News for 'WHAT WENT WRONG FOR AUSTRALIA'

Haneef's ordeal to be depicted into play

Haneef's ordeal to be depicted into play

Rediff.com26 Jan 2008

A play depicting the ordeal of Indian doctor Mohammed Haneef, wrongly accused of involvement in the failed UK car bombings, during his nearly four-week detention in Australia in 2007, will be staged across Australia in February.

Another blow for India! Injured Bhuvneshwar out of next 2-3 games

Another blow for India! Injured Bhuvneshwar out of next 2-3 games

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

According to BCCI media team, Bhuvneshwar suffered "tightness in his left hamstring" which forced him to leave the field after bowling 2.4 overs. He will take no further part in the game. His figures were 2.4-0-8-0.

Non-usage of saliva on balls will be hard to implement: Lee

Non-usage of saliva on balls will be hard to implement: Lee

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Lee, who played 76 Tests and 221 ODIs, however expects some leniency from the world cricket body in this regard.

Brain Fade2? No. Perera did not take help for DRS

Brain Fade2? No. Perera did not take help for DRS

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

Perera did not take dressing room help for DRS review: SLC

Warne critical of Aus squad picked for India ODIs

Warne critical of Aus squad picked for India ODIs

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

'I cannot believe that D'Arcy Short has been left out of the side. I don't know what he's done wrong. He can bowl and his batting at the top is dynamic. He's in terrific form, and he and Finch make an awesome partnership at the top'

Can India find a way to deal with O'Keefe in 2nd Test?

Can India find a way to deal with O'Keefe in 2nd Test?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Steve O'Keefe was instrumental in helping Australia record one of the most famous test victories in recent times but hosts India have been quick to put their heavy defeat down to the pitch in Pune rather than the 32-year-old spinner's performance.

Will the axe be wielded on India's openers?

Will the axe be wielded on India's openers?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

India have more serious worries on their hands heading into the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground next week - the visitors are definitely in a spot of bother as far as their opening combination is concerned.

When did India win the under-19 World Cup?

When did India win the under-19 World Cup?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2004

A quiz for all you cricket fans.

When Bollywood took flight

When Bollywood took flight

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Like there's no dearth of memorable bus scenes and train imagery in Hindi movies, planes are equally prolific on silver screen.

How Stokes reacted to his sensational one-handed catch

How Stokes reacted to his sensational one-handed catch

Rediff.com31 May 2019

It is a mark of the standards Ben Stokes sets that his first reaction to the wonder catch that dismissed to Andile Phehlukwayo was that he had got into the wrong position.

'India has quality player like Mayank to replace Rohit'

'India has quality player like Mayank to replace Rohit'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Mayank Agarwal is likely to open with Shikhar Dhawan in Rohit's absence in the ODI series beginning on Friday.

Renegades may bring back Gayle despite 'don't blush' furore

Renegades may bring back Gayle despite 'don't blush' furore

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Renegades coach David Saker said that while Gayle's behaviour was wrong it would not factor into his recruiting decisions.

Warner's brother slams Watson on Twitter

Warner's brother slams Watson on Twitter

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Australian player David Warner has been put into another controversy after his brother Steven reportedly abused Shane Watson on his Twitter account.

Wimbledon PIX: Serena retires; Federer survives while Zverev, Barty through to second round

Wimbledon PIX: Serena retires; Federer survives while Zverev, Barty through to second round

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Images from Day 2 of the Wimbledon tennis championships in London, on Tuesday.

Agarwal and Vijay should open in 3rd Test: Manjrekar

Agarwal and Vijay should open in 3rd Test: Manjrekar

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Sanjay Manjrekar said the team management should take the blame for selections which have backfired.

'Stoinis, Pattinson's homophobic slurs disappointing'

'Stoinis, Pattinson's homophobic slurs disappointing'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

Megan Schutt is upset with her male counterparts James Pattinson and Marcus Stoinis' recent homophobic slurs.

Mitch Marsh is all pumped up for the Indians

Mitch Marsh is all pumped up for the Indians

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

'I'm doing my best to make the number six spot my own, that's all I can do.'

Isn't he the best batsman in the world at the moment?

Isn't he the best batsman in the world at the moment?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

Australia skipper Steve Smith continued his love affair with Pune across all formats when the 27-year-old guided Rising Pune Supergiant to victory in their Indian Premier League (IPL) thriller against Mumbai Indians on Thursday.

Aussie captain frustrated with 'imperfect' DRS

Aussie captain frustrated with 'imperfect' DRS

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

'It's just frustrating; I'd imagine it's frustrating for everyone.'

Early Australian team selection just for marketing reasons: Mark Waugh

Early Australian team selection just for marketing reasons: Mark Waugh

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Australia selector Mark Waugh refreshingly candid departure from sport media-speak when he let slip that Cricket Australia wanted their Test team selected early for 'marketing reasons' has been swiftly rebuffed by the governing body on Friday.

No. 4 conundrum haunts Team India

No. 4 conundrum haunts Team India

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Selectors continue to fret over who bats after the second wicket falls, however, with a series of candidates having fluffed their auditions.

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

There were times when MS Dhoni let emotions get the better of him.

Smith steps down from IPL captaincy, may miss league as CA probe begins

Smith steps down from IPL captaincy, may miss league as CA probe begins

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Ajinkya Rahane has been named as the new skipper of the IPL team.

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Stating that he felt "ashamed" by the Indian cricket team's dismal performance against Australia in the ongoing Test series, former India captain Kapil Dev said every aspect of the game has gone wrong for the Indians.

Davis Cup round-up: Kyrgios distances himself from troubled Tomic

Davis Cup round-up: Kyrgios distances himself from troubled Tomic

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

'You'd also be wrong if you tried to lump me in the same category as Bernard Tomic'

Dharamsala Test: Debutant Kuldeep shines, Smith hits ton on Day 1

Dharamsala Test: Debutant Kuldeep shines, Smith hits ton on Day 1

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

The 22-year-old Kuldeep, who replaced injured skipper Viart Kohli, returned figures of four for 68 in 23 overs after Australia decided to bat and made a resounding start.

'India will have to really lift themselves up mentally at MCG'

'India will have to really lift themselves up mentally at MCG'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar defended Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his "unrest" comment that got the media talking about a rift within the Indian cricket team in Australia, saying that the Indian captain might have chosen a wrong word to describe the situation.

Which position should Dhoni bat in ODIs?

Which position should Dhoni bat in ODIs?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2019

The former India captain made a slow 51 from 96 balls in India's 34-run defeat to Australia in the first ODI, sparking another debate about his current form in a World Cup year.

Michael Clarke on Kohli-Kumble saga

Michael Clarke on Kohli-Kumble saga

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

"There are bound to be disagreements but that can be sorted in closed environments. In any great relationship, you get challenged," Clarke said.

Had battled thoughts of jumping off the balcony: Uthappa on depression

Had battled thoughts of jumping off the balcony: Uthappa on depression

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Robin Uthappa said 'was innately not happy with something'. It was at this stage that the 34-year-old began maintaining a diary before reaching out for professional help.

Afghan keeper comes up with conspiracy theory

Afghan keeper comes up with conspiracy theory

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

'I still don't know why I was ruled unfit when I was fit enough to play'

Dr Haneef's family elated at Aus govt's decision

Dr Haneef's family elated at Aus govt's decision

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

The family of Dr Mohammad Haneef, who was declared innocent after being wrongfully confined on terror charges in Australia, is elated. When contacted, His family members in Bengaluru said that they were elated with the decision of the Australian government. They expressed hope that Dr Haneef would now start leading a normal life.The doctor, who hails from Bengaluru, was wrongfully accused of being involved in the Glasgow terror plot.

What Rahul has to do to ensure the runs flow again

What Rahul has to do to ensure the runs flow again

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

Technique is "overrated" for K L Rahul, but the India opener has admitted he needs to show some patience to ensure the runs flow again from the willow that promised much.

Spin bowling coach for Team India? Joshi throws hat in the ring

Spin bowling coach for Team India? Joshi throws hat in the ring

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Sunil Joshi has applied for the national team bowling coach's job

COVID-19: Take the first available vaccine to you

COVID-19: Take the first available vaccine to you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

'All the vaccines that are available in most countries, right now, are all highly effective and safe.'

Cric Buzz: Why is there a dearth of non-white umpires?

Cric Buzz: Why is there a dearth of non-white umpires?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Former Test umpire and Hampshire cricketer John Holder is among those who have called for an independent inquiry into the dearth of non-white match officials in English cricket.

Laxman's 281 in Eden Test saved my career: Ganguly

Laxman's 281 in Eden Test saved my career: Ganguly

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

Shaken by the match-fixing scandal, Indian cricket was going through a turbulent time at the start of the 21st century when Sourav Ganguly took charge of the team.

Fitness and form key to Yuvraj's comeback, says Patil

Fitness and form key to Yuvraj's comeback, says Patil

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

Former chairman of national selection committee Sandeep Patil called Yuvraj Singh 'God's gift' to Indian cricket but said form and fitness will hold the key to the seasoned campaigner's participation in the 2019 World Cup.

Hackers attack Ratan Tata, Trai chief's Twitter accounts

Hackers attack Ratan Tata, Trai chief's Twitter accounts

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Tata has 6.13 million followers on Twitter and has tweeted only 119 times since he joined the microblogging platform in April 2011

Michael Clarke happy to shut doubters

Michael Clarke happy to shut doubters

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Dubbed underdogs to start with, Australia are in the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup and skipper Michael Clarke is thrilled that his side has proved the naysayers wrong with their unbeaten run so far in the tournament.