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Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Aiden Markram held on to three crucial catches, while Miller had the big fish.

Second batch of 12 S African cheetahs may reach MP's Kuno this month

Second batch of 12 S African cheetahs may reach MP's Kuno this month

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Discussions with South African authorities to translocate 12 cheetahs to Kuno are at an advanced stage

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill has not just scored a double hundred; he's rewritten the record books.

IPL 2024: Klusener joins LSG as assistant coach

IPL 2024: Klusener joins LSG as assistant coach

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Lucknow Super Giants signed former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener as their assistant coach for IPL 2024.

Flawless Morocco qualify for FIFA World Cup

Flawless Morocco qualify for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Meanwhile, Egypt and South Africa also took significant steps towards following the Atlas Lions, moving closer to featuring in the marquee event, which will be played across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

How Kohli's exit changed Williamson's Test outlook

How Kohli's exit changed Williamson's Test outlook

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

New Black Caps coach Rob Walter confirmed that Williamson is still committed to representing New Zealand, even though he opted out of the upcoming Test tour of Zimbabwe.

SA crushed by scoreboard pressure, Markram admits

SA crushed by scoreboard pressure, Markram admits

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

The Proteas were in the hunt but in the end, fell just short in a chase of 176.

Cheetah deaths: African experts tell Indian govt to...

Cheetah deaths: African experts tell Indian govt to...

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Younger cheetahs that are habituated to management vehicles and human presence are preferred candidates for relocation to India, international experts involved in Project Cheetah have told the government based on lessons learnt from the initial experience in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park.

Surya not concerned about challenging surfaces in SA

Surya not concerned about challenging surfaces in SA

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'There are a lot of players who have been performing well even before him, so there is a routine or process that I think that the management has come up with, so it is important to follow that. He has been performing consistently well, so I believe his time will come soon.'

We left too much to do: Bavuma reflects on semis exit

We left too much to do: Bavuma reflects on semis exit

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Despite a promising start led by Temba Bavuma and Rassie van der Dussen, the Proteas' middle order crumbled under pressure, leaving their chase of 362 out of reach.

'No reason why there shouldn't be SA20 women's league'

'No reason why there shouldn't be SA20 women's league'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

South African legend AB de Villiers has mooted the idea of a women's SA20 league, as the success of the men's version across the three editions has given them a "model and recipe" to follow.

Fulton banks on experience as India target Asia Cup, WC spot

Fulton banks on experience as India target Asia Cup, WC spot

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'We haven't won the tournament for a while and the objective is to be No.1 in Asia and we will be pushing hard for the next 10 days.'

Rodriguez shines in stunning I-League debut

Rodriguez shines in stunning I-League debut

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Colombia's Luis Rodriguez made a memorable I-League debut, scoring an injury-time goal to secure a dramatic 1-1 draw for Aizawl FC against leaders Churchill Brothers.

PIX: Old Friends, New Colours... And Kohli Mania

PIX: Old Friends, New Colours... And Kohli Mania

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

With new rivalries, fresh team colours, and familiar faces reunited, this isn't just the start of a new season-it's a blockbuster waiting to unfold.

Ashwani Kumar's 'quicker than you think'

Ashwani Kumar's 'quicker than you think'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians' fast bowler Ashwani Kumar, who took four wickets on his IPL debut, has been praised by teammate Ryan Rickelton for his pace and ability to swing the new ball.

Reset your mind: De Villiers' advice to struggling Kohli

Reset your mind: De Villiers' advice to struggling Kohli

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli's former Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate AB de Villiers has advised the struggling Indian batter to "reset" his mind

Lyon has more complete game than Ashwin: Paul Adams

Lyon has more complete game than Ashwin: Paul Adams

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

"I think he (Shami) will be a major miss for India, given the Australian conditions. The pace and bouncy wickets in Australia would have helped India in gaining an upper hand if Shami had been in the squad but that's not in the selector's hand as he is recovering, but I think he will be missed," Adams said.

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 8s Group 2 match between South Africa and England at Gros Islet, St Lucia, on Friday.

Morkel's Indian Food Craving: A Surprise!

Morkel's Indian Food Craving: A Surprise!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Morne Morkel, has revealed his newfound love for Indian cuisine, particularly dosas and murgh malai chicken.

Tilak Varma Joins Elite Club

Tilak Varma Joins Elite Club

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

India batter Tilak Varma on Friday achieved a historic feat during the fourth and final match against South Africa in Johannesburg.

Steve Smith's surprise comeback has a NYC twist

Steve Smith's surprise comeback has a NYC twist

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Instead of waiting for the injury to heal by itself, he decided to hit the "baseball cage" in New York, where he owns an apartment.

'Deserved': Kohli hails Patidar's appointment

'Deserved': Kohli hails Patidar's appointment

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli has expressed his full support for Rajat Patidar as the new captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), praising Patidar's consistency and discipline.

MI's Corbin Bosch suspended from Pakistan Super League

MI's Corbin Bosch suspended from Pakistan Super League

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

As the PSL coincided with the Indian Premier League (IPL) this season, Bosch opted out of the PSL, leading the PCB to issue him a legal notice for an alleged contract violation.

Dhoni's honest assessment of CSK's faltering campaign

Dhoni's honest assessment of CSK's faltering campaign

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'...154 wasn't a justifiable score. It wasn't turning a lot, may be a little two-paced but nothing out of the ordinary.'

Nissanka leads Sri Lanka fight back

Nissanka leads Sri Lanka fight back

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Nissanka had featured in a 41-run opening partnership with Dimuth Karunaratne, who scored 20 before being undone by a rising delivery from Kagiso Rabada that forced an edge behind to wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne.

Arshdeep named ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year

Arshdeep named ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Arshdeep Singh starred as India ended their wait for a major ICC trophy win with victory in the T20 World Cup last year.

South Africa promises 'secure bio-bubble' for Team India

South Africa promises 'secure bio-bubble' for Team India

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

South Africa's foreign ministry has said that a 'full bio-secure environment' will be created for the Indian cricket team when it lands in Johannesburg for a highly-anticipated series next month

'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'His campaign reached into every community, every constituency, with a unifying platform of affordability.' 'Zohran began by listening to Trump supporters and brought many of them to his side because they too care about affordability.' 'Care for the poor is a tenet of every faith; this is the best platform to unite us.'

South Africa battle 'chokers' curse vs mighty Aussies

South Africa battle 'chokers' curse vs mighty Aussies

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

'As a South African team, we know we're going to have that chip on our back, or that narrative that we have to get over'

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The Proteas began on a convincing note with the bat and remained safe at 29 for no loss at the lunch break.

Australia unkeen to host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Australia unkeen to host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Australia unlikely to bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games

IPL stars in SA20? Cricket legend fuels speculation

IPL stars in SA20? Cricket legend fuels speculation

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

South African pace bowling legend Allan Donald has hinted at the possibility of two new franchises joining the SA20 league in the near future.

'Ancient Mantras In A Global Bed Of Music'

'Ancient Mantras In A Global Bed Of Music'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'It was great to have the Indian roots reflected in full force.'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

Big names out! SA's surprising squad for tri-series

Big names out! SA's surprising squad for tri-series

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Six uncapped players named in South Africa ODI squad

India enforce follow-on, Luus ton lifts SA on Day 3

India enforce follow-on, Luus ton lifts SA on Day 3

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Wolvaardt and Luus joined forces to push the hosts on the backfoot.

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Jacques Kallis remarked that the Proteas players should stick to their roles during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Rediff.com12 May 2025

As he closes the most revered chapter of his career, here are some of his best Test knocks:

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In a rare moment of candour, de Villiers admitted that Kohli had ignored him for months last year, after what he calls a "blunder" involving the Indian cricketer's private life.

Ex-Pak coach Gillespie slams successor Javed as 'clown'

Ex-Pak coach Gillespie slams successor Javed as 'clown'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Former Pakistan Test coach Jason Gillespie labelled his successor Aaqib Javed a 'clown' and accused the former fast bowler of undermining him and ex-white-ball coach Gary Kirsten.