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6 Bangladesh Test Wins That Shocked The Cricket World

6 Bangladesh Test Wins That Shocked The Cricket World

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Bangladesh secured a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in Darwin, marking their first-ever Test win on Australian soil, powered by Tanzid Hasan's century and Mehidy Hasan Miraz's five-wicket haul.

Pink ball Test: West Indies script shock win over Australia

Pink ball Test: West Indies script shock win over Australia

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Shamar Joseph took 7 wickets to lead the Windies to a big win

Dwayne Bravo: First Player In CPL History To Have Jersey Retired

Dwayne Bravo: First Player In CPL History To Have Jersey Retired

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Trinbago Knight Riders have announced the retirement of legendary all-rounder Dwayne Bravo's iconic No. 47 jersey, making him the first player in CPL history to receive such an honour.

West Indies crush Zimbabwe

West Indies crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Chanderpaul capped off a West Indies onslaught that culminated in a record total of 333 for six off 50 overs.

West Indies sack coach Simmons

West Indies sack coach Simmons

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

West Indies sacked their head coach Phil Simmons on Tuesday, five months after the team clinched the World Twenty20 title, citing 'differences in culture and strategic approach'.

Asian Games: Indian men's team in cricket semis after washout

Asian Games: Indian men's team in cricket semis after washout

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Indian men's cricket team has advanced to the Asian Games semi-final after their quarter-final match against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain, with India progressing based on their superior ICC T20I ranking.

Legendary All-Rounder Sir Garfield Sobers Passes Into The Ages

Legendary All-Rounder Sir Garfield Sobers Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Sir Garfield Sobers, one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history and a former West Indies captain, died in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Friday at the age of 89.

Varun's Asian Games dream over, Nigam gets India call-up

Varun's Asian Games dream over, Nigam gets India call-up

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Leg-spin all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has been named as the replacement for senior spinner Varun Chakravarthy in India's Asian Games cricket squad. Chakravarthy was ruled out due to a side strain, marking a setback after his recent return from injury. Nigam, a Delhi Capitals player, brings IPL experience to the team.

West Indies recall Hetmyer, Thomas for India ODIs

West Indies recall Hetmyer, Thomas for India ODIs

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Former captains Nicholas Pooran and Jason Holder were not available for selection, while all-rounder Keemo Paul missed out with injury, Cricket West Indies said in a statement on Monday.

Lara to review West Indies' World Cup debacle

Lara to review West Indies' World Cup debacle

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

West Indies great Brian Lara has been named in a three-person panel to review the Caribbeans' flop at the T20 World Cup in Australia.

West Indies Head Coach fined for comments during 1st Test

West Indies Head Coach fined for comments during 1st Test

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Sammy expressed frustration that his side were on the "sharp end of the stick" for two caught behind decisions that had been referred to Holdstock which saw Australia batter Travis Head given not out, while Windies 'keeper batter Shai Hope was adjudicated out.

KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna named in Karnataka's Ranji Trophy opener vs Andhra

KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna named in Karnataka's Ranji Trophy opener vs Andhra

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India internationals KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna have been named in Karnataka's squad for their Ranji Trophy season opener against Andhra. Rahul is expected to play to prepare for the New Zealand Test tour, while Prasidh's participation is uncertain due to injury. The squad, led by Ravichandran Smaran, also sees a new coaching staff and a new sponsorship deal for Karnataka teams.

Pakistan thrash West Indies

Pakistan thrash West Indies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2004

Pakistan and India are the only unbeaten sides in the tournament.

Motie spins West Indies to series win over Zimbabwe

Motie spins West Indies to series win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Spinner Gudakesh Motie set a new benchmark for West Indies cricket with the best return from a Test spinner as he bowled his side to victory, and series success over Zimbabwe, by an innings and four runs in the second test on Tuesday.

No game time, but Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gaining invaluable India experience

No game time, but Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gaining invaluable India experience

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

'I think the more time he spends in this environment with the quality players, the more time he trains at this standard, will only be great for his cricket.'

India Players Wear Black Armbands In Memory Of Garry Sobers

India Players Wear Black Armbands In Memory Of Garry Sobers

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

The India and England players wore black armbands and observed a minute's silence ahead of the start of the third and final at Lord's on Sunday to pay tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers, who died on Friday, July 17, 2026.

Anrich Nortje set for surprise Test return against Australia amid injury crisis

Anrich Nortje set for surprise Test return against Australia amid injury crisis

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

South Africa's fast bowler Anrich Nortje is on the verge of a surprising return to Test cricket after nearly four years, potentially bolstering an injury-hit Proteas attack against Australia in the first Test starting Friday in Durban.

Women's WC: West Indies stun champions England

Women's WC: West Indies stun champions England

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The West Indies pulled off another upset as they beat England by seven runs to secure their first-ever ICC Women's World Cup victory over the defending champions.

'I Just Want to Express Myself': How Virat Kohli Reinvented His Batting

'I Just Want to Express Myself': How Virat Kohli Reinvented His Batting

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Virat Kohli, after becoming the second batter to reach 15,000 ODI runs and scoring his 55th ton, stated that personal milestones are not his primary focus.

West Indies cricket 'pioneer' Ramadhin dies aged 92

West Indies cricket 'pioneer' Ramadhin dies aged 92

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Former Test spinner Sonny Ramadhin, a key part of the West Indies side that won a first away series in England in 1950 and described as "pioneer" of the game, has died aged 92.

Australia A take control in four-day fixture against India A

Australia A take control in four-day fixture against India A

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Australia A has established a commanding 364-run lead over India A on the third day of their second four-day match in Puducherry. India A, chasing an improbable target of 365, finished the day at 28 for one, still needing 337 runs. Key contributions from Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney, and Jason Sangha helped Australia A declare their second innings at 173 for four.

Ranji Trophy: Star power meets fresh ambition as new season gets under way

Ranji Trophy: Star power meets fresh ambition as new season gets under way

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season is set to begin on Sunday, featuring several prominent India cricketers like KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Their participation aims to provide valuable red-ball practice and fine-tune skills, while also offering a platform for players like Mohammed Shami to impress selectors. The tournament will also highlight emerging young talents from various states.

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Sri Lankan batter Sonal Dinusha has made history by smashing his fourth successive fifty-plus score against India in the ongoing Test series, joining an elite group of cricketing legends.

West Indies fortify squad with Gayle

West Indies fortify squad with Gayle

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Opening batsman Chris Gayle has been recalled to the West Indies one-day international (ODI) squad for the first two games of this month's five-match series against England.

West Indies' secret plan to stop Kohli's milestone century

West Indies' secret plan to stop Kohli's milestone century

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

West Indies hope to use new ball effectively on Day 2 to stage comeback

West Indies make short work of US to stay in semis race

West Indies make short work of US to stay in semis race

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

The West Indies, led by Andre Russell, delivered a top-class bowling performance to dismiss the United States for 128 in their crucial Super Eights Group 2 clash of T20 World Cup in Barbados on Friday.

Kohli Confirms 2027 World Cup Will Be His Last

Kohli Confirms 2027 World Cup Will Be His Last

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Cricket superstar Virat Kohli has announced that the 2027 50-overs World Cup will be his final appearance for India in the format.

Photos: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates India's Asian Games heroes

Photos: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates India's Asian Games heroes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India's Asian Games medal-winners, including the gold-winning cricket teams, on Thursday. He praised their achievements, highlighting India's growing strength in sports and its ambition to become a credible host for major international events, including a bid for the 2036 Olympics. Modi also emphasised the government's support for athletes and urged medallists to mentor the next generation.

Australia's Khawaja cleared to play second West Indies Test

Australia's Khawaja cleared to play second West Indies Test

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Usman Khawaja will return to training on Tuesday after being cleared to play the second Test

Gambhir hints at Pandya-Reddy combo in India's XI

Gambhir hints at Pandya-Reddy combo in India's XI

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that all-rounder Hardik Pandya is not yet fit to bowl a full 10-over quota in ODIs and will not be rushed back. Gambhir also hinted at the possibility of playing both Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy once Pandya achieves full bowling fitness, emphasizing his return depends on his all-round contribution.

India's tour to West Indies: Check out the schedule

India's tour to West Indies: Check out the schedule

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

India could use the ODI series on the tour, to test out players ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup starting in October, later this year.

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has honoured the late batting great Dilip Sardesai by unveiling the 'Dilip Sardesai Gate No. 3 Board' at the Wankhede Stadium on his 86th birth anniversary.

Team India players report for gruelling fitness Test at CoE Bengaluru

Team India players report for gruelling fitness Test at CoE Bengaluru

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

India's top centrally-contracted cricketers, including Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, underwent mandatory fitness tests at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. These assessments, featuring the Bronco Test, 2k run, and YoYo test, are crucial for the upcoming eight-month home season, which includes series against Afghanistan and West Indies, and the Asian Games.

'This Pakistan Team Looks Dispirited'

'This Pakistan Team Looks Dispirited'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Former England cricketer Michael Atherton has sharply criticised Pakistan's batting performance in the final Test against England, highlighting their "woefully low confidence" and "dispirited" state. The team was skittled out for just 133 runs, failing to cross 200 even once in the series, with key players like Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique struggling. Atherton attributes this decline partly to the controversial decision to send home seven players and two coaches. Despite the batting struggles, young pacer Razaullah offered a glimmer of hope with an impressive bowling display.

Pooran named West Indies white ball captain

Pooran named West Indies white ball captain

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Pooran will lead the side at this year's T20 World Cup and the ODI World Cup in 2023.

Test cricket at very low point in West Indies: Sarwan

Test cricket at very low point in West Indies: Sarwan

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Ramnaresh Sarwan foresees a mass exodus of the Caribbean players to mainland America where the game has got a major push with hosting of the T20 World Cup.

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

India is poised to secure its first overseas Test series victory in three years as they face Sri Lanka in the second and final match, with skipper Shubman Gill and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal under pressure to deliver substantial knocks.

Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Ireland's aspirations for direct qualification to the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup have been extinguished after the opening ODI against Afghanistan was abandoned due to persistent rain, mathematically ruling them out of contention for an automatic spot.

West Indies pacer Joseph gets surprise call-up for T20 World Cup

West Indies pacer Joseph gets surprise call-up for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Shamar Joseph has only played three T20 matches in franchise-based leagues and has not taken a wicket.

Australia rout West Indies in Adelaide to sweep series

Australia rout West Indies in Adelaide to sweep series

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Australia took 90 minutes to complete formalities, with Michael Neser and Mitchell Starc sharing five of the last six West Indies wicket.