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When Shaw defied head coach Ponting in IPL 2020...

When Shaw defied head coach Ponting in IPL 2020...

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting revealed that Prithvi Shaw refused to listen to his advice to bat in the nets after he hit a bad patch in the IPL last year.

Rajasthan Royals appoint Paddy Upton as head coach

Rajasthan Royals appoint Paddy Upton as head coach

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

Indian cricket team's former mental conditioning coach, Paddy Upton has been appointed as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals.

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

It was a wild ride while it lasted but the 'Bazball' revolution that enlivened English cricket for three years collapsed in 11 days on Australian soil in an Ashes defeat as harrowing as any in the modern era.

'Saath Mein Jeetenge': Team India's New Victory Tune!

'Saath Mein Jeetenge': Team India's New Victory Tune!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The victorous Indian team sung a new victory anthem to celebrate winning their first World Cup.

Bumrah's absence a big challenge: MI coach Jayawardene

Bumrah's absence a big challenge: MI coach Jayawardene

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Bumrah will miss a few initial games of the tournament as he is currently recuperating from a back injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence at Bengaluru.

Dinesh Karthik joins Sharjah Warriorz in ILT20

Dinesh Karthik joins Sharjah Warriorz in ILT20

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Former India wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik on Tuesday joined Sharjah Warriorz ahead of the fourth season of the ILT20.

How Shivam Dube Got His Bowling Mojo Back!

How Shivam Dube Got His Bowling Mojo Back!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The 'Impact Player' in IPL might have restricted Chennai Super Kings' Shivam Dube's role but 'India's Shivam Dube' aspires to be a full-fledged all-rounder backed by head coach Gautam Gambhir and helped by bowling coach Morne Morkel.

Former captain Arteta returns to Arsenal as head coach

Former captain Arteta returns to Arsenal as head coach

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The 37-year-old Mikel Arteta played for Arsenal from 2011 to 2016 before moving to Manchester City as assistant manager, where he won the Premier League twice.

Coaching Classes Makes Rs 300 Billion A Year!

Coaching Classes Makes Rs 300 Billion A Year!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The 2023-2024 figures showed that the size of the industry, excluding those having an annual turnover of Rs 20 crore, could be Rs 30,652 crore, assuming no tax evasion.

Barcelona earn dramatic win; Roma, Juventus slip

Barcelona earn dramatic win; Roma, Juventus slip

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Late goals from Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski earned LaLiga leaders Barcelona a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Espanyol.

Was Gill Always Destined To Be Captain?

Was Gill Always Destined To Be Captain?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rahul Dravid had backed Shubman Gill to become India's all-format captain four years ago.

Sudharsan wants to be versatile like K L Rahul

Sudharsan wants to be versatile like K L Rahul

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India's Test No 3 Sai Sudharsan said his primary aim is to win matches for the team rather than focusing on individual goals.

WI pace attack has variety to trouble India: Sammy

WI pace attack has variety to trouble India: Sammy

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Head Coach Sammy wants Windies to emulate NZ in their upcoming two-Test tour of India.

'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.

All eyes on Eden pitch as India face stern SA challenge

All eyes on Eden pitch as India face stern SA challenge

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

India's awe-inspiring batting depth will face a stern test against South Africa's quality spin attack in the first Test, starting in Kolkata on Friday.

Will Rizwan be axed as Pakistan's ODI captain?

Will Rizwan be axed as Pakistan's ODI captain?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Experienced wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan's captaincy in the 50-overs format could be on the line when a joint meeting of the national selection committee and advisory board of the Pakistan Cricket Board is held on Monday in Lahore.

West Brom name Pulis as head coach

West Brom name Pulis as head coach

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

West Bromwich Albion have named former Stoke City and Crystal Palace boss Tony Pulis as their head coach, the Premier League club said on Thursday.

Why Gillespie quit as Pakistan's red-ball coach

Why Gillespie quit as Pakistan's red-ball coach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

The source said that while Gillespie was aware that the board had stripped him of say in the selection matters, he expected as head coach, he would be consulted by the selectors in the selection of any series.

Dabang Delhi Crowned PKL 12 Champions

Dabang Delhi Crowned PKL 12 Champions

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dabang Delhi were crowned champions of the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 after their thrilling 31-28 victory over Puneri Paltan.

'You can't take cricket for granted': Pant slams team

'You can't take cricket for granted': Pant slams team

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Captain Rishabh Pant conceded that India needed to get better as a Test team.

Gambhir hails Gill': 'He's passed his toughest Test'

Gambhir hails Gill': 'He's passed his toughest Test'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Gambhir said his only advice to Gill has been, "Just be himself".

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

According to India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak the tiff took place after Fortis asked the Indian coaching staff to stay 2.5 metres away from the main square, despite them not wearing spikes, prompting frustration from the visiting camp.

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

Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup: Devonshire ruled out; New Zealand calls up Hannah Rowe

Mohun Bagan reclaim IFA Shield after 22 years!

Mohun Bagan reclaim IFA Shield after 22 years!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Mohun Bagan Super Giant ended a 22-year wait for the IFA Shield title, prevailing 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout over arch-rivals East Bengal after a 1-1 stalemate in regulation and extra time at the Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

Ashes: Will Cummins return for Brisbane Test?

Ashes: Will Cummins return for Brisbane Test?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Pat Cummins on Saturday rated himself a "half chance" to play the day-night Test against England in Brisbane from December 4.

India face selection dilemma as Ro-Ko eye series revival

India face selection dilemma as Ro-Ko eye series revival

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

The Indian team's heavy reliance on all-rounders will be tested by a plucky Australia in the second ODI but the spotlight will continue to stay firmly on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom would look to turn back the clock with series-saving knocks in Adelaide on Thursday.

Cricket Buzz: Jones replaces Rajput as Afghanistan head coach

Cricket Buzz: Jones replaces Rajput as Afghanistan head coach

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Afghanistan were granted Test status in June by the International Cricket Council, putting them in an elite group of 12 sides permitted to compete in the longest form of the game.

Prasad, Sandhu join race for India head coach's job

Prasad, Sandhu join race for India head coach's job

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Former seam bowlers Venkatesh Prasad and Balwinder Sing

Foreign IPL players head home

Foreign IPL players head home

Rediff.com10 May 2025

"We're deeply grateful for the swift coordination and support from the BCCI, local authorities, and the police who made this possible," the RCB statement added.

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.

PIX: Liverpool edge Inter; Barcelona, Bayern win

PIX: Liverpool edge Inter; Barcelona, Bayern win

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Liverpool shrugged off the absence of Mohamed Salah as midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scored an 88th-minute penalty to give them a 1-0 Champions League win at Inter Milan.

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Reigning Indian Super League champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Saturday suspended all their football activities indefinitely a day after the AIFF failed to receive a single bid for ISL's commercial rights, and said they will review contracts of players and support staff next month.

'Unreal moment, to win a World Cup at home': Mandhana

'Unreal moment, to win a World Cup at home': Mandhana

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

India opener Smriti Mandhana said she was still struggling to process the magnitude of her team's achievement, calling it "unreal" after India claimed their maiden Women's World Cup title.

Unfazed Surya backs himself: 'Runs will come eventually'

Unfazed Surya backs himself: 'Runs will come eventually'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The problem with Surya has been his limited range of strokes and always trying to play behind the square using the pace and bounce of the deliveries

Windies head coach Simmons steps down after T20 World Cup exit

Windies head coach Simmons steps down after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Twice champions West Indies suffered a surprise elimination by Ireland with a nine-wicket thrashing in Hobart on Friday, ending bottom of Group B with two points.

Kerala Blasters sack Coach Mikael after poor run of results

Kerala Blasters sack Coach Mikael after poor run of results

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Kerala Blasters FC on Monday announced the termination of services of their head coach Mikael Stahre with immediate effect after a string of poor performances by the club in the ongoing Indian Super League.

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

'Gautam Gambhir is not important. Indian cricket is important'

'Gautam Gambhir is not important. Indian cricket is important'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

'Everyone has the right to have an opinion about the culture of that dressing room. And every opinion for me will matter'

Singapore snuff out India's AFC Asia Cup hopes

Singapore snuff out India's AFC Asia Cup hopes

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

India fail to qualify for 2027 AFC Asian Cup after 1-2 loss to Singapore