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In Numbers: IPL 2025 Witnesses Rise of No. 3 Batters

In Numbers: IPL 2025 Witnesses Rise of No. 3 Batters

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The Indian Premier League IPL) throws up surprises every season, with underdogs rising to challenge established powerhouses, new players emerging as key contributors, or teams overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds. Every match days, the record books are rewritten as players consistently strive to push their personal bests and achieve new heights.

J-K polls: BJP fields terror victim's niece from Kishtwar

J-K polls: BJP fields terror victim's niece from Kishtwar

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

She emphasised security and employment as her primary issues for the upcoming elections.

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Gavaskar emphasised that India shouldn't focus too far ahead on the target and should plan the chase according to the hours. He added that skipper Rohit Sharma's role in providing a solid start will be key.

Why Sunil Grover returned to Sony

Why Sunil Grover returned to Sony

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

'It was just one episode, and I did it for a very special person.'

'We Want Bumrah To Play All 5 Tests'

'We Want Bumrah To Play All 5 Tests'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

'He is your battering ram.' 'If you are not going to play him for all five Tests, then you reduce your chances of taking all 20 wickets.'

'Matter of time before Jitesh Sharma gets India cap'

'Matter of time before Jitesh Sharma gets India cap'

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Former India chief selector and current Punjab Kings spin bowling coach Sunil Joshi rates Jitesh Sharma among the best wicketkeeper-batters in the country and feels it is only a matter of time before he plays for the national team.

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

According to ESPNCricinfo, Shubman Gill has also confirmed his availability for Punjab's upcoming Ranji Trophy sixth-round fixture against Karnataka, set to begin on January 23.

2 Delhi sisters held for knife attack on ex-DSP battling cancer

2 Delhi sisters held for knife attack on ex-DSP battling cancer

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

The incident took place on Saturday night after former DSP Ashok Sharma, who is a cancer patient, requested the two sisters to refrain from honking their car a day before, a police officer said, adding that Sharma escaped with minor injuries in the attack.

Will India Pick 4 Spinners Vs Pak?

Will India Pick 4 Spinners Vs Pak?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI against Pakistan on Sunday?

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

On a night packed with drama, milestones, and momentum swings, five batters rose above the rest to set Eden Gardens alight.

Rohit's Nightmare Continues: 22 Runs in 4 Innings

Rohit's Nightmare Continues: 22 Runs in 4 Innings

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

As India continues to struggle in the series, the pressure is mounting on Rohit to rediscover his rhythm and lead from the front.

'He will be the next India captain'

'He will be the next India captain'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Sunil Gavaskar is in awe of Jasprit Bumrah's leadership qualities and reckons the peerless fast bowler will succeed Rohit Sharma as the next captain of the Indian team

Could not sleep because of happiness: MI debutant's parents

Could not sleep because of happiness: MI debutant's parents

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'He's got a lot of time ahead of him'

Who will captain Punjab Kings in IPL 2025?

Who will captain Punjab Kings in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Punjab Kings have decided to retain majority of their support staff with fast bowling coach James Hopes likely to be the sole addition for IPL 2025.

Kumble Disowns 'Disgraceful Captaincy' Comment

Kumble Disowns 'Disgraceful Captaincy' Comment

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'I want to categorically deny any association with these accounts and their content. The statements being circulated are not my views and do not reflect my opinions in any way.'

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

New rules, new captains, but same excitement as two months of cricket extravaganza kicks off in Kolkata.

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.'

Shubman Gill vows to turn things around

Shubman Gill vows to turn things around

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Shubman Gill says the need to put up a big first innings total has been the talking point among his team's batters

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Shardul Thakur's hat-trick and unbeaten half-centuries from skipper Ajinkya Rahane and Siddhesh Lad helped Mumbai build a 127-run lead against Meghalaya/

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

Rickelton, SKY, Angrish? Who Batted Best?

Rickelton, SKY, Angrish? Who Batted Best?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Which batter impressed most at the Wankhede on Monday? Vote!

Kapil Sharma to play himself in biopic

Kapil Sharma to play himself in biopic

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

'Kapil has given Mahavir Jain the consent to make the film as honestly as humanly possible.'

J-K polls: Will Cong-NC alliance benefit from DPAP withdrawal?

J-K polls: Will Cong-NC alliance benefit from DPAP withdrawal?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

The withdrawal of the candidature by DPAP leaders on the last day on August 30 is seen as a boost to the NC-Congress alliance.

'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.'

Post Floods, Delhi-ites Grapple With Mud

Post Floods, Delhi-ites Grapple With Mud

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

After the swollen Yamuna river flooded low-lying areas of Delhi causing residents to be evacuated from their submerged houses and stay in makeshift shelters, some parts where the flood water has receded, Delhi-ites are now facing the new problem: Mud.

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.

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

Family of 4 shot dead in UP; wife had filed eve-teasing FIR

Family of 4 shot dead in UP; wife had filed eve-teasing FIR

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

A government school teacher, his wife and two daughters were allegedly shot dead at their rented accommodation on Thursday, over a month after the family lodged a first information report (FIR) against a man saying he would be responsible if something untoward happened to them, police said.

Seniors let India down: Gavaskar slams Rohit, Kohli

Seniors let India down: Gavaskar slams Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Indian batters, with the exception of Yashasvi Jaiswal (84), faltered yet again to lose the match by 184 runs and trail 1-2 in the five-match series.

Kohli-Rohit should open against Ireland: Gavaskar

Kohli-Rohit should open against Ireland: Gavaskar

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal should drop down to the No 3 position, said batting great Sunil Gavaskar.

This is not a holiday: Gavaskar slams Team India

This is not a holiday: Gavaskar slams Team India

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

India were thoroughly exposed in their 10-wicket loss in the second Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy with the match ending in less than two-and-a-half days as Australia bounced back to level the five-game series 1-1.

Respect the conditions: Gavaskar advises Rishabh Pant

Respect the conditions: Gavaskar advises Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Sunil Gavaskar has advised India's flamboyant wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to "respect" the conditions before launching into his attacking strokes

'Rohit should not play as captain if he misses first Test': Gavaskar

'Rohit should not play as captain if he misses first Test': Gavaskar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Sunil Gavaskar said if India captain Rohit Sharma misses the first Test against Australia, then Jasprit Bumrah should lead the side for the entire five-match series.

Washi To Get Nod For Adelaide Test?

Washi To Get Nod For Adelaide Test?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Sundar is expected to keep his place for the day night Test in Adelaide.

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma may just avoid being swayed by the proverbial outside noise and stick to the number six slot for at least the third Test against Australia, starting this weekend.

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has criticized Babar Azam for focusing on personal milestones over team success, expressing concerns about Pakistan's preparations ahead of their crucial Champions Trophy clash against India. He believes Pakistan's recent struggles, including a disappointing Tri-Nation Series campaign and a 1-1 draw against the West Indies in a home Test series, point to a lack of readiness for the India encounter.

Rohit expects Pant to bat with responsibility

Rohit expects Pant to bat with responsibility

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'It's about (match) situation as well. If there is a risk percentage in certain situation of the game, do you want to take that risk? Do you want to let the opposition come back into the game? Those are the things he needs to figure out himself.'

'Rahul performed in SA; he can in Aus too': Gavaskar

'Rahul performed in SA; he can in Aus too': Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar is confident that the stylish K L Rahul can excel on Australian tracks, just like he did in South Africa last year.

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Here is a look at likely retentions for some teams.

Rohit's return a 'disruption'? Ponting sparks debate

Rohit's return a 'disruption'? Ponting sparks debate

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Rohit is on a paternity break and will miss the series-opener. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is captaining the Indian team in his absence.