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Bayern, Dortmund Draw 2-2 in Klassiker; Milan secure derby win

Bayern, Dortmund Draw 2-2 in Klassiker; Milan secure derby win

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Klassiker, with Fabio Silva snatching a late equaliser for Dortmund. Meanwhile, AC Milan secured a dominant 3-1 derby victory over Inter Milan in Serie A, and AS Roma thrashed Udinese 5-2.

Jensi Kanabar's Inspiring Journey From Junagadh To WTA Chennai Open

Jensi Kanabar's Inspiring Journey From Junagadh To WTA Chennai Open

Rediff.com4 days ago

14-year-old Jensi Kanabar, a wildcard entry, made a significant impact at the WTA 250 Chennai Open, pushing a higher-ranked opponent to three sets. Her inspiring journey is largely due to the unwavering dedication of her father, Dipakbhai Kanabar, who sacrificed his career to support her tennis dreams, building a network of support and even arranging practice facilities. Her achievements have been recognised in her hometown, with a tennis court named in her honour.

Bevon Jacobs: IPL stint with Mumbai Indians was 'huge' for learning

Bevon Jacobs: IPL stint with Mumbai Indians was 'huge' for learning

Rediff.com7 days ago

New Zealand batter Bevon Jacobs reflected on his invaluable experience with Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League, highlighting how it helped him learn in different conditions and expressed his keenness to return to the tournament, believing such leagues add 'different strings to their game'.

Nitish Reddy's all-round heroics key to India's T20I series lead

Nitish Reddy's all-round heroics key to India's T20I series lead

Rediff.com26 Oct 2026

Nitish Kumar Reddy's crucial late burst with the bat and an important wicket with the ball helped India secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand, moving them 2-0 ahead in the five-match T20I series and strengthening his credentials as a pace-bowling all-rounder.

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Be Protected at All Costs

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Be Protected at All Costs

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Former England all-rounder Samit Patel has called for patience and support for Indian teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his immense talent and the need for Indian cricket to nurture him without undue pressure.

Pankaj Advani wins 21st World Billiards crown

Pankaj Advani wins 21st World Billiards crown

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

India's cue sports icon Pankaj Advani has secured his 21st World Billiards Championship title, triumphing over England's Robert Hall with a score of 1906-1206 in Great Wyrley, England.

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Six Indians Advance To Final Rounds At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra holds a one-shot lead at the DP World India Championship after the second round, with six Indian golfers successfully making the cut. Om Prakash Chouhan is the best-placed Indian, while Yuvraj Sandhu made a remarkable comeback. Several major champions also qualified, but some prominent Indian names missed the cut, leaving a tightly packed leaderboard.

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Ningbo Open in China due to a thigh injury, effectively ending her chances of qualifying for the season-ending WTA Finals.

Phatlum Dominates Hero Women's Indian Open, Vani Kapoor Finishes Strong Second

Phatlum Dominates Hero Women's Indian Open, Vani Kapoor Finishes Strong Second

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

Thailand's Pornanong Phatlum secured her fourth Hero Women's Indian Open title, conquering the Gary Player Course with an impressive 11-under 277. India's Vani Kapoor put up a strong fight, finishing second, marking her best Ladies European Tour result. Defending champion Shannon Tan finished third, while other Indian golfers also made it to the top 10.

Key Wrestlers Opt Out Of World Championships, Sujeet Kalkal Leads India

Key Wrestlers Opt Out Of World Championships, Sujeet Kalkal Leads India

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Asian Games medallists Aman Sehrawat and Antim Panghal have withdrawn from the World Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan. Sujeet Kalkal, an Asian Games gold medallist, will lead the Indian contingent. The article also details the full Indian squads across men's freestyle, women's freestyle, and Greco-Roman categories, alongside a controversy regarding a selection bout.

Elena Rybakina reigns supreme in Ningbo, claims first title as World No. 1

Elena Rybakina reigns supreme in Ningbo, claims first title as World No. 1

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

Elena Rybakina crushed Leylah Fernandez 6-2, 6-2 to retain the Ningbo Open crown, claim her first title as world number one and strengthen her year-end ranking bid.

Manchester City seek to extend winning run as financial case clouds Premier League race

Manchester City seek to extend winning run as financial case clouds Premier League race

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Manchester City aim to extend their perfect Premier League start against Ipswich as financial uncertainty clouds their title charge, while Arsenal chase, Liverpool seek revival and United battle struggles.

Ranji Trophy round 2: Vidarbha edge past Jammu and Kashmir; Uttar Pradesh, Baroda win

Ranji Trophy round 2: Vidarbha edge past Jammu and Kashmir; Uttar Pradesh, Baroda win

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Baroda, Vidarbha, and Uttar Pradesh registered significant victories in the second round of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C on Tuesday. Baroda secured a dominant 10-wicket win over Bihar, Vidarbha clinched a thrilling three-wicket victory against defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh defeated Goa by 68 runs.

'Feels unreal': Ashmita Chaliha stuns World No 2 Yamaguchi

'Feels unreal': Ashmita Chaliha stuns World No 2 Yamaguchi

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Indian shuttler Ashmita Chaliha secured a significant victory over world No. 2 Akane Yamaguchi at the Badminton French Open 2026, advancing to the quarter-finals. Chaliha described the win as a major confidence boost after a challenging period, attributing her success to learning from their previous encounter and maintaining focus.

Redemption And LA28 Quotas: India's Shooters Face Crucial World Championship

Redemption And LA28 Quotas: India's Shooters Face Crucial World Championship

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's top shooters are set to compete in the ISSF World Championship in Doha, aiming to overcome their recent Asian Games disappointment and secure crucial qualification spots for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The championship offers 36 quota places, making it a vital event for India's Olympic aspirations and a test for its high-performance coaching programme.

Medvedev claims fourth title of 2026, keeps ATP Finals qualification in sight

Medvedev claims fourth title of 2026, keeps ATP Finals qualification in sight

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

Daniil Medvedev fought back to defeat Nikoloz Basilashvili in three sets, defend his Almaty Open title, claim his fourth trophy of 2026 and boost ATP Finals qualification hopes.

Megha Sheokand Joins Prachi Tokas In Securing Medals At World U-19 Boxing Championships

Megha Sheokand Joins Prachi Tokas In Securing Medals At World U-19 Boxing Championships

Rediff.com23 Oct 2026

Megha Sheokand has secured India's second medal at the World Boxing U-19 Championships by reaching the semifinals in the women's 80kg category. This follows Prachi Tokas, who secured the first medal in the 57kg category. Other Indian boxers, Himanshi and Anshika, exited in the pre-quarterfinals.

Nitesh Kumar, Thulasimathi Murugesan Secure Asian Para Games Medal

Nitesh Kumar, Thulasimathi Murugesan Secure Asian Para Games Medal

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

The Indian mixed doubles badminton pair of Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan secured a medal at the Asian Para Games by topping their SL3-SU5 Group B with an unbeaten record, advancing to the semifinals. Nitesh Kumar also won his men's singles SL3 match, and Ruthick Ragupathi won his men's singles SU5 match.

New Leadership For Delhi Golf Club

New Leadership For Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former national golf champion Amandeep Johl has been elected captain of the Delhi Golf Club. He will lead a new committee featuring accomplished sportspersons and experienced administrators, aiming to combine sporting expertise with sound governance to nurture future golf champions.

Carrick confident Man Utd will bounce back despite poor start

Carrick confident Man Utd will bounce back despite poor start

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has acknowledged his side's disappointing start to the Premier League season but expressed confidence that they will overcome this difficult period, especially as they prepare for a crucial Champions League fixture against Atletico Madrid.

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

How Khelo India Is Shaping Future Shooting Champions

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Veteran skeet shooter Mairaj Ahmad Khan expresses strong optimism about the future of Indian shooting, attributing the potential rise to government-backed initiatives like Khelo India. He is preparing for his third Asian Games appearance and believes India will have the best team across all shooting disciplines in the next four years, thanks to enhanced grassroots development and support systems.

'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed'

'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian men's hockey team goalkeeper Suraj Karkera commented on Pakistan's withdrawal from the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) Punjab 2026. While acknowledging that fans will miss the intense rivalry, Karkera stated the Indian team remains focused on performing their best. Bangladesh has replaced Pakistan in the tournament, where India, fresh off their Asian Games gold, will enter as top-ranked contenders.

Indian Para Badminton Coach Alleges Conspiracy Amidst Social Media Post Row

Indian Para Badminton Coach Alleges Conspiracy Amidst Social Media Post Row

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian para badminton coach Gaurav Khanna has responded to allegations of deflating player morale at the Asian Para Games. He claims his controversial social media post, which predicted medal counts, was due to his account being hacked. Khanna further alleges that the accusations are a "misleading public narrative" designed to discredit him for raising "documented irregularities" in player selection, including the omission of deserving players and the inclusion of a banned athlete.

Diamond League: Jefferson-Wooden beats Olympic champion Alfred to win women's 100m

Diamond League: Jefferson-Wooden beats Olympic champion Alfred to win women's 100m

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

World champion Melissa Jefferson-Wooden defeated Olympic gold medallist Julien Alfred in the women's 100 metres, while Oblique Seville secured victory in the men's sprint at the Silesia Diamond League.

Anahat Singh Enters Second Round Of Silicon Valley Open

Anahat Singh Enters Second Round Of Silicon Valley Open

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Indian squash player Anahat Singh has advanced to the second round of the Silicon Valley Open squash championship in Redwood City, USA, after defeating Egypt's Nour Aboulmakarim.

India To Clash Against Pakistan In Asia Cup Rising Stars On Nov 22

India To Clash Against Pakistan In Asia Cup Rising Stars On Nov 22

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

India A will face Pakistan A on November 22 in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 50-over tournament, scheduled to take place in Doha from November 19.

India's Lalit Falls Short In World Championships Bronze Bout

India's Lalit Falls Short In World Championships Bronze Bout

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

Indian Greco-Roman wrestler Lalit failed to secure a bronze medal at the World Championships in Astana, losing by technical superiority to Kazakhstan's Iskhar Kurbayev. Three other Indian wrestlers, including Asian Games silver medallist Nitesh Siwach, also exited early from the competition.

Rayo Racing's Krish Gupta Wins Maiden National Karting Title

Rayo Racing's Krish Gupta Wins Maiden National Karting Title

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Krish Gupta of Rayo Racing secured his first National Rotax Karting title in the Senior Category of the FMSCI National Karting Championship in Bengaluru. Despite a challenging start, Gupta showcased remarkable recovery and consistent performance, culminating in a third-place finish in the final race, which was enough to clinch the overall championship. His victory also earns him a spot to represent India at the Rotax World Finals in Portugal.

Top Kabaddi Stars To Go Under The Hammer At KCL Season 2 Auction

Top Kabaddi Stars To Go Under The Hammer At KCL Season 2 Auction

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) Season 2 auction is set to take place on Saturday in New Delhi, featuring over 300 players and a total player purse of Rs 5 crore. Prominent players like Naveen Goyat, Sunil Malik, and Ayan Lochab, along with other Asian Games squad members, are expected to be key attractions for the 10 franchises, including new additions Kurukshetra Knights and Jhajjar Jaguars.

Atiqa Mir's big break: Joins team that shaped F1 stars

Atiqa Mir's big break: Joins team that shaped F1 stars

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir, 11, has signed with Kart Republic (KR), a prestigious team led by Dino Chiesa, known for nurturing Formula 1 champions like Lewis Hamilton. This move provides Mir a significant platform to advance her career in the OKJ category, with Chiesa praising her raw speed and potential to achieve great things for India.

Sheetal Devi, Swati Chaudhary Secure Finals Berths At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi, Swati Chaudhary Secure Finals Berths At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Defending champion Sheetal Devi and debutant Swati Chaudhary have secured at least two medals for India at the Asian Para Games by reaching the finals of their respective para archery events on Tuesday. Sheetal Devi will compete in the women's compound final, while Swati Chaudhary will vie for gold in the women's W1 final. India's mixed teams also advanced to the semifinals.

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Barcelona extend LaLiga lead with emphatic 5-2 victory against 10-man Real Betis

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Barcelona continued their formidable LaLiga campaign with a commanding triumph over Real Betis with Lamine Yamal delivering another standout performance.

Sabalenka's slump shows no signs of easing as Li scripts Wuhan shock

Sabalenka's slump shows no signs of easing as Li scripts Wuhan shock

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Aryna Sabalenka's Wuhan Open campaign ended in a shock defeat to Ann Li, extending her title drought, while second seed Jessica Pegula also crashed out after Ostapenko's comeback victory.

Tommy Fleetwood Faces Heightened Expectations At Delhi Golf Club

Tommy Fleetwood Faces Heightened Expectations At Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Defending champion Tommy Fleetwood is back at the Delhi Golf Club for the DP World India Championship. He acknowledges that managing his own "heightened expectations" will be his biggest challenge, drawing on positive memories from last year's win while also noting the tougher rough this year.

Swiatek left in tears as Chwalinska completes stunning Wuhan semifinal upset

Swiatek left in tears as Chwalinska completes stunning Wuhan semifinal upset

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Iga Swiatek's left-leg injury paved the way for Maja Chwalinska's stunning Wuhan upset, while Sonay Kartal defeated error-prone Jelena Ostapenko to reach her maiden WTA 1000 final.

Mbappe crosses a cultural red line as Mao meme sparks China controversy

Mbappe crosses a cultural red line as Mao meme sparks China controversy

Rediff.com28 Oct 2026

Kylian Mbappe apologised to China after a Mao Zedong meme sparked backlash and commercial fallout, contrasting with his previous outspoken stance against extremism, racism and police violence.

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Daniil Medvedev defeated Tommy Paul 6-3 1-6 6-3 to reach the Shanghai Masters semi-finals, while Rafael Jodar made history by becoming the youngest semi-finalist after beating Casper Ruud 4-6 6-4 6-3. Medvedev will face Jodar next, with Alexander Zverev and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina contesting the other semi-final.

Asian Para Games: Thulasimathi-Nitesh Enter SL3-SU5 Badminton Mixed Doubles Final

Asian Para Games: Thulasimathi-Nitesh Enter SL3-SU5 Badminton Mixed Doubles Final

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

Thulasimathi Murugesan and Nitesh Kumar secured a spot in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 final at the Asian Para Games after defeating China's Li Mingpan and Xiao Zuxian.

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.

Sheetal Devi-Toman Kumar Win Archery Compound Gold At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi-Toman Kumar Win Archery Compound Gold At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

Indian para-archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured a gold medal in the compound mixed team event at the Asian Para Games.