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Australia's tour to WI takes them to uncharted territory

Australia's tour to WI takes them to uncharted territory

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

It will also the first three-Test series between the countries since the West Indies tour of Australia in 2015-16.

Rohit Sharma to be dropped for 5th Test?

Rohit Sharma to be dropped for 5th Test?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Gambhir non-committal about Playing XI for Sydney Test

Huge blow for South Africa ahead of packed Test summer

Huge blow for South Africa ahead of packed Test summer

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

South Africa have a chance of reaching the 2025 World Test Championship final but would likely have to win both Tests against Sri Lanka, and the two-match home series with Pakistan that includes Boxing Day and New Year fixtures.

Hazlewood reveals why Starc, Cummins and he aren't retiring

Hazlewood reveals why Starc, Cummins and he aren't retiring

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The three are in their mid-30s and with Cummins dealing with a lumbar bone stress injury, and Starc taking international retirement from T20s, there is a feeling the end of an era is not too far.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Srikanth shares own experiences to defend India Open venue

Srikanth shares own experiences to defend India Open venue

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Haven't seen anything bad: Srikanth defends India Open playing conditions

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Chopra focussing on rehabilitation of his back injury, season opener not known yet: Sumariwalla

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Rishabh Pant posted a heartfelt message for Chris Woakes, who had left him with a severe injury during the fifth Test in Manchester early this year.

Chacarra in Contention at Hero Indian Open After Solid Opening Round

Chacarra in Contention at Hero Indian Open After Solid Opening Round

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Defending champion Eugenio Chacarra is in a good position to contend for another Hero Indian Open title, while Freddy Schott leads after the first round. Veer Ahlawat is the best-placed Indian golfer.

World Athletics medallist Bracy sanctioned for doping violations

World Athletics medallist Bracy sanctioned for doping violations

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Bracy is the second sprinter from the 2022 US podium sweep of the blue-riband event to run afoul of anti-doping rules.

Grass, spin, and heat: MCG pitch set to test bowlers

Grass, spin, and heat: MCG pitch set to test bowlers

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

Pat Cummins said that the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch looks "nice and firm" with a "bit of grass coverage"

WTC Final: Australia to have a new opening pair!

WTC Final: Australia to have a new opening pair!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Former No. 1-ranked Test batter Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja would open the innings for Australia in the WTC final against South Africa while the fit-again Cameron Green would bat at the No. 3 position.

'Somebody Get Travis Head Out'

'Somebody Get Travis Head Out'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'He is one guy that India will really want back in the dressing room very quickly.'

10 Tests in 4 months: Gambhir under pressure?

10 Tests in 4 months: Gambhir under pressure?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid is expecting his successor Gautam Gambhir to do a "great" job with the national team.

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Pakistan secured a 93-run victory over South Africa on the fourth day of the first Test, taking the eight wickets needed on Wednesday to go 1-0 up in the two-match series in Lahore.

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Pakistan secured a 93-run victory over South Africa on the fourth day of the first Test, taking the eight wickets needed on Wednesday to go 1-0 up in the two-match series in Lahore.

Lyon says Australia not taking Proteas lightly

Lyon says Australia not taking Proteas lightly

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

''South Africa have got some world class batters and obviously they've got some unbelievable bowlers there as well so it's going to be a good challenge and obviously it's a one-off Test match.'

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Thursday stressed that each and every bilateral assignment will be "very important" now for stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as India look ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Smith ruled out of West Indies clash

Smith ruled out of West Indies clash

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Steve Smith will miss Australia's first Test against the West Indies in Barbados later this month

World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers

World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers

Rediff.com31 May 2025

World Boxing said Paris Olympics gold medallist Imane Khelif will not be allowed to compete until she undergoes a mandatory sex test.

Jubilant Bavuma heaps praise on Rabada, Markram

Jubilant Bavuma heaps praise on Rabada, Markram

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

'The sun is on us,' declared SA skipper Temba Bavuma following the World Test Championship triumph.

'Get out and watch them': Haddin urges Aussie fans

'Get out and watch them': Haddin urges Aussie fans

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Former Australian captain Brad Haddin encouraged the Aussie public to go out and watch Indian icons Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in action

What India's Absence In WTC Final Cost Lord's

What India's Absence In WTC Final Cost Lord's

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Lord's suffers a loss of 4 million pounds in ticket sales due to India's absence in WTC final.

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Kusal Mendis' battling half-century salvaged a difficult day one for Sri Lanka as they reached 229/9 in the second Test.

Boycott warns Crawley, Pope from overconfidence ahead of India Tests

Boycott warns Crawley, Pope from overconfidence ahead of India Tests

Rediff.com28 May 2025

'We cannot say suddenly that Crawley and Pope have solved the technical and mental issues that have dogged their careers because the Zimbabwe bowling was so average.'

LSG rope in Kane Williamson for crucial 2026 reboot

LSG rope in Kane Williamson for crucial 2026 reboot

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

New Zealand batting stalwart Kane Williamson has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as a strategic advisor ahead of the Indian Premier League's (IPL) next edition.

Australia set to rejig top order after WTC humiliation

Australia set to rejig top order after WTC humiliation

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald hinted at a rejig in the top order after misfiring in the World Test Championship final defence against South Africa at Lord's.

'Lack of exposure...' Amla pinpoints SA's strong point

'Lack of exposure...' Amla pinpoints SA's strong point

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

India, South Africa pretty close on bowling, batters will face big test in getting runs: Amla

WTC table: India remain No 1; England make big leap

WTC table: India remain No 1; England make big leap

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Big win against West Indies propel England past three teams in WTC table

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

South Africa's long wait for a men's world title - could be written on Saturday. And if they succeed, don't be surprised if 'Lucky Charm de Villiers' trends again.

Shubman Gill ends debate on India's No 3 spot

Shubman Gill ends debate on India's No 3 spot

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill backed young No. 3 Sai Sudharsan to come good, insisting that the team must look at 'potential, not just numbers'.

Shastri reveals his Playing XI for Leeds Test

Shastri reveals his Playing XI for Leeds Test

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Two fast-bowling all-rounders look to be in a battle for one spot, while a decision between Prasidh Krishna and left-armer Arshdeep Singh could be condition-dependent.

Mithun Manhas set to take over as BCCI president

Mithun Manhas set to take over as BCCI president

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Mithun Manhas' name came to the fore after an informal meeting held in New Delhi, during which it was decided to push his name forward for the role of BCCI president.

New era begins: Gill leads India without big three

New era begins: Gill leads India without big three

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Shubman Gill was deemed Rohti's long-term successor and was crowned the new Test skipper.

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Hockley, when asked about the report, denied suggestions that the powerful nations were turning a blind eye to Test cricket, saying he had met Snedden during the New Zealand-Australia first Test in Wellington and conveyed to him that Australia was very much committed to help ICC ensure all the three formats flourish.

Pant battles pain to equal Sehwag's record!

Pant battles pain to equal Sehwag's record!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Pant equals Sehwag's six-hitting record, surpasses Rohit Sharma in WTC Test runs

'Kohli's absence a bigger blow than Rohit's'

'Kohli's absence a bigger blow than Rohit's'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

India will miss Virat Kohli more than Rohit Sharma in the marquee Test series against England and the duo's recent retirement from the format will "hurt" the transitioning team's chances in the rubber starting on Friday, reckons the legendary Geoffrey Boycott.

BWF Worlds: Sindhu sees off World No. 2, sails into QF

BWF Worlds: Sindhu sees off World No. 2, sails into QF

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu shocked World No. 2 Wang Zhi Yi of China to storm into the quarterfinals of the World Championships, in Paris on Thursday.

Wrestler Reetika suspended for failing dope test

Wrestler Reetika suspended for failing dope test

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Reetika Hooda, who became the country's first-ever Under-23 World champion in 2023, has been suspended provisionally by NADA for flunking a dope test.

Will Kuldeep Play Oval Test?

Will Kuldeep Play Oval Test?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the fifth Test against England?