News for 'Start of Ashes'

Was a bit underdone for the WTC final: Hazlewood

Was a bit underdone for the WTC final: Hazlewood

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Australian bowler Josh Hazlewood who missed the third Ashes Test and is set to return to the side in the fourth Test match against Australia, said that he was underprepared for the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

Quick turnaround may see Smith miss third Ashes Test

Quick turnaround may see Smith miss third Ashes Test

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Smith, however, had developed symptoms overnight and after further testing on Sunday, which is part of the process, Saw ruled him out of the fifth day.

The People Mumbai Forgot

The People Mumbai Forgot

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'When the mill strike started, there was crisis in every mill worker household.' 'One entire generation went without education.' 'Hunger forced them to take to crime.'

Ash-John film shoot delayed

Ash-John film shoot delayed

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

Sriram Raghavan's new film was supposed to go on the floors this month.

Indian cab driver's son tipped to save Aus for Ashes

Indian cab driver's son tipped to save Aus for Ashes

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

An Indian-origin rookie Australian pace bowler has been tipped as a probable hope for the Ashes after an explosive start to his first-class career and adapting well to the pressures of the Sheffield Shield.

Back injury threatens Coulter-Nile's Ashes dream

Back injury threatens Coulter-Nile's Ashes dream

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Australia fast bowler Nathan Coulter-Nile could miss the Ashes series against England after breaking down with another back injury.

Ashes PHOTOS: Siddle takes 5 to bowl out England for 215

Ashes PHOTOS: Siddle takes 5 to bowl out England for 215

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Images from day one of the first Ashes Test between England and Australia in Nottingham, on Wednesday.

Australia ponder Watson Ashes selection

Australia ponder Watson Ashes selection

Rediff.com28 Sep 2006

Australian all-rounder Shane Watson is being considered for the test side in the Ashes series against England starting in November, selector Allan Border said on Thursday.

Australian Open: All eyes on these 3 women

Australian Open: All eyes on these 3 women

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Three contenders for the women's singles title at the Australian Open.

Smith ruled out of third Ashes Test after concussion injury

Smith ruled out of third Ashes Test after concussion injury

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

Steve Smith was struck by a Jofra Archer bouncer in the first innings at Lords and was replaced by 'concussion sub' Marnus Labuschagne for the second innings.

'Hungrier' Warner out of exile and targeting Ashes tons

'Hungrier' Warner out of exile and targeting Ashes tons

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Some 17 months on, with his rehabilitation after a one-year ball-tampering ban apparently completed, the 32-year-old will return to the Test arena at Edgbaston on Thursday at the start of his sixth Ashes series.

Ashes gloom spreads in Britain

Ashes gloom spreads in Britain

Rediff.com24 Nov 2006

Steve Harmison's poor form with the ball was the focus of much of the criticism.

Check out Australia's Ashes squad

Check out Australia's Ashes squad

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

Penpix of players in Australia's Ashes squad.

Ashes 2017-18: Australia retain same team for second Test

Ashes 2017-18: Australia retain same team for second Test

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Australia will field the same team in the second Ashes Test against England, captain Steve Smith said on Friday, with uncapped local seamer Chadd Sayers and quick Jackson Bird again missing out.

Hayden cleared for Ashes opener

Hayden cleared for Ashes opener

Rediff.com17 Oct 2006

Australia opener Matthew Hayden will be fit for the Ashes series starting next month despite breaking a finger.

Gill sheds light on how fast-bowlers made a difference against England

Gill sheds light on how fast-bowlers made a difference against England

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

The pitches might not have been entirely in their favour, but the Indian pacers' ability to strike at vital situations has made a sea of difference in the Test series against England, reckons top-order batter Shubman Gill.

Injured Australia quick Pattinson eyes third Ashes Test

Injured Australia quick Pattinson eyes third Ashes Test

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Australia fast bowler James Pattinson is recovering from his back injury ahead of schedule and is targeting the third Test in Perth in a boost for the hosts' hopes of wresting the Ashes back from England.

Australia step up Ashes prep

Australia step up Ashes prep

Rediff.com24 Aug 2006

Australia's top players have swapped traditional white cricket clothing for Army greens as they step up their preparations for the Ashes series.

I could play three more Ashes series: Clarke

I could play three more Ashes series: Clarke

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Australian captain Michael Clarke has dismissed the idea of being driven into retirement by a degenerative back problem and believes he could play three more Ashes series over the next five years.

Warner battle ready for Ashes with hatred for England on mind

Warner battle ready for Ashes with hatred for England on mind

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

'You have to delve and dig deep into yourself to actually get some hatred about them to actually get up when you're out there. History is a big part in this and that is what carries us onto the ground'

Regaining Ashes is Warne's goal

Regaining Ashes is Warne's goal

Rediff.com25 Oct 2006

The ace leg spinner says victory in the series against Australia's oldest foes, starting in Brisbane next month, is his main concern.

2nd Ashes Test, PHOTOS: Root keeps England in chase after Anderson fifer

2nd Ashes Test, PHOTOS: Root keeps England in chase after Anderson fifer

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

IMAGES from Day 4 of the 2nd Ashes Test played at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide on Tuesday

Man-of-the-match Smith praises Australia's Ashes grit

Man-of-the-match Smith praises Australia's Ashes grit

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Australia captain and man-of-the-match Steve Smith praised his team's character after they saw off some stiff England resistance before trouncing the tourists by 10 wickets on day five of the series-opening Ashes Test.

'Warner missed absolute best time to retire'

'Warner missed absolute best time to retire'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting said, the struggling David Warner missed out on a golden opportunity to retire in front of his home crowd.

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Ashwin is the second highest wicket-taker in Tests for India behind Kumble (619), and the former India leg-spinner wasn't one bit surprised.

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 9 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

Langer may retire after Ashes

Langer may retire after Ashes

Rediff.com9 May 2006

The Aussie opener said it is the amount of time international players spent away from home that would be the decisive factor in his decision.

Ashes victory will help us grow as a team: Cook

Ashes victory will help us grow as a team: Cook

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

England vice-captain Alastair Cook believes this year's Ashes victory will represent the start of a new era rather than the end of one like in 2005, and that the players will build on their success, starting with South Africa this winter.

Steve Smith breaks silence: No Test retirement plans

Steve Smith breaks silence: No Test retirement plans

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Steve Smith's manager debunks former Australian captain's retirement talks

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

'There has not been a clear direction on what he's going to do yet, but we are still hopeful. I've always said his bowling would be a bonus, but just look at what he brings with the bat, even in the field.'

I'm available to captain for as long as the team needs: Marsh

I'm available to captain for as long as the team needs: Marsh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Mitchell Marsh said on Tuesday he will gladly captain Australia for as long as required as the all-rounder prepares to lead the Twenty20 and one-day sides on a tour of South Africa.

Stokes reveals how England were tamed by 'beasts' India

Stokes reveals how England were tamed by 'beasts' India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday said staying true to the 'Bazball' approach did not work and conceded that India were too good in their own conditions, always finding a way to wriggle out of tight curves.

Countdown to Ashes: Oz you like it

Countdown to Ashes: Oz you like it

Rediff.com23 Jun 2009

Australia captain Ricky Ponting has used his team's first-round exit from the Twenty20 World Cup for some intensive practice with his rebuilt side before the Ashes series starting next month.

Ashes 2017-18: Anderson scared of Australia's 'dangerous' bowling in Gabba?

Ashes 2017-18: Anderson scared of Australia's 'dangerous' bowling in Gabba?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

England paceman James Anderson raised concerns about potentially 'dangerous' short-pitched bowling at the tourists' tail-enders during the first Ashes Test, but his captain Joe Root said the lower order would just need to learn to 'deal with it'.

Cricket Buzz: Eng captain Morgan urges ODI stars to opt for Ashes over T20 leagues

Cricket Buzz: Eng captain Morgan urges ODI stars to opt for Ashes over T20 leagues

Rediff.com23 Sep 2017

In order to seal the place in the squad, the duo will have to cancel their league tours in South Africa and Bangladesh.

Cook predicts 'one hell of an Ashes battle'

Cook predicts 'one hell of an Ashes battle'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

England captain Alastair Cook has predicted "one hell of a battle" ahead of the start of the first Ashes Test against Australia at Trent Bridge on Wednesday.

Ashes: England collapse puts Australia in sight of victory

Ashes: England collapse puts Australia in sight of victory

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

England crumbled meekly to 107 for eight in reply to Australia's 481 to put the touring side firmly on course for victory in the final Ashes Test after a dramatic second day at The Oval on Friday.

Why this England pacer opted out of IPL 2023

Why this England pacer opted out of IPL 2023

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Having been out of the longest format of the game, Chris Woakes is hoping to return to the England line-up for the Ashes.

Cummins joins elite club as Aus close out successful year in style

Cummins joins elite club as Aus close out successful year in style

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Cummins's career haul is particularly noteworthy for a player who started his Test career aged 18, but spent more than five years out of the team due to a succession of injuries.

Ashes: Ruthless Rogers, Smith turn screw on England

Ashes: Ruthless Rogers, Smith turn screw on England

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Chris Rogers and Steve Smith plundered superb centuries to lead Australia to a commanding 337 for one on the first day of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's on Thursday.