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'The way Kohli keeps getting better... fantastic to see!

'The way Kohli keeps getting better... fantastic to see!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli top-scored with a splendid innings of 93 from 91 balls, anchoring India's run chase of 301 with eight fours and one six during the series opener against New Zealand.

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Despite Pakistan deciding to boycott their group stage T20 World Cup clash against India on February 15, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sources have said that that the Men in Blue will travel to Sri Lanka for the match as per ICC protocol and wait for the match referee to call off the match.

Kohli reveals who keeps his trophies.. and it's not him

Kohli reveals who keeps his trophies.. and it's not him

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli may be rewriting record books with ease, but when it comes to his trophies, the Indian great prefers to keep things simple -- and close to home.

She told me, I am flying with Ajit dada: Crew member's father

She told me, I am flying with Ajit dada: Crew member's father

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Pinky Mali was an attendant on the Learjet 46, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures, that crash-landed at the Baramati airport

'I'm living my dream and making people happy'

'I'm living my dream and making people happy'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli on Sunday said his spectacular journey so far has been nothing sort of a dream come true as he is able to "give so much happiness and smile to so many people"

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Tilak Varma posted some pictures and videos on his social media, showcasing his rehab process as he prepares to make a return to Team India ahead of the all-important T20 World Cup.

India, EU FTA: Duty cuts on textiles, footwear, cars, wines likely

India, EU FTA: Duty cuts on textiles, footwear, cars, wines likely

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Import duty cuts on labour-intensive sectors such as textiles and footwear, as well as cars, and wines, are likely to be part of the free trade agreement between India and the 27-nation bloc European Union (EU), the conclusion of which is set to be announced on January 27 here, sources said.

BCCI backs ICC stance on sportsmanship over Pak boycott

BCCI backs ICC stance on sportsmanship over Pak boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla said that the BCCI completely agrees with the ICC and the Indian cricket board won't make any comments on the boycott until we speak with the ICC.

Left is sometimes right for switch-hitting Glenn Phillips

Left is sometimes right for switch-hitting Glenn Phillips

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Right-hander Glenn Phillips took up a left-hander's stance even before left-arm spinner Jayden Lennox had begun his run-up and hit the bowler for a six.

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cricket has never been the same since India's thrilling, last-over win over Pakistan in the final at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on September 24, 2007.

Rahul's Tamil Advice Leads To 'Rashtriya Bhasha' Talk

Rahul's Tamil Advice Leads To 'Rashtriya Bhasha' Talk

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

What began as routine on-field communication during the first ODI in Vadodara on Sunday soon turned into a talking point, as a brief stump-mic moment sparked playful banter among commentators.

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Afghanistan will begin their World Cup campaign against New Zealand on February 8 in Chennai.

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Australia's Laura Harris scripted history on Sunday as she became the second woman to smash a half-century in 15 balls in the history of T20 cricket.

Surya's 32 A 'Big Positive': Ashwin

Surya's 32 A 'Big Positive': Ashwin

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin says Suryakumar Yadav's cameo in the opening T20I was a key World Cup boost, while backing India's World Cup combination and calling Arshdeep Singh a marquee bowler.

Kohli Smashes Tendulkar Record, Rewrites History

Kohli Smashes Tendulkar Record, Rewrites History

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli once again etched his name deeper into cricketing history, becoming the fastest player to reach 28,000 international runs during the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara on Sunday.

Why Is Arshdeep Always the One Dropped?

Why Is Arshdeep Always the One Dropped?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

India may have won the toss in Vadodara, but the real storm broke at the team announcement. Arshdeep Singh's exclusion from the first ODI against New Zealand ignited a wave of fan fury, turning the spotlight firmly on India's puzzling pace-bowling choices.

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.

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A struggling, but promising South African unit will be aiming to avenge the heartbreak of 2024 by securing the grandest prize in T20I cricket on Indian soil, with the Proteas' 'Gen-Next' of Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kwena Maphaka in the spotlight.

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A versatile and dynamic Australian unit, without key pacer Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, who is likely to miss the early stages of the tournament, will be going into the T20 World Cup with hopes of going deep in the tournament.

Big blow for India's WTC Final hopes!

Big blow for India's WTC Final hopes!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

India on Friday slipped a rung to sixth position on the World Test Championship standings after New Zealand's comprehensive nine-wicket victory against the West Indies in Wellington.

Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel gets India ODI call

Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel gets India ODI call

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Dhruv Jurel on Sunday replaced an injured Rishabh Pant in India's ODI squad for the three-match series against New Zealand in Vadodara.

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

On a high after beating RCB, Delhi Capitals aim for strong showing against Gujarat Giants

Why Women's Cricket Needs These Rule Changes!

Why Women's Cricket Needs These Rule Changes!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has called for a review of fielding rules and boundary lengths in women's cricket, saying current conditions give batters too much of an advantage.

Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya key for India in T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma

Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya key for India in T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Former captain Rohit Sharma highlighted Arshdeep Singh's effectiveness with the new ball and in the death overs.

Varun Aaron explains Surya's slump, backs No. 4 role

Varun Aaron explains Surya's slump, backs No. 4 role

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Former India bowler Varun Aaron breaks down Suryakumar Yadav's poor T20I form, highlighting struggles against pace-off deliveries and why batting at No. 4 could help.

Explained: How FTA with EU will help boost India's exports

Explained: How FTA with EU will help boost India's exports

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India and the European Union (EU) on Tuesday announced the conclusion and finalisation of negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement (FTA).

Watch Out Kiwis! Rohit Ready To Rumble

Watch Out Kiwis! Rohit Ready To Rumble

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma took to the nets to fine-tune his batting ahead of the three-match series against New Zealand, starting on Sunday, January 11.

Hodge hundred helps Windies avoid follow-on against NZ

Hodge hundred helps Windies avoid follow-on against NZ

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Kavem Hodge's unbeaten hundred helped the West Indies avoid the follow-on and reach 381-6 on Day 3 of the third and final Test against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui on Saturday.

'Coach at home' helps SKY script blazing comeback vs NZ in Raipur

'Coach at home' helps SKY script blazing comeback vs NZ in Raipur

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Suryakumar Yadav, who returned to form with a blazing 82* against New Zealand at Raipur, spoke on how he dealt with his lean patch

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is adamant in their stance of not playing their T20 World Cup matches in India.

Meet Team India's New All-rounder!

Meet Team India's New All-rounder!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

India pacer Harshit Rana has revealed that the Indian management is aiming to groom him as an all-rounder.

'Focused & Ready' Gill Back As Punjab Gear Up For Goa

'Focused & Ready' Gill Back As Punjab Gear Up For Goa

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'Shubman Gill returned to training on Monday as Punjab prepare to face Goa in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the KL Saini Stadium.

Williamson to skip India ODIs; Bracewell named captain

Williamson to skip India ODIs; Bracewell named captain

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Kane Williamson is unavailable for ODI selection due to his commitments in the SA20 league.

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

3rd Test: NZ's Conway, Latham smash hundreds vs WI

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

New Zealand, who are 1-0 up in the three-Test series, were 334 for one at stumps with Conway on 178 having hit 25 fours.

U-19 WC: All eyes on Suryanshi as India eye sixth title

U-19 WC: All eyes on Suryanshi as India eye sixth title

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

At just 14 years old, Suryavanshi is already one of the most talked-about young cricketers in the world, having first made headlines with an electrifying 35-ball century in the Indian Premier League's 2025 season.

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit the nets hard ahead of NZ ODIs

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit the nets hard ahead of NZ ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma looked in good touch as India went through a rigorous training session in Vadodara on Friday, ahead of their three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

Why Ishan Kishan will bat ahead of Shreyas Iyer

Why Ishan Kishan will bat ahead of Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Ishan Kishan will play ahead of Shreyas Iyer in the series against New Zealand as he is a part of India's T20 World Cup squad and a like-for-like replacement for an injured Tilak Varma being a left-hander, skipper Suryakumar Yadav said on Tuesday.

'India has all their bases covered for T20 WC'

'India has all their bases covered for T20 WC'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The former South African batter pointed out that Rana does not have a lot of international experience with the new ball, but is well supported in the pace department.

Conway, Hay fifties put NZ on top in Wellington Test

Conway, Hay fifties put NZ on top in Wellington Test

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Opener Devon Conway and debutant Mitchell Hay struck half-centuries to earn New Zealand a handy first-innings lead of 73 before their depleted bowling attack reduced West Indies to 32 for two to take control of the second Test in Wellington on Thursday.

Kulfi To Kakigri: 8 Iconic Ice Creams

Kulfi To Kakigri: 8 Iconic Ice Creams

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A look at how ice cream is eaten in different places all over the world.