News for 'Wankhede Stadium'

Captaincy sits lightly on Gill

Captaincy sits lightly on Gill

Rediff.com6 May 2025

For the fourth-placed Titans, Shubman has also found a perfect foil in left-handed B Sai Sudharsan as opening partner. On his part, Sudharsan has topped the charts for the Titans with 504 runs in 10 matches at 50.40 and a strike rate of 154.12 with five half-centuries.

Mumbai awaits Rohit's call as Jaiswal joins Ranji camp

Mumbai awaits Rohit's call as Jaiswal joins Ranji camp

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal on Wednesday joined the Mumbai camp after confirming his availability for the next round of Ranji Trophy

IPL 2022: CSK face-off with Kolkata Knight Riders in opener

IPL 2022: CSK face-off with Kolkata Knight Riders in opener

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Both the new teams Gujarat Titans and the Lucknow Super Giants play their first match, against each other, at the Wankhede on March 28.

'This 17-YO will play for CSK for at least 10 years'

'This 17-YO will play for CSK for at least 10 years'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Ayush Mhatre's dazzling start to his IPL journey continued in his first home game for Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.

'World Cup Is Won By Jay Shah, Rajeev Shukla'

'World Cup Is Won By Jay Shah, Rajeev Shukla'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and the Indian team are just sidekicks.'

Rajinikanth, Ajay Devgn Cheer India

Rajinikanth, Ajay Devgn Cheer India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Present at the stadium to promote Bholaa, his coming film, Ajay Devgn was seen conversing with Sanjay Manjrekar and Sunil Gavaskar.

Angad Bumrah Attends 1st IPL Game!

Angad Bumrah Attends 1st IPL Game!

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Jasprit Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan attended the IPL 2024 match at Mumbai's Wankhede stadium with son Angad, who sported the MI jersey.

Bhajji gives thumbs down to Wankhede wicket

Bhajji gives thumbs down to Wankhede wicket

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

Despite Mumbai Indians registering a five-wicket victory over Deccan Chargers in an IPL match, in Mumbai, captain Harbhajan Singh was critical of the Wankhede Stadium pitch, saying that, "it was not a proper Twenty20 wicket".

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Ranji Trophy: Batters and Shardul put Mumbai on top

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

PHOTOS: Team Piku spotted at Wankhede!

PHOTOS: Team Piku spotted at Wankhede!

Rediff.com15 May 2015

There was a dash of Bollywood to the IPL sizzling contest.

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

The pani puri vendor is drawing attention with exclusive deals, including a lifetime unlimited pani puri offer for Rs 99,000 and a Rs 21,000 reward for anyone who can eat 151 pani puris in one sitting.

Gambhir's high-risk, high-reward mantra

Gambhir's high-risk, high-reward mantra

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

India embracing high-risk approach in T20s, says Gautam Gambhir

IPL PIX: Bumrah takes 4 as MI demolish LSG

IPL PIX: Bumrah takes 4 as MI demolish LSG

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Jasprit Bumrah took four wickets as a rampaging Mumbai Indians demolished Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs.

Atkinson satisfied with Wankhede, mum on Kotla

Atkinson satisfied with Wankhede, mum on Kotla

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

Andy Atkinson, the International Crcket Council's chief pitch consultant, expressed satisfaction with the progress of work at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai but remained mum on Delhi's Ferozshah Kotla ground.

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The T20 WC champions will look to enter this phase with clarity of intent as they refine roles, streamline combinations and settle the XI that will carry the weight of expectations in front of home crowds.

India's desperate attempt to avoid series whitewash

India's desperate attempt to avoid series whitewash

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Ahead of the nets, they asked the staff to draw extended white lines along off and leg stumps at four practice nets, an exercise generally aimed at keeping batters aware of the line and lengths.

No women's World Cup ties at Wankhede, MIG Club

No women's World Cup ties at Wankhede, MIG Club

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

The Wankhede stadium and MIG Club ground, which were to host matches of the upcoming ICC women's World Cup, have been withdrawn as venues for the tournament, it was learnt on Monday.

T20 WC parade: BMC collects kilos of footwear, bottles

T20 WC parade: BMC collects kilos of footwear, bottles

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Thousands of fans thronged the Marine Drive in south Mumbai to witness the victory parade of the Indian cricket team on Thursday evening.

'They're a bit shell-shocked...'

'They're a bit shell-shocked...'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

I am pretty sure they wrote us off coming after Sri Lanka, said Kiwi keeper Tom Blundell.

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

India's women didn't just win a World Cup, they won the nation's heart, proving that belief, courage, and grace can turn dreams into destiny.

'Drunk' SRK abuses, attacks MCA officials at Wankhede

'Drunk' SRK abuses, attacks MCA officials at Wankhede

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan got into an ugly spat with the Mumbai Cricket Association officials at the end of the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai, on Wednesday.

Wherever there are challenges, I love it: Rahane

Wherever there are challenges, I love it: Rahane

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has consistently embraced challenges on the cricket field, particularly when his team has been under pressure.

Rahul, Hrithik, Aamir cheer for Sachin at Wankhede

Rahul, Hrithik, Aamir cheer for Sachin at Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

It was Sachin Tendulkar's final Test and among the spectators were a few politicians and actors who came to cheer and watch Sachin play a fine innings at the Wankhede stadium on Friday.

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

I am happy with my progress, says India and LSG spinner Ravi Bishnoi

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Boundary catches involving 'bunny hops', or multiple airborne touches outside the rope, have been deemed illegal by the Marylebone Cricket Club, with the new ruling set to be integrated into ICC's playing conditions this month and the MCC's laws from October next year.

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The former South Africa wicket-keeping star was at the helm in MI when Pandya took over from Rohit and had first-hand access to the all-rounder as he dealt with the public backlash.

Sachin Tendulkar at the Wankhede

Sachin Tendulkar at the Wankhede

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

Sachin Tendulkar will sign off from cricket after 24 glorious years in the second Test against the West Indies, starting at the Wankhede stadium, in Mumbai, on Thursday. Going into the match, his 200th Test, the batting icon has 15,847 runs, the most by a batsman. Rajneesh Gupta looks at his record at the Wankhede stadium.

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Why Kohli Came Undone Against Spin

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'When it comes to playing spin, the only way, spend time playing against it for hours and hours and hours.'

'Johnson, Hodge taunted Wankhede fans'

'Johnson, Hodge taunted Wankhede fans'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2007

The two Aussie players allegedly incited the crowd during the seventh ODI in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Yuvraj's Special Message for Abhishek

Yuvraj's Special Message for Abhishek

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Abhishek Sharma's record-breaking 135 off just 54 balls against England in the fifth T20I at Wankhede Stadium was a performance for the ages.

World champ Kohli 'honoured' to meet PM Modi

World champ Kohli 'honoured' to meet PM Modi

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

PM Modi met the ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team over breakfast at his residence, on Thursday morning.

Ruthless Rohit & Surya Kayo CSK

Ruthless Rohit & Surya Kayo CSK

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians cantered to a nine wicket win with 26 balls to spare to pile on the misery of Chennai Super Kings, who slumped to their sixth defeat in eight outings in IPL 2025.

'Not Orange Cap, my priority is team's needs'

'Not Orange Cap, my priority is team's needs'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

"If you think of Orange Cap...": GT opener Sai Sudharsan on winning matches for team

'Bebaak player, Bebaak shatak!'

'Bebaak player, Bebaak shatak!'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Put into bat, Abhishek's onslaught propelled India to their highest powerplay score of 95 studded with 16 boundaries.

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli scaled 'Mount 50' on Wednesday, and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly had little doubt that the batting star has many more miles to traverse in his career.

David Beckham to attend India-NZ World Cup semi-final

David Beckham to attend India-NZ World Cup semi-final

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The India-Sri Lanka game witnessed two cricket legends, Sachin Tendulkar and Muttiah Muralitharan, taking part in a short event during a drinks break in the second half of the match.

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

If the men of 1983 gave India a reason to dream, the women of 2025 could give it something rarer -- the courage to live that dream in full daylight, under an open sky that finally belongs to them, points out Prem Panicker.

KKR Vs MI: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

KKR Vs MI: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The best catches from the night...

Mumbai Indians' Karthik slams Wankhede pitch

Mumbai Indians' Karthik slams Wankhede pitch

Rediff.com10 May 2012

The pitch at the Wankhede Stadium for the current IPL edition came under the scanner again when Mumbai Indians 'keeper- batsman Dinesh Karthik compared the conditions to a Test match after they slumped to a nine-wicket defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Fire officials unhappy with Wankhede safety norms

Fire officials unhappy with Wankhede safety norms

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

Expressing displeasure at the non-compliance of fire safety norms at the revamped Wankhede stadium, venue of the 2011 World Cup final, the city fire brigade department on Friday said it will seek a reply from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) in this regard.