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Bumrah 'has to play' India's must-win Test

Bumrah 'has to play' India's must-win Test

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

With two Tests left, India trailing the five-match series 1-2, and Bumrah available for only one of them, Panesar feels India needs to go all out in Manchester next week.

Kohli, Rohit's ODI future: BCCI keeps options open

Kohli, Rohit's ODI future: BCCI keeps options open

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The BCCI never believes in taking decisions in haste and would always gauge the public perceptions before taking a call, which is sensitive in nature considering the massive fan following of the two greats.

India's fate at the Oval: All eyes on Bumrah's fitness

India's fate at the Oval: All eyes on Bumrah's fitness

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India's hopes of drawing the series at The Oval may hinge on one question: will Jasprit Bumrah play?

Walking 7,000 Steps Daily Can Reduce Risk Of...

Walking 7,000 Steps Daily Can Reduce Risk Of...

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Clocking in 7,000 steps a day could lower overall death risk by 47 per cent. And this is just one of the benefits.

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

A new study reveals that water-only fasting may come with serious side effects.

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines Indian picks in WBBL 10

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines Indian picks in WBBL 10

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Cricket Australia informed in a release that middle-order batter Rodrigues, a 'fan favourite' in Brisbane, was retained by the Brisbane Heat

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.'

Aus all-rounder to give up bowling to stretch career

Aus all-rounder to give up bowling to stretch career

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'There will be guys that get opportunities. We've obviously got a few guys missing for this series (for) a well-earned rest.'

The Master Of The Slide Guitar

The Master Of The Slide Guitar

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

One of Debashish Bhattacharya's most remarkable contributions is that he has taken the scope and foundation of the slide guitar, improvised it again and again, thereby designing and creating four entirely new guitars.

'Why can't India's pacers stay fit?'

'Why can't India's pacers stay fit?'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Manjrekar labelled Akash's injury as a "glaring example" of the ongoing injury crisis among Indian seamers.

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill had a phenomenal Test series against England, leading a young Indian side in transition to a 2-2 draw and earning the Player of the Series award.

PHOTOS: Defiant India Fight to Live Another Day

PHOTOS: Defiant India Fight to Live Another Day

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

England lead 2-1 in the series and victory at Old Trafford would seal it.

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.

Conviction of Rubiales in kiss case upheld

Conviction of Rubiales in kiss case upheld

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Spain's High Court on Wednesday upheld a verdict that found former soccer federation president Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for an unsolicited kiss on the lips of national team player Jenni Hermoso at the 2023 World Cup in Sydney.

'Play both or ...': Kumble's blunt message to Bumrah

'Play both or ...': Kumble's blunt message to Bumrah

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Kumble suggested that Bumrah could manage his workload by skipping India's upcoming home series instead.

With Ashes looming and Konstas flop, Aus have massive headaches

With Ashes looming and Konstas flop, Aus have massive headaches

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'The prospect of Konstas facing Jofra Archer with the first ball of the Ashes on November 21 -- potentially delivered at 155km/h -- doesn't feel like a fair fight.'

How And Why India Lost The Sydney Test

How And Why India Lost The Sydney Test

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

The seeds of India's defeat were sown in Melbourne, where Bumrah had to bowl 53.2 overs -- 24.4 in the second innings on the back of 28.4 in the first innings. With just three days to recover, that was an inhuman burden on a bowler who had bowled 151 overs in this series.

Joe Root dethrones Brook in latest ICC Rankings

Joe Root dethrones Brook in latest ICC Rankings

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Joe Root has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings after his stellar efforts helped England secure a 22-run victory over India at Lord's, according to the official website of the ICC.

'...that's where Bumrah gives you the biggest edge'

'...that's where Bumrah gives you the biggest edge'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

On Wednesday, head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed that they have yet to take a call on which Tests India will field Bumrah in the playing XI.

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar struck unbeaten centuries as India staged a superb fightback on the final day to draw the fourth Test against England.

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Gill Eyes More Glory At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The India skipper will be eyeing the great Don Bradman's 88-year-old record for most runs by a captain in a Test series.

'Yoga Is The Pause Button Humanity Needs'

'Yoga Is The Pause Button Humanity Needs'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

'My request to the world -- let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of yoga for humanity 2.0 where inner peace becomes global policy.'

SOLD OUT! India's Oct-Nov tour has CA coffers ringing

SOLD OUT! India's Oct-Nov tour has CA coffers ringing

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Tickets for Sydney ODI, Canberra T20I of India's white-ball tour of Australia sold out: CA

Rollicking Gill Joins League of Legends

Rollicking Gill Joins League of Legends

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

After a brilliant 269 in 387 balls in the first innings, Gill was dismissed for an entertaining 161 off 162 balls with 13 fours and 8 sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 99.38.

'I Apologised To Sreesanth 200 Times'

'I Apologised To Sreesanth 200 Times'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'What hurt me was when I met his daughter and I was talking to her with a lot of love and she said, "I don't want to talk to you. You hit my father".'

Brisbane gets $2.2 billion govt boost for 2032 Olympics

Brisbane gets $2.2 billion govt boost for 2032 Olympics

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

'We are ready to deliver a Brisbane 2032 games that will leave the same incredible legacy for Queensland.'

Labuschagne dropped as Australia ring in changes

Labuschagne dropped as Australia ring in changes

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Australia have dropped Marnus Labuschagne for next week's first Test against West Indies in Barbados

Can India afford to rest Bumrah?

Can India afford to rest Bumrah?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Ravi Shastri cautions India about resting Bumrah in second Test against England

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill has not just scored a double hundred; he's rewritten the record books.

India's No. 3 Crisis: Karun Or Sudharsan?

India's No. 3 Crisis: Karun Or Sudharsan?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Karun Nair's struggles at the crucial No. 3 position is a big headache for Team India.

Kenya's Chebet, Kipyegon break World records in Eugene

Kenya's Chebet, Kipyegon break World records in Eugene

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Kenya's Beatrice Chebet smashed the women's 5,000 metres World record and compatriot Faith Kipyegon broke her own 1,500m record again as the Eugene Diamond League meet lived up to its billing on Saturday.

How to manage Bumrah's workload? Ganguly offers tips

How to manage Bumrah's workload? Ganguly offers tips

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

"Not make him bowl more than 12-13 overs a day": Ganguly on utilizing Bumrah on England tour

19-YO Aussie sensation earns recall after daring debut

19-YO Aussie sensation earns recall after daring debut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Sam Konstas has vowed to take a more conventional approach than in his early Test appearances for Australia

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Pakistan selectors rule out T20 role for Babar, Rizwan and Afridi in near future

How Many Tests Will Bumrah Play In England?

How Many Tests Will Bumrah Play In England?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Jasprit Bumrah is likely to play the first, second and fourth Tests.

Women's Euros: Norway in quarters; Swiss keep hopes alive

Women's Euros: Norway in quarters; Swiss keep hopes alive

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

A late solo strike by Norway forward Caroline Graham Hansen secured a 2-1 victory against Finland in the Women's European Championship on Sunday, as the twice champions qualified for the quarter-finals.

Australia, Windies Square Off With Eyes On Future

Australia, Windies Square Off With Eyes On Future

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Change will be a key theme for both the West Indies and Australia in their upcoming three-Test series in the Caribbean with the visitors set to field a remodelled batting line-up and the hosts being led out for the first time by Roston Chase.

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

He has taken nine five-wicket hauls in SENA conditions.

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.

Why coach, new skipper should handle Bumrah with care

Why coach, new skipper should handle Bumrah with care

Rediff.com15 May 2025

It will require a lot of man management from young skipper Shubman Gill and the seasoned dressing room figurehead Gautam Gambhir to ensure that Jasprit Bumrah is accorded the respect and space he deserves.