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Gambhir rates Babar Azam higher than Kohli, Rohit

Gambhir rates Babar Azam higher than Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Gambhir expressed his confidence in Babar Azam's potential

Pant's recovery: Boredom, frustration, resilience

Pant's recovery: Boredom, frustration, resilience

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Rishabh Pant reveals he feared leg amputation after life-threatening car crash

Ranveer stars in 2023 World Cup's official anthem

Ranveer stars in 2023 World Cup's official anthem

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

'The anthem takes fans on an epic journey through India on board the One Day Express.'

Kohli holds the key to India's triumph in SA Tests

Kohli holds the key to India's triumph in SA Tests

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Kohli is a massive player, will play major role in Test series: Kallis

Gill is playing too aggressively in Test cricket: Gavaskar

Gill is playing too aggressively in Test cricket: Gavaskar

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Gavaskar hoped that Gill would find his range sooner than later.

'I think I strive for betterment every day'

'I think I strive for betterment every day'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Kohli has been in decent form in ODIs lately, having scripted 554 runs in 13 matches in the format since last December, at a commendable average of 50.36.

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The Delhi youngster had had his fair share of struggles while transforming from a frail 15-year-old to a frighteningly quick fast bowler.

Fans of India and Pakistan have elephant's memory: Akram

Fans of India and Pakistan have elephant's memory: Akram

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Weeks after India's heartbreaking six-wicket loss against Australia in the ODI World Cup 2023 final in Ahmedabad, former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram blamed the 'Men in Blue' fans for presenting them as the winners.

India's top guns aim to fire in decisive 3rd ODI vs SA

India's top guns aim to fire in decisive 3rd ODI vs SA

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

India's solitary ODI series win in the Rainbow nation occurred in 2018, emphasising the need for a strong beginning from Ruturaj Gaikwad and B Sai Sudharsan.

'Rohit has made the dressing room a secure one'

'Rohit has made the dressing room a secure one'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch pointed to Rohit's aggressive approach in the powerplay.

They're still terrific fielders: Gavaskar backs Rohit, Kohli to play T20 WC

They're still terrific fielders: Gavaskar backs Rohit, Kohli to play T20 WC

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play in the T20 World Cup in June, saying the two senior players are not only the key batters but also terrific fielders in the Indian team.

The secret behind Virat Kohli's longetivity

The secret behind Virat Kohli's longetivity

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli says his motto has always been to chase betterment and not excellence.

U-19 World Cup: India eye winning start vs Bangladesh

U-19 World Cup: India eye winning start vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Having won their first trophy in 2002 under Mohammad Kaif, Indian teams have have since gone on to win the U-19 World Cup in 2008, 2012, 2018 and 2022.

'Why Didn't They Cover The Ground When It Was Raining?'

'Why Didn't They Cover The Ground When It Was Raining?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

'If the ground remains uncovered and the rain stops, you know it doesn't start for another one hour. Suddenly it rains again. So there's no play whatsoever.'

How Shami's 'zone' strategy is troubling batters in WC

How Shami's 'zone' strategy is troubling batters in WC

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Shami has said there is nothing extraordinary in his bowling, adding he just focuses on stump-to-stump length

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Kohli took to Instagram to post a quote by Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: Silence is a source of great strength'.

Empty Stands At Game 1 World Cup 2023

Empty Stands At Game 1 World Cup 2023

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

World Cup 2023 off to a disappointing start.

World Cup: 'I will always prefer Shami'

World Cup: 'I will always prefer Shami'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary revealed his preference for Mohammad Shami over all-rounder Shardul Thakur in playing XI against Bangladesh in the ongoing World Cup.

'Rohit has that magical touch in him'

'Rohit has that magical touch in him'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'His style of captaincy is a bit different from others; he talks very politely and in a very lovable way with his players.'

Kohli replays his six off Rauf that broke the Internet

Kohli replays his six off Rauf that broke the Internet

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli relives the Haris Rauf over and his match-winning 82 not out off 53 balls in the 2022 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at the MCG.

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

India will open their World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai on October 8.

Asia Cup: When Kohli Smashed 183 Vs Pakistan

Asia Cup: When Kohli Smashed 183 Vs Pakistan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

'I didn't plan anything, I just played instinctively.'

Chahal somehow misses big tournaments: Sourav Ganguly

Chahal somehow misses big tournaments: Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Former Indian captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly backed spinner Yuzvendra Chahal to shine in the forthcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

Cannot get better than that: Kohli fondly recollects favourite memory

Cannot get better than that: Kohli fondly recollects favourite memory

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Ahead of India's Test series against West Indies, star India batter Virat Kohli on Sunday revealed his favourite memory in the Caribbean.

Asia Cup 2023 Schedule

Asia Cup 2023 Schedule

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

The schedule of Asia Cup 2023.

This could be my last World Cup: Ashwin

This could be my last World Cup: Ashwin

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The veteran spinner was named as a late replacement for the injured Axar Patel in India' 15-member squad for World Cup 2023.

Rahul For Asia Cup? No! No!

Rahul For Asia Cup? No! No!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Ravi Shastri believes that K L Rahul's inclusion for the Asia Cup could be 'asking a little too much' of the wicketkeeper-batter.

Rahul Is 'A Delight To See'

Rahul Is 'A Delight To See'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'He has made batting look easy.' 'When you look at his footwork and the balance, it was pretty amazing.'

Gambhir Reveals Kohli's Secret Weapon...

Gambhir Reveals Kohli's Secret Weapon...

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

'It's about running between the wickets. It's about rotating the strike. It's about never putting yourself under pressure.'

Gavaskar, Irfan Dance to Naatu-Naatu

Gavaskar, Irfan Dance to Naatu-Naatu

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Sunny, whose footwork at the crease was exemplary in his day, impressed with his nimble footwork as he matched the Naatu Naatu steps with fellow Star Sports commentator Irfan Pathan.

Why August 15 Is Very Special For Virat

Why August 15 Is Very Special For Virat

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

'The day holds a personal touch for me as well, being the birthday of my father.' 'The confluence of these two celebrations renders it even more special.'

India-Pakistan epic surpasses IPL final on HotStar

India-Pakistan epic surpasses IPL final on HotStar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Disney Star creates new viewership record in high-voltage India Pak match

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Pakistan's top players including Mohammed Rizwan and Shadab Khan lavished praise on India's batting great Virat Kohli.

'One loss and everyone says you don't know anything'

'One loss and everyone says you don't know anything'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Dravid was particularly happy with how Shreyas Iyer has been showing consistency at the back-end of the tournament.

When Virat Kohli 'lacked the professionalism'...

When Virat Kohli 'lacked the professionalism'...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli said he had to change his 'lifestyle' as he found himself lacking in professionalism at some point in his career.

Gavaskar says Williamson will likely trouble Indian spinners

Gavaskar says Williamson will likely trouble Indian spinners

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'He uses his feet really well to go down the pitch to smother the turn if needed. He then goes and uses the crease as well. So, he's a very good player. I don't think he is going to be fussed about playing Kuldeep. He will know how to tackle him.'

IIPL 2024 Auction: 5 Stars Who Could Steal The Show...

IIPL 2024 Auction: 5 Stars Who Could Steal The Show...

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The IPL teams are expected to splurge on players like Pat Cummins, Harry Brook and Mitchell Starc.

India vs Pakistan: Gambhir slams Kohli's 'nothing shot'

India vs Pakistan: Gambhir slams Kohli's 'nothing shot'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Former Indian batter Gautam Gambhir slammed compatriot Virat Kohli for his poor shot selection during India's high-octane clash against arch-rival Pakistan.

Should Kohli Bat At No 4?

Should Kohli Bat At No 4?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

He primarily bats at the No. 3 spot. Batting one down, in 210 ODI matches, he has scored over 10,000 runs with 39 tons and 55 50s.

It was painful, didn't understand why people were criticising me: Rahul

It was painful, didn't understand why people were criticising me: Rahul

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has conceded that he found the continued criticism directed at him painful and puzzling especially when his performance was not that bad.