News for 'Sunil Gavaskar'

Gavaskar questions Dhoni's long break from game

Gavaskar questions Dhoni's long break from game

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Dhoni's future has been a subject of intense speculation since India's World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand on July 9.

Gavaskar wants Fletcher sacked; suggests Dravid as chief coach

Gavaskar wants Fletcher sacked; suggests Dravid as chief coach

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar lashed out at chief coach Duncan Fletcher on Monday and suggested that Rahul Dravid should replace him.

Gavaskar more difficult to bowl to: Akram

Gavaskar more difficult to bowl to: Akram

Rediff.com15 Dec 2004

But the former Pakistan great would include both Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar in his dream World XI.

Kapil supports Gavaskar's views on sledging

Kapil supports Gavaskar's views on sledging

Rediff.com2 Aug 2003

The legendary all-rounder said matches should be won through performance and not 'unfair' means.

Gavaskar picks Mayank-Rohit as openers; Gill over Vihari

Gavaskar picks Mayank-Rohit as openers; Gill over Vihari

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

It is interesting to note that both Mayank and Vihari have not lived up to the expectation

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar believes Ravindra Jadeja will be ready to take over the mantle of Chennai Super Kings' captaincy if the Mahendra Singh Dhoni decides to take a game or two off in IPL 2022.

Gavaskar slams Team India's optional practice regimen

Gavaskar slams Team India's optional practice regimen

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

The Indian cricket team's run of poor form has prompted former captain Sunil Gavaskar to come down heavily on the beleaguered players, questioning their "abysmal work ethic" following the side's defeat to arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup.

Gavaskar says Shami reminds him of WI legend Marshall

Gavaskar says Shami reminds him of WI legend Marshall

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

Having claimed 42 wickets, one in the 3rd ODI against the Windies on Sunday, Mohammed Shami became the highest wicket-taker in ODIs in 2019 .

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Spinner Kuldeep Yadav's surprise exclusion from the playing XI in the second Test against Bangladesh drew a strong criticism from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Vanishing firms: Police case against Gavaskar

Vanishing firms: Police case against Gavaskar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2004

The Registrar of Companies, Ahmedabad, has lodged a police complaint against legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar and four others here alleging that they did not use the amount raised through a public issue after floating a company.

Gill nearly perfect, Siraj simply fearless: Tendulkar

Gill nearly perfect, Siraj simply fearless: Tendulkar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill was extremely consistent with thought process, respected good balls: Sachin Tendulkar

Gavaskar backs Sehwag, Gambhir to return for SA tour

Gavaskar backs Sehwag, Gambhir to return for SA tour

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir might not pair up as opening partners for the country again but the two senior players can still make individual comebacks, feels Sunil Gavaskar.

Degrees of flexion not specific: Gavaskar

Degrees of flexion not specific: Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 May 2004

The ICC's Cricket Committee-Playing chairman said there is a certain amount of bending the arm in most bowlers' actions when seen in slow motion.

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'He devoted his entire life for the betterment of Mumbai cricket and cricketers.' 'Even when he left for the Elysian Fields, he was in harness as mentor/advisor to the MCA.' Hemant Kenkre mourns the passing of Mumbai cricket icon Milind Rege.

'Anushka's Been By My Side Through Thick And Thin'

'Anushka's Been By My Side Through Thick And Thin'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

'She knows everything that goes on behind the scenes.' 'I take pride in performing for the country. Feels amazing, the fact that she's here makes it more special.'

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Gavaskar also cited fielding as one the reason for India's below-par performance.

ICC rankings: Yashasvi Jaiswal storms into top 10

ICC rankings: Yashasvi Jaiswal storms into top 10

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal has smashed 655 runs in four Tests against England with two fifties and as many centuries.

Kohli can break Tendulkar's century record in ODIs, says Gavaskar

Kohli can break Tendulkar's century record in ODIs, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar believes the Indian batting sensation can break retiring legend Sachin Tendulkar's record number of tons in the 50-over format.

KKR not working for Sunil Narine?

KKR not working for Sunil Narine?

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Former Windies skipper Daren Ganga believes a change of franchise might help Sunil Narine.

It's good to know that I am in Dickie's team: Gavaskar

It's good to know that I am in Dickie's team: Gavaskar

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar is happy to be a part of Dickie Bird's all-time Test XI even as some former cricketers called the ex-English umpire's composition as "biased" and "ill-balanced".

Players abused Wright: Gavaskar

Players abused Wright: Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 May 2005

The former India captain and ace batsman made the comment in a newspaper column on Sunday.

March 6, 1971: Gavaskar rewinds his 'nervous' Test debut

March 6, 1971: Gavaskar rewinds his 'nervous' Test debut

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Sunil Gavaskar completed 50 years of his association with Indian cricket on Sunday -- five decades in which he has remained ever-relevant taking on a variety of roles.

Gavaskar hasn't been asked to step down: BCCI

Gavaskar hasn't been asked to step down: BCCI

Rediff.com26 Mar 2008

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Wednesday said media speculation about Sunil Gavaskar being asked to step down as chairman of the ICC Cricket Committee is 'totally incorrect'. 'The ICC has confirmed to the Indian Board that there has been no discussion to remove Gavaskar. The media speculation about removal of Gavaskar based on a report in a London paper is totally incorrect,' the BCCI said in a statement.

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Rohit aims to bring Champions Trophy to Wankhede

IPL cannot be blamed for batsmen's poor techinque: Gavaskar

IPL cannot be blamed for batsmen's poor techinque: Gavaskar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, on Monday, refuted suggestions that the technique of the Indian batsmen has been affected due to the slam-bang approach in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Waugh passes Gavaskar, Bradman

Waugh passes Gavaskar, Bradman

Rediff.com3 May 2003

Gavaskar peeved by ICC's new rule against runners

Gavaskar peeved by ICC's new rule against runners

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the ICC's decision to abolish runners for injured batsmen in one-day cricket, saying even bowlers should not be allowed to have water as rules should be the same for everyone.

Gavaskar on why India must pick Karthik for T20 World Cup

Gavaskar on why India must pick Karthik for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar reckons that Dinesh Karthik can play the role of a finisher for the Indian team in the T20 World Cup later this year.

Heartbreaking: Allan Border battling Parkinson's disease

Heartbreaking: Allan Border battling Parkinson's disease

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Former Australia captain Border reveals he has Parkinson's disease

Gavaskar defends under fire BCCI chief Srinivasan

Gavaskar defends under fire BCCI chief Srinivasan

Rediff.com27 May 2013

Asked about BCCI president N Srinivasan describing S Sreesanth and his two Rajasthan Royals team-mates as accused while he did not do so while referring to his son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan, Sunil Gavasakar said it is just a matter of semantics.

We might see Kohli from 2016 in IPL 2022: Gavaskar

We might see Kohli from 2016 in IPL 2022: Gavaskar

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

With the change in leadership at Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2022 might get to see the Virat Kohli from the 2016 season when he amassed over 900 runs, reckons former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

When Gavaskar saved a family from a mob during the Bombay riots

When Gavaskar saved a family from a mob during the Bombay riots

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, who was known to take on the pace-battery of West Indies bowlers during his playing days with aplomb, also showed "courage" to save a family during the 1993 Bombay riots.

'Kohli Will Be Very, Very, Hungry'

'Kohli Will Be Very, Very, Hungry'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

'Having performed on these grounds, he'll feel that extra bit of confidence.' 'Of course, you need a bit of luck at the start, but if he gets off to a good start, he will get big runs.'

Kapil's 175 best ODI innings ever: Gavaskar

Kapil's 175 best ODI innings ever: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday described Kapil Dev's unbeaten 175-run knock against Zimbabwe during India's successful 1983 World Cup campaign as the "best one-day innings" ever.

Krishna can a very good bowler in Tests: Gavaskar

Krishna can a very good bowler in Tests: Gavaskar

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar believes new fast bowling sensation Prasidh Krishna can serve India well in Test cricket with his "pace and seam position" and should be considered for the longest format just like Jasprit Bumrah was in 2018.

Gavaskar, Tendulkar on how to improve Mumbai cricket

Gavaskar, Tendulkar on how to improve Mumbai cricket

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar believe that the T20 Mumbai League will benefit the youngsters in the city and also them give them an opportunity to catch the attention of the IPL teams.

Gavaskar's almighty praise for RCB's outgoing captain Kohli

Gavaskar's almighty praise for RCB's outgoing captain Kohli

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

'He has given RCB that kind of profile, that brand recognition that very (few) cricketers have given to their franchise'.

When Gavaskar did a Dhoni

When Gavaskar did a Dhoni

Rediff.com6 Jun 2009

Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday came out in support of Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his team saying they were justified in staging a show of unity. The former India captain recalled that he and some of his team members were involved in something similar during their playing days too.

Who Calls the Shots in CSK? MSD Or Rutu?

Who Calls the Shots in CSK? MSD Or Rutu?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Clips from CSK's first two matches show Dhoni actively involved in setting the field, leading to questions about Gaikwad's authority as the new leader.

Buchanan hits back at Gavaskar

Buchanan hits back at Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 Apr 2009

Former Australian coach John Buchanan on Sunday hit back at Sunil Gavaskar for taking a dig at his modest playing career and questioning his success as coach, saying his similarities with ex-captain Steve Waugh took the team to dizzy heights.