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Having won a billion hearts, Rohit the skipper deserves this World Cup

Having won a billion hearts, Rohit the skipper deserves this World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

How many hundreds did Rohit Sharma miss in this World Cup? At least five if not more. But how many hearts did he win with his new found no-holds barred attacking approach? May be a billion.

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Speaking to select media ahead of the Women's Premier League, Shreyanka spoke at length about dealing with back-to-back injuries.

ICC World Cup PIX: India beat Bangladesh, continue winning run

ICC World Cup PIX: India beat Bangladesh, continue winning run

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between India and Bangladesh at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Thursday, October 19.

7 Adorable Animal Celebs

7 Adorable Animal Celebs

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

As famous as movie stars and global leaders are a bunch of animal celebs that the world grew to positively adore.

1983 World Cup landmark event in my life: Tendulkar

1983 World Cup landmark event in my life: Tendulkar

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar said India's 1983 World Cup triumph was a 'landmark event' in his life. India had defeated the mighty West Indies by 43 runs at Lord's to claim their first-ever World Cup title.

SEE: 'Thala' Dhoni rings in his birthday with friends

SEE: 'Thala' Dhoni rings in his birthday with friends

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Here's wishing the OG 'Captain Fantastic' a very Happy Birthday.

Erigaisi outclasses Praggnanandhaa; Gukesh held by Sindarov

Erigaisi outclasses Praggnanandhaa; Gukesh held by Sindarov

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Top seed Arjun Erigaisi scored a convincing victory over compatriot R Praggnanandhaa in the first round of the Tata Steel Masters.

Captain Surya Is Back And How!

Captain Surya Is Back And How!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Back to his brilliant best, Suryakumar Yadav's unbeaten 82 lit up Raipur in the 2nd ODI against New Zealand, to shut out all doubters, days ahead of the T20 World Cup.

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

How Abhishek Cracked The Code Down Under

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Abhishek Sharma finished as the highest run-getter in the rain-hit five-match T20I series, having amassed 163 runs in the series at a strike rate of 161.39.

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Messi's last visit with the Argentina team to India was back in 2011, when they faced Venezuela in a friendly match at Kolkata's iconic Salt Lake Stadium.

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Tilak Varma shared his remarkable journey from a modest upbringing to shining on the international stage, driven by a childhood dream to win a World Cup for India.

ICC World Cup PIX: SA make statement with 229-run rout of England

ICC World Cup PIX: SA make statement with 229-run rout of England

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Images from the World Cup match between South Africa and England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.

No booze? No problem for some fans at Qatar World Cup

No booze? No problem for some fans at Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Soccer fans at the almost alcohol-free World Cup are ready to pay high prices for a beer, a few have tried to smuggle booze into stadiums but most simply accept that drinking is off limits at the first tournament in a Muslim country.

U19 WC: Sooryavanshi in spotlight as India meet tricky Bangladesh

U19 WC: Sooryavanshi in spotlight as India meet tricky Bangladesh

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Seeking to continue their confident start to the tournament, a well-balanced India will begin as firm favourites despite facing a tricky Bangladesh in their second match of the ICC U-19 World Cup, in Bulawayo, on Saturday.

Ex-Aussie cricketer Martyn survives terrifying meningitis

Ex-Aussie cricketer Martyn survives terrifying meningitis

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Former Australian batter Damien Martyn on Saturday returned home from hospital after recovering from an "awful" meningitis attack, which he said made him realise "how fragile life is."

PSG defender Hernandez faces human trafficking complaint

PSG defender Hernandez faces human trafficking complaint

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The family's lawyer, Lola Dubois, accused Lucas Hernandez and Victoria Tray of depriving the Columbian family of their rights, and actions bordering on "modern slavery."

ICC World Cup final: PIX: It's a sea of blue at Motera

ICC World Cup final: PIX: It's a sea of blue at Motera

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Fans wearing the India jersey, carrying the Indian flag, laughing, joking and anticipating an India win are moving towards the Narendra Modi stadium. There are families, friends, children, adults, teenagers, middle aged and the senior citizen who have all painted the city blue.

World Cup: Team India at full steam in the nets!

World Cup: Team India at full steam in the nets!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

India haven't let the intensity down one bit ahead of their World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh in Pune on Thursday.

World Cup blog: In Tendulkar's Shadow

World Cup blog: In Tendulkar's Shadow

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.

'They Are Lying': Akram Breaks Silence'

'They Are Lying': Akram Breaks Silence'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Wasim Akram said some of his team-mates still blame him for that defeat.

World Cup warm-ups: France show attacking force in win over Italy

World Cup warm-ups: France show attacking force in win over Italy

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

France showed the full range of their attacking weapons as they continued their preparations for the World Cup in convincing fashion with a 3-1 win over Italy in a friendly on Friday.

Nilam Sanjeep: From bamboo stick to hockey World Cup

Nilam Sanjeep: From bamboo stick to hockey World Cup

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

It was a proud moment for India defender Nilam Sanjeep Xess as he made his debut in the Hockey World Cup 2023.

The Sky wasn't blue: Surya's cheeky reply steals show

The Sky wasn't blue: Surya's cheeky reply steals show

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

It has been a year since I have been dreaming of this time: Surya on Player of Series show

FIDE launches 'ChessMom' plan to support mothers in chess

FIDE launches 'ChessMom' plan to support mothers in chess

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Mothers competing in elite chess will be able to take advantage of a new set of family-friendly policies being introduced by the International Chess Federation

'Wherever Cricket Is Played In The World, Indian Audiences, Indian Sponsors, Indian Corporate Houses Provide Funding, Make It A Success'

'Wherever Cricket Is Played In The World, Indian Audiences, Indian Sponsors, Indian Corporate Houses Provide Funding, Make It A Success'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Inderjit Bindra, who raised Indian cricket on the world stage in the 1990s and early years of this century, passed into the ages on Sunday. 26 years ago, Mr Bindra spoke at length to Rediff about his vision for Indian cricket, an interview which we republish in his memory.

'Unfortunate! Unproven people deciding Ro-Ko future'

'Unfortunate! Unproven people deciding Ro-Ko future'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh finds it a bit unfortunate that the future of legends like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is being decided by "people who have not achieved much" but he nonetheless expects the duo to carry on till the 2027 ODI World Cup.

'That's what you've given...' Karthik hails Rohit

'That's what you've given...' Karthik hails Rohit

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Paying a heartfelt tribute to Rohit Sharma, former India player Dinesh Karthik on Saturday said the swashbuckling opener led from the front and taught the team how to win the big moments and matches that mattered the most during his time as captain.

Nationwide shock as Italy miss out on World Cup 2022

Nationwide shock as Italy miss out on World Cup 2022

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Italy failed to qualify for the second consecutive edition of the FIFA World Cup after succumbing to Northern Macedonia in the UEFA Qualifiers

World Cup: Why Pele is worried about Brazil

World Cup: Why Pele is worried about Brazil

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Brazil may be five-time winners of the World Cup and joint favourites to make it six in Russia this year but the South Americans do not yet have the right blend for success, three-time World Cup winner Pele said.

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India bounced back from three successive defeats after starting the Women's World Cup as one of the favourites.

Captain Mithali wants young players to enjoy World Cup time

Captain Mithali wants young players to enjoy World Cup time

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

India's captain Mithali Raj says youngsters like Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh have shown that they have the ability to compete at the highest level and the last few series have helped the team figure out its composition ahead of women's ODI World Cup next month.

Abhishek backs Gill, Surya to fire at T20 WC

Abhishek backs Gill, Surya to fire at T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

'I'll tell you one thing straight away, that trust me, these two guys are going to win matches in World Cup (in February-March) and in this series as well.'

McMillan named WC-bound NZ Women assistant coach

McMillan named WC-bound NZ Women assistant coach

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

McMillan appointed White Ferns' batting, fielding coach ahead of World Cup

2011 World Cup win best cricketing day of my life: Tendulkar

2011 World Cup win best cricketing day of my life: Tendulkar

Rediff.com17 May 2021

India's cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar termed the 2011 World Cup triumph as the "best cricketing day of my life".

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

World champions Amanjot and Harleen get grand welcome in Chandigarh

Name your 30 World Cup probables!

Name your 30 World Cup probables!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Who would your 30 probables for the World Cup be? Please fill in your choices and don't forget to share it with as many members of your family, friends and colleagues so they can make their lists as well!

Visit Russia for World Cup, but be careful...

Visit Russia for World Cup, but be careful...

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

The Russian Football Union's anti-discrimination inspector has said the World Cup is a chance for Russia to show how open it is.

World's 8 Most Magical Christmas Train Rides

World's 8 Most Magical Christmas Train Rides

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

A train ride for Christmas? Why not?!

All eyes on politically charged US vs Iran clash at World Cup

All eyes on politically charged US vs Iran clash at World Cup

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The United States and Iran severed formal relations in 1980 after the Revolution and ties were hostile when their soccer teams clashed in the 1998 World Cup.