News for 'The Oval'

Siraj's 143kph Yorker Finishes Off England!

Siraj's 143kph Yorker Finishes Off England!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj's ferocious 143kph yorker that sent Gus Atkinson's stumps flying, securing India's narrowest ever Test win by runs.

Trump introduces 'Gold Card' for permanent US residency

Trump introduces 'Gold Card' for permanent US residency

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Trump administration has launched a premium immigration programme targeting wealthy individuals worldwide, offering permanent residency in the United States through expensive 'Gold Cards' that could generate billions in revenue for the American Treasury.

Duleep Trophy: Jagadeesan ton puts South Zone on top

Duleep Trophy: Jagadeesan ton puts South Zone on top

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Narayan Jagadeesan blended caution with aggression in right proportions during his undefeated knock of 148 as South Zone were comfortably placed at 297 for three against North Zone on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy semifinal at the BCCI-CEG ground in Bengaluru on Thursday.

Trump Wants To Get Close To Pakistan Because...

Trump Wants To Get Close To Pakistan Because...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'Pakistan is an ally who gives the US access.' 'If we have a presence there, it puts us that much closer to China and puts our assets closer to China and Iran.'

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

In contrast to Trump's strong warnings, the FDA's current position remains more measured. In a recent letter to physicians, the agency stated that "a causal relationship has not been established" between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, and acknowledged the existence of "contrary studies in the scientific literature."

Akash Deep, Kishan to miss Duleep Trophy; Easwaran to lead East Zone

Akash Deep, Kishan to miss Duleep Trophy; Easwaran to lead East Zone

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Akash Deep and Ishan Kishan will miss the Duleep Trophy quarter-final match against North Zone as both the players are recovering from their respective injuries.

Prepared to be US prez if 'terrible tragedy strikes: JD Vance

Prepared to be US prez if 'terrible tragedy strikes: JD Vance

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

United States Vice President JD Vance on Thursday appeared to have indicated that he would take over as the president if a "tragedy" strikes, USA Today has reported.

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Siraj dismissed Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton before bowling Gus Atkinson to end the match.

PIX: Hand in Sling, Brave Woakes Walks Out to Bat

PIX: Hand in Sling, Brave Woakes Walks Out to Bat

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Woakes was stranded on nought as Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna took the remaining 4 wickets in an hour's play to help India register a series-levelling 6-run win.

Manipur: 'No-drone zone' for PM's likely visit

Manipur: 'No-drone zone' for PM's likely visit

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Churachandpur district in Manipur declared a 'no drone zone' amid speculation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. The decision aims to strengthen security during the potential visit, which would be Modi's first since ethnic violence broke out in May 2023.

'Jaddu Bhai Told Me To Remember My Dad'

'Jaddu Bhai Told Me To Remember My Dad'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'He told me to remember all the hard work my father has put in to get me here.'

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja powered to his record sixth fifty of the series to extend his stunning run with the bat, on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England.

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

India's Narrowest Test Win Ever!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A look at India's narrowest victories by run margin -- games that tested nerves, showcased grit, and etched unforgettable drama into Test history.

PIX: Rohit returns to India with fam, and a shiny, new ride!

PIX: Rohit returns to India with fam, and a shiny, new ride!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Last week, Rohit was spotted cheering on the Indian team in the 5th and final Test at The Oval in London.

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

How the Indian players fared in the five-Test series in England.

'Karun Nair Is Standing Tall'

'Karun Nair Is Standing Tall'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'Karun Nair's career is well and truly back.'

Jurel, Kuldeep named in Central Zone squad

Jurel, Kuldeep named in Central Zone squad

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Dhruv Jurel, who impressed during India's series-levelling tour of England, was on Thursday named captain of Central Zone for the season-opening Duleep Trophy, set to begin on August 28 in Bengaluru.

Stylish Shubman drops latest look!

Stylish Shubman drops latest look!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Basking in his team's success following the series-levelling draw at The Oval on Monday, Gill's style had the fans swooning.

5 Learnings For India From England Tests

5 Learnings For India From England Tests

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

While the young Indian team showed great resolve to earn a creditable draw in England, the series exposed several weaknesses that need urgent attention.

Root surpasses Tendulkar- Only one legend ahead

Root surpasses Tendulkar- Only one legend ahead

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Star England batter Joe Root has surpassed Sachin Tendulkar to become the second-highest run-scorer in home conditions in Test cricket.

Asia Cup Final: What Changes Will India Make?

Asia Cup Final: What Changes Will India Make?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

This is the first-ever India vs Pakistan final across 17 editions of the Men's Asia Cup since the tournament's inception in 1984.

Kohli thanks Pujara for 'making his job much easier'

Kohli thanks Pujara for 'making his job much easier'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Batting maestro Virat Kohli on Tuesday posted a heartfelt note to pay tributes to former teammate Cheteshwar Pujara, who announced retirement from international cricket the other day.

Siraj soars to career-best ICC ranking

Siraj soars to career-best ICC ranking

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Siraj has attained a career-best 15th position in the latest ICC Test rankings

Are Indo-US 'so natural' that Trump has declared...: Cong's dig at PM

Are Indo-US 'so natural' that Trump has declared...: Cong's dig at PM

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's description of India and the US as 'natural partners,' citing President Trump's claims of using trade as leverage in India-Pakistan relations. The remarks come amid ongoing trade negotiations and fluctuating relations between the two countries.

'Versatile' Karun Absorbs Pressure and Stamps His Class

'Versatile' Karun Absorbs Pressure and Stamps His Class

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'Look, when someone comes back into the Test side like he does after a lengthy absence, the pressure is always there, and I think he has handled that very well.'

Siraj Scripts India's Great Escape

Siraj Scripts India's Great Escape

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Mohammed Siraj and the passion of the Indian boys was too strong and ultimately they deserve to win this Test match.'

When Cricket Stops the City

When Cricket Stops the City

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Perched on a steel beam, hundreds of feet above the ground, a construction worker watches intently - eyes locked not on the skyline, but on the drama unfolding at The Oval.

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Matthew Sandery, head curator at the Dubai international stadium, was spotted near Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak, but did not ask them to keep away. Incidentally, the BCCI, being the hosts, can even suggest the kind of wicket they would need for the match.

Shreyas to lead India A against Australia

Shreyas to lead India A against Australia

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, who played in the fifth and final Test at The Oval against England in their last assignment, has been named Iyer's deputy.

Injured Woakes' Ashes Dream Remains Uncertain

Injured Woakes' Ashes Dream Remains Uncertain

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

England all-rounder Chris Woakes said rehabilitation is a risk he is willing to take to be fit for the Ashes rather than undergoing surgery on the shoulder injury he sustained during last week's fifth Test loss to India.

'Siraj is India's new bowling leader'

'Siraj is India's new bowling leader'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Siraj, who bowled 185.3 overs in five Tests, ended with 23 wickets and his nine-for in the final Test at the Oval earned India a memorable series levelling six-run win over England.

How Australia Floored India At Adelaide Oval

How Australia Floored India At Adelaide Oval

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

The opening day drew more than 50,000 fans making it the fourth highest attendance ever for a day of Test cricket at the Adelaide Oval.

PIX: Siraj, Jaiswal lead India's charge on Day 2

PIX: Siraj, Jaiswal lead India's charge on Day 2

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

India roared back into contention on an exhilarating day two of the fifth and final Test at The Oval on Friday as their seamers restricted England to a 23-run lead.

Gavaskar: Siraj has debunked this business of workload

Gavaskar: Siraj has debunked this business of workload

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'When you are playing for your country, forget the aches and the pains. On the border, do you think that the jawans are complaining about cold.'

'India-England series will help sell more tickets for Ashes': Cricket Australia

'India-England series will help sell more tickets for Ashes': Cricket Australia

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg believes that the aggressive tone of the ongoing Test series between India and England will be a huge selling point for the match-day tickets of the upcoming Ashes.

'All Of Us Want To Finish This War'

'All Of Us Want To Finish This War'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'The Alaska Summit made me realise that while difficult, peace is within reach.'

'It Turned Into A Lot Of Abuse...'

'It Turned Into A Lot Of Abuse...'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

After hundreds upon hundreds of runs on flat tracks in the ongoing series so far, it took the green top at The Oval to finally produce the best day of the Indian summer, on the fifth and last Friday of the Test series.

In Thorpe's Memory: Root Offers a Hug That Said It All

In Thorpe's Memory: Root Offers a Hug That Said It All

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Wearing special headbands in memory of Graham Thorpe, they honoured not just a legend of the game, but a man whose courage and struggles have sparked an urgent conversation around mental health in sport.

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill may have fallen agonisingly short of breaking Sunil Gavaskar's iconic 54-year-old record, but he walked away with something just as special - the legend's respect.

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

US Vice President JD Vance says he is ready to lead the country if a 'terrible tragedy' occurs, amid speculation about President Trump's health. He insists Trump is in good health and will serve his full term.