Tapan Mohanta

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How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Sourav Kothari discusses his emotional journey to winning the IBSF World Billiards Championship, highlighting the impact of his father's death and his aspirations for cue sports in the Commonwealth Games.

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2026

West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder discusses his focus on being ready for an opportunity with Gujarat Titans, praising young pacer Ashok Sharma, and backing Nicholas Pooran to bounce back from a slow start in the IPL.

'I'm very tough on myself; if I don't do well': Varun Chakravarthy

'I'm very tough on myself; if I don't do well': Varun Chakravarthy

Rediff.com   19 Apr 2026

Varun Chakravarthy defends his recent form, attributing his struggles to unhelpful pitches rather than any flaws in his bowling, after a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, after a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, aim to exploit the Kolkata Knight Riders' ongoing struggles in their upcoming IPL match. KKR, plagued by consecutive defeats and questionable decisions, are desperate for a win in front of their home crowd before a month-long break.

IPL 2026: How Shami's new ball trick dismantled SRH top order

IPL 2026: How Shami's new ball trick dismantled SRH top order

Rediff.com   8 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' spin bowling coach Carl Crowe reveals Mohammed Shami's success against Sunrisers Hyderabad was due to a new delivery developed with bowling coach Bharat Arun. Shami's willingness to learn and Rishabh Pant's leadership are also highlighted.

IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

IPL 2026: Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders brace for Shami challenge in crucial LSG clash

Rediff.com   8 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form, face a tough challenge against Lucknow Super Giants, spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, in their IPL 2026 match.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com   5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.

IPL 2026: KKR vs PBKS Preview: PBKS look unstoppable as KKR struggle with chaos

IPL 2026: KKR vs PBKS Preview: PBKS look unstoppable as KKR struggle with chaos

Rediff.com   5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

Rediff.com   1 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking for their spinners to rediscover their form against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match.

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Rediff.com   2 Mar 2026

West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.

T20 World Cup: Varun Chakravarthy's Form A Worry for India Ahead Of West Indies Clash

T20 World Cup: Varun Chakravarthy's Form A Worry for India Ahead Of West Indies Clash

Rediff.com   28 Feb 2026

India and West Indies clash in a high-stakes virtual quarter-final on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.

'What is there to worry about? Our rival teams should worry'

'What is there to worry about? Our rival teams should worry'

Rediff.com   25 Jan 2022

'When you have a win ratio of 65 per cent over the last five years, what is there to worry about?' 'How can the standard go down suddenly? For five years, you have been number one side in the world.'

Deodhar: West Zone beat Zimbabwe President's XI

Deodhar: West Zone beat Zimbabwe President's XI

Rediff.com   16 Mar 2009

Cheteshwar Pujara starred with an unbeaten 53 as eight-time champion West Zone thrashed minnows Zimbabwe President's XI by six wickets to comfortably sail into the final of the Zonal One-Dayers for Deodhar Trophy in Cuttack on Monday.

Deodhar: East beat Central by 18 runs

Deodhar: East beat Central by 18 runs

Rediff.com   16 Mar 2009

East Zone displayed a superb team effort to beat defending champions Central by 18 runs and set up a summit clash with West in the Zonal One-Dayers of the Deodhar Trophy in Cuttack on Monday.

Jaggi's ton help East win, shut door on North

Jaggi's ton help East win, shut door on North

Rediff.com   15 Mar 2009

Ishank Jaggi slammed an unbeaten 110 and Dhiraj Goswami picked up a four-wicket haul to set up East Zone's comfortable 65-run win over 11 time champions North in a Group A one-day encounter in Deodhar Trophy tournament in Cuttack on Saturday.

Fit-again Bhutia raring to go in I-League

Fit-again Bhutia raring to go in I-League

Rediff.com   24 Sep 2008

With the nagging hamstring injury sustained in the AFC Challenge Cup healed, a fit-again Baichung Bhuita is raring to go full throttle when his team Mohun Bagan opens its I-League campaign against minnows Mumbai FC on Saturday.