News for 'Spirited Australia'

Be bloody good, be elite in values: Langer tells Australia

Be bloody good, be elite in values: Langer tells Australia

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Ever since Australian cricket plunged into crisis following the year-long ball-tampering bans on Steve Smith and Davis Warner, there has been a lot of discussion on the spirit of cricket.

Strict COVID protocols making Australia a tight-knit unit

Strict COVID protocols making Australia a tight-knit unit

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Training sessions are the players' only break from the monotony of being holed up alone in their hotel rooms, so they have been taking to practice with gusto, said Carey.

'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.

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 4

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 4

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Images from Day 4 of the fourth Test between Australia and India, at the Gabba, on Monday.

Returning Nadal has zero expectations from himself

Returning Nadal has zero expectations from himself

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'I believe I'm in a different moment, in a separate situation and in an unexplored terrain.'

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Just as the umpire's decision is no longer final, what is disdainfully rejected is the age-old dictum that the game should be played and watched in the spirit of the game, sighs Uddalok Bhattacharya.

Spirit of Cricket debate rises again with India at centre

Spirit of Cricket debate rises again with India at centre

Rediff.com26 Feb 2012

The spirit of cricket debate was reignited once again at the ongoing ODI tri-series and it was India at the centre of it all yet again.

Australia have done homework, ready for India: Finch

Australia have done homework, ready for India: Finch

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

'Warner shaken up after hitting bowler in nets'

CWG 2026: 'Easier to say no when you...' Gold Coast offers to host

CWG 2026: 'Easier to say no when you...' Gold Coast offers to host

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Gold Coast mayor Tom Tate said on Thursday the city could step in to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria placed the future of the quadrennial multi-sport event in doubt.

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.

'Rohit needs to be more aggressive'

'Rohit needs to be more aggressive'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

'Rohit is undoubtedly skilled, yet a surge in aggression is essential.'

How Captain Paine has turned around Australia

How Captain Paine has turned around Australia

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Since the Newlands ball-tampering scandal, Australia's on-field histrionics had been toned down under the leadership of the wicketkeeper-captain.

Will Padikkal Replace Patidar In Dharamsala Test?

Will Padikkal Replace Patidar In Dharamsala Test?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the fifth Test against England?

Modi is The Boss, rock star: Australian PM

Modi is The Boss, rock star: Australian PM

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday that his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi gets a 'rock star reception' wherever he goes, as he welcomed his 'dear friend' at an event in Sydney and compared him to American singer Bruce Springsteen.

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.

10 beautiful moments from Pat Farmer's Spirit of India Run

10 beautiful moments from Pat Farmer's Spirit of India Run

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

He ran past beautiful villages, stunning deserts, verdant fields... running 4,400 km in 64 days on the Spirit of India run.

Bairstow slams critics after big-hitting heroics in 4th Ashes Test

Bairstow slams critics after big-hitting heroics in 4th Ashes Test

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Jonny Bairstow slammed four sixes as he helped England post 592 all out in their first innings on Day 3, their highest Ashes innings total on home soil since 1985, giving the hosts a first innings lead of 275.

Australia overcome stubborn England to retain Ashes

Australia overcome stubborn England to retain Ashes

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Images from Day 5 of the fourth Ashes Test, at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Ali admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Andy Pycroft of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees

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.

Cook says teams have duty to play Ashes in 'right spirit'

Cook says teams have duty to play Ashes in 'right spirit'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

England captain Alastair Cook has said that teams have a duty to play the Ashes series in the right spirit.

'I'm confident the Ashes will be played in the right spirit'

'I'm confident the Ashes will be played in the right spirit'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2015

Australian captain Michael Clarke believes the Ashes series against England starting next month will be played in the correct spirit, even if some players come close to crossing a line.

'Timed Out' Mathews Seeks Justice!

'Timed Out' Mathews Seeks Justice!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Video evidence shows I still had five more seconds even after the helmet gave away! Can the fourth umpire rectify this please? I mean safety is paramount as I just couldn't face the bowler without a helmet.'

Good chance for Australia to go for clean sweep: Ponting

Good chance for Australia to go for clean sweep: Ponting

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

The humiliation in Adelaide has opened up 'serious wounds' for India and Australia now have a good chance of inflicting on the visitors a whitewash in the four-Test series, reckons former captain Ricky Ponting.

Bopanna-Ebden make winning start at Wimbledon

Bopanna-Ebden make winning start at Wimbledon

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

The 43-year-old Bopanna and 35-year-old Ebden, who claimed two doubles titles on the ATP Tour earlier this year, will next face the unseeded British pair of Jacob Fearnley and Johannus Monday on Sunday.

How Australia can win back hearts of sceptical public

How Australia can win back hearts of sceptical public

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Nine months on from the Cape Town ball-tampering scandal, fans will turn up to Adelaide Oval as always, some having ducked out early from their workplaces in a city that loves the sport like few others.

Australia wary of embracing 'Nincompoop Nick' Kyrgios

Australia wary of embracing 'Nincompoop Nick' Kyrgios

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

If he does manage to beat Novak Djokovic or Cam Norrie in Sunday's final, it may be that winning the most prestigious title in tennis will wash away all his previous sins in the eyes of his compatriots.

Hussain on Broad's exit: Timing couldn't be more ideal

Hussain on Broad's exit: Timing couldn't be more ideal

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Nasser Hussain showered praise on Stuart Broad after the veteran pacer bid farewell to international cricket with a memorable final day of his career.

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.

BJK Cup: Czech Republic and Slovenia seal places in semis

BJK Cup: Czech Republic and Slovenia seal places in semis

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

The Czech Republic won a heavyweight clash against the United States with a deciding doubles victory sending them through to the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals in Seville.

Kohli slams Australians for not playing in spirit of game

Kohli slams Australians for not playing in spirit of game

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

Virat Kohli lashed out at the Australian players for not playing in the spirit of the game in his side's tri-series match against the hosts in Sydney on Sunday.

Time for everyone to move on and concentrate on this game: Root

Time for everyone to move on and concentrate on this game: Root

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

England batter Joe Root feels that it is time for the team to move on from Jonny Bairstow's stumping fiasco and focus on the game that lies ahead of them.

Rashmika Sends Us A Kiss!

Rashmika Sends Us A Kiss!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Neha's hectic trip to the US... Sunny takes Gadar 2 to London... Anurag Kashyap's Kennedy gets more applause...

Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Play was halted for a few minutes on the fourth day of the third Test between India and Australia after the visiting players complained of abuse from the crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

IPL 2024 Auction: Watch Out For...

IPL 2024 Auction: Watch Out For...

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell from New Zealand. Travis Head from Australia. Gerald Coetzee from South Africa. Harry Brook from England.

ICC overturns ban, clears Rabada to play against Australia

ICC overturns ban, clears Rabada to play against Australia

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Rabada had his punishment for brushing against the shoulder of Australia captain Steven Smith in the second Test in Port Elizabeth reduced from a fine of 50 percent of his match fee and three demerit points, to 25 percent and one demerit point.

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

A look at 7 memorable moments of World Cup 2023.

Bumrah steering clear of preconceived notions about pitches in Australia

Bumrah steering clear of preconceived notions about pitches in Australia

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

The death overs specialist said it would not be prudent to comment on the upcoming Australia tour without having a look at the conditions.

Ashes PIX! Forgotten man hammers ton as 13 wickets tumble on Day 1

Ashes PIX! Forgotten man hammers ton as 13 wickets tumble on Day 1

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Images from Day 1 of the third Ashes Test between England and Australia at Headingley in Leeds on Thursday.

Lyon expects concussed Warner to be fit for third Test

Lyon expects concussed Warner to be fit for third Test

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Nathan Lyon said there was enough recovery time for Warner before the third Test beginning on March 1.