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'Kohli turned Indian team into a ruthless, fit unit'

'Kohli turned Indian team into a ruthless, fit unit'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Jay Shah paid tribute to Virat Kohli on his 'tremendous tenure' after he stepped down as India's Test captain on Saturday.

ICC ODI rankings: Bumrah is World No 1 bowler!

ICC ODI rankings: Bumrah is World No 1 bowler!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Jasprit Bumrah has regained the top spot in the ICC men's ODI Player Rankings after fashioning India's 10-wicket win over England with a career-best haul of 6/19 in the first match at The Oval in London.

Why India's batsmen flopped in Hamilton ODI

Why India's batsmen flopped in Hamilton ODI

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Stand-in captain Rohit Sharma Tdescribed India's batting performance as 'one of the worst in a long time' after the visitors were shot out for their seventh lowest ODI total in a shocking eight-wicket loss to New Zealand.

Mahela on reasons for MI's success

Mahela on reasons for MI's success

Rediff.com12 May 2019

The mighty Mumbai Indians have been the team to beat in IPL history and the Sri Lankan great says they have worked hard on building a "culture of success".

No excuses, says Rohit Sharma

No excuses, says Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

We were not good enough, conditions are not an excuse, says Rohit Sharma

Shreyas Iyer is ICC 'Player of the Month'

Shreyas Iyer is ICC 'Player of the Month'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'Throughout the month Shreyas showed tremendous consistency and control'

Women's WC: Can India halt the Australia juggernaut?

Women's WC: Can India halt the Australia juggernaut?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

With three leagues games remaining, India must gain consistency in all departments and maintain their place in the top four to qualify for the semi-finals.

We all know how calm MS Dhoni can be: Rohit

We all know how calm MS Dhoni can be: Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

A dejected Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma rued his side's top-order woes in IPL 2022 but could only admire veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni for his match-winning knock on Thursday.

Captaincy will make Pant a better player: Ponting

Captaincy will make Pant a better player: Ponting

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting is convinced that the responsibility of captaincy will make swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant an even better player in the upcoming IPL.

India under the pump as they face SA in must-win game

India under the pump as they face SA in must-win game

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

While Ishan Kishan has done well so far, Ruturaj Gaikwad (23, 1) has pulled the team down with questions being raised over his technique against quality pacers and his ability to force the pace early on.

Tough to drop in-form Khawaja, says Cummins

Tough to drop in-form Khawaja, says Cummins

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

Usman Khawaja's fairytale comeback has presented Australia with a selection headache, and captain Pat Cummins conceded it would be hard to drop the in-form batsman from the fifth and final Ashes test against England in Hobart next week.

IPL: KKR face tough opening test vs Sunrisers

IPL: KKR face tough opening test vs Sunrisers

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Former champions Kolkata Knight Riders will look to strike a perfect balance under the astute leadership of Eoin Morgan when they open their IPL campaign against a consistent Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on Sunday.

Turning Point: Maxwell's Dropped Catches

Turning Point: Maxwell's Dropped Catches

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

The dangerous Glenn Maxwell was dropped twice, in the 14th over, which proved crucial in the final analysis.

IPL heroics boost Hardik's confidence ahead of World Cup

IPL heroics boost Hardik's confidence ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

'It's all about playing according to the situation, if you're smart enough you will get the result you desire'

Favourite, but can Swiatek solve grasscourt puzzle?

Favourite, but can Swiatek solve grasscourt puzzle?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Those not familiar with seeing Swiatek close up can expect to see her sliding on Wimbledon's grass, as she does on the clay

2007-21: Meet the T20 World Cup champions

2007-21: Meet the T20 World Cup champions

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Meet the winners of the past seven editions of the T20 World cup.

Turning Point: Dhawan-Rajapaksa Stand

Turning Point: Dhawan-Rajapaksa Stand

Rediff.com4 May 2022

It was the first time this season that Gujarat has looked mediocre as the team ran out of ideas against a Punjab side who were out there with a point to prove.

New faces expected in last two ODIs as World Cup openings narrow

New faces expected in last two ODIs as World Cup openings narrow

Rediff.com9 Mar 2019

'We will have a few changes in the next couple of games'

I have moved on, Mithali on spat with Powar and Edulji

I have moved on, Mithali on spat with Powar and Edulji

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Indian women's ODI captain Mithali Raj said cricket has helped her deal with the adversities of life.

'Pant's spirit epitomises India's confident, attacking approach'

'Pant's spirit epitomises India's confident, attacking approach'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

'Pant was scared of... well, nothing actually'

Here's Australia's new deadly bowling duo...

Here's Australia's new deadly bowling duo...

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Jason Behrendorff took his maiden international five-for thanks to figures of 5/44, while Starc ended with 4/43 as England were skittled for 221 in pursuit of 286 - a 64-run defeat.

How Unadkat wrecked havoc with the ball against Delhi Capitals

How Unadkat wrecked havoc with the ball against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Rajasthan Royals seamer Jaydev Unadkat was extremely satisfied with a perfectly-laid trap for the in-form Prithvi Shaw as his dismissal triggered a top-order collapse from which Delhi Capitals eventually failed to recover.

Shami doubtful for Mumbai Test; Rahul fit

Shami doubtful for Mumbai Test; Rahul fit

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Pace bowler Mohammed Shami complained of soreness in his knee after the third Test.

'It means more when you make a larger contribution to a team performance'

'It means more when you make a larger contribution to a team performance'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum called him 'The King' but Kane Williamson swatted aside the praise after his record-breaking century capped a five-wicket victory in the second Test against Sri Lanka.

IPL 2022: Stars Who Failed To Sparkle

IPL 2022: Stars Who Failed To Sparkle

Rediff.com31 May 2022

IPL 2022 saw many top players failing to justify their huge price tags with the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Kieron Pollard and Ravindra Jadeja failing to inspire their teams.

Remember The Titans!

Remember The Titans!

Rediff.com31 May 2022

As has been the case all season long, Captain Pandya led from the front and really matured following his first stint in a leadership role -- a shadow of the old arrogant, flamboyant, playboy of yesteryear who haS now joined an exclusive club of 5 time IPL Winners, Shailesh Karkera.

T20 World Cup India Report Card

T20 World Cup India Report Card

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Patel and Arshdeep Singh were the only bright lights in a poor India show at the T20 World Cup.

Women's World Cup final: What went wrong for India

Women's World Cup final: What went wrong for India

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

India captain Mithali Raj admitted wilting under pressure in a tense run chase against England in the World Cup final but said they will walk out as a proud bunch.

Is he the 'new Kallis' of South Africa?

Is he the 'new Kallis' of South Africa?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Vernon Philander is becoming the 'new Jacques Kallis', said South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis.

'Ganguly catalyst; Kohli has taken India to another level'

'Ganguly catalyst; Kohli has taken India to another level'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Former captain Sourav Ganguly remains the "catalyst" for transformation of Team India and the "fearless" Virat Kohli has taken it to another level, remarked former England cricketer David Lloyd on Wednesday. The cricketer-turned-commentator was referring to the India-Australia Test rivalry in the early 2000s when the Ganguly-led India first won an epic home contest 2-1 before securing a 1-1 draw Down Under in a classic four-Test series to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

KKR captain Morgan says stick together and beat Covid!

KKR captain Morgan says stick together and beat Covid!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Eoin Morgan, one of the most respected voices in international cricket today, acknowledged that the players are more than aware of the horrific nature of the COVID-19 pandemic which is claiming hundreds of lives outside the bio-bubble.

'Lord' Thakur proves his worth in India's Oval triumph

'Lord' Thakur proves his worth in India's Oval triumph

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

Rohit Sharma took the player-of-the-match award and Jasprit Bumrah produced what pundits called the 'spell of the summer' but Shardul Thakur's role was no less important in fashioning India's victory in the fourth Test against England on Monday.

I was mentally ready to bat at number four: Jadeja

I was mentally ready to bat at number four: Jadeja

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

'I just play according to the situation whenever I go out there. In T20, you don't have much time to think, you just go out there and express yourself. I just have to score runs while batting and give breakthroughs when it's needed.'

The secret of Kuldeep's success at Delhi Capitals

The secret of Kuldeep's success at Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Kuldeep made a match-winning debut for Delhi Capitals,

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.

RCB in a further rut as they spill catches

RCB in a further rut as they spill catches

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

With both sides without a victory in their first three matches, it was the Royals who broke their duck with a seven-wicket win in Jaipur, spearheaded by Shreyas Gopal's 3-12 with his leg-spin and a 59 from Jos Buttler's bat.

Gambhir on why Rohit should captain India's T20 team

Gambhir on why Rohit should captain India's T20 team

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has once again called for Rohit Sharma to lead India's T20 team instead of Virat Kohli.

Passionate young guns good sign for SunRisers

Passionate young guns good sign for SunRisers

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Hyderabad have a fragile middle-order but captain David Warner says Kane Williamson adds depth to the batting.

T20 rankings: Kohli returns to top 5

T20 rankings: Kohli returns to top 5

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Virat Kohli broke back into the top of the ICC T20 batsmen rankings.

WATCH! Rohit reveals the secret behind his incredible form

WATCH! Rohit reveals the secret behind his incredible form

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Pakistan certainly won't argue that the 32-year-old wasn't at his brilliant best as he plundered 140 from just 113 balls, helping his side to a convincing 89-run win at Old Trafford.