News for 'The Oval'

Russia frees US scribe, ex-marine among 4 in prisoner swap deal

Russia frees US scribe, ex-marine among 4 in prisoner swap deal

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Among those released were the Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former Marine Paul Whelan and journalist Alsu Kurmashev. This was part of multi-country deal with Russia.

Historic milestone: India women to play Test at Lord's

Historic milestone: India women to play Test at Lord's

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Lord's, the 'home of cricket', will host its first-ever Women's Test between India and England in 2026, the ECB announced on Thursday.

'Inzy's petulance was instrumental in Oval Gate fiasco'

'Inzy's petulance was instrumental in Oval Gate fiasco'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Former Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan has finally opened up on the Oval Gate scandal and has blamed ex-captain Inzamam-ul-Haq for letting the PCB and Pakistan cricket down.

Heartbreak fuels South Africa's World Cup dream

Heartbreak fuels South Africa's World Cup dream

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Markram hoped that this would be the first of more finals to come, in particular when South Africa host the 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2027.

ICC reprimands Wade for dissent against umpires

ICC reprimands Wade for dissent against umpires

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Wade has been reprimanded by the ICC for "showing dissent at an umpire's decision" during his side's win over England in the T20 World Cup

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Reports (not denied by India) that the USA had 'for the first time provided real-time details to their Indian counterparts on the Chinese positions and force strength in advance of a PLA incursion' into Tawang at the LAC in December 2022, helping India thwart China's expansionist designs, show how operationally effective the USA-India friendship has become on the ground. A engaging excerpt from Sreeram Chaulia's must-read new book, Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners.

'Afghanistan batters failed the Bumrah test'

'Afghanistan batters failed the Bumrah test'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott was disappointed with the shot selection of his batters in their defeat by India in Thursday's T20 World Cup Super Eight match.

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.

Stokes: 'Bazball' philosophy changed cricket forever

Stokes: 'Bazball' philosophy changed cricket forever

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

England's highly aggressive 'Bazball' approach to Test cricket did not secure the 2023 home Ashes against their arch rivals, Australia.

Ex-BCCI curator slams 'poor' drop-in pitches in NYC

Ex-BCCI curator slams 'poor' drop-in pitches in NYC

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Former BCCI chief curator Daljit Singh is shocked by the "poor quality" of drop-in pitches being used for the T20 World Cup games in New York

From crimson drapes to gold! Trump gives Oval Office a makeover

From crimson drapes to gold! Trump gives Oval Office a makeover

Rediff.com21 Jan 2017

Trump has redesigned the Oval Office within hours of moving in to the White House as he reinstalled a bust of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and introduced some other changes.

Would the Oval result been any different if...

Would the Oval result been any different if...

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

The morning after an unexpected loss, the subdued conversation is always about would India have won had...

Images: Obama's newlook Oval Office

Images: Obama's newlook Oval Office

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

While the first family of the United States was on a vacation at Martha's Vineyard, the historic Oval Office -- the seat of power -- at the White House has been renovated and remodelled.

IPL proposes matches at Lord's, Oval

IPL proposes matches at Lord's, Oval

Rediff.com30 Mar 2008

MCC and Surrey are mulling over a proposal by IPL organisers to hold exhibition matches at the Lord's and Oval.

This player is India's wildcard for T20 WC final

This player is India's wildcard for T20 WC final

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The 58-year-old feels that Australia and India were the best sides throughout the tournament, but Mitchell Marsh's side paid the price of their loss against Afghanistan.

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

From January 1, 2021 to September 9, 2024 -- during which Joe Root hit 17 centuries, Kane Williamson has hit, Steve Smith has made six tons but Virat Kohli has managed just two centuries.

Sydney Test was Oval revisited: Inzamam

Sydney Test was Oval revisited: Inzamam

Rediff.com10 Jan 2008

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq compares the Sydney Test to the Oval fiasco.

Nostalgia at The Oval

Nostalgia at The Oval

Rediff.com15 Jul 2005

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain showered praise on Kohli.

India set records at the Oval

India set records at the Oval

Rediff.com10 Aug 2007

India's first innings total of 664 in the Oval Test is the fourth highest total in Test cricket against all opponents.

Rain forces England, Scotland T20 WC washout

Rain forces England, Scotland T20 WC washout

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Rain forced abandonment of the T20 World Cup clash between England and Scotland here on Tuesday with both teams sharing a point each.

Vijay Mallya booed with 'chor, chor' chants at Oval

Vijay Mallya booed with 'chor, chor' chants at Oval

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya was booed by a section of India supporters as he entered the Oval arena to watch India's crucial ICC Champions Trophy encounter against South Africa, in London.

PCB blames Inzamam for Oval forfeiture

PCB blames Inzamam for Oval forfeiture

Rediff.com19 Oct 2006

PCB chief Nasim Ashraf also insisted the England and Wales Cricket Board is not justified in asking Pakistan to pay compensation.

We don't...: Jaishankar on US Prez election outcome

We don't...: Jaishankar on US Prez election outcome

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

The EAM when asked about his view of the world at present, said it would be "very grim forecast, for the next five years".

Kiwi Ravindra called-up for South Africa Test series

Kiwi Ravindra called-up for South Africa Test series

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Former captain Kane Williamson, batsman Tom Blundell and quick Kyle Jamieson, who all have hamstring issues, were selected despite doubts over their fitness.

'I want to live this moment and make the most of it'

'I want to live this moment and make the most of it'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

'We have dreamt about this for such a long period of time, we worked hard as a unit for such a long period of time and to see this (the trophy) with us, it feels quite relieved as well.'

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Aussie all-rounder vows bowling role in BGT series

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Cameron Green said that his body is in great shape, where he can contribute well as a bowler

Cummins boasts peak T20 form heading into World Cup

Cummins boasts peak T20 form heading into World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Pat Cummins arrived at the ICC T20 World Cup brimming with confidence, crediting his recent Indian Premier League (IPL) stint for his best T20 bowling in a decade

New Zealand's Nicholls faces ball-tampering charges

New Zealand's Nicholls faces ball-tampering charges

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

New Zealand Test player Henry Nicholls has been charged with violating New Zealand Cricket's code of conduct after being reported by umpires for ball-tampering in a domestic first-class match.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

Wade-Umpire Menon get into a heated exchange

Wade-Umpire Menon get into a heated exchange

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Wade's compatriot Adam Zampa felt that the left-handed batter backed away and played the shot as he believed it would be considered the same as letting the ball hit his leg.

England Oval Test win restored

England Oval Test win restored

Rediff.com1 Feb 2009

Cricket's ruling body has restored the initial result of an England win in the controversial 2006 Oval Test forfeited by Pakistan.

Buttler, Salt power England to big win over Pakistan

Buttler, Salt power England to big win over Pakistan

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Phil Salt (45) and Buttler (39) broke the back of the chase, smashing 78 from the first six overs, both caught off the bowling of the impressive Haris Rauf (3-38).

PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

PIX: T20 World champions arrive to rousing reception

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma's triumphant team will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 11 am at his residence before flying to Mumbai, where a road show and felicitation function is scheduled at the Wankhede stadium.

T20 World Cup: Wiese shines as Namibia edge Oman in Super Over!

T20 World Cup: Wiese shines as Namibia edge Oman in Super Over!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

All-rounder David Wiese starred with both bat and ball in the Super Over to help Namibia edge Oman in a thrilling finish, in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Warner calls time on World Cups, focuses on IPL

Warner calls time on World Cups, focuses on IPL

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'It's time now to keep playing as much IPL and franchise cricket as I can'

Can India bounce back at the Oval?

Can India bounce back at the Oval?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

After two crushing defeats, India are looking for their batsmen to deliver as they aim to bounce back in the fifth and final Test against England, starting at the Oval on Friday, and level the series at 2-2.

Expect some surprises from Nepal, Netherlands: Gilchrist

Expect some surprises from Nepal, Netherlands: Gilchrist

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Legendary Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist believes Nepal and the Netherlands could surprise teams like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

In acceptance speech, Kamala warns Americans against re-electing Trump

In acceptance speech, Kamala warns Americans against re-electing Trump

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Kamala Harris used her forceful presidential acceptance speech to present herself as a leader who could unite the country to chart a 'new way forward' and warned Americans of 'extremely serious' consequences of putting her Republican rival Donald Trump back in the White House.

Dravid downplays broadcaster's #DoItForDravid trends

Dravid downplays broadcaster's #DoItForDravid trends

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'I just want to play good cricket and yeah, doing it for someone is totally against who I am as a person and what I believe in.'