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Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Crystal Palace claimed their first European trophy as Jean-Philippe Mateta's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the final of the Conference League

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Shubman Gill climbed to eighth in the latest ICC Test batting rankings, while Harry Brook returned to the top spot, replacing England teammate Joe Root.

Manav Suthar: India uncover new spin star in big win

Manav Suthar: India uncover new spin star in big win

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar excelling on his Test debut is a testament to the robust structure that BCCI has created for talent identification, India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said on Monday after the home team trounced Afghanistan inside three days in Mullanpur.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Struggling Spain face another stubborn opponent in Saudi Arabia

FIFA World Cup 2026: Struggling Spain face another stubborn opponent in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Spain arrive into their Group H clash against Saudi Arabia needing a sharper attacking display after being held to a shock 0-0 draw by World Cup debutants Cape Verde in their opening match in Atlanta.

Shubman Gill fires warning to RCB before IPL 2026 final

Shubman Gill fires warning to RCB before IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Shubman Gill discusses Gujarat Titans' strategy for the IPL final, emphasising the importance of home advantage and mental fortitude.

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting approach in the IPL has impressed teammates and opponents alike, with his ability to take on world-class bowlers without hesitation.

Captain Shahidi Shoulders Afghanistan's Test Hopes Against India

Captain Shahidi Shoulders Afghanistan's Test Hopes Against India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi is the batting fulcrum around whom Afghanistan's Test ambitions revolve.

IPL 2026 Eliminator: Sooryavanshi Has Gayle's Sixes Record In His Sight!

IPL 2026 Eliminator: Sooryavanshi Has Gayle's Sixes Record In His Sight!

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is close to breaking Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in an IPL season.

FIFA World Cup: Brazil's players celebrate coach Ancelotti's birthday during training

FIFA World Cup: Brazil's players celebrate coach Ancelotti's birthday during training

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Brazil is preparing for their World Cup opener against Morocco without star forward Neymar, who is recovering from a calf injury.

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Sachin Tendulkar has praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, urging coaches and mentors not to interfere with the youngster's natural instincts.

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's impressive performance in IPL 2026 has sparked debate about his potential return to the Indian T20I squad.

First IPL 2026 slow over-rate fine goes to ... Shreyas Iyer

First IPL 2026 slow over-rate fine goes to ... Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans.

IPL 2026: From Replacement Player To Captain Fantastic: Rajat Patidar's Fairytale Rise

IPL 2026: From Replacement Player To Captain Fantastic: Rajat Patidar's Fairytale Rise

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajat Patidar has the golden chance to emulate legends Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Rohit Sharma -- the only two captains to win back to back IPL titles.

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha set for emotional World Cup reunion with mom

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha set for emotional World Cup reunion with mom

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Cape Verde's heroic goalkeeper Vozinha will have his mother in the stands when he next takes to the pitch at the World Cup on Sunday, after US officials moved to ensure she could obtain a visa in time.

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

West Indies legend Viv Richards praises India's dominance in white ball cricket and discusses his role as an envoy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

IPL 2026: Shami's Masterclass Sinks Sunrisers

IPL 2026: Shami's Masterclass Sinks Sunrisers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Mohammed Shami registered excellent figures of 2/9 in four overs against SRH -- including 18 dot balls.

Back in the nets, Rohit Sharma grabs spotlight with trademark strokeplay

Back in the nets, Rohit Sharma grabs spotlight with trademark strokeplay

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Rohit Sharma joined India's white-ball nets in Mohali on Wednesday and remained the box-office attraction despite the presence of young and emerging stars.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs RCB: All-round RCB Thump PBKS To Seal Play-Offs Spot

IPL 2026, PBKS vs RCB: All-round RCB Thump PBKS To Seal Play-Offs Spot

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Venkatesh Iyer's explosive innings of 73 not out off 40 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 222 for four against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal also made significant contributions.

IPL 2026: Kishan, Abhishek, Klaasen blistering fifties help SRH trounce RCB

IPL 2026: Kishan, Abhishek, Klaasen blistering fifties help SRH trounce RCB

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs, but RCB secured the top spot in the IPL standings due to their net run rate. SRH posted a formidable 255/4, while RCB reached their target of 166 to ensure a top-two finish.

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.

IPL 2026: Chris Gayle calls Sooryavanshi a new six machine

IPL 2026: Chris Gayle calls Sooryavanshi "a new six machine"

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Chris Gayle praised Rajasthan Royals teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old produced another breathtaking display in the IPL Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

I Was In Race For India Captaincy For 1983 World Cup: Kirmani's Big Reveal

I Was In Race For India Captaincy For 1983 World Cup: Kirmani's Big Reveal

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Former wicketkeeper-batter Syed Kirmani revealed that he was in contention for India captaincy along with Dilip Vengsarkar ahead of the 1983 World Cup before the selection panel zeroed in on legendary Kapil Dev.

Mushfiqur Rahim hits 14th Test ton as Bangladesh set Pakistan 437-run target

Mushfiqur Rahim hits 14th Test ton as Bangladesh set Pakistan 437-run target

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Mushfiqur Rahim struck a record-breaking century as Bangladesh tightened their grip on the second Test against Pakistan in Sylhet on Monday by setting the hosts a huge target of 437 runs. Pakistan's bowling coach Umar Gul remains confident that his team can chase down the target.

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

IPL 2026: Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Care About How Great A Bowler Is?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.

IPL 2026, Qualifier 2: Gill's ton takes Gujarat Titans past Rajasthan Royals to final

IPL 2026, Qualifier 2: Gill's ton takes Gujarat Titans past Rajasthan Royals to final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive innings and Donovan Ferreira's late fireworks powered the Rajasthan Royals to a formidable total against Gujarat Titans in the IPL Qualifier 2.

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ryan Rickelton's whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasen's unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday. Chasing a 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH.

IPL 2026: Manish Pandey Turns Back Clock With Match-Winning Knock

IPL 2026: Manish Pandey Turns Back Clock With Match-Winning Knock

Rediff.com21 May 2026

On a tense night when KKR's season was hanging in the balance, Manish Pandey answered every critic in the best possible way -- a man-of-the match performance in a must-win clash against Mumbai Indians.

India's Football Team Bows Out Of Unity Cup After Loss To Jamaica

India's Football Team Bows Out Of Unity Cup After Loss To Jamaica

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Indian men's football team experienced a disappointing debut in the Unity Cup, losing 2-0 to Jamaica in the semi-finals held in London.

NorthEast United end ISL campaign with win over relegated Mohammedan Sporting

NorthEast United end ISL campaign with win over relegated Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com19 May 2026

NorthEast United FC concluded their Indian Super League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club, with goals from Jairo Samperio and Dinesh Singh Soraisham.

IPL 2026: Gill, Rashid dazzle as Titans register dominant win over Royals

IPL 2026: Gill, Rashid dazzle as Titans register dominant win over Royals

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Shubman Gill's explosive 84 and Sai Sudharsan's fluent 55 powered Gujarat Titans to a formidable 229/4 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match. Gill's innings, marked by elegant strokeplay and aggressive intent, set the stage for Gujarat's dominance.

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The whirlwind knock drew wide admiration, with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar lauding his fluent bat swing and describing the innings as "spectacular", underlining the growing stature of a youngster fast becoming the face of fearless modern T20 batting.

T20 Mumbai League: SKY lets bat do the talking after captaincy snub

T20 Mumbai League: SKY lets bat do the talking after captaincy snub

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front with an unbeaten half-century after Sylvester Dsouza produced the first five-wicket haul of the season to power Triumph Knights MNE to a six-wicket victory over MSC Maratha Royals in the T20 Mumbai League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday.

Sooryavanshi Slays Giants As Rajasthan Royals Inch Closer To Playoffs

Sooryavanshi Slays Giants As Rajasthan Royals Inch Closer To Playoffs

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blazed his way to a breathtaking 38-ball 93 as Rajasthan Royals moved closer to a playoff berth with a thumping seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants.

Ten Doeschate urges Kuldeep Yadav to evolve his craft amid intense competition

Ten Doeschate urges Kuldeep Yadav to evolve his craft amid intense competition

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has stressed the importance of left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav reinventing his game to stay competitive amidst burgeoning talent. Despite decent overall numbers, Kuldeep's recent lean patch in the IPL and a solitary Test match has led to him losing his spot in the T20I squad for upcoming tours, prompting the coach's call for evolution.

Dawood Ibrahim wanted to buy IPL team, claims Lalit Modi

Dawood Ibrahim wanted to buy IPL team, claims Lalit Modi

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi has sensationally revealed that life-threatening intimidation from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and his crime syndicate was the primary reason for his permanent retirement from cricket administration. Modi detailed how his unyielding stance against match-fixing and refusal to cooperate with the D-Company's multi-billion-dollar betting empire led to direct threats, including a phone call from Dawood and subsequent assassination attempts.

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajat Patidar's unbeaten 33-ball 93 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a crushing 92-run win over Gujarat Titans and a second successive IPL final, while skipper Shubman Gill admitted GT faltered under pressure.

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set his sights on rewriting T20 history, saying he wants to score the format's first-ever double century and break Chris Gayle's record highest score of 175 not out.

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

IPL 2026 MI vs LSG: Rohit, Rickelton fifties help Mumbai Indians return to winning ways

IPL 2026 MI vs LSG: Rohit, Rickelton fifties help Mumbai Indians return to winning ways

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mumbai Indians rode on sublime half-centuries from openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton to outclass Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets in a high-scoring Indian Premier League clash in Mumbai on Monday.

Smallest Nations, Biggest Stage: Curacao, Cape Verde Defy All Odds At FIFA World Cup

Smallest Nations, Biggest Stage: Curacao, Cape Verde Defy All Odds At FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Curacao and Cape Verde, two of the smallest nations globally, have achieved an unprecedented feat by qualifying for the FIFA World Cup.