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1st Test: Dhoni reveals how India lost the plot

1st Test: Dhoni reveals how India lost the plot

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Was it poor batting or bad bowling that cost India the match? India Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni presents the reasons for India's loss in the 1st Test in Auckland on Sunday.

Ryder, Bracewell's bar visit gets these kids into the Kiwi side

Ryder, Bracewell's bar visit gets these kids into the Kiwi side

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

All-rounder Jimmy Neesham and batsman Tom Latham have been named in New Zealand's team for the second Test against India after Jesse Ryder and Doug Bracewell were dropped for a late night drinking session in Auckland last week.

Ryder, Bracewell fined for late-night drinking session

Ryder, Bracewell fined for late-night drinking session

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

New Zealand's temperamental batsman Jesse Ryder and medium-pacer Doug Bracewell have been fined an undisclosed amount by the country's cricket board for a late-night drinking binge ahead of the opening Test against India at Auckland.

Stats: India have lost 10 out of the last 11 overseas Tests

Stats: India have lost 10 out of the last 11 overseas Tests

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

Statistical highlights at the end of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Eden Park on Sunday.

'We respect the Indian team and that's what makes this win special'

'We respect the Indian team and that's what makes this win special'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum was a relieved man after his decision to not enforce the follow-on proved fruitful, as they beat India by 40 runs in the 1st Test in Auckland on Sunday.

Dhoni rues India's inability to capitalise on close chances

Dhoni rues India's inability to capitalise on close chances

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni blamed poor umpiring and losing wickets off the second new ball as the main factors in India's 40-run loss against New Zealand in the first Test in Auckland on Sunday.

Ryder and Bracewell suspended for late-night drinking session

Ryder and Bracewell suspended for late-night drinking session

Rediff.com8 Feb 2014

New Zealand cricketers Jesse Ryder and Doug Bracewell have been suspended by the country's cricket board after they were found hanging out for a late-night drinking session on the eve of the opening Test match against India.

Who has scored the most double hundreds against India?

Who has scored the most double hundreds against India?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Rajneesh Gupta presents record by each country and players against India.

'It's a shame not to be out there with Brendon at stumps'

'It's a shame not to be out there with Brendon at stumps'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Kane Williamson, who scored a brilliant 113, was effusive in praise of his captain and fellow-centurion Brendon McCullum (143 not out) while admitting the pitch was conducive for batting after the morning session, on Day 1 of the first Test against India.

'It is a big achievement for me to get 150 wickets in Tests'

'It is a big achievement for me to get 150 wickets in Tests'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

He might have been under the scanner for a while now due to poor form, but India's pacer Ishant Sharma, who reached the milestone of 150 Test wickets on Thursday, says he is happy with the way he is bowling.

Ishant completes 150 wickets haul in Tests

Ishant completes 150 wickets haul in Tests

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Pacer Ishant Sharma became the 12th Indian to take 150 Test wickets when he dismissed opener Hamish Rutherford on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand, in Auckland, on Thursday.

'No surprise that conditions should suit us better than India'

'No surprise that conditions should suit us better than India'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum sounded upbeat about an unchanged team - from the side that beat the West Indies recently - for the first Test of the two-match series against India starting in Auckland on Thursday.

Need to put pressure on Indian batsmen in Tests, says NZ pacer Boult

Need to put pressure on Indian batsmen in Tests, says NZ pacer Boult

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

New Zealand pacer Trent Boult sought to play mind games ahead of the first Test against India, saying the visiting batsmen are too attacking and that sustained pressure can get them to commit errors.

Team India's report card: Dhoni, Kohli impress in depressing series

Team India's report card: Dhoni, Kohli impress in depressing series

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

India were consigned to their second straight overseas series defeat after being thrashed by 87 runs in the fifth One-Day International On Friday. The defeat in Wellington completed a 4-0 series whitewash by the Kiwis. A look at how India's players fared.

'Even in our wildest dreams we didn't think we could win 4-0'

'Even in our wildest dreams we didn't think we could win 4-0'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

New Zealand coach Mike Hesson has said his side never thought of routing a quality team like India 4-0 and felt the unexpected triumph would be a confidence booster for the Black Caps in the two-match Test series beginning Thursday.

Preview: Kiwis eyeing 4-0 whitewash of India

Preview: Kiwis eyeing 4-0 whitewash of India

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

New Zealand all-rounder Nathan McCullum said his team will aim for a 4-0 result in the ongoing ODI series by going full throttle in the inconsequential fifth and final match in Wellington on Friday.

New Zealand bring in Matt Henry as cover for Southee, Anderson

New Zealand bring in Matt Henry as cover for Southee, Anderson

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

New Zealand have pencilled in pacer Matt Henry into their ODI squad ahead of the fifth and final One-dayer against India to cover for Tim Southee and Corey Anderson, both of whom are carrying niggles.

Did Dhoni's bizzare selections cost India in New Zealand?

Did Dhoni's bizzare selections cost India in New Zealand?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

This series was billed as preparation for the 2015 World Cup to be hosted jointly by Australia and New Zealand, but the embarrassing loss has raised question marks over India's title defence.

WC Contenders: Home comforts for some; chokers tag hurt SA

WC Contenders: Home comforts for some; chokers tag hurt SA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

With strong hosts expected to challenge, a highly-fancied South Africa face their demons.

PHOTOS: New Zealand thrash India in Hamilton, seal series win

PHOTOS: New Zealand thrash India in Hamilton, seal series win

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

Images from the fourth one-dayer between New Zealand and India at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Tuesday.

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

The two players decided to pull out in favour of playing for their provinces in the Plunket Shield, New Zealand's domestic first class championships.

Ronchi reckons New Zealand can seal series in 4th ODI

Ronchi reckons New Zealand can seal series in 4th ODI

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Unperturbed by India's fight back in the thrilling tied third ODI, New Zealand wicket-keeper Luke Ronchi said with a comfortable 2-0 lead, the hosts are well on course to win the five-match ODI series.

Guptill dropped from NZ Test squad

Guptill dropped from NZ Test squad

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

New Zealand named an unchanged squad that beat West Indies 2-0 in December for the two-match Test series against India starting February 6.

India regain No 1 ODI ranking after Australia lose to England

India regain No 1 ODI ranking after Australia lose to England

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

India regained the No 1 ranking in One-Day Internationals after Australia lost the fourth ODI in their ongoing series against England by 57 runs on Friday.

Raina injures elbow in nets ahead of 3rd ODI

Raina injures elbow in nets ahead of 3rd ODI

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Indian batsman Suresh Raina was rendered a doubtful starter for the must-win third One-dayer against New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday after injuring his elbow during a practice session.

Important we do not get too far ahead of ourselves: Southee

Important we do not get too far ahead of ourselves: Southee

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

New Zealand's bowling spearhead Tim Southee warned India of short bowling in the third One Dayer, given that the boundaries at the Eden Park, Auckland are short and the pitch expected to be quick.

Adam Milne ruled out of ODI series against India

Adam Milne ruled out of ODI series against India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

New Zealand were dealt a setback in the ongoing ODI series against India after pace sensation Adam Milne was ruled out owing to a torn abdominal muscle.

How does Team India measure up in New Zealand

How does Team India measure up in New Zealand

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

As Team India's tour of New Zealand commences with the first one-dayer in Napier on Sunday, Rajneesh Gupta presents a statistical dossier on contests between the two teams.

Isner wants prize money rule change to lower injury-induced withdrawals

Isner wants prize money rule change to lower injury-induced withdrawals

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

American No 1 John Isner wants injured players to be compensated with first round prize money at Grand Slam to lower the number of early withdrawals.

Aus Open PHOTOS: Venus eclipsed by Makarova; Serena, Djokovic ease into 2nd round

Aus Open PHOTOS: Venus eclipsed by Makarova; Serena, Djokovic ease into 2nd round

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Images from Day One of the Australian Open, in Melbourne, on Monday.

Team India touch down in New Zealand for ODI series

Team India touch down in New Zealand for ODI series

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

The Indian cricket team arrived in Napier on Monday for the five-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 19.

Team India leaves for New Zealand on a month-long tour

Team India leaves for New Zealand on a month-long tour

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

The Indian squad led by Mahendra Singh Dhoni departed for New Zealand from Mumbai on Sunday for a five-match ODI series followed by a best-of-two Test rubber against the hosts.

New Zealand beat Windies by 81 runs in first T20

New Zealand beat Windies by 81 runs in first T20

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

New Zealand won the first Twenty20 international match against West Indies by 81 runs at EdenPark on Saturday to go 1-0 up in the two-match series.

With World Cup in sight, NZ retain squad for T20 vs Windies

With World Cup in sight, NZ retain squad for T20 vs Windies

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

New Zealand's planning for next year's World Cup further crystallised on Tuesday with the decision to maintain 12 of their One-Day side for their two Twenty20 matches against West Indies.

Venus, Stephens to take break ahead of Australian Open

Venus, Stephens to take break ahead of Australian Open

Rediff.com5 Jan 2014

With next week's Australian Open in mind, a weary Venus Williams has opted to skip the Hobart International while her American compatriot Sloane Stephens has pulled out of the Sydney International with a minor wrist injury.

Squad for New Zealand tour to be named on Tuesday

Squad for New Zealand tour to be named on Tuesday

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

The Indian squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand comprising five One-Day Internationals and two Tests will be picked on Tuesday, in Mumbai.

Ryder recalled to New Zealand One-day side after long absence

Ryder recalled to New Zealand One-day side after long absence

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

Aggressive batsman Jesse Ryder has returned to the New Zealand side after a doping suspension and an absence of nearly two years when he was included on Thursday in the limited overs squad for matches against West Indies later this month.

What it takes to be a winner!

What it takes to be a winner!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

32nd Miss India USA, Monica Gill, and Miss Teen India USA Alycia Rehmatullah tell George Joseph what makes girls successful.

Rohit 14th Indian to hit ton on Test debut. Check out the others

Rohit 14th Indian to hit ton on Test debut. Check out the others

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Lala Amarnath was the first Indian to score to century on Test debut when he made 118 against England in Mumbai nearly 80 years ago, in 1933. Interestingly, his son Surinder also accomplished the feat when he made 124 against New Zealand in Auckland, in 1976.

TOP 10: Best cities to travel to in 2014

TOP 10: Best cities to travel to in 2014

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Here's Lonely Planet's list of cities to travel to in the coming year.