Barring Suresh Raina's match-winning century against South Africa and the hollow win over Afghanistan, the Indians were outplayed in all three matches of the Super Eights. It seems Mahendra Singh Dhoni used up all his intelligence and stamina to steer Chennai Super Kings to the Indian Premier League crown and had nothing left for the bigger T20 bash in the Caribbean.
It was back to basics for Team India as they toiled it out in the nets ahead of the third and final One-Day International against Australia at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in Goa, on Saturday.
With the World Cup nearing, there is a good chance for youngsters, like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, to impress in the upcoming ODIs and seal a berth in the squad, says Harish Kotian.
While Australia stamped their mark at the Commonweath Games, India not only won hearts but also finished second in the medals tally. Our Correspondent Harish Kotian reviews the Commonwealth Games.
On the eve of the Commonwealth Games, India's champion swimmer Rehan Poncha tells Harish Kotian he's getting better with each swim.
Cricket Association of Bihar president Aditya Verma has asked the ICC to clarify on the claims made by controversial former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi that two leading Indian cricketers and a West Indian player had been bribed by an Indian real estate tycoon.
As Harbhajan Singh celebrates his 30th birthday, rediff.com looks back on his five best moments in Test cricket.
With the World Cup nearly eight months away, India, it seems, is still struggling to identify a core group of players for the mega 50-over tournament.
Mary Serrao may be Sachin's biggest and most passionate fan.
With no domestic cricket taking place for the next few months, it is imperative that the BCCI does a rethink of its decision to disallow players from traveling to England. After all, playing even a few competitive matches in the county circuit is better than just lumbering up in the nets at the NCA.
Former West Indies captain Daren Ganga believes Chris Gayle should continue to play for the West Indies in the T20 format.
Former West Indies captain Daren Ganga is proud of his Indian heritage and has started to trace his family's roots in the country.
Rediff.com's Harish Kotian checks out how much India's cricket coaches -- from John Wright to Ravi Shastri -- have been paid.
With a fit again Rohit Sharma back to lead the side, Mumbai Indians are setting their eyes on another IPL title.
Lack of practice ahead of the World Cup is not a worry for Tendulkar, says Harish Kotian.
'He is a perennially positive guy.' 'He is generous with advice and never petty about anything.'
'Me and my family along with Sarfaraz have given our entire life towards this dream.'
'He used to interact with everyone in the dressing room, he never showed any attitude to any cricketer -- whether big or small.'
'There should be total transparency in the system.'
'Her work ethic, disciple, dedication, determination and hunger to score runs for herself and for the team makes her stand out from the rest.'
India captain Virat Kohli had also made it clear that he and the team will be happy if Shastri was retained.
There were many memorable performances in the league stages.
The careers of senior pros Ajinkya Rahane and Ishant Sharma are on the line when the selectors pick the Indian Test squad for the coming tour of South Africa.
Sunil Joshi replaced MSK Prasad (South Zone), who had an extended run after completing his four-year tenure. Joshi's selection from South Zone and Harvinder getting picked from Central Zone also shows that the Board has stuck with the zonal policy.
A look at how Delhi Capitals can upset Mumbai Indians in Thursday's first qualifier match.
Ivan Castro, Sports Editor, rediff.com on Saturday won the inaugural Indian Sports Journalism Awards of the Sports Journalists' Federation of India in the Best of the Web category.
Ivan Castro, Sports Editor, rediff.com on Saturday won the inaugural Indian Sports Journalism Awards of the Sports Journalists' Federation of India in the Best of the Web category.
As per the rules of the IPL 2022 Players' Auction, which is likely to take place in January, the existing eight franchises are allowed to retain a maximum of four players, including three Indians.
The 22-year-old fast bowler has played a key role in Bangladesh's rise in international cricket.
Care comes from a place of 'What is good for my child's development?' Care is a long-term view of the child's flourishing in life. Care is a sacred activity and it begins at home.
Zaheer Khan says the thought of not being selected again never crossed his mind.
While stars like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and David Warner are expected to set the stage on fire, there are other talented batsmen who want to compete with the best.
The mighty Mumbai Indians are looking all set to win their fifth Indian Premier League title, when they take on Delhi Capitals in the final, in Dubai on Tuesday.
Sunrisers Hyderabad will take huge confidence from the fact that they managed to get the better of Delhi Capitals in both their league games, and boast of an impressive 11-6 overall head to head record against them.
Delhi Capitals will be keen to make up for the last year's result when they lost to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 2, but their task won't get easier against an in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad, who have won their last four games.
RCB would be hoping Virat Kohli can shake off his recent below-par performances and announce himself with a match-winning batting performance in the Eliminator match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Abu Dhabi on Friday.
'My bench mate at school was Shashi Kapoor and we were together from KG right up to the 10th standard.'
'In cold weather conditions, when you are not sweating at all, how do you use sweat?'
'We need to respect our players. Our players are as good as anybody.'
