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Mentality of this Indian team like Australia in the 90s: Gough

Mentality of this Indian team like Australia in the 90s: Gough

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

Former England pacer Darren Gough has compared the mentality of the current Indian side to the Australian outfit of the 1990s, saying Virat Kohli's men know how to 'get a team by the throat and win, win, win'.

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 4

PICS: Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 4

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Images from Day 4 of the fourth Test between Australia and India, at the Gabba, on Monday.

India retain No. 2 ranking after epic SCG draw

India retain No. 2 ranking after epic SCG draw

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

India are marginally ahead of third-placed New Zealand in the WTC points tally.

'Names and numbers on Test jerseys are rubbish'

'Names and numbers on Test jerseys are rubbish'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

The identification on the Test jersey is an initiative by the ICC to help fans connect with the players.

How the world reacted to NZ abandoning Pakistan series

How the world reacted to NZ abandoning Pakistan series

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

New Zealand abandoned their limited-overs series in Pakistan on Friday after receiving a security alert, with the tourists "unilaterally suspending" all their scheduled matches.

10 heaviest Test defeats by runs

10 heaviest Test defeats by runs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Rediff.com presets a list of 10 biggest defeats by runs suffered by a Test nation:

Saliva ban raises more questions than solutions

Saliva ban raises more questions than solutions

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Former India players provide perspective on the effects of saliva ban following the first Test between England and West Indies, the first international match played during the pandemic.

Warne gets driving ban for speeding

Warne gets driving ban for speeding

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

According to AFP, Warne had clocked 47 mph early on August 23, 2018.

Why young players should stay away from social media

Why young players should stay away from social media

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Australian head coach Justin Langer has one piece of advice for young sportsperson across the world -- stay away from social media. With the advent of social networking sites, sportsperson around the world, at times, have to deal with abusive and threatening messages online and Langer believes "zero social media" is the key.

TOP 10 buys at IPL 2020 Auction

TOP 10 buys at IPL 2020 Auction

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins shattered the record for the most expensive foreign buy ever in the IPL auction as Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for a massive Rs 15.50 crore.

Kookaburra come up with alternative to polish cricket balls post-COVID-19

Kookaburra come up with alternative to polish cricket balls post-COVID-19

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Responding to the extraordinary situation, Kookaburra started developing a wax applicator, which could be ready in a month's time. Acting on guidelines framed by Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Australia has already restricted the use of saliva and sweat.

Bravo to miss another couple of games: Fleming

Bravo to miss another couple of games: Fleming

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Bravo to miss another couple of games: Fleming

Ambitions abound as Women's T20 World Cup opens

Ambitions abound as Women's T20 World Cup opens

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

The Women's Twenty20 World Cup gets underway when hosts and defending champions Australia meet India in Sydney on Friday and hopes are high that the seventh edition of the tournament will prove transformational for the game.

It had me in a trance: Kohli describes his favourite knock

It had me in a trance: Kohli describes his favourite knock

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

The Indian skipper said the innings was so "special" that everything kept coming off while he admitted to being under pressure.

How Ravi Shastri Impacted Indian Cricket

How Ravi Shastri Impacted Indian Cricket

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

The back to back Test series wins in Australia must rank as Ravi Shastri's greatest achievement as India's coach.

Bell smashes 187 as England beat Aus PM's XI

Bell smashes 187 as England beat Aus PM's XI

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Opener Ian Bell plundered 187 off 145 balls and Stuart Broad captured four wickets as England crushed the Australian Prime Minister's XI by 60 runs in Canberra on Wednesday. Bell starred in England's imposing 391 for six to set the PM's eleven a run-chase of almost eight runs an over at Manuka Oval.

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

If the Australian summer was the stuff of dreams, the showing at home against a quality England side across formats brought about hopes of a bright future.

Thakur's hard grind from 10-ball Test debut to Brisbane heroics

Thakur's hard grind from 10-ball Test debut to Brisbane heroics

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

Shardul took three wickets with the ball in Australia's first innings and then top-scored for India with a 67 as he got involved with Washington Sundar (62) in a fine rear-guard fightback to keep India in contention.

Strength of bowling attack should give India hope in Australia: Atherton

Strength of bowling attack should give India hope in Australia: Atherton

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Former England captain Michael Atherton wants to see the gameplan employed by Indian pace attack against an unorthodox batsman like Australia's Steve Smith when the two teams square off at the end of the year. Atherton, one of the most respected voices of world cricket believes that India's world class pace attack comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma makes it an even battle for the visitors.

'Kohli's team needs a player like Dhoni'

'Kohli's team needs a player like Dhoni'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

'India have chased so well in the past with Dhoni in the team and they have never been afraid to win the toss'

Virat Kohli has done the right thing

Virat Kohli has done the right thing

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Is Kohli not a great captain in spite of so many wins? My answer is, yes, declares Dr Sudhir Bisht.

ICC Test rankings: Kohli closes in on top-ranked Smith

ICC Test rankings: Kohli closes in on top-ranked Smith

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

Mayank Agarwal, who struck a double century in the first Test against Bangladesh in Indore, jumped one place to 10th with 700 points.

2021 will be a year of high hopes

2021 will be a year of high hopes

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

2021 has a lot to offer for sports lovers with the Tokyo Olympics topping the list.

'No fast bowler ever frightened Gavaskar'

'No fast bowler ever frightened Gavaskar'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

'Doubtless he was the greatest opener of his era; and also one of the greatest in the history of cricket.'

Windies' Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

Windies' Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Russell was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball

Cricket Buzz: Richardson's World Cup hope gets boost

Cricket Buzz: Richardson's World Cup hope gets boost

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The 22-year-old completed only half his quota of overs in Sunday's second one-day international against Pakistan in Sharjah before he was forced off the field having dislocated his bowling shoulder when trying to save a boundary.

Mumbai Indians retain core team, release 12 players

Mumbai Indians retain core team, release 12 players

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Defending champions Mumbai Indians retained its core team, including veteran Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga, despite his fitness issues, while releasing 12 players.

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The RBI has shelved its plan for polymer notes more than a decade after it invited interest from global manufacturers for one billion pieces of Rs 10 denomination polymer banknotes, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Take the Sporting Challenge!

Take the Sporting Challenge!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

Take Norma Godinho's quiz to find out just how much you know about sport.

What will be VVS Laxman's strategy to beef up Sunrisers' thin middle-order?

What will be VVS Laxman's strategy to beef up Sunrisers' thin middle-order?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

In David Warner, who is back as captain for this season, the franchise has an inspirational leader and a superb batsman, who would like to lead from the front.

Australia prepared for the 'short stuff' from Windies

Australia prepared for the 'short stuff' from Windies

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Australia are prepared for some hostile short bowling from West Indies in their second game at Trent Bridge, captain Aaron Finch said on Wednesday.

IPL PIX: Maxwell fires RCB to thumping win over Royals

IPL PIX: Maxwell fires RCB to thumping win over Royals

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore, in Dubai, on Wednesday.

Rohit vs KL Rahul as Punjab eye return to winning ways

Rohit vs KL Rahul as Punjab eye return to winning ways

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Punjab Kings' batting unit hasn't hit the straps, save for Rahul and Mayank Agarwal and the bowling has been pedestrian.

CA should allow Smith, Cummins play in IPL: Langer

CA should allow Smith, Cummins play in IPL: Langer

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The T20 World Cup is expected to be postponed due to the challenges of hosting 16 international teams amid the pandemic, and the Indian board hopes to use that window for the IPL.

Aus tour: Siraj, Shardul vie for fifth pacer slot for Tests

Aus tour: Siraj, Shardul vie for fifth pacer slot for Tests

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

With two senior pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar (thigh injury) and Ishant Sharma (side strain) all but ruled out, Navdeep Saini will certainly be the fourth pacer after Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah and Umesh Yadav.

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Was getting ready to congratulate Warner, says Lara

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Lara said that Warner could still achieve the milestone.

India, China border spat: Bird group's EV hatchback plans in limbo

India, China border spat: Bird group's EV hatchback plans in limbo

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

The car was expected to have a price tag of Rs 10 lakh and launch was slated for this June.

India's 1983 World Cup hero Yashpal Sharma dies of cardiac arrest

India's 1983 World Cup hero Yashpal Sharma dies of cardiac arrest

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

India's 1983 World Cup hero Yashpal Sharma died on Tuesday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest in New Delhi.

Buzz: Bangladesh mull SL tour in October

Buzz: Bangladesh mull SL tour in October

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Michael Kasprowicz quits Cricket Australia Board

PICS: Watson, Du Plessis revive CSK's campaign

PICS: Watson, Du Plessis revive CSK's campaign

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Chennai Super Kings put an end to their poor run after registering a massive 10-wicket win against Kings XI Punjab in Dubai