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'Pant plays the game in the right spirit' :Labuschagne

'Pant plays the game in the right spirit' :Labuschagne

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne described wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as the most "amusing" player in the Indian team, ahead of the upcoming five-match Test series between the fierce rivals.

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Joe Root gears up for an action-packed year of Test cricket featuring home series against India and an away Ashes series against Australia

'We Cannot Trust China'

'We Cannot Trust China'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

'However, we must implement a tit-for-tat approach -- reciprocating their conduct with precision.' 'If they demonstrate respect, we respond accordingly. If they adopt hostile positions, we mirror that hostility with equal intensity.'

RCB's injury woes deepen; pacer doubtful for restart

RCB's injury woes deepen; pacer doubtful for restart

Rediff.com11 May 2025

RCB seamer Josh Hazlewood's participation in remaining IPL matches doubtful

'More grass than before': Kotak hints at green top

'More grass than before': Kotak hints at green top

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak is expecting the pitch for the Lord's Test to be much more challenging for the batters

Angelo is sad.. not because he's quitting Tests!

Angelo is sad.. not because he's quitting Tests!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Ahead of his final Test match, former Sri Lanka skipper Angelo Mathews has expressed his deep concern over the limited Test cricket opportunities for teams outside the traditional powerhouses like Australia, India, and England.

I won't mind if I get an opportunity: Pujara

I won't mind if I get an opportunity: Pujara

Rediff.com25 May 2025

If I get an opportunity to represent the country, that will be the best thing: Pujara

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Jurel has produced a solid body of work in first-class and Test cricket alike, even though he displayed a completely different avatar for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a finisher since his debut in 2023.

Gill India's fifth youngest Test captain

Gill India's fifth youngest Test captain

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Star batter Shubman Gill was on Saturday named captain of the Indian Test squad for the upcoming five-match away series against England, signaling the start of a new era in Indian red-ball cricket.

Paris Olympics: India STUN mighty Australia in hockey thriller

Paris Olympics: India STUN mighty Australia in hockey thriller

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

India stunned Tokyo Games silver medallist and their biggest nemesis Australia 3-2 in Paris on Friday

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja continued his renaissance as a batter, delivering his best-ever outing during the recent Test series in England and joining a list of legends

Ashwin's shocking retirement at Gabba- The full story!

Ashwin's shocking retirement at Gabba- The full story!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Former India off-spinner R Ashwin revealed he considered retiring after his 100th Test but ultimately decided to call it quits during the tour of Australia.

Women's T20 WC PIX: India lose to Australia; semis hopes fade

Women's T20 WC PIX: India lose to Australia; semis hopes fade

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Women's T20 World Cup match between India and Australia in Sharjah on Sunday

SA captain Bavuma on responsibility of being a black leader

SA captain Bavuma on responsibility of being a black leader

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Bavuma, in his Test journey of over a decade, as the first black batter for South Africa, has faced a lot of ups and downs. A magnificent century against England in Cape Town back in 2016 attached to him plenty of expectations.

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Though there is no official word from the selection committee, signs point to Shami being left out of the touring party unless the medical team clears him with a positive report in the coming days.

Can Gambhir Turn Boys Into Men?

Can Gambhir Turn Boys Into Men?

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Gill, Rahul, Pant and the irrepressible Yashasvi Jaiswal will now have a chance to script the next glorious chapter in Indian cricket.

'Baccha Log Accha Karega'

'Baccha Log Accha Karega'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'We won't miss Virat and Rohit. I have faith in our young team.'

'Can't cry about it': Bumrah reacts after Jaiswal drops 3

'Can't cry about it': Bumrah reacts after Jaiswal drops 3

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Jasprit Bumrah reflected on missed catching opportunities off his bowling and emphasised the importance of moving on during the game.

Deepti rises to No. 5 in ODI world rankings!

Deepti rises to No. 5 in ODI world rankings!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Deepti Sharma breaks into the top-five of the latest ICC ODI Women's all-rounders rankings.

'Stop the masala, talk cricket': Rohit slams Indian commentary

'Stop the masala, talk cricket': Rohit slams Indian commentary

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit Sharma has launched a scathing critique of cricket commentary and journalism in the country

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli has been with RCB since the inaugural edition of the IPL in 2008, including nine seasons as captain of a franchise that made the finals in 2009, 2011 and 2016 but lost every time.

T20 World Cup: Stoinis shines as Australia crush Oman

T20 World Cup: Stoinis shines as Australia crush Oman

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

David Warner and all-rounder Marcus Stoinis scored half-centuries as 2021 champions Australia opened their account in the T20 World Cup with a 39-run win against Oman.

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

It is now-or-never for the now senior-most superstar batter to produce an all-timer series that justifies his talent.

'If Bumrah is fit, he should captain India else...'

'If Bumrah is fit, he should captain India else...'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Ishant Sharma is backing Jasprit Bumrah to lead the Indian team on the tour of England.

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

As India get set to take on England in a five-match Test series, starting in Leeds on June 20, a look at the upcoming milestone for their top players.

Kohli hits nets; Bethell, Livingstone rejoin RCB

Kohli hits nets; Bethell, Livingstone rejoin RCB

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Among other developments from the RCB camp, West Indies all-rounder Romario Shepherd and England's Liam Livingstone have returned to India and rejoined the squad on Wednesday.

14 Times Bollywood Discovered Nature

14 Times Bollywood Discovered Nature

Rediff.com28 May 2025

When not facing the arc lights or gracing the red carpet, stars love to catch their breath far away from the maddening crowds in the lap of nature.

Hockey series: India go 0-3 down to Australia

Hockey series: India go 0-3 down to Australia

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Veteran goalkeeper P R Sreejesh's heroics went in vain as India squandered a goal lead and went down 1-2 to Australia in the third men's hockey Test in Perth on Wednesday.

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'... when I'm not quite at my best and not feeling that great out there, is my ability to still contribute and take those big wickets.'

Australia's Khawaja cleared to play second West Indies Test

Australia's Khawaja cleared to play second West Indies Test

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Usman Khawaja will return to training on Tuesday after being cleared to play the second Test

Why Australia flopped in the T20 World Cup...

Why Australia flopped in the T20 World Cup...

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Australia were grossly under-prepared for the India challenge, while pacer Mitchell Starc virtually ran out of ideas when Rohit Sharma smashed him for 29 runs in an over in their Super Eights match in Gros Islet (Saint Lucia), says former-cricketer Brad Hogg.

Let's not panic: Manjkrekar on Ro-Ko retirement

Let's not panic: Manjkrekar on Ro-Ko retirement

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Manjrekar however, did flag India's overseas batting fragility.

Why Did Rohit Sharma Abruptly End Test Career?

Why Did Rohit Sharma Abruptly End Test Career?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Was it a lack of confidence about whether he would perform in England that influenced his decision? asks K R Nayar.

Why Agarkar believes England tour may go either way

Why Agarkar believes England tour may go either way

Rediff.com24 May 2025

England tour may go either way, pressure on Gill but experience will help: Agarkar on transition

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

In India's previpus tours of England, Rahane and Pujara have amassed 864 and 870 runs in 16 Test matches, respectively.

Jadeja sparks retirement speculation

Jadeja sparks retirement speculation

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has fueled retirement speculation after posting a cryptic image of his Test jersey on his Instagram story.

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Rahane had, on May 2, said he would never give up on his "desire and hunger" to play for India again despite being out of reckoning for the past two years.

Help Gill Pick India's Playing XI For Leeds Test

Help Gill Pick India's Playing XI For Leeds Test

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the first Test against England?

Steve Smith retires from ODIs after Champions Trophy exit

Steve Smith retires from ODIs after Champions Trophy exit

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Australia's stand-in skipper and batting mainstay Steve Smith announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals following his team's semi-final loss to India in the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday.

Australia crush India 5-1, worst performance ever?

Australia crush India 5-1, worst performance ever?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Indian men's hockey team suffers 1-5 thrashing at hands of Australia in first Test