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Sweeney eyeing Khawaja's place in Australia's Test side

Sweeney eyeing Khawaja's place in Australia's Test side

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

A "devastating" omission after below-par performances in the Border-Gavaskar series notwithstanding, opener Nathan McSweeney has not given up hope of returning to Australia's Test setup, saying he will try his luck as a long-term replacement for Usman Khawaja once the batting stalwart retires.

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Sanju Samson's technical weaknesses against express pace along with Rinku Singh's dip in form and fitness issues will be a concern for India

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

A distraught Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed helplessness over Chennai Super Kings's extended poor run in the ongoing Indian Premier League, saying it's difficult for a team to get the desired result when four-five players lose form at the same time.

Bangla Captain Confident Of Beating Any Team

Bangla Captain Confident Of Beating Any Team

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

'If we execute our plans properly, we can beat any team on any given day.'

IPL 2025: Why Rohit Can Attack But Kohli Can't

IPL 2025: Why Rohit Can Attack But Kohli Can't

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli has the skill to score runs at a much better strike-rate like any young T20 star but RCB's team composition is such that he needs to adopt a risk-free approach.

When Sudharsan showed the world his true potential...

When Sudharsan showed the world his true potential...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Former India speedster Varun Aaron has praised Gujarat Titans' young opener Sai Sudharsan's exceptional performance in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, saying he has a very bright future ahead of him.

Shami's wrist will be India's weapon at Champions Trophy

Shami's wrist will be India's weapon at Champions Trophy

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'What Shami does is hit the seam and move the ball off the deck. It is dangerous as batsmen will not be able to guess easily which way the ball is going to move.'

Australia head to Sydney with New Year cheer

Australia head to Sydney with New Year cheer

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Australia's bowling was of the highest quality on the final day and there were positives in the batting, too, throughout the third Test in Melbourne.

I care about playing quality cricket: Tendulkar

I care about playing quality cricket: Tendulkar

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

He has been playing cricket for over 20 years now, but Sachin Tendulkar says he remains as passionate about the game as he was in his initial days in the sport.

'Gill's class shouldn't surprise anyone'

'Gill's class shouldn't surprise anyone'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Gill made an unbeaten hundred and Shami walked away with a five-wicket haul as India registered a six-wicket win over Bangladesh at the DICS.

Pitches won't change: Eden curator fires back

Pitches won't change: Eden curator fires back

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

With KKR failing to capitalise on home advantage, the pressure is already mounting on Rahane and his squad to bounce back in their next encounter.

Pakistan to host SA, NZ for ODIs to test CT venues

Pakistan to host SA, NZ for ODIs to test CT venues

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

At the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, the seating capacity has been increased with the addition of new chairs. Additionally, 480 modern LED lights have been installed to improve broadcast quality.

Is THIS the reason Rajasthan Royals are collapsing?

Is THIS the reason Rajasthan Royals are collapsing?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid acknowledged concerns about the team's death bowling performance in the ongoing IPL but expressed confidence in their ability to improve execution in upcoming matches.

Pace trio script RCB's dream run in IPL 2025

Pace trio script RCB's dream run in IPL 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

RCB's pace trio have combined picked up 33 wickets in a total of 90.5 overs bowled so far in IPL 2025.

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli began training with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of his eagerly-awaited Ranji Trophy comeback after a 12-year gap.

PIX: Harmanpreet, Sciver-Brunt power MI to WPL 2025 title!

PIX: Harmanpreet, Sciver-Brunt power MI to WPL 2025 title!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur's quickfire fifty and Nat Sciver-Brunt's fine all-round showing lifted Mumbai Indians to their second Women's Premier League title.

Kapil Refuses To Acknowledge Yograj

Kapil Refuses To Acknowledge Yograj

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Kapil Dev is known to be a soft spoken gentleman and on Monday, those very characteristics came to the fore when he was questioned by reporters over some claims made by former cricketer Yograj Singh.

'India will turn things around in time'

'India will turn things around in time'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The Kiwis, under Latham, became the first visiting side to whitewash India in a three-match home series, winning the Bengaluru, Pune and Mumbai Tests.

'Indian cricket has a problem of plenty'

'Indian cricket has a problem of plenty'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

A new-look side under Hardik Pandya is auditioning with the next T20 World Cup less than a year away.

It's Siraj vs Starc: Table-toppers DC and GT collide for supremacy

It's Siraj vs Starc: Table-toppers DC and GT collide for supremacy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The Capitals sit pretty at the top with 10 points from six games, while the Titans trail close behind with eight from as many outings.

1st Test, Day 1: Bosch, Paterson star for South Africa

1st Test, Day 1: Bosch, Paterson star for South Africa

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The depth of fast bowlers at South Africa's disposal was no better evidenced than on Thursday as Corbin Bosch and Dale Paterson took nine of the 10 wickets to dismiss Pakistan for 211 on the opening day of the first Test at Centurion.

IPL PIX: Rohit, Boult dazzle as MI bury hapless SRH

IPL PIX: Rohit, Boult dazzle as MI bury hapless SRH

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma fires again as Mumbai Indians pulverise hapless Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nothing new in BCCI's policy document, says former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Bumrah a long-term captaincy option, says Pujara

Bumrah a long-term captaincy option, says Pujara

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

In the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah led India to their most dominant win in Australia, in the series opener in Perth.

'I have that hunger every game'

'I have that hunger every game'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Sudharsan highlighted his strong partnership with Gill, both on and off the field.

Rohit trusts trio to deliver in Boxing Day Test

Rohit trusts trio to deliver in Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal are in same boat; don't want to tamper their mindset: Rohit Sharma

'You have bowled your way into hearts of cricket fans'

'You have bowled your way into hearts of cricket fans'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday praised star pacer Mohammed Shami and para-archer Sheetal Devi after being honoured with the Arjuna Award in Delhi.

'It is quality of cricket rather than sledging that wins matches'

'It is quality of cricket rather than sledging that wins matches'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Australian team's tempered on-field approach is a paradigm shift from earlier times but it's the quality of cricket which will decide the fate of the series, said India's head coach Ravi Shastri.

Bumrah injury scare: 'No replacement for him'

Bumrah injury scare: 'No replacement for him'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

As India gears up for crucial upcoming matches, the spotlight is firmly on the bowling department amid injury concerns surrounding Jasprit Bumrah.

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.

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

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Varun Chakravarthy had a second coming in international cricket with 17 wickets in his last seven T20Is and 12 of them in South Africa in batting-friendly conditions.

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.

Sehwag, to me you are a cricketing great: Ganguly

Sehwag, to me you are a cricketing great: Ganguly

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Following the ICC Hall of Fame announcement on November 13, 2023, open letters have been written to the inductees by those close to them. Here, Sourav Ganguly salutes inductee #112, Virender Sehwag.

Nair hits century as Vidarbha close in on Ranji Trophy title

Nair hits century as Vidarbha close in on Ranji Trophy title

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Karun Nair slammed his fourth century of the Ranji Trophy season to help Vidarbha tighten their grip over Kerala, in the final, in Nagpur on Saturday.

Who Will Kohli Replace In Cuttack ODI?

Who Will Kohli Replace In Cuttack ODI?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second ODI against England on Sunday?

Was watching movie when I was told I was playing: Iyer

Was watching movie when I was told I was playing: Iyer

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

A surprise late night call from India captain Rohit Sharma alerted Shreyas Iyer about replacing Virat Kohli in Thursday's first ODI against England.

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Simran Shaikh stays in a tiny 12 by 12 feet room along with her grandmother, parents and siblings. On Sunday, her life changed perhaps forever when she became the most expensive hire at the Women's Premier League auction.

NZ call up local left-arm spinners to prepare for Kuldeep

NZ call up local left-arm spinners to prepare for Kuldeep

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

New Zealand called up two local left-arm wrist spinners to bowl to left-handers Tom Latham and Michael Bracewell at their nets in Dubai on Saturday.