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Jayasuriya steps in as Sri Lanka's interim coach for India series

Jayasuriya steps in as Sri Lanka's interim coach for India series

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Sanath Jayasuriya has been named the interim head coach of the island nation's cricket team ahead of its white-ball home series against India beginning later this month.

Why Gill, Avesh will return home after India's group stage

Why Gill, Avesh will return home after India's group stage

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Rinku, who has enjoyed a fair amount of net practice, will accompany the team because of his dual utility -- he is a finisher in the middle-order and can replace anyone who gets injured in that slot.

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

West Indies cricketing legend Malcolm Marshall's final resting place in Barbados is a sorry sight, sparking concerns about his legacy.

EXPOSED! FIFA scandal stinks up the Caribbean

EXPOSED! FIFA scandal stinks up the Caribbean

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

'There is a Jack Warner or two in every Caribbean parliament today.'

PIX: Golden hat-trick for Crouser; Dutch win mixed relay

PIX: Golden hat-trick for Crouser; Dutch win mixed relay

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

American Ryan Crouser became the first man to "three-peat" in the Olympic shot put on Saturday.

'Woolmer would have taken Pak cricket to great heights'

'Woolmer would have taken Pak cricket to great heights'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Pakistan's highest Test run-getter and former captain, Younis Khan has said that had Bob Woolmer, the late national head coach, been alive the country's cricket would have reached great heights.

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Ishan Kishan alongwith a few others will check into the National Cricket Academy ahead of the Windies tour

How Kohli gets 'charged up' in challenging times...

How Kohli gets 'charged up' in challenging times...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

One of the fittest athletes in the world, Virat Kohli said focusing on his diet and body helped him immensely.

'Not a great selling product': Klaasen slams NYC pitch

'Not a great selling product': Klaasen slams NYC pitch

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

If you showcase this to world, it's not great selling product: Klaasen on New York pitch

What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Yuvraj Singh took the T20 World Cup trophy into top gear at the Miami Grand Prix circuit.

Mr and Mrs Jonas burning it up!

Mr and Mrs Jonas burning it up!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

The lovely couple is currently honeymooning on an exotic Caribbean island.

PICS: Caribbean beauties in hot bikinis!

PICS: Caribbean beauties in hot bikinis!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

The tiny Caribbean isle of Aruba was the setting for a unique swimwear fashion show earlier this month.

World's top tax havens

World's top tax havens

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

Switzerland and Caribbean islands? Sure. But Alaska and Nevada are getting in on the game.

Spotted: Jackie Shroff in Mumbai airport

Spotted: Jackie Shroff in Mumbai airport

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

Reader Nikhil Jain sends us a picture.

Gayle not in Windies squad, board to meet Jamaica PM

Gayle not in Windies squad, board to meet Jamaica PM

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

Former West Indies captain Chris Gayle has been left out of their preliminary squad for the limited overs series against Australia in the Caribbean as the Jamaican's row with the regional cricket board rumbles on.

A slice of India aboard a Caribbean cruise

A slice of India aboard a Caribbean cruise

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Lakshmi Somasundaram took a luxurious cruise in the Caribbean and shares her experience.

Indian heritage to unfold in Trinidad

Indian heritage to unfold in Trinidad

Rediff.com4 May 2006

The museum stands unique with its collections that include antiques like rare musical instruments, agricultural objects, cooking utensils, pieces of clothing, ancient photographs and historical books.

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Modi announced a USD 14-million grant for community development projects in the Caricom and another USD 150 million line of credit for solar, renewable energy and climate- change related projects, a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

Jamaica risk expulsion from world events after doping failings

Jamaica risk expulsion from world events after doping failings

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

Jamaica has reportedly been warned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) that it risked expulsion from major competitions if it failed to address failings pointed out by a former senior employee.

PIX: Rihanna's JAW-DROPPING bikini vacation

PIX: Rihanna's JAW-DROPPING bikini vacation

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Take a look at the Barbadian singing sensation's holiday album.

St Maarten: Indian accused of stealing diamonds

St Maarten: Indian accused of stealing diamonds

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

An Indian national has been accused of stealing and decamping with three fine diamonds worth lakhs of rupees in the world's smallest Island -- St Maarten -- located near Caribbean Islands.

20-20 World Cup winners to get invite to $5m ma

20-20 World Cup winners to get invite to $5m ma

Rediff.com24 Sep 2007

The winners of Monday's Twenty20 World Cup final between India and Pakistan will be invited to play in a $5 million match against the Stanford Super Team in the West Indies next year.

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

T20 World Cup: Finally, chance for bowlers to shine!

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The teams will not have the luxury of an Impact Player in the T20 World Cup.

India tour of West Indies could start in August

India tour of West Indies could start in August

Rediff.com1 May 2019

The BCCI wants the Indian players to have a break after the World Cup.

Women's WC: Buoyant India take on jittery England

Women's WC: Buoyant India take on jittery England

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

Buoyed by the comprehensive 105-run victory in their Group A opener against the West Indies, hosts India go with their tails up against jittery defending champions England in a crucial league game of the ICC Women's World Cup at the Brabourne Stadium on Sunday.

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2007

The West Indies have a chance to become the first host nation to win the World Cup.

Irma hits Florida with Category 4 force; millions evacuated

Irma hits Florida with Category 4 force; millions evacuated

Rediff.com10 Sep 2017

Around 1,20,000 Indian-Americans reside across Florida.

Trinidad PM visits her ancestral village in Bihar

Trinidad PM visits her ancestral village in Bihar

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Kamla Persad-Bissessar, whose ancestors migrated from Bihar to the Caribbean islands in the 19th century, visited the state's Bhelupur village on Wednesday afternoon.

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

New Zealand find themselves in the a difficult group with two-time champions West Indies and Afghanistan also vying for the the top two spots.

Stephanie ton helps Windies thrash SL

Stephanie ton helps Windies thrash SL

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

Stephanie Taylor cracked a brilliant century as West Indies crushed Sri Lanka by 209 runs in their second Group A fixture to resurrect their hopes of qualifying in Super Six in the ICC Women's World Cup in Mumbai.

Sammy dedicates World T20 triumph to West Indian fans

Sammy dedicates World T20 triumph to West Indian fans

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

West Indies Skipper Darren Sammy dedicated their World Twenty20 triumph to fans back home and said it is a step in the "right direction" and will usher in a new beginning for cricket in the Caribbean islands.

The World Cup That Cheers

The World Cup That Cheers

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from Kashmir to Kerala and Mizoram to Maharashtra, explains Shreekant Sambrani.

Jamaica honors Bolt with ambassadorship, highway

Jamaica honors Bolt with ambassadorship, highway

Rediff.com16 Sep 2009

Jamaica will grant diplomatic privileges to triple Olympic and world champion sprinter Usain Bolt and name a highway after him, Prime Minister Bruce Golding said on Tuesday.

IMAGES: Around the world in last 24 hours

IMAGES: Around the world in last 24 hours

Rediff.com20 Apr 2011

We bring you a presentation of some of the best photos from around the world in the last 24 hours.

Relief to Mehul Choksi as Dominica drops illegal entry charges against him

Relief to Mehul Choksi as Dominica drops illegal entry charges against him

Rediff.com22 May 2022

All the proceedings against Choksi of illegal entry into Dominica were dropped on May 20, the spokesperson said.

Speculations heat up as F1 champ Hamilton seen with Rihanna again

Speculations heat up as F1 champ Hamilton seen with Rihanna again

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has fueled speculation that he is in a romantic relationship with pop star Rihanna.

Ex players flay Dhoni over India's T20 debacle

Ex players flay Dhoni over India's T20 debacle

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Former players on Wednesday slammed the Indian cricket team for its humiliating exit from the Twenty20 World Cup, attributing the debacle to skipper MS Dhoni's poor tactics, IPL fatigue and the players' failure to cope with rising deliveries.

Dominican govt tells court to reject Choksi's petition

Dominican govt tells court to reject Choksi's petition

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The Government of Dominica has told a court there to reject the habeas corpus petition filed on behalf of businessman Mehul Choksi who had claimed that he was abducted and forcefully brought to the Caribbean island nation, local media reported. The high court of Dominica ordered that the businessman be produced in a magistrate court to answer charges of his illegal entry into the country and adjourned the hearing on the habeas corpus petition till Thursday, according to local media. Rejecting the submission of Choksi who is wanted in India in an alleged Rs 13,500 crore loan fraud case in Punjab National Bank, the prosecution said the habeas corpus petition does not stand as he had illegally entered the country and was subsequently detained.

Tambe retires, withdraws and retires yet again to play in CPL

Tambe retires, withdraws and retires yet again to play in CPL

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The BCCI will not stop veteran leg-spinner Pravin Tambe from playing for Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League as it has been confirmed that he has officially retired, albeit second time having withdrawn on the first occasion. The 48-year-old Tambe is set to become first Indian player to play in the CPL. As per BCCI rules, he is now eligible having announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

Dravid equals Gooch's record

Dravid equals Gooch's record

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006