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How WPL Shaped Harmanpreet Kaur's Winning Mindset

How WPL Shaped Harmanpreet Kaur's Winning Mindset

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Lisa Keightley, the new coach of the Mumbai Indians, said Indian domestic players are getting the right amount of competition, which is now reflecting in their performances.

Sreejesh lauds lion-hearted boys after comeback win

Sreejesh lauds lion-hearted boys after comeback win

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

A delighted Indian team chief coach PR Sreejesh lavished praise on his team's lion-hearted comeback to claim the bronze medal against Argentina, in the FIH Junior Men's World Cup, in Chennai, on Wednesday.

'Pant Just Needs To Bat, And Bat'

'Pant Just Needs To Bat, And Bat'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'He just has to do what he does best -- which is to destroy opposition bowling.'

'He's still hungry': Kohli not done yet...

'He's still hungry': Kohli not done yet...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

South African pace legend Allan Donald perceived that Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket a touch sooner, but said the star Indian batter has the hunger to keep himself going till the 2027 ODI World Cup.

'Devastating': Afghanistan coach reacts after Super Over heartbreak

'Devastating': Afghanistan coach reacts after Super Over heartbreak

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott called the heartbreaking two-Super Over loss to South Africa "devastating", admitting his side were undone by the Proteas' superior fielding in a T20 World Cup thriller that slipped away at the very end

Shastri on how India can break World Cup knockout curse

Shastri on how India can break World Cup knockout curse

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'Once top four teams are there, in the semi-final and final. Those two days if you perform, you win.'

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that head coach Gautam Gambhir has a firm grip on the team and is popular among the players.

Will Ponting, Shreyas Finally End Punjab Kings' IPL Curse?

Will Ponting, Shreyas Finally End Punjab Kings' IPL Curse?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

For a franchise that has waited for nearly two decades for an IPL crown, could this be the year when Punjab Kings finally create IPL history?

Rohit credits '3 pillars' for India's T20 World Cup triumph

Rohit credits '3 pillars' for India's T20 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Rohit Sharma said the feeling of winning the World Cup that ended India's decade-long drought in global tournaments could not be described in words.

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Every player in this team is hungry for success: Babar Azam

2021 World Cup 'massive challenge' for India women

2021 World Cup 'massive challenge' for India women

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Deprived of some much-needed game time with the cancellation of England tour, senior India spinner Poonam Yadav reckons it could be extremely difficult for the World Cup-bound players to turn up and "instantly" deliver after the long coronavirus-forced break. The Indian women's cricket team's proposed tour, the only major assignment before next year's ICC World Cup, was called off earlier this week due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

No big surprises as Aus announce T20 World Cup squad

No big surprises as Aus announce T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Veteran Smith, IPL sensation Fraser-McGurk ignored; Marsh to lead Aus at T20 WC

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate says adding Sanju Samson to the top order is under discussion after the SA loss, reveals Abhishek's food poisoning battle.

Zampa joins elite company in T20 World Cup history

Zampa joins elite company in T20 World Cup history

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Adam Zampa surpassed pacer Mitchell Starc to become the country's leading wicket-taker in ICC T20 World Cup history.

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

In this rivalry, numbers fade and national pride takes centre stage.

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

Rediff.com25 May 2024

India's T20 World Cup campaign begins on June 5 against Ireland at the newly-constructed Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. India play Pakistan on June 9.

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

They weren't up for a windfall even after the trophy but life was certain to get a lot better as some sponsors and state governments stepped up to lift them financially.

Upset at Nationals: Poonam stuns defending champ Sakshi

Upset at Nationals: Poonam stuns defending champ Sakshi

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Former Youth World Championships gold medallist Poonam Poonia produced a fearless display to hand defending 54kg champion Sakshi Chaudhary a shock defeat, causing the first major upset of the National Boxing Championships in Greater Noida on Thursday.

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Jacques Kallis remarked that the Proteas players should stick to their roles during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India

World Cup Chess: Praggnanandhaa enters last four

World Cup Chess: Praggnanandhaa enters last four

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated compatriot Arjun Erigaisi 5-4 via the sudden death tie-break to enter the semifinals of the FIDE World Cup chess tournament in Baku on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The teams will not have the luxury of an Impact Player in the T20 World Cup.

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: New-look India to open campaign vs Korea

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: New-look India to open campaign vs Korea

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Five-time champions India take on Korea in Azlan Shah Cup opener

India will make it to women's T20 World Cup semis: Harmanpreet

India will make it to women's T20 World Cup semis: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com14 May 2024

India have been drawn alongside six-time champions Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group A for the women's T20 World Cup in October.

Joshna backs teen Anahat for Olympic medal

Joshna backs teen Anahat for Olympic medal

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Indian veteran squash player Joshna Chinappa heaped praises on teen sensation Anahat Singh, saying that she has "all the makings of a top player" and said she would be genuinely happy to see her get her hands on an Olympic medal as the sport makes its debut at the grandest event of them all during the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

Politics Amid Performance: How Cricket Shaped In 2025

Politics Amid Performance: How Cricket Shaped In 2025

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The Indian men ruled white-ball cricket, while South Africa ended decades of hurt by winning the World Test Championship at Lord's. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifted their maiden IPL title, though the celebrations were dimmed by a deadly stampede. Above all, it was India's women who won a billion hearts by finally adding an ICC World Cup trophy to the cabinet.

Divya's Bold Move! Challenges Elite In FIDE Grand Swiss

Divya's Bold Move! Challenges Elite In FIDE Grand Swiss

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Women's World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh, who has also qualified for the Women's Candidates, has opted out of the women's section to compete with the best in business.

Courage personified: Smriti Mandhana preps for Sri Lanka T20Is

Courage personified: Smriti Mandhana preps for Sri Lanka T20Is

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

India host Sri Lanka for a five-match T20I series from December 21 to 30, with Visakhapatnam and Thiruvananthapuram set to stage the action.

'Batter Surya is missing somewhere,' admits Suryakumar

'Batter Surya is missing somewhere,' admits Suryakumar

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'The brand of cricket we wanted to play was the same, result is in front of us.'

T20 World Cup: Leave out Kohli at your own peril

T20 World Cup: Leave out Kohli at your own peril

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Kohli is the man for the big occasion and has been scoring runs consistently across formats, says Harish Kotian.

Jason Holder Credits Yorkers, Variations for Red-Hot Form

Jason Holder Credits Yorkers, Variations for Red-Hot Form

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Jason Holder attributes his impressive T20 World Cup bowling form to improved yorkers and unpredictability after his 4/27 helped West Indies beat Nepal and reach the Super 8s.

Why IPL is not real prep for T20 World Cup

Why IPL is not real prep for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's gonna be completely different there. Add the natural elements as well...'

Ex-Delhi batter Milind in USA squad for T20 World Cup

Ex-Delhi batter Milind in USA squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Milind Kumar played seven seasons for Delhi in Ranji Trophy along with stints for Sikkim and Tripura before he migrated to the US in search of better opportunities.

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

ICC rejects BCB request, Bangladesh matches to be played in India as schedule

Harry Brook admits lying after NZ nightclub incident

Harry Brook admits lying after NZ nightclub incident

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

England white-ball captain Harry Brook says he lied about being alone during a New Zealand nightclub incident to protect teammates and is learning from the episode.

Sreejesh tells India juniors to focus on Olympics

Sreejesh tells India juniors to focus on Olympics

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Indian men's junior hockey team chief coach PR Sreejesh on Friday advised his wards to consider the upcoming World Cup as a stepping stone in their careers, keeping their sights firmly set on the 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Abhishek Sharma finished as the highest run-getter in the rain-hit five-match T20I series, having amassed 163 runs in the series at a strike rate of 161.39.

Asian shooting: Aakriti, Anjum shine, India add more medals

Asian shooting: Aakriti, Anjum shine, India add more medals

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Aakriti Dahiya and Anjum Moudgil secured silver and bronze respectively in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Asian Shooting Championship, while Kazakhstan's Sofiya Shulzhenko set a new world record. India's Prachi Gaikwad also won gold in the junior women's 3P final.

Why Australia are desperate to decode Varun puzzle!

Why Australia are desperate to decode Varun puzzle!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

He's a tough one, the one we'll have to look out for: Short on mystery tweaker Varun

'Can't leave a question because it is out of syllabus...' SKY on Tariq

'Can't leave a question because it is out of syllabus...' SKY on Tariq

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

We can't leave a question in exam because it is out of syllabus: SKY on Pak spinner Usman Tariq

Monank Patel Lauds USA's Intent in Big T20 WC Win

Monank Patel Lauds USA's Intent in Big T20 WC Win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Saiteja Mukkamalla provided the impetus to USA's total with a 51-ball-79 against The Netherlands in Chennai on Friday.