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Youngsters will carry confidence of IPL into SL series, says Bhuvneshwar

Youngsters will carry confidence of IPL into SL series, says Bhuvneshwar

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

The likes of Devdutt Padikkal, Chetan Sakaria, Nitish Rana, Krishnappa Gowtham, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Varun Chakravarthy earned their maiden India call-up after they impressed in the IPL earlier this year, which was suspended due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Cricket Buzz: Jhulan Goswami back for T20s after injury lay-off

Cricket Buzz: Jhulan Goswami back for T20s after injury lay-off

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Veteran seamer Jhulan Goswami was named in the Indian women's team for the T20 tri-series involving Australia and England with Harmanpreet Kaur back as the leader.

If England Get Rid Of Kohli, Surya Early...

If England Get Rid Of Kohli, Surya Early...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Out of India's total tally of 842 runs in five matches, the duo has rattled up 471 runs -- which accounts to 55 percent of the runs -- at a strike rate of 160.

BCCI wins case against former IPL team Deccan Chargers

BCCI wins case against former IPL team Deccan Chargers

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

The IPL Governing Council had terminated Deccan Chargers in 2012, a move that the franchise had challenged.

Esports is now official in India

Esports is now official in India

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) too, is going big on popularising e-Sport with Singapore being confirmed to host the inaugural Olympic Esports Week in June next year.

What makes this IPL extra special?

What makes this IPL extra special?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

The IPL will get underway from September 19 in the UAE, moved out of India due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meet Indian cricket's unsung hero

Meet Indian cricket's unsung hero

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Rahane's game is a judicious mix of caution and aggression, which enables him to adjust splendidly to any situation, says Haresh Pandya.

PHOTOS: Wong 'tricks' to send MI into WPL final

PHOTOS: Wong 'tricks' to send MI into WPL final

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

IMAGES from the Women's Premier League match played between Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz in Navi Mumbai on Friday.

New IPL teams: Goenka gets Lucknow; CVC bags Ahmedabad

New IPL teams: Goenka gets Lucknow; CVC bags Ahmedabad

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Kolkata-based business tycoon Sanjiv Goenka's RP-SG Group claimed the Lucknow franchise for a whopping Rs 7090 crore, while international equity investment firm CVC Capital won the bid for Ahmedabad with a Rs 5600 crore offer.

CSK's Stars: Conway, Gaikwad, Chahar

CSK's Stars: Conway, Gaikwad, Chahar

Rediff.com21 May 2023

CSK have made it to the last four stage of 12 out of 14 tournaments -- the most by any team in the IPL.

BCCI set for major changes at AGM, president may no longer approve team

BCCI set for major changes at AGM, president may no longer approve team

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

As a follow-up to the views expressed by Shashank Manohar soon after being re-elected as BCCI president earlier this month, the Board of Control for Cricket in India is all set to appoint an Ombudsman at its Annual General Meeting which will be held at its headquarters in Mumbai on November 9.

'My performance in T20 WC win against India most memorable'

'My performance in T20 WC win against India most memorable'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

The 21-year-old pacer who enjoyed great success in 2021 in all three formats, including the magic spell against India, said senior team-mate Shoaib Malik gave him advice before he got the wicket of KL Rahul.

New Zealand gears up to host West Indies and Pakistan

New Zealand gears up to host West Indies and Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

The Black Caps were also scheduled to travel to Australia for an ODI series but the fixture was on Friday postponed to next summer (2021-22) due to the pandemic.

Mumbai Indians pick Arjun Tendulkar for base price

Mumbai Indians pick Arjun Tendulkar for base price

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Mumbai Indians bought Arjun for Rs 20 lakh, which was his base price.

PHOTOS: GT show no mercy in dominant victory over RR

PHOTOS: GT show no mercy in dominant victory over RR

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Images from IPL 2023 match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday

Raina is missing Dhoni, shares throwback photo

Raina is missing Dhoni, shares throwback photo

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Suresh Raina and Mahendra Singh Dhoni can be seen sharing a gleeful smile while they pose together for a candid shot

Modi's status as Rajasthan Cricket Association president thrown in doubt

Modi's status as Rajasthan Cricket Association president thrown in doubt

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

Controversial former Indian Premier League Commissioner Lalit Modi was on Saturday unceremonimously ousted from the president's post of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) with a rebel group led by local BJP leader Amin Pathan taking over the reins.

Facebook's pricey IPL bid a sign of things to come?

Facebook's pricey IPL bid a sign of things to come?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

The bid by Facebook highlights the company's efforts to accelerate its push into video as it tries to take advertising dollars from television and increase the time people spend on its platform.

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Frappart's achievement was met with recognition, with Costa Rica manager Luis Fernando Suarez describing it as a step forward for women in a "sexist sport".

'Missing out on IPL a blessing in disguise'

'Missing out on IPL a blessing in disguise'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Labuschagne has admitted that being overlooked at the IPL auction turned out to be 'blessing in disguise'

Coke bowls marketing googly to PepsiCo

Coke bowls marketing googly to PepsiCo

Rediff.com5 May 2009

Both PepsiCo's 'Youngistaan' brand ambassadors -- Virender Sehwag, captain of Delhi Daredevils, and Ishant Sharma, member of Kolkata Knight Riders -- have been formally present at various promotional activities for arch-rival Coca-Cola India, simply because Coca-Cola is the associate sponsor and the official pouring partner for both Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders.

Check out the new format for IPL 2022

Check out the new format for IPL 2022

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played across four venues in Mumbai and Pune with the 10 teams divided in two groups, the BCCI said on Friday.

Australia still negotiating India's arrival for Test series

Australia still negotiating India's arrival for Test series

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The Indian and many of the Australian players will be coming from the United Arab Emirates, where the Indian Premier League (IPL) concludes on November 10, but CA have not yet had their plans agreed by Queensland's health department.

How BCCI plans to stop fixing, betting during IPL...

How BCCI plans to stop fixing, betting during IPL...

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has tied up with UK-based company Sportradar, which will offer its "integrity services" to prevent match-fixing, betting and other corrupt practices during the upcoming IPL through its Fraud Detection Services (FDS).

5 Taliban terrorists among 9 killed in attack on Karachi police chief's office

5 Taliban terrorists among 9 killed in attack on Karachi police chief's office

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

A spokesperson of the Karachi Police confirmed in a statement that the Karachi police chief's head office had come under attack.

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The 14 grounds that will host matches during the February 14 - March 29 tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Will IPL 2021 set a new record for Star Sports?

Will IPL 2021 set a new record for Star Sports?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

IPL 2020 was the first sports tournament to surpass 400 billion viewing minutes.

Imran Khan, from World Cup winning cricketer to Pak's 22nd PM

Imran Khan, from World Cup winning cricketer to Pak's 22nd PM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

Khan, who is believed to have the backing of the powerful military, has vowed to make a 'Naya Pakistan' which would be an Islamic welfare state.

McDonald appointed Australia assistant coach

McDonald appointed Australia assistant coach

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

The in-demand Andrew McDonald announced a three-year deal last week to coach Indian Premier League side Rajasthan Royals.

No Coronavirus threat to South Africa series, IPL: BCCI

No Coronavirus threat to South Africa series, IPL: BCCI

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

IPL governing council chairman Brijesh Patel said "everything is on schedule currently'.

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Indian Cricket Board feel that President-elect Sourav Ganguly's cordial relations with both players and officials in Bangladesh cricket might help in salvaging the situation.

Tendulkar extends financial aid to ailing bat repairer

Tendulkar extends financial aid to ailing bat repairer

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'A major chunk of the finances has been donated by the legendary batsman.'

SunRisers Hyderabad retain core group for IPL 2021

SunRisers Hyderabad retain core group for IPL 2021

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Only players like Fabien Allen and Billy Stanlake have been shown the door ahead of the upcoming season.

Pakistan to give honorary citizenship to Darren Sammy

Pakistan to give honorary citizenship to Darren Sammy

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Sammy would be the third international cricketer to get honorary citizenship of a country

Saini eager to learn from Boult at Rajasthan Royals

Saini eager to learn from Boult at Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

The 29-year-old also revealed he shares a good bond with the Royals skipper Sanju Samson.

Despite its problems, why the IPL continues to fascinate

Despite its problems, why the IPL continues to fascinate

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Not Out! is a brilliant analysis of the IPL that explains why it alternates between thrill and scandal, says Dhruv Munjal.

Ten firms in race for Deccan Chargers

Ten firms in race for Deccan Chargers

Rediff.com6 Nov 2008

At least 10 firms, including a few media houses and some of the leading private equity funds, are said to be in the race to acquire a majority stake in Hyderabad's Deccan Chargers, the Indian Premier League cricket team currently owned by the Deccan Chronicle group.

Mumbai Indians knocked out of IPL despite win over SRH

Mumbai Indians knocked out of IPL despite win over SRH

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Mumbai Indians beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 42 runs in their final league fixture in Abu Dhabi on Friday but still failed to qualify for the IPL play-offs.

RCB bring in Hasaranga; Katich steps down as coach

RCB bring in Hasaranga; Katich steps down as coach

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

Sri Lankans Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera were included in the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad for the second leg of the IPL in UAE, starting next month.

Warner mulls US baseball trial?

Warner mulls US baseball trial?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Explosive Australian opener David Warner is mulling a baseball trial in the United States where successful hitters can earn millions of dollars a year, a report said on Tuesday.