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PIX: Dhoni checks in to congratulate Team India

PIX: Dhoni checks in to congratulate Team India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni finally showed up after India wrapped up the Test series against South Africa at his home ground in Ranchi.

Tahir is a good bowler; India will to have play him properly: Tendulkar

Tahir is a good bowler; India will to have play him properly: Tendulkar

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar says South Africa will be a tough challenge for India in the upcoming Test series and marked out Proteas leg-spinner Imran Tahir as the one bowler to watch out for.

1996 World Cup propelled ODI revolution: Tendulkar

1996 World Cup propelled ODI revolution: Tendulkar

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

'Now, we have very different setting including changes in rules with two new balls and the fielding restrictions are very different. But ODI fever started in the 1990s. On-field noticeable changes, early to mid 90s was okay, but from 1996 things changed at rapid pace.'

Kohli lends support to 'honest and committed' De Villiers

Kohli lends support to 'honest and committed' De Villiers

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

The Indian captain described De Villiers, who was criticised for picking and choosing international assignments after announcing his retirement last year, as the "most honest and committed" person.

India favourites but can't take Aussies lightly, warns Tendulkar

India favourites but can't take Aussies lightly, warns Tendulkar

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, on Monday, picked India as the favourites for the upcoming Test series against Australia but warned the hosts that it would be a mistake to take the team from Down Under lightly.

Happy coincidence: Tendulkar, Gayle double tons scored on same day

Happy coincidence: Tendulkar, Gayle double tons scored on same day

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Now, there is another similarity added to the resume of both batsmen. February 24 will be remembered in history as the day when the Indian icon and Gayle hit ODI double tons.

Australia will not win World Cup without Clarke, claims Warne

Australia will not win World Cup without Clarke, claims Warne

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Australia spin legend Shane Warne feels if Michael Clarke is fit he should replace George Bailey in the side.

Sport only recognises on-field performances: Tendulkar

Sport only recognises on-field performances: Tendulkar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

India's batting legend Sachin Tendulkar firmly believes that sport only recognises performance on the field and not the background of an athlete.

World Cup PHOTOS: India fans swarm MCG on Super Sunday!

World Cup PHOTOS: India fans swarm MCG on Super Sunday!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

With hoards of Indian fans storming the Melbourne Cricket Ground, you could be forgiven for mistaking it to be the Eden Gardens. Bouyed by the vociferous crowd, India thrashed South Africa by 130 runs to break their World Cup jinx on Sunday.

'Shame the series has to end on such a low note'

'Shame the series has to end on such a low note'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore, which is captained by India skipper Virat Kohli, said the right decision has been taken.

Take a look at Yuvraj and Tendulkar's Ganpati Bappa!

Take a look at Yuvraj and Tendulkar's Ganpati Bappa!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was one of the first celebrities to wish his followers on social media.

India retains ICC Test Championship mace

India retains ICC Test Championship mace

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

India retained the ICC Test Championship mace and also won a cash award of US$ one million for holding on to the top position in the Test Team rankings on the annual April 1 cut-off date.

'I am impressed with the Indian pace attack, Shami in particular'

'I am impressed with the Indian pace attack, Shami in particular'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

India's pace spearhead Mohammed Shami received the biggest compliment in his two-year international career as one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time Sir Richard Hadlee termed the young seamer's efforts in the ICC Cricket World Cup "particularly impressive".

When Hardik played like ODIs on his Test debut

When Hardik played like ODIs on his Test debut

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Hardik Pandya felt as if he was 'playing an ODI' during his whirlwind half-century in his maiden outing.

'Kohli not in Tendulkar, Dravid's league'

'Kohli not in Tendulkar, Dravid's league'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

Former Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf believes that India captain Virat Kohli is not in the league of legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid.

'Smith paid his penance, needs to be handed captaincy'

'Smith paid his penance, needs to be handed captaincy'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Smith was removed from captaincy due to his involvement in the scandal in 2018

When King Kohli Left MCG Spellbound

When King Kohli Left MCG Spellbound

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

From the 12th over onwards, Virat Kohli hit 67 from his last 29 balls, scoring at a strike rate in excess of 200 to take the match away from Pakistan's grasp in great style.

PIX: Bumrah gets prestigious award

PIX: Bumrah gets prestigious award

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

Bumrah receives Polly Umrigar and Dilip Sardesai awards

Warner's leadership skills are unmatched: Laxman

Warner's leadership skills are unmatched: Laxman

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

David Warner's inputs and influence on the team members makes him an important part of the leadership group at Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Report Card: 10/10 for star all-rounder Bhuvneshwar

Report Card: 10/10 for star all-rounder Bhuvneshwar

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

The top order failed to fire in difficult conditions, but the bowlers stood out, not only performing with the ball but scoring vital runs as well.

'Smith took blame for ball-tampering scandal to save side'

'Smith took blame for ball-tampering scandal to save side'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Steve Smith was suspended for a year along with David Warner and Cameron Bancroft after being indicted in the sandpaper-gate during a Test match against South Africa in Cape Town. Smith was also banned from taking any leadership roles for two years - a suspension which has now expired.

What you do in second half of IPL matters: Royals spinner Shamsi

What you do in second half of IPL matters: Royals spinner Shamsi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Rajasthan Royals are currently not in the top four of the IPL points table but their world No.1 T20 spinner Tabraiz Shamsi believes it won't matter when the COVID-hit league resumes on Sunday as it would be a fresh start for all the teams.

IPL has made Stokes a better cricketer: Botham

IPL has made Stokes a better cricketer: Botham

Rediff.com29 May 2017

English cricket legend Ian Botham said all-rounder Ben Stokes' stint in the recently-concluded tenth edition of the Indian Premier League has turned him into a mature player.

Aus great Chappell recalls brush with racism in cricket

Aus great Chappell recalls brush with racism in cricket

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

Chappell also went on to say that during his playing days, several cricketers were racially abused but they opted to stay silent.

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

As Ashwin plays his 50th Test, Rajneesh Gupta gives us the offie's awesome numbers.

Rohit takes dig at ICC after 'best pull shot poll' tweet

Rohit takes dig at ICC after 'best pull shot poll' tweet

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

India's swashbuckling opener Rohit Sharma took a dig at the ICC on Sunday after his name did not feature in a poll, initiated by the apex body, on who has got the best pull shot in international cricket.

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

'Can Tendulkar recreate the magic of his youth?', asks advertising guru Sandeep Goyal.

Hockey: Men fancy chances against NZ; women set for tough Dutch test in opener

Hockey: Men fancy chances against NZ; women set for tough Dutch test in opener

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

After a dismal eighth place finish in Rio Games, much is expected from the Manpreet-led side.

Numbers Game: K L Rahul joins legends with career-best 158

Numbers Game: K L Rahul joins legends with career-best 158

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Opener KL Rahul's career-best 158 has put India in the driver's seat in the second Test against West Indies at Kingston, Jamaica. The visitors reached a comfortable 358 for on day 2 and lead by a convincing 162 runs after leading the series 1-0. Rahul, who scored his third Test century, has equaled former captain Mohammed Azharuddin's record to convert his first three fifties into hundreds.

Shastri has just ONE word for Dhoni's critics...

Shastri has just ONE word for Dhoni's critics...

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Dhoni's contribution is second to none in Indian cricket, says Ravi Shastri.

Tendulkar turns 46: Fans trend #HappyBirthdaySachin

Tendulkar turns 46: Fans trend #HappyBirthdaySachin

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Here's wishing the 'God of cricket' a very happy birthday.

WC Diary: This Sydney restaurant is offering you a dinner date with Tendulkar!

WC Diary: This Sydney restaurant is offering you a dinner date with Tendulkar!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Around a dozen people sitting on Sachin's table will have the pleasure of mingling with him for half an hour over cocktails and drinks, the organiser said adding that it would be only for a dozen people and has been priced for 3000 Australian Dollars.

Star-studded Australia 'A' squads for India tour

Star-studded Australia 'A' squads for India tour

Rediff.com30 May 2018

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh leads a 14-man squad packed with international experience, a group featuring Alex Carey, Ashton Agar, Peter Handscomb, Head, Jon Holland, Usman Khawaja, Joel Paris, Matthew Renshaw and Chris Tremain.

ICC Awards 2020: Dhoni named captain of ODI and T20I teams of decade

ICC Awards 2020: Dhoni named captain of ODI and T20I teams of decade

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

Indians dominated the limited-over teams by having three and four players in the ODI and T20I respectively

Yuvraj, Kapil to grace Laureus World Sports Awards

Yuvraj, Kapil to grace Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

While Kapil is an academy member of the Laureus World Sports Awards along with Australian cricket legend Steve Waugh, Yuvraj has been invited in role of an ambassador.

India have never lost after scoring 300 in England

India have never lost after scoring 300 in England

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from Day 2 of the India-England Test at Lord's.

'Indian cricket in good hands under Rohit's captaincy'

'Indian cricket in good hands under Rohit's captaincy'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Rohit will take charge as full time India white ball captain in the upcoming series against West Indies

1st WODI: Mithali's fifty in vain as NZ rout India

1st WODI: Mithali's fifty in vain as NZ rout India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Skipper Mithali Raj's well-crafted half-century went in vain as Indian batting flopped once again with the visitors losing the first WODI against New Zealand by 62 runs in Queenstown on Saturday.

Shane Warne has a solution for the Aussies

Shane Warne has a solution for the Aussies

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Australia has a lot of great cricketers and it is time to replace under-fire batting coach Graeme Hick with one of them, said spin legend Shane Warne.

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'Given that they are playing at home and will have full crowd support, India, who are in peak form and whose morale is high, will be the favourites.'