News for 'Zaheer Khan'

'Fan war? PR lobby?': Pathan hits back at 'twisted' Dhoni remarks

'Fan war? PR lobby?': Pathan hits back at 'twisted' Dhoni remarks

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Irfan Pathan posted a cryptic message on social media after an old interview resurfaced online, where he was seen taking an alleged indirect dig at former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Zaheer out, Bangar in for ODIs

Zaheer out, Bangar in for ODIs

Rediff.com29 Dec 2003

19-year-old Irfan Pathan Jr will replace an injured Zaheer Khan.

'It's not fair on bowlers': Shardul slams IPL pitches

'It's not fair on bowlers': Shardul slams IPL pitches

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Shardul Thakur, who starred in Lucknow Super Giants' victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, called for fair pitches in the tournament to provide balance between bat and ball

Rohit Caught In Viral Video Controversy

Rohit Caught In Viral Video Controversy

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

A short video posted by Mumbai Indians ahead of their IPL 2025 clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium has triggered fresh controversy.

Sehwag, Zaheer rested; Tendulkar in Asia Cup squad

Sehwag, Zaheer rested; Tendulkar in Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

Senior batsman Sachin Tendulkar was included in the 15-member Indian squad, but the struggling Virender Sehwag was given a rest for the Asia Cup tournament to be played in Bangladesh next month.

Injury will make me fitter: Zaheer

Injury will make me fitter: Zaheer

Rediff.com27 Feb 2004

Zaheer Khan says he would stay positive and come back a stronger athlete.

SEE: Rishabh Pant Turns Rockstar in Viral Karaoke Video

SEE: Rishabh Pant Turns Rockstar in Viral Karaoke Video

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

With a mic in one hand and the captain's armband on the other, Rishabh Pant is ready to bring the entertainment to IPL 2025!

Zaheer, Swann challenged me the most: Sangakkara

Zaheer, Swann challenged me the most: Sangakkara

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin might have dismissed Kumar Sangakkara in his last four innings, but the legendary cricketer rated veteran India pacer Zaheer Khan as one of the most dangerous bowlers he has faced during his 15-year long illustrious career.

Dravid, Zaheer put India on top

Dravid, Zaheer put India on top

Rediff.com9 Oct 2003

Langer's funny 'Mom Call' steals show at presser

Langer's funny 'Mom Call' steals show at presser

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

LSG head coach Justin Langer created a hilarious moment when he picked up a reporter's phone call during the post-match press conference following their 12-run win over Mumbai Indians.

End of the road for Sehwag, Bhajji and Zaheer

End of the road for Sehwag, Bhajji and Zaheer

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

The exclusion of Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh and Zaheer Khan was expected. The decision, which took a long time coming, in all likelihood, brings the curtains down on the One-day careers of the trio, says Bikash Mohapatra.

PHOTOS: Zaheer undergoes fitness test at Wankhede

PHOTOS: Zaheer undergoes fitness test at Wankhede

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

India's veteran pacer Zaheer Khan underwent a fitness test at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai before the selection committee's meeting to pick the first Test against England, starting next week.

Need a plan to combat Zaheer, Bhajji: Clarke

Need a plan to combat Zaheer, Bhajji: Clarke

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

The vice-captain of the Australian team Michael Clarke feels that combating India's pace spearhead Zaheer Khan and off-spinner Harbhajan Singh will be a tough ask but they are up for it.

Zaheer was a bowler who could out-think the batsmen: Tendulkar

Zaheer was a bowler who could out-think the batsmen: Tendulkar

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

Iconic Sachin Tendulkar and limited overs captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni have led the bandwagon of former and current cricketers praising Zaheer Khan, who ended his international career on Thursday.

Injured Zaheer ruled out of Sri Lanka series

Injured Zaheer ruled out of Sri Lanka series

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

India suffered a severe jolt ahead their three-match Test series against Sri Lanka starting on July 18 with strike bowler Zaheer Khan being ruled out due to a shoulder injury.

Asim Munir becomes more powerful, elevated as Pak's 1st Chief Of Defence Forces

Asim Munir becomes more powerful, elevated as Pak's 1st Chief Of Defence Forces

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Asim Munir, who was promoted to the Field Marshal rank this year, will also simultaneously hold the office of the Chief of Army Staff, along with his duties as CDF.

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Should China's interest in the Teesta River projects be approved, it would likely result in heightened Chinese presence near the Siliguri corridor.'

How Ananya, Sonakshi, Yami Celebrated Diwali

How Ananya, Sonakshi, Yami Celebrated Diwali

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Bollywood families celebrated Diwali and created memories on social media.

Zaheer may miss second Test

Zaheer may miss second Test

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

"We have three days, but I am not 100 per cent sure whether he will play or not," skipper M S Dhoni said, adding, "It is a long series and we don't want to risk any individual."

Zaheer backs Dravid

Zaheer backs Dravid

Rediff.com31 Dec 2007

Runs may have dried up for Rahul Dravid but there is no dearth of support from his teammates including Zaheer Khan, who believes the right-hander is due for a big knock against Australia.

PHOTOS: Dhoni, Yuvraj, Zaheer steal the limelight at Poorna Patel's sangeet

PHOTOS: Dhoni, Yuvraj, Zaheer steal the limelight at Poorna Patel's sangeet

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

It turned out to be a starry affair as some of India's top current and former cricketers attended former union civil aviation minister Praful Patel's daughter Poorna's sangeet ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday.

'Zaheer's selection was a risk that did not work'

'Zaheer's selection was a risk that did not work'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

With Zaheer Khan out of the series, former India stumper Kiran More tells Bikash Mohapatra, the Indian team has a tall task ahead.

Zaheer passes fitness test

Zaheer passes fitness test

Rediff.com22 Jul 2004

The left armer underwent the fitness test under the supervision of team physio Andrew Leipus and trainer Gregory Allan King.

'Zaheer still needs to do lot of bowling to get fit'

'Zaheer still needs to do lot of bowling to get fit'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2011

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly feels India's pace spearhead Zaheer Khan needs to bowl a lot in order to be fully fit for the first Test against Australia, starting on the Boxing Day.

Check Out Salman's Pants, Folks!

Check Out Salman's Pants, Folks!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Salman Khan's youngest sister Arpita Khan celebrated her birthday over the weekend and invited family and her friends to a party at her restaurant MERCII, in suburban Mumbai.

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes IPL teams should have full control over pitch conditions in their own backyard.

Zaheer is best left-arm pacer now: Akram

Zaheer is best left-arm pacer now: Akram

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

Impressed by Zaheer Khan's splendid performance, former Pakistan bowler Wasim Akram on Friday rated him as the best left-arm pacer in the game in the present times.

Massive blow for LSG ahead of IPL 2025

Massive blow for LSG ahead of IPL 2025

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Mayank's unavailability for the first half of the season proves to be a massive setback for LSG, who retained him for a whopping Rs 11 crore.

Abdul Samad -- SRH's loss is LSG's gain

Abdul Samad -- SRH's loss is LSG's gain

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Ahead of the auction last year, he was let go by SRH, an opportunity that Lucknow Super Giants scooped up. Seeing Samad's potential, the Zaheer Khan-mentored team bought his services for Rs 4.2 crores at the auction table.

Zaheer's opening spells in WC finals, a study in contrast

Zaheer's opening spells in WC finals, a study in contrast

Rediff.com2 Apr 2011

Eight years ago he faltered at the biggest stage in cricket, the World Cup summit clash against Australia in Johannesburg, but on Saturday Indian pace spearhead Zaheer Khan truly exorcised that disastrous spell of bowling with a splendid opening burst against Sri Lanka.

Zaheer will miss the remainder of the IPL season, confirms Rohit

Zaheer will miss the remainder of the IPL season, confirms Rohit

Rediff.com7 May 2014

In another blow to Mumbai Indians' campaign in IPL-7, pace spearhead Zaheer Khan has been ruled out of the remainder of the tournament, according to skipper Rohit Sharma.

Can Zaheer reclaim India spot?

Can Zaheer reclaim India spot?

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Royal Challengers Bangalore's Zaheer Khan is eager to "reclaim" his place in the Indian team and said he will look to use the period after IPL to attain peak fitness.

McGrath doubtful of Zaheer, Ishant lasting the whole series

McGrath doubtful of Zaheer, Ishant lasting the whole series

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

With a pace attack led by two injury-prone bowlers, things are not looking too good for India ahead of the gruelling Test series against Australia, feels fast bowling legend Glenn McGrath.

Ex-Pak star bats for support around Babar

Ex-Pak star bats for support around Babar

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

He contrasts that with Pakistan's past batting line-ups.

BCCI recommends Zaheer for Arjuna award

BCCI recommends Zaheer for Arjuna award

Rediff.com3 May 2011

The Board of Control for Cricket in India recommended pace spearhead Zaheer Khan for the prestigious Arjuna award following his excellent showing in India's World Cup-winning campaign.

India will miss Zaheer: Hussey

India will miss Zaheer: Hussey

Rediff.com24 Oct 2009

Australia's batting mainstay Michael Hussey believes Zaheer Khan's absence is a big blow for the Indian team in the seven-match ODI series, beginning in Vadodara, on Sunday.

Zaheer to endorse HPCL lube

Zaheer to endorse HPCL lube

Rediff.com26 Apr 2005

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, India's second largest public sector oil company has signed up fast bowler Zaheer Khan to endorse its lube brands.\n\n

Vaughan apologises to Zaheer

Vaughan apologises to Zaheer

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The England captain, however, said the jelly bean row had nothing to do with his team's defeat.

Zaheer leads Worcestershire's charge

Zaheer leads Worcestershire's charge

Rediff.com26 Apr 2006

The India discard produced an incisive spell of fast bowling to give Worcestershire with a terrific start against Somerset in a County Championship.

Of Zaheer, Ponting and Usain Bolt

Of Zaheer, Ponting and Usain Bolt

Rediff.com2 Oct 2010

Seeking to clear air over the altercation Zaheer Khan had with Ricky Ponting, India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said the issue was a misunderstanding on part of Australia's captain. Harbhajan said Zaheer's remarks were not directed at Ponting; the pacer was just talking with teammate VVS Laxman.