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Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

England Lions batters in 'Bazball' mode against India A

England Lions batters in 'Bazball' mode against India A

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

India A bowlers got a taste of the 'Bazball' approach as England Lions, led by opener Keaton Jennings, pulverised an attack full of seasoned domestic operators to score 382 for 3 in just 82 overs on the opening day of the four-day 'unofficial Test' in Ahmedabad.

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open.

WAGS corner: Alex Gerrard upset over hubby's World Cup ban

WAGS corner: Alex Gerrard upset over hubby's World Cup ban

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Hot wife of English footballer Steven Gerrard, Alex, is terribly upset that Coleen Rooney will be flying to Rio to support husband Wayne Rooney while she will stay put because of husband's ban.

Cricket's bid for Asian Games 2026 gains momentum

Cricket's bid for Asian Games 2026 gains momentum

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Organisers keen on cricket in 2026 Asian Games despite venue headache

Wanna have lunch with Sir Alex?

Wanna have lunch with Sir Alex?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2008

If you've ever fancied playing tennis with former Prime Minister Tony Blair or having lunch with Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, be prepared to pay thousands of pounds for the pleasure.

Chelsea accept Anelka and Alex transfer requests

Chelsea accept Anelka and Alex transfer requests

Rediff.com3 Dec 2011

Chelsea have accepted transfer requests from former France striker Nicolas Anelka and Brazilian defender Alex, the Premier League club said on Saturday.

F1: Verstappen back to winning ways in Japan

F1: Verstappen back to winning ways in Japan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

World champion Max Verstappen got back to winning ways on Sunday with a third straight pole-to-flag victory at the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix, leading teammate Sergio Perez across the line for a Red Bull 1-2 at Suzuka.

The Godfather actor Alex Rocco no more

The Godfather actor Alex Rocco no more

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

He was 79.

Easy opener for Djokovic as Australian Open draw out

Easy opener for Djokovic as Australian Open draw out

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Wild card Caroline Wozniacki, another former champion and returning mother, will play 20th seed Magda Linette.

Verstappen on pole at Australian Grand Prix

Verstappen on pole at Australian Grand Prix

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Red Bull's Formula One World champion Max Verstappen took pole position for the Australian Grand Prix on Saturday with Carlos Sainz qualifying alongside on the front row for Ferrari two weeks after undergoing surgery for appendicitis.

Imran Tahir joins elite club with 500 T20 wickets

Imran Tahir joins elite club with 500 T20 wickets

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Imran Tahir completed 500 wickets in the T20 format and became just the fourth player to achieve the remarkable feat.

SEE PIX! Fans throng to Man City's rain-soaked victory parade

SEE PIX! Fans throng to Man City's rain-soaked victory parade

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Thunderstorm could not dampen the rousing victory parade as Manchester City celebrated completing the long-awaited treble.

Former snooker world champion Alex Higgins dies

Former snooker world champion Alex Higgins dies

Rediff.com25 Jul 2010

Former world snooker champion Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins has died at the age of 61, the BBC reported on Saturday.

Barcelona want Guardiola to emulate Alex Ferguson

Barcelona want Guardiola to emulate Alex Ferguson

Rediff.com23 Dec 2010

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola can extend his contract for as long as he wants and the club are hoping he will emulate long-serving Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson, president Sandro Rosell said on Wednesday.

Gresini's Marquez stuns Bagnaia, Martin!

Gresini's Marquez stuns Bagnaia, Martin!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Alex Marquez of Gresini Racing shocked Pramac Racing's Jorge Martin and reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia to win the Malaysian Grand Prix sprint from fourth position on Saturday, as the title contenders came in second and third, respectively.

PIX: De Minaur shocks Djokovic in United Cup

PIX: De Minaur shocks Djokovic in United Cup

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Novak Djokovic crashed to his first defeat of the season with a stunning 6-4, 6-4 loss to Alex de Minaur.

Buchanan seeks session with Sir Alex

Buchanan seeks session with Sir Alex

Rediff.com29 Jul 2005

John Buchanan is hoping to meet up with Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson for a brainstorming session

Travis Head prioritises Tests; limits franchise cricket

Travis Head prioritises Tests; limits franchise cricket

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Having had a great run for the 'Orange Army' this season, Travis Head is keen on coming back to IPL next year too.

PHOTOS: Pakistan trail by 355 runs as Aus bowlers strike

PHOTOS: Pakistan trail by 355 runs as Aus bowlers strike

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

IMAGES from Day 2 of the opening Test between Australia and Pakistan in Perth on Friday.

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Salt ton sets up England win over WI in 4th T20I

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The series is now locked at 2-2 with Thursday's climax to come.

'I learned about Bollywood by being a part of it'

'I learned about Bollywood by being a part of it'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

'In India, I'm able to work with the biggest stars on creating a scene, creating that emotion, without being too hung up on their persona.'

2nd Test: New Zealand hold slender lead over Australia

2nd Test: New Zealand hold slender lead over Australia

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Australia skipper Pat Cummins bowled Kane Williamson in the final hour of play on the second day of the second Test in Christchurch on Saturday, just as the master batsman threatened an innings that would put New Zealand on top.

Alex Menon case: Chhattisgarh govt may release Naxals

Alex Menon case: Chhattisgarh govt may release Naxals

Rediff.com5 May 2012

Former bureaucrat Nirmala Buch, who had mediated on behalf of Chhattisgarh government with Maoists for the release of Sukma district collector Alex Paul Menon, on Saturday said the Raman Singh government may free Naxalites in the coming days and has "no hidden agenda" in doing so.

Europa League PIX: Leverkusen win at Roma; Marseille held at home

Europa League PIX: Leverkusen win at Roma; Marseille held at home

Rediff.com3 May 2024

IMAGES from the Europa League semifinal matches played on Thursday.

Sainz leads Ferrari 1-2 in Australia after Verstappen retires

Sainz leads Ferrari 1-2 in Australia after Verstappen retires

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday in a triumphant return two weeks after appendicitis surgery as Red Bull's World champion Max Verstappen suffered his first retirement in two years.

Australia's pacers ready for India's challenge

Australia's pacers ready for India's challenge

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Australia's success in Christchurch sets up home Test series against India

Six Alex graces Wimbledon as Murray books semis spot

Six Alex graces Wimbledon as Murray books semis spot

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

Former Manchester United manager Six Alex Ferguson made a grand entry in the Royal Box on centre court to watch compatriot Andy Murray play Spain's Fernando Verdasco in the quarter-final showdown at Wimbledon on Wednesday.

Durand Cup: Chennaiyin FC win Southern Derby

Durand Cup: Chennaiyin FC win Southern Derby

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Chennaiyin FC got the better of Hyderabad FC 3-1 in the southern derby of the Durand Cup football tournament in Guwahati on Thursday.

Srikanth, Rajawat in quarters of Swiss Open; Sindhu, Sen bow out

Srikanth, Rajawat in quarters of Swiss Open; Sindhu, Sen bow out

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Kidambi Srikanth, Priyanshu Rajawat and Kiran George won their respective men's singles round-of 16 matches to advance to the quarterfinals late on Thursday night.

England Lions pin India A to mat despite Patidar's ton

England Lions pin India A to mat despite Patidar's ton

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

England Lions continued to dominate India A despite a rollicking unbeaten hundred from Rajat Patidar on the second day of their first unofficial Test in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Why did we forget Alex Menon's dead bodyguards?

Why did we forget Alex Menon's dead bodyguards?

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Life may have returned to normal for the Sukma collector, but will the lives of the families of his two bodyguards who died during his abduction be the same again, asks Shobha Warrier.

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

Rediff.com5 May 2024

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PIX: Dimitrov stuns Alcaraz to reach Miami Open semis

PIX: Dimitrov stuns Alcaraz to reach Miami Open semis

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Carlos Alcaraz's hopes for a Sunshine Double came undone in spectacular fashion as the top-seeded Spaniard was beaten by Grigor Dimitrov.

Nagal beats heat and Molcan to enter Aus Open main draw

Nagal beats heat and Molcan to enter Aus Open main draw

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

He will commence his Australian Open campaign against Alexander Bublik in the first round.

Miami Open: Alcaraz, Zverev advance

Miami Open: Alcaraz, Zverev advance

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz dominated Gael Monfils 6-2 6-4 and fourth seed Alexander Zverev escaped a tight first set en route to a 7-6(4) 6-3 win over Christopher Eubanks to reach the last 16 at the Miami Open on Monday.

'David Beckham thought he was bigger than Alex Ferguson'

'David Beckham thought he was bigger than Alex Ferguson'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

David Beckham thought he was too big for Manchester United and later surrendered part of his career by moving to the United States to play for LA Galaxy, former United manager Alex Ferguson said in his autobiography published on Tuesday.

Bastianini wins Malaysian GP; Bagnaia extends championship lead

Bastianini wins Malaysian GP; Bagnaia extends championship lead

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Ducati's Enea Bastianini claimed his first race victory of the season when he won the Malaysian Grand Prix ahead of Gresini's Alex Marquez on Sunday, while Jorge Martin failed to close the gap on championship leader Francesco Bagnaia.

Champions League: Barca, Arsenal march into quarters

Champions League: Barca, Arsenal march into quarters

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Barcelona reached the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time in four years

Honours even as Klopp-Guardiola EPL rivalry ends on high

Honours even as Klopp-Guardiola EPL rivalry ends on high

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

While Sunday's clash was the last time Klopp and Guardiola will face off for Premier League points, as far as this year's title race is concerned it merely made things even more interesting with Arsenal ahead of Liverpool on goal difference and City one point back. All three have 10 games left.