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Will Kohli quit T20s after World Cup?

Will Kohli quit T20s after World Cup?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The discussion about Virat Kohli's position as No. 3 batter in T20 cricket is the proverbial elephant in the room but it is understood that BCCI may not address the issue till the end of the T20 World Cup.

'India's body language wasn't great, poor shot selection'

'India's body language wasn't great, poor shot selection'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Former India cricketers lined up to slate Virat Kohli's side after Sunday's crushing eight-wicket defeat by New Zealand left them on the brink of elimination from the Twenty20 World Cup.

Tendulkar, Rahane, Laxman convey wishes to fans on Ganesh Chaturthi

Tendulkar, Rahane, Laxman convey wishes to fans on Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Ganesh Chaturthi is here and everyone from Sachin Tendulkar to Ajinkya Rahane and Harbhajan Singh took to Twitter to extend their greetings to fans and followers on the auspicious occasion.

Indian cricket will continue to prosper under Ganguly: Laxman

Indian cricket will continue to prosper under Ganguly: Laxman

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

Batting legend V V S Laxman said Indian cricket will undoubtedly continue to prosper under former skipper Sourav Ganguly, who is set to take over as the president of BCCI.

Transition from U19 to senior team is toughest phase

Transition from U19 to senior team is toughest phase

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

To progress from U-19 to first-class level, we need to put in double effort: India U19 captain Dhull

How India's colts beat COVID and made World Cup semis

How India's colts beat COVID and made World Cup semis

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

Skipper Yash Dhull was all praise for his boys after India romped into the semi-finals of the Under-19 World Cup, saying the team stuck together to tide over a tumultuous phase following multiple COVID positive cases in the squad.

Withdraw mangalsutra ad in 24 hrs: MP HM's warning to Sabyasachi

Withdraw mangalsutra ad in 24 hrs: MP HM's warning to Sabyasachi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Last week, Dabur India Private Limited had withdrawn its Fem cream bleach advertisement, which showed same-sex couple celebrating Karva Chauth and watching each other through a sieve, after minister Mishra termed the ad as objectionable and warned that legal steps would be taken against it.

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sporting stars condole Mangeshkar's demise, say her legacy will remain forever

Rahane's slump not a concern yet for Team India

Rahane's slump not a concern yet for Team India

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Ajinkya Rahane's place in the India Test squad has come into question following a string of low scores in England but batting coach Vikram Rathour said they are not overly worried about the vice captain's form slump.

When Olonga 'bounced Tendulkar out' in Sharjah...

When Olonga 'bounced Tendulkar out' in Sharjah...

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Olonga wasn't a cricketing great, not even Zimbabwe's best during the golden era of the country's cricket, but the beaded hair, a slinging action and a mean bouncer to get Sachin Tendulkar out on a lifeless Sharjah track made him a household name in India.

'Mithali, you shaped the lives of many young girls'

'Mithali, you shaped the lives of many young girls'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

India women team captain Mithali Raj quit international cricket on Wednesday after a stellar 23-year career.

Laxman turns 46: A look at his top-3 knocks

Laxman turns 46: A look at his top-3 knocks

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

As the ace Indian batsman celebrates his 46th birthday on Sunday, here's a glimpse at some of his finest knocks in international cricket.

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The ICC flagship event will return to the country after more than a decade.

1st ODI: All eyes on skipper KL Rahul as India get ready to steamroll Zimbabwe

1st ODI: All eyes on skipper KL Rahul as India get ready to steamroll Zimbabwe

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Rahul would like to make full use of the game time he gets as an opener during the three games against Zimbabwe

Sania Mirza, Sehwag congratulate Modi

Sania Mirza, Sehwag congratulate Modi

Rediff.com23 May 2019

Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, VVS Laxman and tennis sensation Sania Mirza were among sports personalities to express their views on social media.

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The cricket fraternity hailed India's maiden Test win at Centurion on Thursday, with Virat Kohli's bowling attack coming in for special praise from greats such as Sachin Tendulkar.

Laxman conducts first online session for Bengal batsmen

Laxman conducts first online session for Bengal batsmen

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Laxman talked about how to control the mind in order to avoid playing loose shots, importance of batting in the first one hour of play on bowling friendly pitches.

PIX: Laxman inaugurates 'Mohammad Azharuddin stand' at HCA stadium

PIX: Laxman inaugurates 'Mohammad Azharuddin stand' at HCA stadium

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

VVS Laxman inaugurated the newly-refurbished North Stand of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in honour of former India captain and newly-elected Hyderabad Cricket Association president Mohammad Azharuddin.

Not told why I was sacked from captaincy: Warner

Not told why I was sacked from captaincy: Warner

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

The Australian said that he would love to represent SRH again but that is not in his hands.

VVS says Kohli must bat at No 3; Dravid wants flexibility. What's your take?

VVS says Kohli must bat at No 3; Dravid wants flexibility. What's your take?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

'No 3 batsmen are very crucial in the way the team sets up a total.'

How Chandrakant Pandit shaped MP's Ranji triumph

How Chandrakant Pandit shaped MP's Ranji triumph

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Madhya Pradesh humbled domestic powerhouse Mumbai by six wickets in a one-sided final to win their maiden Ranji Trophy crown, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru on Sunday. It was an achievement of sorts for coach Chandrakant Pandit, who exorcised the ghosts of losing one at the same venue 23 summers ago. It was a record sixth national title for Pandit as a coach.

'Quality of cricket won't suffer due to empty stands at the IPL'

'Quality of cricket won't suffer due to empty stands at the IPL'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Laxman said the management had made up its mind before the 2020 auction to pick young Indian batsmen for the middle-order.

Asia Cup: India's old guard holds the key against Pakistan

Asia Cup: India's old guard holds the key against Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

While Rohit Sharma will be eager to test his ultra-aggressive batting template against the Asian giants, for Virat Kohli it is the perfect platform to return to form after enduring a tough phase in the last few years.

BCCI wants to clear 'confict' issue before appointing CAC

BCCI wants to clear 'confict' issue before appointing CAC

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

Prasad's departure means the Ganguly-led BCCI has gone by the old constitution that has a provision of a maximum of four-year term for the selection committee. The amended constitution had a maximum five-year term.

How BCCI plans to stop U19 boys from going off radar

How BCCI plans to stop U19 boys from going off radar

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

'There is a plan to add a '19 plus' level where all these boys could be integrated'

Tendulkar, Laxman summoned by Ombudsman on May 14

Tendulkar, Laxman summoned by Ombudsman on May 14

Rediff.com6 May 2019

It is learnt that the complainant Sanjeev Gupta of Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) and BCCI CEO Rahul Johri have also been summoned for deposition by Justice Jain.

Sachin Tendulkar voted 'Greatest Men's Test Batsman' of 21st century

Sachin Tendulkar voted 'Greatest Men's Test Batsman' of 21st century

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

This is a huge honour for Tendulkar, who retired from international cricket eight years ago in 2013

Cricket fraternity pays tribute to soldiers on 'Kargil Vijay Diwas'

Cricket fraternity pays tribute to soldiers on 'Kargil Vijay Diwas'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

The Indian armed forces had defeated Pakistan on July 26, 1999. Since then, the day is celebrated as 'Kargil Vijay Diwas' to rekindle the pride and valour of the soldiers who took part in Operation Vijay.

How comeback man Agarwal made it count at Wankhede

How comeback man Agarwal made it count at Wankhede

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Mayank scored 150 and 62 in the first and second innings respectively of the second Test against New Zealand before India defeated the Kiwis on Monday, December 6.

What's going wrong for SunRisers Hyderabad?

What's going wrong for SunRisers Hyderabad?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Following the heart-wrenching loss SRH skipper David Warner said dropping Manish Pandey from the playing XI was a 'harsh call'.

Laxman hits back at Clarke over IPL contracts comment

Laxman hits back at Clarke over IPL contracts comment

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

'If you're friendly with any Indian player it doesn't mean that you are getting IPL contract'

U19 WC: Virus-hit India pray for availability of players

U19 WC: Virus-hit India pray for availability of players

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

Siddarth Yadav is the only player who has a confirmed positive RT-PCR report while Dhull, Rasheed, and Aaradhya Yadav tested positive in Rapid Antigen Tests.

Kohli hopes 100 Tests milestone will inspire many

Kohli hopes 100 Tests milestone will inspire many

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Basking in the glory of becoming only the 12th Indian cricketer to play 100 Tests, Virat Kohli said he wants the "next generation" to take inspiration from the fact he could achieve the milestone despite playing in all three formats of the game in a gruelling international schedule.

MS Tales: When Dravid blasted Dhoni...

MS Tales: When Dravid blasted Dhoni...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Virender Sehwag recalls moments when Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end of Rahul Dravid's angry outburst

Staying focussed the key during U-19 World Cup, says India coach

Staying focussed the key during U-19 World Cup, says India coach

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

The under-19 World Cup begins in the West Indies on Friday and India opens its campaign with a match against South Africa on Saturday.

Gavaskar lauds Kohli for his terrific innings against Pakistan

Gavaskar lauds Kohli for his "terrific innings" against Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar has heaped praise on India captain Virat Kohli for his 57-run knock against arch-rivals Pakistan in their T20 World Cup match, saying it was a "terrific innings" under difficult circumstances.

Dravid applies for Indian team head coach's post

Dravid applies for Indian team head coach's post

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Celebrated former captain Rahul Dravid is all but certain to to be the Indian cricket team's next head coach after he formally applied for the high-profile position on Tuesday.

Troy Cooley to be NCA's new fast bowling coach

Troy Cooley to be NCA's new fast bowling coach

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Troy Cooley is considered one of the best fast bowling coaches in world cricket. His moment of glory came as England's bowling coach during the historic 2005 Ashes, when the home team's fast bowlers were a nightmare for the Aussie batters.

Kohli leads wishes as Virender Sehwag turns 42

Kohli leads wishes as Virender Sehwag turns 42

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Also, he is the only Indian with two Test triple tons.