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Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

K L Rahul's unbeaten ton was eclipsed by Daryl Mitchell's splendid 131 not out as New Zealand levelled the three-match series 1-1 with a seven-wicket win in the second ODI.

'Smriti and Shafali didn't let Harleen bat'

'Smriti and Shafali didn't let Harleen bat'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur admits being concerned over India's over-rate during fourth T20I

PIX: Hardik stars as India whip South Africa to win T20I series

PIX: Hardik stars as India whip South Africa to win T20I series

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Images from the fifth T20 International between India and South Africa, in Ahmedabad, on Friday.

Chakravarthy banks on old ball to weave his magic

Chakravarthy banks on old ball to weave his magic

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'...if you are bowling in the powerplay or right after the powerplay, there's not much help from the wicket.'

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rs 1-2 Crore Buys That May Decide IPL 2026

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

While big buys grabbed attention, several franchises quietly walked away with proven performers at throwaway prices -- the kind of signings that often make the difference between mid-table finishes and title runs.

'Why Is Sanju Not In The Side?'

'Why Is Sanju Not In The Side?'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'He is explosive, dangerous, and capable of shots like these. Where do you even bowl to him?'

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Images from the second T20 International between India and South Africa, at the PCA's New Chandigarh Stadium, Mullanpur.

Small Steps, Big Impact: Arshdeep's ODI Exploits!

Small Steps, Big Impact: Arshdeep's ODI Exploits!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Arshdeep Singh -- statement spells against SA shows need to give pacer consistent ODI outings

Padikkal, Nair send Karnataka into Hazare semis

Padikkal, Nair send Karnataka into Hazare semis

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Ton-up Desai helps Saurashtra make semis

Gambhir reveals India's T20 blueprint

Gambhir reveals India's T20 blueprint

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Gautam Gambhir has made it clear that India's new T20 approach isn't just about fearless batting, it's about all-round aggression.

3rd T20I: India women look to seal series vs listless Lankans

3rd T20I: India women look to seal series vs listless Lankans

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

3rd Women's T20I: India look to seal series with another dominant show against Sri Lanka

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

IPL 2026 Auction: Stars To Watch Out For

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The IPL 2026 auction is gearing up for a blockbuster showdown, with 350 players fighting for just 77 spots including 31 overseas berths in what promises to be one of the most competitive bidding wars yet.

New Zealand trounce Windies to clinch T20I series

New Zealand trounce Windies to clinch T20I series

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Swing bowler Jacob Duffy took 4/35 as New Zealand cruised to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Dunedin on Thursday, clinching the series 3-1.

Should Gill Make Way For Samson?

Should Gill Make Way For Samson?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Sanju Samson boasts of a superb record in T20 Internationals, with 995 runs in 51 matches at a strike rate of 147.40, including three centuries and as many fifties.

Captain Surya Takes Onus After India Collapse in Mullanpur

Captain Surya Takes Onus After India Collapse in Mullanpur

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'Myself, Shubman, we could have given a good start because we can't rely on Abhishek all the time.'

Abhishek backs Gill, Surya to fire at T20 WC

Abhishek backs Gill, Surya to fire at T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

'I'll tell you one thing straight away, that trust me, these two guys are going to win matches in World Cup (in February-March) and in this series as well.'

Captain Gill on what went wrong for India in Perth ODI

Captain Gill on what went wrong for India in Perth ODI

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Captain Shubman Gill acknowledged losing early wickets was one of the big reasons for India's loss in the rain-hit first ODI against Australia.

Bumrah calls Kaif 'inaccurate'; ex-India star responds

Bumrah calls Kaif 'inaccurate'; ex-India star responds

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Kaif responded calmly to Jasprit Bumrah's criticism, framing his comments as "a cricketing observation from a well-wisher and an admirer."

Surya backs Abhishek to stay true to his game

Surya backs Abhishek to stay true to his game

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'He is not changing it anymore and hopefully he sticks to it and plays many more knocks like this for us.'

Feels great to contribute when I get a chance: Arshdeep

Feels great to contribute when I get a chance: Arshdeep

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Arshdeep Singh, who took three wickets for 35 runs in the third T20I against Australia, in Hobart on Sunday, said he's been working on his process, trusting his skills, and executing the plans he practised.

RCB's Salt on his equation with Kohli

RCB's Salt on his equation with Kohli

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Speaking on the RCB Podcast, the English cricketer revealed that the team's style and clarity of communication made the transition seamless.

'God's Plan': Sensational Shafali scripts history!

'God's Plan': Sensational Shafali scripts history!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Shafali Verma scripted a new record to her name as the opener blasted the highest score by an Indian batter in the Women's World Cup final.

Does Gambhir Have A Problem With Arshdeep?

Does Gambhir Have A Problem With Arshdeep?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

For a bowler this effective to be sidelined repeatedly, there must be either a very specific tactical reason -- or something unspoken within the dressing room dynamics.

Shami's IPL future: Where will the veteran play next?

Shami's IPL future: Where will the veteran play next?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have agreed to trade veteran seamer Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

PIX: Bowlers do star turn as India take 2-1 lead in Gold Coast

PIX: Bowlers do star turn as India take 2-1 lead in Gold Coast

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

IMAGES from the fourth T20I between Australia and India played in Carrara, Gold Coast on Thursday

Uncapped Indians Rake In Big Bucks

Uncapped Indians Rake In Big Bucks

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Uncapped players who cashed in at the IPL auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Pressure on Gill, SKY to rediscover T20 form!

Pressure on Gill, SKY to rediscover T20 form!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The lack of runs from captain Suryakumar Yadav and his deputy Shubman Gill remains a talking point.

From SKY to Rinku: How India Built Their T20 WC Team

From SKY to Rinku: How India Built Their T20 WC Team

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

As India gear up for the T20 World Cup at home, the selectors have backed a squad built on impact, and versatility.

GT coach Nehra takes sarcastic dig at Gill's critics

GT coach Nehra takes sarcastic dig at Gill's critics

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'You have a lot of options if you want to see. You can remove Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill and you can open with Sai Sudharsan and Ruturaj Gaikwad...'

'Inaccurate before..' Bumrah lashes out at Kaif!

'Inaccurate before..' Bumrah lashes out at Kaif!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The observation, however, did not go down well with Bumrah, who responded to Kaif by saying, "Inaccurate before inaccurate again.'

Sundar stars as India down Australia to level series 1-1

Sundar stars as India down Australia to level series 1-1

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Washington Sundar enhanced his reputation as a T20 hitter with India batting in top gear through the innings to comfortably chase down a target of 187 for a series levelling five-wicket win over Australia.

'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Former England captain Nasser Hussain on Friday said Harmanpreet Kaur boasts of a fantastic World Cup record and it's time the Indian women's team skipper delivered like her Australian counterpart Alyssa Healy.

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rahul Or Pant? India Face Tricky ODI Selection Dilemma

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant's place in the playing eleven is far from guaranteed, while Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy are locked in a tight contest for the additional all-rounder's slot as India confront several selection dilemmas ahead of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi.

'One of most special knocks of my life': Tilak Varma

'One of most special knocks of my life': Tilak Varma

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

stroked 69 not out off 53 balls to steer India to a famous five-wicket victory in the title clash, dedicated his knock to "all the Indians".

The Royal Powerplay Disaster

The Royal Powerplay Disaster

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Reducing Rajasthan Royals to 28/5 in the Powerplay sealed the fate of the hosts as Royal Challengers Bangalore bowled RR out for 59 in Jaipur.

'We are fire and fire, not ice'

'We are fire and fire, not ice'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

When Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill bat together at the top of the order, they put smiles on the faces of everyone and are learning the different facets of dealing with various match situations in the shortest format, skipper Suryakumar Yadav said after his team won the five-match T20I series against Australia on Saturday.

Maxwell sharpens bowling with an eye on T20 World Cup

Maxwell sharpens bowling with an eye on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Glenn Maxwell believes his spin bowling could come in handy in the Powerplay during next year's T20 World Cup to be held in India and Sri Lanka.

Asia Cup: Hong Kong need something special against Sri Lanka

Asia Cup: Hong Kong need something special against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Sri Lanka will look to build on their perfect start in Asia Cup when they take on a struggling Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday.

How Abhishek hit Pakistan where it hurts!

How Abhishek hit Pakistan where it hurts!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

I didn't like the way Pakistan players coming at us for no reason: Abhishek on aggressive batting

'I really hope he starts getting the place he deserves'

'I really hope he starts getting the place he deserves'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

'He has been benched so many times that he has lost a bit of rhythm.'