News for 'VVS'

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.

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

India team coach to be selected on July 10: Ganguly

India team coach to be selected on July 10: Ganguly

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) member Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said that the interview to select the new India coach will be held on July 10 in Mumbai.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Indian doctor who treated Rizwan astonished at recovery

Indian doctor who treated Rizwan astonished at recovery

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Rizwan had been suffering from intermittent fever, persistent cough, and chest tightness for 3-5 days before being hospitalised.

Ganguly can't hold back his joy as Kolkata turns pink

Ganguly can't hold back his joy as Kolkata turns pink

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

And proud BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly posted pictures from the city as landmarks were adorned in the bright hue.

'Rockstar Ashwin is constantly reinventing himself'

'Rockstar Ashwin is constantly reinventing himself'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

To prove his point, Laxman cited the example of Steve Smith's trouble against Ashwin during India's recent tour Down Under.

Pandya, Kohli, Tendulkar greet fans on Holi

Pandya, Kohli, Tendulkar greet fans on Holi

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

The cricket fraternity on Tuesday extended greetings to their fans and followers on the occasion of Holi -- the festival of colours. India captain Virat Kohli wished the people a 'safe holi'.

BCCI ethics officer and ombudsman DK Jain gets extension

BCCI ethics officer and ombudsman DK Jain gets extension

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

Former Supreme Court judge D K Jain will continue as BCCI's ethics officer and ombudsman after getting a one-year extension. Jain was appointed by the Supreme Court in February 2019 as BCCI's first ever ombudsman. He was later given the additional role of ethics officer.

Rahane stuns Warne, Sehwag with his smart captaincy

Rahane stuns Warne, Sehwag with his smart captaincy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

India seized the initiative with Ajinkya Rahane shuffling his bowlers smartly

'Ishan, Suryakumar deserve to play in T20 World Cup'

'Ishan, Suryakumar deserve to play in T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

Lot of players can make it to the squad with some good performances in the upcoming IPL.

Should the 'soft signal' rule be changed in cricket?

Should the 'soft signal' rule be changed in cricket?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

India captain Virat Kohli has called for changes to the 'soft-signal' rule for outfield catches after team mate Suryakumar Yadav was controversially dismissed in Thursday's fourth T20 International against England.

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

"I was the one who suggested that we should go back home immediately because it was clear it was one-sided and it was not fair but Anil (Kumble) showed great leadership qualities and managed everything," Laxman said during the launch of his book '281 and Beyond' in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Mithali completes 10,000 runs; cricketers laud her

Mithali completes 10,000 runs; cricketers laud her

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Mithali Raj joins England's Charlotte Edwards in the elite club

SEE: Natarajan in the zone as Team India hit the nets

SEE: Natarajan in the zone as Team India hit the nets

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Since the Test specialists are also travelling, the red ball training will also happen along with usual white ball nets.

Conflict of Interest: Notices issued to Tendulkar, Laxman

Conflict of Interest: Notices issued to Tendulkar, Laxman

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

This is the third case of conflict of interest allegation being filed after former skipper Sourav Ganguly had to appear before Justice (retd.) Jain for deposition for his triple role as CAB president, CAC member as well as advisor of Delhi Capitals.

Is Gayle the greatest in T20 cricket history?

Is Gayle the greatest in T20 cricket history?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Wearing a beaming smile and sunglasses under a helmet, 'Universe Boss' Chris Gayle on Saturday appeared to have brought the curtains down on his phenomenal T20 international career,

'New Zealand outplayed India in all departments'

'New Zealand outplayed India in all departments'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

After New Zealand thrashed India by ten wickets in the first Test in Wellington on Monday, former cricketer VVS Laxman said the visitors were outplayed in all departments. This was New Zealand's 100th Test match win, while on the other hand World No 1 India suffered their first defeat in the ICC World Test Championship.

The real challenge for Dhawan on Sri Lanka tour...

The real challenge for Dhawan on Sri Lanka tour...

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Laxman said Dhawan has to be amongst runs in the Sri Lanka series considering the stiff competition for the opening spot in T20 WC squad.

Tendulkar, Bhajji, Kumble wish the nation Eid Mubarak

Tendulkar, Bhajji, Kumble wish the nation Eid Mubarak

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Sachin Tendulkar, on Wednesday, wished the country on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fir.

As Laxman turns 45, here's a look at his finest knocks!

As Laxman turns 45, here's a look at his finest knocks!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

The batsman went on to score 8,781 runs in Tests while he registered 2,338 runs in 50-over cricket.

Rahul Dravid turns 45! Tendulkar, Laxman tweet wishes

Rahul Dravid turns 45! Tendulkar, Laxman tweet wishes

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Obviously, Twitter was abuzz and #HappyBirthdayDravid was the top trending topic.

PIX: Cricket fans back in the stands in India

PIX: Cricket fans back in the stands in India

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

With international cricket returning to India, the second Test of the four-match series is the first time that fans have been allowed to attend, considering the ever-improving COVID-19 situation in the country.

Tendulkar, Ganguly and Laxman to select India's coach

Tendulkar, Ganguly and Laxman to select India's coach

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Wednesday announced that former cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly have been entrusted with the task of selecting the next Indian coach.

Tendulkar, Hardik get nostalgic on Father's Day

Tendulkar, Hardik get nostalgic on Father's Day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Tendulkar shared a video in which he showed a 'priceless' thing that is very close to the legendary batsman.

How India beat the odds and won the U-19 World Cup

How India beat the odds and won the U-19 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Having battled a COVID-19 outbreak in their camp, which nearly derailed their campaign, India beat England by four wickets in the final of this edition on Saturday to extend their dominance in the age-group showpiece.

'Best player of our times': Kohli hails 'brother' de Villiers

'Best player of our times': Kohli hails 'brother' de Villiers

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Tributes poured in for AB de Villiers after the South African batter on Friday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, with Indian maestro Virat Kohli aptly summing up his greatness by calling him the "best player of our times".

SA batsmen didn't know whether to go forward or backward against India pacers: Gavaskar

SA batsmen didn't know whether to go forward or backward against India pacers: Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Zubayr Hamza, Temba Bavuma wee beaten by sheer pace and the length

'Shami rewarded for excellent bowling'

'Shami rewarded for excellent bowling'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The first half an hour saw only 5 runs being scored and that showed the determination in both Taylor and Williamson's approach. While Jasprit Bumrah could have bowled slightly better in the conditions, Shami and Ishant kept trying to add to the tension as they maintained a disciplined approach. It was about who breaks first.

'The nation has lost a brilliant leader': Virat, Sachin pay tribute

'The nation has lost a brilliant leader': Virat, Sachin pay tribute

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Olympic medallists Sushil Kumar, Vijender Singh along with India's top cricketers including Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Anil Kumble paid tribute to former President Pranab Mukherjee, who passed away on Monday.

I am not jealous of you: Harbhajan tells Ashwin

I am not jealous of you: Harbhajan tells Ashwin

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Veteran India off- pinner Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday rejected the perception that he is jealous of Ravinchandran Ashwin, saying the Tamil Nadu bowler is a "legend in making".

Smart preparation is formula for performing well overseas, says Laxman

Smart preparation is formula for performing well overseas, says Laxman

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Performing well overseas should be India's top priority and the Test squad needs 'smart preparation' every time they embark on a tour, according to former India batsman VVS Laxman.

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Steve Waugh back at Eden, as a photographer

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Steve Waugh was seen in a shooting spree, taking shots of the Eden Gardens as well as those of the Bengal-Ranji fixture.

Kohli tells countrymen 'stay strong and fight outbreak'

Kohli tells countrymen 'stay strong and fight outbreak'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

India captain Virat Kohli has urged his countrymen to take all necessary precautions in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, which has claimed lives of over 4000 people across the globe.