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Morkel blames 'bad night's sleep' for Gill injury

Morkel blames 'bad night's sleep' for Gill injury

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Gill stretchered out with neck injury; ''just bad timing'', says Morne Morkel

ICC Must BAN Sahibzada Farhan For Gun Gesture!

ICC Must BAN Sahibzada Farhan For Gun Gesture!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The ICC, which punishes slow over rates and dissent, must protect cricket's core values. Pretending to be violent in front of millions sets a bad example for young fans. Cricket deserves better. Fans deserve better. The world deserves better than seeing the sport used for such shameful displays.

Women's World Cup: Australia captain Alyssa Healy set to return for India semis

Women's World Cup: Australia captain Alyssa Healy set to return for India semis

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Australia captain Alyssa Healy is set to make a comeback in the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final against India on Thursday.

Asia Cup: 'I bowled a lot to Shubman Gill when he was 11-12'

Asia Cup: 'I bowled a lot to Shubman Gill when he was 11-12'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Simranjeet Singh, the left-arm spinner from UAE, distinctly remembers bowling to a talented 12-year-old Shubman Gill at the nets in Mohali.

Kaif: Wasn't going to be easy for Rohit, Kohli in Perth

Kaif: Wasn't going to be easy for Rohit, Kohli in Perth

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Earlier this week, the duo arrived in Perth with the first batch of the team and practised relentlessly in the nets.

Wood all set for Ashes after 'boring' six months rehab

Wood all set for Ashes after 'boring' six months rehab

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

England pacer Mark Wood feels Australia will start as favourites in the upcoming Ashes series, but insists that there is a "quiet confidence" within the English camp about doing well in the marquee contest, starting later this month.

'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.

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit nets in Perth, oblige Pak fan

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit nets in Perth, oblige Pak fan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

This happened following India's practice session that saw both India's senior batters hit the nets at the Optus Stadium.

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

How Siraj's tip helped Arshdeep survive Test frustration

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

In a week's time, Arshdeep will be operating with a white ball in the Asia Cup in the UAE.

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.

'The way they put their body on the line, love it'

'The way they put their body on the line, love it'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has lauded the energy and commitment of his teammates on the opening day of training ahead of the Asia Cup

West Indies need to seize key moments against India: Warrican

West Indies need to seize key moments against India: Warrican

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican stressed that seizing crucial moments will be the key to competing in the two-match series against India.

16-YO Abhishek faced 150 kmph balls- Father shares story

16-YO Abhishek faced 150 kmph balls- Father shares story

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The 61-year-old former first-class cricketer on Tuesday said his son's journey to become the No. 1 T20I batter began when a young Abhishek would insist on batting with his father's kit, trouble his mother, and rope in his two sisters for late-night practice sessions.

Rashid laments missed Super 4s chance

Rashid laments missed Super 4s chance

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'We had a great chance to chase 150 odd in the last game. But that's the nature of T20 cricket.'

Wary India May Avoid Turning Tracks

Wary India May Avoid Turning Tracks

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

With the scars of last year's home series whitewash against New Zealand still raw, preparing rank turners may invite risk.

Gautam Gambhir Seeks Blessings at Kalighat Temple

Gautam Gambhir Seeks Blessings at Kalighat Temple

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Ahead of India's opening Test against South Africa, head coach Gautam Gambhir made a spiritual stop at Kolkata's iconic Kalighat Mandir, seeking blessings before the start of the two-match series.

Cummins progressing; will 'play major part' in Ashes

Cummins progressing; will 'play major part' in Ashes

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Australia are confident that captain Pat Cummins will play a significant part in the Ashes series, head selector George Bailey said, as questions remain over the paceman's fitness for the opening Test in Perth.

At Athiya, Rahul's Grih Pravesh

At Athiya, Rahul's Grih Pravesh

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul's grih pravesh puja was all about love, tradition, and togetherness

'India vs Pakistan is always competitive'

'India vs Pakistan is always competitive'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Focus firmly on match, India-Pakistan clash will be interesting: Kotak

'My father didn't like cricket': Kuldeep Sen on early struggles

'My father didn't like cricket': Kuldeep Sen on early struggles

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Pacer Kuldeep Singh, who was bought by Punjab Kings in the players' auction, is excited by the challenge of playing for his new team in IPL 2025 later this year.

Underdog Windies eye New Zealand's blueprint to upset India

Underdog Windies eye New Zealand's blueprint to upset India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

West Indies are not in a good position in terms of their Test status but the touring party will try to emulate what New Zealand did to dominate India last season, said captain Roston Chase.

India, Sri Lanka land for Women's World Cup opener

India, Sri Lanka land for Women's World Cup opener

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian side landed in the evening after completing their warm-up games in Bengaluru.

No political questions, please!

No political questions, please!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has issued fresh guidelines barring journalists from asking political questions at press conferences in an apparent bid to diffuse the volatile situation that has persisted since the India-Pakistan match last Sunday.

Pant hits bullseye off the field, eyes Ranji return on it

Pant hits bullseye off the field, eyes Ranji return on it

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The 27-year-old suffered a fractured metatarsal during the Manchester Test in July, an injury that has sidelined him for months and ruled him out of the West Indies series and the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia.

Story Behind Rohit Sharma's Insane Transformation Revealed!

Story Behind Rohit Sharma's Insane Transformation Revealed!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Former Indian cricketer and assistant coach Abhishek Nayar spoke on star batter Rohit Sharma's physical transformation over the last 12 weeks before the tour to Australia, keeping the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup in mind, saying that he has transformed himself into a "mean machine".

Richa Ghosh injury scare ahead of India's semifinal

Richa Ghosh injury scare ahead of India's semifinal

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi on Saturday said wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh is being monitored by the strength and conditioning team

India's New Era: Gill Leads, Kohli-Rohit Reunite in Perth

India's New Era: Gill Leads, Kohli-Rohit Reunite in Perth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The cricketing ecosystem has learned to survive the prolonged absence of Kohli and Rohit -- at least in two formats -- in this interim period.

'A good wicket to bat on...' Jansen rubs salt into India's wounds

'A good wicket to bat on...' Jansen rubs salt into India's wounds

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Conversations might have been different if Pant got his execution right: Jansen

IPL 2025: Hugs for Dravid as Samson joins Royals' training camp

IPL 2025: Hugs for Dravid as Samson joins Royals' training camp

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has returned to the team after recovering from a finger surgery he underwent last month. .

'Uncontrollable': Why Arshdeep Keeps Getting Dropped!

'Uncontrollable': Why Arshdeep Keeps Getting Dropped!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Arshdeep Singh has enough experience to understand that the Indian team management is trying different combinations looking at the bigger picture, bowling coach Morne Morkel said.

Why India are desperate to win ODI series vs SA

Why India are desperate to win ODI series vs SA

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

There is a slight desperation to win ODI series after below par Test outing: Ten Doeschate

Guess How Much Hardik's Watch Costs!

Guess How Much Hardik's Watch Costs!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Hardik Pandya turned heads off the field, wearing a jaw-dropping a Richard Mille RM 27-04 watch during Asia Cup training, valued between Rs 15 crore and Rs 20 crore.

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have begun their pre-season preparations with a week-long domestic players' training stint in Mumbai, ahead of their main camp in Kolkata starting March 12 at Eden Gardens. The Mumbai camp, running from February 21-28, features nine domestic players, including Venkatesh Iyer, who was re-signed by KKR for a staggering Rs 23.75 crore after being released, making him the third most expensive player in the IPL auction.

How Yuvraj prepared Abhishek to win matches for India

How Yuvraj prepared Abhishek to win matches for India

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Abhishek Sharma's rise in Indian cricket owes much to Yuvraj Singh, whose words of belief and trust helped him navigate tough times.

Why India withdrew from Blind Cricket World Cup in Pakistan

Why India withdrew from Blind Cricket World Cup in Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) has made the decision to withdraw from the upcoming 4th T20 Blind Cricket World Cup, which was scheduled to take place in Pakistan

Mithun Manhas: Always at right place at right time!

Mithun Manhas: Always at right place at right time!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Mithun Manhas: Street-Smart cricketer, who was always at the right place at right time

Did Kohli, Rohit Make The Wrong Choice?

Did Kohli, Rohit Make The Wrong Choice?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'If they had continued playing Test cricket and quit ODIs, then staying in the groove would have been a lot easier.'

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

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

India's two time World Cup-winning hero Yuvraj Singh has said golf could have helped him score "at least 3,000 more runs" in international cricket and advised his "wards" Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma to take up the sport for its calming influence.