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Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A CA director for 13 years, Eddings replaced David Peever in 2018 as interim chairman after the former mining executive resigned following the release of a scathing cultural review into the Newlands ball-tampering scandal.

Former Australia batsman Slater in trouble again

Former Australia batsman Slater in trouble again

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Former Australia batsman Michael Slater was charged with breaching a restraining order on Wednesday, two months after being taken into police custody over allegations of domestic violence.

Indian team likely to commence Aus tour in Sydney

Indian team likely to commence Aus tour in Sydney

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

According to a report in ESPNCricinfo, Sydney could emerge as Indian contingent's port of entry and the city may allow them to train during their quarantine.

Delhi Capitals name Dwarshuis as Woakes replacement

Delhi Capitals name Dwarshuis as Woakes replacement

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Uncapped Australian fast bowler Ben Dwarshuis was on Monday named as Chris Woakes' replacement in the Delhi Capitals squad for the second leg of IPL, to be held in UAE from September 19.

Gayle awarded $220k in damages for defamation

Gayle awarded $220k in damages for defamation

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

New South Wales Supreme Court Justice Lucy McCallum found that Fairfax Media was motivated by "malice" in publishing the stories.

Finch suffers blow to head in Sheffield Shield tie

Finch suffers blow to head in Sheffield Shield tie

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Aaron Finch suffered a blow to his head during a Sheffield Shield encounter on Saturday and was substituted by Travis Dean after Australia's limited-overs captain experienced concussion symptoms.

'Why Won't Indian Players Play BBL?'

'Why Won't Indian Players Play BBL?'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

'It won't diminish the IPL, it will only grow them as a brand.'

Kohli, Rohit praise giant Pakistani pacer in the nets

Kohli, Rohit praise giant Pakistani pacer in the nets

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

"My natural length is a bit back from a good length. So because of my height, I trouble all kinds of batters. When Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli praise you, what more do you need? Rohit bhai said, best of luck for your future," Irfan said.

PIX: Team India touches down in Sydney

PIX: Team India touches down in Sydney

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

A 25-strong Indian squad, led by captain Virat Kohli, landed in Sydney on Thursday for a gruelling two-month Australia tour which starts with a 14-day quarantine-cum-training period on the outskirts of the city.

Sydney Test not at risk over COVID rules: NSW health minister

Sydney Test not at risk over COVID rules: NSW health minister

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The fourth Test will be played from January 5-9 at the SCG, with Australia having retained the Ashes after winning the first three games.

Aus players to be fully vaccinated by end November

Aus players to be fully vaccinated by end November

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Hockley was thankful they did not have to introduce vaccine mandates for players and that the idea was "almost irrelevant" due to the vaccination rate.

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Neither DC nor LSG look like outfits that give you the vibe of a champion side

Indian stabbed in Sydney: Father seeks speedy visa; police detains suspect

Indian stabbed in Sydney: Father seeks speedy visa; police detains suspect

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

His father Ramniwas Garg has expressed concern over the racial attack on his son and has demanded a strict punishment to the culprit.

Australia call up young guns Pucovski, Green for India series

Australia call up young guns Pucovski, Green for India series

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

New South Wales paceman Abbott and Queensland veteran Neser are the reserve quicks behind regulars Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and James Pattinson.

'Aus bushfires God's punishment for gay marriage'

'Aus bushfires God's punishment for gay marriage'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

Former Aussie rugby star, Israel Folau likened Australia's legalising of same-sex marriage two years ago and the decriminalisation of abortion in the state of New South Wales last month to the book of Isaiah, which talks about the earth being devoured after laws have been broken and rules changed.

USA's MLC to create seismic shifts in world cricket

USA's MLC to create seismic shifts in world cricket

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

The IPL franchises are now expanding their bouquet of teams across leagues in the West Indies, UAE, South Africa and now the US is another untapped market that wasn't explored despite the Asian diaspora craving for some cricket.

Sydney offers to host last 2 Australia-India Tests

Sydney offers to host last 2 Australia-India Tests

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

In a bid to save its New Year fixture between India and Australia, the Sydney Cricket Ground Trust has offered to host the Brisbane Test too, if the Queensland government refuse to grant exemptions to the teams returning from New South Wales.

Australian cricketer Khawaja must sort out off-field problems

Australian cricketer Khawaja must sort out off-field problems

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

The brother of Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has been taken into custody by counter-terrorism police

Abbott out of first India Test, Henriques called in

Abbott out of first India Test, Henriques called in

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Australia pace bowler Sean Abbott has been ruled out of the first Test against India starting in Adelaide on Thursday due to a calf injury while all-rounder Moises Henriques has been added to the side.

NSW bowler Aaron Bird reported for suspect action

NSW bowler Aaron Bird reported for suspect action

Rediff.com30 Jan 2009

New South Wales bowler Aaron Bird was reported for having a doubtful bowling action during his stint in the Ford Ranger Cup. Match umpires mentioned about Aaron as having a doubtful bowling action with some of his deliveries during the Ford Ranger Cup matches between Queensland and New South Wales on October 18, South Australia and New South Wales on October 22, and the KFC Twenty20 Big Bash Final between New South Wales and Victoria on January 24.

Indian team wear black armbands to pay respect to Achrekar

Indian team wear black armbands to pay respect to Achrekar

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

The Indian cricketers wore black armbands on the opening day of the fourth and final Test against Australia in Sydney as a mark of respect for Sachin Tendulkar's coach Ramakant Achrekar who passed away on Wednesday.

Former Australia batsman Slater charged after domestic incident

Former Australia batsman Slater charged after domestic incident

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Former Australia cricketer Michael Slater has admitted himself into care for 'health and mental issues' after being charged by police following a report of a domestic violence incident in Sydney.

World Record! Mumbai rout Uttarakhand by 725 runs

World Record! Mumbai rout Uttarakhand by 725 runs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Domestic giants Mumbai on Thursday broke the world record for highest margin of victory in the history of first-class cricket as they crushed minnows Uttarakhand by a staggering 725 runs on the fourth day of their Ranji Trophy quarter-final.

Australia cricketer O'Keefe fined for drunken remarks

Australia cricketer O'Keefe fined for drunken remarks

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

Australia spinner Stephen O'Keefe has been fined A$20,000 (12,041.42 pounds) and banned from a domestic one-day tournament after making 'highly inappropriate comments' while under the influence of alcohol, Cricket Australia said on Friday.

Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Guj on Day 1 of first India trip

Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Guj on Day 1 of first India trip

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

The 'Holi celebrations' event was organised by the Governor in the honour of the visiting dignitary and his delegation.

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The Royal Observatory Greenwich shortlisted 34 images for its Astronomy Photographer Of The Year 2023 competition from thousands of entries received from all over the world.

Capacity crowd expected at SCG for final T20

Capacity crowd expected at SCG for final T20

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

In a world scarred by the COVID-19 pandemic, the ODI series between Australia and India saw the return of spectators with restrictions.

Boon, Silverwood to miss fourth Ashes Test

Boon, Silverwood to miss fourth Ashes Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The fourth Test is due to start next Tuesday with Australia having already retained the Ashes, leading the series 3-0 with two matches to play.

Australia name women's squad for India tour

Australia name women's squad for India tour

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

The four nation women's ODI tournament in India starts next month.

Ex-Australia spinner MacGill kidnapped for ransom

Ex-Australia spinner MacGill kidnapped for ransom

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Australian police arrested four men in dawn raids on Wednesday in connection with the alleged kidnap and assault of former Test cricketer Stuart MacGill.

SHOCKING! Hindu deities' on Aussie beer bottles

SHOCKING! Hindu deities' on Aussie beer bottles

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

An Australian brewery has come under fire after its alcoholic ginger beer bottles were labelled with pictures of Hindu deities Ganesh and Lakshmi.

Playing at home boost for Carey in pink-ball Test

Playing at home boost for Carey in pink-ball Test

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

The 30-year-old will now have the chance to soak up a first Test in front of family and friends as Australia look to push for a 2-0 series lead.

Aus women Jonassen, Schutt out of India series

Aus women Jonassen, Schutt out of India series

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Top-order batter Georgia Redmayne and fast bowler Stella Campbell received their maiden call-ups.

SHOCKING! Siraj abused at Gabba

SHOCKING! Siraj abused at Gabba

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Mohammed Siraj was reportedly targeted by abusive members of the Gabba crowd on the first day of the fourth Test.

Cummins is Australia Test captain; Smith vice-captain

Cummins is Australia Test captain; Smith vice-captain

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Pat Cummins, 28, becomes only the second specialist fast bowler to take the captaincy after Ray Lindwall, who led for one Test against India in the mid-1950s.

Why Lyon doesn't want to be Australia Test captain

Why Lyon doesn't want to be Australia Test captain

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has endorsed Pat Cummins as the Test side's next captain and Steve Smith as the fast bowler's deputy while ruling out himself as a potential leader for the team.

Here's why England need to be wary of Aussie pacer Starc

Here's why England need to be wary of Aussie pacer Starc

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Mitchell Starc claimed his second hat-trick of the match to lead New South Wales to a 171-run victory over Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield on Tuesday.

Hobart to stage fifth Ashes Test in place of Perth

Hobart to stage fifth Ashes Test in place of Perth

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

Hobart will stage the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England in place of Perth, which was stripped of the hosting rights on Monday because of Western Australia border controls, Cricket Australia said on Saturday.

Ex-Australia spinner breaks silence on alleged kidnapping

Ex-Australia spinner breaks silence on alleged kidnapping

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

MacGill has broken his silence on his alleged kidnapping and assault

Djokovic named in Serbia team for 2022 ATP Cup in Sydney

Djokovic named in Serbia team for 2022 ATP Cup in Sydney

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Novak Djokovic, who has won a record nine titles at Melbourne Park including the last three, has repeatedly declined to reveal whether he has been vaccinated against COVID-19, with Australian Open organisers Tennis Australia confirming that all players would have to be vaccinated to compete in Melbourne.