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Lakers icon Bryant inducted into NBA Hall Of Fame

Lakers icon Bryant inducted into NBA Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was inducted posthumously into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.

PICS: Mexico's 'Granny Jordan' becomes viral star

PICS: Mexico's 'Granny Jordan' becomes viral star

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

In the video, Lopez, a local artisan with her gray hair platted in two long braids and sporting a long skirt, fakes out an opponent near the basket to make space for a shot which she expertly scores off the backboard.

Does Ayushi Gupta Ever Go Out Of Style?

Does Ayushi Gupta Ever Go Out Of Style?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

A deep dive into actress Ayushi Gupta's wardrobe.

Guess what lured goalkeeper Sreejesh to hockey!

Guess what lured goalkeeper Sreejesh to hockey!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

A "flat-footed" athlete, P R Sreejesh had a specific aim in mind when he decided to become a hockey player: securing 60 marks in annual examinations without having to study.

When Ranveer Met Bolt, Pep, Stokes...

When Ranveer Met Bolt, Pep, Stokes...

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh had a day to remember as he caught up with some of the world's greatest sportspeople at the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday.

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'I hope more shows highlight the unsung heroes of our rich history.' 'As for bringing the trophy home, a man can hope, but truly I am just excited to be there.'

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The Verge reported that James, who has previously said he would not pay for verification, had not paid to keep the checkmark.

Move Over Djoko, Jokic Is Here!

Move Over Djoko, Jokic Is Here!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic was not the only Serb making sporting headlines this week. Nikola Jovic led the Detroit Nuggets to their first NBA Championship. Meet the Most Valuable Player of the NBA Finals.

Why Gavaskar Said 'Whistle Podu'

Why Gavaskar Said 'Whistle Podu'

Rediff.com7 May 2022

The beautifully decorated games room features table tennis, video games, indoor basketball, a playing area for the kids and a lot of photographs about CSK's IPL journey through the years.

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Anshu Kumar, 21, son of government school teachers from a village in Bihar, won the President's Silver Medal at the NDA. He commanded the grand passing out parade and will go on to join the Indian Navy.

World Cup-winning captain, USA's Rapinoe to retire

World Cup-winning captain, USA's Rapinoe to retire

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Speaking to reporters in her home state of California, Rapinoe said she had known for about a year that this would be the point at which she would be ready to retire.

Big money, big names: Major League Cricket looks to crack US market

Big money, big names: Major League Cricket looks to crack US market

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Five years after USA Cricket shared its plans to launch a domestic T20 tournament, the inaugural edition of the MLC kicked off having assembled an impressive array of investors.

NBA: Dunk specialist Carter calls it quits after 22 seasons

NBA: Dunk specialist Carter calls it quits after 22 seasons

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Atlanta Hawks guard Vince Carter officially announced his retirement from professional basketball on Thursday after an NBA record 22-season career during which his high-flying dunks made him one of the game's top players in his prime. Carter, widely regarded as one of the greatest dunkers of all time, had previously said the 2019-20 NBA campaign would be his last but had not addressed his playing status since the NBA suspended its season in mid-March due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Sports Ministry, BCCI, SAI served notice from human rights body

Sports Ministry, BCCI, SAI served notice from human rights body

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Accordingly, it has issued notices to the secretary, department of sports in the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports; the SAI, the BCCI, the WFI, and 15 other national sports federations.

Shikhar Dhawan Makes His Bollywood Debut

Shikhar Dhawan Makes His Bollywood Debut

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Tiger Shroff's hot new pose... the Fabulous Wives' latest vacation... Manju Warrier has a secret to reveal...

Real Madrid footballers sent into quarantine

Real Madrid footballers sent into quarantine

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Real Madrid has sent all of the members of its soccer and basketball teams home into quarantine after one of the sports club's basketball players tested positive for the new coronavirus, the Spanish club said in a statement on Thursday. All soccer matches in Spain's top division, La Liga, have been suspended for two weeks over fears of the spread of the coronavirus, the league's organising body said in a statement.

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 30

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 30

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Saturday, September 30.

Punjab youngster Princepal Singh creates NBA Academy history

Punjab youngster Princepal Singh creates NBA Academy history

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

The first NBA Academy India graduate to sign a professional contract, Princepal Singh on Wednesday said his aim is to play in an NBA team in the future and he is ready to work hard to improve his overall game. Singh, a forward of six feet and 10 inches from Punjab, has signed to play in the NBA G League next season. He is the first NBA Academy graduate to sign with the NBA G League and first NBA Academy India graduate to sign a professional contract.

5 Reasons You Must Invest In Gold

5 Reasons You Must Invest In Gold

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

With an 11% return in 2022, gold was the best-performing asset class, beating equities, debt, real estate etc, by a considerable margin. Rishi Piparaiya explains why gold needs to be a part of our investment portfolio.

Asian Games: India's schedule on October 2

Asian Games: India's schedule on October 2

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Monday, October 2.

ASK KHEVNA SHAH: 'I've been laid off, what do I do now?'

ASK KHEVNA SHAH: 'I've been laid off, what do I do now?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'Don't take being laid off personally or as a reflection of your performance if you have always been a good performer,' says HR Expert Khevna Shah.

Dekho! Dekho! Shreyas, Dre Russ Dance!

Dekho! Dekho! Shreyas, Dre Russ Dance!

Rediff.com7 May 2022

In the video, Shreyas is seen doing more than one step. Russell is challenging him very well with a dance routine imported from his native Jamaica.

Asian Games' ultimate makeover: Esports to breakdancing

Asian Games' ultimate makeover: Esports to breakdancing

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Esports to breakdancing, Hangzhou will set the trend for future of sport

'India on the verge of producing an NBA player'

'India on the verge of producing an NBA player'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Women's NBA legend Ebony Hoffman said the National Basketball Association (NBA) is coming to India with the intention of popularising the sport.

OTT This Week: Romance, Horror, Adventure

OTT This Week: Romance, Horror, Adventure

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

From show business to sports stories, you'll find plenty to keep you busy on OTT this week.

Iran players resume singing of national anthem at World Cup match

Iran players resume singing of national anthem at World Cup match

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Loud jeers were heard from Iranian supporters as the anthem played, with the team singing quietly as it played.

'I've seen God and he bats at No 4 for India in Tests'

'I've seen God and he bats at No 4 for India in Tests'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'We have had champions, we have had legends, but we have never had another Sachin Tendulkar and we never will.'

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 27

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 27

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

India's schedule on Day 4 of the Asian Games on Wednesday, September 27.

What's Ranveer doing with LeBron?

What's Ranveer doing with LeBron?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

The Bollywood star was a special guest at the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, hosted by the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Kohli only cricketer in Forbes' top 100 highest-paid athletes

Kohli only cricketer in Forbes' top 100 highest-paid athletes

Rediff.com30 May 2020

With earnings of $ 25 million, Virat Kohli was ranked 100th in 2019 and 83rd in 2018 with $ 24 million.

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

The Indian teenager will train at Basketball Australia's Centre of Excellence from November 7-24.

These sports stars hung up their boots early...

These sports stars hung up their boots early...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

A list of high-profile tennis players and other sportspeople who called time on their careers at a young age.

LeBron rewrites playbook on athlete activism on way to the top

LeBron rewrites playbook on athlete activism on way to the top

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

James became a leading voice in support of the Black Lives Matter movement following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Subhash K Jha gives you the lowdown on what's going on in showbiz.

Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls signing-day jersey up for auction

Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls signing-day jersey up for auction

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Michael Jordan, age 21 at the time, smiled and held up the jersey at his first press conference as a member of the Bulls.

Serena, Lewis Hamilton join bid to buy Chelsea

Serena, Lewis Hamilton join bid to buy Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Williams and Hamilton have pledged an estimated 10 million pounds ($13.06 million) each to the bid.

Statue of Kobe, Gigi Bryant placed at crash site on anniversary

Statue of Kobe, Gigi Bryant placed at crash site on anniversary

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

A Los Angeles sculptor marked the second anniversary of Kobe and Gianna Bryant's death with an original work of art.

Kobe Bryant memorial expected to draw thousands

Kobe Bryant memorial expected to draw thousands

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Billed as a 'Celebration of Life' follows a series of remembrances, including a private family funeral earlier this month.

LeBron James First Active NBA Player-Billionaire

LeBron James First Active NBA Player-Billionaire

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

LeBron James has a net worth of $1 billion, including upwards of $900 million in income from endorsements and other business ventures.

Tokyo Games: AMAZING Pix!

Tokyo Games: AMAZING Pix!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Capturing the drama at the 2020 Olympics