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Check out what gives Kohli more pleasure... it's not 50 hundreds!

Check out what gives Kohli more pleasure... it's not 50 hundreds!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Fifty international hundreds might seem staggering for a 29-year-old but India captain Virat Kohli feels that it hasn't been that long a journey as the figures might suggest.

Pujara, Rahane break 62-year record

Pujara, Rahane break 62-year record

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from Day 4 of the India-England Test at Lord's.

Airfares Zoom For Diwali Week!

Airfares Zoom For Diwali Week!

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

During the Diwali week (November 10-16), airfares on major routes across the country have surged by up to 44 per cent.

IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The players of which country had the best IPL 2023? Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji find out.

Stats: When cricket tours ended abruptly!

Stats: When cricket tours ended abruptly!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Against the backdrop of the West Indies team's withdrawal from its tour of India, Rediff.com takes a look at instances when cricket tours have been called off midway through a series.

Rohit fit to lead India against Windies

Rohit fit to lead India against Windies

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

'He is already training in Mumbai and is expected to be in Bangalore for the fitness test and get a formal okay from the National Cricket Academy.'

MI call up Pattinson after Malinga opts out of IPL

MI call up Pattinson after Malinga opts out of IPL

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Mumbai Indians fast bowler Lasith Malinga has opted out of the Indian Premier League due to personal reasons and will be replaced by Australian speedster James Pattinson.

Opener Dhawan to miss first three Australia ODIs

Opener Dhawan to miss first three Australia ODIs

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

The hosts have not name a replacement for the left-handed batsman, with Ajinkya Rahane and KL Rahul both able to play at the top.

India-Bangladesh 2nd ODI: A match for the record books!

India-Bangladesh 2nd ODI: A match for the record books!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed bagged five wickets for 28 runs on debut as India were dismissed in 25.3 overs in the second ODI in Mirpur. But the pace combination of Stuart Binny (6-4) and Mohit Sharma (4-22) saved India from humiliation by bundling out the hosts for just 58 in 17.4 overs. Following the Rajneesh Gupta presents some interesting statistics.

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

As Ashwin plays his 50th Test, Rajneesh Gupta gives us the offie's awesome numbers.

Teacher's Day: 'Grateful' Kohli's tribute to childhood coach

Teacher's Day: 'Grateful' Kohli's tribute to childhood coach

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

'Happy Teacher's day to all the teachers and coaches who encourage us and stand by us by being our constant pillar of support. #HappyTeachersDay'

Stats: After Kohli, India's other consistent performer is...

Stats: After Kohli, India's other consistent performer is...

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Statistical highlights of the fourth day's play of the third cricket Test between India and Sri Lanka in New Delhi on Tuesday

I see a bit of myself in Kohli, says Shastri

I see a bit of myself in Kohli, says Shastri

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

With India playing with a new-found spunk under stand-in skipper Virat Kohli, team director Ravi Shastri on Friday said he sees a bit of himself in the flamboyant Delhi batsman.

We look up to you, you are our hero: Kapil to Kohli

We look up to you, you are our hero: Kapil to Kohli

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

India's first World Cup winning skipper Kapil Dev, on Tuesday, compared current captain Virat Kohli with the late Jagmohan Dalmiya, terming them heroes on and off the field.

T20 World Cup 2021: India to face arch-rivals Pakistan in group stage

T20 World Cup 2021: India to face arch-rivals Pakistan in group stage

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

India and Pakistan are placed in Group 2 along with World Test Championship winners New Zealand and Afghanistan.

Australia's road to sixth ODI World Cup trophy

Australia's road to sixth ODI World Cup trophy

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

After defeats in their opening two matches, Australia came roaring back, winning their next nine games in succession

'SA have Steyn but we have Shami and he is very good'

'SA have Steyn but we have Shami and he is very good'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Ashish Nehra rates India's bowling attack as one of the best and said the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka on a "green" Eden wicket is an ideal preparation for the hosts ahead of their gruelling tour of South Africa.

Will India try out Shreyas, Ruturaj in 3rd T20 vs Windies?

Will India try out Shreyas, Ruturaj in 3rd T20 vs Windies?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

In the middle-order, Shreyas will replace Kohli, who was given a much-needed break ahead of his landmark 100th Test.

On This Day: Sehwag smashed ODI double century

On This Day: Sehwag smashed ODI double century

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

On December 8, 2011, Virender Sehwag became only the second batsman to score a double ODI century.

Windies spinner Narine reported again for suspect action

Windies spinner Narine reported again for suspect action

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

West Indies off-spinner Sunil Narine has been reported for a suspect bowling action during Saturday's third and final one-dayer against Sri Lanka, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said.

SpiceJet plans flights to Dhaka, Colombo

SpiceJet plans flights to Dhaka, Colombo

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Low cost airline SpiceJet, will introduce international flights to Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal from Kolkata by June.

Rohit first to hit two ODI double centuries with record score

Rohit first to hit two ODI double centuries with record score

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Rohit Sharma became the first batsman in the history of cricket to hit a world record second double century in One-Day Internationals. He got to the coveted landmark off 151 balls in grand style, having hit 26 fours and five sixes, in the 46th over of India's innings in the fourth ODI against Sri Lanka in Kolkata on Thursday.

The Birdman's Catch of IPL 2020

The Birdman's Catch of IPL 2020

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

It was not an easy catch as it was moving away from the 'keeper towards his left. DK leapt wide and plucked the ball from mid-air with two fingers.

Everything you want to know about the World T20 venues

Everything you want to know about the World T20 venues

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

With India all set to host the ICC World Twenty20 for the first time in 2016, we take a look at the 8 grounds that will host the 58 matches over 27 days from March 8 to April 3.

Asia Cup: Kohli-led India eyeing sixth title

Asia Cup: Kohli-led India eyeing sixth title

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

With MS Dhoni opting out of the tournament, Virat Kohli will lead Team India as they attempt to regain the title they last won in 2010. Here're the statistical highlights pertaining to the tournament.

Do you like Captain Kohli's new look?

Do you like Captain Kohli's new look?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Indian captain Virat Kohli has unleashed his new haircut before the Indian Premier League starting April 7.

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The RCB leg-spinner snapped four wickets as Kolkata Knight Riders were bowled out for 128.

971 players in IPL 2020 auction

971 players in IPL 2020 auction

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

As many as 971 cricketers, including 713 Indians and 258 overseas players, will be up for grabs at the Indian Premier League players' auction, to be held in Kolkata on December 19.

Shastri to continue as Team Director till 2016 World T20

Shastri to continue as Team Director till 2016 World T20

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

Ravi Shastri was retained as the Team Director of the Indian cricket team till the 2016 T20 World Cup at home, based on the recommendations of the BCCI advisory committee.

Hasaranga, Chameera have provided new dimension to the team: Kohli

Hasaranga, Chameera have provided new dimension to the team: Kohli

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Saturday said his side will not take the good showing in the first leg of the IPL for granted, adding that latest additions, including Sri Lanka's Wanidu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera, have added a new dimension to the team.

Some MIND BLOWING facts about Men in Blue

Some MIND BLOWING facts about Men in Blue

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

Key facts on the India squad for the 2015 cricket World Cup.

20-min pizza promise by Domino's gets stuck in traffic, kitchen

20-min pizza promise by Domino's gets stuck in traffic, kitchen

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

As promised, Domino's 20-minute delivery started across 170 stores in Bengaluru on Tuesday. But, as the day progressed, some teething issues came to the fore. If delivery partners' accounts are anything to go by, these are unlikely to go away anytime soon.

PHOTOS: Amid tight security, Pakistan cricket team arrives in Kolkata for WorldT20

PHOTOS: Amid tight security, Pakistan cricket team arrives in Kolkata for WorldT20

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

The Pakistan men's cricket team arrived in Kolkata on Saturday evening for the ICC World Twenty20 after high drama over the last few days.

This player could be India's 'surprise package' in T20Is

This player could be India's 'surprise package' in T20Is

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Virat Kohli spoke about the options at his disposal as India geared up for the mega event, to be held in Australia later this year.

Eden Gardens, a ground renowned for historic firsts

Eden Gardens, a ground renowned for historic firsts

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Eden is the longest surviving Test ground in Asia. The stadium hosted its first match in 1934 between India and England.

Eden to have 20,000 spectators for 3rd T20I vs Windies

Eden to have 20,000 spectators for 3rd T20I vs Windies

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

The Board of Control for Cricket in India will allow 20,000 spectators, mostly ticket-holding members of Cricket Association of Bengal, to watch the third and final T20I between India and the West Indies on October 20.

PHOTOS: Kohli, Vijay hit centuries as India dominate Day 1

PHOTOS: Kohli, Vijay hit centuries as India dominate Day 1

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

India's run-machine Virat Kohli and in-form Murali Vijay smashed big centuries in a massive 283-run stand to deflate Sri Lanka on the opening day of the third and final Test on Saturday.

Euphoric scenes after India's World Cup triumph

Euphoric scenes after India's World Cup triumph

Rediff.com3 Apr 2011

Delirious scenes were seen across Kolkata as the city's cricket-crazy crowd went wild in widespread celebration late into the night moments after India's historic World Cup triumph in Mumbai.

Kuldeep undergoes successful knee surgery

Kuldeep undergoes successful knee surgery

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

India's left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav underwent a knee surgery on Wednesday for an injury that he sustained during the second leg of IPL in the UAE.

Umpire Ketttleborough misses third day's play

Umpire Ketttleborough misses third day's play

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

Kettleborough was replaced by West Indies' Joel Wilson, who accompanied Nigel Long to start the day's proceedings as India resumed on 74/5 at Eden Gardens.