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Why India MUST Back Rohit-Kohli

Why India MUST Back Rohit-Kohli

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'Upsetting the balance by moving Kohli down the order wouldn't be ideal, especially if they make frequent changes at the top.'

They will come out as better, richer cricketers: Ashwin

They will come out as better, richer cricketers: Ashwin

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Following their loss in the T20I series to West Indies, the young Indian team, led by Hardik Pandya, faced a lot of criticism and backlash.

Hard work, belief, Kohli-Rohit gesture move VVS Laxman

Hard work, belief, Kohli-Rohit gesture move VVS Laxman

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

India showed resilience to win T20 WC and celebrations told that story: VVS Laxman

'No reason why there shouldn't be SA20 women's league'

'No reason why there shouldn't be SA20 women's league'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

South African legend AB de Villiers has mooted the idea of a women's SA20 league, as the success of the men's version across the three editions has given them a "model and recipe" to follow.

How SKY & Co. plan to tackle South Africa

How SKY & Co. plan to tackle South Africa

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

It's encouraging when you do well out of your comfort zone: Suryakumar on SA series

Harmanpreet retains India captaincy despite WC debacle

Harmanpreet retains India captaincy despite WC debacle

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Harmanpreet Kaur was on Thursday retained as India captain for the three Women's ODIs against New Zealand while the selectors also picked four uncapped players for the series starting October 24.

Unbeaten India, SA in battle for U-19 Women's WC crown

Unbeaten India, SA in battle for U-19 Women's WC crown

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Unbeaten so far in the tournament, a dominant India will start as overwhelming favourites to win their second consecutive women's Under-19 T20 World Cup crown when they take on also-undefeated South Africa in the final in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.

India-Pakistan WC match most viewed T20 International

India-Pakistan WC match most viewed T20 International

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

The India vs Pakistan match at the T20 World Cup clocked a record reach of 167 million viewers, making it the most viewed T20 International.

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In her now-deleted post, Mohamed said Sharma is "fat for a sportsman". "Need to lose weight! And of course the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!" she said.

India's top 3 in the T20 World Cup should be Rohit, Kohli and...: Lara

India's top 3 in the T20 World Cup should be Rohit, Kohli and...: Lara

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Legendary Brian Lara asserted that Virat Kohli's value transcends cold numbers, and the West Indian virtuoso has little doubt that the star batter should be a part of India's T20 World Cup squad.

Not an astrologer: Vengsarkar on Rohit's 2027 WC chances

Not an astrologer: Vengsarkar on Rohit's 2027 WC chances

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar has defended Rohit Sharma from speculation about his retirement, saying it is "unwarranted."

Shikha Pandey back in India squad for T20 Womens WC

Shikha Pandey back in India squad for T20 Womens WC

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

The Australia series exposed India's frailties in the bowling department and the team has a lot of work to do before the ICC event.

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Former South African captain Graeme Smith is confident that his country will end its long wait for an ICC trophy in 2023, with the Champions Trophy and World Test Championship final on the horizon. He believes the team is in a strong position to break their drought and is focused on developing the nation's cricket ecosystem ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

How T20 specialist David forced his way into Australian WC team

How T20 specialist David forced his way into Australian WC team

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Singapore-born Tim David is a towering finishing batsman but might be more remarkable for being the only player in the Australian squad without a state or national contract.

'We want guys to expand their own game'

'We want guys to expand their own game'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Doeschate emphasised that the cricketers should be kept in the right zone mentally.

As contest for WC spots hots up, Axar focuses on self

As contest for WC spots hots up, Axar focuses on self

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'It was unfortunate that I got injured during the World Cup and missed it. But I took it positively and tried to improve my game.'

Rashid 'proud' to prove Lara right with semis berth

Rashid 'proud' to prove Lara right with semis berth

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'We have done that at U-19 level but at this World Cup, I don't have any words to describe the feeling back home.'

Samson vaults to WC spot, but will India stick with Pant?

Samson vaults to WC spot, but will India stick with Pant?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Samson is outdoing his competition, sitting at the fourth spot in the IPL 2024 run charts with 385 runs at an average of 77.00 and a strike rate of 161.08

No clarity on Head Coach Dravid's future yet

No clarity on Head Coach Dravid's future yet

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

It is also understood that the board is quite happy with the way Dravid has managed the team along with captain Rohit over the last two years despite not landing any global trophies.

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'I can't express my feelings right now. It's unbelievable. Can't imagine scoring back-to-back hundreds, that too in SA. Right now, I can't express my feelings.'

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

From World Cup titles to personal highs to heartbreaks, Virat Kohli witnesses it all at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium

'Team India need to shake up, wake up'

'Team India need to shake up, wake up'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Sehwag, Prasad slam India's outdated approach following series loss in Bangladesh

Schoolmates, U19 Champs: USA players recall Indian connections

Schoolmates, U19 Champs: USA players recall Indian connections

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

USA cricketers Saurabh, Harmeet open up on connection with Indian stars

'Embarrassing' India slammed as their 'ploy boomeranged'

'Embarrassing' India slammed as their 'ploy boomeranged'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Anil Kumble expressed his disappointment with India's humiliating 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand, particularly criticising the team's top-order batting and the questionable pitch preparation.

India Women WC prep off to flyer with win over Windies

India Women WC prep off to flyer with win over Windies

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Jemimah Rodrigues struck a crucial fifty as India secured a comprehensive 20-run victory against West Indies in a warm-up game ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

'Nam yaad rakhna,' Tendulkar lauds Namibia

'Nam yaad rakhna,' Tendulkar lauds Namibia

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Sachin Tendulkar lauded the Namibia cricket team

'Imran Khan responsible for Pakistan's cricket downfall'

'Imran Khan responsible for Pakistan's cricket downfall'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Former Pakistan Cricket Boardchairman Najam Sethi has blamed former Prime Minister Imran Khan for the decline of Pakistan cricket.

Hyderabad erupts in joy as WC champ Siraj returns!

Hyderabad erupts in joy as WC champ Siraj returns!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj received a rockstar welcome upon landing in Hyderabad after the team's thrilling T20 World Cup victory. The city overflowed with pride as fans thronged the airport to greet their champion.

'Why rest Rohit, Virat when they haven't played much?'

'Why rest Rohit, Virat when they haven't played much?'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra is not pleased with the experimentation and felt Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli did not require rest for this match.

Lack of hunger, intensity: Prasad lashes out at 'very ordinary' Indian team

Lack of hunger, intensity: Prasad lashes out at 'very ordinary' Indian team

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Following India's T20I series loss to West Indies, former Indian pacer expressed disappointment with the team's performances, calling it a "very ordinary limited overs side"

I am not in my best form: Riyan Parag

I am not in my best form: Riyan Parag

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Following his side's one-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League match, Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Riyan Parag, who has had a breakout season with the franchise, admitted that he is not in his best form since he could not finish the game and has got a lot of areas to improve.

Trans-Tasman tussle to determine new T20 world champions

Trans-Tasman tussle to determine new T20 world champions

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Australia will need their top order to fire against New Zealand's disciplined attack and persist with four specialist bowlers.

Gambhir backs Rohit, Kohli to play until 2027 WC

Gambhir backs Rohit, Kohli to play until 2027 WC

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'But looking at what Virat and Rohit can deliver, I think they still have a lot of cricket and they're still world-class players and obviously any team would want to have both of them for as long as possible.'

Manjrekar Questions Kohli's Role

Manjrekar Questions Kohli's Role

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'While Indian media obsesses over Virat & Co, Jasprit Bumrah quietly wins games for India single-handedly. By far the best player in the Indian team & has been for a while now.'

SEE: Rohit-Kohli hold aloft WC trophy at victory parade

SEE: Rohit-Kohli hold aloft WC trophy at victory parade

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

The streets at Marine Drive, as well as the Wankhede Stadium, were packed with fans from as early as 3pm in anticipation of the arrival of their champions.

Remaining IPL matches to be played in September?

Remaining IPL matches to be played in September?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The T20 World Cup is set to be played in India in October and November.

Worked on T20 bowling, WC kind of my main goal: Cummins

Worked on T20 bowling, WC kind of my main goal: Cummins

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Australia pace spearhead Pat Cummins on Friday said he is glad that the effort he put into his T20 bowling in the last four-five months is giving him the desired results in the ongoing World Cup, which has been his "main goal" for a while.

USA is starting to embrace cricket

USA is starting to embrace cricket

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'USA Cricket continues its instrumental work in supporting our national players and equipping youth and local communities with the tools they need to succeed in this sport.'

3rd T20I: Will India bring in reserves for dead rubber at Eden?

3rd T20I: Will India bring in reserves for dead rubber at Eden?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Having already won the series, Rohit and Dravid will now like to maintain a fine balance between winning and also trying out all their available resources to see how each and every individual is placed.

Pakistan World Cup squad announcement delayed due to...

Pakistan World Cup squad announcement delayed due to...

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has delayed the announcement of its World Cup squad until late May due to fitness and performance issues with some players.