit, batting at No. 5, forged a partnership with Karthikeya KP, contributing to an impressive 233-run stand for the fourth wicket.
Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela have patented a fully automated system that uses thermal imaging and gait recognition to detect unauthorised access in large buildings, offering a next-generation security solution.
The Allahabad high Court has put a hold on an FIR order against several policemen, including former Sambhal circle officer Anuj Kumar Chaudhary, regarding an alleged firing incident, pending further hearing.
Batting first, Australia scored 184 in 49.4 overs with right-arm leg-break bowler Mohamed Enaan taking 4 for 32 in 10 overs.
KSCA T20 auction saw Indian international batter Devdutt Padikkal lead the charts as the most expensive player of the day,
Anvay Dravid, a top-order batter-cum-wicketkeeper, has been named in Team C of the BCCI's Under-19 One-Day Challenger Trophy.
'The kids are already used to this place. We go back and that's a different environment.' 'So, mentally, emotionally we are stressed.'
Indian batting legend Rahul Dravid's son Samit seems to be following in his illustrious father's footsteps with consistent performances with the bat in age group cricket. The in-form Samit Dravid scored a brilliant 201 in the Karnataka State Cricket Association's Under-14 inter-zonal tournament in Bengaluru.
Few people have left the kind of imprint on India's advertising canvas as Piyush Pandey. An observer who seemed to know what made the country tick, a man who could find humour in life's everyday struggles and spin magic from it, one who understood that to reach the masses you needed to communicate with them in their language and context -- he was all of this and more.
Jamshedpur FC edged out Nepal's Tribhuvan Army FC (TAFC) 3-2 in a five-goal thriller in a Group C match of the 134th Durand Cup football tournament in Jamshedpur on Thursday.
Wicketkeeper-batter Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid, was named in the Karnataka probable list of players for the Under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy.
Rahul Dravid's younger son, Anvay, has followed in his father's footsteps by making a significant impact in the KSCA Under-16 Inter-Zonal tournament.
Samit Dravid looks set to follow in the footsteps of his famous father, Rahul.
Fantasy novelist Samit Basu encounters Ra.One. Exclusive to Rediff.com
Samit Dravid, son of former India head coach and captain Rahul Dravid, was on Thursday roped in by Mysuru Warriors during the player auction
'I am glad Aranyer Din Ratri is being shown at Cannes.' 'The film was better appreciated outside India even when released originally.'
A tete-a-tete with 23-year old novelist of the Gameworld trilogy.
Left-arm spinner Samit Patel took five for 41 and scored 31 runs to lead England to a 126-run victory over South Africa in the third one-day international at the Oval on Friday. His all-round efforts and an unbeaten 78 from Andrew Flintoff from 77 balls enabled England to clinch the five-match series 3-0.
For all its flaws, Agni is a clutter-breaking film, and its portrayal of the lives of firefighters is a case of better late than never, observes Deepa Gahlot.
'When India opened its doors to the world, moving away from an agrarian to a market economy, everything, whether life or love, was commodified.'
'We were the best team in Asia at one point. Today, we are barely in the reckoning for the Davis Cup.' 'Players now, especially this decade, lack perseverance.'
Batting at No. 4 Anvay remained unbeaten on 100 off 153 balls, striking 10 fours and two sixes
England's left-arm spinner Samit Patel has admitted that on-field verbal duels with Indian players have continued from the last series.
England all-rounder Samit Patel is confident that the likes of skipper Alastair Cook, Kevin Pietersen and Ian Bell have the ability to hit big hundreds and also save the first Test against India at Moreta.
'Unless a comedian is involved in something society deems unforgivable...'
It has been close to a decade since a BCCI tournament scorecard featured two of Indian cricket's greatest names -- Virender Sehwag and Rahul Dravid.
Gaikwad's stellar performance played an important role in guiding CSK to victory
'Unfortunately, I can't bring the boys up here, it is a bit too risky walking on those stones.'
