News for 'Spirit of Cricket'

'Tied Test changed Australian cricket'

'Tied Test changed Australian cricket'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2020

'As a player, the biggest question you ask yourself is whether you are good enough to be on the same ground as Gavaskar, Dev, Border and company.'

Zampa fails 'Mankad' attempt in Big Bash match

Zampa fails 'Mankad' attempt in Big Bash match

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Melbourne Stars captain Adam Zampa aborted a ball during his run-up after seeing Rogers leave his crease early and whipped off the bails, with umpires initially giving it as a run out.

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Congress said the rally by the INDIA will send a "strong message" to the Lok Kalyan Marg, where the prime minister's residence is located, that the BJP-led government's "time is up".

Spinners make Afghanistan favourites against Holland

Spinners make Afghanistan favourites against Holland

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Afghanistan (6 points) will not only look to secure two points against the Dutch (4 points) but also aim to win big and improve the net run-rate

Lorgat defends abolishing runners in cricket

Lorgat defends abolishing runners in cricket

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

ICC CEO Haroon Lorgat defended scrapping the provision of runners in international cricket on Thursday, saying batsmen were not using the system in the right spirit.

End Of Road For K L Rahul?

End Of Road For K L Rahul?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Rahul hasn't crossed the 30 run mark in his last 10 innings and his overall career average of 33 after 47 Tests doesn't ooze confidence.

Rain doesn't dampen Team India's spirit

Rain doesn't dampen Team India's spirit

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

The first day of the tour game between India and Cricket Australia XI was abandoned without a ball being bowled here at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

'Rohit Sharma is a fighter, he never backs down'

'Rohit Sharma is a fighter, he never backs down'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

De Villiers also recollected how Rohit took on fierce South African pacers Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel during a Durban Test.

Bit of a worry, but if it was anyone else noise wouldn't be as loud: Ponting

Bit of a worry, but if it was anyone else noise wouldn't be as loud: Ponting

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Australia great Ricky Ponting has weighed in on the David Warner selection debate and thinks Australia should stick with the opener.

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Steve Smith might be taking a wee bit more time to adjust to sub-continental tracks but his poor returns in the first two ODIs against India is least of concern for the Australian team management, senior speedster Mitchell Starc said on Tuesday.

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

One of cricket's greatest players passed into the ages on Monday. Rediff.com salutes the legend.

PIX: 'Big Show' trumps Gaikwad as Australia stay alive

PIX: 'Big Show' trumps Gaikwad as Australia stay alive

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Glenn Maxwell's blistering century trumped India opener Ruturaj Gaikwad's unbeaten 123 as Australia clinched a last-ball victory.

Kohli named International Cricketer of the Year

Kohli named International Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com28 May 2018

India captain Virat Kohli was named as the International Cricketer of the Year at the CEAT Cricket Ratings awards in Mumbai, on Monday.

Asia Cup PIX: India crush Sri Lanka; seal spot in final

Asia Cup PIX: India crush Sri Lanka; seal spot in final

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Images from the Asia Cup Super 4 match between India and Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Tuesday, September 12.

Sachin Tendulkar bats for blind cricket

Sachin Tendulkar bats for blind cricket

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar has called on the Board of Control for Cricket in India to recognise the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and bring its players under the Board's pension scheme.

'Cricket needs its Dravids as much as Kohli-like characters'

'Cricket needs its Dravids as much as Kohli-like characters'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

ICC Chief Executive David Richardson informed that the world cricketing body is working on "educating the players on what it means to play the game within the spirit."

Kohli steals the show and the Player of the Match award!

Kohli steals the show and the Player of the Match award!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'Sorry for stealing it (the player of the Match award) from Jaddu. I wanted to make a big contribution. I have made fifties in World Cups, wanted to finish it off this time.'

BJP lacks team spirit: Mahajan

BJP lacks team spirit: Mahajan

Rediff.com18 Jun 2005

"I think when all of us, including myself, work as a team and the tussle for the party presidentship ends, we will perform well," he said.

Warne, Ponting pick out their favourite cricket moments

Warne, Ponting pick out their favourite cricket moments

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Having competed against quality cricketers, the 2005 Ashes stands out as special series for both Australian legends.

Slow And Steady Australia Take Control

Slow And Steady Australia Take Control

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Ajinkya Rahane and Shardul Thakur led India's spirited fightback, but Australia were sitting in control after stretching their lead to 296 runs at stumps on Day 3.

VIDEO: Sachin Tendulkar plays gully cricket with locals in Mumbai

VIDEO: Sachin Tendulkar plays gully cricket with locals in Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Former India captain and cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar showed his modest side on Monday.

'I love my India,' says Sachin Tendulkar

'I love my India,' says Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Indian cricketers turned to social media to extend their heartfelt wishes on the occasion of the 77th Independence Day.

PCB chief blames lack of spirit for defeat

PCB chief blames lack of spirit for defeat

Rediff.com13 May 2004

PCB chief Sharyar Khan said cohesion and spirit were missing in the team after the one-day series against India.

Asia Cup PIX: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh's hopes in Super 4 clash

Asia Cup PIX: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh's hopes in Super 4 clash

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Asia Cup Super 4 match played between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo on Saturday.

Untold story of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup triumph

Untold story of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Chandana, who is now a full-time coach, remembered Ranatunga as a shrewd tactician, whose strategic acumen were way ahead of the time.

WTC Final: How Sri Lanka can spoil India's party?

WTC Final: How Sri Lanka can spoil India's party?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

Sri Lanka bid to sweep New Zealand and reach WTC final

PHOTOS: India in command after Jadeja, Rahul fifties

PHOTOS: India in command after Jadeja, Rahul fifties

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 1st Test played between India and England in Hyderabad, on Friday.

Abuse, ball-tampering threaten cricket's 'DNA': ICC

Abuse, ball-tampering threaten cricket's 'DNA': ICC

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

Richardson also took aim at players claiming confusion over ball-tampering rules, saying the laws were clear and their complaints "disingenuous" in a speech at the MCC's Colin Cowdrey Lecture at Lord's.

'Just stay in your crease, it's not that hard'

'Just stay in your crease, it's not that hard'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'You saw how far down he was ... That's just absolutely taking the mickey. That's not just taking off before I bowl it. He was a metre down the wicket.'

Centurion Warner guided by Hughes's spirit

Centurion Warner guided by Hughes's spirit

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

- 'I just had a gut feeling that my little mate was down the other end with me the whole time' - 'I dedicate that hundred to him' - ''The next four days we have to work hard to take 20 wickets'

Should Cheteshwar Pujara play county cricket?

Should Cheteshwar Pujara play county cricket?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2017

"I would like those who are not playing IPL, especially Pujara, to go and play county cricket in England. He would encounter different types of wickets especially in April and May which will give good experience and exposure," Azhar said.

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Bangladesh have beaten India three times in the last four ODIs -- twice in a bilateral series in December 2022 and then in the Asia Cup.

Bairstow stumping: Skippers look to move past controversial incident

Bairstow stumping: Skippers look to move past controversial incident

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Australia captain Pat Cummins and his England counterpart Ben Stokes appeared keen to move on swiftly on Sunday from a stumping incident in the second Ashes Test.

Where Hyderabad Lost The Plot

Where Hyderabad Lost The Plot

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

It was the first time in 16 IPL seasons that Delhi has successfully defended a first innings total under 150.

Stop criminalising bowlers: Kartik on Mankading

Stop criminalising bowlers: Kartik on Mankading

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Kartik ran as many as five batters out at the non-striker's end across formats during his playing days.

India to host Deaf Cricket T20 World Cup from Nov 23

India to host Deaf Cricket T20 World Cup from Nov 23

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

The eight-day tournament will see participation from over 200 players across eight countries including England, Australia, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, South Africa, apart from India, vying for the top honours.

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Imran, PM Sharif shower praise on 'brave' Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Pakistan, at the same MCG 30 years ago, had beaten England in the final of the 50-overs world Cup under Khan's inspiring leadership.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Indrajith ton powers TN to semis, Rajasthan crush Kerala

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Indrajith ton powers TN to semis, Rajasthan crush Kerala

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Baba Indrajith helped himself to a fine hundred while another senior campaigner Vijay Shankar scored a half-century as Tamil Nadu cruised into the semi-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

'Australian cricket is the laughing stock of the sporting world'

'Australian cricket is the laughing stock of the sporting world'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Reaction after Australia's Steve Smith, who has stepped down as captain, confessed on Saturday that the team's "leadership group" had hatched a plan to alter the condition of the ball during the third day of the third Test against South Africa.

Cricket Buzz: Richardson's World Cup hope gets boost

Cricket Buzz: Richardson's World Cup hope gets boost

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The 22-year-old completed only half his quota of overs in Sunday's second one-day international against Pakistan in Sharjah before he was forced off the field having dislocated his bowling shoulder when trying to save a boundary.