News for 'Start of Ashes'

Eluded by form but Warner optimistic about Ashes spot

Eluded by form but Warner optimistic about Ashes spot

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

On Wednesday, Australia selector Tony Dodemaide refused to comment on Warner's Test future.

Jaclyn-Chandhan's Texas-Nellore Love Story

Jaclyn-Chandhan's Texas-Nellore Love Story

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

14,845 kilometres. That's the distance that separates Nellore and Texas. But it could not separate Jaclyn Forero and Chandhan Singh Rajput.

Ashes: 'Goal is to become one of the greatest...'

Ashes: 'Goal is to become one of the greatest...'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

With the Ashes set to get underway, Australian players reflected on the prestigious series and their aim for the upcoming tournament.

What Australia needs to be a truly great Test team...

What Australia needs to be a truly great Test team...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Australia's success has been compared with some of the nation's great Test teams led by Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting.

Akie Abe Carries Her Husband's Ashes

Akie Abe Carries Her Husband's Ashes

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Glimpses of the State funeral for Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe.

Ashes: Paine reckons Aus big guns need to fire soon

Ashes: Paine reckons Aus big guns need to fire soon

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

He felt Australia will get better as the series progresses.

Ashes PIX! Brilliant Brook, Wood guide England to pulsating win

Ashes PIX! Brilliant Brook, Wood guide England to pulsating win

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

A superb 75 from Harry Brook and some big hitting from tailender Mark Wood earned England a pulsating three-wicket victory in the third Ashes Test.

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

'Everything I Have Ever Loved Is In The Water'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The only family Meghana lived with after losing her parents and brother in the tsunami was her dog, Alex. When Alex died after 13 years, she took her ashes to where her own family lay under the ocean. "I wanted her to join the rest of my family and that is one of the best things I have done."

Ashes: 'England playing CazBall not Bazball'

Ashes: 'England playing CazBall not Bazball'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Legendary pacer Glenn McGrath has slammed England for playing casual cricket against Australia in the ongoing Ashes.

Khawaja backs under fire Warner to score big in WTC final, Ashes

Khawaja backs under fire Warner to score big in WTC final, Ashes

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Warner has also taken aim at his Ashes nemesis England veteran pacer Stuart Broad, implying that he will not be the force that derailed the opening batter's 2019 trip this time.

'A series victory in India is bigger than Ashes win'

'A series victory in India is bigger than Ashes win'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The Australian team spoke about the challenges of playing in India.

Here's why Edgbaston will turn 'Blue for Bob' on Day 3 of Ashes!

Here's why Edgbaston will turn 'Blue for Bob' on Day 3 of Ashes!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Edgbaston Cricket Ground will turn 'Blue for Bob' on Saturday, Day 3 of the opening match of the Ashes to commemorate England's legendary cricketer.

Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'We were the best team in Asia at one point. Today, we are barely in the reckoning for the Davis Cup.' 'Players now, especially this decade, lack perseverance.'

Ashes: 'Why can't we just play until...' questions Joe Root

Ashes: 'Why can't we just play until...' questions Joe Root

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

England batter Joe Root advocated for more flexibility in playing regulations and questioned for stopping the game early in the evening.

ICC Champions Trophy: Depleted Australia have uphill task against England

ICC Champions Trophy: Depleted Australia have uphill task against England

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Both teams have struggled in the ODI format recently. World champions Australia lost to Sri Lanka (0-2) and Pakistan (1-2) in their last two series, while England, now coached by Brendon McCullum in all formats, haven't won an ODI series since their disastrous 2023 World Cup campaign.

PIX: Crawley hammers historic Ashes knock to put hosts in control

PIX: Crawley hammers historic Ashes knock to put hosts in control

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

IMAGES from Day 2 of the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia at Old Trafford in Manchester on Thursday.

Virat's energy and Rohit's composure will be missed: Ashwin

Virat's energy and Rohit's composure will be missed: Ashwin

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'This will be a testing time for Indian cricket. And I'd say this truly marks the beginning of the Gautam Gambhir era.'

Ashes: Moeen's absence will be decisive on Day 5

Ashes: Moeen's absence will be decisive on Day 5

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

In a setback for England, Moeen Ali was penalised for applying spray on his finger towards the end of day two.

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Visualise those 15 to 18 seconds: Fully loaded aircraft, pilot manually controlling with both hands (no autopilot immediately after takeoff), looking forward while switches are behind.'

Cummins wants to savour WTC final win before Ashes challenge

Cummins wants to savour WTC final win before Ashes challenge

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

'I know we've got a big series but we can worry about that in a couple days' time. You only get a few of these moments in your career where you can sit back, acknowledge a pretty special achievement and that's one of these times.'

Winning Ashes in England high up on Smith's bucket list

Winning Ashes in England high up on Smith's bucket list

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Smith said the IPL has helped him get used to play alongside rival international players and he is eager to play alongside Cheteshwar Pujara, who has been leading Sussex this season.

Ashes blame game has started in England...

Ashes blame game has started in England...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Former England spinner Graeme Swann was critical of England's senior players who have done 'next to nothing' as Australia regained the Ashes in Perth on Monday.

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

Mandhana inches closer to top spot in ODI rankings

Mandhana inches closer to top spot in ODI rankings

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

India opener Smriti Mandhana has climbed to the second spot in the latest ICC women's ODI batting rankings following a stellar series against Ireland.

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'I want to be wearing this England shirt for as long as I can.'

Harry Brook banned from IPL for two seasons

Harry Brook banned from IPL for two seasons

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

England batter Harry Brook has been banned from the Indian Premier League for two seasons after pulling out of the 2025 edition.

 World No 1 Labuschagne eyes continued domination in WTC, Ashes

World No 1 Labuschagne eyes continued domination in WTC, Ashes

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

'It is about finding ways to score runs and contribute to the side in as many games as I can.'

When it doesn't come your way, God makes it very tough: Dhoni

When it doesn't come your way, God makes it very tough: Dhoni

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

CSK captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said in a tournament like IPL, losing a few games on the bounce can make comebacks a bit tough.

Can this fan favourite help Australia bounce back in Adelaide?

Can this fan favourite help Australia bounce back in Adelaide?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Australia trail 1-0 in the five-Test series against India after being thrashed in the Perth opener by 295 runs.

Ashes: Woakes 'desperate' to be a part of England's line-up for the fourth Test

Ashes: Woakes 'desperate' to be a part of England's line-up for the fourth Test

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

England's all-rounder Chris Woakes desperately wants to be a part of the English side in the fourth Ashes Test starting from July 19 in Manchester.

Jack Leach Blow! England scrambles for solution ahead of Ashes

Jack Leach Blow! England scrambles for solution ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Leach was ruled out of the five-match series on Sunday due to a stress fracture in his back

Boon, Silverwood to miss fourth Ashes Test

Boon, Silverwood to miss fourth Ashes Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The fourth Test is due to start next Tuesday with Australia having already retained the Ashes, leading the series 3-0 with two matches to play.

Ashes: Couldn't watch the last 20 runs being scored: Stokes

Ashes: Couldn't watch the last 20 runs being scored: Stokes

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

England's exhilarating run chase to battle back into the Ashes series was even too much for captain Ben Stokes!

Ashes PIX: Smith, Head give Australia upperhand on Day 1

Ashes PIX: Smith, Head give Australia upperhand on Day 1

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Steve Smith scored an unbeaten 85 to guide Australia to 339/5 as England wasted favourable bowling conditions on the first day of the second Ashes Test.

Ashes: 'These decisions aren't just a rash thought'

Ashes: 'These decisions aren't just a rash thought'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

England will not change their attacking philosophy in the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord's this week.

Maharaj suffers injury setback ahead of crucial series

Maharaj suffers injury setback ahead of crucial series

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

First choice spinner Keshav Maharaj has been ruled out of the remaining two One-Day Internationals against Pakistan and is a doubt for the crucial two-test home series against the sub-continent side that starts on Dec. 26.

England make poor start to Ashes tour

England make poor start to Ashes tour

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

They conceded 347 runs from just 50 overs against the Prime Minister's XI.

Chakravarthy Vs Head: Ashwin's Prediction Spot On

Chakravarthy Vs Head: Ashwin's Prediction Spot On

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin's tactical foresight proved spot on as mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy dismissed the dangerous Travis Head early in India's Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia.

'Melbourne win a nice start after Ashes defeat'

'Melbourne win a nice start after Ashes defeat'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

Australian opening batsman Shane Watson, who hit a majestic century on Sunday, said that winning the Melbourne ODI against England was the perfect way to start the seven-match series.

How MI helped Rohit get into right frame of mind

How MI helped Rohit get into right frame of mind

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Jayawardene said showing situational awareness is imperative and Rohit was able to execute his plans well against CSK.