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Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Hardik Singh has been named captain of the Indian men's hockey team for the FIH Pro League matches in Hobart, following Harmanpreet Singh's withdrawal due to personal reasons.

Australia, England Register Unwanted Ashes Record!

Australia, England Register Unwanted Ashes Record!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Australia, England registered shameful record during first Ashes Test at Perth as express pace dominates proceedings

Gadecki-Peers break 37-year-old record at Aus Open

Gadecki-Peers break 37-year-old record at Aus Open

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Australian pair of Olivia Gadecki and John Peers became the first duo in 37 years to defend Australian Open mixed doubles crown on Friday.

Why Ellis bowled slower delivery first up against Ireland

Why Ellis bowled slower delivery first up against Ireland

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

I don't want to feel any pressure about not bowling a certain ball because it's first ball: Ellis

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

After being snubbed at the IPL auctions, Australian Steve Smith has moved to the Pakistan Super League to revive T20 career.

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The ejection of Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from the Winter Games over his "helmet of remembrance" has put the spotlight on rules over where athletes are not allowed to express themselves on political matters at the Olympics.

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan?

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

T20 World Cup: India look to ride on form, familiarity

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

T20 World Cup: How West Indies benefitted from change in approach

T20 World Cup: How West Indies benefitted from change in approach

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Clarity of roles driving WI's clinical run into Super Eights: Shai Hope

BCCI Central Contracts: Kohli, Rohit demoted to Grade B; Gill in Grade A

BCCI Central Contracts: Kohli, Rohit demoted to Grade B; Gill in Grade A

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The BCCI has introduced a revised central contract system, under which the Grade A+ category has been discontinued.

T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, Venues, Past Winners, More

T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, Venues, Past Winners, More

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Tournament co-hosts India will be out to defend their Twenty20 World Cup title. The 10th edition of the 20-overs global showpiece event will run from February 7 to March 8.

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The Netherlands cricket team is excited to play against India in their final T20 World Cup league fixture at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan players book flight tickets for Colombo

T20 World Cup: Pakistan players book flight tickets for Colombo

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Pakistan's players are scheduled to fly to Colombo on Monday despite uncertainty over their participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi returns from injury and Babar Azam is recalled as Pakistan name their T20 squad for the home series against Australia in Lahore.

Steve Smith becomes PSL's most expensive player ever!

Steve Smith becomes PSL's most expensive player ever!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Steve Smith becomes the most expensive player in Pakistan Super League history after being signed by Sialkot Stallions for PKR 14 crore.

Aus Open: Fresh pair Skupski-Harrison clinch doubles crown

Aus Open: Fresh pair Skupski-Harrison clinch doubles crown

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Neal Skupski and Christian Harrison won the Australian Open men's doubles crown, defeating Aussie wildcards Jason Kubler and Marc Polmans in straight sets in their first Grand Slam together.

T20 World Cup: 'Fearless Abhishek Amazing To Watch'

T20 World Cup: 'Fearless Abhishek Amazing To Watch'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma has proved to be unstoppable with the bat for India in T20 Internationals, hitting 1297 runs in 33 matches at a strike rate of 194.74.

Ashes PIX: Five-star Stokes leaves Australia in a mess

Ashes PIX: Five-star Stokes leaves Australia in a mess

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 1st Ashes Test played in Perth on Friday.

Record alert! India reach most U19 World Cup finals ever

Record alert! India reach most U19 World Cup finals ever

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India reached their 10th U19 World Cup final, the most for any team, followed by Australia with six in 16 editions of this tournament.

T20 WC: 'I've seen a shift': Trott on Afghanistan's mental resilience

T20 WC: 'I've seen a shift': Trott on Afghanistan's mental resilience

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott praises his team's improved mental resilience after their T20 World Cup win against UAE, highlighting the impact of senior players and the need for more exposure against stronger nations.

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia's former pacer will be back in Pakistan cricket as head coach of Pakistan Super League's new franchise, Kingsmen Hyderabad, after parting ways with PCB in late 2024 following a stint with the national men's team.

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Paceman Josh Hazlewood has brushed off worries about Australia's ageing attack for the Ashes, saying he personally feels as good as he has in a long time and that the unit's experience of bowling together is a major advantage for the team.

Aamir Kaleem: Oldest player in T20 World Cup history

Aamir Kaleem: Oldest player in T20 World Cup history

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Oman's Aamir Kaleem has become the oldest player to feature in a Twenty20 World Cup, surpassing Ryan Campbell's record. Despite the milestone, Kaleem remains focused on contributing to his team's success and advocating for more opportunities for associate nations to compete against full-member teams.

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Tariq is different from other spinners but Abhishek can help tackle him: Harbhajan

Police quiz Penguin India officials over Naravane memoir leak

Police quiz Penguin India officials over Naravane memoir leak

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Delhi Police are investigating the alleged leak of General M M Naravane's unpublished memoir, questioning Penguin India representatives and probing potential coordinated efforts to bypass defense ministry clearances.

BCCI Declines Players' Request for Family Travel at T20 WC

BCCI Declines Players' Request for Family Travel at T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav-led India have sought permission for families to travel during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, but sources say the BCCI has declined the request.

209 in 15.2 overs! India shatter Pakistan's record

209 in 15.2 overs! India shatter Pakistan's record

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

India break Pakistan's record for fastest 200-plus run chase in T20Is

Head high as Australia crush England in first Ashes Test

Head high as Australia crush England in first Ashes Test

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 1st Ashes Test in Perth on Saturday.

T20 World Cup: Tucker, Delany power Ireland to huge win vs Oman

T20 World Cup: Tucker, Delany power Ireland to huge win vs Oman

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Captain Lorcan Tucker's blistering 51-ball 94 was complemented by a disciplined bowling effort as Ireland powered to a massive 96-run win over Oman in a lop-sided Group B T20 World Cup match.

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

McCullum: Ashes Win in Australia Will Define England

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'It is the biggest stage and it is the brightest lights. It is a series that could define teams, the people and players within it.'

Ireland hold edge over Oman in clash for first win

Ireland hold edge over Oman in clash for first win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Ireland, after two consecutive defeats, will look to captain Paul Stirling for inspiration as they seek their first victory against Oman in a T20 World Cup Group B match.

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The match against Rafa in Australia for the title 14 years back was a massive chapter in their legacies as they gave their all in a five-set masterclass that lasted almost six hours, with Djokovic edging out Nadal.

Weatherald, Doggett to debut for Australia in Ashes opener

Weatherald, Doggett to debut for Australia in Ashes opener

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Opening batter Jake Weatherald and pace bowler Brendan Doggett will make their Test debuts for Australia in the first Ashes Test against England in Perth on Friday.

India's manufacturing sector recovers marginally in Jan

India's manufacturing sector recovers marginally in Jan

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

India's manufacturing sector activity witnessed a slight recovery in January, amid faster increase in new orders, even as business confidence slipped to its lowest level in three-and-a-half years, a monthly survey said on Monday.

U-19 WC Hero Sooryavanshi Swaps Bat for Class 10 Boards

U-19 WC Hero Sooryavanshi Swaps Bat for Class 10 Boards

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

After a star turn at the ICC U-19 World Cup 2026, India star Vaibhav Suryavanshi shifts focus to Class 10 board exams, balancing cricketing glory with academics.

Aussie Malajczuk smashes 51-ball century vs Japan

Aussie Malajczuk smashes 51-ball century vs Japan

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Australia's Malajczuk smashes fastest century in U19 World Cup history

Patiala joy as Vihaan Malhotra wins U19 World Cup

Patiala joy as Vihaan Malhotra wins U19 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Vihaan Malhotra's family celebrated in Patiala after the young cricketer helped India defeat England by 100 runs to win the ICC Under-19 World Cup in Harare.

Ashwin Backs Pakistan Spinner's Unusual Action

Ashwin Backs Pakistan Spinner's Unusual Action

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin was quick to jump to Tariq Usman's defence when former Bengal wicketkeeper Shreevats Goswami questioned the legality of the pause in his bowling action.