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Why Did India Drop Sai Sudharsan?

Why Did India Drop Sai Sudharsan?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

'The No. 3 spot can't become a game of musical chairs.'

Gaikwad, Rinku, Patidar back in Test mix after SA debacle

Gaikwad, Rinku, Patidar back in Test mix after SA debacle

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Domestic veterans Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rajat Patidar and Rinku Singh could keep the team management interested going forward in Test cricket.

Why Firing Gambhir Won't Fix The Real Problem

Why Firing Gambhir Won't Fix The Real Problem

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Sack Gambhir before he damages any more careers, if you must. But it cannot stop there. The project ahead must be bigger, more ambitious, and far more urgent: Rebuilding the spine of Indian cricket from the grassroots up, and giving the Test team the seriousness it deserves. Only then will Indian cricket stop lurching from one crisis to another and begin, once again, to imagine greatness, suggests Prem Panicker.

Loyalty Over Money For Dravid!

Loyalty Over Money For Dravid!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

A few big IPL franchises had offered Rahul Dravid blank cheques to join them, but his choice was clear.

'It Doesn't Matter If It's T10, T20, T5'

'It Doesn't Matter If It's T10, T20, T5'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'I just enjoy it. So when I step onto the field, I don't think anything else. I just want to make the maximum of the moment.'

SA star in exchange for Samson! RR, DC ready for swap?

SA star in exchange for Samson! RR, DC ready for swap?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

As Sanju Samson's IPL future remains to be a subject of intense debate, Rajasthan Royals are reportedly in advanced talks with Delhi Capitals for a swap deal involving South African Tristan Stubbs.

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Royals invested in Suryavanshi's talent by spending Rs 1.10 crore at the mega auction last year, almost four times his base price of Rs 30 lakh.

'Dravid, not IPL, is the real prize'

'Dravid, not IPL, is the real prize'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not as excited at the prospect of becoming the youngest ever to play in the IPL as he is at being coached by the legendary Rahul Dravid at Rajasthan Royals.

'I love that team': Who's Rohit talking about?

'I love that team': Who's Rohit talking about?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Indian batter and former ODI skipper Rohit Sharma expressed his excitement for the tour to Australia and how much he loves playing against the current 50-over world champions.

'I just felt...' Ashwin opens up on sudden retirement

'I just felt...' Ashwin opens up on sudden retirement

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Having to sit out of Test matches on away tours "eventually got to me", says Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin of his abrupt international retirement in the middle of the last Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

India claimed a memorable four-wicket victory at Adelaide Oval, on December 16, 2003 -- their first Test win on Australian soil in 22 years.

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

KSCA T20 auction saw Indian international batter Devdutt Padikkal lead the charts as the most expensive player of the day,

Are Gill and Gambhir split on India's pitch plan?

Are Gill and Gambhir split on India's pitch plan?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The collapse, India's lowest failed chase at home, has left behind deeper fault lines than a dry Eden Gardens wicket can conceal.

Dravid Refuses Bigger Bonus

Dravid Refuses Bigger Bonus

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Dravid requested the BCCI to reduce his reward to match that of his colleagues. He felt it wouldn't be right to receive a larger sum than the batting, bowling, and fielding coaches who played a crucial role in the team's success.

Can Kohli turn things around at happy hunting ground?

Can Kohli turn things around at happy hunting ground?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Following a disappointing return to international cricket in the first ODI at Perth, Virat Kohli spent a considerable time in the nets on Tuesday, firing some of his trademark shots during the Indian team's first training session ahead of the second ODI in Adelaide on Thursday.

Next star? Anvay Dravid's knock puts Karnataka on top

Next star? Anvay Dravid's knock puts Karnataka on top

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Batting at No. 4 Anvay remained unbeaten on 100 off 153 balls, striking 10 fours and two sixes

Anvay Dravid in Karnataka probables for Vijay Merchant Trophy

Anvay Dravid in Karnataka probables for Vijay Merchant Trophy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Wicketkeeper-batter Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid, was named in the Karnataka probable list of players for the Under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy.

Ritika's Touching Farewell To Dravid

Ritika's Touching Farewell To Dravid

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Ritika's response to the post reflected the deep bond their family had formed with Dravid. She expressed how much they would miss him, particularly their daughter Samaira.

Sai Sudharsan's No. 3 Spot Is Under Fire

Sai Sudharsan's No. 3 Spot Is Under Fire

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

When you bat at No. 3 for India, history demands runs and resilience. From Rahul Dravid to Cheteshwar Pujara, the role has symbolised grit.

'Rohit Doesn't Fit In India's All-Time Tests Greats'

'Rohit Doesn't Fit In India's All-Time Tests Greats'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'You are talking about legends like Gavaskar, Tendulkar, Dravid and Virat. Rohit does not fit in there.'

Vikram Rathour joins Dravid at Rajasthan Royals

Vikram Rathour joins Dravid at Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Rathour has played six Tests and seven ODIs and has 33 first-class centuries to his name.

Dravid Jr powers Bangalore to first-innings lead

Dravid Jr powers Bangalore to first-innings lead

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Rahul Dravid's younger son, Anvay, has followed in his father's footsteps by making a significant impact in the KSCA Under-16 Inter-Zonal tournament.

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'Am I the reason team will lose? Kuldeep might think, I am bowling so well, even after that I am not playing, then am I the problem in this team?'

Chak De India! Says Dravid

Chak De India! Says Dravid

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Rahul Dravid was spotted cheering India at the hockey match with Argentina.

Sachin 194*: Why Did Dravid Declare?

Sachin 194*: Why Did Dravid Declare?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

It was the team's decision to declare the innings and not Dravid's alone.

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kumar Sangakkara will continue at the franchise.

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.

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Former Team India leg-spinner Harbhajan Singh had a meeting with his idol -- former Australia skipper Steve Waugh - and he took to social media to share his excitement.

13-year-old Vaibhav has some good skills: Dravid

13-year-old Vaibhav has some good skills: Dravid

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'Vaibhav just came to our trials and we were really happy with what he saw.'

Gambhir Just Gave Kohli a New Nickname!

Gambhir Just Gave Kohli a New Nickname!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Gambhir didn't name him 'most stylish'. Instead, he chose Shubman Gill for that tag

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Joe Root picked an easy single off Mohammed Siraj in the 58th over to take his score to 31, which also took his overall Test tally to 13290 runs.

'Dravid, Gambhir's passion for Indian cricket is palpable'

'Dravid, Gambhir's passion for Indian cricket is palpable'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Ashwin has had the opportunity to play under the wing of both stars. He pointed out that there isn't a huge gap between Gambhir and Dravid's approach or the passion that the duo shares for Indian cricket.

Dravid on why Indian cricket is 'extremely powerful'

Dravid on why Indian cricket is 'extremely powerful'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Rahul Dravid claimed a strong club cricket culture has a lot to do in breaking the long-standing trend of city cricketers dominating the passage to the national team.

How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

How Australia shaped Kohli as a cricketer and person

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Batting superstar Virat Kohli admitted that the aggressive Australian cricketing environment tested his resilience, but felt that standing up to it while playing a bold brand of cricket toughened his mind and shaped his career path, besides influencing his growth as an individual.

Root Breaches 'Wall' with Record 211th Test Catch

Root Breaches 'Wall' with Record 211th Test Catch

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

He successfully took a stunner to dismiss Karun Nair to complete his 211th catch, surpassing Dravid's tally of 210. Former Sri Lanka star Mahela Jayawardene slipped to the third spot with 205 catches.

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The most famous cricket umpire of his time has left the ground forever.

Sreejesh takes inspiration from Dravid

Sreejesh takes inspiration from Dravid

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Sreejesh broke into a wide grin that like his idol, his own skills earned him the sobriquet "The Great Wall of Indian Hockey".

Rohit's heartwarming tribute to 'work wife' Dravid

Rohit's heartwarming tribute to 'work wife' Dravid

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Take a look at Rohit's heartfelt social media post which served as a touching tribute to Dravid's impact on the team.

'Rohit, Kohli Will Be Forced To Retire If They Don't Quit'

'Rohit, Kohli Will Be Forced To Retire If They Don't Quit'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'Will any coach think of keeping out Rohit and Kohli from the ODI team? That means there is something going on within the team against the two players.' Manoj Tiwary, who played 12 ODIs and three T20Is for India, said iconic players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli deserve greater respect.

India's New King of Test Centuries!

India's New King of Test Centuries!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill's unbeaten 129 in Delhi wasn't just another century; it was history etched in numbers and intent.