News for 'Shikhar'

Suryakumar closes in on top spot in ICC T20I rankings

Suryakumar closes in on top spot in ICC T20I rankings

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Suryakumar Yadav, who scored a 44-ball 76 in the third T20 International against the West Indies on Tuesday, moved within two rating points of top-ranked Pakistan captain Babar Azam.

We have got a title winning squad: Punjab Kings skip Mayank

We have got a title winning squad: Punjab Kings skip Mayank

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Mayank Agarwal believes that the franchise has built a title-winning squad for the IPL beginning March 26.

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Move over Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Mumbai has a new entertainment venue that will rival many a global address.

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen revealed that spinner Rashid Khan is worried about the situation in Afghanistan and he is not able to get his family out of the country.

Fearless India look to carry T20 template into ODIs

Fearless India look to carry T20 template into ODIs

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

'For us, the aim is to understand white-ball cricket, how to play, new guys are playing. 50 over is an extension of T20. Maybe you take less risk in ODIs as compared to T20 cricket but you have to take it.'

'India needs to decide whether KL Rahul is opener or middle-order batter'

'India needs to decide whether KL Rahul is opener or middle-order batter'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

It is not certain whether KL Rahul opening the batting will work for the team in the future.

Play-offs at stake as DC and PBKS clash in must-win game

Play-offs at stake as DC and PBKS clash in must-win game

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Punjab are seventh on the points table with 12 points. The Capitals also have a dozen points and are fifth

How Dhawan worked on improving his strike-rate...

How Dhawan worked on improving his strike-rate...

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

Dhawan smashed a match-winning 92 off 49 balls against Punjab Kings

Wishes pour in as 'Gabbar' Dhawan turns 35

Wishes pour in as 'Gabbar' Dhawan turns 35

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Suresh Raina and Yusuf Pathan also wished their former India teammate.

It's perform or perish for Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings

It's perform or perish for Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Winless after four games, Mumbai Indians will be desperate to reverse the trend when they face Punjab Kings in the IPL 2022 match in Pune on Wednesday.

Dhawan returns as India eye series sweep vs WI

Dhawan returns as India eye series sweep vs WI

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The returning Shikhar Dhawan will add more firepower to a ruthless India, who are faced with the problem of plenty, as they eye a clean sweep of West Indies in an inconsequential third and final ODI in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Is Pant a better option in the middle-order or as opener?

Is Pant a better option in the middle-order or as opener?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

India have uncapped players like pacer Avesh Khan, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi in the squad and Rathour said the focus is more on winning the series than giving chance to the youngsters.

IPL: Will Kohli bounce back to form against Punjab Kings?

IPL: Will Kohli bounce back to form against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore, who have found much-needed momentum towards the business end of IPL 2022, will back themselves to ride past an inconsistent Punjab Kings and get closer to a play-off spot.

Ashwin refuses to dance with Dhawan

Ashwin refuses to dance with Dhawan

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Following Ashwin's refusal, Delhi Capitals have launched a petition on Twitter to get Ashwin to perform on the song with Shikhar.

'Let's all pray for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery'

'Let's all pray for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Rishabh Pant was hospitalised following a major car crash on Friday.

Should India give Kohli a break?

Should India give Kohli a break?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the third ODI against the West Indies?

Vote! Who will win the Final T20I?

Vote! Who will win the Final T20I?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The third and the final T20 game between India and Sri Lanka will be played at the R Premadasa stadium in Colombo starting 1900 IST today.

Shreyas is latest, but Sehwag tops!

Shreyas is latest, but Sehwag tops!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

16 Indian batters have scored a century on Test debut. Many did not score a hundred again in their Test careers. Rajneesh Gupta's fascinating facts on the members of the elite club of debutant centurions.

IPL Preview: Running out of time, Punjab face GT

IPL Preview: Running out of time, Punjab face GT

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Gujarat are clearly the team to beat in the competition having won eight out of nine games.

Six captains in eight months wasn't planned: Dravid

Six captains in eight months wasn't planned: Dravid

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Dravid took over, India have had Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya as national captains

India to tour Sri Lanka in July for white-ball series

India to tour Sri Lanka in July for white-ball series

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

It will be a rare occasion when two India squads will be playing in different countries at the same time. The Virat Kohli-led side will be preparing for the five-match Test series against England at the same time.

Vote! Who will win the first T20I??

Vote! Who will win the first T20I??

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

The first of the three T20I games between India and Sri Lanka will be played at the R Premadasa stadium in Colombo starting 1900 IST today.

'You don't ask for rest during IPL'

'You don't ask for rest during IPL'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

'Then, why ask for it while playing for India?'

IPL Poll: DC vs MI: Who will win?

IPL Poll: DC vs MI: Who will win?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Game 13 in IPL 2021 will see the Delhi Capitals take on the Mumbai Indians at Chennai.

Kohli sustains groin strain; set to miss 1st ODI vs England

Kohli sustains groin strain; set to miss 1st ODI vs England

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

Out-of-form batter Virat Kohli is likely to miss the first ODI against England at the Oval on Tuesday after sustaining a groin strain during the third and final T20 International.

Chetan Sharma-led senior national selection committee sacked

Chetan Sharma-led senior national selection committee sacked

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

In December 2020, the Madan Lal-led Cricket Advisory committee had named Chetan Sharma, Abey Kuruvilla and Debashish Mohanty as the new members of senior selection committee.

Punjab Kings aim to stifle in-form Lucknow captain Rahul

Punjab Kings aim to stifle in-form Lucknow captain Rahul

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Punjab Kings would be keen to put brakes on Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul's rollicking batting form during their IPL 2022 match on Friday.

India's big guns face the heat in must-win 2nd ODI

India's big guns face the heat in must-win 2nd ODI

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Trying to pick up pieces after a demoralising defeat, India's decorated top-order will be desperate to change the narrative and give a better account of itself in the do-or-die second ODI against Bangladesh.

Travel Quiz: How Well Do You Know India?

Travel Quiz: How Well Do You Know India?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

If you consider yourself a passionate India traveller, have a go at this quiz on fallen-off-the-map places to visit in our country.

The Only Thing Aparshakti Wants To Change In His Life

The Only Thing Aparshakti Wants To Change In His Life

Rediff.com3 May 2023

'Much as I feel on top of the world after being a part of a special series like Jubilee, I would say my biggest achievement so far has been spreading happiness around.'

COVID-hit Gaikwad recovers, out of isolation

COVID-hit Gaikwad recovers, out of isolation

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Ruturaj hasn't been included in the T20 squad and, in all likelihood, will now turn out for his home state in the upcoming Ranji Trophy.

Top Performers: Delhi's Spin Trio

Top Performers: Delhi's Spin Trio

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

It was a spirited performance from the Delhi Capitals bowlers as they rallied their team to a thumping nine wicket victory against Punjab Kings at the Brabourne stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Team India arrive in Pune for ODIs

Team India arrive in Pune for ODIs

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Virat Kohli and Co. arrived in Pune by a chartered flight from Ahmedabad at around 4.45 PM

Team India's day out

Team India's day out

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

K L Rahul introduced us to the 'back benchers' of the Indian team posting a picture of Hardik Pandya, Mayank and him occupying the rear seats of the team bus.

DC-PBKS: Top Performer: Lord Thakur Comes Good

DC-PBKS: Top Performer: Lord Thakur Comes Good

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Medium pace all-rounder Thakur, popularly known as 'Lord Thakur' on social media, was bought by the Delhi Capitals for Rs 10.75 crore (Rs 107.5 million), but had struggled to make an impact with the ball so far. He made it count right when it mattered in a must-win game.

Dhawan wants to play for 'next three years at least'

Dhawan wants to play for 'next three years at least'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'My focus is about the journey and not the destination, it is more about how I am refining myself as a cricketer and how consistently am I performing and as a leader, how am I growing.'

Shahbaz, Shreyas in T20I squad for SA series

Shahbaz, Shreyas in T20I squad for SA series

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Recovering Shami not included

Talent or Favouritism? The curious case of KL Rahul!

Talent or Favouritism? The curious case of KL Rahul!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

KL Rahul has been undergoing a lean patch, but his place in the Indian line-up isn't under any threat. Is it favouritism or talent?

IPL PIX: COVID-stricken Delhi Capitals thrash Punjab

IPL PIX: COVID-stricken Delhi Capitals thrash Punjab

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Delhi Capitals showed remarkable resilience to overcome the COVID-19 crisis in their camp and hand Punjab Kings a nine-wicket thrashing in the Indian Premier League match at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Lockdown files: Dhawan shows fans flute-playing skills

Lockdown files: Dhawan shows fans flute-playing skills

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Dhawan has been enjoying the enforced downtime with his family, spending plenty of time particularly with his son Zoravar, dancing and boxing to kill the boredom.