News for 'Shastri'

Here's why Shastri sympathises with Shikhar Dhawan

Here's why Shastri sympathises with Shikhar Dhawan

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

'He's vastly experienced. He doesn't get the accolades that he deserves'

'India Will Bounce Back'

'India Will Bounce Back'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'You have to think positive and play positively only then you will get a positive result.'

How Shastri's Iconic Audi Was Restored...

How Shastri's Iconic Audi Was Restored...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

The iconic Audi 100 won by Ravi Shastri at the 1985 World Championship of Cricket in Australia was restored back to its original glory and handed back to the former India captain and coach by Gautam Hari Singhania, chairman and managing director of Raymond, in Mumbai on Friday.

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In her now-deleted post, Mohamed said Sharma is "fat for a sportsman". "Need to lose weight! And of course the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!" she said.

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Rohit aims to bring Champions Trophy to Wankhede

'Country doesn't have fathers': Kangana stirs fresh row

'Country doesn't have fathers': Kangana stirs fresh row

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

It was only last month that Ranaut faced backlash for advocating the return of the three farm laws repealed in 2021.

Where is the brilliance? Shastri blasts 'sloppy' India

Where is the brilliance? Shastri blasts 'sloppy' India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

You need a big upping of the ante when it comes to the fielding if you have to beat big sides in big competitions.'

Hisaab Barabar Review: Sloppy Execution

Hisaab Barabar Review: Sloppy Execution

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

A superficial drama that never rises above its boring sentimentality, notes Mayur Sanap.

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Shiv Shastri Balboa is a sweet dramedy that makes a case for letting seniors live with dignity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Kohli should lead India if Rohit is unavailable: Shastri

Kohli should lead India if Rohit is unavailable: Shastri

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Former head coach Ravi Shastri feels India should look "in the direction" of Virat Kohli to lead the side in a major game, like the WTC final, if skipper Rohit Sharma is unavailable due to "unforeseen circumstances".

Shastri had very little tolerance for failure: Karthik

Shastri had very little tolerance for failure: Karthik

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The Shastri-Kohli tenure was a good one for Indian cricket but often the duo was criticised for not standing by a few players

Kohli, Rohit should quit T20Is; focus on Tests, ODIs: Shastri

Kohli, Rohit should quit T20Is; focus on Tests, ODIs: Shastri

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it is time for stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to concentrate on Tests and ODIs.

When Shastri told Kohli to show Dhoni respect

When Shastri told Kohli to show Dhoni respect

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

'One evening, Ravi called him and said, 'Look, Virat, MS gave it (the captaincy) to you in red-ball cricket. You have to respect him. He will give it to you in limited-overs cricket, too, when the time is right. Unless you respect him now, tomorrow when you are the captain, you won't get the respect from your team'.'

Celebrate Ravi Shastri As He Turns 60!

Celebrate Ravi Shastri As He Turns 60!

Rediff.com27 May 2022

As Ravi Shastri turns 60 on May 27, join us in celebrating his landmark birthday and wishing him health, wealth and super success always.

Sitharaman creates history with 8th consecutive budget

Sitharaman creates history with 8th consecutive budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Here are some facts related to the Budget presentation in independent India.

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Harshit Rana's debut as a concussion substitute became a central talking point, overshadowing India's series-clinching 15-run victory and its unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma may just avoid being swayed by the proverbial outside noise and stick to the number six slot for at least the third Test against Australia, starting this weekend.

'Man-management is Shastri's forte'

'Man-management is Shastri's forte'

Rediff.com27 May 2022

'He builds confidence in players. He has the knack of motivating people.' 'A few good words from Ravi and that player will be an altogether different player in minutes.'

Shastri's solution for cricket's scheduling woes...

Shastri's solution for cricket's scheduling woes...

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

As cricket grapples with a massive scheduling problem, former India coach Ravi Shastri has called for reduction in T20 bilateral series, saying franchise cricket can be encouraged instead.

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir finds himself caught between a rock and hard place.

Retirement In Rohit's Body Language?

Retirement In Rohit's Body Language?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'I saw him quite emotional on the field yesterday.' 'That's unusual for us to see Rohit like that.'

'India have every chance of making it a hat-trick'

'India have every chance of making it a hat-trick'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Ravi Shastri is tipping the side he had coached to continue their recent dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

'Game Face On' For Young Turks In Perth

'Game Face On' For Young Turks In Perth

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Can the young trio of Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep leave a mark in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series?

Can Dravid Better Shastri?

Can Dravid Better Shastri?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The tough part about coaching is that you have to trouble the comfortable, and comfort the troubled, observes Sandeep Goyal.

Shastri says cricket in India gives enough exposure

Shastri says cricket in India gives enough exposure

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

"So there's no need [to play in overseas leagues], they're absolutely fine playing IPL cricket and focusing on domestic cricket. We need them to play domestic cricket in India as well," he added.

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

How many captains have done that?: Yuvraj defends Rohit

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Former India batter Yuvraj Singh believes players struggling for form should return to domestic cricket, regardless of their national team stature, amid the debate over Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing Ranji Trophy.

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

If the DMK is able to sustain the momentum until the assembly polls, the AIADMK especially and the PMK and possibly the infant TVK too would find it hard to sign up with the BJP, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

How well do you know these facts about Union Budget?

How well do you know these facts about Union Budget?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1 will present a record eighth consecutive budget that is expected to contain measures to shore up weakening economic growth and ease the burden on the middle class struggling with high prices and stagnant wage growth while being fiscally prudent.

Shastri impressed by Gill's regal style and ethics

Shastri impressed by Gill's regal style and ethics

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Former India women's team captain Anjum Chopra also praised Gill for his impressive rise in white ball cricket.

KL Rahul situation: Ravi Shastri doesn't mince his words

KL Rahul situation: Ravi Shastri doesn't mince his words

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

There has been a lot of talk going around KL Rahul's poor form and ahead of the third Test, former India coach Ravi Shastri opened up on Rahul's struggles.

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'He devoted his entire life for the betterment of Mumbai cricket and cricketers.' 'Even when he left for the Elysian Fields, he was in harness as mentor/advisor to the MCA.' Hemant Kenkre mourns the passing of Mumbai cricket icon Milind Rege.

Travis Head's fitness under scrutiny?

Travis Head's fitness under scrutiny?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Travis Head played down concerns over his fitness after appearing to struggle with a potential groin issue

Shastri comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Shastri comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

'I mean, you can't play four matches on the trot. What are you going to the NCA for, if you are going to come back and then three matches (later) you're back there (NCA).'

46, including 37 kids, drown during holy dip for 'Jivitputrika' festival in Bihar

46, including 37 kids, drown during holy dip for 'Jivitputrika' festival in Bihar

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The incidents occurred in 15 districts of the state during the festival held on Wednesday.

Shastri on why Rahul should keep wickets in WTC final

Shastri on why Rahul should keep wickets in WTC final

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has backed K L Rahul to seal his place as a wicketkeeper-batter for the World Test Championship final against Australia at The Oval in June.

Shastri watches Federer at Wimbledon

Shastri watches Federer at Wimbledon

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

'Great to be back on a sunny day at @Wimbledon.'

Why MI youngster Varma 'impressed' Shastri

Why MI youngster Varma 'impressed' Shastri

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Former India coach Ravi Shastri is hugely impressed with the performance of young Mumbai Indians batter Tilak Varma in IPL 2022.

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

According to ESPNCricinfo, Shubman Gill has also confirmed his availability for Punjab's upcoming Ranji Trophy sixth-round fixture against Karnataka, set to begin on January 23.

MI's prospects brighten with Rohit Sharma's return to form: Shastri

MI's prospects brighten with Rohit Sharma's return to form: Shastri

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Ravi Shastri feels Rohit Sharma's return to form augurs well for five-time champions Mumbai Indians

IPL 2022 Final: Shastri, Gavaskar, Shine Bright

IPL 2022 Final: Shastri, Gavaskar, Shine Bright

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Former India coach Ravi Shastri, looked dapper, in a black kurta and a white stole, at the toss, two days after he turned 60.