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Kuldeep misses Dhoni behind the stumps

Kuldeep misses Dhoni behind the stumps

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Yadav said he shares a special bond with fellow spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, whose advise he values both on and off field.

Kohli 'surprised' by RCB's social media antics

Kohli 'surprised' by RCB's social media antics

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

'Posts disappear and the captain isn't informed," Kohli wrote.

IPL PHOTOS: Bangalore thrash Mumbai for second straight win

IPL PHOTOS: Bangalore thrash Mumbai for second straight win

Rediff.com19 Apr 2014

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians in Sharjah, on Saturday.

PIX: Young Padikkal leads RCB's demolition of SunRisers

PIX: Young Padikkal leads RCB's demolition of SunRisers

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Images from Monday's IPL match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and SunRisers Hyderabad, in Dubai.

Kohli begins hunt for elusive IPL title as RCB face Sunrisers

Kohli begins hunt for elusive IPL title as RCB face Sunrisers

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Kohli has always led from the front but he knows his search for a maiden title will remain incomplete if the team doesn't perform in all departments.

RCB coach Hesson on working with stars like Kohli

RCB coach Hesson on working with stars like Kohli

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore Director of Cricket Operations Mike Hesson believes one certainly cannot teach the likes of Virat Kohli how to bat, and it is just about adding value to what the player already knows.

Why Faf du Plessis avoids reading too much news

Why Faf du Plessis avoids reading too much news

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Faf du Plessis said that it is 'very important' to have a positive attitude and he is putting a lot of energy into it.

IPL PIX: Maxwell shines as RCB trounce Mumbai

IPL PIX: Maxwell shines as RCB trounce Mumbai

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Glenn Maxwell's brilliant all-round performance and Harshal Patel's hat-trick powered Royal Challengers Bangalore to a thumping 54-run victory against Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League match, in Dubai, on Sunday.

IPL 8 Squads: Royal Challengers Bangalore

IPL 8 Squads: Royal Challengers Bangalore

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Check out the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad for the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.

'His best is yet to come and we are going to see some fireworks'

'His best is yet to come and we are going to see some fireworks'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

De Villiers backed India and Mumbai Indians' batter Suryakumar Yadav, who has witnessed a sudden dip in form, advising him to focus on what has worked in the past.

Kohli: Painful to see people's hunger plight

Kohli: Painful to see people's hunger plight

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Virat Kohli said that it is painful to witness daily-wage labourers struggling for food. On the other hand, AB de Villiers said that the coronavirus pandemic has made him realise about the hunger that exists throughout the world.

'Received death threats after SA's 2011 WC exit'

'Received death threats after SA's 2011 WC exit'

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Led by Daniel Vettori, New Zealand had batted first and posted 221 for 8 in 50 overs. In reply, the Proteas were bowled out for 172 with du Plessis, playing in only his 10th ODI, making 36.

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Virat Kohli retained the top spot among batsmen while India were placed third among ODI teams in the latest ICC Rankings issued on Thursday.

De Villiers smashes fastest ODI ton in 31 balls

De Villiers smashes fastest ODI ton in 31 balls

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

AB de Villiers took 31 balls to smash the fastest century in one-day internationals on Sunday as South Africa posted 439 for two wickets, their highest team total in this format, in the second ODI against West Indies at the Wanderers.

A night to remember, says Harpreet after splendid show

A night to remember, says Harpreet after splendid show

Rediff.com1 May 2021

Harpreet picked three key wickets for Punjab Kings as he dismissed Kohli, Maxwell, and de Villiers

PHOTOS: Kohli, De Villiers help RCB end losing run

PHOTOS: Kohli, De Villiers help RCB end losing run

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers hit half-centuries to overshadow Chris Gayle's unbeaten 99 as Royal Challengers finally snapped their six-match losing streak with a eight-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab.

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.

Mumbai beat Bangalore after last-ball umpiring howler

Mumbai beat Bangalore after last-ball umpiring howler

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

An umpiring howler off the last delivery cost Royal Challengers Bangalore dearly as Mumbai Indians beat the hosts by six runs, largely due to Jasprit Bumrah's brilliant spell at the death, in Thursday's IPL encounter in Bengaluru.

Chappell names Dhoni captain of his World Cup XI

Chappell names Dhoni captain of his World Cup XI

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Former Australian captain Ian Chappell has named India's Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the captain of his World Cup 2015 XI.

Yet another milestone for De Villiers... enters WC top-10 scorers' list

Yet another milestone for De Villiers... enters WC top-10 scorers' list

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

South African cricket captain AB de Villiers continued to script statistical history at the ongoing World Cup as he entered the top-10 of all-time scorers' list.

It all comes down to hard work for De Villiers

It all comes down to hard work for De Villiers

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

AB de Villiers smashed West Indies bowlers from pillar to post for the quickest 150 in one-day internationals on Friday but the South African skipper said only hard work earns a batsman the right to dominate in such a fashion.

IPL: Rahul, Brar shine as Punjab overwhelm Bangalore

IPL: Rahul, Brar shine as Punjab overwhelm Bangalore

Rediff.com1 May 2021

Skipper K L Rahul scored a combative 91 and young Harpreet Brar shone with bat and ball as Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 34 runs in the IPL match, in Ahmedabad, on Friday.

Know your IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore

Know your IPL Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

Rajneesh Gupta presents statistical summary of Royal Challengers Bangalore and much more.

Can Afridi eclipse De Villiers's fastest ODI ton record?

Can Afridi eclipse De Villiers's fastest ODI ton record?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Pakistan's veteran all-rounder Shahid Afridi has admitted that he would like to eclipse the record set by the swashbuckling South African skipper AB de Villiers, who hit the fastest One-Day International century.

We're ready for Champions Trophy, insists De Villiers

We're ready for Champions Trophy, insists De Villiers

Rediff.com5 Mar 2017

Insisting that South Africa have come a long way from their 2015 World Cup semi-final defeat against New Zealand, captain AB de Villiers has exuded confidence on his team, saying they are ready for the Champions Trophy.

ABD: The smiling assassin who demonized bowlers

ABD: The smiling assassin who demonized bowlers

Rediff.com23 May 2018

At a time when boorish players' behaviour is a cause of concern for cricketing nations, the man earned love, respect, plaudits with his sheer cricketing skills.

Depleted Rajasthan face uphill task against Bangalore

Depleted Rajasthan face uphill task against Bangalore

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Weakened by the departure of Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes, Rajasthan Royals will have their task cut out when they lock horns with a resurgent Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League match in Jaipur on Saturday.

Why India needs to be wary of South Africa in upcoming the World T20...

Why India needs to be wary of South Africa in upcoming the World T20...

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

South Africa's swashbuckling batsman AB de Villiers has admitted that he is not satisfied with his current T20 record despite playing a major role in his side's two-match series win against England.

2nd T20: De Villiers, Amla help South Africa tame England, win series 2-0

2nd T20: De Villiers, Amla help South Africa tame England, win series 2-0

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

Openers AB de Villiers and Hashim Amla broke the backs of English bowlers, blasting a 125-run opening stand to beat England by 9 wickets in the 2nd T20 International at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on Sunday.

'T20 cricket must address balance between bat and ball'

'T20 cricket must address balance between bat and ball'

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Former India captain Rahul Dravid has some suggestions to make T20 cricket more exciting. Harish Kotian lists them.

IPL Preview: RCB-CSK renew rivalry

IPL Preview: RCB-CSK renew rivalry

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings will renew their intense rivalry after two years when they face-off in the Indian Premier League, in Bengaluru, on Wednesday.

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The Baggy Green is synonymous with the Australian cricket team's Test cap and ICC also took it sportingly and apologised with a smile

IPL preview: RCB, Royals hope to continue momentum

IPL preview: RCB, Royals hope to continue momentum

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

A keen contest is on the cards as Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals cross swords in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

Embattled CSK face uphill task against rampaging RCB

Embattled CSK face uphill task against rampaging RCB

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

After eight defeats in 11 outings, Chennai Super Kings will look to give their forgettable campaign a semblance of respectability when they take on in-form Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League in Dubai on Sunday.

PHOTOS: De Villiers misses ton but SA crush UAE

PHOTOS: De Villiers misses ton but SA crush UAE

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

South Africa skipper AB de Villiers led from the front with an all-round show to help South Africa thrash minnows UAE.

Sunrisers eye play-off berth in clash against RCB

Sunrisers eye play-off berth in clash against RCB

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Captain Kane Williamson, all-rounder Vijay Shankar and comeback man Wriddhiman Saha will look to score in the key match.

DK trying everything to be a part of Indian team

DK trying everything to be a part of Indian team

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

'My aim is to do something special for the country. This is part of my journey'

Boosted by Ferguson's entry, KKR look to make amends vs RCB

Boosted by Ferguson's entry, KKR look to make amends vs RCB

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Lockie Ferguson's inclusion gave the much-needed impetus to the side, but KKR are still struggling with their star all-rounder Andre Russell who capped yet another flop show with the bat.

Lara names McCullum captain of his Dream World Cup XI

Lara names McCullum captain of his Dream World Cup XI

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Former West Indies great Brian Lara has named Brendon McCullum as skipper of his Dream World Cup XI, which has three Indians in it.

Another milestone for captain Kohli...

Another milestone for captain Kohli...

Rediff.com9 Mar 2019

Virat Kohli became only the fourth Indian captain to pile up 4000 runs in One-Day Internationals, during the fourth ODI against Australia, in Ranchi on Friday.