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Why India's gaming ban has Rohit, Kohli on the back foot

Why India's gaming ban has Rohit, Kohli on the back foot

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

According to Cricbuzz, Indian cricketers could collectively be staring at losses of around Rs 150-200 crore in endorsements.

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Group C promises one of the most competitive battles at the T20 World Cup, with former champions England and West Indies joined by ambitious sides Scotland, Nepal and debutants Italy.

Salman Khan's Adorable Maatrubhumi Moment

Salman Khan's Adorable Maatrubhumi Moment

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Film folk celebrated Republic Day by capturing their patriotic spirit through pictures and messages on social media.

Aussie star wary of India's spin threat at Women's WC

Aussie star wary of India's spin threat at Women's WC

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Batting stalwart Alyssa Healy has acknowledged that Australia will have to negotiate the spin challenge in a big way to stake claim to the World Cup for a record-extending eighth time in the Indian subcontinent.

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Doubles is not a sideshow: Yuki Bhambri on re-invention and right support

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Mhatre, Raghuvanshi, Kotian star attractions as 280 players go under the hammer

Fearless, ruthless! Stoinis in awe of India's young T20 stars

Fearless, ruthless! Stoinis in awe of India's young T20 stars

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has been left supremely impressed by the quality of youngsters in the Punjab Kings squad as well as the Indian T20 set up on the sidlelines of the IPL.

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Beating Retreat echoes with Vande Mataram, military might, Op Sindoor

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram' was the overriding theme of the ceremonial event held at the Vijay Chowk and presided over by President Droupadi Murmu, who arrived at the venue in a traditional buggy to the sound of bugles, adding a ceremonial grace to the occasion.

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Mitchell, who was instrumental in New Zealand's historic ODI series win over India on January 18, is the new World No 1 batter in ODIs.

SKY, Gambhir visit Puri temple ahead of SA showdown

SKY, Gambhir visit Puri temple ahead of SA showdown

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

India cricketers, along with coach Gautam Gambhir, visited Shri Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri on Tuesday to seek blessings ahead of the first T2OI of the five-match series against South Africa, set to be played on the same day at Cuttack's Barabati Stadium.

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

T20 World Cup: Why Varun Chakravarthy's Magic Is Fading

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy is becoming less effective in T20 Internationals as top teams develop strategies to decode his variations.

PIX: Hardik stars as India whip South Africa to win T20I series

PIX: Hardik stars as India whip South Africa to win T20I series

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Images from the fifth T20 International between India and South Africa, in Ahmedabad, on Friday.

Anjum backs Harmanpreet as 'best person' to lead India

Anjum backs Harmanpreet as 'best person' to lead India

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Former India star Anjum Chopra believes Harmanpreet Kaur remains the "best person" to lead the women's national team even as debates around captaincy resurface ahead of a busy international season and the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL).

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin said that while everyone wants Virat Kohli back playing Tests for India, his decision to retire was his choice, and it should be respected.

How the Middle East crisis has affected sporting events and athletes

How the Middle East crisis has affected sporting events and athletes

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The escalating conflict involving the U.S. and Israel with Iran has led to widespread disruption in the world of sports, with events postponed, travel plans thrown into chaos, and athletes seeking asylum.

Rajput brings 'Khadoos' spirit to UAE cricket, eyes T20 WC spot

Rajput brings 'Khadoos' spirit to UAE cricket, eyes T20 WC spot

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'See, it's a journey for me because I like challenges. And getting to these smaller teams and making them grow, that makes me very happy.'

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There are three aspects of the decision taken jointly by Agarkar and Gambhir with the blessings of someone very powerful in Indian cricket ecosystem. First, they are on same page that both Rohit and Virat Kohli aren't exactly in their scheme of things for the 2027 World Cup.

Can India's Fab 8 Script T20 World Cup History?

Can India's Fab 8 Script T20 World Cup History?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The eight players who featured in India's World Cup triumph in 2024 will aim to repeat their magic from two years ago.

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

With Abhishek Sharma hospitalised with a stomach bug, Sanju Samson is set to get another opportunity at the top of the order.

Ignored for Aus ODIs, Jadeja to play Ranji Trophy

Ignored for Aus ODIs, Jadeja to play Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Ravindra Jadeja was not picked for the ODI series in Australia, something he said was "not a surprise" after being informed of the team management's plans.

India's cricket star Raina to wed on Friday

India's cricket star Raina to wed on Friday

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

The pre-wedding ceremonies of star India cricketer Suresh Raina were held on Wednesday, ahead of the 'big day' on Friday.

Gough enticed by Indian Cricket League

Gough enticed by Indian Cricket League

Rediff.com16 May 2007

The England pacer says he is expecting a call from the organisers.

'Looking forward to Sanju playing before his home crowd'

'Looking forward to Sanju playing before his home crowd'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Congress MP, Shashi Tharoor wished Sanju and Team India success, anticipating that the match would be a fitting climax to the series.

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Bacchey bade ho jate hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti.'

Kohli Retires, Anushka's Heartfelt Post Goes Viral

Kohli Retires, Anushka's Heartfelt Post Goes Viral

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Anushka Sharma, 37, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram praising her husband.

From SKY to Rinku: How India Built Their T20 WC Team

From SKY to Rinku: How India Built Their T20 WC Team

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

As India gear up for the T20 World Cup at home, the selectors have backed a squad built on impact, and versatility.

Excited to work with Ganguly in SA20: Maharaj

Excited to work with Ganguly in SA20: Maharaj

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Pretoria Capitals' skipper Keshav Maharaj is excited to have greats Sourav Ganguly and Shaun Pollock as part of their coaching staff in SA20.

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

"Shah Rukh Khan should apologise to nation": Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on KKR picking Bangladesh player

Gambhir urges players to play domestic cricket

Gambhir urges players to play domestic cricket

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Both the stars were woefully out of form during the just-concluded Test series against Australia that the visitors lost 1-3 to surrender the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as well as a spot in the World Test Championship final.

Rose petals, dhol beats as World Cup winners reach Delhi

Rose petals, dhol beats as World Cup winners reach Delhi

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The victorious Indian women's cricket team led by Harmanpreet Kaur touched down in the national capital on Tuesday evening for its meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday.

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Both Suryavanshi and skipper Mhatre are coming into the tournament following a great run of form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants outclass Mumbai, seal Eliminator berth

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants outclass Mumbai, seal Eliminator berth

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Skipper Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham starred with bat and ball as Gujarat Giants finally broke their jinx against defending champions Mumbai Indians with an 11-run victory to seal a spot in the Women's Premier League Eliminator, in Vadodara, on Friday.

U-19 World Cup: In-form India start favourites against Afghanistan in semis

U-19 World Cup: In-form India start favourites against Afghanistan in semis

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

India will be overwhelming favourites against Afghanistan in the semi-final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup, in Harare, on Wednesday.

Sensational Suryavanshi blasts his way into record books again!

Sensational Suryavanshi blasts his way into record books again!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Smashes second fastest T20 hundred by an Indian batter at India A's Asia Cup Rising Stars match against UAE on Friday.

Samson's homecoming as India sweat over Axar's fitness

Samson's homecoming as India sweat over Axar's fitness

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Sanju Samson seeks revival with home support as India manage injuries and combinations against New Zealand in the final T20I before the World Cup.

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

'See, he had the power, the support, so you expected certain kind of toughness, stubbornness from him but he would do things for Indian cricket.'

Mystery Afghan spinner confident of keeping spot in MI

Mystery Afghan spinner confident of keeping spot in MI

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Growing up, he sharpened his skill watching videos of West Indian spinner Sunil Narine and Indian legend Ravichandran Ashwin. He was fortunate to meet Ashwin during a stint with KKR in the IPL.

Sundar stars as India down Australia to level series 1-1

Sundar stars as India down Australia to level series 1-1

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Washington Sundar enhanced his reputation as a T20 hitter with India batting in top gear through the innings to comfortably chase down a target of 187 for a series levelling five-wicket win over Australia.

'Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain'

'Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

For greater good, Harmanpreet can make way for Smriti as captain: Shantha Rangaswamy

WPL: RCB chase final spot, UPW fight to stay alive

WPL: RCB chase final spot, UPW fight to stay alive

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to make amends with the bat after two consecutive defeats and lock their berth in the final when they take on a depleted UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League in Vadodara