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Rohit betters Bradman for Test average at home

Rohit betters Bradman for Test average at home

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

The record was previously held by Bradman, who had an average of 98.22 across 50 innings at home in which he scored 4322 runs.

Ponting throws his weight behind DC captain Pant

Ponting throws his weight behind DC captain Pant

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Rishabh Pant's on-field decisions as Delhi Capitals captain in IPL 2022 might have come under the scanner of former players but the wicketkeeper has got the 'full backing' of head coach Ricky Ponting.

Why Sehwag declined BJP's offer to contest polls...

Why Sehwag declined BJP's offer to contest polls...

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

'Sehwag said he was not interested in politics or contesting elections'

PHOTOS: 'Universe Boss' is saving the IPL... and how!

PHOTOS: 'Universe Boss' is saving the IPL... and how!

Rediff.com2 May 2018

Chris Gayle is having a ball in IPL-11.

'Will love Ashwin plotting a Mankad with Buttler...'

'Will love Ashwin plotting a Mankad with Buttler...'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

As Ashwin will now be sharing the dressing room with Buttler, Twitter enjoyed a field day.

Sehwag toughest Indian to bowl to: Mendis

Sehwag toughest Indian to bowl to: Mendis

Rediff.com3 Sep 2008

Virender Sehwag's technique or the lack of it often invites criticism but Sri Lankan mystery spinner Ajantha Mendis says the swashbuckling right-hander is the only Indian batsman he found difficult to bowl to in the recently-concluded Test and ODI series.

'The future depends on what we do today'

'The future depends on what we do today'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

'Let's be the strength of our nation and help it reach greater heights.'

Dhoni, Sehwag in all-star line-up for Cricket for Heroes charity match

Dhoni, Sehwag in all-star line-up for Cricket for Heroes charity match

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

India ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni will join compatriot Virender Sehwag and a host of other international cricketers for a charity match at the Kia Oval on September 17.

India's Powerplay batting in focus in must-win 2nd NZ ODI

India's Powerplay batting in focus in must-win 2nd NZ ODI

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

India will expect a better approach from skipper Shikhar Dhawan and young Shubman Gill in the Powerplay overs when the team clashes with New Zealand in a do-or-die second One-Day International, in Hamilton, on Sunday.

Sehwag joins Haryana Ranji team

Sehwag joins Haryana Ranji team

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

Out-of-favour Indian batsman Virender Sehwag has finally decided to make a shift from Delhi to Haryana for the forthcoming domestic cricket season.

Waugh tips Sehwag as next Test captain

Waugh tips Sehwag as next Test captain

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

Showering rich accolades on Virender Sehwag for his match-saving 151 on Monday, former Australian captain Steve Waugh tipped the opener ahead of Mahendra Singh Dhoni to replace Anil Kumble as the next Test captain of India.

How Dravid's advice changed Pietersen's world

How Dravid's advice changed Pietersen's world

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

During his 10 years as an England player, from 2004 to 2014, Pietersen was one of the world's most explosive batsmen -- particularly in limited-overs cricket.

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sporting stars condole Mangeshkar's demise, say her legacy will remain forever

You have seen more India than me: Harbhajan to Jonty Rhodes

You have seen more India than me: Harbhajan to Jonty Rhodes

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Jonty Rhodes had posted an image of himself taking a dip at the Holy Ganga river. Harbhajan Singh Rhodes saying that 'you have seen more India than me'.

Is Shubman Gill the next big thing in Test cricket?

Is Shubman Gill the next big thing in Test cricket?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Vaughan said one can argue but for him, the India opener is the next big thing in the longest format of the game.

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Happy Diwali! Don't burst crackers!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Virat Kohli wished India on Diwali and urged Indians not to burst crackers to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

Sachin@50: 50 Interesting Facts

Sachin@50: 50 Interesting Facts

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

As Sachin turns 50, Rediff brings you 50 fascinating facts about the God of Cricket.

'Fantastic win... What character and guts from the team'

'Fantastic win... What character and guts from the team'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

India's pacers stole the show as they bowled the visitors to a superb 151-run victory in the second Test against England at Lord's on Monday.

'Hit Tha, Hit Hai, Hit Rahega #HappyBirthdayRohit'

'Hit Tha, Hit Hai, Hit Rahega #HappyBirthdayRohit'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

From the International Cricket Council to former India opener Virender Sehwag, a number of people took to social media to bestow wishes on Rohit on his special day.

'Harmanpreet bats like Sehwag; aggressive like Kohli'

'Harmanpreet bats like Sehwag; aggressive like Kohli'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

Celebrations were on at Harmanpreet's home in Moga in Punjab after her 171-run knock against Australia -- one of the greatest ODI knocks in women's cricket -- steered India into the World Cup final with a 36-run victory, in Derby, on Thursday.

Domestic cricket stalwart Rajinder Goel no more

Domestic cricket stalwart Rajinder Goel no more

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

The left-arm spinner, who was unlucky to have played in the era of Bishan Singh Bedi, had 750 first-class wickets from 157 games, representing Haryana and North Zone in domestic cricket.

Which journalist threatened Saha?

Which journalist threatened Saha?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

Wriddhiman Saha revealed how he was threatened by a journalist after turning down an interview request.

'Sehwag's omission for Aussie tour a mistake'

'Sehwag's omission for Aussie tour a mistake'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell feels India have committed a big 'mistake' by not including Virender Sehwag in the list of probables for their tour Down Under, as the world champion side still fears the swashbuckling opener.

Soon, catch Tendulkar and Lara in action in T20s

Soon, catch Tendulkar and Lara in action in T20s

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

They will be joined by former players including India's Virender Sehwag, Australian Brett Lee, Sri Lankan Tillakaratne Dilshan and South Africa's Jonty Rhodes for the tournament from February 2-16 across India.

Will Kohli quit T20s after World Cup?

Will Kohli quit T20s after World Cup?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The discussion about Virat Kohli's position as No. 3 batter in T20 cricket is the proverbial elephant in the room but it is understood that BCCI may not address the issue till the end of the T20 World Cup.

Sehwag back in team

Sehwag back in team

Rediff.com19 Apr 2006

India won the toss and elected to bat in the second ODI in Abu Dhabi.

Sehwag's advice to Rohit on how to bat in England...

Sehwag's advice to Rohit on how to bat in England...

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Opener Rohit Sharma countering Trent Boult's incoming deliveries will make for a fascinating contest, something that Virender Sehwag will be looking forward to during the ICC World Test Championship final between India and New Zealand, starting in Southampton on June 18.

'India were totally outclassed in the 2nd innings'

'India were totally outclassed in the 2nd innings'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

'Very disappointed with the result. We all expect the Indian team to play better cricket #INDvAUS.'

When Dhoni Triggered an IPL Bidding War

When Dhoni Triggered an IPL Bidding War

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'I think they (Mumbai) realised they would have to pay Sachin $1.65 million and Dhoni $1.5 million, five million was the purse and sixty per cent of the purse would go to these two players.' 'So they stopped and that's how we got Dhoni.'

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

'Wohoo Brisbane, Oval, Lord's and now Centurion...'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The cricket fraternity hailed India's maiden Test win at Centurion on Thursday, with Virat Kohli's bowling attack coming in for special praise from greats such as Sachin Tendulkar.

Sehwag backs the inclusion of T10 cricket in Olympics

Sehwag backs the inclusion of T10 cricket in Olympics

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Virender Sehwag on Thursday backed the inclusion of cricket in the Olympic Games and felt the T10 format will be ideal to be drafted into the quadrennial sports extravaganza.

Kings XI Punjab would play fearlessly like I have played: Sehwag

Kings XI Punjab would play fearlessly like I have played: Sehwag

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Former India batsman Virender Sehwag on Tuesday said he would encourage Kings XI Punjab players to play aggressive cricket during the upcoming tenth season of the Indian Premier League.

Jhakaas! Anil Kapoor runs with Olympian Blake

Jhakaas! Anil Kapoor runs with Olympian Blake

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Anil -- who turns 63 on December 24 -- shared his fitness goals with Blake -- who turns 30 two days after Anil's birthday -- before the duo went sprinting at the Jamnabai Narsee school ground in Juhu.

Why Tendulkar spilled out VVS Laxman's dressing room secrets...

Why Tendulkar spilled out VVS Laxman's dressing room secrets...

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Sachin Tendulkar spilled out his dressing room secrets, while Virender Sehwag paid tributes to his wristy flicks as the duo wished former team-mate VVS Laxman on his 43rd birthday in their own unique styles, on Wednesday.

'Sehwag should plan his innings'

'Sehwag should plan his innings'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2006

Vivian Richards wants Virender Sehwag to put more method in his batting and produce the goods for his team

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.

Drop Sehwag and Kaif, says Kapil Dev

Drop Sehwag and Kaif, says Kapil Dev

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

The former India captain said that Virender Sehwag and Mohammad Kaif should be asked to play domestic cricket to regain their touch.

DDCA mum on Sehwag felicitation after 'no communication from BCCI'

DDCA mum on Sehwag felicitation after 'no communication from BCCI'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

The Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) is still mum on whether it would arrange a felicitation ceremony for the retired legend Virender Sehwag, with their standard answer being "no communication from BCCI".

'They don't make them like you anymore'

'They don't make them like you anymore'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'Happy Birthday to a wonderful selfless cricketer, his contributions cannot be measured only in runs.'

Ashwin banking on tips from Yuvi, Sehwag on IPL captaincy

Ashwin banking on tips from Yuvi, Sehwag on IPL captaincy

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Ravichandran Ashwin says leadership tips from Virender Sehwag and Yuvraj Singh will help him immensely in his maiden captaincy stint in the upcoming Indian Premier League.