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Asia Cup: Sub-continental giants resume rivalry

Asia Cup: Sub-continental giants resume rivalry

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Bangladesh can beat each other on their day

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

To emulate the West Indies of 1975 and Australia of 2003 and 2007, India must channel the same indomitable spirit in the final.

Pathan Yorks Waqar!

Pathan Yorks Waqar!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

'It's a relief for other teams that Bumrah and Harshal aren't playing this Asia Cup!' Irfan told Waqar.

SEE: 'Gayle is still a force to be reckoned with'

SEE: 'Gayle is still a force to be reckoned with'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Former West Indies captain Daren Ganga believes Chris Gayle should continue to play for the West Indies in the T20 format.

SEE: Ex-West Indies captain searches for Indian roots

SEE: Ex-West Indies captain searches for Indian roots

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

Former West Indies captain Daren Ganga is proud of his Indian heritage and has started to trace his family's roots in the country.

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Inzamam expects second stint as Pakistan chief selector to be even better

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played on the field.

Murali to inaugurate cricket pitches in former LTTE stronghold

Murali to inaugurate cricket pitches in former LTTE stronghold

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

Sri Lankan spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan will be inaugurating the new cricket pitches laid in a stadium in the former LTTE stronghold of Kilinochchi.

England coach Giles denies ball tampering allegations

England coach Giles denies ball tampering allegations

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

England one-day international coach Ashley Giles has dismissed former captain Bob Willis' allegations of ball tampering following the ICC Champions Trophy defeat to Sri Lanka which left England's hopes of qualification in the balance.

Virat Kohli achieves another milestone in 100th Test

Virat Kohli achieves another milestone in 100th Test

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Kohli has smashed 8,007 runs from 100 Tests at a remarkable average of 50.35.

Is Gambhir The Right Choice As Coach?

Is Gambhir The Right Choice As Coach?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'If he couldn't plan a successful strategy for a home series, how will he manage in a more challenging away series?', asks veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

T20 World Cup: 'Jadeja's absence a massive loss for India'

T20 World Cup: 'Jadeja's absence a massive loss for India'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Ravindra Jadeja's absence due to injury is a 'massive loss' but Virat Kohli's return to form and Jasprit Bumrah's comeback would still make India a force to reckon with in the T20 World Cup, said Sri Lanka legend Mahela Jayawardene.

'Mahibhai is an inspiration to all of us'

'Mahibhai is an inspiration to all of us'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Young batting sensation Devdutt Padikkal sharisays ng a birthday with the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni is 'a great feeling' for him.

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

'#ThankYouSanga' tributes pour in for Sri Lankan great Sangakkara

'#ThankYouSanga' tributes pour in for Sri Lankan great Sangakkara

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

As the stylish left-hander, Kumar Sangakkara, draws curtains to his illustrious career, here are tributes pouring from him from across the world.

India's hot, sweaty and a tough place to play: Guptill

India's hot, sweaty and a tough place to play: Guptill

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The biggest challenge for the New Zealand batters on their upcoming Test tour of India will be picking the turning ball and more so the odd one that skids through, reckons former Black Caps opener Martin Guptill.

'Three successive sixes off Rashid Khan was game changer'

'Three successive sixes off Rashid Khan was game changer'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara lauded skipper Sanju Samson for his three consecutive sixes off one of the best T20 spinners in the world.

500 Wickets Club Welcomes Ashwin

500 Wickets Club Welcomes Ashwin

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

He is the ninth bowler and fifth spinner to complete the feat in Tests.

Ashwin is the best spinner in the world at the moment: Muralitharan

Ashwin is the best spinner in the world at the moment: Muralitharan

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Sri Lankan spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan feels India's Ravichandran Ashwin is presently the best spinner in the world and his achievements with the ball are a testimony to his greatness.

'There will never be another toe crusher like you again'

'There will never be another toe crusher like you again'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

The veteran Sri Lanka fast bowler rattled Bangladesh with a fiery spell in his final ODI, signing off in style with figures of 3/38 in front of his home crowd in Colombo.

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

Ganguly to captain Libra Legends in MCL

Ganguly to captain Libra Legends in MCL

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly was on Tuesday named captain and ambassador of Libra Legends in the upcoming Masters Champions League to be played in Dubai and Sharjah from January 28 to February 13. Ganguly will lead a team which will have South African iconic all-rounder Jacques Kallis, left-arm spinner Nicky Boje, English spinner Graeme Swann, Aussie speedster Shaun Tait, spinner Brad Hogg, Netherlands allrounder Ryan ten Doeschate among others.

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Tulsidas Balaram, who passed into the ages last week, was a member of the Indian football team which reached the semis at the Olympics and won an Asian Games gold medal.

Tendulkar bats for India's young brigade

Tendulkar bats for India's young brigade

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Sachin Tendulkar threw his weight behind the youngsters in the Indian team who failed terribly during the tri-series in Sri Lanka, but asked them to minimise mistakes and learn to respond to situations swiftly.

Mahela writes an open letter to Aravinda de Silva

Mahela writes an open letter to Aravinda de Silva

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Mahela Jayawardena pays a heartfelt tribute to newly inducted ICC Hall of Famer Aravinda de Silva.

50th century...The legend of Kohli continues to grow!

50th century...The legend of Kohli continues to grow!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

The Indian skipper joined South African great Hashim Amla as the fastest to 50 centuries in international cricket in 348 innings.

India will benefit from no-non sense guy Gambhir's fresh ideas: Shastri

India will benefit from no-non sense guy Gambhir's fresh ideas: Shastri

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Shastri feels managing the workload of players, especially bowlers, will be Gambhir's biggest challenge.

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Akhtar who is currently playing in the Legends League Masters in Qatar, also wants that India and Pakistan to play in the finals of the Asia Cup and World Cup.

From ball girl to Indian legend, Jhulan ready to walk into sunset

From ball girl to Indian legend, Jhulan ready to walk into sunset

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

'I have played two World Cup finals but couldn't win the trophy. That remains my only regret.'

Gavaskar frisked at Eden Gardens

Gavaskar frisked at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar was on Thursday frisked by security men along with Sri Lanka's Russel Arnold while entering the Eden Gardens Stadium for the fourth One-dayer in Kolkata on Thursday.

'I Told Shreyas To Shut Outside Noise'

'I Told Shreyas To Shut Outside Noise'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'Shreyas Iyer likes a challenge, tough situations, playing against the top teams.'

The Mystery Lady At The IPL Auction

The Mystery Lady At The IPL Auction

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Kaviya Maran is the co-owner of the Sunrisers Hyderabad team.

Jayawardene predicts winner of India vs Australia Test series...

Jayawardene predicts winner of India vs Australia Test series...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Mahela Jayawardene believes Australia have a chance of beating India in their own backyard in the four-Test Border Gavaskar Trophy series, which begins in Nagpur from Thursday.

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

England pace legend Stuart Broad lauded former teammate James Anderson for becoming the first-ever pacer to complete 700 Test wickets, saying that one should "marvel at his skill" besides talking about his dedication and mental resilience.

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

There is speculation about his retirement and the Indian captain happily responds with a smile that 'I don't know yet'.

Kohli becomes first captain to score six double tons

Kohli becomes first captain to score six double tons

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

The 29-year-old Kohli, who had emulated Rahul Dravid with his previous double century in Nagpur, on Sunday equalled Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag for most double hundreds for India in Tests.

After Saha, Ishant out of reckoning?

After Saha, Ishant out of reckoning?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Has the long due transition phase kicked in for India's Test team?

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Netherlands' Kingma gets four-match suspension for ball-tampering.

'Lanka never groomed Sanga, Mahela's replacements'

'Lanka never groomed Sanga, Mahela's replacements'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

He has been roped in to arrest the downslide in Sri Lankan cricket and Asanka Gurusinha's assessment of the fall is quite simple -- not grooming anyone to fill in Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara's shoes.

Here's where Sanga and Clarke finished in the ICC Test rankings

Here's where Sanga and Clarke finished in the ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

India captain Virat Kohli fell out of the top-10 while Ashwin climbed up the bowlers and well as the all-rounders' chart