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'We kept it simple and the pitch did the rest for us'

'We kept it simple and the pitch did the rest for us'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma said India can take pride in their performance after defeating South Africa inside two days of the 2nd Test at Newlands in Cape Town on Thursday.

Thakur injured during net practice

Thakur injured during net practice

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Thakur, who was the first player to enter the throwdown nets, was hit on the left shoulder while facing throwdowns from batting coach Vikram Rathour.

Shami races against time to be fit for SA Tests

Shami races against time to be fit for SA Tests

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

They are scheduled to fly out to Johannesburg on Friday.

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months. They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.

'Jurel is an absolute match-winner' in the short format'

'Jurel is an absolute match-winner' in the short format'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Former Sri Lanka cricketer and current Rajasthan Royals coach and Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara expressed happiness on wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel earning the India call-up for the Test series against England at home, saying that the player understands pressure well and has a fine work ethic.

Vote! Can bowlers grab quick wickets?

Vote! Can bowlers grab quick wickets?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

The third and final India-South Africa Test began at Cape Town on Tuesday.

Carlsen launches Freestyle tour, India first on list

Carlsen launches Freestyle tour, India first on list

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Chess great Magnus Carlsen is launching a world Freestyle Chess tour as the variant of the game, also known as Chess960, is gaining in popularity, the world number one announced on Friday.

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Dean Elgar's decision backfired as South Africa were bundled out for 55 in their first innings.

What Happened After India-Pakistan Game

What Happened After India-Pakistan Game

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Brilliant camaraderie was witnessed between the players of the two teams.

What ails Gill's batting in Test cricket...

What ails Gill's batting in Test cricket...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

He has scored 994 runs in 35 innings at an average of 31.06. However, his statistics suggest his struggle against red-ball giants like New Zealand, England and now South Africa.

Jadeja's comeback boosts hopes for second Test

Jadeja's comeback boosts hopes for second Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Jadeja missed the opening Test match after complaining of 'upper back spasm' during the morning of the first day at the Supersport Park.

When The World Fell In Love

When The World Fell In Love

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Here's looking at how the world celebrated the day of love!

India to commence SA tour with Boxing Day Test

India to commence SA tour with Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

South Africa confirm updated India itinerary.

Australia are World No 1 Test team

Australia are World No 1 Test team

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

In the previous update, India had more points in their kitty despite being tied with Australia at 118 rating points each.

'Watch me when I get back': Jaishankar on Rahul's remarks abroad

'Watch me when I get back': Jaishankar on Rahul's remarks abroad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Jaishankar said that he can talk for himself and does not do politics while travelling abroad.

SA T20 Auctions: IPL teams spend big, Stubbs biggest buy

SA T20 Auctions: IPL teams spend big, Stubbs biggest buy

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Four franchises were involved in a bidding war with MI Cape Town making the initial move followed by Paarl Royals. However, towards the end it was Johannesburg Super Kings and Sunrisers Eastern Cape, who fought tooth and nail before the latter made a winning bid of R 9.2 million.

'Mental shift' turned things around in 2nd Test: KL Rahul

'Mental shift' turned things around in 2nd Test: KL Rahul

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

India didn't have "extra fire" in the lost opening Test against South Africa but a "mental shift" turned things around, said KL Rahul after the visitors won the second game to level the two-match rubber in Cape Town.

Kohli holds the key to India's triumph in SA Tests

Kohli holds the key to India's triumph in SA Tests

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Kohli is a massive player, will play major role in Test series: Kallis

Kohli back in top 10 of ICC Test rankings

Kohli back in top 10 of ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli advanced four slots to ninth position after scores of 38 and 76 in the first Test against South Africa.

Block it out, it's all irrelevant: Smith on Hardik facing boos

Block it out, it's all irrelevant: Smith on Hardik facing boos

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Australian star batter Steve Smith has advised Hardik Pandya to simply "block out" the constant jeers and boos the new Mumbai Indians skipper is receiving from spectators at the IPL so far, as they are "all irrelevant".

Here's the update on Kohli, Siraj injuries

Here's the update on Kohli, Siraj injuries

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Head coach Rahul Dravid too provided an update on Kohli's fitness at the media interaction.

Team India's Worst Collapses In Tests

Team India's Worst Collapses In Tests

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Epic Indian batting collapses in Tests.

'India one of the best travelling teams at present'

'India one of the best travelling teams at present'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin said India have produced excellent results, especially in Test cricket, around the world in the last few years.

How skipper Rohit Sharma helped Jaiswal through a 'challenging' series

How skipper Rohit Sharma helped Jaiswal through a 'challenging' series

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal has no qualms in admitting that the South Africa series was a challenging one and said it was India skipper Rohit Sharma, who helped him maintain a positive mindset.

South Africa captain Elgar confident of defending '100'

South Africa captain Elgar confident of defending '100'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

South Africa will fancy their chances of victory if they can set India a target of 100 or more.

How 'fantastic' Bumrah has taken the pitch out of equation

How 'fantastic' Bumrah has taken the pitch out of equation

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

With his unconventional action, toe-crushing yorkers and disconcerting pace, India's Jasprit Bumrah has taken the pitch out of equation on his way to acquiring legendary status, says fast-bowling great Dale Steyn.

Women's T20 WC: India to face Pakistan on Feb 12

Women's T20 WC: India to face Pakistan on Feb 12

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Indian women's team will kickstart their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan.

Gill is playing too aggressively in Test cricket: Gavaskar

Gill is playing too aggressively in Test cricket: Gavaskar

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Gavaskar hoped that Gill would find his range sooner than later.

India's tour of South Africa in doubt over new COVID variant?

India's tour of South Africa in doubt over new COVID variant?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

The new COVID-19 variant, which threatens to wreak havoc in South Africa, has led to considerable concerns about India's tour of the Rainbow Nation next month and there could be changes in the quarantine rules for players in the coming days.

'Kohli spat at me, apologised after AB de Villiers confronted him'

'Kohli spat at me, apologised after AB de Villiers confronted him'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Former South Africa skipper Dean Elgar has claimed that star India batter Virat Kohli "spat at him" during a Test match and apologised two years later after being confronted by his Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate AB de Villiers.

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'It's been a slow moving car crash up to now and now it's kind of like, bang -- impact has been made.'

How does Livingstone balance playing for leagues and English white-ball commitments?

How does Livingstone balance playing for leagues and English white-ball commitments?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

He is an acclaimed T20 freelancer but white ball commitments for England is still a priority for Liam Livingstone, one of the world's most destructive batters in the shortest format.

Will aggressive Warner make a good coach?

Will aggressive Warner make a good coach?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

David Warner has expressed his ambition to take up coaching in future.

PHOTOS: Siraj's Six To Savour!

PHOTOS: Siraj's Six To Savour!

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Mohammed Siraj's 6/15 is the third best bowling figures by an Indian bowler in South Africa.

T20 WC selection headache for India: Agarkar likely to speak to Rohit, Kohli

T20 WC selection headache for India: Agarkar likely to speak to Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will have some sleepless nights before selecting the squad for T20s against Afghanistan with veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli keen to play the World Cup in June.

What To Expect From Khatron Ke Khiladi 13

What To Expect From Khatron Ke Khiladi 13

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 will premiere on July 15 on Colors TV.

Focus on pacers as Rohit seeks redemption in second Test

Focus on pacers as Rohit seeks redemption in second Test

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

A desperate India seek to restore parity against South Africa and remain consequential in the World Test Championship.

Women's T20 World Cup 2024: India among eight direct qualifiers

Women's T20 World Cup 2024: India among eight direct qualifiers

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Following their semifinal finish in the recently-concluded Women's T20 World Cup, India earned a direct qualification to the 2014 edition.

Win in Wanderers step in right direction: Dean Elgar

Win in Wanderers step in right direction: Dean Elgar

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

The win at Wanderers against India is a move in the right direction for the South Africa team, according to skipper Dean Elgar, who revealed that while there is room for improvement, the hosts won't be tinkering with their game plan heading into the final Test.

Aishwarya Sharma's Spunky Dressing

Aishwarya Sharma's Spunky Dressing

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

She got a wardrobe full of khatru laid-back holiday looks.