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Gill's Gift For Sarfaraz!

Gill's Gift For Sarfaraz!

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Shubman Gill Gill gifted Sarfaraz Khan a Casio G-Shock watch, which the Mumbai batter proudly showed off to his fans on social media.

IPL 2026: Hinge's Manifestation Turns Reality as SRH Debutants shine

IPL 2026: Hinge's Manifestation Turns Reality as SRH Debutants shine

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, Sunrisers Hyderabad's uncapped pacers, delivered outstanding performances on their IPL debut, leading their team to a significant victory against Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A look at the rookies from each of the 10 IPL franchises who are expected to make a name for themselves in the upcoming season.

Rohit To Play Vijay Hazare For Mumbai

Rohit To Play Vijay Hazare For Mumbai

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Rohit Sharma has informed the Mumbai Cricket Association of his availability for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, heeding the BCCI directive.

Gill to play Punjab's Ranji game from Thursday

Gill to play Punjab's Ranji game from Thursday

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

With three league games still to be played, the former champions would need outright victories in all their remaining fixtures to harbour any realistic chance of making it to the knockout stage.

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

As Aamir Khan Productions celebrates 25 years, we rank the 10 best films produced by its star, from the iconic Lagaan to the recent critically-acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.

Akash Deep, Harshit Rana face fitness race for home series vs Afghanistan

Akash Deep, Harshit Rana face fitness race for home series vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Akash Deep and Harshit Rana are unlikely to be fit for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan and the white ball tour of United Kingdom as they are still some time away from getting fully match-fit, sources in BCCI said.

Pathan called back, asked to play domestic cricket

Pathan called back, asked to play domestic cricket

Rediff.com25 Dec 2006

Pathan has been asked to play in the remaining two rounds of Ranji Trophy domestic cricket tournament.

How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq recounts how the 2010 spot-fixing scandal was uncovered, revealing Shahid Afridi's reaction and the initial denial of Mohammad Amir.

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

MI vs RCB at Wankhede blockbuster of IPL 2026 first phase

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Irfan Pathan says the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium will be the biggest match of the tournament's opening phase.

IPL 2026: Why Angkrish Raghuvanshi is KKR's surprise X-factor

IPL 2026: Why Angkrish Raghuvanshi is KKR's surprise X-factor

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai and Kolkata Knight Riders' batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi says he judges his performances with how his team fares while he keeps working on multiplying his skills as a top order-batter and wicketkeeper.

Suryakumar Yadav Credits Wife Devisha's Honesty For Success

Suryakumar Yadav Credits Wife Devisha's Honesty For Success

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav credits his wife, Devisha, for her honest feedback and support, which he says was instrumental in his journey to playing for India and ultimately captaining the team to a T20 World Cup title.

BCCI Makes Vijay Hazare Games Mandatory for India Players

BCCI Makes Vijay Hazare Games Mandatory for India Players

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Save Shreyas Iyer, who will take a lot more time to get fit, others are expected to represent their state teams.

IPL 2026: Can These Big Names Bounce Back?

IPL 2026: Can These Big Names Bounce Back?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

IPL 2026 will feel like a fresh start for players like Prithvi Shaw, Jofra Archer and Rishabh Pant, it's not only about numbers on the scoreboard anymore but it's about getting their story back on track.

Steve Waugh: 'Europe is the last frontier of cricket'

Steve Waugh: 'Europe is the last frontier of cricket'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Cricket legend Steve Waugh believes the European T20 Premier League can unlock new talent and expand cricket's footprint across Europe.

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Sanjay Bangar says Punjab Kings must play spinner Harpreet Brar in every IPL 2026 match and highlights the importance of the team's young opening pair.

Devdutt Padikkal attributes T20 success to captaincy experience

Devdutt Padikkal attributes T20 success to captaincy experience

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Devdutt Padikkal credits his captaincy experience with Karnataka for enhancing his game awareness and contributing to his development as a T20 batter. He also praised Virat Kohli's intensity and the supportive environment at Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Back to basics: Domestic grind fuels Bishnoi's comeback

Back to basics: Domestic grind fuels Bishnoi's comeback

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Following India's emphatic eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the third T20I, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi said he focused on bowling in the right areas and worked extensively on his lengths after enduring a difficult Indian Premier League (IPL) season last year. Bishnoi delivered an impressive spell of 2/18 in four overs, playing a key role in restricting New Zealand to 153/9 in 20 overs. His disciplined bowling effort laid the foundation for India's dominant win in Guwahati. Speaking during the post-match press conference, Bishnoi said he worked closely with his coaches at home in Jodhpur after being left out of the Indian T20I side. The leg-spinner added that playing matches in the Vijay Hazare, Syed Mushtaq and Ranji Trophy tournaments has helped him to make a comeback. "It's always difficult when you are away from the side. You feel like you should be there, but you aren't. I had time to work on my own bowling. I worked a lot. I worked with my coaches at home in Jodhpur. Then I played domestic matches again. I played a few matches in the Vijay Hazare, Syed Mushtaq and Ranji Trophy tournaments. All those things helped me a lot to come back," Bishnoi said. The 24-year-old further stated that he consciously tried to bowl in the right areas and adapt his rhythm according to match conditions. "I was trying to bowl in the right areas. It depends on my rhythm on the given day. I have worked on my lengths. I didn't have a good IPL last season. I was a bit nervous and excited," he added. On Abhishek Sharma's blistering batting performance, Bishnoi said, "The way Abhishek is batting, India needs this. He practices a lot. Hope he continues this form for a long time." Sharma made an outstanding unbeaten 68 runs in just 20 balls, including seven fours and five sixes at a strike rate of 340. Abhishek Sharma's fifty, paired with Suryakumar Yadav's blistering unbeaten 57 off 26 balls, propelled India to a convincing eight-wicket win, chasing down 154 runs in just 10 overs. With this victory, India also took the five-match T20I series, winning all three T20Is.

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Ashutosh Sharma discusses his preparation for the upcoming IPL season, his role as a finisher for Delhi Capitals, and his approach to handling pressure.

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form against Kolkata Knight Riders, whose in-form bowling attack has revived their IPL 2026 playoff hopes.

T20 World Cup: How Dhoni's Advice Transformed Axar Patel's career!

T20 World Cup: How Dhoni's Advice Transformed Axar Patel's career!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Axar Patel revealed how a life-changing advice from the great Mahendra Singh Dhoni in 2021 played a big role in turning around his career.

IPL 2026: Rejuvenated CSK Seek To Pile Misery On Winless KKR

IPL 2026: Rejuvenated CSK Seek To Pile Misery On Winless KKR

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to build on their recent victory as they host a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2026 match on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: From Salesman to IPL Finisher: Ferreira Stuns PBKS

IPL 2026: From Salesman to IPL Finisher: Ferreira Stuns PBKS

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals successfully chased down a 223-run target against Punjab Kings, overcoming their middle-order struggles thanks to key contributions from Donovan Ferreira and Shubham Dubey.

Gary Stead ready to transform Andhra cricket

Gary Stead ready to transform Andhra cricket

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Stead, who guided New Zealand to the WTC title, T20 World Cup final in 2021, 2019 ODI World Cup final and 2025 Champions Trophy title clash, is now entrusted with the task of giving a fillip to Andhra cricket.

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.

Auqib Nabi eyes India call-up after bagging big bucks at IPL auction

Auqib Nabi eyes India call-up after bagging big bucks at IPL auction

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's Auqib Nabi discusses his IPL journey with Delhi Capitals and his ambition to represent India on the international stage.

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.

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.

BCCI's creates anti-doping helpline for domestic cricketers

BCCI's creates anti-doping helpline for domestic cricketers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

The doping menace in India's Olympic sport has always left the establishment embarrassed and the BCCI in a marked departure has set up an anti-doping helpline so that its domestic cricketers (men and women) are aware of the medicines and supplements they are consuming.

Harmanpreet has another 4-5 years of cricket left in her: Jhulan

Harmanpreet has another 4-5 years of cricket left in her: Jhulan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Harman's record as captain untouchable, she has another 4-5 years to offer: Jhulan Goswami

Domestic cricket key to success in IPL, says Gill

Domestic cricket key to success in IPL, says Gill

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

His two half-centuries this IPL season may have come in his favoured opening slot but Shubman Gill has defended Kolkata Knight Riders' debatable decision to use him as a floater.

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Pakistan's white-ball coach Mike Hesson defends the exclusion of senior players from the ODI series in Bangladesh, stating it's an opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment for T20 World Cup performance. He also addresses reports of disagreements with selectors.

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.

IPL 2026: RCB's Winning Start: The Men Who Mattered

IPL 2026: RCB's Winning Start: The Men Who Mattered

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of being linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, claiming that individuals associated with the ruling party are involved in the scandal. He alleges the BJP is an 'expert in theft,' citing previous instances of 'vote theft' and 'job theft'.

T20 World Cup: First Ball, First wicket! Nepal's Debutant Stuns England

T20 World Cup: First Ball, First wicket! Nepal's Debutant Stuns England

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Sher Malla, a 23-year-old off-spinner, made a memorable T20 World Cup debut for Nepal by taking a wicket with his very first ball.

IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form, face a tough challenge against Lucknow Super Giants, spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, in their IPL 2026 match.

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

J&K CM congratulates cricket team after historic entry into Ranji Trophy final

'I didn't believe that I would be able to play cricket again'

'I didn't believe that I would be able to play cricket again'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Chetan Sakariya has taken a small step in his comeback trail, appearing for Saurashtra in the ongoing domestic season, a first for him since February 2024.

Suresh Raina retires from IPL and domestic cricket

Suresh Raina retires from IPL and domestic cricket

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Suresh Raina has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Tuesday.