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Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Let's delve into the world of IPL 2024 and meet the captains who are ready to leave their mark on cricket's biggest stage.

Pakistan's Naseem breaks Afghanistan's hearts again!

Pakistan's Naseem breaks Afghanistan's hearts again!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Pakistan tailender Naseem Shah cut down Afghanistan's Fazalhaq Farooqi in the final over of a cliff-hanger once again on Thursday.

'It got a bit too close for comfort'

'It got a bit too close for comfort'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'Wicket was good. 277 no matter how bad or good you bowl, if the opposition has to score that much, they have batted well.'

Mithali and Co celebrate Holi in Auckland

Mithali and Co celebrate Holi in Auckland

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

India play Australia for their next ICC Women's World Cup match in Auckland on Saturday. India have so far won two of the four matches they've played.

U19 World Cup: Australia edge out Pakistan; to meet India in final

U19 World Cup: Australia edge out Pakistan; to meet India in final

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Tom Straker's six-wicket haul and Harry Dixon's fifty inspired Australia to a tense one-wicket victory over brave Pakistan in the semifinal in Benoni on Thursday, setting up their ICC Under-19 World Cup final against defending champions India.

Maxwell to return after injury lay-off; could play India ODIs

Maxwell to return after injury lay-off; could play India ODIs

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Following a serious injury lay-off, Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell will assess his fitness at club side Fitzroy-Doncaster's fixture this weekend.

Stoinis Or Wadhera? Who Gets Your Vote?

Stoinis Or Wadhera? Who Gets Your Vote?

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Marcus Stoinis struck a half-century as LSG picked up their sixth win of the season.

What does Delhi Capitals have in common with Microsoft boss?

What does Delhi Capitals have in common with Microsoft boss?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Delhi Capitals join hands with Satya Nadella to own MLC team in US

How Team India bounced back after World Cup heartbreak

How Team India bounced back after World Cup heartbreak

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

'You have to move on quickly in international cricket as we now have another important series coming up'

PIX: KKR unveil new match jersey for IPL 2024

PIX: KKR unveil new match jersey for IPL 2024

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'I did not make Kolkata Knight Riders successful, it was KKR that made me a successful leader.'

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.

'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.

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Chennai on Monday.

Images: Nervy India overcome spirited Dutch

Images: Nervy India overcome spirited Dutch

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

Images from the World Cup match between India and the Netherlands being played in New Delhi.

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi embraces Mohammed Shami as the pacer weeps after India lost the World Cup 2023 final.

GT Vs LSG: Who Batted Best? Vote!

GT Vs LSG: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Lucknow Super Giants picked up their first-ever win over the Gujarat Titans.

MCC takes action: Suspends 3 members over altercations

MCC takes action: Suspends 3 members over altercations

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

MCC suspends 3 members after Lord's Long Room incident with Australian players

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.

England have the spirit to hit back: Vaughan

England have the spirit to hit back: Vaughan

Rediff.com17 Dec 2008

Former captain Michael Vaughan backed England to bounce back from the bitter loss in Chennai, saying that Kevin Pietersen and his men have the "bulldog spirit" to square the Test series against India in Mohali. Vaughan admitted that the six-wicket loss in Chennai was a bitter pill to swallow, considering the way England dominated most part of the match.

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood minced no words in admitting that any team in the world would want a rampaging bowling attack like India.

RCB Vs SRH: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

RCB Vs SRH: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

It rained fours and sixes in Bengaluru as a total of 549 runs were scored -- the highest aggregate in a T20 match.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Record Start To World Cup 2023!

Record Start To World Cup 2023!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

All the records set in World Cup 2023 so far.

Was always preparing for bowling 10 overs in the World Cup: Bumrah

Was always preparing for bowling 10 overs in the World Cup: Bumrah

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

After spending 11 months away from the game, a fit-again Jasprit Bumrah is back hungrier than ever and says he is ready to bowl long spells for India in the Asia Cup and subsequent ODI World Cup at home.

He Wants To Become The Next Dhoni

He Wants To Become The Next Dhoni

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Imad Nazir, a spirited, specially-abled nine year old from Kulgam district, is making waves with his ability to play India's favourite sport.

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Here are 25 stories special to me for one reason too many,' says Sukanya Verma who scored 25 years writing about the movies last week.

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.

Why Dhoni's a special captain?

Why Dhoni's a special captain?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

"We were used to seeing that from Dhoni but even those little touches of his where he makes a fielder, a player feel 7 feet tall, are the touches that make him stand out from the other."

'I'd do it again, Carey on controversial Bairstow dismissal

'I'd do it again," Carey on controversial Bairstow dismissal

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey has said he would not hesitate to repeat his controversial stumping of England's Jonny Bairstow should a similar opportunity arise.

Findings of Cricket Australia ball-tampering investigation

Findings of Cricket Australia ball-tampering investigation

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

The key finding from the investigation was that prior knowledge of the incident was confined to three players, Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.

Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Jonny Bairstow's 'controversial dismissal' on the final Day of the second Ashes Test at the Lord's has left the cricketing world divided.

Jadeja Or Chahar? Who Bowled Better?

Jadeja Or Chahar? Who Bowled Better?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Jadeja, Chahar, Harshal, Tushar, Mitchell... Who gets your vote?

800 Review: Watch Out For The Spin

800 Review: Watch Out For The Spin

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

800 gets so lost in celebrating its grand subject that it forgets something pretty elementary: Cricket is a team sport!, notes Sreehari Nair.

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives you options from all the action promised on OTT this week.

Can Sri Lanka pip India to WTC final?

Can Sri Lanka pip India to WTC final?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Sri Lanka, who are third in the WTC rankings behind already qualified Australia and India, will need to beat New Zealand 2-0.

Can India Reverse 2019 Semis Defeat?

Can India Reverse 2019 Semis Defeat?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

India face a replay of their 2019 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, while South Africa are set for a tough Australian challenge as the semi-final line-ups was confirmed on Saturday.

MI Coach Praises SKY's Courage

MI Coach Praises SKY's Courage

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

'He meets me in the bathroom and says, "Coach, actually I want to bat 4." For me, that's not shying away from anything.'

GT Vs SRH: Who Played The Best Knock?

GT Vs SRH: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

David Miller, Sai Sudharsan, Abhishek Sharma, Abdul Samad, Shubman Gill? Whose batting sparkled most?

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.

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

An injury-hit Pakistan will have the tough task of taming a high-spirited Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a virtual semi-final match in the Asia Cup 2023 match on Thursday.