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'Rohit, Dravid changed India's batting forever'

'Rohit, Dravid changed India's batting forever'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

India's aggressive batting approach, which has brought a lot of success, is credit to former captain Rohit Sharma and ex-head coach Rahul Dravid, according to Ravichandran Ashwin.

End of an era? Rohit, Kohli unsure of return to Australia

End of an era? Rohit, Kohli unsure of return to Australia

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit a magnificent 121, while Virat Kohli stroked 74 in India's emphatic nine-wicket victory against Australia in Sydney.

Virat Kohli's approach for New Zealand tour

Virat Kohli's approach for New Zealand tour

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

India will be playing five T20s, three ODIs and two Tests in New Zealand.

Virat Kohli launches a new venture, Stepathlon Kids

Virat Kohli launches a new venture, Stepathlon Kids

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

This venture will also mark Stepathlon's entry into the business to consumer space.

Feeling free in mind, haven't played like this in 2-3 years: Kohli

Feeling free in mind, haven't played like this in 2-3 years: Kohli

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli said he is 'feeling really free' mentally after producing another match-winning effort to help India clinch the three-match ODI series.

10 Celebs With Clothing Labels

10 Celebs With Clothing Labels

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Several prominent Indian celebrities have interests beyond the silver screen or cricket pitch.

Take back retirement, return to Tests: Madan Lal's plea to Kohli

Take back retirement, return to Tests: Madan Lal's plea to Kohli

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

1983 World Cup winning former India all-rounder Madan Lal urged Virat Kohli to reconsider his retirement and return to Test cricket.

The pride, the perfume and the perils of Virat Kohli

The pride, the perfume and the perils of Virat Kohli

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

'He may be a scientist, a poet and a brat. And in addition to all this, Virat Kohli is also cricket's No 1 Rollerblade-Artist,' says Sreehari Nair.

Anushka and I not hiding anything, says Virat Kohli

Anushka and I not hiding anything, says Virat Kohli

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

They have reportedly been seeing each other for quite a while now, but both managed to keep their relationship under wraps. Now, it seems, India's star batsman Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anuskha Sharma have finally decided to come out in the open and make their affair public.

Rohit on cusp of joining elite list of Indian batters

Rohit on cusp of joining elite list of Indian batters

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Rohit Sharma poised to become 4th Indian batter to score 20,000 international runs

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's impressive performance in IPL 2026 has sparked debate about his potential return to the Indian T20I squad.

'Virat Kohli took the game away from us'

'Virat Kohli took the game away from us'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham feels his team was simply outdone by the brilliance of Virat Kohli and Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the third One-day International in Mohali. Neesham (57 off 47) helped New Zealand post 285 with a maiden half century down the order before Kohli made short work of the target to give India a seven-wicket victory on Sunday. Kohli, who hit his 26th ODI hundred, remained unbeaten on 154 after sharing a 151-run stand with Dhoni (80).

BCCI breaks silence on Kohli-Rohit exit

BCCI breaks silence on Kohli-Rohit exit

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Putting an end to the rumours surrounding Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's sudden Test retirement, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has insisted the decision was purely theirs

Virat Kohli on how India achieved the impossible at Hobart

Virat Kohli on how India achieved the impossible at Hobart

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

Virat Kohli, who smashed an unbeaten 133 to guide India to a morale-boosting victory over Sri Lanka in a crunch tri-series match in Hobart on Tuesday, said his side was confident of winning the tie in 40 overs and they took it as playing two Twenty20 games.

Kohli's love-affair with Australia set to deepen on ODI return

Kohli's love-affair with Australia set to deepen on ODI return

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'Australia is his favourite hunting ground, and now he is making his comeback after the IPL. I am really looking forward to seeing him bat in those three ODIs, and hopefully, out of those three, he gets at least two centuries for India.'

Kohli Touches Shami's Mum's Feet, Seeks Blessings

Kohli Touches Shami's Mum's Feet, Seeks Blessings

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

In a wholesome moment that warm the cockles of one's soul, Virat Kohli touched Mohammad Shami's mother's feet and sought her blessings.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

What lies behind Vaibhav's amazing journey over the last couple of years is something beyond mere analysis. By any stretch of imagination, some of the shots he has played seem to remain in the realm of impossibility. Doubtless reams will be written about this and we will still not have a clue, because he would have moved on to newer peaks, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Siraj returns as Team India drop squad for New Zealand ODIs

Siraj returns as Team India drop squad for New Zealand ODIs

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

While the first India vs New Zealand ODI will be played at Vadodara, the second match will get underway at Rajkot. The teams will face off for the final ODI of the series at Indore.

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi smashes 15-ball 50 as RR crush RCB to extend winning streak

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi smashes 15-ball 50 as RR crush RCB to extend winning streak

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten century, while Virat Kohli returned to form with a fluent fifty as India cruised to an emphatic nine-wicket victory in the inconsequential third and final ODI against Australia.

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

RCB batting coach Karthik, who has shared the same dressing room with Kohli and has been with him since the announcement of the surprising decision, revealed the 36-year-old is enjoying the sport.

India's Home Season 2026-27: Guwahati To Host Australia Test; Mumbai, Kolkata Left Out

India's Home Season 2026-27: Guwahati To Host Australia Test; Mumbai, Kolkata Left Out

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Guwahati will host the India vs Australia Test match in February, while traditional venues like Mumbai and Kolkata have not been given any games in the 2026-27 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Virat Kohli to replace injured Gambhir in Lanka

Virat Kohli to replace injured Gambhir in Lanka

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

India's tri-series cricket campaign received a jolt on Thursday when left-handed opener Gautam Gambhir was ruled out of the event because of a groin injury. Young Dehi middle order batsman Virat Kohli has been named his replacement.

'Virat Kohli is a special player who holds the team together'

'Virat Kohli is a special player who holds the team together'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Cricketing legends Kapil Dev, Wasim Akram and Sourav Ganguly have heaped praise on Virat Kohli with one comparing India's batting mainstay to tennis great John McEnroe and another saying that his value in the team is more than his teammates.

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Rediff.com19 May 2025

On this week's Sports and Pastime podcast, Prem Panicker and Faisal Shariff discuss the likely reasons for Virat Kohli's Test retirement, his impact on Indian cricket and the debate surrounding his legacy.

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Thursday stressed that each and every bilateral assignment will be "very important" now for stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as India look ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Virat Kohli has spoken for the first time since his emotional decision to retire from Test cricket.

'Arrest Kohli' Trending As RCB Legend Heads for London

'Arrest Kohli' Trending As RCB Legend Heads for London

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Arrest Kohli was the trending topic on social media on Friday with some netizens claiming that it was at his insistence that the RCB bus parade was held on Wednesday.

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Riyan Parag says Sanju Samson is irreplaceable as Rajasthan Royals reshape squad with Jadeja and Curran ahead of IPL 2026.

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Since India last played a bilateral series against Australia in their home territory just before the ODI World Cup in 2023, 'Ro-Ko' have been sensational.

Kohli, Rohit to retire from ODIs after Australia tour?

Kohli, Rohit to retire from ODIs after Australia tour?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

'Kohli and Rohit do not fit in our plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.'

Ashwin Reveals How Pujara Helped Kohli Pile Up Runs

Ashwin Reveals How Pujara Helped Kohli Pile Up Runs

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin paid a heartwarming tribute to batter Cheteshwar Pujara following his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket, calling his batting a "symphony".

'Mumbai Indians need to look beyond Bumrah's four overs'

'Mumbai Indians need to look beyond Bumrah's four overs'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis suggests Mumbai Indians need to reduce their reliance on Jasprit Bumrah to achieve consistency in the IPL.

DK compares Kohli's work ethics to Djokovic, Bryant

DK compares Kohli's work ethics to Djokovic, Bryant

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'One of the things I love about Virat's thought process on the game is, it is always the aggressive option.'

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli presented Kevin Pietersen's son Dylan with an autographed India blue jersey.

India will target 100 medals at 2036 Olympics: Shah

India will target 100 medals at 2036 Olympics: Shah

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

'After Commonwealth 2030, we are aiming to host the Olympics in 2036 here.'

How Renuka Singh Thakur Is Planning To Get Back The 'Swing'

How Renuka Singh Thakur Is Planning To Get Back The 'Swing'

Rediff.com14 May 2026

India's Renuka Singh Thakur is working to rediscover her swing bowling after a challenging tour of South Africa. She is studying old videos and focusing on fitness and skills at a training camp in Bengaluru ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup.

Why Gambhir Should Bring Back Kohli-Era Style Pitches

Why Gambhir Should Bring Back Kohli-Era Style Pitches

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Gautam Gambhir, India's head coach, may have expressed support for the Kolkata pitch, but it continues to draw criticism from all quarters.

Virat Kohli's flop show continues in New Zealand

Virat Kohli's flop show continues in New Zealand

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Virat Kohli's split second indiscretion became his undoing as he went for a needless pull-shot to a well-disguised short ball.

When Ishant stunned Kohli with his batting prowess!

When Ishant stunned Kohli with his batting prowess!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Indian pacer Ishant Sharma recalled scoring his maiden Test half-century against the West Indies back in 2019 at Kingston, Jamaica, and how he faced some teasing from his skipper and childhood friend Virat Kohli, who jokingly asked him to just "play the ball".