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Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy win showcases a remarkable transformation in Indian cricket, fueled by Delhi's cricketing influence and strategic leadership.

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

IPL 2026 Preview: Tragedy, Redemption and Kohli-Rohit Spotlight

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.

Ranji Trophy final: Yawer Hassan delivers when J&K needed him most

Ranji Trophy final: Yawer Hassan delivers when J&K needed him most

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Yawer Hassan said a calm adherence to process and an intent to respond to conditions rather than reputation helped him produce a crucial innings on the opening day of their maiden Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka.

IPL 2026: RCB's Winning Start: The Men Who Mattered

IPL 2026: RCB's Winning Start: The Men Who Mattered

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.

IPL: RCB to assemble at Chinnaswamy on March 15

IPL: RCB to assemble at Chinnaswamy on March 15

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) president, Venkatesh Prasad, has expressed confidence that the remaining security enhancements at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium will be completed before the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad arrives on March 15.

Chinnaswamy Gets Greenlight To Host IPL Games

Chinnaswamy Gets Greenlight To Host IPL Games

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

KSCA receives government permission to host international and IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

From Two Grounds to Ranji Glory: J&K's Journey to the Top

From Two Grounds to Ranji Glory: J&K's Journey to the Top

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

'Each generation has gone through the hardships and the fruit of labour can't taste sweeter than this.'

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed excitement ahead of the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying the tournament always brings energy, passion and unpredictable results.

Ranji Trophy: 'It took 67 years': Manhas on J&K glory

Ranji Trophy: 'It took 67 years': Manhas on J&K glory

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas announced plans to construct new cricket stadiums in Jammu and Kashmir to further develop cricket in the region after their maiden Ranji Trophy title win.

'Discipline Is the Main Thing': Lotra on J&K's Run to Final

'Discipline Is the Main Thing': Lotra on J&K's Run to Final

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

This is just the beginning, said Sahil Lotra as Auqib Nabi's seventh five-wicket haul and Qamran Iqbal's unbeaten 94 put Jammu & Kashmir on the brink of a historic maiden Ranji Trophy title against Karnataka.

J&K's Nabi Impresses Ganguly: National call-up looms?

J&K's Nabi Impresses Ganguly: National call-up looms?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly lauded Jammu and Kashmir's performance in the Ranji Trophy, particularly highlighting pacer Auqib Nabi's potential for national representation.

IPL 2026: Kohli-Padikkal guide RCB to dominant win over Titans after Sudharsan's 3rd IPL ton

IPL 2026: Kohli-Padikkal guide RCB to dominant win over Titans after Sudharsan's 3rd IPL ton

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

B Sai Sudharsan's magnificent century propelled Gujarat Titans to a competitive total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match. His innings defied T20 conventions, proving runs can be made without aggressive hitting.

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Karun Nair and Ravichandran Smaran made double hundreds as Karnataka gained upper hand over Kerala on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir skipper Paras Dogra downplayed an on-field incident where he headbutted Karnataka player KV Aneesh during the Ranji Trophy final, stating it was a heat-of-the-moment occurrence that has been resolved.

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Indian cricket is entering the T20 World Cup inspired not just by its legends, but by a fearless new generation that is already winning World Cups.

IPL 2026 RCB vs SRH: Kohli, Duffy, Padikkal shine as RCB cruise past SRH in opener

IPL 2026 RCB vs SRH: Kohli, Duffy, Padikkal shine as RCB cruise past SRH in opener

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's 26-ball-61 crusted with class and Virat Kohli's masterly unbeaten half-century powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Post T20 WC snub, Gill eyes fresh start in VHT

Post T20 WC snub, Gill eyes fresh start in VHT

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill is set to use the Vijay Hazare Trophy as his first platform for response after being left out of India's 2026 T20 World Cup squad.

IPL record-breaker Gowtham calls it quits

IPL record-breaker Gowtham calls it quits

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Karnataka all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham, who made headlines by becoming the most expensive uncapped player in IPL history some years ago, announced his retirement from all forms cricket on Monday.

IPL 2026: 'Ye tera ground hai': Rahul's fiery DC entry goes viral

IPL 2026: 'Ye tera ground hai': Rahul's fiery DC entry goes viral

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian batter KL Rahul has joined Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League season.

Ranji Trophy Final, Day 1: J&K seize early control after Pundir's unbeaten ton

Ranji Trophy Final, Day 1: J&K seize early control after Pundir's unbeaten ton

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Updates from Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy final between Jammu & Kashmir and Karnataka, in Hubbali on Tuesday.

Kumble, Srinath, Joshi, Bharadwaj in KSCA Advisory panel

Kumble, Srinath, Joshi, Bharadwaj in KSCA Advisory panel

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Former India stars Anil Kumble, Javagal Srinath, Sunil Joshi and Vijay Bharadwaj have been drafted into the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) formed by the KSCA to improve the standard of the game across the state.

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir claimed their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, with captain Paras Dogra and player Qamran Iqbal expressing their joy and gratitude after the historic win against Karnataka.

Poonawalla confirms interest in acquiring RCB

Poonawalla confirms interest in acquiring RCB

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Pharma tycoon Adar Poonawalla has emerged as a potential suitor for the Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru, sparking fresh speculation around a possible change in ownership of one of the league's most high-profile teams.

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced the schedule for the first phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

KL Rahul admits retirement thought crossed his mind

KL Rahul admits retirement thought crossed his mind

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

KL Rahul has admitted that the thought of retirement did cross his mind but the India batter says it is still "some time away" and he will not drag on when the time comes.

What stops RCB from returning to Chinnaswamy?

What stops RCB from returning to Chinnaswamy?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

The ball is in RCB court, it's their responsibility to come back to Chinnaswamy: Prasad

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Defending champions RCB head into IPL 2026 with a balanced squad, strong batting core and pace attack, aiming for back-to-back titles after their historic 2025 triumph.

Why matches were moved out of Chinnaswamy Stadium

Why matches were moved out of Chinnaswamy Stadium

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The Karnataka State Cricket Association has failed to comply with the safety and security requirements at M Chinnaswamy stadium, said Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.

Shardul, Jaiswal back in Mumbai squad for Ranji quarters

Shardul, Jaiswal back in Mumbai squad for Ranji quarters

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Shardul Thakur and Yashasvi Jaiswal return to Mumbai's squad for the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Karnataka from February 6 to 10, at MCA-BKC Ground.

Overconfident India outsmarted by Proteas: Gavaskar

Overconfident India outsmarted by Proteas: Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar says India played with overconfidence and failed to adapt in their 76-run T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa, and backs Axar Patel's return for the Zimbabwe clash.

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Since the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008, only four cricketers have played a match in all 18 IPL seasons.

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal to lead K'taka against Punjab

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal to lead K'taka against Punjab

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Padikkal replaces Agarwal as Karnataka skipper; Injured Karun to miss Punjab game

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai rout Hyderabad; Bengal enter quarters, MP, Andhra post big wins

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai rout Hyderabad; Bengal enter quarters, MP, Andhra post big wins

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Mumbai sealed a bonus-point victory with a nine-wicket thrashing of Hyderabad in their Group D Ranji Trophy match, in Hyderabad, on Sunday.

IPL hopes brighten for Chinnaswamy!

IPL hopes brighten for Chinnaswamy!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Decision on IPL matches at Chinnaswamy stadium after discussing it in Cabinet meet: Karnataka DyCM Shivakumar

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Justice Cunha Commission which was constituted to investigate the June 4 stampede, had reportedly concluded in its report that the "design and structure" of the stadium were "unsuitable and unsafe" for mass gatherings

Kumble says Karnataka cricket progressed under him, slams Patel

Kumble says Karnataka cricket progressed under him, slams Patel

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Former India captain and Karnataka State Cricket Association president Anil Kumble said that the KSCA was able to work for the progress of cricket in the state because his team was successful in keeping away former secretary Brijesh Patel and his associates from the helm of affairs.

Bengal trounce Andhra; march into Ranji Trophy semis

Bengal trounce Andhra; march into Ranji Trophy semis

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Bengal marched into the semi-finals of the Ranji Trophy after registering a comprehensive innings and 90 runs victory over Andhra in Kalyani on Tuesday.

Gill, Jadeja, Siraj headline Ranji Trophy restart

Gill, Jadeja, Siraj headline Ranji Trophy restart

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

All eyes will be on Shubman Gill when Ranji Trophy resumes on Thursday after India's Test and ODI captain decided against taking a break and opting to turn up for Punjab against Saurashtra in a key Group B clash in Rajkot.