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Leeds Test: How Dropped Catches Cost India

Leeds Test: How Dropped Catches Cost India

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2025

This was the first time in five years that India had put down so many chances in an innings.

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Pant applauded for enthralling century at Leeds

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2025

True to form, Pant brought up his seventh Test hundred in the most Pant-esque way possible, with a soaring one-handed six off Shoaib Bashir. A

PIX: Record-breaking Pant brings out pyrotechnics

PIX: Record-breaking Pant brings out pyrotechnics

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2025

Pant now has three Test centuries on English soil.

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2025

He has taken nine five-wicket hauls in SENA conditions.

Sachin breaks down Pant's 'clever' strategy

Sachin breaks down Pant's 'clever' strategy

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Pant's effort earned accolades from Tendulkar, who lauded the wicketkeeper-batter's paddle sweep.

From 'Stupid' to 'Superb': Gavaskar on Pant's Ton

From 'Stupid' to 'Superb': Gavaskar on Pant's Ton

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

As Rishabh Pant walked back after a splendid 134 off 178 balls - laced with 12 fours and two sixes - the Headingley crowd rose in appreciation of a masterclass.

Manjrekar had doubts about Gill's captaincy... but now?

Manjrekar had doubts about Gill's captaincy... but now?

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Manjrekar acknowledged that although Gill hadn't yet made a significant mark overseas, his composure as a leader was never in doubt.

'He Comes from Punjab...' Bharat Army's Tribute to Gill

'He Comes from Punjab...' Bharat Army's Tribute to Gill

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Gill was met with a rousing reception from the Bharat Army, who serenaded their new captain with a specially composed chant

Gill's ton stuns England - but his socks may cost him

Gill's ton stuns England - but his socks may cost him

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Gill was seen wearing black socks - a stark contrast to the regulation white or cream typically worn in Test cricket.

SEE: Pant Makes History, KL Rahul's Gesture Goes Viral

SEE: Pant Makes History, KL Rahul's Gesture Goes Viral

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

KL Rahul, in a heartwarming gesture, folded his hands and bowed towards Pant in admiration, a clip that has since gone viral on social media.

1st Test: Ganguly predicts 4 centurions

1st Test: Ganguly predicts 4 centurions

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly found themselves reliving old memories - this time from the sidelines.

Pant joins 3k club of elite wicketkeepers

Pant joins 3k club of elite wicketkeepers

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2025

Rishabh Pant completes 3000 Test runs; surpasses MS Dhoni to become Asia's most successful wicketkeeper-batter in SENA

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

PIX: Gill Rewrites Record Books On Captaincy Debut!

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

Playing his 32nd Test, he showed no signs of nervousness and batted with his signature effortless ease.

Hussain Revisits Virat's '60 Overs Of Hell' Moment!

Hussain Revisits Virat's '60 Overs Of Hell' Moment!

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

Hussain recalled the Lord's Test in 2021 and Virat's 'pep talk' to fire up his players on the final morning as the visitors thrashed the hosts and registered a memorable win.

Jaiswal shares record with Dada!

Jaiswal shares record with Dada!

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

Earlier in the day, B Sai Sudharsan has etched his name in Indian cricket history by making his Test debut on June 20.

Abhimanyu Easwaran Snubbed Again

Abhimanyu Easwaran Snubbed Again

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

Fans and experts questioned the logic behind repeatedly including Easwaran in squads without ever giving him a real opportunity

Reason Behind India, England's Black Armbands

Reason Behind India, England's Black Armbands

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

India and England came together to honour the victims of the tragic Ahmedabad air disaster, paying tribute with a minute's silence and black armbands in a show of shared grief and solidarity.

PIX: Pujara hands Sudharsan Test cap

PIX: Pujara hands Sudharsan Test cap

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

The 317th man to play for India in Test cricket, Sudharsan was handed his Test cap by former India No 3 bat, Cheteshwar Pujara.

Karun Nair is ready to go!

Karun Nair is ready to go!

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

Karun Nair is back - and back where it all began to unravel.

All Eyes on Leeds Weather Ahead of Test

All Eyes on Leeds Weather Ahead of Test

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2025

As India and England gear up for the first Test at Headingley on June 20, all eyes won't just be on the players, but on the sky.