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Tilak passes fitness test, India A cruise past USA

Tilak passes fitness test, India A cruise past USA

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Indian team management will heave a sigh of relief with Tilak Varma ticking all the boxes on his return to competitive cricket after a lower abdominal surgery as the 'A' team, comprising mostly of IPL stars, comfortably defeated the United States of America by 38 runs in a high-scoring warm-up game in Navi Mumbai on Monday.

'We Were All Over the Place': Pratika After India's Loss

'We Were All Over the Place': Pratika After India's Loss

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pratika Rawal admits 'not even one department went our way' after India's crushing 185-run defeat to Australia in Hobart, sealing a 0-3 ODI series whitewash.

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

Rediff.com4 days ago

Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledges India's batting struggles in the ODI series against Australia after consecutive defeats. Australia's Alyssa Healy praises young players Voll and Litchfield for their outstanding performance.

India brace for fresh Test from familiar foe South Africa in Super 8s

India brace for fresh Test from familiar foe South Africa in Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

India and South Africa will face off in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup. The match will test India's batting line-up against South Africa's formidable bowling attack.

Why 2026 Is Crucial Year For India's Military

Why 2026 Is Crucial Year For India's Military

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'The tools of warfare are changing. The MoD must deepen its engagement with technology thinkers that can present compelling visions of where warfare may be heading.'

Fans pitch Gillespie for India job... his one-word reply

Fans pitch Gillespie for India job... his one-word reply

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Jason, who also served as Pakistan's head coach in 2024 from April to December, was interacting with his followers on X handle.

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has denied speculation that the Board has approached batting great V V S Laxman to take over as Team India's Test coach and replace Gautam Gambhir.

Corn Tests India-US Trade Ties

Corn Tests India-US Trade Ties

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Between FY18 and FY25, India's annual corn imports from the US averaged just about $2 million.

India look to shake off rusty fielding in 2nd T20I

India look to shake off rusty fielding in 2nd T20I

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

On paper, India are overwhelming favourites to win the series against Chamari Athapaththu-led visitors.

India looks to clean up doping record ahead of 2036 bid

India looks to clean up doping record ahead of 2036 bid

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

India thus topped the list for a third consecutive year, something that might hurt its chances when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) evaluates its bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games in the near future.

SKY, Gambhir visit Puri temple ahead of SA showdown

SKY, Gambhir visit Puri temple ahead of SA showdown

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

India cricketers, along with coach Gautam Gambhir, visited Shri Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri on Tuesday to seek blessings ahead of the first T2OI of the five-match series against South Africa, set to be played on the same day at Cuttack's Barabati Stadium.

India eye series win, Samson tipped to open in Ahmedabad

India eye series win, Samson tipped to open in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

A toe injury suffered before the fourth T20I is set to keep Gill out of the final T20I here as India would want to take a cautious route, more so when there is a ready replacement for the top order slot in Sanju Samson.

Navy's 3rd nuclear submarine to be commissioned soon

Navy's 3rd nuclear submarine to be commissioned soon

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

India is strengthening the naval component of its nuclear triad with Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Tuesday saying that the third indigenous nuclear-powered submarine 'Aridaman' will be commissioned soon and that his force is focusing on boosting its overall combat prowess.

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

'Rest in peace Test cricket': Harbhajan slams Eden Gardens pitch

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Calling it "the destruction of Test cricket", former India spinner Harbhajan Singh says under-prepared and excessively bowler-friendly surfaces like the one used at Eden Gardens, prevent the genuine development of players.

Gill is the captain India has been waiting for ...

Gill is the captain India has been waiting for ...

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Ganguly lauded Gill's leadership during India's tour of England, noting the challenge of captaining at a young age in such conditions

Unofficial Test: India A dominate proceedings on Day 3

Unofficial Test: India A dominate proceedings on Day 3

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Shafali, Bist make fifties as India Women A move ahead of Australia

Wary India May Avoid Turning Tracks

Wary India May Avoid Turning Tracks

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

With the scars of last year's home series whitewash against New Zealand still raw, preparing rank turners may invite risk.

All eyes on Eden pitch as India face stern SA challenge

All eyes on Eden pitch as India face stern SA challenge

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

India's awe-inspiring batting depth will face a stern test against South Africa's quality spin attack in the first Test, starting in Kolkata on Friday.

The Big Dilemma For Gill Ahead Of Kolkata Test

The Big Dilemma For Gill Ahead Of Kolkata Test

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Skipper Shubman Gill acknowledged that the choice between a spinner and an extra seamer for the first Test against South Africa is nothing short of a "conflict".

Unofficial Test: India A falter on rain-marred Day 1

Unofficial Test: India A falter on rain-marred Day 1

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

India Women's A slip to 93/5 against Australia on rain-truncated Day 1 in unofficial Test

Fancied India face resilient SA as they chase WC glory in high-stakes final

Fancied India face resilient SA as they chase WC glory in high-stakes final

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

For India, the battle is no longer about proving skill or form, but about crossing the elusive final hurdle that has so often tripped them -- including in this very tournament.

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Akram backs Pakistan to ride on momentum but terms India favourites in Asia Cup final

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

It remains to be seen if the selectors pick Jasprit Bumrah for both Tests considering that there is only is a three day gap between the Asia Cup final and the first Test against the West Indies.

England tour will test India's new-look squad

England tour will test India's new-look squad

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Former batting coach Vikram Rathour is expecting a tough England tour for a young Indian side that is now without three stalwarts, who left the Test arena in quick succession.

'India must not adjust for him, Bumrah must'

'India must not adjust for him, Bumrah must'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

As debates around Jasprit Bumrah's workload continue, Sanjay Manjrekar has taken a firm stance - arguing that the onus lies on the pacer to adapt, not the system.

India defend selection strategy

India defend selection strategy

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Yeah, 100 per cent. That's a good question, and I think that's something we'll obviously reflect on after the tour, the things we could have done better.'

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

According to India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak the tiff took place after Fortis asked the Indian coaching staff to stay 2.5 metres away from the main square, despite them not wearing spikes, prompting frustration from the visiting camp.

'I'd Convinced Ambani About Bumrah, IPL'

'I'd Convinced Ambani About Bumrah, IPL'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'If I was the India chief selector, I would have convinced Mukesh Ambani (Mumbai Indians owner) and Bumrah that it was important for Bumrah to miss the IPL for the England series, or play a lesser number of matches in the IPL.' 'I'm sure that they would have agreed to do so.'

Ashwin slams Stokes: 'Karma hit instantly'

Ashwin slams Stokes: 'Karma hit instantly'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Ashwin has criticised Ben Stokes for his dismissive remarks on injury substitutions

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Sudharsan Makes Statement With Gritty Half-Ton

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Sudharsan made the most of the 'life' and went on to score a patient 50, his maiden Test half-century.

Rahane's advice for India ahead of Oval Test

Rahane's advice for India ahead of Oval Test

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

In the series opener at Headingley and the third Test at Lord's, India were outbowled by the hosts, leading to their downfall.

Gill's Toss Woes Continue at Lord's

Gill's Toss Woes Continue at Lord's

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

India captain Shubman Gill, who has now lost all three tosses in the series, admitted he was uncertain about the call anyway.

Another massive blow for Team India ahead of 4th Test

Another massive blow for Team India ahead of 4th Test

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Reddy took Thakur's place in Birmingham after the first Test

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Grit & Grace! How Pant Turned Pain Into Power

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

In the recently concluded five-match Test series against England, India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stood tall as a beacon of determination, battling through injuries to deliver a string of gutsy, crowd-pleasing knocks that underlined his value to the side.

Edgbaston, India's Toughest Test

Edgbaston, India's Toughest Test

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

India have never won a second Test after they lost the first Test in England.

Gill surpasses Dravid's record!

Gill surpasses Dravid's record!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

India captain Shubman Gill surpassed Rahul Dravid's record for most runs by an Indian batter in a Test series in England.

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

India endured arguably their worst day on the field on Day 3 of the Manchester Test as Joe Root's record-breaking 150 put the hosts in complete command.

'Gambhir is doing well, don't criticise him'

'Gambhir is doing well, don't criticise him'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Yograj also spoke of his son Yuvraj's reaction to captain Shubman Gill's blistering performance with the bat, which steered India to its first Test win at Edgbaston.

'That was captain Gill standing up for his team'

'That was captain Gill standing up for his team'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill's aggressive behaviour during the Lord's Test came as a surprise to many, including former Australia captain Ricky Ponting.

'It Wasn't Worth Including Bumrah'

'It Wasn't Worth Including Bumrah'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'We obviously want to wheel him in, but we also want to respect where his body's at, and on the basis of that, we just felt that it wasn't worth including him in the squad.'