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IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

This is a franchise built on resilience and has often stumbled but risen with a vengeance, fiercer and hungrier. The question is: when will that happen, and why did it not start from their home ground?

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar expressed solidarity with the families of those killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

What Did Gavaskar Tell Babar Azam?

What Did Gavaskar Tell Babar Azam?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Pakistan captain Babar Azam caught up with India's batting great Sunil Gavaskar in the US.

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Jadeja Tops Legends Gavaskar, Sobers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja powered to his record sixth fifty of the series to extend his stunning run with the bat, on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England.

Gavaskar Turns 75! Wish The Legend

Gavaskar Turns 75! Wish The Legend

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

As Sunil Gavaskar touched another significant milestone in his life, turning 75 on Wednesday, there was an outpouring of good wishes for him

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Mumbai, Ideal Venue To Kick Off T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Indian cricket is entering the T20 World Cup inspired not just by its legends, but by a fearless new generation that is already winning World Cups.

Is Gavaskar Why Rohit Failed In Australia?

Is Gavaskar Why Rohit Failed In Australia?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

An angry Rohit complained about Gavaskar being 'too negative' about his form in Australia, claiming that external pressure impacted his focus!

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

India's oldest Test cricketer CD Gopinath passes away at 96

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

Gavaskar sees similarities in showmen Pant and Alcaraz

Gavaskar sees similarities in showmen Pant and Alcaraz

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

With Wimbledon happening simultaneously with India's five-match Test series in England, a lot of former and current cricketers have been seen at the All England Lawn Tennis Club enjoying tennis.

Gavaskar To Give Kambli Rs 30,000 Monthly

Gavaskar To Give Kambli Rs 30,000 Monthly

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

'Gavaskar had wanted to help Kambli ever since he learned about his deteriorating health last year.'

Brilliant Gill Surpasses Kohli, Chases Gavaskar's Record at Oval

Brilliant Gill Surpasses Kohli, Chases Gavaskar's Record at Oval

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

With three centuries already in the series, Gill could join Don Bradman and Gavaskar in the elite club of captains who've hit the most hundreds in a single Test series, if he converts his current innings into a fourth on Day 5.

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Nitish Reddy's remarkable maiden Test century on Day 3 in the fourth Test against Australia helped India keep the first innings deficit to 105 runs, which could have been in excess of 200 after the visitors were reduced to 221 for 7 in reply to the hosts' 474 at one stage.

The Gavaskar@75 Quiz

The Gavaskar@75 Quiz

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Here's a quiz celebrating the Indian batting icon and to tell if you're a true Gavaskar fan...

Gavaskar: Siraj has debunked this business of workload

Gavaskar: Siraj has debunked this business of workload

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'When you are playing for your country, forget the aches and the pains. On the border, do you think that the jawans are complaining about cold.'

Play Ranji or risk losing Test spots: Gavaskar warns

Play Ranji or risk losing Test spots: Gavaskar warns

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Gavaskar said domestic cricket assumes importance in view of the upcoming 2025-2027 WTC cycle.

Pakistan Lost to India in First Innings Itself: Waqar

Pakistan Lost to India in First Innings Itself: Waqar

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Waqar Younis says Pakistan lost the T20 World Cup clash once India posted 175, criticising tactical errors and praising Suryakumar Yadav's leadership in the 61-run win.

Gavaskar upset over snub for Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation

Gavaskar upset over snub for Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar expressed his displeasure after not being invited to present the trophy, named after him and Allan Border, to Australia following their victory over India in the high-voltage five-Test finale at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Dilip Vengsarkar will be part of the MCA's grand celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Wankhede Stadium.

Wankhede@50: Gavaskar, Kambli felicitated

Wankhede@50: Gavaskar, Kambli felicitated

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

'I remember I smashed my first double hundred here against England and then went onto score many more hundreds in my career.'

'If A Player Doesn't Respect IPL...'

'If A Player Doesn't Respect IPL...'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'The IPL is the best T20 league in the world and anybody taking it lightly should not be considered at all.'

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

You don't just play here -- you must dare to play here because the sound from the stands crashes onto the field, and often the cheer comes back to the players like waves.

Rohit's shot selection needs a bit of tempering: Gavaskar

Rohit's shot selection needs a bit of tempering: Gavaskar

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Sunil Gavaskar also urged the misfiring Rohit Sharma to be a bit more selective about his shot-making.

India's T20 Champions Turn Stadium Into Dance Floor!

India's T20 Champions Turn Stadium Into Dance Floor!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs to win their third T20 World Cup title. The victory was marked by enthusiastic celebrations, consolatory gestures towards the New Zealand team, and the presence of cricket legends.

Maha govt allots plot reclaimed from Gavaskar to Rahane

Maha govt allots plot reclaimed from Gavaskar to Rahane

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

This plot, allotted to Sunil Gavaskar Cricket Foundation Trust, was returned to the state government by the cricket legend in May 2022.

Gavaskar@75: 15 Interesting Facts

Gavaskar@75: 15 Interesting Facts

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar celebrates a magnificent 75th birthday on July 10th. Rediff.com picks 15 facts about Sunil Gavaskar you need to know:

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Joe Root was on 36 and digging in when Mohammed Siraj angled one in that rapped him square on the pads. The Indians went up in unison. But umpire Paul Reiffel stood his ground.

Gavaskar's 'Funny' Comments Irks Aussies

Gavaskar's 'Funny' Comments Irks Aussies

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'It's not jabs anymore. Sunny is throwing haymakers over the top.'

Gavaskar explains his 'stupid' comment on Pant

Gavaskar explains his 'stupid' comment on Pant

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his disappointment with Rishabh Pant's dismissal, labeling it a 'stupid' shot driven by ego.

Gavaskar Slams Rohit, Iyer...

Gavaskar Slams Rohit, Iyer...

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'The dismissal of Mumbai's Test batters once again brought to the fore the perils of the all-out aggressive mode of batting that is nowadays thought of as being central to run-making.'

What's Gavaskar Doing At Sachin?

What's Gavaskar Doing At Sachin?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Sachin is a small railway station located in Surat, Gujarat.

Dropped Catches, Lazy Fielding? Gavaskar Fumes

Dropped Catches, Lazy Fielding? Gavaskar Fumes

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Gavaskar didn't mince words as he tore into India's sub-par work in the field, both in terms of dropped chances and overall outfielding.

'Gambhir can't be a coach; he can be a manager'

'Gambhir can't be a coach; he can be a manager'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

India's first World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev says a modern-day head coach's role is more about "managing" players than actually coaching them, amid criticism surrounding Gautam Gambhir's working style.

Gavaskar Changes Tune On Wash

Gavaskar Changes Tune On Wash

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

'What an inspired selection.'

From 'Stupid, Stupid, Stupid' To ...

From 'Stupid, Stupid, Stupid' To ...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Remember Gavaskar's 'stupid stupid stupid' comment during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series?

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Gavaskar emphasised that India shouldn't focus too far ahead on the target and should plan the chase according to the hours. He added that skipper Rohit Sharma's role in providing a solid start will be key.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek's form, confidence in focus vs England at Wankhede

T20 World Cup: Abhishek's form, confidence in focus vs England at Wankhede

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Having finished as the second-highest run-getter in 2025 among top nations, Abhishek was touted to dominate the tournament but the law of averages seemed to be catching up with the World No. 1 T20 batter when he returned to the dugout with three ducks in as many matches.

Shubman Gill's bat is doing the talking now!

Shubman Gill's bat is doing the talking now!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

So far in the four matches of the ongoing five-match series against the Three Lions, India Test captain Shubman Gill has managed to score 722 runs in the eight innings at an average of 90.25.

Kohli-Rohit should open against Ireland: Gavaskar

Kohli-Rohit should open against Ireland: Gavaskar

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal should drop down to the No 3 position, said batting great Sunil Gavaskar.

'Paddy deserved the India cap far more than some...': Gavaskar

'Paddy deserved the India cap far more than some...': Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Regarded as one of the best spinners to have never played for India, Padmakar Shivalkar played 124 first class matches, picking up 589 wickets in a career spanning nearly 25 years.