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Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has become a fan of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, praising the young batter's explosive pyrotechnics in the IPL.

Adelaide Oval Eyes Historic IPL Match

Adelaide Oval Eyes Historic IPL Match

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Adelaide Oval is exploring the possibility of hosting a regular-season Indian Premier League match as early as March next year.

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Indian women's hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed gratitude and motivation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his contribution to the sport during a visit to the Netherlands, highlighting the team's World Cup aspirations.

Kriish Tyagi Advances To Pre-Quarters At Karnataka Open

Kriish Tyagi Advances To Pre-Quarters At Karnataka Open

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Wildcard Kriish Tyagi progressed into the pre-quarterfinal of the Karnataka Open ATP Challenger, while Mukund Sasikumar and Manish Sureshkumar also advanced. However, other Indian players faced defeat.

'Can't make everyone happy': Rabada opens up on drug ban, criticism

'Can't make everyone happy': Rabada opens up on drug ban, criticism

Rediff.com14 May 2026

South Africa's Kagiso Rabada discusses his journey through a drugs ban and winning the World Test Championship, highlighting his focus on personal well-being and prioritising international cricket.

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, Glenn Maxwell and hTim David will also be rested from the three-match T20I series against Pakistan, starting on January 29.

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights the growing demand for AI-related jobs in India and the transformation needed in the IT industry. He also mentions significant investments in data centres and subsea cable networks to boost digital infrastructure.

U-19 World Cup: Thomas Rew stars as England beat Australia to reach final

U-19 World Cup: Thomas Rew stars as England beat Australia to reach final

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Captain Thomas Rew led the way with a splendid century to guide England to 277/7 against Australia in the first semi-final of the Under-19 World Cup.

How Australia's experience crushed England ...

How Australia's experience crushed England ...

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The wealth of experience in Australia's ranks helped them remain calm in a difficult lead-up to the Ashes, fast bowler Mitchell Starc said after they defeated England on Sunday to win the series with two matches to spare.

IPL 2026: 'We've not handled pressure': PBKS coach admits

IPL 2026: 'We've not handled pressure': PBKS coach admits

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin admits the team is struggling to handle pressure after a series of defeats in the Indian Premier League, highlighting concerns over bowling and fielding performances.

How Arshdeep Singh Is Helping Xavier Bartlett In The IPL

How Arshdeep Singh Is Helping Xavier Bartlett In The IPL

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings pacer Xavier Bartlett has praised teammate Arshdeep Singh's influence, highlighting his experience in adapting to Indian conditions in the ongoing IPL. Bartlett also spoke about the Impact Player rule and his ambition to play Test cricket for Australia.

Australia to tour Pakistan for T20 World Cup warm-up

Australia to tour Pakistan for T20 World Cup warm-up

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Australians will reach Lahore on January 28 for the short series.

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 May 2026

South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.

'Team Man' Connolly is adapting well in India

'Team Man' Connolly is adapting well in India

Rediff.com7 May 2026

In only his 10th IPL match, Australian Cooper Connolly hit his maiden T20 century at Uppal Stadium in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: 'CSK Must Treat Every Game As A Final'

IPL 2026: 'CSK Must Treat Every Game As A Final'

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey says the team must treat every remaining game as a 'final' after their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants left their IPL campaign hanging by a thread.

IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc RETURNS for DC after injury layoff

IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc RETURNS for DC after injury layoff

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Mitchell Starc has been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League and is expected to join Delhi Capitals for their match against Rajasthan Royals on May 1.

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rahul Dravid said the European T20 Premier League offers an 'exciting opportunity' to grow cricket in Europe after becoming owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise.

IPL 2026: Cooper Connolly returns as Punjab Kings gear up for Delhi Capitals showdown

IPL 2026: Cooper Connolly returns as Punjab Kings gear up for Delhi Capitals showdown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Young Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly is available for Punjab Kings' IPL clash against Delhi Capitals, confirmed spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule.

India's Exports Hit 5-Month High in April, But Trade Deficit Expands

India's Exports Hit 5-Month High in April, But Trade Deficit Expands

Rediff.com15 May 2026

India's exports recorded a 13.78 per cent increase to USD 43.56 billion in April, marking the highest monthly outbound shipments in over four years, primarily driven by petroleum products. However, the trade deficit widened to a three-month high of USD 28.38 billion due to a 10 per cent rise in imports.

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Indian Weightlifters Aim High At Asian Championships

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Indian weightlifters are set to compete in the Asian Championships, aiming to leverage home advantage and gain momentum for the upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games.

Guntas Kaur Sandhu To Lead India At Queen Sirikit Cup

Guntas Kaur Sandhu To Lead India At Queen Sirikit Cup

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Guntas Kaur Sandhu will lead the Indian team at the Queen Sirikit Cup, a prestigious Asia-Pacific amateur team championship in Indonesia.

I can see glimpses of Brian Lara in Sooryavanshi: Allan Border

I can see glimpses of Brian Lara in Sooryavanshi: Allan Border

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Border, who led Australian men to their first-ever World Cup title in 1987, said he has rarely seen a player so young hit the ball with such power, calling the 15-year-old "a great talent" with the ability to score all around the ground.

New Faces In India Women Squad For One-Off Australia Test

New Faces In India Women Squad For One-Off Australia Test

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Pratika Rawal along with left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma and seamer Kranti Gaud received their maiden long-format call-ups for the one-off Test against Australia.

India U-17 Football Team To Face Qatar In Friendlies

India U-17 Football Team To Face Qatar In Friendlies

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Indian U17 men's football team is set to play two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha as part of their preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026.

India U17 Women's Team Loses Final Friendly To Russia

India U17 Women's Team Loses Final Friendly To Russia

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The India U17 women's team concluded their series of friendlies in Sochi with a third defeat to Russia, losing 3-0. This series was part of their preparation for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026.

Coolcations Drive Summer Travel Surge

Coolcations Drive Summer Travel Surge

Rediff.com13 May 2026

As temperatures soar, booking queries have surged by double digits -- going up to 125 per cent -- for destinations like Kashmir, Shillong, Gangtok, Munnar, Leh, Rishikesh, Guwahati, Imphal, Kodaikanal and the Andamans.

Indian Women's 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball Team to Compete at Commonwealth Games

Indian Women's 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball Team to Compete at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

India's 3x3 women's wheelchair basketball team has qualified for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, securing their spot through the Asia Oceania qualifiers.

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Jacob Bethell scored his maiden Test century to lead an England rearguard action on the fourth day of the fifth Test on Wednesday but Australia still looked firmly set for victory.

Julian Metherell Appointed As MCC President

Julian Metherell Appointed As MCC President

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Julian Metherell, Chairman of The Hundred franchise London Spirit, will succeed Ed Smith as the President of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) from October. Metherell, a long-time MCC member, was nominated by Smith and will serve a three-year term. The MCC, founded in 1787, owns Lord's Cricket Ground and governs the laws of cricket.

Usain Bolt's Big Advice To Australian Sprint Sensation Gout

Usain Bolt's Big Advice To Australian Sprint Sensation Gout

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Usain Bolt said Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout must surround himself with a strong support team in order to stay focused on his career.

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The 2026 Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships, featuring athletes from 30 countries, will be held in Gandhinagar from May 11 to 17. The event serves as a qualifier for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Marauding Marsh plots CSK's downfall as LSG register massive win

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Marauding Marsh plots CSK's downfall as LSG register massive win

Rediff.com16 May 2026

After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.

BCCI alarmed as IPL 'WAGS loophole' under scanner

BCCI alarmed as IPL 'WAGS loophole' under scanner

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The IPL's Anti Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) has raised concerns about unauthorised individuals in team areas, prompting the BCCI to tighten security protocols for franchises during the ongoing season.

Indian Golfers Struggle In Final Round At MCB Ladies Classic

Indian Golfers Struggle In Final Round At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Diksha Dagar, Tvesa Malik, and Hitaashee Bakshi of India experienced a difficult final round at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, causing them to fall in the leaderboard. Denmark's Smilla Tarning Soenderby won the tournament.

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi will host the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026 at the Thyagraj Stadium, with players from more than 35 countries expected to participate, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Wednesday.

China Boosts Indian Ocean Ambitions, Should India Worry?

China Boosts Indian Ocean Ambitions, Should India Worry?

Rediff.com14 May 2026

For India, China's Indian Ocean power projection, maritime domain awareness, dual-use ports, underwater surveillance, antisubmarinewarfare, naval exercises with Pakistan, pose considerable pressure, depleted India's strategic depth and marginalises Indian role, points out Srikanth Kondapalli.

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Joe Root contributed a magnificent 160 to England's first-innings tally of 384 but Travis Head drove Australia to 166 for two in response on the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India's Uber Cup campaign ended with a 0-5 defeat to China, despite a strong start from PV Sindhu. The Indian team struggled to capitalise on opportunities against the formidable Chinese side.

Gardner warns India: Australia still the team to beat

Gardner warns India: Australia still the team to beat

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Gardner said familiarity with home conditions would work in Australia's favour but acknowledged India's growing threat.