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Pant or Rahul? India face ODI captaincy conundrum

Pant or Rahul? India face ODI captaincy conundrum

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Gill may miss ODI series due to unhealed neck injury; Rahul, Pant in line for ODI captaincy

Delhi Capitals Await Mitchell Starc's Return In IPL 2026

Delhi Capitals Await Mitchell Starc's Return In IPL 2026

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel emphasises the importance of Mitchell Starc joining the squad, highlighting his experience and skill as crucial for their IPL 2026 campaign.

IPL 2026: Are Mumbai Indians Jinxed Or Stuck In A Rot?

IPL 2026: Are Mumbai Indians Jinxed Or Stuck In A Rot?

Rediff.com1 May 2026

It has now reached a stage where MI is a team living on its past glory with ageing stars. The game has moved on -- faster, younger and more fearless.

IPL 2026: How Shreyas Iyer Is Driving PBKS' Surge

IPL 2026: How Shreyas Iyer Is Driving PBKS' Surge

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

His ability to bat according to the demands of the situation makes him special among specialist batters.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Srikkanth Tells Hardik: Let Surya Lead Mumbai Indians

Srikkanth Tells Hardik: Let Surya Lead Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

'Hardik Pandya is a good captain. But they have two T20 World Cup-winning captains playing under him now.'

IPL 2026: Poor run? Riyan Parag still has coach's full backing

IPL 2026: Poor run? Riyan Parag still has coach's full backing

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals batting coach Vikram Rathour expresses confidence in skipper Riyan Parag's ability to overcome his current lean patch in the IPL 2024 season.

Head Coach Sangakkara Concerned By Rajasthan Royals' Conduct

Head Coach Sangakkara Concerned By Rajasthan Royals' Conduct

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara has expressed concern over recent off-field incidents involving team members, including captain Riyan Parag, and stressed the importance of maintaining a positive team culture.

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

IPL 2026: Playoff race intensifies as GT host SRH

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans prepare for a critical IPL showdown that could prove pivotal in shaping the playoff race.

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Under Rohit Sharma, India won the 2018 and 2023 ODI Asia Cup, runners-up position in the 2023 World Cup at home and triumphed in the the ICC Champions Trophy in March.

Captaincy curse? SKY's poor run continues in Asia Cup

Captaincy curse? SKY's poor run continues in Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's downturn since donning the India skipper's hat continued, after he orchestrated a rustic knock against Sri Lanka in the Super Fours fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday.

IPL 2026: 'Don't need to answer critics': Parag fires back

IPL 2026: 'Don't need to answer critics': Parag fires back

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Riyan Parag, despite facing criticism, scored a brilliant 90 for Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match against Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026: 'Dressing Room Will Be Hurting': Ashwin On CSK's Morale

IPL 2026: 'Dressing Room Will Be Hurting': Ashwin On CSK's Morale

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings team management must work on keeping a "hurting" dressing room in good spirits to arrest the slide, Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin said.

I'm still not 100 percent. I've been under the weather for 4-5 days now: Kohli

I'm still not 100 percent. I've been under the weather for 4-5 days now: Kohli

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli expresses satisfaction with his performance despite fitness concerns as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secures a win against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. He also praises Rajat Patidar's aggressive batting and discusses the evolving demands of T20 cricket.

IPL 2026: 'Complete performance... but,' Gill flags key concern

IPL 2026: 'Complete performance... but,' Gill flags key concern

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans secured a convincing victory against Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match, with Shubman Gill highlighting the need for improvement in finishing innings.

'Miller Didn't Miss This Time': Venugopala Rao on DC's Match-Winning Finish

'Miller Didn't Miss This Time': Venugopala Rao on DC's Match-Winning Finish

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Y Venugopala Rao, commended David Miller and Tristan Stubbs for their match-winning performances against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a recent IPL match. He also addressed concerns about Axar Patel's fitness and praised his all-round performance.

IPL 2026: Iyer's pressure absorption empowers Punjab Kings, says Wadhera

IPL 2026: Iyer's pressure absorption empowers Punjab Kings, says Wadhera

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Nehal Wadhera highlights Shreyas Iyer's leadership, noting his ability to absorb pressure and empower Punjab Kings' players. Ricky Ponting's positive coaching also boosts the team's morale. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians address concerns about powerplay wickets and prepare for potential lineup changes.

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane dismisses speculation about his future, stating his focus is on personal growth as a cricketer, not proving critics wrong.

T20 World Cup: 'Phenomenal Leader': Coach Gautam Gambhir Lauds Suryakumar Yadav's Captaincy!

T20 World Cup: 'Phenomenal Leader': Coach Gautam Gambhir Lauds Suryakumar Yadav's Captaincy!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir says his high-pressure job feels a bit easier in the T20 format thanks to the "calm leadership" of Suryakumar Yadav.

Which Rohit trait will Gill bring to ODI captaincy?

Which Rohit trait will Gill bring to ODI captaincy?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill on Thursday said he would look to imbibe the 'calmness' that his predecessor Rohit Sharma brought to the dressing room

IPL 2026, MI vs LSG: Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants in battle for survival

IPL 2026, MI vs LSG: Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants in battle for survival

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Mumbai Indians, struggling in the current IPL season, will face Lucknow Super Giants, hoping for key players like Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav to perform well. Both teams are grappling with batting failures, impacting their chances of reaching the playoffs.

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants wasted a strong bowling effort as a batting collapse handed them a 40-run defeat against Rajasthan Royals.

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Former Indian leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has retired from the BCCI commentary panel, citing a lack of opportunities and expressing dissatisfaction with his role.

Captain's Knock! Shreyas Iyer Smashes Punjab Kings To Victory Against SRH

Captain's Knock! Shreyas Iyer Smashes Punjab Kings To Victory Against SRH

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer once again proved his worth as a leader and a batter, guiding Punjab Kings to a commanding six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

An analysis of Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy during India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting his unique leadership style and its impact on the team's performance.

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Faf du Plessis acknowledges Gautam Gambhir's competitive leadership style, highlighting its positive impact on teams like Kolkata Knight Riders. He emphasises Gambhir's high standards and accountability, noting the importance of strong leadership beyond just the captain's role in franchise cricket.

Why Jayawardene Is Still Confident In Bumrah's Bowling

Why Jayawardene Is Still Confident In Bumrah's Bowling

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has expressed his support for Jasprit Bumrah, despite the bowler's recent struggles. Jayawardene also highlighted the team's overall bowling ineffectiveness, particularly in the Power Play overs, as a key area for improvement.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer believes Rishabh Pant will excel as captain in IPL 2026 if he plays with joy.

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.

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.

'Rohit achieved incredible things for Indian cricket'

'Rohit achieved incredible things for Indian cricket'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma first wore the ODI captaincy armband in 2017 and led India in 56 ODIs, winning a stunning 42, while losing just 12.

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill joined an unwanted list following the loss to Australia in the first ODI at Perth, becoming the second Indian skipper after Virat Kohli and overall ninth captain to lose their first matches in all three formats as captain.

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appointed cricketer Rinku Singh as a Regional Sports Officer, recognising his achievements in cricket, including his IPL success and contributions to the Indian national team.

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Batting great Rahul Dravid, 1983 World Cup winner Roger Binny and women's cricket legend Mithali Raj will be bestowed with the Colonel C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

Captaincy curse? Surya's form hits rock bottom!

Captaincy curse? Surya's form hits rock bottom!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's appalling dry spell with the bat since taking over India's T20I captaincy mantle continued in the Asia Cup final on Dubai's slow-paced track against Pakistan on Sunday.

We must try to improve by learning from our mistakes: Pakistan ex-chief selector

We must try to improve by learning from our mistakes: Pakistan ex-chief selector

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Former Pakistani cricket stalwarts, players, and critics have acknowledged and praised India's victory in the T20 World Cup, attributing their success to a strong cricket structure, winning culture, and adaptability to modern T20 cricket.

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, after a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, aim to exploit the Kolkata Knight Riders' ongoing struggles in their upcoming IPL match. KKR, plagued by consecutive defeats and questionable decisions, are desperate for a win in front of their home crowd before a month-long break.

Sehwag reveals why Delhi Daredevils picked Pradeep Sangwan over Virat Kohli in IPL 2008

Sehwag reveals why Delhi Daredevils picked Pradeep Sangwan over Virat Kohli in IPL 2008

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has revealed why Delhi Daredevils chose Pradeep Sangwan over a young Virat Kohli ahead of the inaugural Indian Premier League season in 2008.

It was a fairytale: Ganguly reminisces 2001 Kolkata Test Win

"It was a fairytale": Ganguly reminisces 2001 Kolkata Test Win

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.