News for 'Sunil Gavaskar'

Dhoni has no place up in top-order: Gavaskar

Dhoni has no place up in top-order: Gavaskar

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar on Friday joined the debate on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's batting position, saying that current skipper has no place in the top order of the star-studded Indian line-up.

Jail terms on Pak trio will have deterrent effect: Gavaskar

Jail terms on Pak trio will have deterrent effect: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that jail terms being handed to three Pakistani players by a London court today for spot-fixing would act as a deterrent to young cricketers from getting involved in such corrupt practices.

Ban on Gambhir too harsh: Gavaskar

Ban on Gambhir too harsh: Gavaskar

Rediff.com31 Oct 2008

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar flayed the one-Test ban on Gautam Gambhir, for elbowing Shane Watson, saying he should have been fined 100 per cent of his match fee instead.

'Pant Should Be Criticised...'

'Pant Should Be Criticised...'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'He is a great player not scoring enough runs & that's the crux of it.'

Shah Rukh Bowls Over IPL Fans

Shah Rukh Bowls Over IPL Fans

Rediff.com22 May 2024

'He's an absolute legend. Lots of love and respect,' Aakash Chopra complimented the megastar on X.

I was baffled by the turn of events: Gavaskar

I was baffled by the turn of events: Gavaskar

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar, on Wednesday, clarified that he did not used the word "u-turn" and was only "baffled by the turn of events" as far as his IPL contract row with the BCCI was concerned.

'They think they know everything'

'They think they know everything'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'Sometimes too much money comes, arrogance comes.'

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 takes on Shastri over 'best Indian team overseas' comment

Gavaskar takes on Shastri over 'best Indian team overseas' comment

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar reminded Ravi Shastri that India had won Test series in West Indies and England, a day after the under-fire coach claimed his side has better overseas record than teams of the last 15-20 years.

Two players approached by bookies in this IPL: Gavaskar

Two players approached by bookies in this IPL: Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Sunil Gavaskar, the interim president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India-IPL, admitted on Thursday that two cricketers were approached by bookies during the ongoing seventh season, and the matter was reported to the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit officials (ACSU).

Gavaskar, Ganguly to give lecture at Oxford

Gavaskar, Ganguly to give lecture at Oxford

Rediff.com27 Jun 2009

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who made his debut in television commentary in the Twenty20 World Cup, has been invited to give lecture at the University of Oxford in England as part of ICC centenary celebrations.

Rajinikanth, Ajay Devgn Cheer India

Rajinikanth, Ajay Devgn Cheer India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Present at the stadium to promote Bholaa, his coming film, Ajay Devgn was seen conversing with Sanjay Manjrekar and Sunil Gavaskar.

Time to breed young blood into the Indian squad: Gavaskar

Time to breed young blood into the Indian squad: Gavaskar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

With India's Test tour of Australia heading towards a disaster, former captain Sunil Gavaskar called for axing some of the senior players in the side and bring in young blood to take the team forward.

Will take government's advice: Gavaskar on attending Imran's swearing-in

Will take government's advice: Gavaskar on attending Imran's swearing-in

Rediff.com5 Aug 2018

'I would like to take our government's OK, take their view'

'Thank you Gavaskar sir...but there is only one MSD, I am happy to be Dhruv'

'Thank you Gavaskar sir...but there is only one MSD, I am happy to be Dhruv'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

He might be drawing comparisons with Mahendra Singh Dhoni, but wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel on Friday said nobody can quite match up to the former India captain and he would rather focus on carving his own niche in international cricket.

Gavaskar slams decision to resume cricket with Pakistan

Gavaskar slams decision to resume cricket with Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has criticised the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to revive Indo-Pak bilateral cricket ties, saying Pakistan is not cooperating with the Mumbai terror attacks probe.

BCCI has made a U-turn on my contract: Gavaskar

BCCI has made a U-turn on my contract: Gavaskar

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar lashed out at the Board of Control for Cricket in India on Tuesday after his demand for US $1 million (approximately Rs 5 crore) per season for media and governing council-related activities involving the Indian Premier League was turned down by the board's working committee.

Of Gavaskar and memories of the Cup

Of Gavaskar and memories of the Cup

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

'Very few things have given me greater joy than watching/hearing Gavaskar take on some of the fastest bowlers the game has seen, with guts, without the now ubiquitous helmet, says M P Anil Kumar.

India's chances hinge on Pant-Jadeja on Day 3

India's chances hinge on Pant-Jadeja on Day 3

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Gavaskar said India need to put their "head down" and try and get as close as possible to Australia's total. R

India's tour of Pakistan impossible: Gavaskar

India's tour of Pakistan impossible: Gavaskar

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar says it is 'impossible' for India to tour Pakistan early next year with the political equation between the two countries growing tricky in the aftermath of Mumbai terror attacks.

This will be a Sachin vs Aus series: Gavaskar

This will be a Sachin vs Aus series: Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Oct 2009

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has warned the Australians to be wary of in-form Sachin Tendulkar, saying the Indian star would come out all guns blazing against them in the upcoming seven-match ODI series, starting on October 25.

Why Gavaskar rates Rahane's ton as important in Indian cricket history

Why Gavaskar rates Rahane's ton as important in Indian cricket history

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Stand-in skipper, Rahane's patient 112 paved the way for India taking a substantial 131-run first innings lead against Australia, who were reduced to 133 for six by the end of the third day's play on Monday.

Gambhir best Indian opener after Gavaskar: Sehwag

Gambhir best Indian opener after Gavaskar: Sehwag

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

Virender Sehwag has forced many a bowler into submission with his explosive batting, but on Tuesday he doffed his hat to Gautam Gambhir, describing him as the best Indian opener after the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Gavaskar likens 'phenomenal' Kohli to Miandad

Gavaskar likens 'phenomenal' Kohli to Miandad

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Kohli holds the record for most Test appearances as India Test captain (68) and he also holds the record for most Test wins by an Indian captain (40). Only Graeme Smith, Ricky Ponting, and Steve Waugh have won more matches than Kohli as captain in Test cricket.

Gavaskar slams Trott for breaching 'Spirit of Cricket'

Gavaskar slams Trott for breaching 'Spirit of Cricket'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar lashed out at England's Jonathan Trott, saying the player 'breached the spirit of cricket' by refusing to acknowledge that he had not cleanly taken a catch on the opening day of the first cricket Test.

BCCI could have postponed IPL V auction: Gavaskar

BCCI could have postponed IPL V auction: Gavaskar

Rediff.com5 Feb 2012

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar feels BCCI could have postponed the Players' Auction for the 5th edition of Indian Premier League after they came to know about Sahara India's decision to snap its sponsorship contract with Team India and also pull out of the IPL.

'Heartening to see Rohit batting the way he has'

'Heartening to see Rohit batting the way he has'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Rohit Sharma's return to form might have come too late for Mumbai Indians, but it augurs well for him and the Indian team heading into the T20 World Cup next month, feels the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Mumbai Cricket Icon Milind Rege Passes Away

Mumbai Cricket Icon Milind Rege Passes Away

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

A revered figure in India's domestic circuit, Milind Rege played A crucial role in Mumbai's 42nd Ranji Trophy triumph last season after coming on board as Cricket Advisor.

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The star batter's aggression has been a fire to forge inspiration and motivation, but it has also led to some unnecessary controversies in the red-ball format.

Ganguly did not get Chappell coach's job: Gavaskar

Ganguly did not get Chappell coach's job: Gavaskar

Rediff.com9 Nov 2011

Former India coach Greg Chappell has always acknowleged that Sourav Ganguly's support was one of the reasons he got the coach's job in 2005 but Sunil Gavaskar has sought to put the record straight by saying that it is a 'misconception'.

Manjrekar on Gavaskar's criticism of Kohli, selectors

Manjrekar on Gavaskar's criticism of Kohli, selectors

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

In his column, Gavaskar had questioned Kohli being the automatic choice for captaincy following the team's exit in the World Cup, saying that the selection committee should have reviewed his leadership and the team's performance.

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

In the recently concluded five-match Test series against England, India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stood tall as a beacon of determination, battling through injuries to deliver a string of gutsy, crowd-pleasing knocks that underlined his value to the side.

Gavaskar likens Sachin's feat to Beamon's record

Gavaskar likens Sachin's feat to Beamon's record

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels that Sachin Tendulkar's world record of 50 Test centuries can only be compared to legendary American long-jumper Bob Beamon's record-setting leap at the 1968 Mexico Olympics which stayed put for 23 years.

Gavaskar demands Rs 1.90 cr for being IPL president

Gavaskar demands Rs 1.90 cr for being IPL president

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has asked for an amount of Rs 1.90 crore as remuneration for rendering his services as president BCCI-IPL.

'Who said Gavaskar not in IPL Governing Council'

'Who said Gavaskar not in IPL Governing Council'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

Amid media reports that Sunil Gavaskar is dropped from the Indian Premier League's Governing council, BCCI president Shashank Manohar clarified that a decision on the former India captain being retained is yet to be taken.

If Suryakumar doesn't fire then India will struggle: Gavaskar

If Suryakumar doesn't fire then India will struggle: Gavaskar

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Suryakumar Yadav has evolved into the new Mr 360 degree and India will struggle to put up enough runs on the board if he fails to fire, said batting great Sunil Gavaskar.

Dhoni should take a break from captaincy: Gavaskar

Dhoni should take a break from captaincy: Gavaskar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar reckons that Mahendra Singh Dhoni should "take a break" from Indian cricket captaincy and Virat Kohli will be an ideal replacement as he can bring in the "necessary flair like Tiger Pataudi."

Shoaib could be called again: Gavaskar

Shoaib could be called again: Gavaskar

Rediff.com7 Feb 2006

Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar said no bowler with suspect action is ever cleared for good and open to scrutiny at any time.