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Oops! Deepak Chahar Forgets Wife's Birthday

Oops! Deepak Chahar Forgets Wife's Birthday

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2025

Deepak Chahar recently shared how he forgot his wife's birthday after a long day on the field - and how love and patience came to his rescue.

Fans Go Crazy Over India's New Training Kit... Here's Why

Fans Go Crazy Over India's New Training Kit... Here's Why

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2025

In Dubai, as the Indian cricket team fine-tunes its preparations for the Asia Cup 2025, fans have noticed a surprising change - for the first time in years, the squad is training without any sponsorship branding on their kit.

England recall all-rounder for SA, Ireland T20Is

England recall all-rounder for SA, Ireland T20Is

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2025

The T20I series against South Africa will be played from 10-14 September, following the ongoing ODI series where the Proteas hold an unassailable 2-0 lead heading into the final match on Sunday.

PIX: Surya's India sharpen skills ahead of Asia Cup

PIX: Surya's India sharpen skills ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2025

Earlier, warm-up routines had players darting through shuttle runs and high knees before bats were unsheathed.

'We'll never move on from June 4': RCB stars

'We'll never move on from June 4': RCB stars

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

On Friday, Jitesh Sharma and Krunal Pandya joined their teammates in paying tribute to the fans who never made it home.

Pandya Brothers' Teacher's Day Gift to Coach Wins Hearts

Pandya Brothers' Teacher's Day Gift to Coach Wins Hearts

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

Jitendra Singh stood with the Pandya brothers through it all. When they couldn't afford kits, he found a way. When others doubted their potential, he pushed them harder. When life knocked them down, he picked them back up.

'Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh were not friends'

'Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh were not friends'

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

In a fiery outburst, Yograj Singh - father of India's 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh - claimed that most of his son's teammates, including greats like Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, turned against him.

PIX: Hardik drops latest look ahead of Asia Cup

PIX: Hardik drops latest look ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

Hardik, who has landed in Dubai ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup, dropped shots of his latest look and captioned them: 'New Me'.

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

Taking to 'X", Sachin said he remained grateful to his "three guiding hands," who shaped him to the person he is today and acknowledged the profound impact made in his life by his father Ramesh Tendulkar, first coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar, and elder brother Ajit.

England Plunge To New Depths In 50-Over Format!

England Plunge To New Depths In 50-Over Format!

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

England's torrid run in the 50-over format has plunged to alarming depths after they lost their first ODI series to South Africa since 1998.

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

'Being likened to deVilliers a huge privilege'

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

"Just being compared, I saw it as a huge privilege": South Africa's Dewald Brevis embraces 'Baby AB' legacy

Gaikwad Knocks On Selectors' Doors With Gritty Ton

Gaikwad Knocks On Selectors' Doors With Gritty Ton

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2025

With the twin home Test series against West Indies and then against South Africa, Gaikwad's resurgence comes just at the right time, giving selectors another reminder of his ability after a difficult few months.

When Dhoni Flashed A Rare Smile

When Dhoni Flashed A Rare Smile

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2025

'Dhoni is a very cool captain. But he was also very happy and was enjoying that moment.'

Bhajji Salutes Spirit of Punjab

Bhajji Salutes Spirit of Punjab

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2025

Despite losing nearly everything in the devastating floods, the family chose to welcome relief volunteers with freshly prepared tea -- a gesture Harbhajan hailed as the true 'spirit of Punjab'.

Kamindu, Chameera fashion SL's T20 win over Zimbabwe

Kamindu, Chameera fashion SL's T20 win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

Nissanka's cameo guides Sri Lanka to 4 wicket win over Zimbabwe in 1st T20I

Snubbed 3 Yrs, Bhuvneshwar Breaks Silence

Snubbed 3 Yrs, Bhuvneshwar Breaks Silence

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

'No matter how well you perform, sometimes luck doesn't favour you.'

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Euro Summer Diaries

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Euro Summer Diaries

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

From lounging by turquoise beaches shaded with straw parasols to wandering through charming old towns and winding stone lanes, Jaiswal's travel album feels as refreshing as his strokeplay.

At Athiya, Rahul's Grih Pravesh

At Athiya, Rahul's Grih Pravesh

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul's grih pravesh puja was all about love, tradition, and togetherness

'Not in Big Series': Pathan Slams Bumrah's Rest Calls

'Not in Big Series': Pathan Slams Bumrah's Rest Calls

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

Irfan Pathan has added fresh fuel to it with a stinging remark aimed at Jasprit Bumrah, using Pat Cummins' Ashes-first approach as an example of how elite pacers should handle their schedules.

'I Have Been Praying For The Families'

'I Have Been Praying For The Families'

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2025

An emotional Virat Kohli expressed heartfelt condolences to the victims of the deadly stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title celebrations in Bengaluru on June 4.