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Asia Cup: Know This About Sri Lanka?

Asia Cup: Know This About Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

With six titles -- four more than Pakistan -- and unmatched consistency, Sri Lanka has quietly been the tournament's second-most dominant force.

5 Star Bumrah In A League Of His Own

5 Star Bumrah In A League Of His Own

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Jasprit Bumrah takes a fifer at Lord's and goes past Kapil Dev for most five wicket hauls in away Tests.

Legends Applaud Jaiswal's Spark and Gill's Steel

Legends Applaud Jaiswal's Spark and Gill's Steel

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Jaiswal Blazes, Gill Leads: India's Young Guns Dominate Opening Day

Bumrah Continues His Love Affair With SENA!

Bumrah Continues His Love Affair With SENA!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has continued his red-hot form, adding another fifer to his kitty to become the first Asian player ever to have 150 wickets in South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia (SENA) nations.

Got the shock of my life when I watched PCB's video: Wasim Akram

Got the shock of my life when I watched PCB's video: Wasim Akram

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram asked PCB to delete and apologise to fans for making a commemorative video clip without featuring Imran Khan.

Wasim's Batting Tips For Kohli

Wasim's Batting Tips For Kohli

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Akram feels Kohli should play with a straight bat, rather than opt for shots across the line.

'Don't get too excited!': Wasim Akram's advice for India's pacers

'Don't get too excited!': Wasim Akram's advice for India's pacers

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Pakistan legend Wasim Akram said the Indian fast bowling unit should not get 'carried away' with the new ball.

'This is good publicity..' Tirkey on move to host Pak

'This is good publicity..' Tirkey on move to host Pak

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Waiting for ministry confirmation, but good decision to give Pak the nod: Tirkey

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja continued his renaissance as a batter, delivering his best-ever outing during the recent Test series in England and joining a list of legends

Ex cricketers doff hat to Rahul's 'masterclass'

Ex cricketers doff hat to Rahul's 'masterclass'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'Watching him bat this innings is like watching the MCC coaching manual in action.'

'Can't cry about it': Bumrah reacts after Jaiswal drops 3

'Can't cry about it': Bumrah reacts after Jaiswal drops 3

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Jasprit Bumrah reflected on missed catching opportunities off his bowling and emphasised the importance of moving on during the game.

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

On the podcast, Shastri named Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli in his top five.

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The Instagram accounts of leading current and former Pakistani cricketers were blocked in India on Friday.

Kohli can break Tendulkar's 100 ton record: Jaffer

Kohli can break Tendulkar's 100 ton record: Jaffer

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Former South Africa opener Herschelle Gibbs, who is the brand ambassador of the ICBT20, echoed Jaffer's views, staying that Kohli has a lot of cricket left in him.

Secrets of 90s cricket? Latif's book vows to expose

Secrets of 90s cricket? Latif's book vows to expose

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has announced plans to write a biography detailing his experiences with match-fixing scandals that plagued Pakistan and world cricket in the 1990s.

Sunny G, Shastri, Bhogle, Bishop to call Champions Trophy matches

Sunny G, Shastri, Bhogle, Bishop to call Champions Trophy matches

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, the former England captains and respected pundits, will also be providing their expert analysis alongside former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop.

'I felt sidelined by PCB after 2024 T20 World Cup'

'I felt sidelined by PCB after 2024 T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'No one told me if I was part of the future plans.'

Hay, Sears shine as Kiwis down Pakistan to win ODI series

Hay, Sears shine as Kiwis down Pakistan to win ODI series

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The final ODI will be played in Mount Maunganui on Saturday.

Remembering Dilip Doshi, A Spinner Par Excellence

Remembering Dilip Doshi, A Spinner Par Excellence

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Dilip Doshi had great success on Indian tracks but it was the tour of Australia in 1980-81 where he picked up 11 wickets (6 in Adelaide and 5 in Melbourne) in more than 150-plus overs on non-responsive pitches.

Why Kuldeep is fascinated by Noor's fast-paced googly

Why Kuldeep is fascinated by Noor's fast-paced googly

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Kuldeep and Noor have been in good form for their respective teams and a lot will hinge on them when Delhi Capitals take on Chennai Super Kings in an away game in Chennai on Saturday.

Dom's Take: We Stand by Wasim Jaffer!

Dom's Take: We Stand by Wasim Jaffer!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Anguished by the episode, Dominic Xavier expresses his solidarity with the cricket stalwart.

New Zealand trounce Pakistan; sweep ODI series 3-0

New Zealand trounce Pakistan; sweep ODI series 3-0

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Ben Sears picked up five wickets as New Zealand outclassed Pakistan by 43 runs in the third and final ODI, to register a 3-0 series whitewash.

Axar's blundering captaincy called out by former players

Axar's blundering captaincy called out by former players

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

For the penultimate over, Axar had the option to exercise Mitchell Starc's last over and Vipraj Nigam, who had bowled just a solitary over.

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

India Vs Pakistan: A Rivalry in Numbers

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Fascinating numbers from the India-Pakistan iconic cricket rivalry.

Actress Zaira Wasim quits Bollywood

Actress Zaira Wasim quits Bollywood

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Stating the reason behind her decision, the 18-year-old said she is not happy with her current line of work, which has silently and unconsciously transitioned her "out of imaan".

Rahane steers clear of Wasim Jaffer controversy

Rahane steers clear of Wasim Jaffer controversy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Ajinkya Rahane steered clear of the controversy surrounding domestic stalwart and his former Mumbai teammate Wasim Jaffer

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to investigate a case involving a UK-based Pakistani agent, Mughiz Ahmad Shearachiikh, who has been suspended by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for breaching its anti-corruption code. Shearachiikh and his company, International Cricketers Association (ICA), had signed several centrally contracted Pakistani players last year.

Rizwan, Babar DROPPED from T20 squad

Rizwan, Babar DROPPED from T20 squad

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Pakistan captain Muhammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have been dropped from the T20 squad for the upcoming five-match series in New Zealand.

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

Pak's pace trio to unleash 'something special' vs India

Pak's pace trio to unleash 'something special' vs India

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed has expressed his confidence in the pace trio of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf, saying they will deliver something special in the must-win Champions Trophy clash against India. Despite the absence of Fakhar Zaman, who was ruled out due to an injury, Javed believes the team is well-equipped to handle the pressure and has the potential to overcome the challenge.

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer!

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

Reader Nilkanth Mishra sent us this picture.

Shubman Gill to make Ranji Trophy return after Australia debacle

Shubman Gill to make Ranji Trophy return after Australia debacle

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Shubman Gill struggled during the Border Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia, where he managed just 93 runs from three matches

'Ashwani has armoury to become a top-class bowler'

'Ashwani has armoury to become a top-class bowler'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Jaffer appreciated Ashwani's skill-set, as someone capable of bowling close to 140 kmph, having a great bouncer and yorker.

From Injury To Glory! Shami's Dream Run

From Injury To Glory! Shami's Dream Run

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Surpassed Zaheer Khan to become India's highest wicket-taker in ICC ODI tournaments with 60 scalps, including 55 in World Cups.

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India captain Rohit Sharma has spoken about his journey from being a young player who would stand outside the Wankhede Stadium to catch a glimpse of Mumbai Ranji Trophy stars, to having a stand named after him at the iconic venue.

The man behind Ishant Sharma's revival

The man behind Ishant Sharma's revival

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Steffan Jones, who got Ishant 'back to speed', is changing grammar of old-school coaching

Wasim announces retirement

Wasim announces retirement

Rediff.com18 May 2003

The 36-year-old Pakistani left-arm fast bowler, currently playing for English county Hampshire, is the only cricketer in history to take 500 one-day international wickets.

Have You Watched These Aamir Khan Films?

Have You Watched These Aamir Khan Films?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

There are as many as 22 movies at the Aamir Khan Film Festival in theatres, celebrating the actor's 60th birthday.

Controversial Pakistan pacer Amir calls it quits

Controversial Pakistan pacer Amir calls it quits

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Amir's final outing in Pakistan colours came in June this year during the T20 World Cup against Ireland in Lauderhill, USA.

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

A special NIA court in Lucknow has sentenced 28 people to life imprisonment for the 2018 killing of a 22-year-old youth in clashes during a 'Tiranga rally' on Republic Day in Kasganj district of Uttar Pradesh. The case drew significant attention as the killing of Chandan Gupta sparked widespread riots in Kasganj for three days. The prosecution demanded the severest punishment while the defence counsel pleaded for leniency. The court awarded life sentences and imposed a fine of Rs 80,000 on each of the convicts. Gupta's family expressed satisfaction at the verdict but vowed to continue its fight for harsher penalties for the main accused and those acquitted.