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Shoaib Akhtar Rips Into Pakistan Team

Shoaib Akhtar Rips Into Pakistan Team

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Persisting with the same personnel and repeating the same mistakes will yield the same undesired results.'

Woakes returns as England name XI for series opener

Woakes returns as England name XI for series opener

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

England on Wednesday announced their playing XI for the opening Test of the five-match series against India, which will kickstart at Headingley on Friday.

England get Flintoff fillip ahead of 2nd Test

England get Flintoff fillip ahead of 2nd Test

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'It's been a constant thing for us to get some of the greats who are representing England into the environment and helping out.'

Is it breakpoint for Sania-Shoaib?

Is it breakpoint for Sania-Shoaib?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

'Sania and Shoaib both believe that since it's their personal life, they don't wish to make any official statement either separately or jointly. We would appreciate if their privacy is respected.'

Sachin, Sehwag's perfect response to Shoaib Akhtar's taunts

Sachin, Sehwag's perfect response to Shoaib Akhtar's taunts

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Sehwag poked fun at Pakistan's history of losses to India in World Cups.

Actor Dipika Kakar Diagnosed With Tumour

Actor Dipika Kakar Diagnosed With Tumour

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Television actor Shoaib Ibrahim recently shared upsetting news about his wife, actor Dipika Kakar, asking his fans to pray for them.

Kumble slams Jadeja's tactics at Lord's

Kumble slams Jadeja's tactics at Lord's

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Jadeja was taking singles off fourth or fifth ball of each over, but Kumble felt that he could have taken some risk against a few slower bowlers.

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Harry Brook could be in contention to replace Ollie Pope as Ben Stokes' deputy when England travel to Australia this winter.

Bashir hails Eng legend's role in Lord's Test win

Bashir hails Eng legend's role in Lord's Test win

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The delivery, which Siraj played down onto the pitch in front of the crease, spun back and rattled the base of his leg stump, sparking wild celebrations in England camp.

Amidst Rumours, Shoaib Wishes Sania

Amidst Rumours, Shoaib Wishes Sania

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

As tennis star Sania Mirza turned 36 on Tuesday, her husband Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik dropped a special message for her.

Rohit gets big praise from Shoaib Akhtar

Rohit gets big praise from Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Runaway Rohit roars back into form ahead of semis

No surprises in England team for 2nd Test vs India

No surprises in England team for 2nd Test vs India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

England go unchanged at Edgbaston

Sania Reflects On Realities Of Motherhood

Sania Reflects On Realities Of Motherhood

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Even when a husband is seen as 'hands-on,' it's often more like a 75-25 split, not 50-50. That's just the way it's been for generations -- the woman is expected to manage the home and family.'

Don't Sania-Shoaib Look Adorable?

Don't Sania-Shoaib Look Adorable?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Shoaib Malik shared a birthday post for film-maker Farah Khan.

England make one change for Manchester Test

England make one change for Manchester Test

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

England replace Shoaib Bashir with Liam Dawson in playing XI for 4th Test against India

India beware! England get Archer boost for 2nd Test

India beware! England get Archer boost for 2nd Test

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Archer, who has taken 42 wickets in 13 Tests, made his first appearance in a first-class match in four years on Sunday in the County Championship with Sussex.

'Batting is too easy now': KP sparks war of eras

'Batting is too easy now': KP sparks war of eras

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Pietersen's comments on his social media handle came a day after fellow England batter Joe Root overtook Australia great Ricky Ponting to climb to second place in the all-time list of Test run scorers.

Just 2 Indians in history have achieved this at Lord's

Just 2 Indians in history have achieved this at Lord's

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

KL Rahul becomes second India batter after Vengsarkar to score more than one Test ton at Lord's

Shoaib Malik breaks silence on match-fixing allegations

Shoaib Malik breaks silence on match-fixing allegations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

'Falsehoods can harm reputations and create unnecessary confusion. Let's prioritise accuracy and rely on credible sources'

How Gill put India in command of Edgbaston Test

How Gill put India in command of Edgbaston Test

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

After India captain Shubman Gill had scored another masterful century at Edgbaston, India fast bowlers Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj blew away England's top order.

Will Bumrah, Pant be seen in action at Old Trafford?

Will Bumrah, Pant be seen in action at Old Trafford?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant are expected to play in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford starting from July 23.

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

KL Rahul's post after India's painful Lord's Test loss reminded fans that cricket is as much about resilience and learning as it is about results.

Pahalgam attack: India bans Pak PM Sharif's official YouTube channel

Pahalgam attack: India bans Pak PM Sharif's official YouTube channel

Rediff.com3 May 2025

When searched for his account, YouTube displays an error message.

England bring back veteran spinner for 4th India Test

England bring back veteran spinner for 4th India Test

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Left-arm spinner Liam Dawson returned to England Test set up after a gap of eight years, replacing injured Shoaib Bashir in the squad for the fourth Test against India.

PIX: How England Pulled Off A Thriller At Lord's!

PIX: How England Pulled Off A Thriller At Lord's!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

England stayed calm under intense pressure to beat India by 22 runs on a final day of simmering tension and drama in the third Test at Lord's on Monday and move 2-1 up in the series.

PIX: Jadeja's heroics in vain as England win at Lord's

PIX: Jadeja's heroics in vain as England win at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Images from Day 5 of the third Test between England and India at Lord's on Monday.

'Dawson an all-round package, makes England stronger'

'Dawson an all-round package, makes England stronger'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Michael Vaughan believes the inclusion of seasoned left-arm spinner Liam Dawson, who is an "all-round package", has added balance to the English team in the fourth Test against India.

'Jaddu Bhai Told Me To Remember My Dad'

'Jaddu Bhai Told Me To Remember My Dad'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'He told me to remember all the hard work my father has put in to get me here.'

Bashir bags 9 wkts as England rout Zimbabwe by innings

Bashir bags 9 wkts as England rout Zimbabwe by innings

Rediff.com25 May 2025

England trounced Zimbabwe by an innings and 45 runs, with four sessions to spare, in the one-off Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday.

Did Shoaib cheat on Sania while they were married?

Did Shoaib cheat on Sania while they were married?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

India's tennis legend Sania Mirza has been getting a lot of support in Pakistan after Malik's cheating ways come to light.

'Over-rate rules unfair to pace-heavy attacks'

'Over-rate rules unfair to pace-heavy attacks'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The over rate regulations must be modified according to the playing conditions in different continents, England Test captain Ben Stokes said on Tuesday, arguing that current rules unfairly penalise pace-heavy attacks.

England forced to rethink strategy ahead of Lord's Test

England forced to rethink strategy ahead of Lord's Test

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Besides the surface, the behaviour of the Dukes has also come under scanner with the softer ball hardly offering anything to the bowlers.

An Image For The Ages: When Stokes Hugged Jadeja

An Image For The Ages: When Stokes Hugged Jadeja

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

It was a day where cricket wasn't just about the result, but about character, spirit, and moments that transcend rivalry -- a Lord's classic remembered not just for its edge-of-seat drama, but for its heart.

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Smith, Brook slam tons but Siraj gives India big lead

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

India finished day three of the second Test on 64/1 to lead England by 244 runs after they dismissed the hosts for 407 in the first innings at Edgbaston on Friday.

India vs England: Mark Wood to replace Shoaib Bashir for Rajkot Test

India vs England: Mark Wood to replace Shoaib Bashir for Rajkot Test

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

England Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday named the playing eleven for the third Test match against India in Rajkot, with pacer Mark Wood replacing Shoaib Bashir in the playing squad.

Gambhir doffs his hat to 'extraordinary' Jaddu Bhai

Gambhir doffs his hat to 'extraordinary' Jaddu Bhai

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The 36-year-old all-rounder once again rose to the occasion, batting with remarkable patience, steel and a fierce will to fight. Partnering first with Jasprit Bumrah and then Mohammed Siraj, Jadeja weathered thunderbolts and mind games. His 61 not out off 181 balls, spread over nearly five hours, brought India within 22 agonising runs of victory.

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'...I thought Test cricket was gone. To be back involved is really cool and I've got to try and enjoy each day that I get.'

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

True to form, Pant brought up his seventh Test hundred in the most Pant-esque way possible, with a soaring one-handed six off Shoaib Bashir. A

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The Instagram accounts of leading current and former Pakistani cricketers were blocked in India on Friday.

'Jadeja's job was to win the match, not take singles': Chappell

'Jadeja's job was to win the match, not take singles': Chappell

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Greg Chappell said that the Indian management should have sent a clear message to Ravindra Jadeja to hit boundaries and go for the win instead of looking to play out time, during the third Test against England at Lord's.