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After the Titans and Giants Clash

After the Titans and Giants Clash

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the players and coaches mingling after the Gujarat Titans-Lucknow Super Giants game at the Wankhede stadium on March 28, 2022.

Yuvraj to play in Abu Dhabi T10 tournament

Yuvraj to play in Abu Dhabi T10 tournament

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

One of the reasons Yuvraj retired was that he wanted to play in leagues around the world and have "some fun". At the moment, the BCCI doesn't allow an active cricketer to take part in a foreign league.

I'm a finisher but I can bat through in tough situations: Shahrukh

I'm a finisher but I can bat through in tough situations: Shahrukh

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

'If I played that 5 balls in the end in the 20th over, we could've scored 20 runs more which would have been a tight game I guess'

Australian Wright joins Punjab Kings as bowling coach

Australian Wright joins Punjab Kings as bowling coach

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Damien Wright has worked with Australian Big Bash League sides Hobart Hurricanes and the Melbourne Stars and also served as the bowling coach of New Zealand team.

Why Afridi is the most misunderstood cricketer...

Why Afridi is the most misunderstood cricketer...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Former Zimbabwe captain and ex-England coach Andy Flower believes that Shahid Afridi's reputation in the media is 'misleading' and described the Pakistan skipper as an excellent leader.

ICC keeps tab as Afghanistan prepares for T20 WC

ICC keeps tab as Afghanistan prepares for T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

There were reports that the ICC could forbid Afghanistan from participating in the showpiece event if the team decides to play under the Taliban flag amid the ongoing turmoil in the country.

Flower should bridge gap with KP: Strauss

Flower should bridge gap with KP: Strauss

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

Former England captain Andrew Strauss feels that chief coach Andy Flower "genuinely has to want to bridge the gap" with comeback man Kevin Pietersen or else there will be some challenges for the visitors.

England secure coach Flower's future with new deal

England secure coach Flower's future with new deal

Rediff.com3 May 2011

English cricket officials secured the continuing presence of national coach Andy Flower after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Tuesday they had agreed a new contract with the Zimbabwean.

'Pietersen isn't the victim, it's the England cricket team that is'

'Pietersen isn't the victim, it's the England cricket team that is'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Andrew Strauss has said English cricket could be damaged by the "madness" surrounding the publication of Kevin Pietersen's autobiography.

'Cricket is bad politics...things change overnight'

'Cricket is bad politics...things change overnight'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

His anger at the English cricket administration and the then coach Andy Flower notwithstanding, Kevin Pietersen says he hasn't been too wise himself even though he is far from being the "villain" that he was made out to be before being sacked.

Gambhir's faith in Badoni pays off for LSG

Gambhir's faith in Badoni pays off for LSG

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

'Yes, there has been little struggle for three years, I did not get a chance from Delhi, because of which I enhanced my game, have tried new shots, learnt new shots and that has helped me in T20s.'

Gambhir back in IPL as Lucknow franchise's team mentor

Gambhir back in IPL as Lucknow franchise's team mentor

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir was on Saturday appointed mentor of the new Lucknow franchise for IPL 2022.

When Olonga 'bounced Tendulkar out' in Sharjah...

When Olonga 'bounced Tendulkar out' in Sharjah...

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Olonga wasn't a cricketing great, not even Zimbabwe's best during the golden era of the country's cricket, but the beaded hair, a slinging action and a mean bouncer to get Sachin Tendulkar out on a lifeless Sharjah track made him a household name in India.

My God, she's beautiful: Anderson on Stuart Broad in his book

My God, she's beautiful: Anderson on Stuart Broad in his book

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Anderson revealed this in his new book, 'Bowl. Sleep. Repeat.'

Gilchrist sets a new world record

Gilchrist sets a new world record

Rediff.com4 Jan 2005

We wanted Flower to play on: ZCU chief

We wanted Flower to play on: ZCU chief

Rediff.com1 May 2003

Peter Chingoka denied suggestions that Flower had faced the sack over human rights protests.

Crazy fans in Pakistan set for a dose of international cricket

Crazy fans in Pakistan set for a dose of international cricket

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

World XI captain Faf du Plessis on Monday said that their tour of Pakistan is not just about playing a series but way bigger than that where the crazy fans get a dose of top flight international cricket.

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Former England captain Andrew Strauss has stepped down from his position as director of cricket and will take up a more flexible role with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the 41-year-old announced on Wednesday.

'There are improvements to be made with regards to DRS'

'There are improvements to be made with regards to DRS'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

England coach Andy Flower allowed himself a rare smile after his side retained the Ashes but the decision review system is prompting headaches and he wants the authorities to sort it out.

Flower to step down as England coach after return Ashes series

Flower to step down as England coach after return Ashes series

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

England team director Andy Flower will reportedly step down from his post after the end of the return Ashes series starting in November in Australia.

Flower is contagiously sour, infectiously dour, claims Pietersen

Flower is contagiously sour, infectiously dour, claims Pietersen

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen claims Andy Flower was a power-crazy coach, who presided over a regime of bullying and 'had it in for me' throughout his five-year reign in charge of the national side.

Pietersen open to England return if ECB chief Giles quits

Pietersen open to England return if ECB chief Giles quits

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

As fanciful a scenario as it may seem but Kevin Pietersen says he could yet be open to the idea of coming out of retirement to play for England again if ECB boss Giles Clarke exits the scene.

Can India extend England's losing run in Test cricket?

Can India extend England's losing run in Test cricket?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

England aim to avoid a third consecutive series defeat and ease the pressure on captain Alastair Cook when they host India in a five-Test series for the first time since 1959, starting in Nottingham on Wednesday.

Cricket Buzz: Flower defends Cook captaincy

Cricket Buzz: Flower defends Cook captaincy

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Former England coach Andy Flower has launched an impassioned defence of Alastair Cook, describing the under-fire captain as a cricketer who has achieved extraordinary things for his country and still has plenty to offer.

Here is what Flower, Pietersen have to say about 'rift' in squad

Here is what Flower, Pietersen have to say about 'rift' in squad

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

England coach Andy Flower and senior batsman Kevin Pietersen moved quickly on Wednesday to dampen media speculation of a rift in the dressing room in the wake of the 5-0 Ashes humiliation in Australia.

Moores returns as England cricket coach

Moores returns as England cricket coach

Rediff.com19 Apr 2014

Peter Moores was named England coach for the second time on Saturday as the cricket board continued its overhaul following the humiliating 5-0 Ashes rout in Australia at the start of the year.

'The brutal truth is how England has played is not good enough'

'The brutal truth is how England has played is not good enough'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2014

England coach Andy Flower and captain Alastair Cook appear likely to retain their jobs despite the disastrous Ashes tour of Australia but batting coach Graham Gooch believes some sort of rebuilding process is inevitable.

Australia's Siddle says Trott troubles fair game

Australia's Siddle says Trott troubles fair game

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

Australia will leave no stone unturned to find ways of unsettling England during the Ashes, even if it involves raising the sensitive issue of Jonathan Trott's troubles out on the field.

No need for Ashes pow-wow over sledging: Lehmann

No need for Ashes pow-wow over sledging: Lehmann

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Australia coach Darren Lehmann has no plans to meet Andy Flower to defuse any lingering tension from the spiteful first Ashes Test in Brisbane and says the England team director needs to worry about his own players rather than his opponents.

Cricket Buzz: Mushtaq quits England coaching role to join Pakistan

Cricket Buzz: Mushtaq quits England coaching role to join Pakistan

Rediff.com12 May 2014

Former leg spinner Mushtaq Ahmed has left his role as England spin-bowling coach to take up a similar position with Pakistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board said on Monday.

Did dressing room trouble cause England's Ashes loss?

Did dressing room trouble cause England's Ashes loss?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

Dressing room disharmony was a major factor in England's 5-0 Ashes drubbing in Australia, according to former Test spin bowler Phil Tufnell.

Champions Trophy Stats: Sangakkara is leading run-getter for Sri Lanka

Champions Trophy Stats: Sangakkara is leading run-getter for Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Statistical highlights of the Champions Trophy Group A match between England and Sri Lanka in Birmingham.

Kevin Pietersen rules out retirement, determined to win Ashes back

Kevin Pietersen rules out retirement, determined to win Ashes back

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

England batsman Kevin Pietersen has ruled out retirement in the wake of the 5-0 Ashes thrashing by Australia and wants to help regain the urn when they host the series in 2015.

England coach Flower asks ICC to change light rules

England coach Flower asks ICC to change light rules

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

England coach Andy Flower has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) to change the regulations regarding bad light after his side narrowly missed out on a dramatic victory in the final Ashes Test on Sunday.

Booooom, tweets thrilled KP on India selection

Booooom, tweets thrilled KP on India selection

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

England's Kevin Pietersen expressed thanks through Twitter after being picked for England's tour of India.

Flower, Pietersen crucial to England's success: Lee

Flower, Pietersen crucial to England's success: Lee

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Australian pace legend Brett Lee has reportedly backed England coach Andy Flower and batsman Kevin Pietersen, saying both are crucial for the nation's success.

'Alastair Cook's captaincy has been excellent'

'Alastair Cook's captaincy has been excellent'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

England coach Andy Flower is not willing to experiment with his line-up too much for next week's final Ashes Test against Australia even though the hosts have already wrapped up the five-match series 3-0.

KP impresses Flower, set to be offered full contract

KP impresses Flower, set to be offered full contract

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

Kevin Pietersen is set to be offered a full central contract by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) after team director Andy Flower was impressed by the right-hander's on and off-field behaviour and contribution in the historic Test series win in India.

Playing Moneyball With The IPL?

Playing Moneyball With The IPL?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

'Did the Moneyball philosophy get redefined in the domain of the cash-rich IPL, which has become an integral part of the cricketing ecosystem?' asks Atanu Biswas.