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Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Andre Russell was denied a winning farewell as Josh Inglis and Cameron Green smashed unbeaten half-centuries to secure Australia's eight-wicket victory

T20 World Cup: Pathum Nissanka: Groundsman's Son To T20 World Cup Hero

T20 World Cup: Pathum Nissanka: Groundsman's Son To T20 World Cup Hero

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Pathum Nissanka's journey from a tsunami-hit childhood in Kalutara to a match-winning T20 World Cup century is a story of sacrifice, faith and fearless batting against Australia.

Cricket Australia to review failed Ashes campaign

Cricket Australia to review failed Ashes campaign

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

Australian cricket will undergo a thorough review of all facets of its game in the wake of the humiliating 3-1 Ashes drubbing, Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland said on Friday.

'WC title will revolutionise women's cricket in India'

'WC title will revolutionise women's cricket in India'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

From travelling in unreserved coaches to cusp of history, Indian women's cricket set to turn a page

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Sahibzada Farhan of Pakistan and Arundhati Reddy of India have been named the ICC Players of the Month for February, recognising their outstanding performances in T20 cricket.

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started working on an alternate plan as serious doubts have arisen over Afghanistan's participation in an upcoming T20 Tri-Series amid military conflict between the two countries.

'They have given their life to Indian cricket'

'They have given their life to Indian cricket'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Dhumal believes 'Ro-Ko' is here to stay in the 50-over format and also appreciated Hitman Rohit's batting masterclass in the recently concluded three-match ODI series against Australia, during which he was awarded the Player of the Series.

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan to lead SRH in Pat Cummins' absence; Abhishek Sharma named vice-captain

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan to lead SRH in Pat Cummins' absence; Abhishek Sharma named vice-captain

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Australia's white-ball captain Pat Cummins will miss the opening matches of IPL 2026 due to a back injury, forcing Sunrisers Hyderabad to appoint a temporary leader. India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will take charge in his absence, with Abhishek Sharma named vice-captain.

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.

Green's bowling return fails as KKR slump continues

Green's bowling return fails as KKR slump continues

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Cameron Green took an early wicket on his bowling return, but an expensive late over helped LSG chase 182 and extend KKR's winless run.

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Australia head coach and selector Andrew McDonald has confirmed Usman Khawaja will play in the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground amid media speculation it could be his last international.

BCCI backs Cricket Australia over rights stance

BCCI backs Cricket Australia over rights stance

Rediff.com12 Nov 2007

Secretary Niranjan Shah said the BCCI could, like Cricket Australia, demand payment for the right to distribute photographs for future domestic Test series.

Outrageous to question Smith's integrity: Cricket Australia

Outrageous to question Smith's integrity: Cricket Australia

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Firmly backing Steve Smith, Cricket Australia said questioning his integrity is 'outrageous' and there was no 'ill-intent' in the captain's move of seeking the help of the dressing room when deciding whether to review a decision during the second Test against India.

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'It is the biggest stage and it is the brightest lights. It is a series that could define teams, the people and players within it.'

After scaring England, Nepal skipper Paudel appeals for more T20Is

After scaring England, Nepal skipper Paudel appeals for more T20Is

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Nepal's captain Rohit Paudel has emphasized the need for increased international cricket engagements for his team following their narrow defeat against England in the T20 World Cup. He believes regular exposure to top teams is crucial for the development of Nepali cricket.

Green warns Australia against complacency despite Ashes lead

Green warns Australia against complacency despite Ashes lead

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

England's fightback to draw the last Ashes series 2-2 is a useful reminder to Australia that they cannot afford to take their foot off the gas with a 2-0 lead this time around, Cameron Green said on Sunday.

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge discusses his conversations with MS Dhoni about the role of a finisher in cricket, his experiences with Mumbai, and his expectations for the upcoming IPL season with PBKS.

Cricket Australia, players heading for showdown

Cricket Australia, players heading for showdown

Rediff.com21 Dec 2003

The Australian Cricketers' Association is looking at players' claims that they are being pushed too much into doing the sponsors' bit for CA.

Cricket Australia gives Dhoni a rare honour

Cricket Australia gives Dhoni a rare honour

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Kohli, Dhoni named captains of Test and ODI team of the decade by Aussie website

Cricket Australia concerned over team's image

Cricket Australia concerned over team's image

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

Cricket Australia's (CA) recent research says that the team's image is sound, yet something is going wrong.

England reeling; Cummins, Lyon tighten Australia's Ashes grip

England reeling; Cummins, Lyon tighten Australia's Ashes grip

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Chasing a world record 435 runs to win, England were reduced to 207 for six at stumps on Day 4 of the third Test, still 228 runs short of victory

Richardson set for Ashes recall as Cummins likely to rest

Richardson set for Ashes recall as Cummins likely to rest

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Richardson has, so far, played three Test matches since making his debut in 2018-19. The pacer has picked up 11 wickets at an average of 22.09.

Head released from Aus T20 squad

Head released from Aus T20 squad

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The T20 series is tied at 1-1 ahead of the fourth match on the Gold Coast on Thursday, with the series-opener in Canberra washed out by rain.

Rohit trains with Nayar ahead of Australia tour

Rohit trains with Nayar ahead of Australia tour

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Mumbai cricketer Angkrish Raghuvanshi and a few other local players were present at the training when Rohit had two batting nets session at the All Heart Cricket Academy.

Ben Stokes undergoes successful eye surgery

Ben Stokes undergoes successful eye surgery

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

England Test captain Ben Stokes has successfully undergone surgery on his injured right eye after being struck by a cricket ball.

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledges India's batting struggles in the ODI series against Australia after consecutive defeats. Australia's Alyssa Healy praises young players Voll and Litchfield for their outstanding performance.

Australia jolted as Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes

Australia jolted as Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'We thought he'd play a huge part in the series. But really feel for him that he won't get that opportunity.'

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.

'Love to see Kohli, Rohit play domestic cricket'

'Love to see Kohli, Rohit play domestic cricket'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Play domestic cricket to maintain fitness, Jagdale advises Kohli and Rohit

India deaf cricketers triumph over Australia

India deaf cricketers triumph over Australia

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

India defeated Australia by seven wickets in the final to win the T20I Tri-series for the Deaf.

Samson, Bumrah Nominated For ICC Player Of Month Award

Samson, Bumrah Nominated For ICC Player Of Month Award

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah, who played a key role in India's T20 World Cup triumph, have been shortlisted for the ICC men's Player of the Month award for March 2026.

IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya And Cooper Connolly's Explosive Knocks Help Punjab Kings Demolish LSG

IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya And Cooper Connolly's Explosive Knocks Help Punjab Kings Demolish LSG

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly smashed entertaining half-centuries as Punjab Kings overpowered Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in the IPL 2026 match in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, on Sunday.

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Calling it "the destruction of Test cricket", former India spinner Harbhajan Singh says under-prepared and excessively bowler-friendly surfaces like the one used at Eden Gardens, prevent the genuine development of players.

End of an era? Rohit, Kohli unsure of return to Australia

End of an era? Rohit, Kohli unsure of return to Australia

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit a magnificent 121, while Virat Kohli stroked 74 in India's emphatic nine-wicket victory against Australia in Sydney.

2025 Best Test XI: Gill, Rahul, Bumrah In

2025 Best Test XI: Gill, Rahul, Bumrah In

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Temba Bavuma, who led South Africa to their maiden ICC World Test Championship title and a historic 2-0 series sweep in India, also made the cut, while four Australian players were included.

'Powerplay key in Australia; Bumrah's role crucial': Suryakumar

'Powerplay key in Australia; Bumrah's role crucial': Suryakumar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said that Powerplay overs will be crucial in the five-match T20 International series against Australia.

Three T20 World Cup titles, total domination: India's T20 dynasty begins

Three T20 World Cup titles, total domination: India's T20 dynasty begins

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India's recent T20 World Cup victory signals a new era of dominance in the format, driven by strategic gameplay, exceptional talent, and the financial power of the BCCI, while other teams struggle to compete.

Pakistan Super League grapples with player withdrawals amid IPL lure

Pakistan Super League grapples with player withdrawals amid IPL lure

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing logistical and contractual challenges as several overseas players withdraw to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which offers more lucrative contracts. The PCB is considering actions against players breaching contracts but fears deterring future talent.