News for 'Wankhede'

A long-awaited homecoming for USA's Netravalkar at Wankhede

A long-awaited homecoming for USA's Netravalkar at Wankhede

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

T20 WC: Mumbai-born USA pacer Netravalkar awaits emotional reconnect with Wankhede

Harry Brook Leads England's Charge For Clean Sweep And World No. 1 Spot Against India

Harry Brook Leads England's Charge For Clean Sweep And World No. 1 Spot Against India

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

England, led by skipper Harry Brook, secured an unassailable 3-0 lead against India in the five-match T20I series. Brook, with an unbeaten 79, powered England to a comfortable nine-wicket win in the fourth T20I. The team is now aiming for a clean sweep and the world No. 1 ranking, which they can achieve by winning the final match against the reigning world champions.

Harry Brook Leads England's Charge For Clean Sweep And World No. 1 Spot Against India

Harry Brook Leads England's Charge For Clean Sweep And World No. 1 Spot Against India

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

England, led by skipper Harry Brook, secured an unassailable 3-0 lead against India in the five-match T20I series. Brook, with an unbeaten 79, powered England to a comfortable nine-wicket win in the fourth T20I. The team is now aiming for a clean sweep and the world No. 1 ranking, which they can achieve by winning the final match against the reigning world champions.

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Namibia match could be a God-sent opportunity for an out-of-form Sanju Samson to get into run-scoring mode after a string of failures that saw him lose his place to Ishan Kishan, who is going through a purple patch.

Why July 13 is special for Indian cricket

Why July 13 is special for Indian cricket

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Former India Women's cricketer Reema Malhotra has hailed the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side's historic Test victory over England at Lord's, drawing parallels between their win and Sourav Ganguly's iconic balcony celebration in 2002, stating, 'July 13 has become a memorable date in Indian cricket history.'

T20 Mumbai League: SKY lets bat do the talking after captaincy snub

T20 Mumbai League: SKY lets bat do the talking after captaincy snub

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front with an unbeaten half-century after Sylvester Dsouza produced the first five-wicket haul of the season to power Triumph Knights MNE to a six-wicket victory over MSC Maratha Royals in the T20 Mumbai League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday.

T20 Mumbai League 2026: Arjun Tendulkar delivers match-winning all-round show

T20 Mumbai League 2026: Arjun Tendulkar delivers match-winning all-round show

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Arjun Tendulkar starred with both bat and ball as Arcs Andheri registered a convincing nine-wicket win over Bandra Blasters in the Nuvama Private T20 Mumbai League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday.

Diana Edulji On India's Tough Road To T20 World Cup Semifinals

Diana Edulji On India's Tough Road To T20 World Cup Semifinals

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Former India captain Diana Edulji believes the Indian women's cricket team faces a significant challenge to qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semifinals after their recent loss to South Africa. She highlighted the team's need to win their remaining matches against Bangladesh and Australia and discussed the team's T20 playing style.

Young Man Commits Suicide In Thane, Maharashtra

Young Man Commits Suicide In Thane, Maharashtra

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A 23-year-old man was found dead in Thane, Maharashtra, having allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from a tree. Police are investigating the case.

Pune hooch tragedy: 5,929 kg of toxic methanol traced to Thane

Pune hooch tragedy: 5,929 kg of toxic methanol traced to Thane

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Maharashtra FDA seized 5,929 kg of toxic methanol from a warehouse in Thane district, suspected to be the source of the chemical used in spurious liquor that caused 14 deaths in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

T20 Mumbai League returns with Surya, Shreyas and women's debut

T20 Mumbai League returns with Surya, Shreyas and women's debut

Rediff.com8 May 2026

T20 Mumbai League returns on June 1 at Wankhede Stadium with stars like Suryakumar Yadav and Shreyas Iyer, alongside the inaugural women's tournament.

Vengsarkar's Legacy To Stand Tall At Wankhede!

Vengsarkar's Legacy To Stand Tall At Wankhede!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

A life-size statue of former India captain and chairman of selectors Dilip Vengsarkar will be installed at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Mumbai Cricket Association announced on Wednesday.

Maharashtra FDA Seizes Methanol Linked To Liquor Deaths

Maharashtra FDA Seizes Methanol Linked To Liquor Deaths

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Maharashtra FDA seizes 5,929 kg of toxic methanol from a warehouse in Thane district, allegedly linked to spurious liquor that caused 14 deaths in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Wankhede promotion row: HC fines Centre for concealing facts

Wankhede promotion row: HC fines Centre for concealing facts

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Delhi High Court imposed a cost of Rs 20,000 on the central government for concealing facts in its plea seeking review of an order relating to the promotion of IRS officer and former NCB Zonal Director Sameer Wankhede.

PIX: A Dream Night at Wankhede as Messi Comes Calling

PIX: A Dream Night at Wankhede as Messi Comes Calling

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

For long stretches, the atmosphere felt less Mumbai and more Camp Nou. Chants of 'Barca... Barca' and 'Suarez... Suarez' echoed through the stands as Messi interacted with youngsters, celebrities and former India football captain Sunil Chhetri.

SRH smash MI to script 100th IPL win in run-fest

SRH smash MI to script 100th IPL win in run-fest

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their 100th Indian Premier League victory by successfully chasing down 244 runs against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium. This win also marked the 10th successful chase of 200-plus runs this season, setting a new record for a single IPL edition.

IPL 2026, RR vs MI, Preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal as RR go for broke against MI

IPL 2026, RR vs MI, Preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal as RR go for broke against MI

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals aim to secure their play-offs spot in the Indian Premier League as they face Mumbai Indians. A win is crucial for Rajasthan, while Mumbai seeks a consolation victory.

Pune hooch tragedy claims 14 lives, 8 held; CID to probe case

Pune hooch tragedy claims 14 lives, 8 held; CID to probe case

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 12 people have died in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad after consuming suspected spurious liquor. Police have arrested eight individuals, including a key bootlegger, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the illegal operation.

Mumbai Indians Training Gets Special Boost from Sunil Chhetri

Mumbai Indians Training Gets Special Boost from Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri visited the Mumbai Indians training session at Wankhede Stadium, interacting with players and receiving a team jersey from Hardik Pandya.

Spurious Liquor Claims 14 Lives In Pune, Arrests Made

Spurious Liquor Claims 14 Lives In Pune, Arrests Made

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 14 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor. Police have arrested eight individuals, including a key bootlegger, and the investigation has been transferred to the CID. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the illegal liquor trade.

Maharashtra Government Suspends Officials After Spurious Liquor Deaths

Maharashtra Government Suspends Officials After Spurious Liquor Deaths

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Following the deaths of 15-18 people in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad due to spurious liquor, the Maharashtra government has suspended 22 police and excise department personnel for failing to act against the illegal liquor trade. Financial assistance has been announced for the victims' families, and a statewide crackdown on illicit liquor is underway.

Samson's Smart Play Leads Chennai To Victory

Samson's Smart Play Leads Chennai To Victory

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson's century and Chennai Super Kings' dominant performance led to a significant victory over Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Samson's ability to adapt to the sluggish Wankhede pitch was key to his success.

Sameer Wankhede moves court over 'Ba***ds...' portrayal

Sameer Wankhede moves court over 'Ba***ds...' portrayal

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Former Mumbai zonal director at Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a defamation suit before the Delhi high court against Red Chillies Entertainment Pvt Ltd, the production house owned by Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan and his wife, Gauri Khan.

Wankhede to amend defamation suit on Ba***ds...

Wankhede to amend defamation suit on Ba***ds...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Delhi High Court questioned IRS officer Sameer Wankhede over the maintainability of his defamation suit against Shahrukh Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Netflix for allegedly maligning his reputation in their series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

This is a franchise built on resilience and has often stumbled but risen with a vengeance, fiercer and hungrier. The question is: when will that happen, and why did it not start from their home ground?

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Akeal Hosein explains how adapting to pitch conditions helped him claim four wickets as Chennai Super Kings beat Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in IPL 2026.

Arjun Tendulkar, Shreyas Light Up Mumbai T20 League

Arjun Tendulkar, Shreyas Light Up Mumbai T20 League

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

The five standout moments that defined the league stages of the Mumbai T20 league.

HC issues notice to SRK, Netflix on Sameer Wankhede's plea

HC issues notice to SRK, Netflix on Sameer Wankhede's plea

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Delhi high court on Wednesday issued summons to actor Shah Rukh Khan-owned Red Chillies Entertainment and OTT platform Netflix on a defamation suit filed by Indian Revenue Services (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede for allegedly maligning his reputation in their series The Ba***ds of Bollywood.

Probe launched after 10 hooch deaths in Maharashtra

Probe launched after 10 hooch deaths in Maharashtra

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Authorities are investigating the deaths of seven people in Pimpri Chinchwad and three in Pune, India, following suspected consumption of spurious liquor. Several arrests have been made, and test results are awaited to confirm the cause of death.

IPL 2026: Can The Hitman Carry MI To Another Comeback?

IPL 2026: Can The Hitman Carry MI To Another Comeback?

Rediff.com6 May 2026

He was forced to skip five matches owing to his injury, but his return also ended MI's three-match losing streak. That reveals the importance of Rohit's presence in the team.

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Job Racket Busted: Mumbai Police Probe Fraudulent Government Job Promises

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Mumbai Police have registered a case against 13 individuals accused of defrauding ten people of 1.54 crore by promising government jobs. The accused are currently at large, and the investigation is ongoing.

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Spurious Liquor Claims Lives In Pune: Arrests Made

Rediff.com29 May 2026

At least 13 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor, leading to multiple arrests and a high-level investigation.

IPL 2026: Are Mumbai Indians Jinxed Or Stuck In A Rot?

IPL 2026: Are Mumbai Indians Jinxed Or Stuck In A Rot?

Rediff.com1 May 2026

It has now reached a stage where MI is a team living on its past glory with ageing stars. The game has moved on -- faster, younger and more fearless.

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a new, larger cricket stadium in Mumbai, with a capacity of 100,000, while reaffirming the importance of the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya's Wild Celebrations Anger Hardik?

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya's Wild Celebrations Anger Hardik?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Fans pointed out that this was probably the first time Krunal Pandya had celebrated his brother Hardik's wicket in the IPL.

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has missed the first six games of IPL 2026 due to a calf injury.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians will be looking to turn their fortunes around against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL clash. MI's campaign is at stake after a string of defeats, while SRH are in good form and aiming to continue their winning momentum.

IPL 2026: Why Rohit Walked Off Retired Hurt Against RCB

IPL 2026: Why Rohit Walked Off Retired Hurt Against RCB

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Rohit Sharma suffered a hamstring injury scare during Mumbai Indians' chase, receiving on-field treatment before returning to bat with a strapped thigh.

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ehsan Malinga shines amid a record SRH chase against MI, claiming the Purple Cap with a disciplined spell and continuing his impressive rise in IPL 2026.

De Kock scripts IPL history with third ton

De Kock scripts IPL history with third ton

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Quinton de Kock becomes the first wicketkeeper to score three IPL centuries, but Mumbai Indians lose to Punjab Kings despite his record-breaking knock.