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Timing of CSA's national contracts leaves Smith confused

Timing of CSA's national contracts leaves Smith confused

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

South African captain Graeme Smith is reportedly unhappy with Cricket South Africa's (CSA) announcement of player contracts as it has been difficult for some of the players to handle.

Liverpool greats hail Klopp's 'special' side

Liverpool greats hail Klopp's 'special' side

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Another Liverpool great, Graeme Souness, said Klopp had produced a "fabulous" side.

Swann, Bresnan back in England Test squad

Swann, Bresnan back in England Test squad

Rediff.com11 May 2013

Paceman Tim Bresnan and off-spinner Graeme Swann have returned from elbow surgeries to join the England squad for the first Test against New Zealand, starting at Lord's on Thursday.

Why Kaneria is backing Ganguly for ICC top job

Why Kaneria is backing Ganguly for ICC top job

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

Danish Kaneria said the PCB should really look to rope in former players to groom the budding talent in the country.

Kohli surpasses Sachin, Lara; becomes fastest to reach 20,000 international runs

Kohli surpasses Sachin, Lara; becomes fastest to reach 20,000 international runs

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Kohli, thus, became the 12th batsman and third Indian after Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid to reach 20,000 international runs.

Petersen cleared to replace Smith in Champions Trophy

Petersen cleared to replace Smith in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com14 May 2013

The ICC's event technical committee has approved the name of opener Alviro Petersen as Graeme Smith's replacement in South Africa's squad for next month's Champions Trophy in UK. Smith has pulled out of the event due to an ankle injury.

Smith released from ODI squad to focus on Tests

Smith released from ODI squad to focus on Tests

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Opener and former captain Graeme Smith was released from the South African ODI squad, which is currently playing a three-match series against India, to "focus" on his preparations for the Test series, which starts from December 18.

Siraj Breaks Kapil's Lord's Record

Siraj Breaks Kapil's Lord's Record

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents the interesting numbers from Day 5 of the India-England Test at Lord's.

ICC has taken it very seriously: Indian team manager on Bangladesh's aggressive celebrations

ICC has taken it very seriously: Indian team manager on Bangladesh's aggressive celebrations

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

India's under-19 cricket team manager claimed that match referee Graeme Labrooy met him and expressed regret at what transpired on the field.

Can India create cricketing history in South Africa?

Can India create cricketing history in South Africa?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

India's formidably consistent match-winners have a date with history in the New Year when they take on an out-of-sorts South Africa in the second Test in Johannesburg from Monday in pursuit of a coveted first-ever series win in the Rainbow Nation.

South Africa's Smith likely to miss decisive One-dayer

South Africa's Smith likely to miss decisive One-dayer

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

South Africa opener Graeme Smith is unlikely to play in the final One-day international on Sunday after his ankle flared up during Pakistan's three-wicket win on Thursday, officials said.

Steyn returns to South Africa Twenty20 squad for England series

Steyn returns to South Africa Twenty20 squad for England series

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Dale Steyn has fully recovered from a shoulder injury and recently featured for the Melbourne Stars in Australia's domestic Big Bash league.

Smith raring to go, Khawaja expected to be fit for Ashes opener

Smith raring to go, Khawaja expected to be fit for Ashes opener

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Steve Smith is back in the Test squad along with David Warner and Cameron Bancroft, the other two players hit with long bans for their involvement in the Cape Town scandal in March, 2018.

Quinton de Kock named Cricketer of the Year in CSA's virtual awards

Quinton de Kock named Cricketer of the Year in CSA's virtual awards

Rediff.com5 Jul 2020

This is the second time Quinton de Kock has won the Cricketer of the Year in CSA's virtual awards

Buzz: Fawad back in Pakistan Test squad after decade

Buzz: Fawad back in Pakistan Test squad after decade

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

The 34-year-old replaced Iftikhar Ahmed, who managed only 44 runs in four innings in the recent tour of Australia where Pakistan lost both Tests.

South Africa-England ODI abandoned after positive COVID-19 tests

South Africa-England ODI abandoned after positive COVID-19 tests

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Sunday's One Day International between South Africa and England in Paarl has been abandoned after two hotel workers in the teams' bio-secure environment tested positive for the coronavirus, match host broadcaster SuperSport reported.

'Not ideal for Tests': Bhajji, Laxman, Yuvraj slam Motera pitch

'Not ideal for Tests': Bhajji, Laxman, Yuvraj slam Motera pitch

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Several former players, including India's Harbhajan Singh and VVS Laxman, on Thursday said that the turning Motera pitch, on which India defeated England by 10 wickets inside two days, was not ideal for Test cricket, an opinion that was not shared by the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

The most successful Test captains of all-time

The most successful Test captains of all-time

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

As Graeme Smith sets out to become the first player to lead his side in 100 Test matches, Rajneesh Gupta figures out the most successful captains of all-time.

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada said it is a team decision to not take the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in their upcoming white-ball series against England.

Buzz: South Africa's Elgar registers 4000 runs in Test cricket

Buzz: South Africa's Elgar registers 4000 runs in Test cricket

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Jacques Kallis, Hashim Amla, Graeme Smith, AB de Villiers, Gary Kirsten, Herschelle Gibbs, Mark Boucher, Daryl Cullinan, and Faf Du Plessis are the other Proteas batsmen who have more than 4000 runs in Test cricket.

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

South Africa will appear in their first international assignment since the COVID-19-induced lockdown in March when they host England for three T20Is and as many ODIs, beginning on November 27 at Newlands.

Why Ganguly will be 'very suitable' candidate for ICC top post

Why Ganguly will be 'very suitable' candidate for ICC top post

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Admitting that he is a big fan of Sourav Ganguly, Kumar Sangakkara said the former India captain has an international mindset which is necessary to remain unbiased in an important position.

Vaughan; KP question Australia's decision to pull out of SA tour

Vaughan; KP question Australia's decision to pull out of SA tour

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Vaughan said it was not a good precedent set by Australia.

T20 WC: Rauf, Taufel to officiate India's opening match

T20 WC: Rauf, Taufel to officiate India's opening match

Rediff.com9 Sep 2012

The ICC on Sunday announced the names of umpires and match referees who will officiate in the group stage of the Twenty20 World Cup to be held in Sri Lanka from September 18 to October 7.

Dhoni, Sehwag in all-star line-up for Cricket for Heroes charity match

Dhoni, Sehwag in all-star line-up for Cricket for Heroes charity match

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

India ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni will join compatriot Virender Sehwag and a host of other international cricketers for a charity match at the Kia Oval on September 17.

Another Australian cricketer takes break due to mental health issues

Another Australian cricketer takes break due to mental health issues

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Batsman Nic Maddinson has withdrawn from Australia A's match against Pakistan on mental health grounds, Cricket Australia said on Saturday.

Smith to go on leave during England series

Smith to go on leave during England series

Rediff.com22 May 2012

South Africa Test captain Graeme Smith will take a short break between the first two Tests in England in July to be with his wife for the birth to their first child.

Panesar on why Moeen should play against India...

Panesar on why Moeen should play against India...

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

Monty Panesar feels England would be making a mistake if they don't play the experienced Moeen Ali alongside left-arm spinner Jack Leach in the first Test against India, beginning in Chennai on Friday.

De Kock happy with South Africa Test captaincy 'for now'

De Kock happy with South Africa Test captaincy 'for now'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Quinton de Kock was a surprise pick for the South African summer, only because both he and director of cricket Graeme Smith have previously said the burden of captaincy across all three formats would be too much for the wicketkeeper.

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

When Warne visited Swapnil Asnodkar's Goa home

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

'I was not sure whether such a big player would come to my house but he was quite happy to visit my place... which was just unbelievable!'

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Virat Kohli surpassed Australian batting legend Don Bradman after amassing the most 150-plus scores as captain in international cricket, on Day 2 of the second Test against South Africa.

No truth in 'rumours' of Smith resigning as captain

No truth in 'rumours' of Smith resigning as captain

Rediff.com21 Dec 2013

Cricket South Africa and Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula both on Saturday dismissed widespread social media comments that Graeme Smith had threatened to resign if he was not made the Proteas captain for the ongoing Test series against India.

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

How did India and Virat Kohli fare in T20Is? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers.

ODIs: How India fared under Captain Kohli

ODIs: How India fared under Captain Kohli

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Did Virat Kohli deserve to be replaced as India's ODI captain? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers.

Smith is the best Test captain that has ever lived: Kirsten

Smith is the best Test captain that has ever lived: Kirsten

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Graeme Smith has received an enormous compliment from former India coach Gary Kirsten, who called the just-retired South African legend the "best captain that has ever lived" in Test cricket.

Is Cricket Australia ready for a female boss?

Is Cricket Australia ready for a female boss?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Cricket Australia (CA) have appointed Nick Hockley as interim CEO to replace Kevin Roberts, who resigned this week after months of criticism over his leadership, but the board will conduct a global search for a permanent boss.

ICC to finalise process to appoint Manohar's successor

ICC to finalise process to appoint Manohar's successor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Finalising the nomination process to elect Shashank Manohar's successor as the next independent chairman of the world cricket body is the sole agenda for the ICC Board, which will meet virtually on Monday.

SA sports min asks Smith to stay out of politics

SA sports min asks Smith to stay out of politics

Rediff.com22 Jan 2011

South African Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula has cautioned Proteas skipper Graeme Smith to stay out of politics and concentrate on cricket instead.

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

The former opening batsman joined as DOC in December last year following the suspension of CEO Thabang Moroe and has since signed a two-year deal with the option of extending for a third term.

Smith surpasses Cronje's ODI captaincy record

Smith surpasses Cronje's ODI captaincy record

Rediff.com16 Jan 2011

Inspirational Graeme Smith has become the most capped South African ODI captain, surpassing late Hansie Cronje's record of leading the national team in 138 games.