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KKR's battle for survival; LSG sets sights on playoffs

KKR's battle for survival; LSG sets sights on playoffs

Rediff.com19 May 2023

LSG do not have to fret so much about the mathematical scenarios as a win would be enough for them to seal their back-to-back playoff berth.

'Kohli is a freak!'

'Kohli is a freak!'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in the history of T20 World Cups, surpassing former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene's total of 1016 runs.

ICC CEO Sawhney steps down after internal review over conduct

ICC CEO Sawhney steps down after internal review over conduct

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) chief executive Manu Sawhney will step down with immediate effect, four months after he was sent on leave following an investigation into his style of working.

'Absolute rubbish!': Rohit slams 'outsider' Shastri's overconfidence claims

'Absolute rubbish!': Rohit slams 'outsider' Shastri's overconfidence claims

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Former coach Ravi Shastri's assertion that the Indian team lost in Indore due to "overconfidence" has been termed "rubbish" by skipper Rohit Sharma, who minced no words while calling him an "outsider".

Warner eyes double over former side as DC host SRH in bottom of table clash

Warner eyes double over former side as DC host SRH in bottom of table clash

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Delhi Capitals will look to do the double when they host Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL contest at home on Saturday.

Why Formula One is targeting Indian market

Why Formula One is targeting Indian market

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Formula One launch F1 TV in India, target 'strong mobile market'

No IPL commentary while coaching is 'stupid clause': Shastri

No IPL commentary while coaching is 'stupid clause': Shastri

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

'You call Raina Mr. IPL, I could not disagree. He lit up the IPL, to play consecutive seasons for a team without missing a match is a real big compliment in itself. He is one of the highest-scorers in the history of the competition.'

SRH look for inspiration from new skipper Markram to turn tables against LSG

SRH look for inspiration from new skipper Markram to turn tables against LSG

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

SRH will bank on Markram's leadership skills to deliver results this season.

KKR's fight for survival continues in must-win clash with RR

KKR's fight for survival continues in must-win clash with RR

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Resurgent KKR face struggling RR, aim to break into top-4

Depleted KKR seek home comfort against star-studded RCB

Depleted KKR seek home comfort against star-studded RCB

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

KKR looked a shadow of their past in their season-opener

What Rinku Is Teaching Dre Rus

What Rinku Is Teaching Dre Rus

Rediff.com4 May 2022

'Ompho is an emotion', KKR wrote on its Instagram page.

What Sachin Told Virat After Guwahati 100

What Sachin Told Virat After Guwahati 100

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

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T20 WC: Why India should pick Pant for semis against England

T20 WC: Why India should pick Pant for semis against England

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

India will take on England in the second semi-final in Adelaide on Thursday, and the former head coach believes that Pant is a match-winner and the right man for the finisher's role.

Punjab's batters under scanner as they face LSG

Punjab's batters under scanner as they face LSG

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The Punjab Kings, who have heavily relied on skipper Shikhar Dhawan, will need their batters to step up as they face a confident Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday.

Struggling Delhi Capitals eye turnaround against RCB

Struggling Delhi Capitals eye turnaround against RCB

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Delhi are enduring a poor start to the season as they have lost all their four games in IPL 2023 so far.

Why Adelaide Oval Is Special To Shastri

Why Adelaide Oval Is Special To Shastri

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Under Ravi Shastri's tutelage, India became the first Asian team to win a Test series in Australia when they upset the hosts 2-1 in 2018-19 before winning their second successive series two years later.

IPL: Laggards Delhi face Punjab in battle of survival

IPL: Laggards Delhi face Punjab in battle of survival

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Delhi Capitals will expect a more purposeful approach from its Indian batting unit as it plays for pride against Punjab Kings.

Haydos' Mango Lesson!

Haydos' Mango Lesson!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'I am 50 mango seasons young.'

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Captain Rohit Sharma's form with the bat and bowling in the death overs will be a huge concern for hosts Mumbai Indians when they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday.

Will India bring in Shaw for series-deciding 3rd T20 vs NZ?

Will India bring in Shaw for series-deciding 3rd T20 vs NZ?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

With the series on the line, captain Hardik Pandya is unlikely to make changes despite clamour for inclusion of Prithvi Shaw.

CSK eye win over DC to seal play-offs spot

CSK eye win over DC to seal play-offs spot

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Dhoni has managed some cameos in the fag end of the innings and the skipper is expected to continue doing so despite calls of him coming up the order.

Punjab Kings face uphill task against Mumbai Indians

Punjab Kings face uphill task against Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians, who are placed sixth in the points table, have been able to bounce back impressively with wins against Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

IPL 2023: Will franchises vie for Mayank at auction?

IPL 2023: Will franchises vie for Mayank at auction?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

'He (Mayank) will be a very very attractive proposition for teams looking for an opener because this is the guy who'll get you big scores'

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals would be banking on their near-perfect combinations in almost all departments of the game to put up another commanding performance when they take on a strong Punjab Kings.

IPL: CSK look to make best of home comfort against Mumbai Indians

IPL: CSK look to make best of home comfort against Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Chennai Super Kings will be wary of Mumbai Indians, which has a superior record in Chennai and has gathered some momentum by winning their last two matches.

DC's Dilemma: Drop Shaw to turn fortunes around?

DC's Dilemma: Drop Shaw to turn fortunes around?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

With DC having lost all five games so far this season, a rejig of the top order against KKR at the Ferozeshah Kotla in a bid to revive their fortunes could be on the cards.

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Punjab Kings would be sweating over skipper Shikhar Dhawan's injury at a time when they need all their firepower against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Umran Malik Enjoys The Waves!

Umran Malik Enjoys The Waves!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

The fastest bowler in the nation enjoyed a relaxed evening at the Rushikonda beach in Visakhapatnam on Monday.

IPL: Can inconsistent LSG halt Rajasthan Royals' charge?

IPL: Can inconsistent LSG halt Rajasthan Royals' charge?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Blowing hot and cold, Lucknow Super Giants will look to return to winning ways when they clash against table-toppers Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2023: CSK aim to get back to winning ways vs LSG

IPL 2023: CSK aim to get back to winning ways vs LSG

Rediff.com2 May 2023

CSK, coming off consecutive losses to Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, will be aiming to bounce back against Lucknow Super Giants.

Women's T20 World Cup: England pose tough challenge as India eye semis berth

Women's T20 World Cup: England pose tough challenge as India eye semis berth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Following two convincing wins in the Women's T20 World Cup, Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's team will have their task cut out when they take on England at St. George's Park in Gqeberha on Saturday.

'Dinesh Karthik should be batting more'

'Dinesh Karthik should be batting more'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'There is a role for him to come up the order.'

Unbeaten on the road, mighty Titans pose tough challenge for hosts MI

Unbeaten on the road, mighty Titans pose tough challenge for hosts MI

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Former champions Mumbai Indians will have their task cut out when they host Gujarat Titans, who remain unbeaten on the road.

Is Dhoni becoming a Kung Fu Shaolin Master?

Is Dhoni becoming a Kung Fu Shaolin Master?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

Head clean shaven, dressed in monk robes, seemingly in deep thought.

'Warner will have a point to prove in IPL'

'Warner will have a point to prove in IPL'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

David Warner is set to lead the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season and assistant coach Shane Watson said the opener will have a point to prove in the tournament.

WTC Final PIX! Head leaves India reeling on Day 1

WTC Final PIX! Head leaves India reeling on Day 1

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Travis Head hammered a solid ton at the Oval as Australia dominated the proceedings over India on Day 1 of the WTC Final.

Why Srikkanth would have picked Shami over Harshal for WC

Why Srikkanth would have picked Shami over Harshal for WC

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'I mean, they can say (he is) not in the scheme of things, he's only for Test cricket or one day cricket but we are playing in Australia. That guy has done well last IPL, so Shami is the must in my team.'

DK Isn't Cheeka's Choice For Finisher

DK Isn't Cheeka's Choice For Finisher

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

'Actual finishers are guys like Suryakumar Yadav. He is a brilliant finisher. You have Rishabh Pant, who is a brilliant finisher. You have Hardik Pandya, who is a brilliant finisher too.'

Hardik breaks down after win against Pak

Hardik breaks down after win against Pak

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Emotional Hardik recalls late father's sacrifices

Old or new ball, Arshdeep focuses on consistency

Old or new ball, Arshdeep focuses on consistency

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Young India pacer Arshdeep Singh has credited his impressive run in the T20 World Cup to 'consistency' in his bowling line on the hard and bouncy Australian pitches.