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Was Gavaskar too 'harsh' on Gill?

Was Gavaskar too 'harsh' on Gill?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

'Yes, you are hurt, but wait for the over to finish and get treated.' 'You are playing for your country. Just two more deliveries.'

How young blood transformed India's Test dominance

How young blood transformed India's Test dominance

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

The standout performers that allowed India to maintain their upper hand over England were young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

More chances of snowfall in Lahore than Indo-Pak series: Gavaskar

More chances of snowfall in Lahore than Indo-Pak series: Gavaskar

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar said it's possible that Lahore receives some snowfall but a bilateral series between India and Pakistan is unlikely to take place in the present circumstances. Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar had proposed a made-for-television three-match ODI series between India and Pakistan to raise funds for the fight against the pandemic in both the countries.

No One Wants Gavaskar's Batting Advice!

No One Wants Gavaskar's Batting Advice!

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

'I didn't have an ego about this, I could go and talk to them, but since there were two coaches -- Rahul Dravid and Vikram Rathore -- so sometimes you held back since you didn't want to confuse them with too much information.'

India's WTC loss: Are star batters past their prime?

India's WTC loss: Are star batters past their prime?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

India's much-vaunted top order let them down at The Oval

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.

'Have lost my closest friend on other side of the border'

'Have lost my closest friend on other side of the border'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Alam sighed when he heard about Bedi's death before gathering his breath to pay tribute to one of the greatest spinners of all time.

Virat Kohli achieves another milestone in 100th Test

Virat Kohli achieves another milestone in 100th Test

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Kohli has smashed 8,007 runs from 100 Tests at a remarkable average of 50.35.

'Hope Kohli celebrates his 100th Test with a hundred'

'Hope Kohli celebrates his 100th Test with a hundred'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

'Look at what he has achieved in all format of the game, not just Test cricket, where he has been fabulous.'

'Arshdeep's Bowling In The World Cup Final Was Extraordinary'

'Arshdeep's Bowling In The World Cup Final Was Extraordinary'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

'I was not able to watch that 19th over bowled by Arshdeep.' 'My son and daughter were watching the match and my eyes were closed.' 'When they used to shout 'Dot ball', I used to open my eyes, that is how I saw that Arshdeep over.'

India's Game-Changers In Vizag!

India's Game-Changers In Vizag!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Young turks Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill made the difference with the bat, while Jasprit Bumrah was devastating with the ball.

Former India opener Chetan Chauhan critical

Former India opener Chetan Chauhan critical

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The health condition of former India opener Chetan Chauhan, who tested positive for COVID-19 last month, has worsened after he developed multi-organ failure and he is now on ventilator support at a medical facility in Gurugram.

Gavaskar rubbishes Kohli-Rohit rift rumours

Gavaskar rubbishes Kohli-Rohit rift rumours

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

'Kohli will get runs whether he is playing under Rohit or anybody else.

A Day of Records for India at Lord's

A Day of Records for India at Lord's

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from the opening day of the Lord's Test.

Anushka slams Sunny

Anushka slams Sunny

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

'It's 2020 and things still don't change for me. When will I stop getting dragged into cricket and stop being used to pass sweeping statements?' Anu asked.

1983 WC cricket champs 'disturbed at manhandling of wrestlers'

1983 WC cricket champs 'disturbed at manhandling of wrestlers'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Former bowler Madan Lal added: "Heart-breaking that they decided to throw their medals. We aren't in favour of them throwing their medals because earning medals isn't easy and we urge the Government to sort out this issue as soon as possible."

Centurion Iyer keen to 'stay in the moment'

Centurion Iyer keen to 'stay in the moment'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Neither does Shreyas Iyer wants to harp on the past nor is he keen to fret about what the future has in store for him. He just wants to "stay in the moment" and seize the day, as the illustrious Sunil Gavaskar advised him while giving the India cap.

Gavaskar wants Pant to succeed Kohli as Test captain

Gavaskar wants Pant to succeed Kohli as Test captain

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar wants Rishabh Pant to succeed Virat Kohli as the next India Test captain as he believes a sense of responsibility will make the glovesman a better cricketer in all forms of the game.

IPL 2024 Moments To Remember...

IPL 2024 Moments To Remember...

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The hot button moments of IPL 2024...

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.

Revisiting the 1987 WC semis: A tearful Maninder, an upset Azhar

Revisiting the 1987 WC semis: A tearful Maninder, an upset Azhar

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'People till date say Gooch swept us out of the game. But if anyone watches that game, you will see that there were times when he was beaten for turn and the ball missed the stumps by a whisker. There were times he missed some straight balls going for sweep but in the pre-DRS days, you didn't get front-foot LBW in those days.'

Tendulkar's fav teammate: Sachin@50 reveals his pick

Tendulkar's fav teammate: Sachin@50 reveals his pick

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

When Sachin picked Laxman as his favourite player among the likes of Dravid, Ganguly

Duleep Trophy: Vidwath leads South's fight back

Duleep Trophy: Vidwath leads South's fight back

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

South Zone pacers were brilliantly bellicose while reducing West Zone to 129 for 7

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.

It's June 25 Again For Kapil's Devils!

It's June 25 Again For Kapil's Devils!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

To celebrate India's glorious World Cup win on June 25, 1983, Paymentz launch The 1983 World Cup Opus exactly 39 years later.

'You should ask Kohli what shot he played'

'You should ask Kohli what shot he played'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Gavaskar said Indian batters erred persistently around their personal landmarks, citing a pattern.

Azharuddin's mantra to thrive on rank turners

Azharuddin's mantra to thrive on rank turners

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Azharuddin suggested that wearing shoes with rubber soles could be a better option than the ones having spikes.

The World Cup That Cheers

The World Cup That Cheers

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from Kashmir to Kerala and Mizoram to Maharashtra, explains Shreekant Sambrani.

Will Rohit, Ashwin Play Ranji Trophy Semis?

Will Rohit, Ashwin Play Ranji Trophy Semis?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Only if we could have a Rohit versus Ashwin clash in the semis! What a perfect fill-up it would be for the resurgence of the Ranji Trophy.

ICC must make sure there is level-playing field: Gavaskar

ICC must make sure there is level-playing field: Gavaskar

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

The advantage teams have had batting second in the just-concluded T20 World Cup is something the ICC can look into to ensure a level-playing field, Indian batting great Sunil Gavaskar said on Monday.

DK's lunch date with Sunny G

DK's lunch date with Sunny G

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

'Lunch date with the legend!' DK posted on his Facebook page.

Is Dhoni more popular than Tendulkar, Kohli?

Is Dhoni more popular than Tendulkar, Kohli?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar says two-time World Cup-winning captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's popularity in cricket-crazy India India exceeds that of the great Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.

'I am here to make you uncomfortable'

'I am here to make you uncomfortable'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

'Playing for India was my dream and when I get tired, I always remind myself of this. That's where the smile is from.'

Pant among Top 10 Indian Batsmen...

Pant among Top 10 Indian Batsmen...

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

The Telegraph's Chief Cricket Writer Scyld Berry has picked Rishabh Pant alongside greats like Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendukar, Gundappa Vishwanath and Rahul Dravid.

'No fast bowler ever frightened Gavaskar'

'No fast bowler ever frightened Gavaskar'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

'Doubtless he was the greatest opener of his era; and also one of the greatest in the history of cricket.'

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.

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

When Patriotism Sets In, The Game Suffers A Rout

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Just as the umpire's decision is no longer final, what is disdainfully rejected is the age-old dictum that the game should be played and watched in the spirit of the game, sighs Uddalok Bhattacharya.

Virat Kohli: Anatomy of a megastar keeping a dying format alive

Virat Kohli: Anatomy of a megastar keeping a dying format alive

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

A fairytale moment unfolded at the Wankhede as Virat Kohli climbed to the summit, overtaking the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

Bishan Singh Bedi: The Sardar of Spin who conquered hearts

Bishan Singh Bedi: The Sardar of Spin who conquered hearts

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Arguably the greatest slow left-arm bowler that the world has ever seen, Bishan Singh Bedi left an indelible impression in minds of many with a character to die for.

'Expectations Hurt', says Rahul Tewatia

'Expectations Hurt', says Rahul Tewatia

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

Rahul Tewatia seemed disappointed after not being named in the Indian squad for the tour of Ireland, comprising two T20Is to be played on June 26 and 28 in Dublin.