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Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar dismissed conspiracy theories around the pitch for the World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand, asking the "morons" to shut up and stop taking potshots at the hosts.

'Indian cricket is no one's personal property'

'Indian cricket is no one's personal property'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Some people consider Indian cricket their personal fiefdom: Gambhir

KL Rahul could play finishers' role for LSG: Gavaskar

KL Rahul could play finishers' role for LSG: Gavaskar

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Former Indian captain and batting great Sunil Gavaskar believes captain KL Rahul can play the finishers' role for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2022.

All eyes on ECB: Who will present the Pataudi medal?

All eyes on ECB: Who will present the Pataudi medal?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Pataudi medal was an afterthought, ECB should have done better: Farokh Engineer

'I have not seen a better opening batsman than Gavaskar'

'I have not seen a better opening batsman than Gavaskar'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Former India all-rounder Ravi Shastri has said that ex-captain Sunil Gavaskar remains the best opener he has seen in world cricket.

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev on Wednesday expressed his surprise at the renaming of the Pataudi Trophy as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, calling the decision "strange."

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India's cricketing journey post-independence is a saga of triumphs! From iconic World Cup wins to unforgettable Test series victories, the nation's passion for cricket shines through.

Fixing can't be totally controlled: Gavaskar

Fixing can't be totally controlled: Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Gavaskar's comments came in the wake of accusations that players and officials of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) have been involved in match-fixing

Gavaskar is still scared of 'Bouncer and Beamer'

Gavaskar is still scared of 'Bouncer and Beamer'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Legendary Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar may have made 70's fiery West Indian bowling line up look ordinary, but his former teammate Ravi Shastri has disclosed the little master's fear for 'Bouncer and Beamer'.

Is Samson getting wasted down the order?

Is Samson getting wasted down the order?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

With no success beyond opening, where does India fit Samson in batting order?

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Former Pak Great, Mushtaq Remembers Bedi, Yearns for Junagarh

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'I would love to go to the place where was I born and grew up in. The nearest I came to visiting Junagarh was when I played the Dilip Sardesai benefit game in Ahmedabad.'

Did Umpiring Decide Lord's Test?

Did Umpiring Decide Lord's Test?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'Whenever India bowls, Reiffel feels it's not out. Whenever India bats, he feels it's out.'

Rahul can be groomed as a future India captain: Gavaskar

Rahul can be groomed as a future India captain: Gavaskar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar feels K L Rahul is captaincy material and should be groomed as a future leader of the Indian cricket team. Gavaskar made the comments after Virat Kohli announced that he would step down from T20 captaincy after the World Cup.

PIX: Karun leads India's recovery on rain-hit Day 1

PIX: Karun leads India's recovery on rain-hit Day 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

India lost their openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and K L Rahul on a green top but did well to reach 72 for two at lunch on Day 1 of the series-deciding fifth Test against England at The Oval, London, on Thursday.

My generation wasn't bullied: Gavaskar tells Nasser

My generation wasn't bullied: Gavaskar tells Nasser

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar rebuked former England captain Nasser Hussain on Wednesday for his assertion that Indian cricket teams of the bygone era were easily bullied unlike the current side, under Virat Kohli.

Major Milestones Beckon Gill, Siraj, Jadeja at Oval

Major Milestones Beckon Gill, Siraj, Jadeja at Oval

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

As England and India gear up for the final Test of the fiercely fought five-match series starting at The Oval on Thursday, a number of individuals on either side will be on the cusp of major individual milestones.

When Gavaskar defended Srinivasan...

When Gavaskar defended Srinivasan...

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

Despite BCCI opposing the court's directive to make Gavaskar the head of IPL 7, he has always toed the board's line. So much so that last year, he was accused of remaining silent during the spot-fixing and betting controversies. While former cricketers bayed for N Srinivasan's head, Gavaskar was never part of that group. In fact, the batting legend went ahead and defended the former BCCI boss.

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Syed Abid Ali: A Panther On The Field

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Abid Ali's contributions to Indian cricket remain etched in history. His spirit, sportsmanship, and selfless play defined an era, and his legacy will endure in the annals of the game.

Gavaskar baffled at his integrity being questioned

Gavaskar baffled at his integrity being questioned

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

'Show me one instance where I have tried to influence the selection committee. Indian cricket has done more for me than I have done for it'

Calmness that Hardik brings reminiscent of Dhoni: Gavaskar

Calmness that Hardik brings reminiscent of Dhoni: Gavaskar

Rediff.com27 May 2023

Gujarat Titans, under the guidance of Hardik Pandya, sailed into their second successive IPL final after blowing away five-time champions Mumbai Indians.

T20 Mumbai League: SKY, Iyer, Dube picked in draft

T20 Mumbai League: SKY, Iyer, Dube picked in draft

Rediff.com2 May 2025

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav was named the icon player for the Triumph Knights Mumbai NorthEast, while Shreyas Iyer went to SoBo Mumbai Falcons.

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

He has taken nine five-wicket hauls in SENA conditions.

Should Aamir Khan play Gavaskar in film on 1983 World Cup win?

Should Aamir Khan play Gavaskar in film on 1983 World Cup win?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Who should essay the characters of the other members of that history-making Indian squad?

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Harry Brook, the English middle-order batter, faced criticism after being dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy for the second consecutive time in the ongoing T20I series against India.

Gavaskar is interim BCCI chief; IPL 7 to go on as scheduled

Gavaskar is interim BCCI chief; IPL 7 to go on as scheduled

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

The Supreme Court, on Friday, suspended N Srinivasan from the Board of Control for Cricket in India and all its activities, and ordered former India captain Sunil Gavaskar to take over as interim president.

How Gill's epic 269 set up India's Edgbaston charge

How Gill's epic 269 set up India's Edgbaston charge

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill scored a record-breaking 269 and their seamers struck early to put the tourists in a commanding position at Edgbaston on Thursday.

Gavaskar recommended Emburey

Gavaskar recommended Emburey

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

'Emburey's name was recommended by Gavaskar,' BCCI Chief Administrative Officer Ratnakar Shetty said.

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Gavaskar's birthday wish: Save children suffering from heart disease

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

There cannot be a bigger blessing than a second shot at a healthy life for children born with congenital heart disease, said the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, whose biggest pledge on his 72nd birthday is to bring smiles on those cute little faces.

Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Steve Smith completes 10,000 runs in Tests!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Steve Smith is the 15th player to go past the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket.

'Momentum is with Australia, not India'

'Momentum is with Australia, not India'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Australia levelled the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-1 with a 10-wicket win in the day-night Test after losing the first Test at Perth by 295 runs.

Oval Test set for explosive finish

Oval Test set for explosive finish

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India and England players will push their tired bodies on the line with everything to play for in the fifth and final Test starting at The Oval on Thursday

What Gavaskar did without helmet, it is difficult for people these days to do with all the equipments'

"What Gavaskar did without helmet, it is difficult for people these days to do with all the equipments'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

As Sunil Gavaskar turned 66, Virender Sehwag paid a glowing tribute, saying what the batting legend did without wearing a helmet the best of batsmen today would not be able to do with all their equipments on.

BCCI commentators: Gavaskar & Co will have to sign undertakings

BCCI commentators: Gavaskar & Co will have to sign undertakings

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar along with other enlisted in the Board of Control for Cricket in India's panel of commentators will have to sign an undertaking that they don't have any 'Conflict of Interest' as per the recommendations by the Lodha Panel.

Gavaskar recalls how Sobers helped him keep place in side

Gavaskar recalls how Sobers helped him "keep place in side"

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The legendary batsman made his Test debut on March 6, 1971 against the West Indies, a series which India won. He then went on to become the first batsman to score 10,000 Test runs.

Gavaskar drops big hint regarding IPL 2020

Gavaskar drops big hint regarding IPL 2020

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Sunil Gavaskar feels that once the Australia government has now formally announced that 25 per cent crowd can turn up for sporting events, a World T20 in October looks more imminent than IPL.

Super Smith reaches more than one landmark in Galle!

Super Smith reaches more than one landmark in Galle!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

After seeing a lifeline fall his way, Smith never looked back and went on to complete his 35th Test ton.

Gavaskar@50: 15 interesting facts

Gavaskar@50: 15 interesting facts

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

It was this day, March 6, in 1971 that Sunil Manohar Gavaskar made his debut in Test cricket.

What Are Sid M And Sunny G Doing?

What Are Sid M And Sunny G Doing?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'The Spartan Race is a great way to get people out of their couch.'

'I expect India to win at Lord's and go 2-1 up'

'I expect India to win at Lord's and go 2-1 up'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

It was crucial for Shubman Gill to score truckload of runs to call the shots as skipper, former India batter Dilip Vengsarkar said in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Gavaskar backs Dravid-Rohit partnership to work well

Gavaskar backs Dravid-Rohit partnership to work well

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Highlighting the similarities between, Rohit Sharma, who took over as T20 skipper from Virat Kohli, and Dravid, Gavaskar said the two men will work well together easily.