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Sarfaraz scripts memorable debut; enters record books

Sarfaraz scripts memorable debut; enters record books

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan had a memorable debut in the international arena during the third Test against England, becoming the only fourth Indian to score twin half-centuries on Test debut.

Why India MUST Back Rohit-Kohli

Why India MUST Back Rohit-Kohli

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'Upsetting the balance by moving Kohli down the order wouldn't be ideal, especially if they make frequent changes at the top.'

What An Innings, Nitish Reddy!

What An Innings, Nitish Reddy!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

It was a proper Test innings, it was of the highest class, and given the circumstances it came in, it was one of the best innings by an Indian batsman in recent memory, applauds Prem Panicker.

'They think they know everything'

'They think they know everything'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'Sometimes too much money comes, arrogance comes.'

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

When you are defending to save a game, a loose delivery comes along and you suddenly opt to play an attacking shot, you are unlikely to hit as well as if you were playing your naturally aggressive game all along. First Pant, then Jaiswal, found that out the costly way, observes Prem Panicker.

'Great to share something with Sunil Gavaskar'

'Great to share something with Sunil Gavaskar'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2011

Rahul Dravid brushed aside comparisons after equaling Sunil Gavaskar's record of 34 Test hundreds, saying the first batsman to surpass 10,000 Test runs had influenced him as a cricketer.

Kohli Overtakes Sehwag!

Kohli Overtakes Sehwag!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Virat Kohli is now the fifth highest run-scorer for India in Test cricket.

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'.

Jaiswal joins elite club: Tendulkar, Shastri, and more

Jaiswal joins elite club: Tendulkar, Shastri, and more

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Jaiswal's knock was a perfect blend of attack and defence.

What The WTC Final Pitch Looks Like

What The WTC Final Pitch Looks Like

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The surface displayed a cover of lush green grass, although it is worth noting that there are still a day remaining until the game begins.

India's newest Test star Sarfaraz thanks Gavaskar for support

India's newest Test star Sarfaraz thanks Gavaskar for support

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Sarfaraz Khan says his father Naushad, ingrained the importance of Test cricket in him.

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.

How WCT20 Can Help Boost Trade

How WCT20 Can Help Boost Trade

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Global consumer preferences can be influenced through music, films, literature, yoga and sports because they create interest and a sense of familiarity that can help our businesses to access foreign markets, suggests T N C Rajagopalan.

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.

Hardik who? Rohit Sharma to lead India in T20 World Cup 2024

Hardik who? Rohit Sharma to lead India in T20 World Cup 2024

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Rohit Sharma to captain India in this year's T20 World Cup

Gavaskar questions SRH's batting approach in IPL Qualifier 1

Gavaskar questions SRH's batting approach in IPL Qualifier 1

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the 'puzzling' batting approach

Gavaskar hails Siraj's 'never-say-die attitude'

Gavaskar hails Siraj's 'never-say-die attitude'

Rediff.com5 May 2024

Mohammed Siraj's self-belief and never-say-die attitude are his real strengths, said batting legend Sunil Gavaskar after the pacer set up Royal Challengers Bengaluru's four-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru on Saturday.

Gavaskar on why KKR can be big contender for IPL title

Gavaskar on why KKR can be big contender for IPL title

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Terming Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings his favourite teams in IPL, Gavaskar said Kolkata Knight Riders would be the dark horse.

'Who doesn't love him?'

'Who doesn't love him?'

Rediff.com16 May 2023

'It was a very emotional moment for me because this fellow has made immense contributions to Indian cricket.'

Former England spinner Underwood passes away

Former England spinner Underwood passes away

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Derek Underwood, England's best spinner in the post-World War II era, who gave a torrid time to the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, passed away at Kent on Monday. He was 78.

Practice and process: How Jurel cracked Test code

Practice and process: How Jurel cracked Test code

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

'The discussion before this innings with Dhruv was 'go down to the level of your practice and everything will be fine'. The talk is always about staying hungry.'

Gavaskar applauds SKY's gully cricket-style heroics

Gavaskar applauds SKY's gully cricket-style heroics

Rediff.com10 May 2023

SKY looked like playing gully cricket when he was toying with RCB bowlers, says Sunil Gavaskar

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Surprised that South Africa chose to bat first: Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Dean Elgar's decision backfired as South Africa were bundled out for 55 in their first innings.

Gavaskar lauds Gaikwad's 'debut as a captain'

Gavaskar lauds Gaikwad's 'debut as a captain'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar was mighty impressed with Chennai Super Kings's new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and lauded him for the way he maneuvered his bowlers during the IPL 2024 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, in Chennai, on Friday.

Gavaskar reckons Hardik will be India's next T20I captain

Gavaskar reckons Hardik will be India's next T20I captain

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

England hammered India by 10 wickets with Alex Hales and Jos Buttler striking commanding half-centuries.

'Playing IPL is better preparation than playing T20 game against Pakistan'

'Playing IPL is better preparation than playing T20 game against Pakistan'

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Former skipper Michael Vaughan feels England "missed the trick" by recalling its cricketers from the IPL to play a T20 series against Pakistan, saying it had denied them experiencing pressure-cooker situations of the playoffs, which could have helped them prepare better for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas.

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'The joy of winning the World Cup cannot be compared with any amount of money!'

Not Rohit, not Rahul but this player is a 'problem' for England

Not Rohit, not Rahul but this player is a 'problem' for England

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Jaiswal is only the fourth Indian left-hander besides Sourav Ganguly, Gautam Gambhir and Kambli to smash a Test double ton.

People can talk anything they want to, I know my game better: Kohli

People can talk anything they want to, I know my game better: Kohli

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Indian superstar Virat Kohli on Sunday dismissed the constant talk over his strike rate against spin in the middle overs, saying he knows his game better than those who question his approach.

What are Sunny and Vengsarkar doing at Wankhede?

What are Sunny and Vengsarkar doing at Wankhede?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

Cricketing legends Sunil Gavaskar and Dilip Vengsarkar received yet another tribute in their native Mumbai when the Sunil Gavaskar Box and Dilip Vengsarkar Stand were inaugurated at the city's Wankhede stadium.

What makes Rashid one of the most 'wanted players by franchises'

What makes Rashid one of the most 'wanted players by franchises'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Rashid Khan's commitment towards all aspects of the game make him one of the most sought-after commodities in T20 leagues across the globe, feels the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Commentator Gavaskar in trouble after crude remarks

Commentator Gavaskar in trouble after crude remarks

Rediff.com22 May 2022

Sunil Gavaskar landed himself in an unnecessary controversy after making an unwarranted remark about Rajasthan Royals batter Shimron Hetmyer and his wife

Modi to lay foundation stone of cricket stadium in Varanasi

Modi to lay foundation stone of cricket stadium in Varanasi

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of an international cricket stadium in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi.

Can Pant Guide DC To IPL 2024 Title?

Can Pant Guide DC To IPL 2024 Title?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Delhi Capitals finished 9th in IPL 2023. Will IPL 2024 be the year DC win its maiden title?

Injury woes continue: Is India's pace unit in jeopardy?

Injury woes continue: Is India's pace unit in jeopardy?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

'India need to prepare a good fast bowling unit in 2024'

Pujara Gets 100th Test Cap From Gavaskar

Pujara Gets 100th Test Cap From Gavaskar

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Cheteshwar Pujara, who achieved the landmark 100 Test matches, got a specially created 100th Test cap from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Ashwin absolutely terrific in all formats: Gavaskar

Ashwin absolutely terrific in all formats: Gavaskar

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

'Surreal effort, and superhuman at times.'

'India Has To Wake Up!'

'India Has To Wake Up!'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

'They perhaps hoped to get an early wicket, but once they didn't get that, they went into a shell.'

Rahul's ton in top 10 of India's Test history: Gavaskar

Rahul's ton in top 10 of India's Test history: Gavaskar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

K L Rahul's brave century in India's first innings of the ongoing first Test against South Africa, at Centurion, on Wednesday drew high acclaim from Sunil Gavaskar.

How India's latest DJ made England dance to his tunes

How India's latest DJ made England dance to his tunes

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

'Hard work is there, but I believe in visualisation and manifestation. Whatever match or series, one or two weeks prior I start preparation looking at the bowling line-up, who will bowl and how will I play them. I play out the scenarios and it helps.'