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LSG Sends Pace Trio To SA20

LSG Sends Pace Trio To SA20

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

According to Cricbuzz, the franchise has received clearance from the BCCI to release the trio, as none of them are involved in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.

'I didn't believe that I would be able to play cricket again'

'I didn't believe that I would be able to play cricket again'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Chetan Sakariya has taken a small step in his comeback trail, appearing for Saurashtra in the ongoing domestic season, a first for him since February 2024.

How Dhoni's Advice Kept Siraj Going

How Dhoni's Advice Kept Siraj Going

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'When I joined the India team, M S Dhoni had told me, "Kisi ki baaton mein nahin aana. Jab tu acha karega, toh poori duniya tumhare saath rahegi, aur jab kharaab karega, yahi duniya tujhe gaali degi".'

Not picking and choosing! Truth behind Bumrah's absence

Not picking and choosing! Truth behind Bumrah's absence

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

India's call to rest Jasprit Bumrah for the winner-takes-all fifth Test at The Oval was always going to divide opinion.

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun will conduct a specialised 14-day training program for Sri Lankan cricketers across men's and women's junior and senior teams as well as coaches from June 2.

Virat preferred training in nets over practice matches: Arun

Virat preferred training in nets over practice matches: Arun

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'The fact is he always needed a challenge. That's what got him going.'

Kuldeep tipped as India's secret weapon in England

Kuldeep tipped as India's secret weapon in England

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Arun couldn't help drawing comparisons with some of the greats of the game, stressing that wrist spin has always been a part of the sport.

The biryani showdown that saved India from whitewash

The biryani showdown that saved India from whitewash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Mohammed Shami's fiery spell at Johannesburg in 2018 wasn't just about swing and seam-it was fuelled by biryani, banter, and a well-timed provocation from head coach Ravi Shastri.

Ex-WI coach Gibson joins Kolkata Knight Riders

Ex-WI coach Gibson joins Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed experienced West Indian Ottis Gibson as their assistant coach ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Is Nehra IPL 2025's Best Coach?

Is Nehra IPL 2025's Best Coach?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

In an era dominated by analytics and rigid strategies, Ashish Nehra blends old-school instinct with modern know-how to stunning effect.
His infectious energy, keen eye for detail, and exceptional man-management have turned the Gujarat Titans into one of the IPL's most consistent and formidable teams.

'Kohli Gave Indian Cricket Belief'

'Kohli Gave Indian Cricket Belief'

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'As a captain and a player, he never played for a draw, he always wanted to win.'

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

KKR's game plan against RR revealed!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are not too worried about their opening match defeat in the Indian Premier League and are hoping to bounce back in their clash against Rajasthan Royals.

Why Shastri wanted Bharat Arun as bowling coach

Why Shastri wanted Bharat Arun as bowling coach

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

As the newly-appointed head coach Ravi Shastri spells out why he was so desperate to have Bharat Arun as part of his support staff, Rediff.com's Harish Kotian listens in.

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have begun their pre-season preparations with a week-long domestic players' training stint in Mumbai, ahead of their main camp in Kolkata starting March 12 at Eden Gardens. The Mumbai camp, running from February 21-28, features nine domestic players, including Venkatesh Iyer, who was re-signed by KKR for a staggering Rs 23.75 crore after being released, making him the third most expensive player in the IPL auction.

Rana May Be Too Hot For Aussies To Handle

Rana May Be Too Hot For Aussies To Handle

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

'He is a tall bowler and he will be able to generate bounce.' 'What goes in his favour is also his ability to get movement.'

How Siraj Rediscovered His Love For Bowling

How Siraj Rediscovered His Love For Bowling

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'Jassibhai told me "Don't run after wickets, just keep bowling consistently in one area and enjoy your bowling".'

Short break between IPL, T20 World Cup could have helped: Bharat Arun

Short break between IPL, T20 World Cup could have helped: Bharat Arun

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

India bowling coach Bharat Arun on Sunday said that the toss is playing a very big role in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, and the team chasing is having an undue advantage as bowling with the wet ball is really tough in the second innings.

Tough times don't last: SRK's heartfelt note to his 'champs'

Tough times don't last: SRK's heartfelt note to his 'champs'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The 58-year-old actor gave a shout-out to KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir, assistant coach Abhishek Nayar and head coach Chandrakant Pandit. He also mentioned KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer and support staff Ryan ten Doeschate, Bharat Arun, Carl Crowe, and Nathan Leamon in the post.

Vyshak's dream comes true: From overweight to Team India

Vyshak's dream comes true: From overweight to Team India

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Vyshak was also fortunate to get guidance from former India and Karnataka pacer Abhimanyu Mithun during his initial days with the state Ranji Trophy team during the 2021-22 season.

'Matter of time before Starc returns to his elements'

'Matter of time before Starc returns to his elements'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Mitchell Starc has not lived up to his astronomical price tag so far in the IPL but Kolkata Knight Riders bowling coach Bharat Arun on Tuesday backed the Australia left-arm pacer, saying it's just a "matter of time" before he hits his stride.

Bharat Arun tight-lipped about Ashwin playing 4th Test

Bharat Arun tight-lipped about Ashwin playing 4th Test

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

India's bowling coach Bharath Arun said that English batsmen are "wary of Ravichandran Ashwin's abilities" on tracks with "assistance" but a call on the senior off-spinner's inclusion will only be taken on Thursday morning ahead of the fourth Test.

IPL 2024 Final: 'Starc the best bowler in the world'

IPL 2024 Final: 'Starc the best bowler in the world'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Bharat Arun singled out pacers Harshit Rana and Mitchell Starc for their crucial contributions in KKR's title triumph.

KKR players doff hat to Gambhir, Nayar after title triumph

KKR players doff hat to Gambhir, Nayar after title triumph

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The likes of Andre Russell and Harshit Rana found it tough to describe the feeling of being IPL champions, even as they praised Nayar.

IPL: KKR bowling coach lays emphasis on bench strength

IPL: KKR bowling coach lays emphasis on bench strength

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Meanwhile, the IPL 2022 Player Auction list was revealed on Tuesday with a total of 590 cricketers set to go under the hammer during the two-day mega auction.

'Ashwin's body was used like a dart board by Hazlewood and Cummins'

'Ashwin's body was used like a dart board by Hazlewood and Cummins'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

As Ravichandran Ashwin achieved the milestone 100th Test in Mohali, everyone had their lists of his best bowling feats. But Ashwin's finest cricketing moment was probably when he and Hanuma Vihari battled inhuman injury to draw the Sydney Test against Australia after India were bowled out for 36 in the first Test at Adelaide.

IPL: KKR rope in ex-India bowling coach Arun

IPL: KKR rope in ex-India bowling coach Arun

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Bharat Arun was the bowling coach of the Indian team under Ravi Shastri.

Excited to go with three mystery spinners against Titans: Arun

Excited to go with three mystery spinners against Titans: Arun

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

Following their crushing win over RCB, Kolkata Knight Riders are excited to play three mystery spinners against Gujarat Titans in their next IPL encounter.

Bloody frustrating these isolation rules, says Shastri

Bloody frustrating these isolation rules, says Shastri

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

India head coach Ravi Shastri on Saturday expressed his disappointment at 10-day isolation rules for anyone who comes in contact of a COVID-19 positive person as it happened with bowling coach Bharat Arun.

IPL 2023: Where struggling KKR need to improve

IPL 2023: Where struggling KKR need to improve

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

KKR bowling Bharat Arun said they have to improve their batting and bowling in the first six overs of Powerplay.

'Excited to meet all cricketers whom I've seen on TV'

'Excited to meet all cricketers whom I've seen on TV'

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Nagwaswalla mighty impressed with the way the Indian team played and won in Australia and he just can't wait to see the senior players in flesh and bone

How a plan hatched in July paid off against Smith, Labuschagne

How a plan hatched in July paid off against Smith, Labuschagne

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Plan to take off-side out of Australians was hatched in July, reveals India bowling coach Bharat Arun.

IPL: Delhi Capitals set to release Shardul, Seifert among others

IPL: Delhi Capitals set to release Shardul, Seifert among others

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Doeschate returns as KKR fielding coach

Jadeja returns to team, celebrates birthday

Jadeja returns to team, celebrates birthday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav and bowling coach Bharat Arun celebrated their birthdays together .

India Head Coach Shastri tests positive for COVID-19

India Head Coach Shastri tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

Three others of Team India support staff to remain in isolation.

'Your contribution will be remembered in Indian cricket history'

'Your contribution will be remembered in Indian cricket history'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

India captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday thanked the team's outgoing head coach Ravi Shastri and other members of the support staff, whose tenure ended at the T20 World Cup, lauding them for their contribution in preparing a formidable outfit.

'We will do anything for Shami'

'We will do anything for Shami'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

'I don't think Shami had any doubts that Ravi would stick by his word, but to see the head coach move heaven and earth to ensure his best interests were taken care of at a difficult time must have made a massive impact on him.' A fascinating excerpt from R Sridhar's must-read book Coaching Beyond: My Days with the Indian Cricket Team.

A Relieved Shreyas!

A Relieved Shreyas!

Rediff.com3 May 2022

On Monday, May 2, 2022, the Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing run at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

Watch: Coaches' day out at Bob Marley museum

Watch: Coaches' day out at Bob Marley museum

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Ravi Shastri, along with his bowling coach Bharat Arun and fielding coach R. Sridhar, paid a visit to music legend and reggae star Bob Marley's Museum

Ashwin peerless in Tests but has competition in T20s: Muralitharan

Ashwin peerless in Tests but has competition in T20s: Muralitharan

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Sri Lankan bowling great Muttiah Muralitharan says the quality and depth in Indian cricket's white ball eco-system is so good that the country has created an unimaginable talent pool in T20 format.

Thakur impresses on comeback in T20Is

Thakur impresses on comeback in T20Is

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Back in India fold after nearly two years, the young Mumbai bowler credits India bowling coach Bharat Arun and the IPL for making him a better bowler in T20 cricket.