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Herath spins Sri Lanka to massive win over Windies

Herath spins Sri Lanka to massive win over Windies

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

Herath added three wickets to his previous day's removal of opener Kraigg Brathwaite (34) after taking six wickets in the first innings. He finished with match figures of 10-147.

'No one in Washington wants to see another war, or near-war, between India and Pakistan'

'No one in Washington wants to see another war, or near-war, between India and Pakistan'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

'While US officials understand and accept India's desire for retaliation, they still don't want to encourage steps that would likely lead to war.'

Williamson ton leads Kiwis to unlikely victory over Bangladesh

Williamson ton leads Kiwis to unlikely victory over Bangladesh

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Kane Williamson seized New Zealand's run chase by the scruff of the neck to lead his side to an improbable seven-wicket victory against Bangladesh on the final day of the first Test at the Basin Reserve on Monday.

Pakistan roll out spin trap for New Zealand Test series

Pakistan roll out spin trap for New Zealand Test series

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

The leaden-footed Australians found themselves bamboozled by Pakistan's wily spinners and their trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand can expect similar treatment from Misbah-ul-Haq and his men in a three-Test series starting in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.

Om Puri: A career in 30 pictures

Om Puri: A career in 30 pictures

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

Here's looking at Om Puri's career graph, through these pictures from his films.

We are learning, not surrendering, says UAE captain

We are learning, not surrendering, says UAE captain

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

UAE captain Mohammad Tauqir has dismissed questions his side had done damage to their reputation by refusing to meaningfully chase targets.

Why sub-continent bowlers will struggle in Australia during World Cup

Why sub-continent bowlers will struggle in Australia during World Cup

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Having represented Pakistan in five cricket World Cup campaigns, legendary pacer Wasim Akram feels that it will be a challenge for sub-continent bowlers to perform in this edition of the 50-over showpiece event in Australian and New Zealand.

Meet Dev Patel's onscreen wife

Meet Dev Patel's onscreen wife

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

'Dev Patel and I hung out together to get to know one another. It's very important to understand your co-star before you begin a project.' Devika Bhise gets ready for The Man Who Knew Infinity.

Test vice-captain Rahane not insecure about place in ODIs

Test vice-captain Rahane not insecure about place in ODIs

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

'The moment you are representing your country, you are supposed to do whatever you are assigned. When I was carrying drinks during the Champions Trophy, I had no ego issues. That's how I am as a person' 'The biggest lesson of life for me is to keep things simple'

World's best universities: No Indian university in Top 200

World's best universities: No Indian university in Top 200

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

The Times Higher Education World University rankings lists the top 800 universities in the world.

South Africa keen to start off well against India's T20 hopefuls in warm-up tie

South Africa keen to start off well against India's T20 hopefuls in warm-up tie

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

For the visitors, the game against the Mandeep Singh-led India 'A' side will be more about getting into the match simulation mode before they get going against Mahendra Singh Dhoni's team in the opening T20 International at Dharamsala on October 2.

Why Politics is out of reach for the Aam Aadmi

Why Politics is out of reach for the Aam Aadmi

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

'Deep pockets have become a prerequisite for contesting elections on a major party symbol in most states.' 'Given the premium parties place on self-financing candidates, once you have accounted for the suspected criminals, dynasts, industrialists, and celebrities, there is not much room for anyone else.'

New Zealand's Ryder one step closer to international recall

New Zealand's Ryder one step closer to international recall

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

New Zealand batsman Jesse Ryder moved a step closer to resurrecting his international career on Friday when he was named in the New Zealand 'A' side for a three-day match against West Indies later this month.

How much do you know about World Cup batting records?

How much do you know about World Cup batting records?

Rediff.com29 May 2019

In a three part series, Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers from cricket World Cups held between 1975 to 2015.

'It is difficult to produce seam bowling all-rounders in Indian conditions'

'It is difficult to produce seam bowling all-rounders in Indian conditions'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

Jacques Kallis feels that conditions in the sub-continent is "not conducive" for producing seam bowling all-rounders, something that the Indian cricket team has lacked for some years now.

Gayle rules out retirement, plans World T20 assault

Gayle rules out retirement, plans World T20 assault

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

Chris Gayle intends to keep playing international cricket with his eyes on the 2016 World Twenty20 but admitted his back injury will sideline him from next month's Test series against England.

De Villiers' 99 helps South Africa cruise into World Cup quarters

De Villiers' 99 helps South Africa cruise into World Cup quarters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

South Africa's bowlers backed up a solid batting performance led by captain AB de Villiers' 99 to ensure they qualified for the knockout phase of the World Cup with a 146-run victory over United Arab Emirates.

The absolutely bizarre photo album

The absolutely bizarre photo album

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

Here are 10 photographs that prove that it's a mad, mad, mad, mad world out there!

'Unlike 2014, RSS won't involve itself in 2019 elections'

'Unlike 2014, RSS won't involve itself in 2019 elections'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

'Only on two occasions has the RSS thrown itself completely on the side of the BJP.' 'In 1977 in the wake of the Emergency. And in 2014 with Modi.' 'Now, I've been told that this is not going to happen in 2019.'

'Risk of India-Pak military confrontation has increased'

'Risk of India-Pak military confrontation has increased'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

'The general perspective -- certainly on Capitol Hill and Congress -- the love for India, the positive feeling for India still focuses on India as a democracy.' 'The more that Indian democracy and its pluralistic features is called into question by Indians, the more that same debate will replay back here.'

Sangakkara gives Sri Lanka advantage in second Test

Sangakkara gives Sri Lanka advantage in second Test

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Kumar Sangakkara completely changed the complexion of the second Test against New Zealand with an outstanding double century as the visitors finished the second day with a 113-run lead.

Apple readies HealthKit rollout

Apple readies HealthKit rollout

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Apple has not divulged much specific detail on HealthKit, which is expected to be incorporated into the iPhone 6 come September.

Guptill misses ODI record as Kiwis thrash sorry Sri Lanka

Guptill misses ODI record as Kiwis thrash sorry Sri Lanka

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

Martin Guptill flirted with a world record then had to settle for a New Zealand one as he demolished Sri Lanka's bowling to guide his side to a comprehensive 10-wicket victory in the second One-Day International in Christchurch on Monday.

Watch out for Modi's robust engagement with China

Watch out for Modi's robust engagement with China

Rediff.com11 May 2015

'Building on the potential for closer ties is the changing narrative in each country about the other. The Chinese narrative on India has become significantly more positive over the past few years,' says Walter Andersen and Zhong Zhenming.

2nd Test: South Africa clinch eight-wicket victory

2nd Test: South Africa clinch eight-wicket victory

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

Keshav Maharaj took career best figures of 6-40 as South Africa romped to an eight-wicket victory over New Zealand on the extended third day of the second Test on Saturday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Pakistan show how dangerous they can be

Pakistan show how dangerous they can be

Rediff.com7 Mar 2015

Pakistan made a winning return on Saturday to the venue where they defeated New Zealand in their 1992 cricket World Cup semi-final.

World Cup Blog: Hogg senses Australia will miss final

World Cup Blog: Hogg senses Australia will miss final

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

Appointment of chief economic adviser hits Modi hurdle

Appointment of chief economic adviser hits Modi hurdle

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

Arvind Subramanian, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, was informally recommended to the post by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.

10 Top quotes from the 2015 World Cup

10 Top quotes from the 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

From players and coaches to legends and fans; let's hear them out!

Forget Australia and SA, here are World Cup's genuine dark horses

Forget Australia and SA, here are World Cup's genuine dark horses

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

New Zealand are looming as the popular dark horses for the cricket World Cup.

Chandrayan helps NASA detect water on Moon

Chandrayan helps NASA detect water on Moon

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Using data collected by India's Chandrayan mission, NASA has detected magmatic water locked under the surface of the Moon.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Manchester City can pile the pressure on Premier League leaders Chelsea for the first time this season.

He taught me to be informed, unafraid: Slain B'desh blogger's stepdaughter

He taught me to be informed, unafraid: Slain B'desh blogger's stepdaughter

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

In the piece below, Roy's stepdaughter Trisha Ahmed, a second-year student at Johns Hopkins University, recounts the father she remembers and the attack she's trying to forget.

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

'Dhoni is not innovative and proactive enough in Test matches'

'Dhoni is not innovative and proactive enough in Test matches'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2014

Legendary West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding feels Mahendra Singh Dhoni is not "innovative and proactive enough as captain, especially in Tests" although India would remain a strong contender to retain their World Cup title in Australia next year.

Steyn, du Plessis set up convincing win over Australia

Steyn, du Plessis set up convincing win over Australia

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

A superb spell of reverse-swing bowling from Dale Steyn and another fluent innings from Faf du Plessis helped South Africa cruise to a six-wicket victory over Australia in the final of the triangular series at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

Indian-American gets $1.4 million grant for stem cell research

Indian-American gets $1.4 million grant for stem cell research

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Dr Prashanth Rangan was among the 22 outstanding early-career researchers who were named Pew Scholars in the Biomedical Sciences. Rediff.com's George Joseph reports

2nd Test: Zimbabwe record historic 24-run win over Pakistan

2nd Test: Zimbabwe record historic 24-run win over Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Sep 2013

Zimbabwe completed only their 11th Test victory with a dramatic 24-run win over Pakistan at Harare Sports club on Saturday to draw the series 1-1.

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

International education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international course and college.

PHOTOS: New Zealand brush aside Afghanistan to stay unbeaten

PHOTOS: New Zealand brush aside Afghanistan to stay unbeaten

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

Photos of the World Cup Pool A game between Afghanistan and New Zealand being played in Napier