News for 'Sunil Gavaskar'

'India Will Bounce Back'

'India Will Bounce Back'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'You have to think positive and play positively only then you will get a positive result.'

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Playing his 32nd Test, he showed no signs of nervousness and batted with his signature effortless ease.

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

There cannot be a bigger blessing than a second shot at a healthy life for children born with congenital heart disease, said the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, whose biggest pledge on his 72nd birthday is to bring smiles on those cute little faces.

Champions Trophy: India leg of trophy tour concludes

Champions Trophy: India leg of trophy tour concludes

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

"The Trophy Tour has covered all eight participating nations during its global journey and, with the conclusion of India leg, it will now travel to its final stop in Pakistan," the ICC said in a statement on Monday.

Virat Kohli Enters 9,000 Club

Virat Kohli Enters 9,000 Club

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

This achievement places him in an elite group of Indian cricketers, joining Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid as the only Indians to have reached this landmark.

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar dismissed conspiracy theories around the pitch for the World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand, asking the "morons" to shut up and stop taking potshots at the hosts.

'He's just getting started': Gill's childhood coach predicts

'He's just getting started': Gill's childhood coach predicts

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Tinku commended Gill's strong technical foundation and composure, expressing confidence that this is just the beginning of a record-breaking career.

'Gill answered all questions with his bat'

'Gill answered all questions with his bat'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel on Friday hailed Shubman Gill for the determination and strength of character he showcased during the drawn series.

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

'His ability to handle spin, pace, and, most importantly, to deliver under pressure is what sets him apart as a promising youngster.'

Boos Rain Down On Siraj At Gabba

Boos Rain Down On Siraj At Gabba

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

'Siraj is now getting flak from the same 'saints' of Australian cricket who once prided themselves on their on-field aggression.'

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'I wanted a player of his calibre to take on one of the strongest sides in the country.' 'However, he stuck to his guns, and we had an argument.'

Gavaskar recalls how Sobers helped him keep place in side

Gavaskar recalls how Sobers helped him "keep place in side"

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The legendary batsman made his Test debut on March 6, 1971 against the West Indies, a series which India won. He then went on to become the first batsman to score 10,000 Test runs.

Calmness that Hardik brings reminiscent of Dhoni: Gavaskar

Calmness that Hardik brings reminiscent of Dhoni: Gavaskar

Rediff.com27 May 2023

Gujarat Titans, under the guidance of Hardik Pandya, sailed into their second successive IPL final after blowing away five-time champions Mumbai Indians.

Gavaskar criticised for comments

Gavaskar criticised for comments

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

Former New Zealand captain John Reid has lambasted Sunil Gavaskar for his comments against white Match Referees and demanded an action from the International Cricket Council (ICC) against the Indian batting great.

Gavaskar drops big hint regarding IPL 2020

Gavaskar drops big hint regarding IPL 2020

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Sunil Gavaskar feels that once the Australia government has now formally announced that 25 per cent crowd can turn up for sporting events, a World T20 in October looks more imminent than IPL.

Gill Roars! Joins Legends with Historic Hundred

Gill Roars! Joins Legends with Historic Hundred

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill walked out at Edgbaston with questions swirling around his captaincy - and answered them with his bat

Gavaskar@50: 15 interesting facts

Gavaskar@50: 15 interesting facts

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

It was this day, March 6, in 1971 that Sunil Manohar Gavaskar made his debut in Test cricket.

SC verdict will make things clear: Gavaskar

SC verdict will make things clear: Gavaskar

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Preferring to play safe, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that the whole IPL spot-fixing saga will become clear once the Supreme Court verdict is out in the open.

Happy Birthday, Sunny Gavaskar!

Happy Birthday, Sunny Gavaskar!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

Haresh Pandya pays tribute to the former Test run-machine who turns 63 today.

Gavaskar's foundation comes to aid of ailing hockey Olympian MP Singh

Gavaskar's foundation comes to aid of ailing hockey Olympian MP Singh

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 'The CHAMPS Foundation', which has been helping a lot of sports personalities under financial distress for more than two decades, have come to the aid of ailing hockey Olympian Mohinder Pal Singh.

'If Money Is Good, I Will Play The Role'

'If Money Is Good, I Will Play The Role'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Rahul Dravid had the audience in splits with his humorous reply.

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday named a stand each after the incumbent India Test captain Rohit Sharma, former skipper Ajit Wadekar and ex-BCCI president Sharad Pawar here at the Wankhede Stadium.

Gavaskar backs Dravid-Rohit partnership to work well

Gavaskar backs Dravid-Rohit partnership to work well

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Highlighting the similarities between, Rohit Sharma, who took over as T20 skipper from Virat Kohli, and Dravid, Gavaskar said the two men will work well together easily.

Gavaskar defends Ponting

Gavaskar defends Ponting

Rediff.com19 Apr 2006

"I don't think there is any problem with Ricky at all," said the former India captain.

IPL franchises promise support to BCCI chief Gavaskar

IPL franchises promise support to BCCI chief Gavaskar

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

The eight franchises of the Indian Premier League pledged support to Sunil Gavaskar for a successful hosting of the seventh edition of the Indian Premier League, starting on April 16 in the United Arab Emirates.

Aussie media act like team's support staff: Gavaskar

Aussie media act like team's support staff: Gavaskar

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Gavaskar feels that one should do the talking with the bat or ball rather than words.

Back home from England, Gill set for domestic grind!

Back home from England, Gill set for domestic grind!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Test skipper Shubman Gill was on Thursday named captain of the North Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, beginning August 28, less than three weeks after he led a young Indian side to a thrilling 2-2 draw against England in a gruelling five-Test series.

Gill vs Stokes vs Mulder: ICC's player of the month battle

Gill vs Stokes vs Mulder: ICC's player of the month battle

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

India captain Shubman Gill was on Wednesday named among the three nominees for ICC's Player of the Month award for July along with South Africa's Wiaan Mulder and England skipper Ben Stokes.

When Women In Blue Stayed At NRI Homes During Tours!

When Women In Blue Stayed At NRI Homes During Tours!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

There was no money, sponsors didn't make a beeline and foreign tours were an ordeal, but there were women of steel who believed in the old adage that "the show must go on." And Nutan Gavaskar was the first among equals, one of the torchbearers of the women's cricket movement in India back then in 1973.

Gavaskar visits Jugraj

Gavaskar visits Jugraj

Rediff.com16 Oct 2003

'You will recover fast and will play in the Olympics next year,' the cricket legend told the injured hockey ace.

Will Rohit Make Way For Rahul?

Will Rohit Make Way For Rahul?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma is set to bat down the order in the second Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval.

Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks silence after BGT defeat

Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks silence after BGT defeat

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal on Monday termed his maiden tour of Australia a learning experience and vowed to come back stronger

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Take a look at the numbers and narratives that made Edgbaston Test one for the ages.

'Won't Be Surprised If He's Back Amongst The Runs'

'Won't Be Surprised If He's Back Amongst The Runs'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

'He is putting in the hard yards, he is putting in the effort.'

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Rishabh Pant may be dropped for the final Test in the Border Gavaskar series.

Rahul, Jadeja On Cusp Of Massive Milestones!

Rahul, Jadeja On Cusp Of Massive Milestones!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India's K L Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja will be eager to put their best foot forward and etch their name in the record books in the fourth Test at Manchester.

Virat overtakes Gavaskar, Bradman

Virat overtakes Gavaskar, Bradman

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

The guy revises the record books every game. Rajneesh Gupta gives us the latest numbers on the Indian skipper's awesome exploits on the cricket field.

Laxman Head Coach For South Africa T20Is

Laxman Head Coach For South Africa T20Is

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Since Head Coach Gautam Gambhir will travel to Australia with the Rohit Sharma-led Test team on November 10, he will not be available to coach the T20I team for the series that will go on till November 15.

Tendulkar surpasses Gavaskar

Tendulkar surpasses Gavaskar

Rediff.com28 Mar 2005

The batting ace overtook Sunil Gavaskar as India's highest run-scorer by getting to 10,123 runs in his 123rd Test.

Run-machine Kohli matches Gavaskar, Dravid in record books

Run-machine Kohli matches Gavaskar, Dravid in record books

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

India captain Virat Kohli struck his 15th Test century while opener Murali Vijay hit form and compiled a ton of his own to help India wrest control on Day 3 of the 4th Test in Mumbai on Saturday. Here are the statistical highlights from the third day's play of the fourth cricket Test played between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.