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Lalchand Rajput named interim coach of Zimbabwe

Lalchand Rajput named interim coach of Zimbabwe

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Lalchand Rajput has been named interim coach of Zimbabwe, with his first assignment a triangular Twenty20 series against Australia and Pakistan in July.

ICC ran out of patience with Zimbabwe cricket: Flower

ICC ran out of patience with Zimbabwe cricket: Flower

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Flower said ICC may have wanted Zimbabwe Cricket to put its house in order but actually the current board members were "good people".

Zimbabwe sniff victory aginst Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe sniff victory aginst Sri Lanka

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Zimbabwe were seven wickets away from their maiden Test win over Sri Lanka on Monday after setting the hosts a target of 388 in their one-off match at the R. Premadasa Stadium.

Behind the scenes drama: Why did Kirsten resign?

Behind the scenes drama: Why did Kirsten resign?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Former cricketer Basit Ali disclosed that Gary Kirsten was displeased with Mohammad Rizwan's appointment as Pakistan's white-ball captain

Robert Mugabe, former president of Zimbabwe, dies at 95

Robert Mugabe, former president of Zimbabwe, dies at 95

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Mugabe was dethroned in a military coup in November 2017, was hospitalised in Singapore for health issues since April and passed away at a hospital in Singapore, reported CNN

ICC World Cup Qualifier: UAE end Zimbabwe's dream

ICC World Cup Qualifier: UAE end Zimbabwe's dream

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

United Arab Emirates secured a surprise three run win via the Duckworth/Lewis method to end Zimbabwe's hopes of reaching the 2019 World Cup on Thursday.

COVID-19: India's tour of Zimbabwe called off

COVID-19: India's tour of Zimbabwe called off

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

On Thursday, Sri Lanka Cricket announced that India's limited overs tour in June-July was postponed indefinitely.

Yuvraj's backing, Lara's advice: The rise of Abhishek Sharma

Yuvraj's backing, Lara's advice: The rise of Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

At just 24, Abhishek Sharma has begun rewriting records that took years for others to set.

England Lions get new coach

England Lions get new coach

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Flintoff will take charge in October, overseeing their tour of South Africa, followed by a red-ball series in Australia in January and a summer series against India A and Zimbabwe on home soil.

No Head Coach till SL series; Hardik likely to succeed Rohit

No Head Coach till SL series; Hardik likely to succeed Rohit

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'...VVS Laxman is going to Zimbabwe but new coach will join from Sri Lanka series'

Can Mayank Yadav live up to the hype?

Can Mayank Yadav live up to the hype?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Pace sensation Mayank Yadav is expected to unleash his raw speed while the absence of India's T20 regulars will provide another opportunity to the fringe players in the three-match series against Bangladesh, beginning in Gwalior Sunday.

Why Abhishek could be dropped despite match-winning century!

Why Abhishek could be dropped despite match-winning century!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Abhishek Sharma, who slammed a 46-ball century in the second T20I against Zimbabwe, might have to make way for Yashasvi Jaiswal for the third match on Wednesday.

I always believe in my hitting ability: Abhishek

I always believe in my hitting ability: Abhishek

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

Abhishek Sharma said he kept belief in his hitting ability despite getting out for a duck in his international debut.

Zimbabwe's 'Crocodile' Mnangagwa sworn in as new leader

Zimbabwe's 'Crocodile' Mnangagwa sworn in as new leader

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Mnangagwa, the country's former vice president, swore an oath of office to serve as interim president until a leader is elected at the polls next year.

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'We are committed to leveraging our influence constructively to support the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in fostering cricket development and ensuring playing opportunities for both men and women in Afghanistan'.

Champions Trophy: 10 Must-Watch Players

Champions Trophy: 10 Must-Watch Players

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

The 2025 Champions Trophy promises to be a battleground for the world's top cricketers, with several players ready to leave their mark on the tournament.

Deepti Sharma inches closer to No.1 ICC World ranking

Deepti Sharma inches closer to No.1 ICC World ranking

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

India off-spinner Deepti Sharma has been rewarded for her excellent recent form as she moved up two places to reach career-high second spot in the latest ICC women's ODI rankings for bowlers on Tuesday.

Zaman smashes double ton as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Zaman smashes double ton as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

Opening batsman Fakhar Zaman became Pakistan's first double centurion in one-day internationals, when he smashed 210 off 156 deliveries against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo on Friday.

SEE: Yuvi's heart-warming birthday post for Abhishek

SEE: Yuvi's heart-warming birthday post for Abhishek

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Abhishek recently scored a century in Harare against Zimbabwe, has been making significant strides in his cricketing career.

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Pakistan's head coach for limited-overs format Gary Kirsten has returned home with the board set to announce the successor to captain Babar Azam in white-ball formats later in the month.

Pakistan rout Zimbabwe

Pakistan rout Zimbabwe

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

Abdul Razzaq's century helped Pakistan coast to a 144-run victory in the first match of the triangular one-day series.

Bangladesh finally beat Zimbabwe

Bangladesh finally beat Zimbabwe

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

Bangladesh made a long-awaited breakthrough in their ODI series against Zimbabwe by winning the fourth of five One-day Internationals at Queens Sports Club.

Batting at No 3, Gaikwad shuns comparisons with Kohli

Batting at No 3, Gaikwad shuns comparisons with Kohli

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The retirement of Kohli, skipper Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja from the shortest format following the T20 World Cup triumph has opened the doors for the upcoming players and Gaikwad is one such talented batter who has the potential to seal the No. 3 spot.

India eyes multiple mineral pacts with about a dozen countries in Africa

India eyes multiple mineral pacts with about a dozen countries in Africa

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

India is planning to soon sign new and updated mineral pacts with about a dozen countries in Africa. The Ministry of Mines is in discussions with Cte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe, Business Standard has learnt. Negotiations are ongoing with around a dozen countries, and more will be added to the list soon.

Rohit, Kohli picked for Sri Lanka ODIs; Suryakumar T20 captain

Rohit, Kohli picked for Sri Lanka ODIs; Suryakumar T20 captain

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Suryakumar Yadav was picked as the India T20I captain ahead of Hardik Pandya, while Rohit stays as the captain of the ODI team.

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The Africa Cricket Association (ACA) has started dialogue with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and other stakeholders to revive the once popular Afro-Asia Cup

Who will replace Kohli, Rohit in India's T20 team?

Who will replace Kohli, Rohit in India's T20 team?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Following the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from T20Is, the selectors will have a problem of plenty when it comes to picking the openers for the Sri Lanka series.

Ponting backs Khaleel for Australia tour

Ponting backs Khaleel for Australia tour

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Ricky Ponting feels that left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed could be a valuable addition in the Indian squad

When Paes, Bhupathi, and Sania conquered the US Open

When Paes, Bhupathi, and Sania conquered the US Open

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Leander Paes, Sania Mirza, and Mahesh Bhupathi have left their mark by collectively winning 10 US Open titles.

How COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Zimbabwe cricket...

How COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Zimbabwe cricket...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

2020 was supposed to be different for Zimbabwe with assignments against Ireland, Afghanistan, Australia, India and the Netherlands lined up. But COVID-19 pandemic has come in the way of what was supposed to be, for a change, a fairly busy international calendar for Zimbabwe.

ICC readmits Zimbabwe & Nepal as members; increases prize money of women's event

ICC readmits Zimbabwe & Nepal as members; increases prize money of women's event

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Zimbabwe and Nepal were suspended in July this year following government interference in the running of the Board.

Bangladesh pick Shakib for T20 World Cup; Shanto captain

Bangladesh pick Shakib for T20 World Cup; Shanto captain

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Shakib Al Hasan made his comeback to T20 international cricket after a gap of nearly a year this month in the home series against Zimbabwe.

Masakadza's century boosts Zimbabwe

Masakadza's century boosts Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Hamilton Masakadza defied Bangladesh's spinners with an unbeaten 154 to take Zimbabwe to a respectable position in the second Test in Kulna. The tourists had reached 331-5 in their first innings by stumps on the third day, trailing Bangladesh's total of 433 by 102.

England crush Zimbabwe

England crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com2 Dec 2004

England registered an emphatic 161-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second ODI to go up 2-0 up in the four-match series.

Pakistan team's tour of Zimbabwe called off

Pakistan team's tour of Zimbabwe called off

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

Pakistan team's tour of Zimbabwe next month and a planned tri-series ODI tournament there have been called off after mutual understanding between the two countries.

Zimbabwe captain Chigumbura handed two-match suspension

Zimbabwe captain Chigumbura handed two-match suspension

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Elton Chigumbura's Pakistan tour came to an abrupt end after the Zimbabwe captain was slapped with a two-match suspension for his team's slow over-rate in Tuesday's first One-Day International in Lahore.

'Not intensity but rhythm and flow': India fielding coach Dilip

'Not intensity but rhythm and flow': India fielding coach Dilip

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

It took the Indian team many intense sessions on the ground and off it to transform into a world class fielding unit. But, at the MPCA stadium here on Friday, its much-admired fielding coach T Dilip's focus was not on intensity but on "rhythm and flow".

Whatmore named new Zimbabwe coach

Whatmore named new Zimbabwe coach

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Dav Whatmore has been unveiled as the new Zimbabwe coach with the Australian agreeing to an initial contract that runs until the end of the World Cup early next year.

'This Belongs To You... Love You Dad'

'This Belongs To You... Love You Dad'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Harshit Rana celebrated with his father Pradeep after earning a maiden call-up to the Indian ODI team.

Washington Sundar among ICC Player of July nominees

Washington Sundar among ICC Player of July nominees

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

India all-rounder Washington Sundar has been nominated for the ICC 'Player of the month' award for July alongside England's Gus Atkinson and Charlie Cassell of Scotland.