Norma Astrid Godinho

Stories by Norma Astrid Godinho

The Teenage Skater Who Won Gold For India

The Teenage Skater Who Won Gold For India

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

'Winning gold for India was a dream I lived on that rink.'

Can These Men Upset Sinner, Alcaraz?

Can These Men Upset Sinner, Alcaraz?

Rediff.com   23 Aug 2025

Jannik and Carlos are the favourites at Flushing Meadows, but don't write these men off!

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2025

'Jaiswal has an avg of 36 & a strike rate of 164 in T20Is and he got dropped for Gill who has avg of 30 and a strike rate of 139.' 'There is no place for merit anymore.'

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2025

FC Goa join fellow ISL team Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the continental tournament's group stage. The Mariners had secured a direct berth by clinching the 2024-25 Indian Super League Shield.

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

Rediff.com   13 Aug 2025

It will take FC Goa nothing short of a miracle to pull off a win against the Omanis, and a victory will be a the perfect Independence Day present for Indian football fans.

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2025

'It was a tough field, and I was nervous going in.' 'But once I stepped onto the court, I focused only on giving my best.'

India's Test Future: 5 Big Questions

India's Test Future: 5 Big Questions

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2025

For their next assignment in the ICC World Test Championship cycle, the two-time WTC runners up will aim to grab maximum points across those four home clashes. Here are five key questions the side must answer prior to their next Test match-up.

How India Sealed Epic Win In Under An Hour

How India Sealed Epic Win In Under An Hour

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2025

Needing 7 to win, Siraj is given the ball and who better than Mr Lion Heart to script India's narrowest win in Test cricket. It takes Siraj a stinging yorker to send Atkinson's stumps flying -- the ball hitting low on the off stump.

4th Test Takeaways: The Highs and Lows

4th Test Takeaways: The Highs and Lows

Rediff.com   28 Jul 2025

Led by Shubman Gill, a defiant India put on a mentally strong and technically disciplined response to keep the series alive with England 2-1 up. While there were plenty of positives to take forward, a few concerns continue to linger as the series heads to a decider at The Oval.

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Will Jurel, Kuldeep Play 4th Test?

Rediff.com   19 Jul 2025

Will Sai Sudarshan or Abhimanyu Easwaran bat at No. 3?

Rematch Review: Flawless

Rematch Review: Flawless

Rediff.com   18 Jul 2025

Rematch will be primarily enjoyed by chess lovers, but the series is sprinkled with a massive dose of drama and intrigue to keep everyone hooked through all six episodes, observes Norma Godinho.

Edgbaston, India's Toughest Test

Edgbaston, India's Toughest Test

Rediff.com   1 Jul 2025

India have never won a second Test after they lost the first Test in England.

'Baccha Log Accha Karega'

'Baccha Log Accha Karega'

Rediff.com   19 Jun 2025

'We won't miss Virat and Rohit. I have faith in our young team.'

'Surprising That Sachin Is Not Outraged'

'Surprising That Sachin Is Not Outraged'

Rediff.com   10 Jun 2025

'The Pataudi Trophy vanished overnight -- no farewell, no tribute, just a quiet replacement.' 'If a name can be erased this easily, what faith can we place in the permanence of Tendulkar-Anderson?'

Agniveers Ready To Fight Cyber Wars

Agniveers Ready To Fight Cyber Wars

Rediff.com   4 Jun 2025

As pipes played and ceremonial commands echoed across the parade ground, a subtle but sharp undertone ran beneath the pride -- the knowledge that these young men may soon be called to act in a world where real-time threats blur the lines between battlefield and cyberspace.

Krunal 1st POTM In Two Finals!

Krunal 1st POTM In Two Finals!

Rediff.com   4 Jun 2025

Krunal Pandya is also the first player to win 4 IPL titles -- three with Mumbai Indians and one with RCB.

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

Rediff.com   4 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar's astute captaincy has been apparent throughout this season, be it bowling changes or field placements, he has been spot on. Unlike other franchises where captaining big egos has not sat well with certain players, Patidar has commanded the respect of his senior India as well as international team-mates.

Jitesh Sharma Takes RCB Closer To Title

Jitesh Sharma Takes RCB Closer To Title

Rediff.com   28 May 2025

In a match that was a do or die for RCB -- they HAD to win to seal a spot in Qualifier 1 -- the Ekana stadium watched in admiration as the stand-in skipper played the innings of his life.

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

Rediff.com   24 May 2025

Rahane had, on May 2, said he would never give up on his "desire and hunger" to play for India again despite being out of reckoning for the past two years.

The Sweet Sound Of A Mitch Marsh 100

The Sweet Sound Of A Mitch Marsh 100

Rediff.com   23 May 2025

The Aussie all-rounder scored a blazing 117 off 64 balls. Not only was his innings decorated with 10 fours and 8 sixes, his two massive partnerships put LSG in the driver's seat.