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How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Rohit Sharma's career has been a mix of brilliant moments and inconsistencies. While his Test record may not be impressive, his white-ball dominance and leadership qualities make him a legend.

Why Shubman Gill? Nehra spills the beans on GT captaincy

Why Shubman Gill? Nehra spills the beans on GT captaincy

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Tough to replace Pandya, but Gill is right person for GT captaincy: Nehra

Torrent Group acquires majority stake in Gujarat Titans

Torrent Group acquires majority stake in Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Healthcare and energy conglomerate Torrent Group has acquired majority stake in IPL franchise Gujarat Titans.

In Numbers: Dhoni's CSK Hits New Low

In Numbers: Dhoni's CSK Hits New Low

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

The 8-wicket loss to KKR was their biggest defeat margin in terms of balls remaining (59 balls), surpassing the loss against Mumbai Indians (46 balls) in Sharjah in 2020.

Big shake-up at Rajasthan Royals before IPL kickoff

Big shake-up at Rajasthan Royals before IPL kickoff

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Rising star Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals in the first three IPL games, as regular captain Sanju Samson will be playing as a specialist batter cum Impact Substitute.

Burden of captaincy affecting Shubman Gill's batting?

Burden of captaincy affecting Shubman Gill's batting?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Shubman Gill's usual consistency has been missing in IPL 2024.

'Abhi Hum Koi Retire Nahi Ho Rahe'

'Abhi Hum Koi Retire Nahi Ho Rahe'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

This Champions Trophy victory further solidifies Rohit and Kohli's legendary status, with both players now boasting four ICC titles each.

SKY ditches captaincy 'luggage' for match-winning knock

SKY ditches captaincy 'luggage' for match-winning knock

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Surya made his senior India captaincy debut with a two-wicket victory over Australia in the first T20 International in Visakhapatnam

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be 'complacent or relax' if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket.

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Rediff.com12 May 2025

As he closes the most revered chapter of his career, here are some of his best Test knocks:

Arshdeep opens up on his rise as match-winner

Arshdeep opens up on his rise as match-winner

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Arshdeep Singh, the left-arm seamer who has become a death-overs specialist for Punjab Kings in the IPL, credits constructive self-criticism and continuous improvement for his success.

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni doesn't have a magic wand and can't change the fortunes of Chennai Super Kings overnight, head coach Stephen Fleming said on Sunday.

Dhoni's t-shirt sparks retirement speculation

Dhoni's t-shirt sparks retirement speculation

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Dhoni was spotted wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with Morse code.

Why did Delhi 'relieve' Yash Dhull from captaincy duties?

Why did Delhi 'relieve' Yash Dhull from captaincy duties?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Yash Dhull was on Monday removed as Delhi captain, hours after the team suffered a heavy defeat against Puducherry in their Ranji Trophy opening match.

'A landmark moment for Indian cricket!'

'A landmark moment for Indian cricket!'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

BCCI lauds Team India's incredible run at the ICC Champions Trophy

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Mullanpur on Sunday

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Harbhajan, however, felt the current crop of spinners lack aggression.

Onus on CSK batters against LSG to end losing streak

Onus on CSK batters against LSG to end losing streak

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings have never experienced a worse phase in the Indian Premier League and their faltering batters will have to deliver to arrest their steep slide in a must-win game against an upbeat Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Monday.

Sunil Narine's one secret that changed Kuldeep's career

Sunil Narine's one secret that changed Kuldeep's career

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

I learned a lot from Sunil Narine when I was with KKR: Kuldeep Yadav

U-23 'Irani Cup': IPL star to lead Rest of India vs Punjab

U-23 'Irani Cup': IPL star to lead Rest of India vs Punjab

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Rizvi will be representing Delhi Capitals this season.

Pant Vs Jaiswal: BCCI Split On Next Test Captain

Pant Vs Jaiswal: BCCI Split On Next Test Captain

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

India might move away from having three different captains for three formats. Instead, the selectors are leaning towards a structure similar to Australia's, where Pat Cummins leads the Test and ODI teams while being supported by a strong vice-captain.

SRH's batting woes: Time for a rethink, says Cummins

SRH's batting woes: Time for a rethink, says Cummins

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins said his hard hitting batters might need to alter their approach after three consecutive defeats.

Gambhir will be a big miss: Narine

Gambhir will be a big miss: Narine

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Despite the leadership changes, KKR have retained key players, including Venkatesh Iyer, who has been re-signed at a huge price of Rs 23.75-crore and named the team's vice-captain.

A Cricket Legend Turns 80

A Cricket Legend Turns 80

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Has there existed another cricketer who has been hailed as a spinner, fielder, captain, umpire, selector, and above all, a consummate team man, asks K R Nayar.

IPL: Woeful and winless, CSK face plucky Punjab

IPL: Woeful and winless, CSK face plucky Punjab

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

With Mahendra Singh Dhoni being the same player and no one to "bell the cat", CSK are in unusual mess with a mis-firing top-order where the skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has had to give up his opening slot.

Rahul's Payback: Statement Knock And A Cold Handshake

Rahul's Payback: Statement Knock And A Cold Handshake

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Goenka approached Rahul after the match to congratulate, only to receive what looked like a cold, disinterested handshake. No words, no eye contact. Just quiet closure and a telling payback.

Vice-Captain To Sidelines: What's Next for Gill?

Vice-Captain To Sidelines: What's Next for Gill?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Shubman Gill's position in the Indian cricket team has become a topic of discussion.

CSK Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? Vote!

CSK Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Rajat Patidar starred for RCB with a quickfire half-century, while Phil Salt and Tim David provided the fireworks.

Rohit's Form Dips, SRH's Batters Flop!

Rohit's Form Dips, SRH's Batters Flop!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

As IPL 2025 enters a crucial phase, both Rohit Sharma and SRH's misfiring stars are running out of time and excuses.

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Cong reprimands spokesperson for 'fat Rohit Sharma' post

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In her now-deleted post, Mohamed said Sharma is "fat for a sportsman". "Need to lose weight! And of course the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!" she said.

Zaheer's Aussie Mission: Pant As LSG Cap

Zaheer's Aussie Mission: Pant As LSG Cap

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

LSG Team Mentor Zaheer Khan has flown to Australia to discuss with Rishabh Pant about taking over the captaincy for IPL 2025.

'The dynamics have changed but the skill set remains the same'

'The dynamics have changed but the skill set remains the same'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'After 1980, our last and eighth gold medal in the Olympics, the game changed drastically when astro-turf was introduced.'

'If he is hearing me': Ganguly's challenge to Rohit

'If he is hearing me': Ganguly's challenge to Rohit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Sourav Ganguly stressed the need for India to discover their form in England and backed skipper Rohit Sharma to lead the turnaround.

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Jos Buttler joins greats Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara as players who failed to translate their many individual triumphs into success as captains.

Will Rahane Lead KKR In IPL 2025?

Will Rahane Lead KKR In IPL 2025?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'At the moment it's 90% confirmed that Ajinkya will be the new KKR captain. He was bought by KKR specifically for the purpose of being a viable captaincy option.'

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

'Nobody has won the IPL trophy on the auction table'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Arvinder and the franchise feel satisfied with the troops assembled before the tournament, just like in 2022.

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

'We could have done the basics right': Pant slams LSG's bowlers

'We could have done the basics right': Pant slams LSG's bowlers

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant believes his bowlers could have done the basics better at the back end as the target of 210 was defendable.

India's Next Test Captain: The Choice Is Clear?

India's Next Test Captain: The Choice Is Clear?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Bumrah's exclusion wasn't solely about workload management-his leadership potential played a crucial role in the decision. The BCCI has all but finalised him as India's next Test captain.