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Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Legendary cricketer Ian Chappell's insightful writings, critical reviews and anecdotes from his playing days will be missed. The Australian icon brought the curtain down on his more than five-decade-long journalistic career, penning his last piece on Sunday.

What Was Kohli Trying To Do?!

What Was Kohli Trying To Do?!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli imitates Cameron Bancroft's infamous sandpaper gate incident.

Australia in crisis; Starc, Cummins, Hazlewood out of Champions Trophy

Australia in crisis; Starc, Cummins, Hazlewood out of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Starc's withdrawal comes after pace stalwarts Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood were ruled out due to injuries.

From U19 Prodigy To GOAT!

From U19 Prodigy To GOAT!

Rediff.com12 May 2025

From the lad with spiked hair lifting the U19 World Cup to the statesman in whites scoring one final ton -- Virat Kohli's journey is one of relentless ambition, transformation, and enduring legacy.

Smith, Zampa return home; several Aus players to leave after third T20I

Smith, Zampa return home; several Aus players to leave after third T20I

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Almost half of the Australian team currently playing in the T20 International series in India will return home after the third match in Guwahati.

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Manchester City gave Kevin De Bruyne a victory in his final appearance at Etihad Stadium, as Omar Marmoush scored a stunner in a 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth on Tuesday that saw them climb to third in the table.

Southee backs inexperienced Kiwi bowlers to deliver in Champions Trophy

Southee backs inexperienced Kiwi bowlers to deliver in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Former New Zealand fast-bowling great Tim Southee is confident that the Black Caps' inexperienced bowling attack will do a wonderful job at the upcoming Champions Trophy after watching them perform impressively in the recently-concluded tri-series in Pakistan.

Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

'We want to express our deep gratitude to Mr Rock for maintaining his composure under extraordinary circumstances,' the Academy stated.

Sunny G, Shastri, Bhogle, Bishop to call Champions Trophy matches

Sunny G, Shastri, Bhogle, Bishop to call Champions Trophy matches

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, the former England captains and respected pundits, will also be providing their expert analysis alongside former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop.

'Warner and Smith are heroes in my mind, they've paid their dues'

'Warner and Smith are heroes in my mind, they've paid their dues'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Australia batsman Usman Khawaja has mounted a spirited defence of David Warner.

The Man Who Said No To The Big Bang

The Man Who Said No To The Big Bang

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Jayant Narlikar wrote alternative what-if histories, explained difficult scientific theories with funny analogies, and leavened his lectures with jokes and humorous asides.

WTC Final: Couldn't ask for anything more: Smith

WTC Final: Couldn't ask for anything more: Smith

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Australian batter Steve Smith on Thursday said his bowlers reaped the benefits of relentlessly targeting the off stump.

Virat Kohli -- the name that guarantees theatre

Virat Kohli -- the name that guarantees theatre

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Having succeeded Mahendra Singh Dhoni as India's Test captain, "King Kohli" overhauled India's approach to turn the team into a ruthless juggernaut that did not rely anymore on designer dustbowls to win Test matches.

I've outdone my expectations: Head

I've outdone my expectations: Head

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

After Australia were reduced to 75 for 3, Steve Smith steadied the innings, providing much-needed runs, while Head powered his way to a second consecutive Test century, continuing his prolific form against India.

Ton-up Head enjoys batting 'under shadow of Steve Smith'

Ton-up Head enjoys batting 'under shadow of Steve Smith'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

After becoming the first batter to score a century in the WTC Final, Travis Head said he enjoyed batting with Steve Smith.

'What If Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood Were Playing?'

'What If Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood Were Playing?'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Leg spinner Adam Zampa was the most experienced bowler for the Aussies, having played 111 ODIs.

Alex Carey's Jaw-Dropping Catch!

Alex Carey's Jaw-Dropping Catch!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Alex Carey's jaw-dropping catch, which led to Phil Salt's dismissal. Was this the catch of the tournament?

Smith feels David Warner's leadership ban is unjustified

Smith feels David Warner's leadership ban is unjustified

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Warner is enduring a lean patch in the longest format with his last four scores, reading 21 and 28 (second Test in Adelaide) and 5 and 48 (first Test in Perth).

India is my favourite place in the world to captain: Smith

India is my favourite place in the world to captain: Smith

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Stand-in captain Smith savours rare Australian win in India

EPL PIX: Liverpool clear after Arsenal held; Man City thrash Palace

EPL PIX: Liverpool clear after Arsenal held; Man City thrash Palace

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Numerous players and coaches, including England captain Harry Kane, have voiced concern over player welfare with the revamped Club World Cup meaning less time off between seasons.

Smith's Warning! India's lethal bowlers a game-changer in WTC final

Smith's Warning! India's lethal bowlers a game-changer in WTC final

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Smith said he expects the Indian attack to pose a stiff challenge irrespective of the combination they go with.

Triple crown! Gill's record-breaking February!

Triple crown! Gill's record-breaking February!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Star India opener Shubman Gill has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for February, following his impressive performances, including his contributions to India's Champions Trophy title win. Gill beat out competition from Steve Smith (Australia) and Glenn Phillips (New Zealand) for the award.

SA20 a platform to prep for 2026 T20 World Cup

SA20 a platform to prep for 2026 T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'Confirming the SA20 window for a three-year period allows the league to bring certainty to all stakeholders and assists in securing our place when planning the global calendar.'

Australia's game plan revealed: 400 or ...

Australia's game plan revealed: 400 or ...

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Alex Carey reckons Australia might need to put at least 400 runs on the board if they bat first against South Africa

Australia's Smith feels on top of his game

Australia's Smith feels on top of his game

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

'It's been nice to score some runs in that time and we're always looking for perfection, and for me (Thursday) was as close to perfection as I will get.'

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin says New Zealand, despite the absence of the long-serving pace duo of Trent Boult and Tim Southee, who have quit playing the 50-over format, will pose a challenge to India.

Rohit-Gill: India's Biggest ODI Weapons

Rohit-Gill: India's Biggest ODI Weapons

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Since first opening the batting together in January 2023, the duo has been prolific in 50 overs cricket.

India seek to rewrite history against Australia

India seek to rewrite history against Australia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Their pre-tournament decision to fill the squad with five spinners drew a lot of flak from all corners, but it is now proving to be a masterstroke on the slow pitches in Dubai.

EPL: Bournemouth break Arsenal hearts in historic upset

EPL: Bournemouth break Arsenal hearts in historic upset

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Bournemouth won away at Arsenal for the first time in the Premier League on Saturday, and completed a memorable double to boost their chances of playing in Europe next season, thanks to a second-half fightback en route to a thrilling 2-1 win.

Desperate England set to make changes for Chennai T20I

Desperate England set to make changes for Chennai T20I

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Brydon Carse will replace Gus Atkinson for England's second T20 International against India on Saturday.

Rolls-Royce to Double Sourcing from India in 5 Years

Rolls-Royce to Double Sourcing from India in 5 Years

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Aerospace major Rolls-Royce has announced its intention to double its supply chain sourcing from India over the next five years. The company plans to increase sourcing of complex parts for advanced aerospace engines, naval propulsion systems, diesel engines, and gas turbine engines to grow its presence and participation in India's defense sector. Rolls-Royce currently sources a wide range of high-precision parts and engine components from Indian partners for its civil aerospace, defense, and power systems businesses. The company highlights India's emergence as a preferred global sourcing hub and emphasizes its commitment to strengthening partnerships with both existing and potential Indian suppliers to develop capabilities for manufacturing complex engine components locally for global markets. Rolls-Royce highlights its established ecosystem of strategic partnerships, skilled talent, engineering and digital capabilities, service delivery, supply chain, and manufacturing in India, along with a history of successful technology transfer for licensed production of various engines in the defense domain. The company believes that strengthening the supply chain and enhancing ecosystem capabilities will pave the way for future co-production opportunities, supporting India's vision of becoming a self-reliant defense powerhouse. Rolls-Royce emphasizes its commitment to serving the needs of India's armed forces and its focus on participating in co-development opportunities for critical combat engine technologies.

Dew factor: Will it decide Aus vs SA clash?

Dew factor: Will it decide Aus vs SA clash?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Australia and South Africa, two teams renowned for their batting prowess, will go head-to-head in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, aiming to secure a place in the Champions Trophy semifinals.

Goodbye Maggie!

Goodbye Maggie!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The legendary British actress Dame Maggie Smith passed into the green room of eternal performers up in Heaven on Friday, September 27, 2024. She would have turned 90 on December 28.

Buttler scripts T20I record vs India...

Buttler scripts T20I record vs India...

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

The record was previously held by West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran (592 runs in 20 matches).

Smith sizzles, leads Aus to series win over England

Smith sizzles, leads Aus to series win over England

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

Steely Smith sees Australia to series win against England

Boland fine-tunes 'perfect length' for MCG Test

Boland fine-tunes 'perfect length' for MCG Test

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Boland is ready to step in once again for Josh Hazlewood, continuing the role of the perfect first substitute that has defined his 11-Test career.

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

Man City, Chelsea and Newcastle secure Champions League spots

Man City, Chelsea and Newcastle secure Champions League spots

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Manchester City and Chelsea both secured their Champions League places with victories on the final day of the English Premier League season and Newcastle United joined them despite stumbling to a last-day defeat.

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli booed by home fans after bumping shoulders with Konstas on the pitch after the 19-year-old smashed India's bowlers around the park early on.