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WTC Final: Smith vs Rabada battle steals the spotlight

WTC Final: Smith vs Rabada battle steals the spotlight

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The spotlight in the World Test Championship Final is on the electrifying duel between Australia's batting mainstay Steve Smith and South Africa's pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada.

How serious is Ben Stokes' injury?

How serious is Ben Stokes' injury?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Ben Stokes seemed to be struggling with problem with his groin on his right side late on the opening day.

Smith out of WTC final with dislocated finger

Smith out of WTC final with dislocated finger

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Australia's senior batter Steve Smith has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's after suffering a compound dislocation of his right pinkie on Friday.

'Somebody's wife is calling...'

'Somebody's wife is calling...'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Bumrah was speaking about tackling with judgment when the funny moment took place.

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

'My connection with SRH is built on trust, respect, and years of shared passion. I'll always stand by this team.'

With Pant Out, India's Next Wicketkeeping Star Is Ready?

With Pant Out, India's Next Wicketkeeping Star Is Ready?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The 24-year-old Jurel stepped in as keeper twice during the series - once after Pant took a blow to his finger in the third Test at Lord's, and again in the Manchester Test when Pant sustained a foot injury that ruled him out.

Over 600 people fall ill during Puri Rath Yatra; several hurt, 9 critical

Over 600 people fall ill during Puri Rath Yatra; several hurt, 9 critical

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Around 70 people were undergoing treatment at the District Headquarters Hospital in Puri, with nine reported to be in critical condition, an official said.

Injury-hit India face must-win battle at Old Trafford

Injury-hit India face must-win battle at Old Trafford

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

An injury-plagued India could be forced to depart from their preferred template when they takes on a reinvigorated England in the fourth Test starting in Manchester on Wednesday.

The Indian batter who has troubled Eng pacer Wood the most...

The Indian batter who has troubled Eng pacer Wood the most...

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Speaking about Pant, Wood highlighted the wicketkeeper-batter's fearlessness as his biggest strength.

Why No Indian Players Will Feature in SA20

Why No Indian Players Will Feature in SA20

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The BCCI bars active Indian cricketers -- international or domestic -- from playing in overseas leagues to protect the IPL's exclusivity.

What will India's 'perfect plan' be on Day 5?

What will India's 'perfect plan' be on Day 5?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'We've got some solid batsmen in the dressing room. And yeah, it's exciting in every way.'

'All we needed was...' Gill laments after close defeat

'All we needed was...' Gill laments after close defeat

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill was "extremely proud" of the fight that his team put up after being down and out but rued the absence of one fifty partnership and Rishabh Pant's first innings run-out in their 22-run defeat against England in the third Test at the Lord's.

'He risked a lot': Pant's one-legged heroics

'He risked a lot': Pant's one-legged heroics

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

"If anyone doubted he was ever a team man, they got to see it first-hand today. That requires more than just steel," Shastri said in a video posted by the BCCI on its website.

WTC Final: Anderson Has Some Handy Tips For Seamers!

WTC Final: Anderson Has Some Handy Tips For Seamers!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

With South Africa's seam attack featuring Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, and Marco Jansen and Australia having Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and the ever-dependable Josh Hazlewood in their lineup, the battle between the two sides' fast bowlers is likely to be critical in determining the outcome of the World Test Championship final, as per ICC website.

Spin could be major factor but adapting is key: Smith

Spin could be major factor but adapting is key: Smith

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'It does look like quite a dry surface and I think the footmarks will definitely come into play as the game wears on.'

Bavuma out; Maharaj to captain SA in Zimbabwe series

Bavuma out; Maharaj to captain SA in Zimbabwe series

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the two-Test series against Zimbabwe that starts in Bulawayo on June 28 after he failed to recover from a hamstring injury sustained in the World Test Championship final win over Australia at Lord's.

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Siraj dismissed Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton before bowling Gus Atkinson to end the match.

Jaiswal Equals Azharuddin's Massive Test Feat!

Jaiswal Equals Azharuddin's Massive Test Feat!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal completes 1,000 Test runs against England.

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

On this day in 2021, batting maestro Virat Kohli delivered his iconic speech during the team hurdle, "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there."

Relentless Stokes leading the way for England

Relentless Stokes leading the way for England

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

England captain Ben Stokes broke his own record for the most overs bowled by himself during a Test series.

Kamboj or Prasidh: Who'll be India's third seamer?

Kamboj or Prasidh: Who'll be India's third seamer?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Soon after gently rolling his arm over in the field of play, Akash Deep cut a forlorn figure as uncapped Anshul Kamboj and Prasidh Krishna bowled full tilt at India's first outdoor training session ahead of the fourth Test.

Rishabh Pant slams 'irritating' Dukes ball

Rishabh Pant slams 'irritating' Dukes ball

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Rishabh Pant said the Dukes balls being used in the current Test series against England are losing their shape very quickly and cannot be good for the game.

Will India Drop Jadeja Or Sundar To Include Kuldeep?

Will India Drop Jadeja Or Sundar To Include Kuldeep?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

India should seriously consider playing Kuldeep but it will be selection dilemma: Harmison

Bumrah to Join Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin in Test Exit?

Bumrah to Join Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin in Test Exit?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Bumrah's pace has dropped noticeably in the ongoing fourth Test against England in Manchester - from his usual 140kph to the 130-135kph range. While he consistently touched 140-plus at Headingley and Lord's, Old Trafford has told a different story.

Cummins vows to do 'whatever it takes' for Ashes return

Cummins vows to do 'whatever it takes' for Ashes return

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Pat Cummins, who is down with a back injury, will miss the upcoming white-ball games against New Zealand and India and also the Sheffield Shield matches in the run-up to the Ashes.

Modi, RSS cartoons: SC to hear cartoonist's bail plea

Modi, RSS cartoons: SC to hear cartoonist's bail plea

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the anticipatory bail plea of a cartoonist accused of uploading objectionable cartoons of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS workers on social media. The Madhya Pradesh High Court had previously refused to grant him relief, observing it was a gross misuse of freedom of speech.

Jadeja shatters multiple records with gritty knock!

Jadeja shatters multiple records with gritty knock!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Steely Jadeja completes 7,000 international runs, joins Ganguly, Dhoni, Pant.

Kashmir cut off from rest of India; Yamuna threatens Delhi

Kashmir cut off from rest of India; Yamuna threatens Delhi

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Incessant rains and flooding have caused widespread disruption in northern India, with states like Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir facing landslides, road closures, and displacement. Rescue efforts are underway as authorities grapple with the aftermath of the deluge.

Crafty Sundar Finds A Place Among Spin Legends!

Crafty Sundar Finds A Place Among Spin Legends!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

He returned with figures of 4-22 in 12.1 overs to join an elite list comprising legends Vinoo Mankad, Bishan Singh Bedi, Bhagwat Chandrasekhar and Srinivas Venkataraghavan, who have taken four wickets or more at the iconic venue.

Rahul's English Summer of Maturity and Mastery

Rahul's English Summer of Maturity and Mastery

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

With over 500 runs, six crucial catches, the most by an Indian on the tour, Rahul led by example and lived up to his wiseman tag.

ED 'crossing all limits', says Supreme Court

ED 'crossing all limits', says Supreme Court

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over the Enforcement Directorate summoning advocates for offering legal advice or representing clients during investigations, calling for guidelines on the matter.

Pant Sets Record, Then Walks Off With Finger Injury

Pant Sets Record, Then Walks Off With Finger Injury

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Commentators speculated the injury might be a fracture, though the extent of the damage remains unconfirmed.

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Leading By Example: The Gill Effect In Numbers!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill had a phenomenal Test series against England, leading a young Indian side in transition to a 2-2 draw and earning the Player of the Series award.

Bumrah is back - 'They should be worried'

Bumrah is back - 'They should be worried'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Varun Aaron said that the England batting unit is not going to be "very comfortable" heading into the third Test against India at Lord's

PIX: King Kohli Lords It Over The Knights At Eden

PIX: King Kohli Lords It Over The Knights At Eden

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Kohli's 55th IPL half-century laid the platform before skipper Rajat Patidar hit a quickfire 34 off 16 balls to help RCB kickoff their campaign on a positive note.

Ulundu Kozhukattai, Tamil Nadu's Savoury Modaks

Ulundu Kozhukattai, Tamil Nadu's Savoury Modaks

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

In Tamil Nadu a steamed, spicy delicacy, looking like a modak, is made for Vinayak Chaturthi.

Jurel, Kuldeep named in Central Zone squad

Jurel, Kuldeep named in Central Zone squad

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Dhruv Jurel, who impressed during India's series-levelling tour of England, was on Thursday named captain of Central Zone for the season-opening Duleep Trophy, set to begin on August 28 in Bengaluru.

WTC Final: 'South Africa can upset Australia': AB de Villiers

WTC Final: 'South Africa can upset Australia': AB de Villiers

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

A B de Villiers described South Africa's squad as a well-balanced unit and backed them to pull off an upset against defending champions Australia.

Kanwariyas punch, kick CRPF jawan at UP station after spat

Kanwariyas punch, kick CRPF jawan at UP station after spat

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

The CRPF CRPF) jawan was going to catch the Brahmaputra Express, while the kanwariyas (devotees of Lord Shiva) also wanted to buy tickets for the same train for going to Baidyanath Dham in Jharkhand. An argument broke out between them over purchasing the tickets.

'This Shock May Trigger Suicides'

'This Shock May Trigger Suicides'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Marathwada is the suicide capital of Maharashtra.' 'To stop such man-made disasters, the government should immediately come up with a rightful package, not this charitable approach to compensation.'