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Retire, Ex-Pak Pacer Tells Babar, Rizwan

Retire, Ex-Pak Pacer Tells Babar, Rizwan

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'My request to Babar Azam and Rizwan is that if you feel your respect is not intact, then consider retiring from international cricket.'

Preity Zinta Finally Wins A T20 Cup!

Preity Zinta Finally Wins A T20 Cup!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Preity Zinta, co-owner of the Punjab Kings IPL franchise and the Saint Lucia Kings CPL team, was ecstatic as her team finally won their first-ever Caribbean Premier League championship.

9 sixes! Samson issues Gambhir, Surya another reminder

9 sixes! Samson issues Gambhir, Surya another reminder

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

While Samson thrives as an opener, chances of batting at the top look slim.

Jalaj moves to Maharashtra after Kerala exit

Jalaj moves to Maharashtra after Kerala exit

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Veteran domestic cricketer Jalaj Saxena on Saturday joined Maharashtra ahead of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 after parting ways with Kerala where he played for nine seasons.

'Test cricket could make countries bankrupt'

'Test cricket could make countries bankrupt'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'We need to make sure we invest in the right spaces to play Test cricket where it means something and has jeopardy.'

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

"Just being compared, I saw it as a huge privilege": South Africa's Dewald Brevis embraces 'Baby AB' legacy

How a struggling McCullum became IPL's first superstar

How a struggling McCullum became IPL's first superstar

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Brendon McCullum spoke on his 158* knock for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the opener of the inaugural Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008

Champions Trophy: What's in store for India in Dubai?

Champions Trophy: What's in store for India in Dubai?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

India likely to play on fresh pitches

Will Sanju Samson Find a Place in India's Asia Cup Squad?

Will Sanju Samson Find a Place in India's Asia Cup Squad?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Samson reminded everyone of his class with a 54 off 36 balls in a high-voltage friendly at Greenfield Stadium, guiding the KCA Secretary XI to a nail-biting win ahead of the Kerala Cricket League.

Moeen Ali on why 'ODI cricket has died'

Moeen Ali on why 'ODI cricket has died'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'The format has almost completely died out, apart from World Cups and Champions Trophy. It is the worst format to play and I think there are many reasons for that.'

T20 WC: Afghanistan deserve to be in the semis: Rashid

T20 WC: Afghanistan deserve to be in the semis: Rashid

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Afghanistan scripted history by qualifying for their maiden T20 World Cup semi-final with a win over Bangladesh on Tuesday.

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah's success is carved not just from talent and hard work, but from dreams, faith, and an unshakable spirit.

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Former South African batter AB de Villiers hoped that Team India seamer Jasprit Bumrah will carry his red-ball form into the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE, but felt the pace spearhead might not feature in all games in the continental tournment.

39 and Still Iconic: How Ashwin Redefined Indian Spin

39 and Still Iconic: How Ashwin Redefined Indian Spin

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India's finest bowling all-rounders, turned 39 on Wednesday

Starc eyes WC 2027 spot while Tests remain a priority

Starc eyes WC 2027 spot while Tests remain a priority

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'If I wasn't going to be in the frame for 2027 then I didn't want to hold up the spot. I still feel like I've got plenty to offer that ODI team.'

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The eagerly awaited International Masters League (IML) is set to electrify the cricketing world, uniting legendary players from six cricketing powerhouses-India, Sri Lanka, Australia, England, South Africa, and West Indies-for an exhilarating T20 franchise tournament.

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

New IPL rule: U-19 players must play first-class cricket

New IPL rule: U-19 players must play first-class cricket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla also spoke on how domestic cricketers have seen a rise in their pay and scale over the years to an unprecedented level.

'Shreyas' omission testifies to India's squad depth'

'Shreyas' omission testifies to India's squad depth'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Former New Zealand batter Ross Taylor on Friday said the depth in India's T20I squad for the Asia Cup allowed the national selectors to leave out a player of Shreyas Iyer's calibre, who was ignored for the continental tournament.

Doordarshan to telecast T20 World Cup

Doordarshan to telecast T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Prasar Bharati on Monday announced that it will telecast the ongoing T20 World Cup, the Paris Olympics and Wimbledon on its DD Sports channel.

IPL stars Mayank, Chakravarthy in India's T20 squad

IPL stars Mayank, Chakravarthy in India's T20 squad

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Suryakumar Yadav has been named the captain for this T20I series, bringing his leadership and experience to the relatively young squad. Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma will serve as the wicketkeepers, while key players such as Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Washington Sundar are included to strengthen the batting and bowling departments.

Sehwag's Son Aaryavir Impresses On Debut

Sehwag's Son Aaryavir Impresses On Debut

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Just like his father Virender Sehwag, Aaryavir was in no mood to let the bowlers settle down.

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The mystery spinner even has a YouTube channel dedicated to football discussions.

Gill vs Jaiswal: Asia Cup's Biggest Selection Dilemma

Gill vs Jaiswal: Asia Cup's Biggest Selection Dilemma

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India will kickstart their campaign on September 10 against the UAE. Media reports suggest that Gill could make his return to the T20I team, possibly as vice-captain.

Delhi boy's Aussie dream: Nikhil Chaudhary's big debut

Delhi boy's Aussie dream: Nikhil Chaudhary's big debut

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Delhi-born cricketer Nikhil Chaudhary set for Sheffield Shield debut for Tasmania in season 2025-26

Was Dravid 'kicked out' by Rajasthan Royals?

Was Dravid 'kicked out' by Rajasthan Royals?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Rahul Dravid's sudden exit from Rajasthan Royals has raised eyebrows across the cricketing world..

'Warrior Mindset': Varun on Gambhir's Role in His Comeback

'Warrior Mindset': Varun on Gambhir's Role in His Comeback

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'The Asia Cup is coming up, and for the white-ball players, they have got a good break after the IPL. I did play TNPL (Tamil Nadu Premier League), but still I have got a one-month break right now.'

Dube to dominate T20 WC? CSK coach backs him

Dube to dominate T20 WC? CSK coach backs him

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Dube has 350 runs in nine outings at a strike rate of 172.41, including three half-centuries.

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur's side would become the fourth team to book the semifinal berth if they get the better of the White Ferns here on the familiar mat of the DY Patil Stadium.

Coming up... a rival T20 cricket league

Coming up... a rival T20 cricket league

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Essel Group has confirmed its plans to set up a rival Twenty20 cricket league.

MI worst hit as SA players to give IPL playoffs a miss

MI worst hit as SA players to give IPL playoffs a miss

Rediff.com15 May 2025

WTC-bound SA players to miss play-offs after BCCI asks teams to release them by May 26

Why Virat doesn't want Chikara as his roommate

Why Virat doesn't want Chikara as his roommate

Rediff.com2 May 2025

'I would say Swastik Chikara, because he does not leave me alone, so, definitely not him (Swastik).'

Former India pacer registers for BBL

Former India pacer registers for BBL

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Kanika Ahuja, who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women's Premier League and also made her T20I debut for India earlier this year, is among the 15 women's players from India.

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

Rediff.com15 May 2024

It comes as no surprise when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt says that the fastest form of cricket is his favourite one and feels more fans in the Caribbean and world over will choose the T20 format over Tests going forward.

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Ponting, Pant behind young Maharashtra player's growth

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The 23-year-old explained that his stint with Delhi Capitals sharpened his cricketing brain.

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ECB should offer BCCI minority ownership in Hundred to attract Indian players: Lancashire CEO

Suryakumar's leadership adds edge to India, feels Trott

Suryakumar's leadership adds edge to India, feels Trott

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Asia Cup in these conditions, we saw them in the Champions Trophy here 50 over. It would be foolish not to say they are one of the favourites.'

'World Cup in India will be brutal for bowlers'

'World Cup in India will be brutal for bowlers'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The fourth edition of the SA20 will be played from December 26, 2025 to January 25, 2026, and the ICC's marquee event in all likelihood will be held between February and March.

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Check out the complete schedule of Asia Cup 2025.

Asia Cup-bound Samson fires another reminder

Asia Cup-bound Samson fires another reminder

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

His consistency comes at a crucial time, with stiff competition for a spot in India's Asia Cup XI following Shubman Gill's return as vice-captain, and the inclusion of wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma after a stellar IPL season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.