News for 'Spirit of Cricket'

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

England captain Ben Stokes has called for his teammates to 'show a bit of dog' as they look to fight back from two losses in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide from Tuesday.

Modi's Sindoor Remark Goes Viral After India Win

Modi's Sindoor Remark Goes Viral After India Win

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Operation Sindoor on the games field. The outcome is the same - India wins! Congrats to our cricketers,' PM Modi posted on X.

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India begins their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA, aiming to leverage their strong team composition and recent form to secure a victory.

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

'A different man now': Khawaja on fiery McCullum

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Australia batter Usman Khawaja's first run-in with Brendon McCullum, during the 2011 Test series between Australia and New Zealand, was far from pleasant, as per Fox Cricket.

Tharoor on handshake row: We've done it during Kargil

Tharoor on handshake row: We've done it during Kargil

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'On the very day the soldiers were dying for our country, we were playing the World Cup in England against Pakistan. We were shaking their hands even then because the spirit of the game is a different spirit from what goes on between countries, between Armies and so on.'

T20 World Cup: 'Nepal pushed us to the edge'

T20 World Cup: 'Nepal pushed us to the edge'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

England narrowly defeated Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener after a spirited performance from the Nepal team, with England's Harry Brook expressing surprise at Nepal's aggressive approach against Adil Rashid.

A Cricket Legend Turns 80

A Cricket Legend Turns 80

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Has there existed another cricketer who has been hailed as a spinner, fielder, captain, umpire, selector, and above all, a consummate team man, asks K R Nayar.

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Both Suryavanshi and skipper Mhatre are coming into the tournament following a great run of form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

Kohli & Co keep Cricket's Spirit Alive

Kohli & Co keep Cricket's Spirit Alive

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Captain Virat Kohli, Vice-Captain Rohit Sharma, senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and other Indian cricketers interacted with the Scotland players after the T20 World Cup game at the Dubai international cricket stadium on Friday, November 5, 2021.

How spirited Sudharsan made second chance count!

How spirited Sudharsan made second chance count!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Sai Sudharsan was shadow batting on a covered square at Old Trafford on the eve of the fourth Test, an old habit that keeps the top-order batter mentally ready for the next opportunity that comes his way.

'England should focus on themselves...not Spirit of Cricket'

'England should focus on themselves...not Spirit of Cricket'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'For what I think is a pretty common non-event, it does seem like everyone has a pretty strong opinion about it.'

Nepal down Scotland to end 12-year winless run in T20 World Cup

Nepal down Scotland to end 12-year winless run in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Dipendra Singh Airee's quickfire fifty and Sompal Kami's three-wicket haul helped Nepal overpower Scotland to end their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on a high, in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

London Spirit is the Lord's based team participating in England's domestic cricket tournament, The Hundred.

RCB seal WPL final spot by crushing UP Warriorz

RCB seal WPL final spot by crushing UP Warriorz

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Former champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru hammered UP Warriorz by eight wickets to enter the WPL final and virtually knock the opposition out of the playoff race, in Vadodara, on Thursday.

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah's success is carved not just from talent and hard work, but from dreams, faith, and an unshakable spirit.

Bishop on the 'big shift in Indian cricket'

Bishop on the 'big shift in Indian cricket'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'I hope we don't go too far with praising him, but you cannot step back from the fact that tonight was absolutely mind-blowing, otherworldly.'

T20 World Cup: Munsey, Leask power Scotland to big win over Italy

T20 World Cup: Munsey, Leask power Scotland to big win over Italy

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

All-rounder Michael Leask starred with a late cameo and a four-wicket haul after opener George Munsey's attacking fifty as Scotland thrashed debutants Italy by 73 runs.

Pratika Rawal on what made India hard to beat

Pratika Rawal on what made India hard to beat

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Rawal, one of India's standout performers in the tournament, had injured her right foot while fielding in the deep during the 21st over of Bangladesh's innings. The setback ruled her out of the Women's ODI World Cup before the semi-final against Australia, forcing her to miss the knockout matches, including the final.

Hip Hip Hooray For The Mumbaikar Spirit

Hip Hip Hooray For The Mumbaikar Spirit

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

This was the first time I was shooting a victory parade for the Indian cricket team and as a cricket fan this was one of the coolest assignments I have had by far.

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the PCB chief, walked away with the Asia Cup trophy after India refused to take the silverware from his hands.

How Guwahati Welcomed the Women's World Cup Trophy

How Guwahati Welcomed the Women's World Cup Trophy

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Guwahati's cricketing spirit took center stage as it played host to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour

PM Modi hails 'spectacular win' by India's women's team

PM Modi hails 'spectacular win' by India's women's team

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the congratulatory messages, lauding the team's spirit and performance.

No handshake again! India, Pakistan skip pleasantries

No handshake again! India, Pakistan skip pleasantries

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

The tension between India and Pakistan's cricket teams resurfaced once again - this time at the Women's World Cup 2025 in Colombo

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.

Tata Motors to gift latest model to Women in Blue

Tata Motors to gift latest model to Women in Blue

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles is the latest to come forward to honour them as the company has decided to present the team members with the soon-to-be-launched Tata Sierra.

Historic! J&K Register First Ever Ranji Win Over Delhi

Historic! J&K Register First Ever Ranji Win Over Delhi

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

A spirited Jammu and Kashmir, riding on opener Qamran Iqbal's superb hundred, thrashed Delhi by seven wickets.

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League's overall brand value declined by 20 per cent to $9.6 billion in 2025 due to lost momentum in the league caused by tensions between India and Pakistan, and teams adjusting to their squad composition post the auction.

Carey stands firm: 'Not a walker' amid Ashes row

Carey stands firm: 'Not a walker' amid Ashes row

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

He said he might have reviewed the caught-behind decision himself had he been given out -- but not with great confidence.

Sidelined with broken foot but Pant in high spirits!

Sidelined with broken foot but Pant in high spirits!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Broken foot, unbroken in spirit: Pant gives update

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Joe Root contributed a magnificent 160 to England's first-innings tally of 384 but Travis Head drove Australia to 166 for two in response on the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

No Handshake: Pakistan lodges protest against India

No Handshake: Pakistan lodges protest against India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pakistan have lodged a protest with the Asian Cricket Council over the Indian players' refusal to shake hands with them following their Asia Cup match.

'True love survives even on an empty stomach'

'True love survives even on an empty stomach'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Karva Chauth celebrations were in full swing across India, and the wives of cricketers joined in the festivities, sharing glimpses of their special day on social media.

Rashid, Naib Back ACB's Call to Withdraw from Pak Series

Rashid, Naib Back ACB's Call to Withdraw from Pak Series

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'The killing of players and civilians is not honour -- it is the deepest disgrace. Long live Afghanistan.' Afghan Cricketers Unite Behind ACB After Fatal Airstrike.

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram' was the overriding theme of the ceremonial event held at the Vijay Chowk and presided over by President Droupadi Murmu, who arrived at the venue in a traditional buggy to the sound of bugles, adding a ceremonial grace to the occasion.

Ladki Wale! Team-mates Groove At Smriti's Haldi

Ladki Wale! Team-mates Groove At Smriti's Haldi

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Smriti Mandhana's haldi ceremony transformed into a lively gathering filled with colour, laughter and camaraderie, as her Team India mates joined her to mark the special occasion.

Will Perth Pounding Force England To Ditch Bazball Blueprint?

Will Perth Pounding Force England To Ditch Bazball Blueprint?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

England have not won the Ashes in Australia after losing the first Test since the 1950s but McCullum and Stokes will remain convinced they can turn the series around, just as they did against South Africa in 2022 when they won 2-1 after losing the opener at Lord's.

ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati to honour Zubeen Garg

ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati to honour Zubeen Garg

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

In a 40-minute special presentation during the inaugural ceremony, prominent artistes of the state will present the musical tribute.

Laura Wolvaardt edges Smriti for ICC top honours

Laura Wolvaardt edges Smriti for ICC top honours

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Wolvaardt played eight ODIs in October at the Women's World Cup, amassing 470 runs at a stunning average of 67.14 and an impressive strike rate of 97.91.

Fatima Sana vows Pakistan will shine in women's World Cup

Fatima Sana vows Pakistan will shine in women's World Cup

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka and open their campaign against Bangladesh on October 2, followed by matches against India (October 5), Australia (October 8), England (October 15), New Zealand (October 18), South Africa (October 21) and hosts Sri Lanka (October 24).

India Women To Celebrate World Cup Win With PM Modi

India Women To Celebrate World Cup Win With PM Modi

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The Indian women's team is set to leave for New Delhi from Mumbai on Tuesday for a special meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to celebrate their World Cup triumph.