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Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

With head coach Rahul Dravid watching on, Kuldeep was bowling to an imaginary field against Rohit, who was beaten by the left-armer at the start of the session.

PIX! 'Every game is precious' Messi superfan joins scores of giddy fans

PIX! 'Every game is precious' Messi superfan joins scores of giddy fans

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Zhang Jiao, after realising her dream of witnessing Argentina soccer great Lionel Messi lift the World Cup every match he plays from now on is "precious".

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

Important for us to use Bumrah smartly: Rohit

Important for us to use Bumrah smartly: Rohit

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India skipper Rohit Sharma lauded his players on the comfortable 47-run victory over Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup Super 8 match in Bridgetown on Thursday, attributing the clinical all-round display to better planning, which was possible due to extensive knowledge about local conditions.

Neymar becomes Brazil's top goalscorer with Pele

Neymar becomes Brazil's top goalscorer with Pele

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Neymar scored in extra time against Croatia

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Samborlang shot to fame after Argentina's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Junior Emiliano Martinez shared a video of the six-year-old on his Instagram handle.

'Game Will Be Won Or Lost On How We Handle Spin'

'Game Will Be Won Or Lost On How We Handle Spin'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'Especially in the middle overs. That's going to be a key challenge.'

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Suryakumay Yadav has become the toast of Indian cricket

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

But with the Kiwis set to play a total of 14 Tests during the current cycle, Mitchell knows his side have plenty of work ahead before they think about a potential place in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in the middle of 2025.

France's WC team suspended for Norway friendly

France's WC team suspended for Norway friendly

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

The 23 members of France's World Cup squad have been suspended for the country's next game, the French Football Federation (FFF) said on Friday.

How U-19 girls went on to conquer the world

How U-19 girls went on to conquer the world

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

With India already being the most successful side at the men's U-19 level with five trophies, expectations were high from the U-19 girls.

'Sachin Paaji is like a god'

'Sachin Paaji is like a god'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Wishes poured in for the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who turned 51 on Wednesday.

Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire, says longtime friend

Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire, says longtime friend

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Speculations over Dhoni's future intensified ever since India lost their big-ticket World Cup semifinal against New Zealand earlier this month.

Once 'beaten' twice shy: Ronaldo's Portugal meet plucky Slovenia

Once 'beaten' twice shy: Ronaldo's Portugal meet plucky Slovenia

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The approach Slovenia are expected to take on Monday -- a disciplined, deep back five who offer little space, and explosive counter-attacks from long balls -- to put pressure on Portugal.

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Usain Bolt, once the fastest man on the planet, partied with 21-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic at the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Steve Smith might be taking a wee bit more time to adjust to sub-continental tracks but his poor returns in the first two ODIs against India is least of concern for the Australian team management, senior speedster Mitchell Starc said on Tuesday.

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Diana Edulji becomes the first Indian female inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

I tried not to go for magic deliveries: Bumrah

I tried not to go for magic deliveries: Bumrah

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'We had to be very mindful of not overdoing it and yes add up the pressure, use the big boundaries, try to use things to our advantage. That is what we were doing. So, in that we created pressure and everybody got wickets.'

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Bangladesh might not look too threatening in the World Cup but their record against the Proteas

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Inspired by 24-year-old playmaker Shoya Nakajima and forward Takumi Minamino, who finished the night with a brace, Japan stunned Oscar Tabarez's side, who are ranked fifth in the world.

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

England will hope that the likes of Joe Root, Harry brook and skipper Jos Buttler also get some runs and end their a disastrous World Cup campaign on a high.

Depression, undereating caused early retirement, reveals Lanning

Depression, undereating caused early retirement, reveals Lanning

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Australia's former women's captain Meg Lanning said that her early retirement from international cricket at 31 was forced by bouts of depression and weight-loss

'Rohit scolds the players when...'

'Rohit scolds the players when...'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

'...when they make mistakes and hugs them too. He guides them and gives them all liberty on the field.'

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India face tough Iraq test sans Chhetri

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Group 2 Super 8 match, played between South Africa and USA, in North Sound, Antigua, on Wednesday.

Sidhu: Jaiswal-Sharma ideal opening pair for India

Sidhu: Jaiswal-Sharma ideal opening pair for India

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Navjot Singh Sidhu believes Yashasvi Jaiswal, a left-handed batsman, would have been an ideal opening partner for Rohit Sharma

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The situation in fact is not that worrying for Thursday and IMD regional director Ganesh Das said the rain is expected to be "light and moderate".

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Since the beginning of the World Cup, Ilham has been cheering Morocco on in Doha.

Did Windies steal victory from Zimbabwe in U-19 World Cup with a 'Mankad'?

Did Windies steal victory from Zimbabwe in U-19 World Cup with a 'Mankad'?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

West Indies registered a controversial two-run victory against Zimbabwe to enter the quarter-finals of the ICC Under-19 World Cup in Chittagong, on Tuesday.

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Super Eight Match of the T20 World Cup, played between England and USA, in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Sunday.

India beat Qatar in soccer friendly

India beat Qatar in soccer friendly

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

Lowly India, ranked 147 in the world, pulled off a 2-1 victory over 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar in a friendly at the Al Sadd Stadium on Sunday.

Cummins to lead as Maxwell, Smith return for India ODIs

Cummins to lead as Maxwell, Smith return for India ODIs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Matthew Short has also been called up as an extra batter while Travis Head recovers from a fracture to his left hand.

Flintoff in England's backroom staff for T20 WC; possible candidacy for head coach job?

Flintoff in England's backroom staff for T20 WC; possible candidacy for head coach job?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Andrew Flintoff has been added to England's backroom staff for the upcoming T20 World Cup, and ECB managing director Rob Key viewed it as a portend to the former all-rounder's potential candidacy to the team's head coach role.

KL Rahul's bold declaration: Can India relive 2011 glory?

KL Rahul's bold declaration: Can India relive 2011 glory?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

KL Rahul is optimistic about India's chances in the upcoming World Cup

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

It's friendship on the sidelines for Mbappe and Hakimi

It's friendship on the sidelines for Mbappe and Hakimi

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

With Mbappe on the left flank of France's attack, he will cross paths with right-back Hakimi, the player he took under his wing when the Moroccan joined PSG from Inter Milan in 2021.

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

India will take on the winners of France and the Netherlands in women's team quarter-finals on Sunday; Men's team most fancied

Football Briefs: Portugal thrashed by Netherlands 3-0 in friendly

Football Briefs: Portugal thrashed by Netherlands 3-0 in friendly

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Argentina's Di Maria to quit internationals after Copa America

Shah Rukh Khan Is A Lifelong Learner

Shah Rukh Khan Is A Lifelong Learner

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

From the pinnacle of Veer Zara's teary romance, the transition to Pathaan and Jawan must have entailed a lot of resetting, rewiring, and recalibration in the mind. But SRK has done it. And done it well, notes Sandeep Goyal.