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Afridi calls for Pakistan shake-up after poor showing

Afridi calls for Pakistan shake-up after poor showing

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Former captain Shahid Afridi has proposed couple of changes to the Pakistan playing eleven following the dramatic loss to India in the T20 World Cup

Batting Coach: 'Kohli's low scores not a concern'

Batting Coach: 'Kohli's low scores not a concern'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Despite scoring just single digits in his first three matches of the T20 World Cup, Virat Kohli remains a key player for India, according to batting coach Vikram Rathour.

Dr Panda's 10 Tips For A Healthy Heart

Dr Panda's 10 Tips For A Healthy Heart

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Dr Ramakanta Panda, one of the world's leading heart surgeons and the chairman and chief cardiac surgeon at Mumbai's Asian Heart Institute, recommends simple things you can do every day to keep your heart healthy.

BCCI officials grill Dravid over World Cup final loss

BCCI officials grill Dravid over World Cup final loss

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

According to reports, Dravid, granted an extension after his contract ended on November 19, attributed the loss to the pitch at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium.

Will Rishabh Pant stay put at No 3?

Will Rishabh Pant stay put at No 3?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Vikram Rathour shed light on the possibility of Pant retaining the number three spot.

Men In Blue Prepare For Super 8

Men In Blue Prepare For Super 8

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

BCCI shared pictures on X with a caption, 'Gearing up for the Super 8s. Prep Mode on. #TeamIndia.'

Post coronavirus, women's cricket limps into future

Post coronavirus, women's cricket limps into future

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Australia has blazed a trail for women's cricket in recent few years but some players are worried that the national board may trim back domestic competitions as part of cost-cutting measures.

Why Brands Are Slurping Over Ro-Ko

Why Brands Are Slurping Over Ro-Ko

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

'Their chemistry is organic and authentic, making them an appealing choice for collaborative endorsements.'

Ollie Pope's heroics rewrite the rules of batting in India

Ollie Pope's heroics rewrite the rules of batting in India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Ollie Pope frequently played the sweep shots -- both traditional and reverse -- to negate spin and mess with India's fielding strategy.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly wants India to 'play freely'

T20 World Cup: Ganguly wants India to 'play freely'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly emphasised the importance of carefree batting in T20s.

How India's latest DJ made England dance to his tunes

How India's latest DJ made England dance to his tunes

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

'Hard work is there, but I believe in visualisation and manifestation. Whatever match or series, one or two weeks prior I start preparation looking at the bowling line-up, who will bowl and how will I play them. I play out the scenarios and it helps.'

Cricket Australia to appoint 'mental health and wellbeing' expert

Cricket Australia to appoint 'mental health and wellbeing' expert

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

CA put out an advertisement for the new position of a 'Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead', who will report to the board's head of sports science and medicine Alex Kountouris.

Another Australian cricketer reports mental health problems

Another Australian cricketer reports mental health problems

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Promising batsman Will Pucovski ruled himself out of selection for Australia's Test series against Pakistan due to "matters pertaining to mental wellbeing", Cricket Australia said on Thursday.

Royals owner dissects their strategy at IPL 2022 Auction

Royals owner dissects their strategy at IPL 2022 Auction

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Badale said his franchise approached the auction with a certain aim and largely got what they wanted.

Ashwin suggests alteration to some cricketing rules

Ashwin suggests alteration to some cricketing rules

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'Let batters play the switch hit, but give us LBW when they miss'

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Virat Kohli feels that opposition bowlers want him to go hammer and tongs every time he comes out to bat, but he prefers adapting to match conditions without any predetermined strategy as he did in his unbeaten century against Rajasthan Royals in an IPL match on Saturday.

Is Mayank Yadav already a World Cup contender?

Is Mayank Yadav already a World Cup contender?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Mayank is only two games old in the IPL but his name is already being discussed widely as a potential selection in India's squad for the T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean

SEE: Bumrah's sweet family reunion

SEE: Bumrah's sweet family reunion

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Jasprit Bumrah, was captured in an adorable video beaming as he greeted his wife Sanjana Ganesan and their son Angad at the Kensington Oval ground in Barbados.

'England will get absolutely destroyed in India'

'England will get absolutely destroyed in India'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

'The hardest place to play in the world is India.'

Last 3 days I was in bed, I was on painkillers: Riyan Parag

Last 3 days I was in bed, I was on painkillers: Riyan Parag

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Riyan Parag revealed that he was struggling with ill-health for the last three days.

Super 8 spotlight on Kohli: Can he find form vs Afghanistan?

Super 8 spotlight on Kohli: Can he find form vs Afghanistan?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Virat Kohli will be expected to hit his straps after a lean run

Working on developing world's 'best cricket team': Imran Khan

Working on developing world's 'best cricket team': Imran Khan

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

The cricketer-turned-politician addressed a gathering of Pakistani-Americans at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington DC on Sunday.

Pant deserves to be in Indian team for T20 World Cup: Ponting

Pant deserves to be in Indian team for T20 World Cup: Ponting

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

In Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting's Indian team for the upcoming T20 World Cup, Rishabh Pant will feature 'every day of the week'.

ECB spells out rules of 100-ball cricket...

ECB spells out rules of 100-ball cricket...

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Giving out the details about the rules endorsed, ECB confirmed that there would be a change of end after every 10 balls in the format.

DRS is 98.5 per cent accurate, claims ICC

DRS is 98.5 per cent accurate, claims ICC

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

The International Cricket Council Chief Executive David Richardson has revealed that the Emirates Panel of Umpires' usage of the Decision Review System (DRS) has enabled them to attain a staggering accuracy rate of 98.5 per cent.

Can India conquer Lankan spin puzzle in 2nd ODI?

Can India conquer Lankan spin puzzle in 2nd ODI?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

SL executed their plans well against the Indian batters, who are not the cleverest performers on rank turners, while not many are though.

'Where is the Bazball?' Here's Jaisball!

'Where is the Bazball?' Here's Jaisball!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The Hyderabad crowd playfully taunted the visitors with chants of 'Where is the Bazball?' as England failed to match their proclaimed style.

CSK Vs LSG: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

CSK Vs LSG: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Krunal Pandya emerged as the wrecker-in-chief on Friday night.

World Cup: Why Pakistan don't want to play in Chennai, Bengaluru

World Cup: Why Pakistan don't want to play in Chennai, Bengaluru

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Pakistan are wary of playing Afghanistan on a spin-friendly pitch in Chennai against the likes of Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad, who did well for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023.

At times I disagreed with Sachin on team strategy: Dhoni

At times I disagreed with Sachin on team strategy: Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

Mahendra Singh Dhoni says he still feels shy to speak to his idol Sachin Tendulkar off the field, but his honest opinion on team strategy on the cricket field, including the occasional difference with the batting icon, must have landed him the India captaincy in 2007.

Who Will Replace Jadeja, Rahul?

Who Will Replace Jadeja, Rahul?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

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

Rohit's spin dilemma: Axar or Kuldeep?

Rohit's spin dilemma: Axar or Kuldeep?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

It was a headache to decide between Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav as third spinner: Rohit Sharma

After Bangladesh scalp Dutch eye 'bigger nation' status

After Bangladesh scalp Dutch eye 'bigger nation' status

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

With two upset victories in the ongoing World Cup under their belt, the Netherlands are now seeking the ICC's attention for "bigger nation" status.

Must protect players of Bumrah's calibre: Chaminda Vaas

Must protect players of Bumrah's calibre: Chaminda Vaas

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

A once-in-a-generation fast bowler like Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't be playing all three formats in order to avoid injuries and prolong his career, feels World Cup winning Sri Lankan legend Chaminda Vaas.

PIX: SKY, Jaiswal, Bishnoi power India to series win

PIX: SKY, Jaiswal, Bishnoi power India to series win

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

IMAGES from the second T20 played between Sri Lanka and India in Pallekele on Sunday.

Ashwin REVEALS his strategy against the Kiwis

Ashwin REVEALS his strategy against the Kiwis

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Asked about the strategy when the New Zealand openers Martin Guptill and Tom Latham put on a century stand, Ashwin said it was to contain the run-flow first and create pressure.

Ton-up Gill, Jaiswal enjoy good outing in intra-squad game

Ton-up Gill, Jaiswal enjoy good outing in intra-squad game

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Shubman Gill was at his silken best during Indian team's intra-squad training game here at the Tuks Oval on Thursday even though there wasn't an opportunity to get a glimpse of that enchanting sight.

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The pitch in Guyana has favoured the bowlers in the past by slowing down as the game goes on.

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

PCB have hosting rights for the Asia Cup but the Asian Cricket Council headed by Jay Shah opted for the hybrid model where Sri Lanka became the co-hosts

Why Cricket South Africa won't sack captain Faf du Plessis

Why Cricket South Africa won't sack captain Faf du Plessis

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Faf du Plessis will remain as the skipper of the Test side and he would be in charge of the team scheduled to tour India later this year.