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I know where I stand within hierarchy: Pope

I know where I stand within hierarchy: Pope

Rediff.com23 May 2025

After sending a strong message in response to his critics before the squad announcement for the India series, Pope assured that he knows where he stands in the "hierarchy".

BCCI reacts to Jaiswal's dismissal

BCCI reacts to Jaiswal's dismissal

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

upon review, third umpire Saikat adjudged that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence.

Pooran fined for criticising umpires after heroic win

Pooran fined for criticising umpires after heroic win

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Pooran fined 15 per cent of match fee for criticising umpires during 2nd T20I against India

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Taking a dig at the controversial run-out decisions that played a big role in her team's last-ball, two-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards said it was "really hard" to comprehend such calls that affect the eventual outcome of the match.

Everyone Wants To Hug Dhoni

Everyone Wants To Hug Dhoni

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

During every IPL match, the Chennai Super Kings legend is swarmed by opponents and coaches eager for a moment with him.

PIX: England bowlers fight back after Pant, Rahul tons

PIX: England bowlers fight back after Pant, Rahul tons

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

IMAGES from Day 4 of the 1st Test between England and India at Headingley in Leeds on Monday.

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Talk about a man in a hurry -- 10th seed Ben Shelton required just 55 seconds to finish off Australian Rinky Hijikata and reach the Wimbledon third round on Friday.

Sabalenka uses phone to photograph disputed line call

Sabalenka uses phone to photograph disputed line call

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Sabalenka looked bemused when an out call went against her to give Belgian Mertens the first service break and a 4-3 lead in the opening set of their quarter-final, and a check by umpire Miriam Bley confirmed the call.

'It was as if I was playing Jannik Sinner'

'It was as if I was playing Jannik Sinner'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Fifth seed Iga Swiatek stages revival to stay in hunt for 4th French crown.

Kohli Got Benefit Of Doubt First Ball

Kohli Got Benefit Of Doubt First Ball

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli survived a controversial catch call on the first ball he faced in the fifth and final Test at Sydney on Friday.

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans skipper Gill is expected to captain India on the Test tour of England following the retirement of Rohit Sharma. Rishabh Pant is likely to be his deputy.

PIX: Merciless Alcaraz flattens Paul; Musetti ousts Tiafoe

PIX: Merciless Alcaraz flattens Paul; Musetti ousts Tiafoe

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz continued his French Open title defence with a display of breathtaking brutality for a 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 victory over American 12th seed Tommy Paul.

Ponting credits third umpire for 'correct decision'; Gill fumes

Ponting credits third umpire for 'correct decision'; Gill fumes

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Correct decision was made: Ponting on Green's catch to dismiss Gill

Pitch Invader Hugs Virat Kohli, Falls at His Feet

Pitch Invader Hugs Virat Kohli, Falls at His Feet

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The unexpected moment came during the 13th over of RCB's chase, shortly after Virat Kohli brought up his half-century.

Kohli penalised for Boxing Day incident with Konstas

Kohli penalised for Boxing Day incident with Konstas

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli fined 20 per cent match fees, one demerit point for his altercation with Sam Konstas

IPL PIX: SRH shatter LSG's play-offs dreams

IPL PIX: SRH shatter LSG's play-offs dreams

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Abhishek Sharma smashed half a dozen sixes in his 20-ball 59 to ensure a convincing six-wicket win for Sunrisers Hyderabad and knock Lucknow Super Giants out of the IPL play-offs race in Lucknow on Monday.

Social Media Abuzz About Jaiswal's Dismissal

Social Media Abuzz About Jaiswal's Dismissal

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The third umpire, Sharfuddoula, watched the replays multiple times from multiple angles and while the snickometer didn't catch a nick, the TV umpire decided to go with visual proof and ruled it in Australia's favour.

Blown away by how good he is: Buttler's big praise for Sudharsan

Blown away by how good he is: Buttler's big praise for Sudharsan

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Jos Buttler was effusive in his praise of Gujarat Titans' young batting star Sai Sudharsan.

Disappointed with crowd and umpiring: SRH's Klaasen

Disappointed with crowd and umpiring: SRH's Klaasen

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Avesh Khan bowled what looked like a beamer to Abdul Samad and Totre didn't adjudge it a no-ball. SRH called for a DRS but to their horror, Barde also ruled it in favour of the bowling team

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Rahane had, on May 2, said he would never give up on his "desire and hunger" to play for India again despite being out of reckoning for the past two years.

Pakistani umpire Asad Rauf passes away

Pakistani umpire Asad Rauf passes away

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Asad Rauf passed away due to a cardiac arrest in Lahore.

SEE PIX! What's the rush? Umpire leaves Djoko frustrated

SEE PIX! What's the rush? Umpire leaves Djoko frustrated

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Chasing his 23rd Grand Slam, a frustrated Novak Djokovic was seen complaining to the umpire.

Pakistan fined, docked WTC points for slow over-rate

Pakistan fined, docked WTC points for slow over-rate

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Pakistan's players were fined 25 percent of their match fee and docked World Test Championship points for failing to maintaining a slow over-rate during the second Test against South Africa.

Team India's Bus Driver Is From Pakistan

Team India's Bus Driver Is From Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

A local newspaper photographer had an unusual challenge -- capturing a photo of an Australian fan. He admitted he had been waiting for an hour but hadn't spotted a single one.

BCCI introduces A+ category for umpires

BCCI introduces A+ category for umpires

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Nitin Menon is among 10 officials grouped in the newly introduced A+ category of BCCI umpires.

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner defeated record-chasing Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 7-6(3) in a clash of generations on Friday to set up a blockbuster French Open final showdown with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

Historic! Female umpires to officiate in Ranji Trophy

Historic! Female umpires to officiate in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Vrinda Rathi, Janani Narayan and Gayathri Venugopalan are set to break new ground and officiate in the Ranji Trophy.

The Dhoni Review System Is Back!

The Dhoni Review System Is Back!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

In the IPL 2025 opener against Mumbai Indians, the 'Dhoni Review System returned, as precise and infallible as ever.

'Umpiring issue was raised because India did not win'

'Umpiring issue was raised because India did not win'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty slammed India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur for her conduct, stating that she brought up the umpiring issue as India ended up on the losing side in the third and final ODI.

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh struck half-centuries, while left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar took three wickets as Punjab Kings outclassed Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs.

Angry Ashwin slams umpires over ball change

Angry Ashwin slams umpires over ball change

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been left puzzled by the umpires' decision to change the ball on their own because of the dew in the IPL match 2023 against Chennai Super Kings.

SRH in crisis! Vettori admits strategy failed

SRH in crisis! Vettori admits strategy failed

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori attributed their heavy defeat to Mumbai Indians to a dramatic top-order collapse and a misjudgment of the pitch.

French Open plans grand tribute for retired 'King of Clay'

French Open plans grand tribute for retired 'King of Clay'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The French Open said it would also honour its 2000 women's champion Mary Pierce as well as fellow local favourite Richard Gasquet, who will retire after the tournament this year.

Coetzee's angry outburst costs him

Coetzee's angry outburst costs him

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

South African pacer Gerald Coetzee has been reprimanded for showing dissent at the umpire's decision during the fourth T20 International against India in Johannesburg, the ICC said on Tuesday.

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Controversies That Dotted Kohli's Test Career

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The star batter's aggression has been a fire to forge inspiration and motivation, but it has also led to some unnecessary controversies in the red-ball format.

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

It was raining sixes and fours at the Eden Gardens before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was called off due heavy rain and thunderstorms.

IPL PIX: Chahal wrecks KKR as Punjab win a humdinger

IPL PIX: Chahal wrecks KKR as Punjab win a humdinger

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Yuzvendra Chahal led a stunning comeback for Punjab Kings with 4/28 as they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 16 runs in their low-scoring Indian Premier League thriller on Tuesday.

Gloves of Glory: Dhoni Creates IPL History!

Gloves of Glory: Dhoni Creates IPL History!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni became the first player in IPL history to complete 200 dismissals.

What triggered LSG bowler Digvesh's unusual celebration

What triggered LSG bowler Digvesh's unusual celebration

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

As Arya walked back to the pavilion after scoring eight off nine balls, Digvesh, his teammate from the Delhi T20 League, mimicked writing a letter -- an act seemingly directed at Arya.