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'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

'Everyone Needs to Earn Their Place': Gambhir on Samson's Exclusion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has clarified that Sanju Samson has received full clarity regarding his role after being dropped from the playing XI for the ongoing T20I series against England.

'Despicable woman': Mbappe hits back at Paraguayan senator

'Despicable woman': Mbappe hits back at Paraguayan senator

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

France striker Kylian Mbappe hit back at a Paraguayan senator, describing her as a "despicable woman" on Monday after she launched a racist attack on him following Paraguay's elimination from the World Cup.

IPL 2026: 'Time for Hardik to Deliver': Chopra on MI Captain's Form

IPL 2026: 'Time for Hardik to Deliver': Chopra on MI Captain's Form

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Aakash Chopra questions Hardik Pandya's impact as Mumbai Indians struggle at the bottom of IPL 2026, urging fresh ideas and a fearless approach.

IPL 2026: 100 Fifties! Buttler Back to His Best

IPL 2026: 100 Fifties! Buttler Back to His Best

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Jos Buttler overcame a painful slump in the 2026 T20 World Cup to rediscover his form, achieving his 100th T20 fifty and surpassing 14,000 T20 runs. This article explores his journey back to form and his impact on Gujarat Titans' resurgence.

IPL 2026: KKR's Million-Dollar Problem

IPL 2026: KKR's Million-Dollar Problem

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL 2026 campaign is faltering due to constant tactical changes, lack of role clarity, and underperforming stars, leaving them winless after five games.

9 Facts About the $50 Million T Rex

9 Facts About the $50 Million T Rex

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

9 fascinating facts about the dinosaur that shattered auction records.

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rhiya Ahir: 'I'd Rather Die A Martyr Than Be Helpless'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'When you are standing for what the Constitution guarantees you, you are not alone.'

Neymar suffers minor calf injury but expected to join Brazil camp ahead of World Cup

Neymar suffers minor calf injury but expected to join Brazil camp ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil's camp next week ahead of the World Cup starting on June 11 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Rediff.com7 May 2026

IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal explains the reasons behind shifting the IPL final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, citing higher seating capacity and an ICC board meeting.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

Sanju Samson dropped for Zimbabwe T20I series; Prabhsimran Singh called up

Sanju Samson dropped for Zimbabwe T20I series; Prabhsimran Singh called up

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Sanju Samson has been dropped from the Indian T20I squad for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe, making way for Punjab Kings' wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh.

Bubista hails Cape Verde's spirit after scaring Argentina

Bubista hails Cape Verde's spirit after scaring Argentina

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Cape Verde coach Bubista expressed immense pride in his team's performance at their first World Cup, despite their 3-2 extra-time loss to three-time champions Argentina in the last-32. He highlighted their draws against Spain and Uruguay, and the character shown by his players, many of whom are not from elite leagues, in taking Argentina to the wire. Bubista emphasised that their World Cup campaign was about showcasing the island-nation's spirit and identity.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals revive playoff hopes with thrilling win over Punjab Kings

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals revive playoff hopes with thrilling win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Half-centuries from skipper Axar Patel and David Miller powered Delhi Capitals to a thrilling three-wicket win over Punjab Kings and kept their slim playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League on Monday.

Argentina, Brazil, Germany win friendlies days before World Cup kick-off

Argentina, Brazil, Germany win friendlies days before World Cup kick-off

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Multi-champions Brazil, Argentina and Germany all won their preparatory games for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday, although by small margins, with former champion England and hopeful Portugal also securing victories.

152 exam paper leaks in 10 years, zero conviction: Rahul Gandhi

152 exam paper leaks in 10 years, zero conviction: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Modi government of 'destroying' India's education system, expressing full support for protesting students and their demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

IPL 2026: 'All Okay?': Krunal's Reaction Fuels Hardik Rift Buzz

IPL 2026: 'All Okay?': Krunal's Reaction Fuels Hardik Rift Buzz

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Rumours of a feud between the Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, are swirling after Krunal's ambiguous comments and on-field interactions during the IPL.

First Day In India Blue! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Carries Drinks

First Day In India Blue! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Carries Drinks

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy, joined the senior Indian team for the first T20I against Ireland but did not make his debut.

IPL 2026: Has Varun Chakravarthy Lost His Mystery Magic?

IPL 2026: Has Varun Chakravarthy Lost His Mystery Magic?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

An analysis of Varun Chakravarthy's recent performances, highlighting a decline in his effectiveness as a mystery spinner. The article examines his struggles in both international and IPL matches, suggesting that batters are beginning to decipher his bowling action and variations.

IPL 2026: Bumrah's IPL Record: What 5 Years Show

IPL 2026: Bumrah's IPL Record: What 5 Years Show

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Explore the reasons behind Jasprit Bumrah's unexpected struggles in IPL 2026, analysing his past performances and the factors contributing to his current disappointing streak.

IPL 2026: Praful Hinge: Is This The Greatest IPL Debut?

IPL 2026: Praful Hinge: Is This The Greatest IPL Debut?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Dreams are not fragile; they are powerful. So dream big, write your script like Praful Hinge did, and when the moment arrives go for the kill and dominate.

IPL 2026: Bumrah returns! MI get massive boost vs KKR

IPL 2026: Bumrah returns! MI get massive boost vs KKR

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has confirmed that Jasprit Bumrah is available to play in the team's first match of the Indian Premier League 2026 against Kolkata Knight Riders. Bumrah had previously been at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence for workload management.

The silence after the storm: Azteca mourns Mexico's exit

The silence after the storm: Azteca mourns Mexico's exit

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Mexico's World Cup aspirations were shattered after a 3-2 defeat by England at their home ground, Azteca Stadium, leaving fans heartbroken despite 'El Tri' reaching the round of 16 without conceding a goal.

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Suryakumar Yadav, despite being stripped of T20I captaincy and dropped from the squad, can still make a comeback to the Indian side if he consistently performs in domestic cricket, according to a BCCI source.

Parul Chaudhary Sets New National Record In 5000m

Parul Chaudhary Sets New National Record In 5000m

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

India's Parul Chaudhary has set a new national record in the women's 5000m event, clocking 15:04.26 to finish second at the Meeting Nikaia 2026. This performance also secured her qualification for the Asian Games 2026.

Magic Mortal Messi Scripts Argentina's Miracle Rescue

Magic Mortal Messi Scripts Argentina's Miracle Rescue

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Lionel Messi experienced an emotional rollercoaster in Argentina's World Cup last-16 tie against Egypt, missing a penalty but ultimately scoring a vital late equaliser to save his team's World Cup dream after being two goals down.

IPL 2026 Preview: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Seek Revival Vs Struggling Lucknow Super Giants

IPL 2026 Preview: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Seek Revival Vs Struggling Lucknow Super Giants

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form after a recent collapse as they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. RCB, currently second in the standings, need to regroup after a defeat against Gujarat Titans, while LSG are struggling at the bottom after losing their last six matches.

IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav hits nets as Rohit Sharma's return uncertain

IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav hits nets as Rohit Sharma's return uncertain

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Suryakumar Yadav was seen practicing in the nets ahead of Mumbai Indians' IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Rohit Sharma's availability remains uncertain due to a hamstring injury.

Baffling that Lord's yet to host a women's Test: Muzumdar ahead of landmark game

Baffling that Lord's yet to host a women's Test: Muzumdar ahead of landmark game

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

India head coach Amol Muzumdar is baffled that it has taken this long to stage a women's Test at Lord's, 142 years after the 'Home of Cricket' hosted a men's Test.

IPL 2026: Why Is India Ignoring Shreyas Iyer for T20 Captaincy?

IPL 2026: Why Is India Ignoring Shreyas Iyer for T20 Captaincy?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Despite consistent performances and a strong leadership record in the IPL, Shreyas Iyer is being overlooked for the T20 captaincy, raising questions about India's selection priorities.

IPL 2026: KKR's Mystery Man Is Back: Varun Chakravarthy Turns Season Around

IPL 2026: KKR's Mystery Man Is Back: Varun Chakravarthy Turns Season Around

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, overcame a difficult start to the IPL season, battling injury and form to rediscover his wicket-taking ability and boost KKR's chances in the tournament.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Big Stars Eye Redemption

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Big Stars Eye Redemption

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Gujarat Titans' star players Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada will be looking to revive their international careers with strong performances in IPL 2026.

'Sobers Warned I'd Die If I Was Hit'

'Sobers Warned I'd Die If I Was Hit'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Maybe Sobers was upset that he could not touch Gavaskar, and when he came out to bat, he got dismissed off the first ball by me.'

All About Wimbledon Champion Linda Noskova

All About Wimbledon Champion Linda Noskova

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Czech Republic's Linda Noskova beat compatriot Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in the Wimbledon final on Saturday to win her maiden Grand Slam title.

De Ketelaere double as Belgium thrash USA to make last 8

De Ketelaere double as Belgium thrash USA to make last 8

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The United States' World Cup dreams came to a crashing halt in the last 16 against Belgium on Monday as Charles De Ketelaere scored twice in a 4-1 win, overshadowed by FIFA's controversial decision to suspend US forward Folarin Balogun's ban.

France coach Deschamps to miss final group game to attend mother's funeral

France coach Deschamps to miss final group game to attend mother's funeral

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Didier Deschamps is flying back to France to attend his mother's funeral and will not coach the team's last Group I game at the World Cup against Norway, the French federation said on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: LSG's batting inconsistency led to early exit, admits Tom Moody

IPL 2026: LSG's batting inconsistency led to early exit, admits Tom Moody

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' global director of cricket, Tom Moody, attributes the team's IPL exit to inconsistent batting performances, particularly in the middle order. Jamie Overton of CSK credits his success to simple execution and praises the team environment.

NCERT revises Class 8 textbook again; tweaks Partition, drops Hitler content

NCERT revises Class 8 textbook again; tweaks Partition, drops Hitler content

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

The NCERT Class 8 social science textbook has undergone significant revisions, including a tweaked narrative on the 1947 Partition, the inclusion of VD Savarkar's demand for Swaraj, and the removal of references to Adolf Hitler and Nazi ideology. These changes follow a Supreme Court intervention regarding controversial content on the judiciary.

Indian cricketers dominate Wisden Almanack 2026 with 7 awards haul

Indian cricketers dominate Wisden Almanack 2026 with 7 awards haul

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Indian cricketers have dominated the Wisden Almanack 2026 awards, securing seven of the nine honours.

Trump scraps 20% Hormuz toll for 'massive' Gulf investment deals

Trump scraps 20% Hormuz toll for 'massive' Gulf investment deals

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Donald Trump announced he is replacing the 20% reimbursement fee for securing the Strait of Hormuz with massive trade and investment deals from Gulf States into the United States, while maintaining a full blockade on Iranian ship traffic.

Balogun distances himself from Trump-linked FIFA decision

Balogun distances himself from Trump-linked FIFA decision

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

FIFA has dismissed Belgium's challenge regarding the eligibility of US striker Folarin Balogun, upholding the controversial decision to suspend his one-match ban ahead of the World Cup Round of 16 clash, despite the US ultimately losing 4-1 to Belgium and being eliminated.