News for 'Steve Waugh'

Why Abhishek Bachchan Wants Dhoni To Play In European T20 League

Why Abhishek Bachchan Wants Dhoni To Play In European T20 League

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Abhishek Bachchan expresses his desire to see MS Dhoni play in the European T20 Premier League, highlighting the league's commitment to quality cricket and nurturing local talent.

'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.com17 Feb 2026

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

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.

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.

'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.'

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

Tendulkar hails gutsy Waugh

Tendulkar hails "gutsy" Waugh

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

The Indian batting ace said Steve Waugh was at a different level as far as mental toughness is concerned.

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

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.

On this day: The Waughs became first pair of twins to play Test cricket

On this day: The Waughs became first pair of twins to play Test cricket

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Steve made his debut on the Boxing Day Test in 1985 against India, while Mark played his first Test in 1991 against England at the Oval.

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

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 is one of my heroes: Dravid

Steve is one of my heroes: Dravid

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

The Indian vice-captain said the intensity and commitment Waugh brought to his batting was phenomenal.

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.'

Steve Waugh on his decision to quit

Steve Waugh on his decision to quit

Rediff.com27 Nov 2003

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.

Waugh is Sarwan's inspiration

Waugh is Sarwan's inspiration

Rediff.com18 May 2003

The West Indies middle order batsman said he learnt being mentally tough from the Aussie skipper.

Waugh goes online for charity

Waugh goes online for charity

Rediff.com15 Oct 2003

Australia's Test captain launched a unique on-line fund raising 'Art Union' directed at cricket lovers in India and Australia.

Declaration was a bit late: Waugh

Declaration was a bit late: Waugh

Rediff.com6 Jan 2004

The outgoing Australia skipper said 440 was too huge a target and it gave them only two per cent chance of winning.

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.

Waugh returns to give Australia an Ashes lift

Waugh returns to give Australia an Ashes lift

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

Australia have brought back former captain Steve Waugh to help the squad prepare for the final stretch of the Ashes series against England as the tourists look to rebound from the painful third Test defeat at Headingley. Waugh had left the squad after the first two Tests as scheduled but has rejoined the group ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, starting on Wednesday.

Waugh's life as young cricketer in fine print

Waugh's life as young cricketer in fine print

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh's life as a young kid with a dream to represent his country to ultimately fulfilling those ambitions formed the subject of a children's book, which aims to encourage youngsters to develop interest in the game.

Steve ahead of the team?

Steve ahead of the team?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2004

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.

Waugh, Akram inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Waugh, Akram inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Federation of International Cricketers' Associations (FICA) on Wednesday acknowledged the services to cricket of some of the all-time greats of the game with five new inductees to the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

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

Waugh supports Muralitharan

Waugh supports Muralitharan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2004

The former Australian captain said the Sri Lanka off-spinner's action is legal.

Warne tears into Waugh, says he is 'most selfish cricketer I've played with'

Warne tears into Waugh, says he is 'most selfish cricketer I've played with'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

His long-standing feud with Steve Waugh was out in the open once again when spin legend Shane Warne slammed the former Australian captain as being a 'selfish cricketer'.

Waugh leaves imperishable legacy

Waugh leaves imperishable legacy

Rediff.com6 Jan 2004

Public has almost overdosed on cricket: Waugh

Public has almost overdosed on cricket: Waugh

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh feels "the public has almost overdosed on cricket" and is disappointed with the crammed schedule.

Waugh wants runners banned

Waugh wants runners banned

Rediff.com1 Jan 2004

"I think batsmen if they get injured, they've got to play their shots or get out," the Australian captain said.

Why last 3 years were the 'hardest' for Steve Smith

Why last 3 years were the 'hardest' for Steve Smith

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Australia's senior batter Steve Smith said the last three years have been the most challenging because of Kookaburra changing their ball in 2020.

Waugh names India, Australia as favourites

Waugh names India, Australia as favourites

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh on Monday put his money on India, Australia, South Africa and Sri Lanka to emerge triumphant in the upcoming World Cup.

Waugh feels for Warne

Waugh feels for Warne

Rediff.com13 Aug 2003

The Australian Test captain urged fans not to make their judgement without knowing the full facts.

Bangladesh need support: Waugh

Bangladesh need support: Waugh

Rediff.com26 Jun 2003

Australia's Test captain defended the minnows' right to play his side next month in a two-Test series.

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Watching India and Australia compete in the series-deciding fifth Test was some experience for the 54-year-old American tennis legend.

Waugh's mental disintegration: 'Pressure is on India'

Waugh's mental disintegration: 'Pressure is on India'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

The former captain added, "So for Australia it's about enjoying it, working together and not looking too far ahead."

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.

Waugh excuses himself from race

Waugh excuses himself from race

Rediff.com1 May 2005

Steve Waugh has said he is too busy writing the autobiography and his charity work to take up the job as India's coach

Ashes series wide open: Waugh

Ashes series wide open: Waugh

Rediff.com30 Apr 2009

This year's Ashes series is shaping up to be one of the most even in years, former Australia captain Steve Waugh said Thursday. Waugh said he considered the Australians to be slight favourites but there was no reason England could not repeat their series victory at home four years ago.