News for 'Wankhede Stadium'

'Probably the worst kind of bowling that I've seen for a long, long time'

'Probably the worst kind of bowling that I've seen for a long, long time'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'I actually think, with Hardik Pandya, everything away from the game is affecting him so much. He's smiling too much when he does the toss. He's trying to act like he is so happy. He is not happy. I have been there. I have been in the firing line. And I can tell you now, it affects you.'

IPL 2024: KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer fails in practice game

IPL 2024: KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer fails in practice game

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Shreyas made 22 of 19 balls before he was stumped by Phil Salt off a local left-arm spinner.

Ticket rates for India-England Test at Wankhede slashed

Ticket rates for India-England Test at Wankhede slashed

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Thursday decided to substantially lower the ticket rates of popular stands for India's Test match against England at the Wankhede Stadium scheduled from December 8-12 as compared to the prices for Sachin Tendulkar's farewell game in 2013. "We have decided to keep the ticket rates cheaper as compared to the rates we had maintained during the Tendulkar Test match," MCA sources said after a meeting of its Managing Committee chaired by President Sharad Pawar.

PICS: Rohit, Kohli fail after Jadeja takes 5 in Mumbai

PICS: Rohit, Kohli fail after Jadeja takes 5 in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Shubman Gill was batting on 31 while Rishabh Pant was not out on one at stumps after India had come back into the game with Jadeja claiming 5-65 and Washington Sundar bagging 4-81.

'Bumrah either breaks my bat or breaks my foot in the nets'

'Bumrah either breaks my bat or breaks my foot in the nets'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

'I just try to play to the field and practice these shots and it is just muscle memory and I go out there and enjoy myself. The slice over point is the one that I enjoyed the most.'

Fans shouldn't boo Hardik Pandya, not his fault if named MI captain: Ganguly

Fans shouldn't boo Hardik Pandya, not his fault if named MI captain: Ganguly

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Saturday reprehended the fans booing Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya, saying it is not the fault of the player if he has replaced much-loved Rohit Sharma, who shepherded the team in previous seasons.

MCA wants Ranji final at Wankhede if Mumbai qualify

MCA wants Ranji final at Wankhede if Mumbai qualify

Rediff.com20 Jan 2013

Mumbai Cricket Association said it would prefer to host the Ranji Trophy final at Wankhede Stadium if their team makes it to the summit clash.

What A Catch!

What A Catch!

Rediff.com7 May 2024

In the 55th match of the ongoing season, there were a couple of crucial catches which changed the ebbs and flows of the game.

He's just an absolute weapon: Watson hails Boult's devastating opening spell

He's just an absolute weapon: Watson hails Boult's devastating opening spell

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Trent Boult's skills with the new ball make him a real asset for Rajasthan Royals, former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson said after the fast bowler's devastating opening spell in a six-wicket Indian Premier League (IPL) win over Mumbai Indians.

PIX: Maxwell's 201 floors Afghans; Australia in semis

PIX: Maxwell's 201 floors Afghans; Australia in semis

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Afghanistan and Australia, at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai, on Tuesday.

Turning Point: Jadeja Triggers MI Collapse

Turning Point: Jadeja Triggers MI Collapse

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Ravindra Jadeja's wickets triggered a collapse as Mumbai Indians fell to their second straight loss in IPL 2023.

Bit of destiny involved in Ajaz Patel's 10-for: Ashwin

Bit of destiny involved in Ajaz Patel's 10-for: Ashwin

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel used the seam well and bowled in the right places to dismantle India's batting line-up.

Fans throng to Wankhede in anticipation of Tendulkar hundred

Fans throng to Wankhede in anticipation of Tendulkar hundred

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

After giving lukewarm response in the first two days of the third Test between India and the West Indies, cricket fans made a beeline for entry into the Wankhede Stadium, on Thursday, in anticipation of Sachin Tendulkar coming out to bat and score his 100th international hundred.

Media box at Wankhede to be named after Bal Thackeray

Media box at Wankhede to be named after Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com29 May 2013

The media box at the Wankhede stadium, Mumbai will be named after the late Shiv Sena supremo Balasaheb Thackeray, Mumbai Cricket Association announced.

Can India break Australian dominance in women's cricket?

Can India break Australian dominance in women's cricket?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Edulji identified spin bowling as one of India's key strengths, praising Deepti Sharma's consistent form since 2017 and her ability to hit in the final overs. She also mentioned the promising talent of Shreyanka Patil

Playing at Wankhede 'pretty special' for Mumbai-born Ajaz

Playing at Wankhede 'pretty special' for Mumbai-born Ajaz

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

New Zealand's Mumbai-born left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel is relishing every bit of his dream homecoming after grabbing all the four wickets during the first day's play against India in the second Test, on Friday.

Flower hopes RCB's batters get back to form vs LSG

Flower hopes RCB's batters get back to form vs LSG

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The likes of Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green and Rajat Patidar have not been among the runs so far in IPL 2024.

Bounce and turn await India, West Indies at Wankhede

Bounce and turn await India, West Indies at Wankhede

Rediff.com20 Nov 2011

The Wankhede Stadium track will be unlike the slow and low pitches seen in the first two Tests between India and the West Indies at Delhi and Kolkata, which drew a lot of criticism, and the bounce would be consistent throughout the match, said pitch curator Sudhir Naik.

Beckham for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024?

Beckham for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Becks caught up with the Ambanis on Thursday.

Expect a slow turner at the Wankhede, says curator

Expect a slow turner at the Wankhede, says curator

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

With spin the chink in England's armoury, it seems their misery on the tour of India will continue in Mumbai as well. Compared to the sporting track on offer during the World Cup final, the one at the Wankhede stadium, which hosts Sunday's fourth ODI in the five-match series, wears a dry and slower look.

MCA wants to name Wankhede media box after Bal Thackeray

MCA wants to name Wankhede media box after Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com14 May 2013

The Mumbai Cricket Association's Managing Committee on Tuesday decided to contact the family of late Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray and seek their consent to name the media box at the Wankhede Stadium after him.

Tendulkar helped me stay focused in the noisy stadium: Pujara

Tendulkar helped me stay focused in the noisy stadium: Pujara

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

Sachin Tendulkar's sparkling half-century was the highlight of India's dominating performance as the hosts closed in on another crushing victory over West Indies, on Day 2 of the second and final Test at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, on Friday.

Will spectators be allowed for IPL matches?

Will spectators be allowed for IPL matches?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Maharashtra minister Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday visited the iconic Wankhede stadium in Mumbai to review the preparations ahead of the Indian Premier League, starting next month.

Wankhede row: Cops yet to get footage of SRK brawl

Wankhede row: Cops yet to get footage of SRK brawl

Rediff.com18 May 2012

Mumbai city police are awaiting video footage that captured the fracas involving Bollywood star and IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan and officials of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) at Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday night.

NZ's Ajaz Patel auctions 10-wicket haul shirt for hospital

NZ's Ajaz Patel auctions 10-wicket haul shirt for hospital

Rediff.com6 May 2022

New Zealand's Ajaz Patel is auctioning the shirt he wore to claim all 10 wickets in a Mumbai Test in December to raise money for a hospital in Auckland.

Mumbai beat Vidarbha to win 42nd Ranji Trophy title

Mumbai beat Vidarbha to win 42nd Ranji Trophy title

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Domestic heavyweights Mumbai ended their eight-year barren run to lift a record-extending 42nd Ranji Trophy title on Thursday

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad which hosted the ODI World Cup final between India and Australia on November 19 has been rated "average" by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

MCA wants to host Tendulkar's 200th at Wankhede out of turn

MCA wants to host Tendulkar's 200th at Wankhede out of turn

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

Mumbai Cricket Association wants to host what would be senior batsman Sachin Tendulkar's 200th Test match against the West Indies in November at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

After a disappointing showing in the Test series in Australia recently, the Indian team is eager to make a fresh start in the T20 format.

Gritty Tim, Nehal Stand Tall Amidst Ruins

Gritty Tim, Nehal Stand Tall Amidst Ruins

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by five wickets in a rain-affected IPL match reduced to 14 overs per side at the M Chinnaswamy stadium, Bengaluru, on Friday, April 18, 2025.

'It should hurt and that will make us better'

'It should hurt and that will make us better'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

'I never expected a very easy run for me. I know that we lost in Sri Lanka and against NZ and it is not a good place to be. All we can do is keep working hard and we will try winning every game that we play to represent the country.'

PIX: First time in 91 years! India whitewashed at home

PIX: First time in 91 years! India whitewashed at home

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

IMAGES from Day 3 of the third Test between India and New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

Rediff.com30 May 2022

For the first time, the BCCI is giving hefty incentives to groundsmen.

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A major surprise in the 2024 Google search trends was the absence of iconic names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, M S Dhoni, and Virat Kohli from the list of the top 10 most-searched athletes.

Is This IPL 2024's Best Fielding Effort?

Is This IPL 2024's Best Fielding Effort?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The ball was lofted down the ground and looked destined to cross the ropes at long off for a six but Krunal Pandya timed his leap to perfection and caught the ball which looked to have gone past him with his left hand.

A new IPL milestone for Dhawan

A new IPL milestone for Dhawan

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

He became the second cricketer after Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli to achieve this milestone.

IPL 2022: PBKS vs SRH: Who Will Win?

IPL 2022: PBKS vs SRH: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com22 May 2022

Game 70 of IPL 2022 will see the Punjab Kings take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai starting 1930 IST.

Maharashtra govt paves way for IPL matches in Mumbai

Maharashtra govt paves way for IPL matches in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

The Maharashtra government on Monday cleared the decks for the IPL to take place in COVID-19 ravaged Mumbai, allowing teams to practice after 8pm IST and travel to their respective hotels during the night curfew that has been imposed across the state to contain the pandemic.

'Sachin is destined to score 100th ton at Wankhede'

'Sachin is destined to score 100th ton at Wankhede'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

Former India skipper Ajit Wadekar has voiced confidence that Sachin Tendulkar will score his hundredth century at the Wankhede stadium, saying it was the batting maestro's 'destiny' to achieve the feat at his home ground.

Struggling MI look for happy homecoming vs RR

Struggling MI look for happy homecoming vs RR

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Mumbai Indians have once again made a familiar disappointing start to their IPL campaign as they lost their first two matches.