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Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan urged the Pakistan team to showcase their anger and some competition on the field rather than being in controversies off the field,

Ruthless Sinner whips Bublik to reach US Open quarter-finals

Ruthless Sinner whips Bublik to reach US Open quarter-finals

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Defending US Open champion Jannik Sinner continued his stellar run at the hardcourt Grand Slams with a 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 hammering of Kazakh 23rd seed Alexander Bublik on Monday to make the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows.

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

If all goes according to plan, the singing superstar will start his yet-untitled film by the end of the year.

Cold handshake, hot words: Townsend, Ostapenko clash at US Open

Cold handshake, hot words: Townsend, Ostapenko clash at US Open

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'She told me I had no class, I have no education and to see what happens when we get outside the US.'

US Open PIX: Osaka stuns Gauff; Swiatek, Anisimova in quarters

US Open PIX: Osaka stuns Gauff; Swiatek, Anisimova in quarters

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Naomi Osaka produced a commanding performance to knock out third seed Coco Gauff.

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Novak Djokovic became the oldest man to reach the quarter-finals at all four Grand Slams in a single season.

Alcaraz, Djokovic lose in US Open mixed doubles

Alcaraz, Djokovic lose in US Open mixed doubles

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'We heard it was like the Hollywood of mixed doubles.'

Hurkacz withdraws from Wimbledon

Hurkacz withdraws from Wimbledon

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Poland's Hubert Hurkacz has been forced to withdraw from Wimbledon after failing to recover from surgery, the former World No. 6 said on Friday.

10 US Open Tennis Outfits You Can't Miss

10 US Open Tennis Outfits You Can't Miss

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

The 2025 US Open is more than just a tennis tournament; it's a bold display of personal expression and a vibrant celebration of style.

US Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek through to last 16; Zverev stunned

US Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek through to last 16; Zverev stunned

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Images from the US Open matches played at Flushing Meadows on Saturday

Keys survives scare to seal epic Paris showdown

Keys survives scare to seal epic Paris showdown

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Madison Keys fought off a late challenge from fellow American Hailey Baptiste to book her spot in the French Open quarter-finals with a 6-3, 7-5 victory at Roland Garros on Monday.

Billie Jean King Cup: India beat Chinese Taipei 2-1

Billie Jean King Cup: India beat Chinese Taipei 2-1

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Rutuja Bhosale won the singles rubber while the duo of Prarthana Thombare and Ankita Raina prevailed in the doubles contest as the Indian women's team defeated Chinese Taipei 2-1 in a Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tie in Changsha, China, on Thursday.

Billie Jean King Cup: India go down 0-3 to China

Billie Jean King Cup: India go down 0-3 to China

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

India will next take on Chinese Taipei on Thursday.

Billie Jean King Cup: India down South Korea for third win

Billie Jean King Cup: India down South Korea for third win

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

India picked up their third victory in the Billie Jean King Cup as they defeated South Korea 2-1 in a Asia Oceania Group-1 tie in Changsha, China on Friday.

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the emergence of their battery of fast bowlers, India have turned the tide at Lord's with two of their victories coming from their last three Tests -- in 2014 and 2021.

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

Meet Priyanka's Hollywood Co-Stars

Meet Priyanka's Hollywood Co-Stars

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Priyanka Chopra has bagged her next big project.

Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

List of Wimbledon women's singles champions after Iga Swiatek beat Amanda Anisimova in the final on Saturday:

Early blows for India at Chennai Open Challenger

Early blows for India at Chennai Open Challenger

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

In the doubles draw, Indian pair Siddhant Banthia and Parikshit Somani beat compatriots Sai Karteek Reddy Ganta and Vishnu Vardhan 6-3, 3-6, 10-7 to book their spot in the quarter-finals.

Later, gator! Horschel shoos alligator off PGA Tour course with club

Later, gator! Horschel shoos alligator off PGA Tour course with club

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Steely-nerved Billy Horschel grabbed his 60-degree wedge to chase an alligator off the course at the Cognizant Classic on Thursday, sending the scaly predator scampering into the water at the PGA National course in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Watch Salman's Sikandar On OTT

Watch Salman's Sikandar On OTT

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Salman, Sirens, Seoul sisters, the OTT menu this week is as diverse as it gets.

BJK Cup: Shrivalli, Vaidehi take India closer to semis

BJK Cup: Shrivalli, Vaidehi take India closer to semis

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Shrivalli Bhamidipaty and Vaidehi Chaudhari led India to a 2-1 victory over Chinese Taipei in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, securing their third consecutive win

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Colonel Billie Sodhi's life and family heritage reflect an unwavering commitment to excellence in polo, equestrian sports, and a rare, enduring athletic legacy.

How Sam Konstas' father unknowingly prepared his son for tough battles

How Sam Konstas' father unknowingly prepared his son for tough battles

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Konstas lived up to the hype around his talent by smashing an impressive 60 off 65 balls when the Boxing Day Test

Manish Malhotra's Difficult Michael Jackson Challenge

Manish Malhotra's Difficult Michael Jackson Challenge

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The designer recalls how he made a sherwani for Michael Jackson in 'one day without measurements'.

'Habemus Sinner!': World No. 1 Returns

'Habemus Sinner!': World No. 1 Returns

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'I am happy to play tennis again.'

New faces in India's Billie Jean King Cup squad

New faces in India's Billie Jean King Cup squad

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

The Indian youngsters were rewarded for their good form as they were named in India's Billie Jean King Cup squad.

The 10 Coolest Cosplayers From The Con

The 10 Coolest Cosplayers From The Con

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The cosplay at the Mumbai Comic Con 2025 is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.

PIX: Inter extend Serie A lead; Napoli down Milan

PIX: Inter extend Serie A lead; Napoli down Milan

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Defending champions Inter Milan secured a 2-1 home win against Udinese in Serie A on Sunday with first-half goals from Marko Arnautovic and Davide Frattesi.

Swiatek leads Poland to historic win over Czech Republic

Swiatek leads Poland to historic win over Czech Republic

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Poland will face Italy in their first ever Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals after beating the Czech Republic 2-1 in a hard-fought tie that ended in the early hours of Sunday.

Joe Root overshadowed by brother Billy in County clash

Joe Root overshadowed by brother Billy in County clash

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Billy Root claimed a chunk of family bragging rights over older brother and England Test captain Joe Root on Sunday when the pair came face to face in the County Championship.

Davis Cup round-up: US lead Taiwan; Japan, Britain 1-1

Davis Cup round-up: US lead Taiwan; Japan, Britain 1-1

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Alex Michelsen hung on to defeat Tung-Lin Wu and help the United States take a 2-0 lead against Taiwan in the Davis Cup qualifier in Taipei City on Friday.

Ramanathan-Myneni stumble in final hurdle in Chennai

Ramanathan-Myneni stumble in final hurdle in Chennai

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Rajeshwaran shown the door at Mumbai Open

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

This contemporary, ocean-inspired look has become a cultural movement in 2024.

Davis Cup: Easy for Australia, US; Japan stun Britain

Davis Cup: Easy for Australia, US; Japan stun Britain

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Davis Cup heavyweights Australia and the United States eased through the first qualifying round on Saturday but Britain were knocked out as Japan hit back from 2-1 down to win 3-2, while Denmark staged a dramatic comeback to overcome Serbia.

Neeraj's Paris T-shirt immortalised in World Athletics museum

Neeraj's Paris T-shirt immortalised in World Athletics museum

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra is among 23 athletes whose competition artefacts have been inducted into the World Athletics Heritage Collection.

The Curious Case Of Miley's Missing Eyebrows

The Curious Case Of Miley's Missing Eyebrows

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Hollywood's biggest night was high on glitz and glamour but lacked the edge and excitement of the movies it was celebrating, observes Sukanya Verma.

Swiatek returns to pro tennis after self-induced break

Swiatek returns to pro tennis after self-induced break

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Poland's Iga Swiatek will play in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Malaga in November, where they face hosts Spain in the opening match, the world number two said on Tuesday

Swiatek sends Poland into Billie Jean King Cup finals

Swiatek sends Poland into Billie Jean King Cup finals

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Poland's red-hot world number one Iga Swiatek did not drop a game in her Saturday singles match against Romania's Andreea Prisacariu, sending Poland through to November's Billie Jean King Cup finals in decisive fashion.

Aus Open PX: Rain wreaks havoc on opening day

Aus Open PX: Rain wreaks havoc on opening day

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Five singles matches were cancelled as persistent rain washed out a large chunk of play on the opening day of the Australian Open on Sunday, disappointing the large crowds that flocked to Melbourne Park.