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Rickelton, Bavuma score tons as SA dominate vsPak

Rickelton, Bavuma score tons as SA dominate vsPak

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Ryan Rickelton struck a career-best unbeaten 176 and his captain Temba Bavuma scored 106 as South Africa pummelled Pakistan's seamers at Newlands to finish the first day of the second and final Test on 316 for four on Friday.

Sai Sudharsan's smart power lifts GT to No1

Sai Sudharsan's smart power lifts GT to No1

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Sudharsan made 11 off 11 balls before cutting loose in the six powerplay overs, at the end of which he was on 39 off 22.

IPL PIX: Bumrah takes 4 as MI demolish LSG

IPL PIX: Bumrah takes 4 as MI demolish LSG

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Jasprit Bumrah took four wickets as a rampaging Mumbai Indians demolished Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs.

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Former India spinner and Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh has called young batter Priyansh Arya "one of the country's most talented players right now" and said his ability to score briskly through proper cricketing shots sets him apart.

Boult-Bumrah Blitz Blows Rajasthan Royals Away

Boult-Bumrah Blitz Blows Rajasthan Royals Away

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The two pacers have played a crucial role in MI's winning run of six matches in a row, having picked up 17 wickets between them in the last three games.

Why was Riyan Parag Forced to Change Bat Mid-Match?

Why was Riyan Parag Forced to Change Bat Mid-Match?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

When the umpires conducted the routine check on Parag's bat, it was found to be non-compliant. As a result, he was asked to switch to a different bat before resuming his innings.

'Rohit should not play as captain if he misses first Test': Gavaskar

'Rohit should not play as captain if he misses first Test': Gavaskar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Sunil Gavaskar said if India captain Rohit Sharma misses the first Test against Australia, then Jasprit Bumrah should lead the side for the entire five-match series.

Zverev, Sabalenka open with easy wins at Madrid Open

Zverev, Sabalenka open with easy wins at Madrid Open

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Zverev cruised past home favorite Roberto Bautista Agut 6-2, 6-2, while Sabalenka triumphed over qualifier Anna Blinkova 6-3, 6-4.

Dayal Denies Dhoni Again!

Dayal Denies Dhoni Again!

Rediff.com4 May 2025

The young left-arm pacer held his nerve in a tense finish to bowl RCB to a narrow two-run victory in a high-scoring game.

IPL PIX: Dominant Gujarat Titans hand SRH a thrashing!

IPL PIX: Dominant Gujarat Titans hand SRH a thrashing!

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Gujarat Titans roared back to winning ways with a 38-run mauling of Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Prep and patience pays for young Vidarbha centurion Malewar

Prep and patience pays for young Vidarbha centurion Malewar

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

'I had prepared myself for this. I was getting dismissed (after half-centuries) so my plan was to play as much as I can with the straight bat and keep it simple after reaching fifty.'

Sudirman Cup: India suffer crushing defeat vs Denmark

Sudirman Cup: India suffer crushing defeat vs Denmark

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

India's lack of bench strength was exposed as they suffered a crushing 1-4 defeat against Denmark in their opening Group D match at the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals.

Patience, power, stamina: The virtues for the ODI challenge

Patience, power, stamina: The virtues for the ODI challenge

Rediff.com6 May 2025

For Kohli, ODIs still hold space for that classic contest -- bat vs ball, power vs restraint -- and crucially, character vs pressure.

Six Catches, Nine Drops!

Six Catches, Nine Drops!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

While CSK dropped as many as five catches, a couple of them sitters, Punjab were not too far behind as they floored four chances.

All England: India's challenge ends, Lakshya falls in quarters

All England: India's challenge ends, Lakshya falls in quarters

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Later, India's challenge came to a crashing halt after the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand lost their quarterfinals.

PIX: Alcaraz eases into fourth round; Gauff, Keys advance

PIX: Alcaraz eases into fourth round; Gauff, Keys advance

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Carlos Alcaraz kept his Indian Wells 'three-peat' campaign on track with a straight sets win against Canadian Denis Shapovalov in the third round.

We're not done yet: Sachin after 3rd Masters crown

We're not done yet: Sachin after 3rd Masters crown

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Legendary Indian batter Sachin Tendulkar attributes the India Masters' third consecutive title win in the International Masters League to excellent teamwork and meticulous planning.

Qatar Open: Ostapenko dumps Swiatek; sets up Anisimova final

Qatar Open: Ostapenko dumps Swiatek; sets up Anisimova final

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Three-times defending champion Iga Swiatek was bundled out of the Qatar Open by Latvian Jelena Ostapenko, who beat the Polish second seed 6-3, 6-1 in the semi-finals on Friday to set up a final showdown with American Amanda Anisimova.

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

It was raining sixes and fours at the Eden Gardens before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was called off due heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India had better be prepared. Munir could be back at our throats soon, even within the next 12 months, warns Shekhar Gupta.

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Nilakshika Silva's blistering 33-ball 56 powered Sri Lanka to a thrilling three-wicket victory over India in the women's Tri-series, ending a seven-year losing streak against their rivals.

Why Vishal Dadlani Quit Indian Idol

Why Vishal Dadlani Quit Indian Idol

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

'That's all from me, folks!'

KKR Vs RR: VOTE! Whose Catch Was Better?

KKR Vs RR: VOTE! Whose Catch Was Better?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Whose Catch Was Better? De Kock's Or Russell's? Vote!

PIX: Calm Buttler guides Gujarat to last over win over DC

PIX: Calm Buttler guides Gujarat to last over win over DC

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals in Ahmedabad on Saturday

Rohit's IPL 2025 Slump: Can He Bounce Back?

Rohit's IPL 2025 Slump: Can He Bounce Back?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma's poor run in IPL 2025 has become a major talking point among fans and experts.

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

The defeat mirrored Chennai's previous two matches, where they also scored less than eight runs per over in the powerplay.

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Kohli's Special Gift For KP's Son

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli presented Kevin Pietersen's son Dylan with an autographed India blue jersey.

Teen sensation Fonseca shines in Indian Wells debut

Teen sensation Fonseca shines in Indian Wells debut

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Fonseca cruised through the first set before Fearnley found his groove in the second to level the match on a windy day in the California desert.

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Review: Mission Accomplished

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Review: Mission Accomplished

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The Final Reckoning, with all its startling ambition and scope, puts a dazzling display of stunt-work by Tom Cruise, applauds Mayur Sanap.

Hazlewood's advice for RCB's misfiring batters...

Hazlewood's advice for RCB's misfiring batters...

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Josh Hazlewood says the lack of a strong powerplay segment added to RCB's woes in the IPL match against Punjab Kings in Bengaluru on Friday.

How LeBron James 'helped' Andreeva to Indian Wells win

How LeBron James 'helped' Andreeva to Indian Wells win

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The Russian teenager credited one of LeBron James' past interviews where he talked about the importance of mental strength for inspiring her to victory at Indian Wells on Sunday.

PIX: Mensik stands in way of Djokovic's 100th title

PIX: Mensik stands in way of Djokovic's 100th title

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a 100th career singles title after breezing past Grigor Dimitrov 6-2, 6-3 on Friday to reach the Miami Open final, where he will face either third seed Taylor Fritz or rising Czech Jakub Mensik.

Messi says he won't play for Argentina at Paris Olympics

Messi says he won't play for Argentina at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Lionel Messi said he will not be part of Argentina's squad for the Paris Olympics.

IPL PIX: Rohit, Boult dazzle as MI bury hapless SRH

IPL PIX: Rohit, Boult dazzle as MI bury hapless SRH

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Rohit Sharma fires again as Mumbai Indians pulverise hapless Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets.

'Shami is very close to his best'

'Shami is very close to his best'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

"Actually, he can surprise you with his pace. Just the other day in the nets, he hit me straight in the back. So, yeah, all of these things make him a very good bowler to play against.

IWL: Bala, Murmu dominate as Sribhumi crush Nita FA

IWL: Bala, Murmu dominate as Sribhumi crush Nita FA

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Sribhumi FC secured their first win in three games with a 4-2 victory over Nita Football Academy in their Indian Women's League (IWL) match.

IPL PIX: Delhi Capitals choke as MI pull off stunning heist

IPL PIX: Delhi Capitals choke as MI pull off stunning heist

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals snatched defeat from the jaws of victory as Mumbai Indians pulled off a stunning 12-run comeback win in a thrilling IPL 2025 match.

'Man City don't deserve any perks, not even a watch!'

'Man City don't deserve any perks, not even a watch!'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Manchester City's players and staff do not deserve any performance bonuses that may come their way from this year's Club World Cup, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday.

How many games could Mbappe miss after seeing red?

How many games could Mbappe miss after seeing red?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Real were left with 10 men before halftime when Mbappe saw a straight red after taking down Alaves midfielder Antonio Blanco as the referee overturned his initial decision of booking him with a yellow after consulting with VAR.