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When Amit Mishra was left depressed

When Amit Mishra was left depressed

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'But I can't say regret. I can say that if I had made my comeback earlier, 3-4 years ago or two years ago, then I could have played more matches and performed better.'

No question in my mind he can: Watson picks Warner's replacement

No question in my mind he can: Watson picks Warner's replacement

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Former Australia player Shane Watson said star all-rounder Cameron Green has all the means to succeed as a Test opener.

Why RCB face a huge challenge against CSK

Why RCB face a huge challenge against CSK

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

RCB will have to tweak their team composition to suit the demands of the Chepauk pitch in their second IPL match against CSK, said Shane Watson.

He's just an absolute weapon: Watson hails Boult's devastating opening spell

He's just an absolute weapon: Watson hails Boult's devastating opening spell

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Trent Boult's skills with the new ball make him a real asset for Rajasthan Royals, former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson said after the fast bowler's devastating opening spell in a six-wicket Indian Premier League (IPL) win over Mumbai Indians.

Watson reunites with Ponting at Delhi Capitals as assistant coach

Watson reunites with Ponting at Delhi Capitals as assistant coach

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

Watson joins the DC coaching staff comprising Ricky Ponting (Head Coach), Pravin Amre (Assistant Coach), Ajit Agarkar (Assistant Coach) and James Hopes (Bowling Coach).

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The eagerly awaited International Masters League (IML) is set to electrify the cricketing world, uniting legendary players from six cricketing powerhouses-India, Sri Lanka, Australia, England, South Africa, and West Indies-for an exhilarating T20 franchise tournament.

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'There were two standout shots: that straight drive for six and then the cover drive for six.'

Turning Point: Watson-Rayudu rescue CSK

Turning Point: Watson-Rayudu rescue CSK

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Curran, who started positively from the outset, then smashed two sixes and as many boundaries off Khaleel Ahmed in the fourth over

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.

'Give Back Rs 27 Cr': Rishabh Pant Trolled Mercilessly

'Give Back Rs 27 Cr': Rishabh Pant Trolled Mercilessly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Memes, angry tweets, and sarcastic jabs poured in, with some calling him a 'fraud' and others even demanding he return the Rs 27 crore paid by the franchise.

Watson returns to India after serving ban

Watson returns to India after serving ban

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Australia's vice-captain, Shane Watson will join the team ahead of the fourth and final Test against India, starting in Delhi from March 22.

Warner's brother slams Watson on Twitter

Warner's brother slams Watson on Twitter

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Australian player David Warner has been put into another controversy after his brother Steven reportedly abused Shane Watson on his Twitter account.

Turning Point: Tripathi drops Watson twice!

Turning Point: Tripathi drops Watson twice!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

On Friday, it was Shane Watson's turn to make the most of the reprieves he got.

Johnson returns; Watson, Bollinger rested

Johnson returns; Watson, Bollinger rested

Rediff.com26 Jan 2010

Left-arm pacer Mitchell Johnson on Tuesday returned to the 13-member Australian squad while Shane Watson and Doug Bollinger were rested for the last two One-Day Internationals against Pakistan in Perth.

Watson unlikely to play in second Test

Watson unlikely to play in second Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2011

Australian allrounder Shane Watson is unlikely to play the second Test against India next week as he returned home to continue rehab on his hamstring injury.

I have a plan for Bumrah, but... : Sam Konstas

I have a plan for Bumrah, but... : Sam Konstas

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Australian Sam Konstas is devising plans to tackle the world's most destructive fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah

India bolstered by this player's return...

India bolstered by this player's return...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Both Morgan and Watson believe Rohit Sharma's team has the necessary firepower to win the title.

Should CSK promote Dhoni up the order?

Should CSK promote Dhoni up the order?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Baffled by Chennai Super Kings's tactics in their clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson said he does not understand why Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to bat lower down the order.

Smith shouldn't lead Australia again: Watson

Smith shouldn't lead Australia again: Watson

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Steve Smith shouldn't captain Australia again as the original skipper Pat Cummins is doing a great job, said former all-rounder Shane Watson.

Watson on why he called it quits

Watson on why he called it quits

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Watson retired from international cricket in 2016 and bid adieu to the Australian Big Bash league last year.

Watson to retire from all forms of cricket?

Watson to retire from all forms of cricket?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

While the Australian all-rounder hasn't made any official announcement, it is learnt that after Chennai Super Kings ended their IPL campaign on Sunday with victory over Kings XI Punjab, the senior player told his teammates about the decision to retire from all forms of cricket.

IML: Sachin rolls back the years, Yuvraj destroys Aus

IML: Sachin rolls back the years, Yuvraj destroys Aus

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

After being invited to bat, India Masters rode on skipper Sachin Tendulkar's 42-run knock before Yuvraj Singh's vintage hitting powered them to a daunting 220 for 7.

The Grand IPL Quiz!

The Grand IPL Quiz!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

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Why Watson believes CSK 'have a great chance' to win IPL

Why Watson believes CSK 'have a great chance' to win IPL

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

The experience and quality of Chennai Super Kings' battle-hardened players should see the team through in the upcoming IPL despite a turbulent build-up caused by multiple COVID-19 cases in the contingent, believes veteran all-rounder Shane Watson.

Revealed! Watson batted with bleeding knee in IPL final

Revealed! Watson batted with bleeding knee in IPL final

Rediff.com14 May 2019

His IPL teammate Harbhajan Singh revealed that the Australian required six stitches after the game.

Relations with Gayle has been very good so far: Watson

Relations with Gayle has been very good so far: Watson

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Shane Watson has said a couple of commercials provided an opportunity to his improving relations with Chris Gayle.

'Watson-styled screaming' latest flavor in Australian dressing room

'Watson-styled screaming' latest flavor in Australian dressing room

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Shane Watson has roared back to his classy best.

Watson back in Australia Test squad

Watson back in Australia Test squad

Rediff.com8 Dec 2008

All-rounder Shane Watson was on Monday recalled to Australia's squad for next week's first Test against South Africa, which also includes off-spinner Jason Krejza subject to his fitness. Wicketkeeper Brad Haddin came in for some special praise from the selectors after his century against New Zealand in Adelaide recently.

Tendulkar, Lara set to turn back the clock in IML showdown

Tendulkar, Lara set to turn back the clock in IML showdown

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

The IML final will be live-telecast on JioHotstar along with Colors Cineplex (SD & HD) and Colors Cineplex Superhits from 7 pm onwards.

We had no answer to Watson's onslaught: Sammy

We had no answer to Watson's onslaught: Sammy

Rediff.com27 Apr 2013

Darren Sammy refused suggestions that Surisers Hyderabad were outplayed by Rajasthan Royals but admitted that they had no answer to the onslaught by Shane Watson, who blasted a 53-ball 98 in his side's win.

I will not interfere: Dhoni's clear message to Gaikwad

I will not interfere: Dhoni's clear message to Gaikwad

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Ruturaj Gaikwad has opened up about the important moment when MS Dhoni handed him the reins ahead of the 2024 IPL season,

It was very difficult to stop Watson: Williamson

It was very difficult to stop Watson: Williamson

Rediff.com28 May 2018

The 36-year-old Watson smashed 11 fours and eight sixes en route to this second hundred of the season as CSK chased down the target of 179 in 18.3 overs in Mumbai on Sunday.

Stats: Watson's world record 15 sixes, 15 fours

Stats: Watson's world record 15 sixes, 15 fours

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

Along with the world record for most sixes in an innings, Shane Watson also erased the mark for most fours, against Bangladesh in the second ODI, says Rajneesh Gupta.

Watson wields his magic willow

Watson wields his magic willow

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

On Tuesday, April 23, night, Shane Watson (96 off 53 balls) went on the rampage against the Sunrisers Hyderabad bowlers.

Razzaq is up there with Pathan, Watson: Akram

Razzaq is up there with Pathan, Watson: Akram

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

Even as the cricketing world goes bonkers over Yusuf Pathan and Shane Watson's all-round abilities, former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram tips Abdul Razzaq to hog the limelight in the forthcoming World Cup.

CA summons Watson to return from CLT20, Clarke pleased

CA summons Watson to return from CLT20, Clarke pleased

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Star all-rounder Shane Watson has been told to early return early from the Champions League Twenty20 by Cricket Australia and skipper Michael Clarke has backed the decision, saying it is in the national team's best interest.

Time is running out for Watson: Border

Time is running out for Watson: Border

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

Former Australian captain Allan Border is extremely critical of senior batsman Shane Watson's inconsistent performance and fears that time might just be running out for the 33-year-old all-rounder, rated as one of the best players of his time.

Watson, Wahab fined for quarter-final spat

Watson, Wahab fined for quarter-final spat

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

Pakistan paceman Wahab Riaz and Australia all-rounder Shane Watson have been fined for over-stepping the mark during their fiery confrontation in Friday's World Cup quarter-final.

A resurgent Watson augurs well for Australia

A resurgent Watson augurs well for Australia

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

For someone who likes to stamp his authority over the opponents, Shane Watson's record has been a bit of a bummer.

A resurgent Watson augurs well for Australia

A resurgent Watson augurs well for Australia

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

For someone who likes to stamp his authority over the opponents, Shane Watson's record has been a bit of a bummer.