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Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'I will watch India's match against New Zealand with no tension -- just enjoy the cricket.'

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India will have a final opportunity to check their game in pressure situation when they face Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday in what would be a dress rehearsal ahead of the marquee Women's World Cup semifinals against Australia next Wednesday.

'Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain'

'Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

For greater good, Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain: Shantha Rangaswamy

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Under pressure to revive their campaign after back-to-back defeats, India will have to consider adding a sixth bowler to bring more balance to their attack when they face England in a crucial Women's ODI World Cup match, in Indore, on Sunday.

'One more game to go and we'll give our best'

'One more game to go and we'll give our best'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur was at a loss for words after her team stormed into the Women's ODI World Cup final but she did make a point to say that the players have already set their sights on the summit clash and are determined to "give their best" against first-timers South Africa.

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

'If India Win, I'll Sing With Jemimah!'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

India's record-breaking chase against Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup semifinal sent a wave of pride and emotion through the country's sporting fraternity.

India Women name two debutants for T20 series vs SL

India Women name two debutants for T20 series vs SL

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Kamalini, Vaishnavi two new faces in India Women's squad for T20Is against Sri Lanka

How rich did India's cricketers get after Champions Trophy win?

How rich did India's cricketers get after Champions Trophy win?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs 58 crore for the Indian cricket team that won the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this month in Dubai.

'Future India captain': Ganguly's big praise for Richa

'Future India captain': Ganguly's big praise for Richa

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

It was an evening soaked with pride, nostalgia and emotion at Eden Gardens on Saturday as Bengal's first-ever World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh was felicitated in a grand ceremony that brought together Sourav Ganguly, Jhulan Goswami and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on one stage.

'5 minutes of blur': 'Nearly Man' Muzumdar's moment of glory!

'5 minutes of blur': 'Nearly Man' Muzumdar's moment of glory!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Amol Muzumdar never experienced the highs of an India cricketer but now he is a World Cup winning head coach -- only the third in the history of Indian cricket after Gary Kirsten and Rahul Dravid.

Fit-again Gill, Hardik back for SA T20Is

Fit-again Gill, Hardik back for SA T20Is

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill is set to make a comeback during the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa, starting in Cuttack, on December 9.

Women's WC: 'India should go in with extra bowler vs Aus'

Women's WC: 'India should go in with extra bowler vs Aus'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

I'd like India to have extra bowling depth against Australia: Ian bishop

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

From Mumbai to Colombo: Venues to host ICC Women's World Cup 2025

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Maharaja Trophy, the state's top franchise-based T20 tournament, was also moved outside Bengaluru as police had rejected KSCA's proposal to host it behind closed doors. The tournament was played in Mysore behind closed doors.

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rain has final say in Sri Lanka-Pakistan Women's WC clash

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Colombo called off due to rain.

SA skipper confident of silencing Navi Mumbai crowd!

SA skipper confident of silencing Navi Mumbai crowd!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Knockout games different than league, South Africa will start afresh against India: Wolvaardt

Women's WC: India suffer injury blow in rain-marred Bangla game

Women's WC: India suffer injury blow in rain-marred Bangla game

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Rain forces abandonment of India's match against Bangladesh; Rawal injury scare for hosts

Sachin backs Harmanpreet's India to ignite new dreams

Sachin backs Harmanpreet's India to ignite new dreams

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Now, the sport has the opportunity to transcend barriers -- of gender, of perception, of accessibility.'

Shafali, Smriti go berserk during net session

Shafali, Smriti go berserk during net session

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Shafali toils in India nets ahead of World Cup semifinal against Australia

Ayush Mhatre to lead India in U19 Asia Cup

Ayush Mhatre to lead India in U19 Asia Cup

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

India will open their campaign against a yet-to-be-confirmed opponent (qualifier) on December 12 before their match against Pakistan on December 14. They will play another qualifier on December 16.

Must-win tie: Afghanistan vs SL - Who reaches Super Fours?

Must-win tie: Afghanistan vs SL - Who reaches Super Fours?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Afghanistan will need to play with more flair and freedom in their must-win Asia Cup group match against Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

'India Must Chase In Semifinal'

'India Must Chase In Semifinal'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'The ideal thing would be for India may be to chase, rather than having Australia chase.'

Amanjot Reveals Harmanpreet's Emotional Pep Talk Before Final

Amanjot Reveals Harmanpreet's Emotional Pep Talk Before Final

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

From hitting the winning runs against Australia in the semifinal to taking the catch of in-form South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt in the title clash, Amanjot played her part in India's winning campaign.

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

No Force Is More Powerful Than A Woman Determined To Rise

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

India's women didn't just win a World Cup, they won the nation's heart, proving that belief, courage, and grace can turn dreams into destiny.

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Disappointing, wanted to go out on a high: Emotional Devine bids farewell to game

Jemi And The Real Story Of Indian Sport

Jemi And The Real Story Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

What we saw was not just a player finding form; it was a young woman reclaiming belief. Every shot, every sprint between the wickets, every moment of composure was rebellion. A fierce rebellion against doubt, against erasure, against the quiet cruelty of being left out, points out Prem Panicker.

Rising Stars Asia Cup: Listless India A go down to Bangladesh A

Rising Stars Asia Cup: Listless India A go down to Bangladesh A

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Insipid India A go down to Bangladesh A in Super Over of Rising Asia Cup semifinals

Thakur to lead Mum; Sarfaraz, Rahane in Ranji squad

Thakur to lead Mum; Sarfaraz, Rahane in Ranji squad

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Musheer Khan, who had missed majority of the last domestic season 2024-25 after a car accident, finds his place back in the 16-member squad.

U-19 Final: Can Pakistan stop India's title march?

U-19 Final: Can Pakistan stop India's title march?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Eyeing a record-extending 12th title, a dominant India will look to underline their supremacy over arch-rivals Pakistan when they clash in the Under-19 Asia Cup final at the ICC Academy, in Dubai on Sunday.

'It's unreal...' Wolvaardt on SA's maiden ODI WC final

'It's unreal...' Wolvaardt on SA's maiden ODI WC final

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Having played the most defining knock of her career to ensure South Africa's maiden entry into Women's ODI World Cup final, skipper Laura Wolvaardt found the feeling to be surreal.

Jemimah Skips WBBL To Support Smriti Mandhana

Jemimah Skips WBBL To Support Smriti Mandhana

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

'Rodrigues will stay in India to support her team-mate, and the Heat has agreed to her not returning for the final four games of the WBBL season.'

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

At 37, the numbers behind his all-format dominance reveal not just longevity but an unmatched hunger for excellence.

How fearless batting approach helped SA rout Sri Lanka

How fearless batting approach helped SA rout Sri Lanka

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt said that once their Women's World Cup contest against Sri Lanka was reduced to 20 overs a side, she treated it like a T20 game and came out to bat with the same mindset, in Colombo, on Friday.

'We'll give everything to win it,' vows Amanjot

'We'll give everything to win it,' vows Amanjot

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

India were expecting a target around 380 against Australia but Phoebe Litchfield's dismissal followed by a "very good spell" from spinner Shree Charani turned the Women's ODI World Cup semifinal in the hosts' favour, said all-rounder Amanjot Kaur.

Injured Australia captain Healy out of England clash

Injured Australia captain Healy out of England clash

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Australia captain Alyssa Healy will miss Wednesday's Women's World Cup match against England in Indore due to a calf injury.

Luckiest to bowl last ball, says Deepti after WC win

Luckiest to bowl last ball, says Deepti after WC win

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma was crowned Player of the Tournament in India's maiden ICC Women's World Cup triumph, says she still cannot believe she bowled the title-winning delivery.

Forced changes in South Zone squad for Duleep semis

Forced changes in South Zone squad for Duleep semis

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Azharuddeen was the vice-captain of the side, and now that role has been handed to Tamil Nadu's N Jagadeesan.

'No Risk Of India, Pakistan Not Playing'

'No Risk Of India, Pakistan Not Playing'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

'The Asia Cup cannot be compared to private tournaments like the World Championship of Legends.'

'Felt like a final...' SKY relieved after narrow win

'Felt like a final...' SKY relieved after narrow win

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Felt like a final, Arshdeep was always my choice for Super Over: Surya

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Pak bans legends from WCL after India refuses to play

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced a blanket ban on its players' participation in future editions of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), accusing the tournament organisers of being "biased" and lacking sporting integrity.