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'Why do we need to talk about Kohli's future?'

'Why do we need to talk about Kohli's future?'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli smashed record-extending 52nd ODI to guide India to a 17-run win in the series opener, getting India off to a winning start in their three-match series.

SMAT: Shami stars for Bengal; Kerala stun holders Mumbai

SMAT: Shami stars for Bengal; Kerala stun holders Mumbai

Rediff.com5 days ago

Shami puts Bengal on top of points table with easy win vs Services

'Conspiracy Was To Destroy My Career'

'Conspiracy Was To Destroy My Career'

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Ernakulam Principal Sessions Judge Honey M Varghese acquitted Dileep of the offences charged against him in the case after the trial that lasted around eight years.

LaLiga: Mbappe magic ends Real Madrid's winless woes

LaLiga: Mbappe magic ends Real Madrid's winless woes

Rediff.com6 days ago

An inspired Kylian Mbappe scored two fabulous goals to guide Real Madrid to a commanding 3-0 win at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, ending their three-game winless streak in LaLiga.

Jaishankar urges BRICS to defend free trade amid tariff war

Jaishankar urges BRICS to defend free trade amid tariff war

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called on Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (BRICS) to defend the multilateral trading system amid increasing protectionism and tariff volatility during a meeting of the bloc's foreign ministers in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session.

Why India are desperate to win ODI series vs SA

Why India are desperate to win ODI series vs SA

Rediff.com4 days ago

There is a slight desperation to win ODI series after below par Test outing: Ten Doeschate

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mocked, misjudged, written off, Lando Norris's carves own road to F1 Glory

Greg Chappell: How England Can Make Bazball Work In Ashes

Greg Chappell: How England Can Make Bazball Work In Ashes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Greg Chappell said that while he admires positive cricket, a "full-frontal assault" approach is insult to the intelligence of the players and the public alike.

Raheel strike helps India down Korea in Azlan Shah opener

Raheel strike helps India down Korea in Azlan Shah opener

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

A solitary strike from Mohammed Raheel in the opening quarter saw a second-string Indian side defeat three-time champions South Korea 1-0 in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup.

Windies pacers restrict NZ with fiery spells on Day 1

Windies pacers restrict NZ with fiery spells on Day 1

Rediff.com7 days ago

West Indies pace puts New Zealand on the ropes in Christchurch

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Rediff.com1 days ago

The T20 WC champions will look to enter this phase with clarity of intent as they refine roles, streamline combinations and settle the XI that will carry the weight of expectations in front of home crowds.

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna Woke Up Weeks Into The Show

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna Woke Up Weeks Into The Show

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Gaurav Khanna may not have had the most inspiring journey like his predecessors, but he has clearly been one of the most well-behaved contestants and winners in Bigg Boss history. So kudos to that!'

SC asks EC to consider extending deadline for Kerala SIR drive

SC asks EC to consider extending deadline for Kerala SIR drive

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Supreme Court has requested the Election Commission to consider extending the deadline for submitting enumeration forms for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kerala, due to the ongoing local body elections.

Junior Hockey World Cup: India pump seven past Chile

Junior Hockey World Cup: India pump seven past Chile

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Rosan, Dilraj fashion India's thumping win over Chile in FIH Junior WC

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I don't think it is right to remove him over one lapse. The focus should be on restoring operations, not on removing a key management personnel.'

EPL: Manchester United stunned by 10-man Everton!

EPL: Manchester United stunned by 10-man Everton!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Everton enjoyed their first Premier League win at Manchester United for 12 years despite playing virtually the entire game with 10 men.

Trump show from start to finish at World Cup 2026 draw

Trump show from start to finish at World Cup 2026 draw

Rediff.com4 days ago

US President Donald Trump, who has campaigned aggressively this year for a Nobel Peace Prize, was given FIFA's inaugural peace prize for his efforts to promote dialogue and de-escalation in some of the world's biggest hotspots.

Vijay's 7-hour deliberate delay to reach venue caused stampede: TN in SC

Vijay's 7-hour deliberate delay to reach venue caused stampede: TN in SC

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Tamil Nadu government has informed the Supreme Court that the Karur stampede, which resulted in 41 deaths, was caused by the "reckless and uncoordinated actions" of the TVK party's organizers and workers. The government's affidavit alleges an intentional delay by party leader Vijay, contributing to the tragedy.

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday defended its media manager filming a meeting between match referee Andy Pycroft and team officials ahead of their Asia Cup game against the UAE, maintaining that the action was within ICC protocols.

Importers rush to hedge while exporters wait on sidelines amid rupee dip

Importers rush to hedge while exporters wait on sidelines amid rupee dip

Rediff.com4 days ago

Importers are rushing to hedge their dollar positions amid the sharp depreciation of the rupee against the American currency and expectations of further volatility even as exporters are holding off after suffering mark-to-market (MTM) losses on earlier hedges.

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Rediff.com2 days ago

Here's a look at some key moments which helped decide the championship fight.

India slip below Pakistan in WTC rankings after loss to SA

India slip below Pakistan in WTC rankings after loss to SA

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

India's chances of reaching the World Test Championship finals (WTC) took a major hit as they slipped to the fifth spot in standings following their embarrassing 0-2 series whitewash to South Africa at home.

Will Putin's India visit complicate US trade talks? Jaishankar answers

Will Putin's India visit complicate US trade talks? Jaishankar answers

Rediff.com3 days ago

On President Putin's two-day trip to India, Jaishankar said for a "big" and "rising" country like India, it is important to maintain good cooperation with as many important players as possible in the world in line with freedom of choice.

IPL 2026: Why RCB released Liam Livingstone

IPL 2026: Why RCB released Liam Livingstone

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Liam Livingstone struggled in IPL 2024 -- managing just 112 runs in eight innings at a strike rate of 133.33, with a lone half-century apart from taking only two wickets.

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Non-compatible with Western Civilization' is about as vague and jingoistic as it gets and Trump saying this gives full license to his acolytes to go full throttle on making life as difficult and scary as possible for as many non-white people as possible,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

India colts stun fancied Iran, seal AFC Asian Cup spot

India colts stun fancied Iran, seal AFC Asian Cup spot

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

India colts staged a remarkable comeback to stun overwhelming favourites Iran 2-1 in their last Group D qualifying game and seal a place in the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup, in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Why Surya wants to face Australia in T20 WC final

Why Surya wants to face Australia in T20 WC final

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Loss to Australia in 2023 WC still rankles Surya, wants to play them in next year's T20 showpiece final

Goa Gears Up for High-Octane Supercross Return After Long Break

Goa Gears Up for High-Octane Supercross Return After Long Break

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

With scrutiny and practice scheduled for November 29, the main races will unfold on November 30, promising a day of speed, skill and spectacle.

Gayatri-Treesa advance to second round of Syed Modi International

Gayatri-Treesa advance to second round of Syed Modi International

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand battled past Malaysia's Cheng Su Hui and Tan Zhing in a tough opening round match.

Defending champs Aus outclass NZ in World Cup opener

Defending champs Aus outclass NZ in World Cup opener

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Seasoned all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner's commanding century and disciplined effort from the bowlers helped defending champions Australia thrash trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand by 89 runs in their ICC Women's World Cup opening match in Indore on Wednesday.

'Gambhir best ever coach and human being'

'Gambhir best ever coach and human being'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Afghanistan keeper batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has no hesitation in admitting former KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir as the "best coach" that he has played under.

Lebanon hand India's first defeat in Asian Cup U-17 qualifiers

Lebanon hand India's first defeat in Asian Cup U-17 qualifiers

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Despite suffering their first defeat in the qualifiers, India are still in contention. The meet group leaders Iran in a do-or-die match on Sunday. Victory in that match will secure India's passage to the AFC Asian Cup for the 10th time in history.

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

Rediff.com7 days ago

A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit Sharma paved the way for India's victory in the series-opener in Ranchi.

India suffer narrow defeat to Belgium in Azlan Shah hockey

India suffer narrow defeat to Belgium in Azlan Shah hockey

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

A determined India fought bravely but lost to Belgium 2-3 in a rain-affected Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey match.

Fresh rape complaint against absconding Kerala Cong MLA Mamkootathil

Fresh rape complaint against absconding Kerala Cong MLA Mamkootathil

Rediff.com7 days ago

In the fresh complaint, the woman allegedly stated that Mamkootathil had grievously exploited, assaulted, and emotionally abused her under "the false promise of marriage."

Europa League: Lyon got top; Forest maintain fine form

Europa League: Lyon got top; Forest maintain fine form

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Lyon thump Maccabi Tel Aviv to go top, Forest keep on winning

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

Rediff.com7 days ago

Debutants, heat and distance shape mood ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Rediff.com6 days ago

The government on Wednesday withdrew the order mandating pre-installation of cyber security app Sanchar Saathi on smartphones by manufacturers.

WPL Season 4 schedule: MI meet RCB in opener

WPL Season 4 schedule: MI meet RCB in opener

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

In a first for the tournament, the WPL final will not be played over the weekend, but on Thursday, February, probably to avoid a clash with the men's T20 World Cup, which begins the same week in India and Sri Lanka.

FBI offers $50,000 reward for Indian who killed woman, son

FBI offers $50,000 reward for Indian who killed woman, son

Rediff.com6 days ago

The FBI is offering a reward for information about an Indian national wanted in connection with the 2017 murder of an Indian woman and her son in New Jersey. US authorities are urging India to extradite the suspect, Nazeer Hameed.