Ranchi News

IPL 2013 Preview: Sunrisers Hyderabad masters of their own destiny

Wisden India Staff | Sunday May 19, 2013

From Kolkata's point of view, it's an inconsequential game, their defence of the IPL title having gone up in smoke a long time ago. But like Pune Warriors India scuttled their slim, almost improbable chances at qualification in Ranchi earlier this we...

Under-trial commits suicide in Jharkhand jail

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 16, 2013

An under-trial, charged with the murder of his wife, committed suicide in a Jharkhand jail early today, police said.

IPL 2013: No devil in Ranchi wicket, says Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir

NDTVCricket | Wednesday May 15, 2013

Ahead of Kolkata Knight Riders game against Pune Warriors India at Ranchi on Wednesday, Gautam Gambhir says there is no devil in Ranchi's wicket. He feels Royal Challengers Bangalore's failure to score more than 115 last Sunday was the inability of t...

Yuvraj Singh launches a free Cancer Detection Centre in Ranchi

Press Trust of India | Tuesday May 14, 2013

Stating that he had the firm belief that "You & We together can fight cancer", Yuvraj said he would be extremely happy if this initiative of cancer screening makes a difference to people and save lives.

Ranchi pitch was not ideal for T20 cricket, says Kolkata Knight Riders' Jacques Kallis

Press Trust of India | Monday May 13, 2013

Jacques Kallis, who picked up two wickets for 17 runs with the ball before scoring a vital 41 during KKR's modest chase of 116-run target, said the wicket was not easy to bat as the ball didn't come to the bat.

IPL 6: Kallis, Narine give Kolkata Knight Riders 5-wicket win vs Bangalore

Wisden India Staff | Monday May 13, 2013

KKR's Sunil Narine grabbed the purple cap in process with amazing figures of 4/22. All other bowlers - L Balaji (2/22), Jacques Kallis (2/17) and Sachithra Senanayake (1/17)  - ended with fine figures to keep the visiting side in check.

IPL 2013 Preview: Royal Challengers Bangalore seek vital points against Kolkata Knight Riders

Wisden India Staff | Sunday May 12, 2013

Kolkata, at 'home' in Ranchi, are currently on ten points and even if they win each of their three remaining games, they might not have enough to qualify for a spot in the playoffs. But that is no reason for not giving it their best shot; if for noth...

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Madhu Koda acquitted in graft case, to remain in jail

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday March 7, 2013

Former chief minister Madhu Koda, who is in jail over corruption charges, got some relief Thursday when the Jharkhand High Court acquitted him in one of the graft cases filed against him. He will remain in prison due to other matters.

Four electrocuted while bathing in Jharkhand river

Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday March 6, 2013

Four people were electrocuted while bathing in a river in Jharkhand on Wednesday, police said.

Fan pens song in praise of MS Dhoni

Press Trust of India | Wednesday February 27, 2013

The 3.41 minute song highlights Dhoni leading India to victories in the two World Cup, his helicopter shots, his passion for the game and several other achievements.

Dhoni seeks divine blessings ahead of Australia series

NDTVCricket | Thursday February 14, 2013

On Thursday, Dhoni travelled 70 km from his hometown of Ranchi to visit a temple and offer prayers. He visits this particular shrine every time he is in his native Ranchi.

Prolonged form slump annoying: Virat Kohli

Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 22, 2013

Kohli marked his return to form with an unbeaten 77 in the last one-dayer in Ranchi against England after a string of low scores which had become a matter of concern for the team.

We must exploit 'very English' conditions: Ian Bell

Press Trust of India | Monday January 21, 2013

Admitting that England played poor cricket in the previous ODI at Ranchi, where they were bundled out for paltry 155 that the hosts chased down comfortably, Bell said they would have to make amends ahead of the fourth One-dayer here.

India topple England for top ODI ranking after victory in Ranchi

NDTVCricket | Sunday January 20, 2013

The battle for top ODI spot though will go on as India-England and South Africa-New Zealand still have 2 ODIs each to play. After that India play Australia in Test matches before the IPL starts. South Africa though will still have Pakistan ODIs to...

3rd ODI: MS Dhoni credits bowlers with setting up Ranchi win

Wisden India Staff | Sunday January 20, 2013

This was the second time in a row that England had collapsed to spin after being bowled out for 158 in Kochi in the second ODI. However, Dhoni downplayed England's shortcomings. "You have to see whether our bowlers bowled well or not, and whether ...