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How dominant India crushed England in opener

How dominant India crushed England in opener

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The left-hander clobbered eight sixes and five fours in his scintillating 79 off 34 balls as India chased down a modest 133-run target in 12.5 overs.

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

SEE: Kohli Reveals Why He Quit India, RCB Captaincy

SEE: Kohli Reveals Why He Quit India, RCB Captaincy

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'I was constantly under the microscope. Eventually, I had to ask myself if I was still happy. If I wanted to continue, I needed to find that joy again.'

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

'Sans Kohli, Test cricket would've been far blander'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Test cricket would have been a "far blander place" without Kohli: Vaughan

Steve Smith raring to leave mark on T20 World Cup

Steve Smith raring to leave mark on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Though arguably Australia's finest batsman of the modern era, Steve Smith's only on-field role has been as a substitute at this World Cup, with selectors opting for the hard-hitting but inexperienced David in the middle order.

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ODIs will remain relevant because World Cup is Olympics of cricket: Steve Waugh

Ashwin peerless in Tests but has competition in T20s: Muralitharan

Ashwin peerless in Tests but has competition in T20s: Muralitharan

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Sri Lankan bowling great Muttiah Muralitharan says the quality and depth in Indian cricket's white ball eco-system is so good that the country has created an unimaginable talent pool in T20 format.

'Dravid, Gambhir's passion for Indian cricket is palpable'

'Dravid, Gambhir's passion for Indian cricket is palpable'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Ashwin has had the opportunity to play under the wing of both stars. He pointed out that there isn't a huge gap between Gambhir and Dravid's approach or the passion that the duo shares for Indian cricket.

This Great Would Love To Bowl To Kohli

This Great Would Love To Bowl To Kohli

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'Would he have dominated during my era or before my era? I think he would.'

How T20 will change!

How T20 will change!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Fascinating predictions for the years ahead. A revealing excerpt from Tim Wigmore and Freddie Wilde's Cricket 2.0: Inside The T20 Revolution.

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

IPL 2025: How smart auction strategy sparked RCB's dream run

Rediff.com31 May 2025

The appointment of Mo Bobat and Andy Flower and Dinesh Karthik into the coaching staff changed the template, and it reflected in RCB's approach in the auction room in 2024.

Vote! Who Will Be India's Test Captain?

Vote! Who Will Be India's Test Captain?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

As India prepares for its upcoming five Test series against England, the selection committee faces a crucial decision regarding the team's leadership. Who should be the next India captain in red ball cricket?

Rohit retires from Tests... right decision at right time?

Rohit retires from Tests... right decision at right time?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit called time on his red-ball career with immediate effect, bringing the curtains to a remarkable journey.

'I'm in awe of Arshdeep; he is an exceptional bowler'

'I'm in awe of Arshdeep; he is an exceptional bowler'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings' Lockie Ferguson was all praise for his new-ball partner Arshdeep Singh, calling him a lively character and a fast-bowling workhorse.

Vaughan calls out India's dated approach to T20 format

Vaughan calls out India's dated approach to T20 format

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

"India have to be honest now. What happens when India arrive at a World Cup? Everyone plays them up. Nobody wants to criticise them because you get hammered on social media and pundits worry about losing work in India one day," he wrote. However, Vaughan feels now is the "time to tell it straight,"

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

'T20 is like fast food; it's not a cricketer's sport'

'T20 is like fast food; it's not a cricketer's sport'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

'It is not right for batters to steal two or three metres and then bowlers marginally overstepping and getting a free hit. I know people want to see sixes and fours but also if you are a real cricket lover, you want to see competition between bat and ball and not just one-sided games.'

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

T20s against England: Time for experimentation over for India

T20s against England: Time for experimentation over for India

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Skipper Rohit Sharma will be travelling to the port city on Wednesday and is expected to feature in the series-opener.

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

How did India and Virat Kohli fare in T20Is? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers.

Coaching chaos in Pakistan! After Kirsten, Gillespie quits

Coaching chaos in Pakistan! After Kirsten, Gillespie quits

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Jason Gillespie stepped down from his role as Pakistan's Test team coach

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Rohit Sharma's career has been a mix of brilliant moments and inconsistencies. While his Test record may not be impressive, his white-ball dominance and leadership qualities make him a legend.

Time has come..., says Bravo after Windies exit T20 World Cup

Time has come..., says Bravo after Windies exit T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Following the defending champions' defeat to Sri Lanka in the Super 12s match in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, Bravo confirmed he would be hanging up his boots on the ICC's post-match Facebook Live show.

Focus on Sanju, Abhishek as India eye winning start

Focus on Sanju, Abhishek as India eye winning start

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Captaon Suryakumar Yadav, all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel, the only member from the Test side, will be hoping for a strong outing so that India can apply some balm over the wounds from their recent home series defeat against New Zealand.

Should India pick Gaikwad, Iyer for 1st T20?

Should India pick Gaikwad, Iyer for 1st T20?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for Wednesday's opening T20I against New Zealand?

Shastri lauds Rohit as a batting and captaincy maestro

Shastri lauds Rohit as a batting and captaincy maestro

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Rohit has overtaken former skipper Dhoni as the most successful T20I captain with 49 wins in 62 matches.

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

India's Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav were named in the Most Valuable Team of ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

No crowd restriction for New Zealand T20I in Jaipur

No crowd restriction for New Zealand T20I in Jaipur

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

'As per the current state guidelines, we can have a full crowd. You need to be vaccinated with one dose or you carry a negative test report which will be checked at the entrance,' Rajasthan Cricket Association secretary Mahendra Sharma said on Thursday.

Rohit Sharma can be relieved as captain from T20s: Sehwag

Rohit Sharma can be relieved as captain from T20s: Sehwag

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Rohit has not been able to feature in all of India's matches since taking over as captain due to injuries and workload management.

The Strange Cases Of Sanju, Siraj, Karun

The Strange Cases Of Sanju, Siraj, Karun

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Sanju Samson will feel hard done by after being left out and so will Mohammed Siraj.

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

On a night packed with drama, milestones, and momentum swings, five batters rose above the rest to set Eden Gardens alight.

SA's hopes dashed by Indian fireworks in Durban

SA's hopes dashed by Indian fireworks in Durban

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

South Africa captain Aiden Markram didn't turn away from lavishing praise on India's Sanju Samson for his sheer class on display during the opening T20I in Durban.

'No one is bigger than the team'

'No one is bigger than the team'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Suryakumar Yadav reaffirmed the stance that no one is 'bigger than the team' and having a 'selfless' approach after the hosts handed Bangladesh a shellacking in the final T20I.

Yashasvi Jaiswal: India's next Sehwag?

Yashasvi Jaiswal: India's next Sehwag?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Jaiswal showed in snatching the initiative from England would have reminded many of a certain Virender Sehwag

Ritika's Touching Farewell To Dravid

Ritika's Touching Farewell To Dravid

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Ritika's response to the post reflected the deep bond their family had formed with Dravid. She expressed how much they would miss him, particularly their daughter Samaira.

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Indian cricket is set to embark on a new era under new T20 captain Suryakumar Kumar and new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Save Jasprit Bumrah, whose injury-prone body and exceptional skills demand workload management, questions are now being raised as to why the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja opted out of Duleep Trophy.

Fitness is key, not social media: Dhoni

Fitness is key, not social media: Dhoni

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'I am not worried about who has how many followers, who is doing what because I know if I take care of cricket then everything will else will take care of itself'

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

One of the reasons why bowlers are rarely considered captains is because they are more susceptible to injuries than batters, argues Vishal Menon.

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Kane Williamson has stepped down as captain of New Zealand's white-ball teams