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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.

Tilak Varma is off to England... Here's what's next

Tilak Varma is off to England... Here's what's next

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Tilak Varma is set to represent Hampshire in the County Championship after being approached by the English club

Tilak Varma dazzles on County debut

Tilak Varma dazzles on County debut

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Tilak Varma begins County stint with sizzling century for Hampshire against Essex

Why India, England players are donning black armbands

Why India, England players are donning black armbands

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

India, England players wear black armbands to pay tribute to Wayne Larkins

Team India pacer set for County stint

Team India pacer set for County stint

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

India pacer Khaleel Ahmed on Saturday signed a deal with Essex to play for the remainder of the English County Championship and the entirety of the One-Day Cup.

Savarkar defamation case: Rahul Gandhi pleads not guilty

Savarkar defamation case: Rahul Gandhi pleads not guilty

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pleaded not guilty in a Pune court in a defamation case pertaining to his comments on Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar. The case was filed by Satyaki Savarkar, a grandnephew of V D Savarkar, accusing Gandhi of making false allegations against the Hindutva ideologue during his address in London in March 2023.

Gujarat's Panchal announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Gujarat's Panchal announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Priyank Panchal played 127 first class games and amassed 8,856 runs at 45.18 with 29 centuries and 34 fifties.

'The One': Shikhar Dhawan Reveals All In His New Book

'The One': Shikhar Dhawan Reveals All In His New Book

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Known for his flamboyant strokeplay, signature moustache twirl, and unwavering resilience, Shikhar Dhawan is now ready to turn the spotlight inward, sharing his personal story beyond boundaries and big scores.

'Her Mother Is Broken With Grief'

'Her Mother Is Broken With Grief'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'We are holding up in this difficult time and hope to bring her home on Thursday morning.'

'If not them, then who carried out Mumbai train blasts?'

'If not them, then who carried out Mumbai train blasts?'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Survivors of the 2006 Mumbai train blasts express shock and disappointment after the Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 accused, citing lack of evidence. They feel justice has not been served after 19 years.

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Surprise! Arshdeep gets net help from familiar faces

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Harpreet Brar and Jagjit Singh Sandhu linked up with the India pacer in the nets, bringing a touch of familiarity and camaraderie to a high-pressure moment in the series.

'Shocked by verdict': Mumbai police ex-chief defends 7/11 blasts probe

'Shocked by verdict': Mumbai police ex-chief defends 7/11 blasts probe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Former Mumbai police commissioner A N Roy expressed shock over the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 7/11 train blasts case, defending the police investigation and expressing confidence in an appeal to the Supreme Court.

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Move over Pant? Jurel's red-ball rise can't be ignored

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Jurel has produced a solid body of work in first-class and Test cricket alike, even though he displayed a completely different avatar for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a finisher since his debut in 2023.

Stokes under fire! Atherton pulls no punches

Stokes under fire! Atherton pulls no punches

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Atherton reckons that in his three years at the helm, the series against India is Stokes' sternest test of leadership qualities.

'Some of My Best Memories Are With My Son'

'Some of My Best Memories Are With My Son'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Known for his flamboyant strokeplay, signature moustache twirl, and unwavering resilience, Dhawan is now ready to turn the spotlight inward, sharing his personal story beyond the boundaries and big scores.

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A 'special message' from India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on the eve of Cameron Green's back surgery gave the Australian all-rounder the much-needed reassurance about his decision to go under the knife.

When Starc unsettled Tendulkar

When Starc unsettled Tendulkar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting lauds pacer Mitchell Starc's legacy.

Young Indian star joins county side Hampshire

Young Indian star joins county side Hampshire

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Young India batter Tilak Varma has signed with Hampshire to play four matches in the ongoing Rothesay County Championship between June 22 and August 1.

'Mumbai Did Everything To Help Prithvi Shaw'

'Mumbai Did Everything To Help Prithvi Shaw'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'We have done everything in our power to help him take his game to the next level and become a star player.'

Espionage case: YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra denied bail

Espionage case: YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra denied bail

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The police opposed the bail plea and argued the case's investigation was underway.

'Hurriyat no more relevant in Valley, not even functional'

'Hurriyat no more relevant in Valley, not even functional'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Former separatist leader Bilal Gani Lone criticizes the Hurriyat Conference for its irrelevance and Pakistan for creating problems in Jammu and Kashmir, urging a new approach for the region's future.

Flintoff's son part of Lions squad for India A series

Flintoff's son part of Lions squad for India A series

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Andrew Flintoff's 17-year-old son Rocky and fit-again pacer Chris Woakes were on Wednesday named in England Lions squad for the two four-day games against India A at home.

'He's like Pant': Pujara's bold take on Brook

'He's like Pant': Pujara's bold take on Brook

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Pujara believes there are 'shades of Rishabh Pant' in the young English batter, who took the attack to the Indian bowlers with remarkable flair.

Rahul's century leads India A's strong showing on Day 1

Rahul's century leads India A's strong showing on Day 1

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

K L Rahul gained the requisite confidence and much-needed game time ahead of the upcoming five-Test series with a classy hundred for India A against a quality England Lions attack.

Landmark UK Felling Club deal for Sikkim's Tamang

Landmark UK Felling Club deal for Sikkim's Tamang

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Palzor Tamang becomes only the second Sikkimese cricketer to secure an overseas club deal after Nilesh Lamichaney

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Will Sai Sudarshan or Abhimanyu Easwaran bat at No. 3?

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'I would love to go to the place where was I born and grew up in. The nearest I came to visiting Junagarh was when I played the Dilip Sardesai benefit game in Ahmedabad.'

'Don't rush Archer': Vaughan warns

'Don't rush Archer': Vaughan warns

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Archer played in his first first-class match in four years during Sussex's County Championship game against Durham at Chester-le-Street on Sunday and took one wicket for 32 from 18 overs.

CSK sign 17-YO Ayush as Gaikwad's replacement

CSK sign 17-YO Ayush as Gaikwad's replacement

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings have signed 17-year-old batter Ayush Mhatre as the replacement for injured skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad for the remainder of IPL 2025.

Former India spinner Dilip Doshi dead

Former India spinner Dilip Doshi dead

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Doshi represented India in 33 Test matches and 15 One Day Internationals from 1979 to 1983.

Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Rediff.com6 May 2025

It was at Eden in January 2001 that a young Dhoni, then representing Bihar, announced himself with a maiden first-class century -- a knock that now feels prophetic in retrospect.

ICC updates concussion protocols, to trial new wide-ball rule

ICC updates concussion protocols, to trial new wide-ball rule

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

The ICC said two new rules will be trialled by full members for a period of six months starting from October 2025. It includes a new wide-ball rule for ODIs and T20Is

PIX: Rinku Singh gets engaged to SP MP Priya Saroj

PIX: Rinku Singh gets engaged to SP MP Priya Saroj

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

India's T20 star Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj got engaged on Sunday in a grand ceremony graced by a host of prominent political figures on Sunday.

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The third Test at Lord's could well be the series' turning point. This isn't just about team combinations or tactical tweaks anymore. The pitch has emerged as a defining factor -- one that could tilt the balance of power in a contest hanging delicately at 1-1.

Two new faces in England squad for one-off Zimbabwe Test

Two new faces in England squad for one-off Zimbabwe Test

Rediff.com2 May 2025

England have named two uncapped players in Essex duo Sam Cook and Jordan Cox in the squad for the one-off Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge later this month.

Kuldeep gunning for Jadeja's spot?

Kuldeep gunning for Jadeja's spot?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

There is Ravindra Jadeja, whose superior batting becomes a huge factor in SENA countries but against England's 'Bazballers', Kuldeep Yadav's versatility could complement pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah better if India harbour any hopes of picking 20 wickets.

Teen seamer rattles India batters, called up to Eng squad

Teen seamer rattles India batters, called up to Eng squad

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Teenager Eddie Jack's call-up comes at a time when England's pace stocks are depleted with less than 10 days to go for the opening Test.

Injury-prone England pacer thought of toe amputation!

Injury-prone England pacer thought of toe amputation!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

England pacer Brydon Carse has opened up about his recent injury ordeal, saying he contemplated amputating a toe to overcome a persistent and painful problem that kept him out of action for months.

SRH pick Vidarbha's Harsh Dubey as replacement player

SRH pick Vidarbha's Harsh Dubey as replacement player

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad have roped in all-rounder Harsh Dubey as a replacement for the injured left-hander Smaran Ravichandran.

PIX: Akash Wrecks England As India Level Series

PIX: Akash Wrecks England As India Level Series

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Akash Deep's 10-wicket match-haul sets up famous win for India in the second Test against England at Edgbaston.