News for 'Willow'

'Our batting failed to back up bowlers,' says disappointed Buttler

'Our batting failed to back up bowlers,' says disappointed Buttler

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Jos Buttler said his side did not execute their plans and admitted they failed with the willow.

India's Gen Next kick-start new era against Zimbabwe

India's Gen Next kick-start new era against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

If one looks at selection pattern, Jurel was the second keeper behind Sanju Samson for this series and Jitesh was a late entrant because of the unavailability of the World Cup squad members.

SRH power-hitters vs RR spin: Battle for final berth

SRH power-hitters vs RR spin: Battle for final berth

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Playing on an Uppal shirtfront that resembled a national highway or at the Kotla or Wankhede is completely from playing at the Chepauk where the strip will be sticky in nature.

I'm the lowest scorer for my team, but the happiest to lift the trophy: Rahane

I'm the lowest scorer for my team, but the happiest to lift the trophy: Rahane

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Ajinkya Rahane might have endured a wretched run with the willow but he was the "happiest man" at the Wankhede on Thursday, having led Mumbai to their 42nd Ranji Trophy title.

India's Fastest 50 In 245 Tests!

India's Fastest 50 In 245 Tests!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Jaiswal's fiery start saw India score 50 in just 6.3 overs -- making it their fastest fifty in the first innings in 245 Tests since 2000!

Life outside cricket affects you, didn't start off well for me: Parag

Life outside cricket affects you, didn't start off well for me: Parag

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Facing relentless trolling isn't easy, especially when you have barely crossed teens but Riyan Parag's cricketing journey hasn't exactly been a bed of roses in that sense.

Nitish ready to win 'respect for father' in India jersey

Nitish ready to win 'respect for father' in India jersey

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

When he received his maiden call-up to India's T20I squad for the tour of Zimbabwe, 21-year-old Andhra all-rounder Nitish Reddy felt he has achieved only 50 percent of his goal to make his "Nanna" proud.

Around the wicket: Pakistan will turn tables on India; Kashmir willow sees biz boom

Around the wicket: Pakistan will turn tables on India; Kashmir willow sees biz boom

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

When Kashmir willow sees biz boom and cricket raises Afghan hopes

DC's power hitters vs KKR's star-studded lineup: Who will prevail?

DC's power hitters vs KKR's star-studded lineup: Who will prevail?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

For DC, the onus will be on Prithvi Shaw and veteran Australian David Warner to provide a solid start.

Australia's Starc eyes return to IPL in 2024

Australia's Starc eyes return to IPL in 2024

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Starc said the IPL would be good preparation for the T20 World Cup in the United States and West Indies.

PICS: Narine fires KKR past LSG and to the top of IPL

PICS: Narine fires KKR past LSG and to the top of IPL

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Images from Sunday's IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, in Lucknow.

'Hitman' Scripts Comeback For The Ages

'Hitman' Scripts Comeback For The Ages

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Rohit's knock was peppered with eleven boundaries and eight maximums. Scoring at a strike rate of 175.36, he played one of his most iconic knocks.

Batters To Light Up T20 World Cup

Batters To Light Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Batters likely to set the World Cup alight with their big striking...

No Sponsors? Navgire Salutes Thaala

No Sponsors? Navgire Salutes Thaala

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

While Kiran Navgire's batting set up the win, her bat became a talking point.

IPL PIX: KKR thrash SRH to win third IPL title!

IPL PIX: KKR thrash SRH to win third IPL title!

Rediff.com27 May 2024

KKR lifted their third IPL title with an eight-wicket thrashing of Sunrisers Hyderabad in a lop-sided final.

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

T20 WC PIX: India romp into Super 8 after whipping US

T20 WC PIX: India romp into Super 8 after whipping US

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Images from the ICC T20 World Cup match between India and the United States at the Nassau County Cricket Ground, in New York, on Wednesday.

Pant's captaincy under lens as struggling DC take on inconsistent GT

Pant's captaincy under lens as struggling DC take on inconsistent GT

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Rishabh Pant's leadership skills will be under scrutiny as a struggling Delhi Capitals would seek a much-improved performance from their bowlers when they take on an inconsistent Gujarat Titans in the IPL in New Delhi on Wednesday.

England Lions batters in 'Bazball' mode against India A

England Lions batters in 'Bazball' mode against India A

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

India A bowlers got a taste of the 'Bazball' approach as England Lions, led by opener Keaton Jennings, pulverised an attack full of seasoned domestic operators to score 382 for 3 in just 82 overs on the opening day of the four-day 'unofficial Test' in Ahmedabad.

RCB, GT face off in must win clash

RCB, GT face off in must win clash

Rediff.com3 May 2024

From a maths perspective, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans can still reach the IPL playoffs, but they need to ward off inner gremlins on Saturday to notch a mandatory win to keep that dream flickering.

How Rohit outsmarted Ben Stokes to seal series win

How Rohit outsmarted Ben Stokes to seal series win

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Ben Stokes' aggressive captaincy brought about England's downfall, feels BCCI president Roger Binny

Inside Team India's nets: Rohit's banter, Kohli's focus

Inside Team India's nets: Rohit's banter, Kohli's focus

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Kohli, returning from London after a short family break, joined the training after half an hour, Rohit seemed more relaxed after isolating himself for three weeks.

Can RR Stars Win IPL 2024?

Can RR Stars Win IPL 2024?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Rajasthan Royals has assembled a world class talent team. Can RR, who won the first IPL title, win another championship?

Pakistan Features in Amritsar Campaign

Pakistan Features in Amritsar Campaign

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Several candidates, including Taranjit Singh Sandhu, the BJP's Amritsar candidate, are promising resumption of India-Pakistan trade via the Attari-Wagah land route.

Is Rinku Singh the finisher India is looking for?

Is Rinku Singh the finisher India is looking for?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Rinku Singh has put up a strong show in the first two matches of the five-match T20I series against Australia.

Fleming hails Dhoni's batting: 'It's inspirational!'

Fleming hails Dhoni's batting: 'It's inspirational!'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

His brilliant form notwithstanding, Mahendra Singh Dhoni cannot be promoted in the batting order as his recovery from a knee injury has restricted his ability to wield the willow for long periods, said Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming.

'Thank you Gavaskar sir...but there is only one MSD, I am happy to be Dhruv'

'Thank you Gavaskar sir...but there is only one MSD, I am happy to be Dhruv'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

He might be drawing comparisons with Mahendra Singh Dhoni, but wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel on Friday said nobody can quite match up to the former India captain and he would rather focus on carving his own niche in international cricket.

Stoinis, Mohsin, Naveen, Bumrah? Vote!

Stoinis, Mohsin, Naveen, Bumrah? Vote!

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The Lucknow Super Giants bowlers fired in unison as they eked out a four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians.

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Shubman Gill In Rocky Waters?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Since August 2023, Gill has scored just one half-century from eight T20Is, scoring 133 runs at an average of 16.

Parthiv Patel reveals surprising pick for Iyer's vacant spot

Parthiv Patel reveals surprising pick for Iyer's vacant spot

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Parthiv reckoned that Sarfaraz Khan will get the nod ahead of Devdutt Padikkal for the vacant Shreyas Iyer's position.

Porel Or Pooran: Who Was Better? Vote!

Porel Or Pooran: Who Was Better? Vote!

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Abhishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs struck half-centuries for Delhi Capitals in their final league game of the season.

SKY ditches captaincy 'luggage' for match-winning knock

SKY ditches captaincy 'luggage' for match-winning knock

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Surya made his senior India captaincy debut with a two-wicket victory over Australia in the first T20 International in Visakhapatnam

Big Reveal: Will Smith-Jada Separated Since 2016

Big Reveal: Will Smith-Jada Separated Since 2016

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Talk show host and actor Jada Pinkett Smith, 52, has revealed she and actor-husband Will Smith, 55, have been separated and have lived 'completely separate lives' since 2016.

MS Dhoni and CSK have brought out the best in me: Dube

MS Dhoni and CSK have brought out the best in me: Dube

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Bonafide six-hitter Shivam Dube on Monday said his ability to play a wide range of strokes against spinners is "god's gift" but overcoming issues against express pace and bounce will require plenty of hard work.

India vs Pakistan: Gambhir slams Kohli's 'nothing shot'

India vs Pakistan: Gambhir slams Kohli's 'nothing shot'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Former Indian batter Gautam Gambhir slammed compatriot Virat Kohli for his poor shot selection during India's high-octane clash against arch-rival Pakistan.

Should IPL Get Rid of Impact Player Rule?

Should IPL Get Rid of Impact Player Rule?

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Batters are mauling bowlers this IPL like never before, as the impact player rule effectively gives every team 12 players. Where is it taking the game?

Rohit gushes about India's mischievous young guns

Rohit gushes about India's mischievous young guns

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Moved by the youngster's stories and the emotions surrounding it, Rohit said he was "lost in their debuts".

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Does Riyan Parag get your vote?

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings in Kolkata on Friday.

Batters need to take more responsibility: Hardik

Batters need to take more responsibility: Hardik

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Not pleased with his team's display with the willow, India skipper Hardik Pandya on Sunday said batters have to take more responsibility going forward.