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Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Under Rohit Sharma, India won the 2018 and 2023 ODI Asia Cup, runners-up position in the 2023 World Cup at home and triumphed in the the ICC Champions Trophy in March.

Bumrah to Join Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin in Test Exit?

Bumrah to Join Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin in Test Exit?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Bumrah's pace has dropped noticeably in the ongoing fourth Test against England in Manchester - from his usual 140kph to the 130-135kph range. While he consistently touched 140-plus at Headingley and Lord's, Old Trafford has told a different story.

Kohli reveals his standout quarantine story

Kohli reveals his standout quarantine story

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Virat Kohli said that he baked a cake for the first time for his wife and Bollywood star Anushka Sharma on her birthday

'We talk a lot about kids': Chhetri, Kohli bond over fatherhood

'We talk a lot about kids': Chhetri, Kohli bond over fatherhood

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Sunil Chhetri and Virat Kohli, two of India's most iconic athletes, have found a common bond in fatherhood.

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

KKR Mentor Gautam Gambhir was all ears as Virat Kohli did all the talking.

Anushka, Virat's French Connection

Anushka, Virat's French Connection

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Anu and Chikoo have landed in Paris just as temperatures have soared to 41 degrees Celsius.

'I Lost 28 Kilos In 10 Months'

'I Lost 28 Kilos In 10 Months'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

"Be very kind to yourself. Start with small things. If you really want to do it, nothing is going to stop you." Mumbai based, 26-year-old Aayushi Tailor shares her weight loss journey in a candid chat with Rediff's Rishika Shah.

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.

'The way Kohli scripted his comeback made the story even more beautiful'

'The way Kohli scripted his comeback made the story even more beautiful'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Hailing Virat Kohli as the "comeback king," former Indian opener Aakash Chopra said with his 'Player of the Tournament' performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup last year, Kohli "reinvented the wheel".

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India's cricketing journey post-independence is a saga of triumphs! From iconic World Cup wins to unforgettable Test series victories, the nation's passion for cricket shines through.

'Kohli deserved better'

'Kohli deserved better'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

'Believe me, Virat will go out of his way to make the new captain comfortable.'

Get away from cricket... : Bret Lee's advice to Rohit, Kohli

Get away from cricket... : Bret Lee's advice to Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

both Kohli and Rohit have struggled to find their best form, attracting scrutiny following India's recent 0-3 series loss against New Zealand.

Kohli 'Chillin' With Rahane, Thakur

Kohli 'Chillin' With Rahane, Thakur

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Virat Kohli clicked a selfie with team-mates Ajinkya Rahane and Shardul Thakur.

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The decline in Kohli's Test batting average is particularly alarming. It has now plummeted to an eight-year low of 48.74.

Gill: More Dhoni Than Kohli

Gill: More Dhoni Than Kohli

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

A few months after his U-19 World Cup heroics, three senior journalists sought his cellphone number, which he readily provided -- only, he gave three different, but similar, numbers to the three of them!

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Handed the reins of a depleted Indian side in his maiden stint as Test captain, the 24-year-old has been tasked with breaking a 17-year drought without the experience of Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli by his side.

Kohli reveals story behind his nickname 'Chiku'

Kohli reveals story behind his nickname 'Chiku'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Indian skipper Virat Kohli said that it was Mahendra Singh Dhoni who made his nickname famous from behind the stumps while revealing the story behind how he got the name Chiku.

The untold story of Kohli's monk-like lifestyle!

The untold story of Kohli's monk-like lifestyle!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

'Virat Kohli's dedication for the game is very evident and in fact defines him. The way he has lived his life like a monk'

'King Kohli did it in style'

'King Kohli did it in style'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'Watching Virat Kohli master the chase with remarkable consistency is becoming a routine for us.'

Kohli's All Smiles In His 'Happy Place'

Kohli's All Smiles In His 'Happy Place'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

With the Asia Cup set to commence in Pakistan and Sri Lanka from August 30, Virat Kohli has hit the gym.

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Kohli took to Instagram to post a quote by Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: Silence is a source of great strength'.

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Steyn expressed his full support for Kohli's decision, emphasising the importance of family.

Kohli Hits Back At Haters

Kohli Hits Back At Haters

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Kohli's reponse came via a cryptic Instagram Story and urged individuals to develop the ability to be disliked in order to free themselves from the influence of others' opinions.

'Sweet Mangoes Not Aimed At Kohli'

'Sweet Mangoes Not Aimed At Kohli'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'So, as I enjoyed my mangoes in front of the screen, there was no image of Kohli.'

Shami blasts retirement rumours

Shami blasts retirement rumours

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Shami returned to the Indian set up for the England ODI series in February after being sidelined in 2024, following his Achilles tendon injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup.

'He's everywhere': Kohli on Dhoni

'He's everywhere': Kohli on Dhoni

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

'Even on the water bottle.'

Tendulkar's epic shoutout to Kohli's 76th century

Tendulkar's epic shoutout to Kohli's 76th century

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

It was a momentous occasion as Kohli broke his almost five-year wait for an overseas Test ton

Birthday boy Gill makes some fun revelations

Birthday boy Gill makes some fun revelations

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

What's his pet name, who are his idols and who's his best friend in the team...

Muthusamy's ton put SA in control as India's spinners flop

Muthusamy's ton put SA in control as India's spinners flop

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Senuran Muthusamy and Marco Jansen made Indian finger spinners' look ordinary in good batting conditions with invaluable lower-order contributions as South Africa seized control of the second Test.

World Champions Set For Brand Windfall

World Champions Set For Brand Windfall

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur, Smrit Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma, and Jemimah Rodrigues are poised to see an uplift of 25 to 35 per cent in brand value.

Karun Nair Hit In Nets! Will He Play 1st Test?

Karun Nair Hit In Nets! Will He Play 1st Test?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

the 33 year old soon resumed batting and shared a light moment with the support staff, pointing to the spot where he was hit, thereby allaying any serious injury concerns.

RCB eye edge in play-offs race, CSK an elusive win

RCB eye edge in play-offs race, CSK an elusive win

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Kohli has constructed a mini hot streak, making four fifties in his last five innings and pushing for Orange Cap with 443 runs.

Was Kohli responsible for ending Yuvraj's career?

Was Kohli responsible for ending Yuvraj's career?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Yuvraj then made a remarkable recovery to fight his way back into the Indian team and also scored a hundred against England in an ODI, but after a quiet outing in the Champions Trophy in 2017, he was ignored and decided to retire from the game in 2019.

'We'll be ready for India's spin pitches': Bavuma eyes revenge

'We'll be ready for India's spin pitches': Bavuma eyes revenge

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

India have relied on their spin strength on rank turners to gain points in WTC cycles in the past but Gill has said he wants his side to play on tracks that offer equally to batters and bowlers.

When Kohli apologised, Zak told him, 'you've ended my career': Ishant

When Kohli apologised, Zak told him, 'you've ended my career': Ishant

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Indian bowler Ishant Sharma revealed that the Indian batter Virat Kohli's dropped catch was the reason why India's former pacer Zaheer Khan could not play 100 Test matches for India.

Ashwin's Retirement Sends SM Into Spin

Ashwin's Retirement Sends SM Into Spin

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Here's how fans reacted on social media...

'Not a fact, not the truth': Kohli

'Not a fact, not the truth': Kohli

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Virat Kohli posted a quote by Marcus Aurelius after his heated exchange with Lucknow Super Giants' mentor Gautam Gambhir.

Was Naveen Taking A Shot At Virat?

Was Naveen Taking A Shot At Virat?

Rediff.com10 May 2023

When Virat Kohli was dismissed for 1 by Mumbai Indians left-armer Jason Behrendorff, guess who posted a cryptic post on Instagram?

Vamika Turns 1: Anushka, Virat Hug

Vamika Turns 1: Anushka, Virat Hug

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Vamika turns 1 on a day when her dad will play his 99th Test, also the day Coach Rahul Dravid turns 49.