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Noted Mumbai coach Vasu Paranjape passes away

Noted Mumbai coach Vasu Paranjape passes away

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

On behalf of the Apex Council members of MCA, all the member clubs as also the cricketing fraternity we condole his demise," secretary Sanjay Naik and joint secretary.

Gavaskar picks his India captain, vice-captain for T20s

Gavaskar picks his India captain, vice-captain for T20s

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar picked Rohit Sharma to lead India in T20 Internationals after Virat Kohli, while KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant are his two options as the vice-captains in the shortest format.

'Why has Pujara been made the scapegoat?'

'Why has Pujara been made the scapegoat?'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

'He has played 100 Tests, he deserves respect.'

Ranveer Kisses Deepika at '83 Premiere

Ranveer Kisses Deepika at '83 Premiere

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

Kabir Khan's '83 saw a grand premiere in Mumbai, attended by the film's star cast.

Here's why Gavaskar called Tewatia 'iceman'

Here's why Gavaskar called Tewatia 'iceman'

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Gavaskar has nicknamed Tewatia 'ice-man' and lauded his ability to remain unruffled during tense moments.

Decoding The SKY Scoop!

Decoding The SKY Scoop!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Suryakumar Yadav peppered the Zimbabwe bowlers across the MCG on Sunday, once again leaving his mark on the T20 World Cup with a sensational 61 not out from 25 balls.

Indian Cricketers' Association helps 57 needy cricketers amid COVID-19

Indian Cricketers' Association helps 57 needy cricketers amid COVID-19

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Boosted by significant contributions, the Indian Cricketers' Association (ICA) has managed to raise Rs 78 lakh and will provide financial assistance to 57 needy cricketers as they battle the COVID-19 pandemic. The ICA had originally planned to help 25-30 former players, who are struggling for funds amid the health crisis.

Does this man look like Ravi Shastri? VOTE!

Does this man look like Ravi Shastri? VOTE!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Lookalike contest or not, we couldn't help but ask: Do these actors look like the legends they play on screen? Vote!

Include Umran In India Team: P Chidambaram

Include Umran In India Team: P Chidambaram

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

'After today's performance there is no doubt that he is the find of this edition of IPL.'

Select County XI for warm-up game against India: ECB

Select County XI for warm-up game against India: ECB

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is working on COVID-19 protocols to organise a warm-up game for the touring Indian team against 'Combined Counties' side in the third week of July as a tune-up for the first Test in Nottingham, starting on August 4.

Rahul's Shut The Noise Celebration

Rahul's Shut The Noise Celebration

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

It is his second IPL century while leading a side. He is now the second player after Virat Kohli to have more than one ton as a captain.

'After Sachin, am excited to see Umran'

'After Sachin, am excited to see Umran'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

'They need a wicket-taking bowler and Umran Malik is a wicket-taker.'

Engineer hails IPL being 'envy of the world' but says Test cricket can't be...

Engineer hails IPL being 'envy of the world' but says Test cricket can't be...

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Former Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer hailed IPL being the 'envy of the world' but said Test cricket cannot be sacrificed.

How DK and Pant can play in the same XI

How DK and Pant can play in the same XI

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

As the Indian think-tank ponders over its team combination ahead of the Pakistan clash, the legendary 73-year-old feels both could be accommodated.

When Lata Mangeshkar rescued BCCI post 1983 WC win

When Lata Mangeshkar rescued BCCI post 1983 WC win

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

When Kapil Dev lifted the 1983 World Cup at the Lord's balcony, the erstwhile BCCI president and one of the powerful ministers in the Indira Gandhi cabinet, late NKP Salve had a different worry.

When Virat Played His 1st Test...

When Virat Played His 1st Test...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'Even in his debut series he wasn't afraid to take on the opposition.'

Sydney Test, Day 1: Interesting numbers

Sydney Test, Day 1: Interesting numbers

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Cheteshwar Pujara has now scored 3 centuries in this series, equalling Sunil Gavaskar's record.

'We didn't have any champagne to celebrate, so...'

'We didn't have any champagne to celebrate, so...'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'...we got it from the West Indies dressing room!'

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.

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Jadeja is ready to lead CSK if Dhoni takes a break, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar believes Ravindra Jadeja will be ready to take over the mantle of Chennai Super Kings' captaincy if the Mahendra Singh Dhoni decides to take a game or two off in IPL 2022.

Bairstow hits back at Gavaskar over 'uninterested' comment

Bairstow hits back at Gavaskar over 'uninterested' comment

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

England opener Jonny Bairstow has hit back at Sunil Gavaskar for questioning his intent in the Test series, saying the Indian legend is more than welcome to call or message him and discuss about his 'will' to play the longest format.

Ranji Trophy: Injured Vihari bats one-handed to defy MP

Ranji Trophy: Injured Vihari bats one-handed to defy MP

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

Andhra skipper Hanuma Vihari batted left-handed and defied speedster Avesh Khan to add 26 runs for the 10th wicket and help his team reach 379 against Madhya Pradesh on the second day of the Ranji Trophy quarter-final.

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal hit a century on debut as India seized complete control on the second day of the first Test against the West Indies.

'We should remember England's gesture after 26/11 attack'

'We should remember England's gesture after 26/11 attack'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Sunil Gavaskar welcomes BCCI's decision to reschedule cancelled 5th Test.

'Tilak Varma could be an all-format India batter'

'Tilak Varma could be an all-format India batter'

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Verma has been one of the finds of IPL and with 368 runs from 12 games

Tendulkar recalls the 'better years' under coach Gaekwad

Tendulkar recalls the 'better years' under coach Gaekwad

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Sachin Tendulkar has termed playing under Aunshuman Gaekwad as some of the "better years" of his cricketing career and that the former India coach was someone who could always be trusted.

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?

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.

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.

Dravid presents Kohli special cap on 100th Test

Dravid presents Kohli special cap on 100th Test

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

It was a special day for Virat Kohli at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Friday as he complete the landmark of 100 Test matches.

Never thought I'll play 100 Tests: Kohli

Never thought I'll play 100 Tests: Kohli

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

On Friday, Virat Kohli will achieve the milestone of playing 100 matches in the longest format.

June 25, 1983: When the Cup came home...

June 25, 1983: When the Cup came home...

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

The Indian cricket team defied all odds, expectations and made history on June 25, 1983 by winning its first cricket World Cup crown, defeating the mighty West Indies in the final by 43 runs at Lord's.

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Spinner Kuldeep Yadav's surprise exclusion from the playing XI in the second Test against Bangladesh drew a strong criticism from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

On this day in '83, Kapil Dev scored 175* against Zimbabwe

On this day in '83, Kapil Dev scored 175* against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

On this day in 1983, legendary Indian all-rounder Kapil Dev delivered a smashing 175* against Zimbabwe in the 20th match of the World Cup that year in England.

Tendulkar's 'two regrets'

Tendulkar's 'two regrets'

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Sachin Tendulkar played 200 Tests and nearly 500 ODIs. What could be his regrets after such a fulfilling career?

'He deserves every rupee'

'He deserves every rupee'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

'Earlier, he was a bowler batters were looking to face because he hardly had any change of pace.' 'Now, he is the bowler batters do not want to face because they don't know what he is going to bowl.'

Gavaskar on why India must pick Karthik for T20 World Cup

Gavaskar on why India must pick Karthik for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar reckons that Dinesh Karthik can play the role of a finisher for the Indian team in the T20 World Cup later this year.

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

'We even pulled Kapil's leg'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'England were going great guns when Kapil threw the ball to Jimmy and then to me.'

Gavaskar's foundation comes to aid of ailing hockey Olympian MP Singh

Gavaskar's foundation comes to aid of ailing hockey Olympian MP Singh

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 'The CHAMPS Foundation', which has been helping a lot of sports personalities under financial distress for more than two decades, have come to the aid of ailing hockey Olympian Mohinder Pal Singh.

After IPL triumph, Pandya sets sight on T20 World Cup

After IPL triumph, Pandya sets sight on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2022

After leading Gujarat Titans to the IPL 2022 title in their first season, winning the Twenty20 World Cup with India is next on Hardik Pandya's bucket list.