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'He Might Want To Play IPL, But Don't Go There'

'He Might Want To Play IPL, But Don't Go There'

Rediff.com   6 days ago

'All the young players might want to play the shorter format, but India should be looking to preserve him for the Test format.'

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Rediff.com   6 days ago

Joe Root equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record of 68 Test fifties against Pakistan, adding another milestone to his remarkable career while returning as England captain.

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Ricky Ponting and Ashish Nehra are reportedly the highest-earning coaches in the Indian Premier League, each commanding approximately Rs 9.5 crore per season for their roles with Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, respectively.

Did Mumbai Indians Drop A Major Hint About Hardik Pandya?

Did Mumbai Indians Drop A Major Hint About Hardik Pandya?

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Mumbai Indians' cryptic Instagram post has ignited fresh speculation about Hardik Pandya's IPL future.

What's Azharuddin Doing In London?

What's Azharuddin Doing In London?

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin is enjoying a summer holiday in London, reflecting on his special connection with England, where he made a historic Test debut with three consecutive centuries in 1984-1985 and later scored memorable knocks.

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

India Win 1st Test: Where Do They Stand In WTC Race?

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2026

India secured a comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test, improving their World Test Championship points percentage. However, despite the win, their path to the WTC final has become significantly more challenging, requiring them to win almost all their remaining matches due to a tightly packed table and other teams' results.

'Take Me To IPL': Jaiswal-Dickwella Banter Goes Viral

'Take Me To IPL': Jaiswal-Dickwella Banter Goes Viral

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2026

Standing at square leg, Yashasvi Jaiswal kept urging Niroshan Dickwella to play his shots, reminding him of the aggressive 80 he had scored in the first innings.

Devdutt Padikkal falls five runs short of Rahul Dravid's record in Galle Test

Devdutt Padikkal falls five runs short of Rahul Dravid's record in Galle Test

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's match aggregate of 211 runs is the second-highest by an Indian No. 3 in a Test against Sri Lanka. Dravid holds the record with 215 runs in the 2009 Ahmedabad Test, where he made 177 and 38.

Dinesh Chandimal suffers concussion, replaced by Pasindu Sooriyabandara

Dinesh Chandimal suffers concussion, replaced by Pasindu Sooriyabandara

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2026

Veteran Sri Lankan batter Dinesh Chandimal has been ruled out of the ongoing first Test against India in Galle due to concussion, sustained while fielding on day four. Pasindu Sooriyabandara has been approved as his concussion substitute.

Jadeja achieves rare Test double, joins all-time greats

Jadeja achieves rare Test double, joins all-time greats

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has achieved a rare feat in Test cricket, becoming only the fourth player in history to score over 4,000 runs and take 350 wickets. He joins an exclusive club alongside legends like Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, and Daniel Vettori, reaching the milestone during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

KL Rahul sees bigger things ahead for Devdutt Padikkal after Galle breakthrough

KL Rahul sees bigger things ahead for Devdutt Padikkal after Galle breakthrough

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

Team India batter KL Rahul hailed Karnataka teammate Devdutt Padikkal's maiden Test century and backed the young left-hander to become a more consistent run-scorer for India.

Shubman Gill Pulls Off Jaw-Dropping Catch in Galle!

Shubman Gill Pulls Off Jaw-Dropping Catch in Galle!

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill showcased exceptional athleticism by taking a sensational one-handed catch against Sri Lanka on Day 3 of the first Test in Galle.

Digvesh Rathi brings back his viral notebook celebration

Digvesh Rathi brings back his viral notebook celebration

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

Digvesh Rathi recreated his viral 'notebook' celebration after dismissing Priyansh Arya in the Delhi Premier League, but the act led to a 30% pre cent match fee penalty and two demerit points for breaching the Code of Conduct. The match saw Outer Delhi Warriors defeat Purani Dilli 6 in a high-scoring encounter, with Rathi being the standout bowler for his team despite the loss.

'Time To Drop Pant': Fans Fume After Galle Dismissal

'Time To Drop Pant': Fans Fume After Galle Dismissal

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2026

Rishabh Pant's dismissal for 39 against Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle has once again brought his shot selection under intense scrutiny, with fans and former cricketers criticising his inability to convert starts into bigger scores.

Australian greats back Cameron Green for bigger role in Test batting order

Australian greats back Cameron Green for bigger role in Test batting order

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2026

Former Australian cricketers Adam Gilchrist and Kerry O'Keeffe praised Cameron Green for his fighting century against Bangladesh in the first Test in Darwin on Sunday, despite Australia suffering a nine-wicket defeat.

Ian Bishop hails Bangladesh's 'momentous' Test win over Australia

Ian Bishop hails Bangladesh's 'momentous' Test win over Australia

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2026

Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop hailed Bangladesh's "momentous achievement" after their stunning nine-wicket win over Australia in the first Test in Darwin on Sunday.

Bangladesh Overtake India in WTC Standings After Thrashing Australia

Bangladesh Overtake India in WTC Standings After Thrashing Australia

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2026

Bangladesh have moved above India to fourth position in the ICC World Test Championship standings after securing a historic nine-wicket victory against Australia in the first Test in Darwin.

Ponting Shocked, Hayden Labels Australia's Loss 'Embarrassing'

Ponting Shocked, Hayden Labels Australia's Loss 'Embarrassing'

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2026

Bangladesh secured a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in Darwin, marking their first-ever Test win on Australian soil and stunning the No. 1-ranked Test side.

'What Is Wrong With Gill?' Fans Slam India Captain

'What Is Wrong With Gill?' Fans Slam India Captain

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2026

Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul performed well, but India captain Shubman Gill had a disappointing outing, getting dismissed for 16 runs. His dismissal, attempting a lofted shot against Prabath Jayasuriya on a flat pitch, led to significant criticism from fans on social media, who questioned his shot selection and recent form.

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal was unfortunately run out for 32 on Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle after a bizarre mix-up with KL Rahul and a collision with debutant bowler Keshara Nuwantha.