News for 'virender-sehwag'

Is Rishabh Pant the New Sehwag?

Is Rishabh Pant the New Sehwag?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali compared the dynamic wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant to India's iconic opener, Virender Sehwag.

Can Jaiswal Break This Tendulkar Record?

Can Jaiswal Break This Tendulkar Record?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal is 282 runs short of Sachin Tendulkar's record for most runs by an Indian during a calendar year in Test cricket.

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Speaking to ICC in an interview, Cook said that the game has certainly made a big jump in regards to what is possible in Tests.

Can Dhoni Get CSK Back On Track?

Can Dhoni Get CSK Back On Track?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

If CSK fails to win Friday's match against the Kolkata Knight Riders in Chennai, it could turn to be a historic new low for them. It could be the first time that CSK have lost three matches in a row at home.

Look At The Records Rohit Set In Cuttack

Look At The Records Rohit Set In Cuttack

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Rohit went past Tendulkar, Dravid, Gayle during his knock.

Sachin 194*: Why Did Dravid Declare?

Sachin 194*: Why Did Dravid Declare?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

It was the team's decision to declare the innings and not Dravid's alone.

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Difficult to win now: Gavaskar on Aus's 333-run lead

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Gavaskar emphasised that India shouldn't focus too far ahead on the target and should plan the chase according to the hours. He added that skipper Rohit Sharma's role in providing a solid start will be key.

Kohli's Unbelievable Record Vs Pakistan!

Kohli's Unbelievable Record Vs Pakistan!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli bagged his fifth player of the match award against Pakistan in ICC tournaments including ODI/T20I World Cups and Champions Trophy -- the most by any player against a single opposition.

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The 18-year-old Gukesh's triumph was celebrated far and wide across the country with the PM joining the sports fraternity and others in lauding his incredible achievement.

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The Africa Cricket Association (ACA) has started dialogue with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and other stakeholders to revive the once popular Afro-Asia Cup

What's Jaishankar Doing With Jimmy, Kapil?

What's Jaishankar Doing With Jimmy, Kapil?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'He was really the legend of our times.' 'I couldn't have imagined that one day I'd be sharing a stage with him.'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

'International cricket is incomplete without Pakistan.'

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli began training with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of his eagerly-awaited Ranji Trophy comeback after a 12-year gap.

Is That Rohit Sharma?!

Is That Rohit Sharma?!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Rani Rampal, Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag also posted their wishes and pictures on X.

'He deserved a much better farewell'

'He deserved a much better farewell'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

With 765 international scalps in his bag, Ashwin is the second-highest wicket-taker from India after Anil Kumble.

When Kohli Blocked Glenn Maxwell....

When Kohli Blocked Glenn Maxwell....

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Maxwell upset Kohli with a gesture in a Test match...

Shilpa meets Virender Sehwag

Shilpa meets Virender Sehwag

Rediff.com21 Sep 2006

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Punjab Kings make big changes ahead of IPL 2025

Punjab Kings make big changes ahead of IPL 2025

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Punjab Kings parted ways with head coach Trevor Bayliss and head of cricket development Sanjay Bangar.

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.

'Sanju Samson Can Be India's Test Opener'

'Sanju Samson Can Be India's Test Opener'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'People should realise he is an impact player, like Virender Sehwag.' 'You don't expect these players to score a 70-80 every time they bat, but whenever they score they will win matches for your team.'

Jaiswal outdoes Sehwag, creates Test history

Jaiswal outdoes Sehwag, creates Test history

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal stole the show with a blistering half-century, surpassing the legendary Virender Sehwag's record for the fastest Test fifty by an Indian batter.

Rohit Sharma might crush records in World Cup 2023!

Rohit Sharma might crush records in World Cup 2023!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Virender Sehwag picks Rohit Sharma as leading run-getter in World Cup 2023

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Why John Wright enjoyed success as India coach!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former chairman of selectors Sandeep Patil feels John Wright's approach of giving a free-hand to players led to his successful coaching stint with India

Fans Pan Gambhir For Double Standards

Fans Pan Gambhir For Double Standards

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Gautam Gambhir came under fire from the fans after he promoted the fantasy cricket app Real11 on his social media accounts.

It's Party Time In Afghanistan!

It's Party Time In Afghanistan!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Frenzied celebrations erupted all across Afghanistan as cricket fans in the country celebrated their cricket team's historic achievement at the T20 World Cup on Tuesday.

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in Canberra

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in Canberra

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

Reader Nithya Subramanian sent us a picture of Virender Sehwag from Canberra.

Sportspersons should not enter politics: Sehwag

Sportspersons should not enter politics: Sehwag

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Sehwag's comment comes just a day after his ex-India and Delhi colleague Gambhir found himself at the centre of a controversy following an offensive middle finger gesture to a section of the crowd in Pallekele during India's Asia Cup match against Pakistan.

PM Modi lauds grapple Aman's perseverance

PM Modi lauds grapple Aman's perseverance

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Wrestling has not missed a medal at the Olympics since 2008 and Sehrawat's effort ensured the streak remained unbroken.

'There are a lot of good things that sir taught me'

'There are a lot of good things that sir taught me'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Yuvraj, Azhar pay tribute to Bishan Singh Bedi

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The southpaw hit a match-winning 57 as Australia successfully chased down 130 to beat Pakistan to claim the third Test by eight wickets, on Saturday, and take the series 3-0.

Why Hardik Plans To Ditch Maldives...

Why Hardik Plans To Ditch Maldives...

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

'With its gorgeous marine life, beautiful beaches, Lakshadweep is the perfect getaway spot and surely a must-visit for me for my next holiday #ExploreIncredibleIndia'.

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played on the field.

No Place For Kohli In This 2024 Side!

No Place For Kohli In This 2024 Side!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

No Shubhman Gill or Hardik Pandya either in Sanjay Manjrekar's T20 World Cup team.

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.

Our batters have lost a lot of confidence..: Harbhajan

Our batters have lost a lot of confidence..: Harbhajan

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

India's star batters have lost a lot of confidence over the years by playing on rank turners, with their home averages taking a beating and affecting their careers adversely, feels former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Why Not Dhoni As India Coach?

Why Not Dhoni As India Coach?

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'If Mahendra Singh Dhoni announces retirement, he can prove to be a good option. He has played a lot of cricket and has won big tournaments.'

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, sprint queen P T Usha and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia are among the prominent sports personalities invited for Monday's ceremony.

'Jaiswal, Gill to rule cricket for the next decade'

'Jaiswal, Gill to rule cricket for the next decade'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

Virender Sehwag believes that youngsters Yashasvi Jasiwal and Shubman Gill will dominate the world of cricket for the "next decade".

Yashasvi Jaiswal: Sehwag 2.0?

Yashasvi Jaiswal: Sehwag 2.0?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

'@ybj_19 is a player who will destroy many attacks in all formats exactly like Viru used to do.'

ODI WC: Write 'Bharat' instead of India on jersey, urges former opener

ODI WC: Write 'Bharat' instead of India on jersey, urges former opener

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The ODI World Cup is exactly a month away and ahead of the mega-event, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag urged the BCCI to have 'Bharat' written on the player jerseys instead of India.