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Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Sanju Samson continues red-hot run in KCL with a quickfire 89.

Inspired by Sachin, fearless Sharafu is UAE's shining hope

Inspired by Sachin, fearless Sharafu is UAE's shining hope

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'Everyone wants to be the best in the country. I would like to be someone the team can depend on to win games. That is what I want to be known for.'

Sehwag picks India's gamechangers at Asia Cup

Sehwag picks India's gamechangers at Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Bumrah has been at the heart of India's success in recent years. He spearheaded India's title-winning run in the T20 World Cup last year, finishing with 15 wickets, and overall has 89 scalps in 70 matches at a remarkable average of 17.74.

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Karun Nair was all praise for India head coach Gautam Gambhir for giving the players a "lot of encouragement and support" during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Historic! Rishabh Pant first wicketkeeper in Tests to ...

Historic! Rishabh Pant first wicketkeeper in Tests to ...

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Rishabh Pant is the first-ever wicketkeeper-batter in the history of Test cricket to score 1,000-plus in an away country.

Ever-reliable Rahul hits another major milestone!

Ever-reliable Rahul hits another major milestone!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

K L Rahul, the most consistent performer with the bat for the visitors so far in the series, completed 9,000 runs in international cricket across all formats.

PIX: Jaiswal Ton Sets Up Tantalising Day 4 At Oval

PIX: Jaiswal Ton Sets Up Tantalising Day 4 At Oval

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal enhanced his reputation as an all-conditions opener with a gutsy hundred on a tough pitch before Washington Sundar's whirlwind fifty allowed India to set a record 374-run target for England on an absorbing Day 3 of the final Test at The Oval on Saturday.

Tanush Kotian: West Zone's 'crisis man' delivers again

Tanush Kotian: West Zone's 'crisis man' delivers again

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Tanush Kotian once again showcased his ability to absorb pressure with a fighting fifty to shore up West Zone against Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy semifinals

'Jaiswal Is A Good Player, But...'

'Jaiswal Is A Good Player, But...'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'There's a bit of uncertainty and maybe a lack of confidence creeping into Jaiswal's game.'

Jadeja, Rahul, Siraj target milestones at Lord's

Jadeja, Rahul, Siraj target milestones at Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Ravindra Jadeja is on the cusp of a significant batting milestone during the third Test against England, starting at Lords on Thursday.

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

R Praggnanandhaa scored a fluent victory over Frenchman Alireza Firouzja to claim the joint lead after the seventh round of the Sinquefield Cup.

'I'm 100% ready for IPL comeback': Anuj Rawat declares

'I'm 100% ready for IPL comeback': Anuj Rawat declares

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Under Rawat's captaincy, East Delhi Riders, with five victories out of their seven fixtures, are currently placed second in the DPL points table. Rawat with the bat has been in fine touch.

Samson in trouble? Ashwin hints Gill may take his place

Samson in trouble? Ashwin hints Gill may take his place

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin has raised a big question mark over Sanju Samson's place in India's Asia Cup 2025 playing XI, warning that the wicketkeeper-batter's spot could be under serious threat

Asia Cup-bound Samson fires another reminder

Asia Cup-bound Samson fires another reminder

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

His consistency comes at a crucial time, with stiff competition for a spot in India's Asia Cup XI following Shubman Gill's return as vice-captain, and the inclusion of wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma after a stellar IPL season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Back in form! Rinku makes strong Asia Cup case

Back in form! Rinku makes strong Asia Cup case

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Rinku smashed a blazing maiden T20 hundred to single-handedly power his side past Gaur Gorakhpur Lions' 168-run target at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

'Rohit will quit after ODI WC, Gill will succeed him'

'Rohit will quit after ODI WC, Gill will succeed him'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Kaif expects Rohit's retirement after 2027 ODI World Cup, picks his replacement

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Siraj 10/10, Gill 10/10, Pant 10/10

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

How the Indian players fared in the five-Test series in England.

You are seeing the best of K L Rahul: Shastri

You are seeing the best of K L Rahul: Shastri

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

K L Rahul has been in great form with the bat in England, with 375 runs in the first three Tests at an average of 62.50, with two centuries and a fifty.

1st T20: Tim David's blazing 83 sinks South Africa

1st T20: Tim David's blazing 83 sinks South Africa

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Tim David, Dwarshuis shine as Australia beat Proteas by 17 runs in T20 series opener

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his meteoric rise in international cricket with yet another outstanding overseas tour

Will Sanju Samson Find a Place in India's Asia Cup Squad?

Will Sanju Samson Find a Place in India's Asia Cup Squad?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Samson reminded everyone of his class with a 54 off 36 balls in a high-voltage friendly at Greenfield Stadium, guiding the KCA Secretary XI to a nail-biting win ahead of the Kerala Cricket League.

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

KL Rahul Reflects on Lord's Heartbreak

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

KL Rahul's post after India's painful Lord's Test loss reminded fans that cricket is as much about resilience and learning as it is about results.

All eyes on Rahul as he closes in on historic milestone

All eyes on Rahul as he closes in on historic milestone

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

KL has answered his doubters emphatically in this series, registering at least one fifty-plus score in every Test so far.

Asia Cup: Watch Out For These Players!

Asia Cup: Watch Out For These Players!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Players from the other teams who could push the Men in Blue to the limit.

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I want to ask Agarkar how Iyer is not among the reserve players if he is such a strong contender.'

Gill surpasses Dravid's record!

Gill surpasses Dravid's record!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

India captain Shubman Gill surpassed Rahul Dravid's record for most runs by an Indian batter in a Test series in England.

K L Rahul Returns To Dad Duties

K L Rahul Returns To Dad Duties

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

With the England series behind him, Rahul is soaking up every moment of fatherhood -- making up for lost time with Evaarah and cherishing the quieter joys of life off the field.

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara has picked his 'GOATs' (Greatest Of All Time) in cricket, placing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah among three other legends of the sport.

Maxwell holds nerve as Aus edge SA in thriller

Maxwell holds nerve as Aus edge SA in thriller

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Australia's Glenn Maxwell produced an unbeaten half-century in a tense chase to help the hosts edge out South Africa by two wickets in the third and final Twenty20 International and complete a 2-1 series victory in Cairns on Saturday.

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

'My connection with SRH is built on trust, respect, and years of shared passion. I'll always stand by this team.'

CSK reject RR's Sanju-Jadeja swap offer: Report

CSK reject RR's Sanju-Jadeja swap offer: Report

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

On Wednesday, Cricbuzz reported that Royals have demanded a swap deal for star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad or hard-hitter Shivam Dube in exchange for Samson. However, CSK have reportedly turn down the request.

'Virat, The Nation Needs You!'

'Virat, The Nation Needs You!'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'I've been missing @imVkohli a few times during this series, but never as much as in this Test match.'

Duleep Trophy: Dhull, Ankit smash hundreds; put North on top

Duleep Trophy: Dhull, Ankit smash hundreds; put North on top

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Skipper Ankit Kumar and promising batter Yash Dhull made contrasting hundreds to place North Zone on the cusp of the Duleep Trophy semifinals in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

India's recent run of victories has bolstered confidence but the women's selection panel, headed by Neetu David, will face some tricky questions on the inclusion of Shafali Verma and pacer Renuka Thakur when it meets in Mumbai on Tuesday to pick the squad for the ODI World Cup.

'He risked a lot': Pant's one-legged heroics

'He risked a lot': Pant's one-legged heroics

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

"If anyone doubted he was ever a team man, they got to see it first-hand today. That requires more than just steel," Shastri said in a video posted by the BCCI on its website.

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Bavuma said his hamstring was 'feeling good' ahead of his return, and the South African skipper also confirmed he would bat at number three for the opening match of the three-game series behind openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram.

'China Is Discovering That Hostility With India Is Prohibitively Expensive'

'China Is Discovering That Hostility With India Is Prohibitively Expensive'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

'If they can be duplicitous, we can be equally duplicitous.' 'If they offer friendship, we reciprocate.' 'If they choose hostility, we respond with equal hostility.'

56 women rescued from train in Bengal; human trafficking suspected

56 women rescued from train in Bengal; human trafficking suspected

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The women, aged between 18 and 31, were rescued from the New Jalpaiguri-Patna Capital Express late on Monday, they said.

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Firmly establishing his credentials in the longest format of the game, India skipper Shubman Gill on Thursday reached a significant milestone, surpassing the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 47-year-old record for most runs by an Indian captain in a Test series.

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat in England, piling up 754 runs at an average of 75.40 with four centuries.