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Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Harry Maguire was left shocked after being omitted from England's World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, while Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were also reportedly dropped ahead of Friday's announcement.

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Junior Women's Hockey Squad Embarks On UK Exposure Tour

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 24-member Indian Junior women's hockey team has travelled to the United Kingdom for an exposure tour, playing matches against junior teams from England, Scotland, the United States, and Belgium, as well as the Scotland senior women's team, to prepare for upcoming international tournaments like the Junior Asia Cup.

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Yastika Bhatia made a remarkable comeback from an ACL injury, scoring a match-winning half-century against England in the first women's T20I. Bhatia's resilience and partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues led India to a 38-run victory.

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Indian women's cricket team will be looking to address their middle-order concerns in the final T20 International against England, aiming for a series-clinching victory ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Former England captain and Warwickshire legend Mike Smith passes away

Former England captain and Warwickshire legend Mike Smith passes away

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Former England captain Mike Smith, known by his initials "MJK", has died at the age of 92, Warwickshire County Cricket Club said on Monday.

India Women Aim To Fine-Tune T20 World Cup Prep Against England

India Women Aim To Fine-Tune T20 World Cup Prep Against England

Rediff.com27 May 2026

India Women's cricket team will face England in a three-match T20 series as a final preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

England series decider 'a good challenge' for India women ahead of T20 World Cup

England series decider 'a good challenge' for India women ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Left-arm spinner Sree Charani acknowledged that a win in the second T20I against England would have boosted India's confidence, but the team is now focused on winning the series decider. The series is a crucial preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

'More Proud Than Disappointed': DR Congo Coach Hails Team

'More Proud Than Disappointed': DR Congo Coach Hails Team

Rediff.com3 days ago

DR Congo coach Sebastien Desabre expressed pride in his team's performance at the World Cup, despite their exit after a close match against England.

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

Rediff.com22 May 2026

England manager Thomas Tuchel made several bold selection calls for the World Cup, leaving out Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Harry Maguire while recalling Ivan Toney and backing a new-look squad built on chemistry and trust.

Stokes' final Test ends in heartbreak as New Zealand clinch series

Stokes' final Test ends in heartbreak as New Zealand clinch series

Rediff.com5 days ago

New Zealand defeated England by 160 runs at Trent Bridge to clinch the three-Test series 2-1, as Ben Stokes' international career ended in defeat following his surprise retirement announcement during the match.

Zverev Eyes Deeper Run At Wimbledon After Strong Showing

Zverev Eyes Deeper Run At Wimbledon After Strong Showing

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Alexander Zverev, the men's second seed, has reached the last 16 at Wimbledon for the fourth time, showing growing confidence on grass. After winning his maiden Grand Slam at the French Open, he defeated Marcos Giron in straight sets and will face Jiri Lehecka next.

'Advise Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to be patient'

'Advise Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to be patient'

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is yet to make his India T20I debut despite all the hype and former India keeper Parthiv Patel reckons he will get his opportunity sometime in the ongoing series against England.

Ben Stokes Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Ben Stokes Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Rediff.com6 days ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket following the ongoing Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

Abhishek, Shreyas rescue India before rain washes out opening T20I

Abhishek, Shreyas rescue India before rain washes out opening T20I

Rediff.com3 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's dynamic 59 and skipper Shreyas Iyer's composed 68 helped India gain a slice of positivity despite their first T20I against England getting abandoned because of incessant rains.

FIFA World Cup: Harry Kane breaks Pele record, closes in on Ronaldo

FIFA World Cup: Harry Kane breaks Pele record, closes in on Ronaldo

Rediff.com2 days ago

England captain Harry Kane continued his record-breaking run, scoring a match-winning brace against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup. His goals not only secured England's progression but also saw him surpass football legends like Pele in World Cup goals and join Cristiano Ronaldo as only the second player with 20+ goals across both FIFA World Cup and Euro Championships. England now faces Mexico in the Round of 16.

Iyer reaches HUGE milestone, Abhishek smashes record again

Iyer reaches HUGE milestone, Abhishek smashes record again

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has completed 5,000 international runs across all formats, achieving this milestone during a T20I against England where he scored 68 runs. The article also highlights his impressive career statistics and mentions Abhishek Sharma's new record for the fastest 100 T20I sixes by a Test-playing nation player.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits two sixes before early dismissal on T20I debut

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits two sixes before early dismissal on T20I debut

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi batted in his inimitable style before being dismissed for 14 off 10 balls on his international debut in the Twenty20 International match against England on Saturday.

'Captaincy Burned Me Out': Ben Stokes to Retire After Third Test

'Captaincy Burned Me Out': Ben Stokes to Retire After Third Test

Rediff.com6 days ago

England captain Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand, saying the demands of captaincy had burned him out after a remarkable career featuring World Cup glory and Ashes heroics.

End of Ben Stokes era: Iconic highs and dark lows

End of Ben Stokes era: Iconic highs and dark lows

Rediff.com6 days ago

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career defined by match-winning brilliance, iconic Ashes moments, World Cup glory, and a transformative impact on English cricket across all formats.

Time For India To Unleash Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Time For India To Unleash Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 days ago

After yet another failure for Sanju Samson -- his third in a row -- 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could make his India debut in the second T20I against England on Saturday.

2nd T20I: Will India stick with Samson or pick Sooryavanshi?

2nd T20I: Will India stick with Samson or pick Sooryavanshi?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sanju Samson heads into the second T20I against England with his place under the spotlight, as teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waits in the wings after another underwhelming outing from the India opener.

3rd Test, Day 3: Rachin Ravindra puts New Zealand in command at Trent Bridge

3rd Test, Day 3: Rachin Ravindra puts New Zealand in command at Trent Bridge

Rediff.com7 days ago

New Zealand played themselves into a strong position on day three of the series-deciding third test against England at Trent Bridge.

The Cornish connection: How English miners shaped Mexican football

The Cornish connection: How English miners shaped Mexican football

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ahead of England's World Cup clash in Mexico, discover the remarkable 200-year-old story of how Cornish miners introduced football and the famous Cornish pasty to the country, shaping Mexico's sporting and cultural identity.

Dreams, tears and Centre Court: Eala scripts Wimbledon classic

Dreams, tears and Centre Court: Eala scripts Wimbledon classic

Rediff.com8 hours ago

From light-up shoes to Centre Court glory: Filipina sensation Eala fulfils a childhood dream to reach the fourth round at the All England Club.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe, Messi lead the charts as race for Golden Boot heats up

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe, Messi lead the charts as race for Golden Boot heats up

Rediff.com2 days ago

While Mbappe and Messi currently lead the charts, Haaland, Kane, Dembele, and Vinicius Junior are all within striking distance, setting up an intense battle for the tournament's top scorer award in the matches ahead.

'Play him now!' Ex-selector's big call on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Play him now!' Ex-selector's big call on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India selector Sarandeep Singh has advocated for the inclusion of 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the Indian playing eleven for the upcoming T20 series opener against England. Singh believes Sooryavanshi, who was in stellar form in the IPL and for India A, should be given an opportunity to debut, potentially becoming India's youngest cricketer.

Ex-India cricketers slam selectors over Sooryavanshi's omission from Ireland series

Ex-India cricketers slam selectors over Sooryavanshi's omission from Ireland series

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani reckons selectors missed an opportunity by leaving teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the Ireland T20Is, and says he should now be backed for the white-ball series against England, starting on Wednesday (July 1).

He'll be there opening for India: Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma's ODI World Cup chances

He'll be there opening for India: Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma's ODI World Cup chances

Rediff.com5 days ago

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar has expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma's ability to open for India in the upcoming 50-over World Cup, despite ongoing scrutiny. Gavaskar believes the England ODI series will be a crucial platform for Sharma to demonstrate his consistent performance. He also touched upon the continuous pressure on senior players like Rohit and Virat Kohli, emphasising the need for consistent delivery and physical fitness as they age. Additionally, Gavaskar commented on Ben Stokes' surprising retirement timing.

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi debut? Shreyas Iyer finally breaks silence

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi debut? Shreyas Iyer finally breaks silence

Rediff.com4 days ago

India captain Shreyas Iyer addressed the media ahead of the T20I series opener against England, discussing team selection, particularly the potential debut of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Iyer emphasised the importance of backing experienced players who won the T20 World Cup and reflected on India's recent series loss to Ireland, highlighting lessons learned for the upcoming challenging series in England.

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon title defence gathered pace on Friday as the world number one swept aside American Jenson Brooksby 6-4 6-3 6-4 to enter the fourth round and reinforce his status as the man to beat at the All England Club.

How To Integrate Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Into India's T20 Squad

How To Integrate Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Into India's T20 Squad

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian cricket team faces a significant selection challenge regarding the inclusion of 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, especially after recent losses to Ireland. The article explores various scenarios and opinions, including Sunil Gavaskar's strong recommendation, on how to integrate Sooryavanshi into the playing XI for the upcoming T20 series against England without disrupting the team's balance.

Wimbledon 2026: Defending champ Swiatek shocked by promising star Eala

Wimbledon 2026: Defending champ Swiatek shocked by promising star Eala

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Philippines' Eala beat the World No 3 Swiatek 7-6(9), 6-2 on a centre court duel to advance to the fourth round.

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Shares Lead In Belgium

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Shares Lead In Belgium

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar has taken a joint lead after the first round of the Hulencourt Women's Open in Belgium, carding a bogey-free 4-under 68. She is aiming for her third Ladies European Tour title.

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Shares Lead In Belgium

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Shares Lead In Belgium

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar has taken a joint lead after the first round of the Hulencourt Women's Open in Belgium, carding a bogey-free 4-under 68. She is aiming for her third Ladies European Tour title.

'Sooryavanshi Would Have Taken Their Pants Off'

'Sooryavanshi Would Have Taken Their Pants Off'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Which fast bowler did he spare? And you're making him warm the bench.'

Stokes focused on cricket after off-field drama

Stokes focused on cricket after off-field drama

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Ben Stokes is back as England captain and insists his focus is firmly on the series-deciding Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, after a turbulent fortnight off the field.

Brendon McCullum dismisses talk of rift with Ben Stokes

Brendon McCullum dismisses talk of rift with Ben Stokes

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

England coach Brendon McCullum has strongly denied any rift with Test captain Ben Stokes, calling speculation 'amusing' after Stokes' suspension for a curfew breach.

Wimbledon steps up heat measures as London temperatures rise

Wimbledon steps up heat measures as London temperatures rise

Rediff.com1 days ago

With the temperatures set to rise again in London, Wimbledon chiefs and accommodation organisers are making sure that the fans and players have what they need to keep cool.

Ben Stokes reinstated as captain ahead of third Test vs New Zealand

Ben Stokes reinstated as captain ahead of third Test vs New Zealand

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Captain Ben Stokes and speedster Gus Atkinson will return to the side for the third Test against New Zealand in Nottingham following conclusion of a disciplinary hearing.

Sarah Taylor Scripts History As England Men's Test Team Fielding Coach

Sarah Taylor Scripts History As England Men's Test Team Fielding Coach

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor has been appointed as the fielding coach for the senior men's Test team for the upcoming series against New Zealand.