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Rohit Sharma remains India's first-choice opener for 2027 World Cup: Aakash Chopra

Rohit Sharma remains India's first-choice opener for 2027 World Cup: Aakash Chopra

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Former India batter Aakash Chopra has said Rohit Sharma should remain India's first-choice ODI opener until the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup as long as he is fit, available and continues to score runs.

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

The Wait Is Over! Sooryavanshi Gets Emotional India Debut

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Sooryavanshi, at just 15 years old, made his emotional T20I debut for India, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat. He received his maiden cap from Tilak Varma amidst applause from his teammates, marking a dream come true.

Archer Jadhav finds Shane Watson's winning formula

Archer Jadhav finds Shane Watson's winning formula

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian archer Sahil Jadhav, preparing for the Asian Games, has found valuable insights into managing pressure and staying focused from former Australian cricketer Shane Watson's self-help book, 'The Winner's Mindset'.

Shastri says Rohit gave critics a 'tight slap with the bat'

Shastri says Rohit gave critics a 'tight slap with the bat'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Rohit Sharma's century at Lord's not only secured a victory for India but also effectively ended speculation about his ODI future.

Can India Become New Power Centre Of Global Chess?

Can India Become New Power Centre Of Global Chess?

Rediff.com7 days ago

'India should hold several high-level chess tournaments that would attract the world's top players so that the country will have a say in the game.'

Vaibhav's game awareness has skyrocketed in last six months, says V V S Laxman

Vaibhav's game awareness has skyrocketed in last six months, says V V S Laxman

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's interim head coach VVS Laxman on Sunday said Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's game awareness has "skyrocketed" in the last six months, with the teenage batting sensation's growing maturity helping him handle pressure situations in the early stages of his international career.

Smriti Mandhana Named in TIME's 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026

Smriti Mandhana Named in TIME's 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Smriti Mandhana is the only Indian named in TIME's 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list, joining global icons such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James after another record-breaking year in cricket.

'India call-up fulfilment of his dream': Yash Thakur's emotional tribute to late father

'India call-up fulfilment of his dream': Yash Thakur's emotional tribute to late father

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Vidarbha pacer Yash Thakur, 27, has received his maiden India call-up for the upcoming T20 International tour of Zimbabwe, a dream he shared with his late father.

How Bishnoi's No-Balls Cost India Victory In Manchester

How Bishnoi's No-Balls Cost India Victory In Manchester

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Ishan Kishan believes India must solve their middle-overs slowdown and adapt better to English conditions to find the extra runs after suffering a four-wicket defeat against England in the second T20 International in Manchester on Saturday.

Rahmat Shah takes helm as Afghanistan's Test and ODI captain

Rahmat Shah takes helm as Afghanistan's Test and ODI captain

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Rahmat Shah has been appointed as the new Test and ODI captain for the Afghanistan national cricket team, replacing Hashmatullah Shahidi. Shah, who previously served as vice-captain, will lead the team alongside Rahmanullah Gurbaz as vice-captain, starting with the upcoming series against Ireland. Shahidi's tenure saw significant victories and milestones for Afghan cricket, including strong performances in the 2023 World Cup.

Bangladesh Cricket Board Leadership Ousted, Ad-hoc Committee Appointed

Bangladesh Cricket Board Leadership Ousted, Ad-hoc Committee Appointed

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been dissolved and replaced with an ad-hoc committee following internal disputes and government intervention. Former captain Tamim Iqbal will lead the committee, tasked with holding elections within 90 days.

Ignored by India, Kuldeep gets big County deal

Ignored by India, Kuldeep gets big County deal

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed an eight-game deal with Yorkshire for the ongoing English county season, participating in both the Metro Bank One Day Cup and the Rothesay County Championship. Concurrently, uncapped Indian all-rounder Ashutosh Sharma made an impressive debut for Hampshire, taking three wickets in a one-day match against Yorkshire.

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh? Former Assam player set to take over as India's fielding coach

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh? Former Assam player set to take over as India's fielding coach

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Former Assam and Railways cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh is poised to become Team India's new fielding coach, replacing T Dilip, with the BCCI making significant changes to the team management.

End of Ben Stokes era: Iconic highs and dark lows

End of Ben Stokes era: Iconic highs and dark lows

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career defined by match-winning brilliance, iconic Ashes moments, World Cup glory, and a transformative impact on English cricket across all formats.

2nd T20I: Hurt India Seek Revenge After Shock Loss To Ireland

2nd T20I: Hurt India Seek Revenge After Shock Loss To Ireland

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

India's star-studded top order will be under pressure to make amends when they take on a buoyant Ireland in the second and final T20I in Belfast on Sunday.

'Sooryavanshi Was Rushed': Jaffer Blames Media Hype

'Sooryavanshi Was Rushed': Jaffer Blames Media Hype

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has criticised the Indian cricket team's selection policy, particularly regarding the T20I debuts of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the inconsistent opportunities given to Sanju Samson. Jaffer believes Sooryavanshi was rushed into the team due to media hype, while Samson deserves a more consistent run.

Emotional Wagner retires from international cricket

Emotional Wagner retires from international cricket

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

New Zealand paceman Neil Wagner called time on his 64-Test career on Tuesday, bowing out as the nation's fifth highest wicket-taker with 260 victims after being informed he would not be selected in the upcoming series against Australia.

Akash Deep, Mukesh Kumar honoured with Bihar DSP posts

Akash Deep, Mukesh Kumar honoured with Bihar DSP posts

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian fast bowlers Akash Deep and Mukesh Kumar were on Friday appointed as Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) by the Bihar government under its 'Medal Lao, Naukri Pao' policy, with Akash calling it a "big responsibility" and urging students to maintain peace amid the ongoing protests over the alleged NEET paper leak.

Tanzid Hasan's Unbeaten 66 Secures Bangladesh T20 Series Win Over Zimbabwe

Tanzid Hasan's Unbeaten 66 Secures Bangladesh T20 Series Win Over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Bangladesh secured a 2-1 T20 series victory over Zimbabwe, winning the final match by four wickets. Opener Tanzid Hasan's unbeaten 66 and a crucial partnership with Towhid Hridoy were instrumental in chasing down Zimbabwe's target of 143.

'Captaincy Burned Me Out': Ben Stokes to Retire After Third Test

'Captaincy Burned Me Out': Ben Stokes to Retire After Third Test

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

England captain Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand, saying the demands of captaincy had burned him out after a remarkable career featuring World Cup glory and Ashes heroics.

England All-Rounder Jacob Bethell To Miss The Hundred With Injury

England All-Rounder Jacob Bethell To Miss The Hundred With Injury

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

England all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the 2026 edition of The Hundred due to a knee injury sustained during the recent one-day international series against India.

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

How Auqib Nabi Made It To Team India

Rediff.com5 days ago

Auqib Nabi proved unstoppable with the ball last season -- picking up 60 wickets in 10 matches at an incredible average of 12.56 last season to help J&K script history by winning its first Ranji Trophy title.

PIX: When India Women Made History At Lord's

PIX: When India Women Made History At Lord's

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India defeated England by 270 runs in the first women's Test match ever held at Lord's, with the hosts bowled out for 186 while chasing a target of 457.

Cricket Venue Breaks Ground For 2028 Olympics Return

Cricket Venue Breaks Ground For 2028 Olympics Return

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta marked the ground breaking of the cricket venue for the 2028 Olympics as a historic moment, fulfilling a 128-year promise to bring cricket back to the global stage. The venue, also home to the Los Angeles Knight Riders, signifies cricket's growing global appeal and its integration into the Olympic movement.

Raichandani, Virk Lead India U-19's Strong Reply

Raichandani, Virk Lead India U-19's Strong Reply

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Opener Lakshay Rajesh Raichandani scored an unbeaten 196, supported by Sagar Virk's 134, to lead India U-19 to 378 for three on day three of the first Youth Test against Sri Lanka U-19. India trails Sri Lanka's first innings total of 424 for nine by 46 runs.

'Hard work in domestic cricket paid off': Manav Suthar on India debut

'Hard work in domestic cricket paid off': Manav Suthar on India debut

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

It's a dream come true for young Manav Suthar. His maiden India call up for the one-off Test against Afghanistan came after learning the ropes through street cricket and ignoring constant discouragement from people not to pick the game as career option.

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gambhir on India's struggles in UK

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has attributed the team's poor performance in the ongoing UK T20 tour to a transitional 'reset', a lack of game awareness, and failure to correctly read conditions, following their heaviest-ever T20I defeat.

'I tried to talk him down': McCullum on Stokes' retirement

'I tried to talk him down': McCullum on Stokes' retirement

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

England coach Brendon McCullum revealed he tried to convince Ben Stokes not to retire, calling the Test captain a "leader of men" whose leadership and presence will be impossible to replace as England prepare for a new era.

Nepal apologise after Bhutan batter's 'timed out' dismissal

Nepal apologise after Bhutan batter's 'timed out' dismissal

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Cricket Association of Nepal apologised after its players got a Bhutan batter 'timed out' in Thursday's ACC Women's Premier Cup match, saying the dismissal was within the laws but did not reflect the spirit of the game it wanted to uphold.

Meet Dr Ros Rivaz, ICC's new face after Indra Nooyi

Meet Dr Ros Rivaz, ICC's new face after Indra Nooyi

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The ICC has announced the appointment of Dr. Ros Rivaz as its new Independent Director, succeeding Indra Nooyi. Rivaz brings extensive experience in governance, corporate strategy, and operational effectiveness to the role.

Rohit Sharma will continue to play after Lord's ODI, confirms BCCI

Rohit Sharma will continue to play after Lord's ODI, confirms BCCI

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The BCCI on Friday rubbished speculation about Rohit Sharma's future, stating he will continue to play for India after the series-deciding third and final ODI against England at Lord's on Sunday.

Rohit's Century In Vain As England Down India To Win ODI Series 2-1

Rohit's Century In Vain As England Down India To Win ODI Series 2-1

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Rohit Sharma got back among the runs with a blistering century but England managed to overpower India by 27 runs in the third and final ODI at Lord's on Sunday, to claim the three-match ODI series 2-1.

Mystery Spinner Usman Tariq Hits Out At Batters Over Action Queries

Mystery Spinner Usman Tariq Hits Out At Batters Over Action Queries

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Pakistani mystery spinner Usman Tariq has expressed frustration over batters repeatedly questioning the legality of his bowling action. He highlighted incidents involving Tim David, Tom Banton, and Cameron Green, asserting that umpires should be the sole arbiters of his action, which has previously been cleared by the ICC.

Parthiv Patel Backs Rohit Sharma To Deliver Defining Hundred

Parthiv Patel Backs Rohit Sharma To Deliver Defining Hundred

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Former India player Parthiv Patel has expressed confidence that Rohit Sharma will silence critics with a defining century in the series-deciding third ODI against England, amidst speculation that it could be his last international game. Reports suggest selectors have indicated Rohit is not in their plans for the 2027 World Cup, leading to retirement or dropping possibilities.

Pujara reveals why England felt like his second home

Pujara reveals why England felt like his second home

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara has reflected on his special connection with England after being awarded an honorary life membership of the MCC, calling it a "home away from home" due to his long experience playing county cricket and memorable moments at Lord's.

'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has clarified that Sanju Samson has received full clarity regarding his role after being dropped from the playing XI for the ongoing T20I series against England.

ODI World Cup 2027 likely to be played from October 4 to November 21

ODI World Cup 2027 likely to be played from October 4 to November 21

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup is provisionally scheduled to be held from October 4 to November 21 across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, according to a report by ESPNcricinfo.

Sehwag revives Lord's balcony memory as Sourav Ganguly turns 54

Sehwag revives Lord's balcony memory as Sourav Ganguly turns 54

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Virender Sehwag paid a heartfelt tribute to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 54th birthday on Wednesday, recalling the famous shirt-waving celebration at Lord's that remains one of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket.

Equally talented but mindset separates Virat Kohli and KL Rahul: Wasim Jaffer

Equally talented but mindset separates Virat Kohli and KL Rahul: Wasim Jaffer

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Former India opener and coach Wasim Jaffer believes KL Rahul has the talent and technical ability to match Virat Kohli but said Kohli's elite mindset and consistency are what set him apart.

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

Rediff.com5 days ago

The fifth edition of the J&K Open golf tournament, featuring a doubled prize purse of Rs 1 crore, is set to begin at the Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. Defending champion Shaurya Bhattacharya will compete against top Indian professionals and international players, with the event also aiming to boost golf tourism in the region.