News for 'West Indian Chris Gayle'

Batting and dancing with Virat was fantastic: Gayle

Batting and dancing with Virat was fantastic: Gayle

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Chris Gayle praised Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli for his work ethic and passion

RCB's Gayle storm awaits Daredevils

RCB's Gayle storm awaits Daredevils

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

Explosive West Indian Chris Gayle's threat looms large over Delhi Daredevils as they take on an unpredictable Royal Challengers Bangalore in their Indian Premier League match in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Sammy vows to restore West Indian pride

Sammy vows to restore West Indian pride

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Darren Sammy has vowed to restore pride and passion in West Indies cricket after replacing Chris Gayle as skipper.

Srinagar Stadium Cheers Universe Boss

Srinagar Stadium Cheers Universe Boss

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Cricket fans in Srinagar thronged the Bakshi stadium to catch a glimpse of Chris Gayle in action in the Legends Cricket League match on Friday. The 30,000 capacity stadium was packed to capacity as it marked the return of top level cricket to Srinagar after nearly four decades.

Abhishek Sharma hits 5 sixes, 5 fours for record 12-ball 50!

Abhishek Sharma hits 5 sixes, 5 fours for record 12-ball 50!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Abhishek Sharma smashed the joint third-fastest half-century and broke his own record for most sixes by an Indian in a T20 innings while scoring an unbeaten 148 in Punjab's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Bengal, in Hyderabad, on Sunday.

Gayle plotted Indian defeat: Lara

Gayle plotted Indian defeat: Lara

Rediff.com21 May 2006

It was Chris Gayle who suggested Dwayne Bravo to bowl a slower delivery to Yuvraj Singh in the end, revealed the West Indian captain

Gayle leaves his mark on West Indies cricket

Gayle leaves his mark on West Indies cricket

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

During a time where West Indian cricket has struggled to hit the heights of the great teams of the 1970s and 1980s, he has been more than just a great entertainer at the top of the order.

Warner edges past Virat in T20 run race

Warner edges past Virat in T20 run race

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

With this knock, Warner's T20 career tally now stands at 13,545 runs in 419 matches, averaging 36.80 at a strike rate of 140-plus. His record includes eight centuries, 113 fifties, and a highest of 135 not out.

I hold no grudge against KKR, says Gayle

I hold no grudge against KKR, says Gayle

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

It is a team, which decided against retaining him while he was a part of it but West Indian Chris Gayle, who is now flourishing playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore, says he has no hard feelings for Kolkata Knight Riders owners.

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara has picked his 'GOATs' (Greatest Of All Time) in cricket, placing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah among three other legends of the sport.

Gayle blames West Indies board for feud

Gayle blames West Indies board for feud

Rediff.com2 Jul 2011

Chris Gayle has finally broken his silence on his long feud with the West Indian Cricket Board, dismissing suggestions he did not want to play international cricket and laying the blame with the board.

Gayle recovers from food poisoning, likely to play against RCB

Gayle recovers from food poisoning, likely to play against RCB

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Senior Kings XI Punjab batsman Chris Gayle is likely to play his first game in the ongoing on Thursday after recovering from a bout of food poisoning.

Gayle abandons IPL citing bubble fatigue

Gayle abandons IPL citing bubble fatigue

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Chris Gayle has decided to leave the IPL's bio-secure environment due to 'bubble fatigue', his team Punjab Kings said on Thursday.

What should I apologise for? Gayle asks Board

What should I apologise for? Gayle asks Board

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

At loggerheads with the WICB, West Indian opener Chris Gayle, on Thursday, asked the board to "state clearly" what it wants him to apologise for.

SEE: Can you shake it like King Gayle?

SEE: Can you shake it like King Gayle?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

While the planet is in stress due to the pandemic, Universe Boss is making the most of the break.

Revealed! How Gayle inspired Rohit's sixes record!

Revealed! How Gayle inspired Rohit's sixes record!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma said he has taken some inspiration from the 'Universe Boss' himself in his journey to most sixes in international cricket.

Historic! Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to hit IPL century

Historic! Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to hit IPL century

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi slammed a 35-ball century against Gujarat Titans.

Practice makes perfect for Orange cap holder Pooran

Practice makes perfect for Orange cap holder Pooran

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Pooran is only behind his West Indian counterparts Chris Gayle to achieved the landmark in just 50 innings and Andre Russell who took 72 innings to smash 150 maximums.

Chase Master Kohli's Record Blitz

Chase Master Kohli's Record Blitz

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli surpassed Shikhar Dhawan to become India's highest run-scorer in Champions Trophy history.

It is impossible to emulate Gayle: Kohli

It is impossible to emulate Gayle: Kohli

Rediff.com1 Apr 2012

Chris Gayle is considered as one of the hardest hitting openers of the game and India vice-captain Virat Kohli feels that it's difficult to emulate the West Indian because matching his exploits is almost impossible.

Star Performer: Gayle's smashing comeback

Star Performer: Gayle's smashing comeback

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Batting at No 3, the West Indian took time to get his eye in before blasting a quickfire 53 from 45 balls to put Kings XI on course for victory.

Dre Russ, Naraine back home; Gayle takes Maldives break

Dre Russ, Naraine back home; Gayle takes Maldives break

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Nine West Indian players were part of IPL 2021.

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rajaneesh Gupta lists the amazing numbers that make Rohit Sharma one of the finest ODI batters of his time.

Gayle ready to make West Indies comeback

Gayle ready to make West Indies comeback

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Flamboyant opener Chris Gayle has scrapped his deal with English county Somerset to make himself available for West Indies after ending his year-long dispute with the cricket board.

We can win even if Gayle fails: Vettori

We can win even if Gayle fails: Vettori

Rediff.com22 Apr 2012

Royals Challengers Bangalore skipper Daniel Vettori said that his side's batting was not too heavily dependent on explosive opener Chris Gayle and they can win even if he fails.

Here's what Gayle thinks of day-night Tests...

Here's what Gayle thinks of day-night Tests...

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Explosive West Indian opener Chris Gayle has backed day-night Tests and believes they could make the longest form of the game more popular.

'This is the Universe Boss, and I'm back on the pitch!'

'This is the Universe Boss, and I'm back on the pitch!'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Chris Gayle, the dynamic former West Indian batter will captain Telangana Tigers in the first edition of the inaugural edition of the much-anticipated Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL).

IPL MVP: Gayle continues to rule the roost

IPL MVP: Gayle continues to rule the roost

Rediff.com15 May 2013

After 42 days and 64 matches, Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji's MVPI formula shows that RCB's Chris Gayle is still the most valuable player in season 6 of the IPL.

Check out Gayle's 'Butter Chicken Body'

Check out Gayle's 'Butter Chicken Body'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Universe Boss reveals his love for Indian cuisine via his quirky Instaposts.

Gayle and Co set to return soon for West Indies

Gayle and Co set to return soon for West Indies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Players have been embroiled in contractual disputes with Cricket West Indies (CWI) for several years, with the team even abandoning a tour of India midway through their 2014 series over a payment structure row.

PM Modi's special message to Gayle, Rhodes on Republic Day

PM Modi's special message to Gayle, Rhodes on Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

As India celebrates its 73rd Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to celebrated cricketers Jonty Rhodes and Chris Gayle, acknowledging their 'profound connection' with the country.

Gayle walks off in style after sizzling knock

Gayle walks off in style after sizzling knock

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Chris Gayle may have played his last international game given the theatrics by cricket's showman and the send-off accorded by the Indian players at the end of a typically thunderous innings in the third ODI against India, at Queen's Park Oval, in Port of Spain, on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: Gayle celebrates 'Gangnam style' at IPL!

PHOTOS: Gayle celebrates 'Gangnam style' at IPL!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

And, like his towqering sixes, what's also a hit with the fans is Chris Gayle's style of celebration -- Gangnam style, made popular by South Korean musician Psy.

Gayle to become first-time dad, will miss next two IPL matches

Gayle to become first-time dad, will miss next two IPL matches

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

West Indian opener Chris Gayle will miss the next two matches for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League after flying back to Jamaica for the birth of his first child.

Gayle all praise for Tendulkar

Gayle all praise for Tendulkar

Rediff.com19 Sep 2006

The West Indies batsman is the latest addition to Sachin Tendulkar's fan club.

Feeling fit, I am on top of my game: Gayle

Feeling fit, I am on top of my game: Gayle

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Punjab Kings' batsman Chris Gayle said that he is feeling on the top of his game and is happy to be contributing towards his team's cause in IPL 2021.

Gayle frustrated by team's batting failure

Gayle frustrated by team's batting failure

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Frustrated West Indies captain Chris Gayle said he needed more help from his fellow top order batsmen after the Caribbean side exited the World Twenty20 following a heavy defeat to Australia on Tuesday.

Gayle, Harbhajan, Afridi among star-studded marquee players

Gayle, Harbhajan, Afridi among star-studded marquee players

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

The player draft for the much-awaited Global T20 Canada 2023 was held in a hybrid-form in Mumbai.

Gayle expects Indian backlash

Gayle expects Indian backlash

Rediff.com16 Jan 2007

'They are definitely going to come hard at us after we have had the better of them over the last few months,' said the West Indies opener.

World T20: India bank on spin to blunt West Indian weapons

World T20: India bank on spin to blunt West Indian weapons

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

The second World Twenty20 semi-final is likely to hinge on who emerges on top in the battle between the big-hitting West Indian batsmen and India's wily spinners when the former champions clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.