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'Imran Khan should be looked after': Sourav Ganguly Bats For Former Pakistan Captain, Prime Minister

'Imran Khan should be looked after': Sourav Ganguly Bats For Former Pakistan Captain, Prime Minister

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly supports the appeal by ex-international captains for fair treatment and medical care for Imran Khan.

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Steve Waugh on Friday hit back at Shane Warne after the legendary spinner reignited a long-running feud between the two by calling the former Australia captain a selfish cricketer.

Ganguly reveals why he kept Steve Waugh waiting

Ganguly reveals why he kept Steve Waugh waiting

Rediff.com30 Jul 2009

Almost eight years after he got under the skin of Steve Waugh in the 2001 series, Sourav Ganguly on Thursday revealed the secret of making the Australian captain wait for the toss.

I still prefer to have toss in Test cricket: Steve Waugh

I still prefer to have toss in Test cricket: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh has denied of backing fellow countryman Ricky Ponting's demand of gettind rid of toss before a Test match, stating that he would prefer the system to remain as it is.

Kiwis have set 'blueprint' for England to rebuild: Steve Waugh

Kiwis have set 'blueprint' for England to rebuild: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Former Australian captain Steve Waugh has said that New Zealand has set the blueprint for England cricket team to rebuild on and off the pitch.

I wish I could have played Twenty20: Steve Waugh

I wish I could have played Twenty20: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh, known for his risk-free batting style that brought him nearly 11,000 Test runs, wishes he could have flung the bat in the Twenty20 format.

Steve Waugh rates this player above Sachin, Lara and Kallis

Steve Waugh rates this player above Sachin, Lara and Kallis

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh has overlooked legends Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, Jacques Kallis, Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne to select Adam Gilchrist as the greatest player of the 21st century. Waugh said Gilchrist's game-changing career, in which he effectively evolved the wicketkeeping position to wicketkeeper-batsman, was what made him his No.1 choice. "I think the guy who's changed the game the most you would have to say is Adam Gilchrist," Waugh told Cricket Australia.

Indian-origin pacer Gurinder Sandhu wins Steve Waugh Medal

Indian-origin pacer Gurinder Sandhu wins Steve Waugh Medal

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Upcoming Australian pacer Gurinder Sandhu of Indian origin has toppled veteran wicketkeeper Brad Haddin to win the prestigious Steve Waugh Medal as the best New South Wales cricketer for the year 2012-13.

Steve Waugh crosses 10,000-run mark in Tests

Steve Waugh crosses 10,000-run mark in Tests

Rediff.com3 Jan 2003

Australia captain became only the third player in history to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket when he made an unbeaten 69 against England.

Spotted: Lara and Steve Waugh during an ad shoot

Spotted: Lara and Steve Waugh during an ad shoot

Rediff.com12 Dec 2006

Reader Arvind Akshay sent us pictures of Brian Lara and Steve Waugh.

Sachin Tendulkar, Steve Waugh to be inducted as Bradman Honourees

Sachin Tendulkar, Steve Waugh to be inducted as Bradman Honourees

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar's tryst with Australia and "The Don" continues as the legendary batsman will be inducted as a Bradman Honouree along with former Test captain Steve Waugh at a gala dinner in Sydney on October 29.

Morgan's England in a special class, says Steve Waugh

Morgan's England in a special class, says Steve Waugh

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

Steve Waugh, who captained England to the World Cup triumph in 1999, says Eoin Morgan's side is one of the best one-day teams he's seen and would compete against anyone of the previous eras.

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 12 other former international captains have written to Pakistan's government expressing concern over jailed ex-PM Imran Khan's health and calling for proper medical care and dignified treatment.

DRS row: Smith must have learnt a lesson, says Steve Waugh

DRS row: Smith must have learnt a lesson, says Steve Waugh

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

A 'brain fade' moment led to Steven Smith seeking dressing advice for a DRS referral in the second Test against India and his word should be taken at face value, feels former Australia captain Steve Waugh.

Steve Waugh's son Austin scores brilliant ton to help team claim U-17 national title

Steve Waugh's son Austin scores brilliant ton to help team claim U-17 national title

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Former Australian captain Steve Waugh's son Austin is following in his father's footsteps. Playing in the Under 17 National Championships, Austin scored a brilliant century to help his team New South Wales Metro seal a massive victory over Queensland in the final. Austin smashed 122 runs from 136 balls, which included four fours and four sixes respectively, to help NSW Metro reach 6-274 from their 50 overs.

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia's T20 World Cup campaign hangs by a thread after shock defeats to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, with injury setbacks and controversial selection decisions -- including Steve Smith's omission -- drawing sharp criticism.

Steve Waugh: Kohli has a bit of Ricky and myself in his captaincy

Steve Waugh: Kohli has a bit of Ricky and myself in his captaincy

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Former Australia skipper Steve Waugh, on Thursday, hailed Virat Kohli's leadership, saying he sees elements of himself and his successor Ricky Ponting in the Indian's leadership.

Steve Waugh's son named in Australia U-19 WC squad

Steve Waugh's son named in Australia U-19 WC squad

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The side, led by Jason Sangha, also includes Will Sutherland, son of Cricket Australia's (CA) chief executive James Sutherland. Sutherland Jr is the vice-captain of the side.

Sledging is not going to worry Kohli: Steve Waugh warns Aussies

Sledging is not going to worry Kohli: Steve Waugh warns Aussies

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Steve Waugh feels Kohli is now much more in control as a player and would be keen to lead the team to a series win abroad.

Ashwin is Bradman of bowling: Steve Waugh

Ashwin is Bradman of bowling: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

The 51-year-old legendary batsman said that it would be a difficult series for Australia as India are a very settled side and Virat Kohli's captaincy is contagious.

'Hard as Ponting': Brett Lee in awe of Shubman Gill

'Hard as Ponting': Brett Lee in awe of Shubman Gill

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Brett Lee compared Gill's captaincy style to that of Australian legends Ricky Ponting and Steve Waugh, highlighting his ability to command respect and stand firm in challenging moments.

Australia turn to Steve Waugh for pep talk ahead of quarters

Australia turn to Steve Waugh for pep talk ahead of quarters

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Australia have drawn inspiration from former World Cup-winning captain Steve Waugh in how to handle big-match pressure ahead of Friday's quarter-final against Pakistan.

Steve Waugh: Australia must be wary of West Indies

Steve Waugh: Australia must be wary of West Indies

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Barty too hot for Kenin as Aussie's French Open run continues

'Australia can assist India in Olympic sports'

'Australia can assist India in Olympic sports'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Australia can definitely help India to become better at Olympic sports: Steve Waugh

Steve Waugh bats for Marsh to open with Warner in India

Steve Waugh bats for Marsh to open with Warner in India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Steve Waugh wants Shaun Marsh to open alongside David Warner when Australia take on India.

Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Steve Smith is the 15th player to go past the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket.

'They're now role models for the young girls in India'

'They're now role models for the young girls in India'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

India joined Australia, England, and New Zealand as ICC Women's Cricket World Cup winners, and, like the latter two, achieved this feat for the first time on home soil.

'Kohli is probably the greatest one-day player of all time'

'Kohli is probably the greatest one-day player of all time'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Someone like Virat Kohli, that's a once-in-a-generation sort of player.'

No loyalty to team, there's loyalty to money now: Steve Waugh

No loyalty to team, there's loyalty to money now: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The 'loyalty to money' which Twenty20 leagues around the world are promoting has made it impossible for any country to strike the perfect balance between all three formats of cricket, says former Australian captain Steve Waugh.

Steve Waugh: Australia will learn from defeat by India

Steve Waugh: Australia will learn from defeat by India

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Australia won't be too disappointed after losing to India as they have time to dissect this loss, fine tune their process, tinker with batting orders and bowling options and manoeuvre things around before the semi-finals come around, writes Steve Waugh.

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be 'complacent or relax' if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket.

Why Babar flopped in Big Bash League

Why Babar flopped in Big Bash League

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Babar Azam's first Big Bash League stint ended early as the Pakistan star returned home before Sydney Sixers' eliminator after an underwhelming season.

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Steve Waugh expressed disbelief at 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's impeccable timing and advised him to focus on 'control' to avoid being a supernova.

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A look at some of the major controversies in past World Cups.

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Traditionally carved from top-quality willow, famous bat-makers, source the bulk of their willow wood from Kashmir.

Aus Old Guard Faces Scrutiny in Bid to Retain Ashes

Aus Old Guard Faces Scrutiny in Bid to Retain Ashes

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'That so many have reached such an advanced stage of their careers without obvious replacements is certainly a reflection of their quality, but will be a matter of concern in the case of more injuries during the series.'

How Simmo helped Hayden become a sweep shot master

How Simmo helped Hayden become a sweep shot master

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Taught me how to play sweep against spin: Matthew Hayden pays heartfelt tribute to Bob Simpson

Kohli was little over the top in South Africa: Steve Waugh

Kohli was little over the top in South Africa: Steve Waugh

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Virat Kohli's aggression was a "little over the top" in the recent tour of South Africa but it is all a part of his development as a charismatic India captain, feels former Australia skipper Steve Waugh.

Vulnerable India's struggles at home laid bare

Vulnerable India's struggles at home laid bare

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The once familiar sight of nimble-footed, whippywristed Indian batters dominating spin looks a distant memory, replaced by the horror of watching South Africa off-spinner Simon Harmer wreak havoc by taking 17 wickets over the two Tests.

Kohli has to mature; must learn from Dhoni, says Steve Waugh

Kohli has to mature; must learn from Dhoni, says Steve Waugh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Australia's World Cup-winning captain Steve Waugh feels India's latest batting sensation Virat Kohli must learn from Mahendra Singh Dhoni to keep his emotions in check and mature as a captain.