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Gavaskar questions Dhoni's long break from game

Gavaskar questions Dhoni's long break from game

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Dhoni's future has been a subject of intense speculation since India's World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand on July 9.

Pitch consultant was apprised of the change: ICC

Pitch consultant was apprised of the change: ICC

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

After a pitch controversy sullied the atmosphere ahead of the World Cup semifinal between India and New Zealand, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday clarified that the independent pitch consultant Andy Atkinson was taken into confidence on the change of surface.

Poll prediction: Germany to lift FIFA World Cup again!

Poll prediction: Germany to lift FIFA World Cup again!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

Germany will retain their World Cup title in Moscow to equal Brazil's record of five wins in the tournament, according to a Reuters poll of financial specialists more used to predicting market moves.

Glad we got the job done, there was pressure on us, admits a relieved Rohit

Glad we got the job done, there was pressure on us, admits a relieved Rohit

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Despite the glossiness of their victory over New Zealand, Indian captain Rohit Sharma was candid enough to admit that the team felt a few strands of pressure going into the World Cup semifinal in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Sumit Nagal, Yuki return to Davis Cup squad

Sumit Nagal, Yuki return to Davis Cup squad

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

India will travel to the city of Biel for the World Group I first-round tie, which will be played on indoor courts from September 12.

Indian compound mixed team enters final

Indian compound mixed team enters final

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Priyansh advanced to the compound mixed team final, confirming India's second medal, while Deepika Kumari brightened the country's gloomy recurve campaign, reaching to her second successive Archery World Cup semifinals after her comeback in the Stage 2 of the event, in Yecheon on Friday.

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Akanksha, 26, will take on Delhi's teen sensation Anahat, who rallied to beat state-mate Tanvi Khanna 3-11, 11-5, 11-0, 11-9, in the title round.

Maxwell cleared: Ready for semis showdown vs SA

Maxwell cleared: Ready for semis showdown vs SA

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Maxwell battled cramps and severe pain to score a scintillating double century

Arjun, Praggnanandhaa disappoint in Freestyle Chess

Arjun, Praggnanandhaa disappoint in Freestyle Chess

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa finished in sixth and seventh position respectively, even as Grandmaster Levon Aronian of the United States reigned supreme in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam.

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

India won their seventh ICC trophy, while registering their third Champions Trophy triumph.

Ravi Shastri meets 'childhood hero' at Chinnaswamy

Ravi Shastri meets 'childhood hero' at Chinnaswamy

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

In Bengaluru for India's match against Netherlands, Ravi Shastri met his 'childhood hero' at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

India to explore core group for Women's T20 World Cup

India to explore core group for Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

India have been doing well in the 50-over format but they have plenty to ponder about in the shortest form, having lost their previous series in New Zealand 0-3.

We need to plan against Kohli in T20 World Cup: Dilshan

We need to plan against Kohli in T20 World Cup: Dilshan

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

Virat Kohli's meteoric rise in recent times has prompted the Sri Lankan cricket team to devise a game plan for the Indian batsman ahead of next month's T20 World Cup, according to opener Tillakaratne Dilshan.

Kohli was 'dazed' following WC 2019 semis loss

Kohli was 'dazed' following WC 2019 semis loss

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Ravindra Jadeja and Mahendra Singh Dhoni infused life in the match. However, with Dhoni run out during the final moments of the match, India fell short of the target and was bundled out for 221 in 49.3 overs.

Women's T20 WC: India-Pakistan Blockbuster on...

Women's T20 WC: India-Pakistan Blockbuster on...

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Edgbaston on June 14.

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Maharaja Trophy, the state's top franchise-based T20 tournament, was also moved outside Bengaluru as police had rejected KSCA's proposal to host it behind closed doors. The tournament was played in Mysore behind closed doors.

Aus pacer Starc makes big reveal

Aus pacer Starc makes big reveal

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Starc, who is carrying niggles since the Ashes and was rested for Australia's last league match of the World Cup against Bangladesh, was seen training with teammates during Monday's optional session ahead of the Thursday's semi-final.

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Aura of iconic Eden Gardens clinched it for us: CAB president

'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Seasoned boxer Pooja Rani had decided that if her fourth appearance at the World Boxing Championship ended without a medal, she would not give it another shot.

'Things happen really quickly in the Champions Trophy'

'Things happen really quickly in the Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

India won't give into the temptation of tinkering with the Playing XI, feels opening batter KL Rahul.

Champions Trophy 2025: India, Pakistan to face off in Dubai, mark the date...

Champions Trophy 2025: India, Pakistan to face off in Dubai, mark the date...

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

As has been the case with ICC events, India and Pakistan have been clubbed in the same group which also has New Zealand and Bangladesh.

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Sunday could well be Dravid's last day in his office and there won't be a better farewell gift to one of the legends of Indian cricket, who missed that elusive silverware as a player.

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In many ways, David Beckham in his pomp was to football what Virat Kohli is to cricket.

ICC Women's ODI Rankings: India close in on England

ICC Women's ODI Rankings: India close in on England

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Third-placed India close in on England in latest Women's ODI rankings update

SA in T20 WC final is 'destructive poetry in motion'

SA in T20 WC final is 'destructive poetry in motion'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

It's emotional down here, we're in final: Steyn, Smith laud SA for T20 WC final entry

India, Pakistan to play at neutral venues in ICC events

India, Pakistan to play at neutral venues in ICC events

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

The ICC top brass is likely to finalise the hybrid model modalities for the Champions Trophy during a virtual meeting with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday, it has been learnt.

Pakistan stick to 'plan' to keep WC campaign alive

Pakistan stick to 'plan' to keep WC campaign alive

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Fakhar received the 'Player of the Match' award for his knock.

Vaughan blames pro-India scheduling for Afghanistan's loss

Vaughan blames pro-India scheduling for Afghanistan's loss

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Michael Vaughan put the blame on alleged 'India-centric' scheduling for Afghanistan's disappointing show

PCB starts clearing players' dues after central contracts issue resolved

PCB starts clearing players' dues after central contracts issue resolved

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

The Pakistan Cricket Board has started clearing the dues of national team players, which were held up for the last few months because of issues relating to new central contracts.

Lakshya Sen finishes third at King Cup

Lakshya Sen finishes third at King Cup

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Lakshya Sen defeated Lanier 21-17 21-11, securing a handsome prize purse of around Rs. 36 lakh.

Windies book semi-final ticket after beating England

Windies book semi-final ticket after beating England

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Captain Hayley Matthews and her opening partner Qiana Joseph struck fine half centuries as the West Indies registered a thumping six-wicket win over England to qualify for the semifinals of the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on Tuesday.

'In this World Cup, you can almost predict the top eight teams'

'In this World Cup, you can almost predict the top eight teams'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

Having been a part of three World Cup campaigns, former India cricket captain Rahul Dravid said that the current format of the 50-over showpiece event, starting mid February in Australia and New Zealand, is too predictable and should be improved upon.

Ex-India pacer Prasad to run for KSCA presidency

Ex-India pacer Prasad to run for KSCA presidency

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Venkatesh Prasad to contest for KSCA president's post, Kumble, Srinath back ex-India pacer's panel

Alyssa Healy out of Women's Premier League

Alyssa Healy out of Women's Premier League

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Australia and UP Warriorz captain Alyssa Healy has opted out of the upcoming edition of the Women's Premier League due to a stress injury to her right foot.

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Some of Argentina's most passionate fans can be found in towns and cities across football-crazy Kerala.

Panama ends US Nations League reign

Panama ends US Nations League reign

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The United States' bid for a fourth consecutive CONCACAF Nations League title came to a stunning end

'No Risk Of India, Pakistan Not Playing'

'No Risk Of India, Pakistan Not Playing'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

'The Asia Cup cannot be compared to private tournaments like the World Championship of Legends.'

Mandhana: It started with me and I take the blame

Mandhana: It started with me and I take the blame

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'I think everyone's shot selections at that time... we could have done better with our shot selections.'

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The pitch in Guyana has favoured the bowlers in the past by slowing down as the game goes on.

'Heartbreaking moment': Harmanpreet on Smriti's wicket

'Heartbreaking moment': Harmanpreet on Smriti's wicket

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur described her team's narrow four-run defeat to England as 'heartbreaking'