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GT middle-order struggles down to lack of exposure?

GT middle-order struggles down to lack of exposure?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Arshad Khan also reflected on their previous fixture against Chennai Super Kings, acknowledging it wasn't their best.

Kamal Haasan moves HC for 'Thug Life' release amid Kannada row

Kamal Haasan moves HC for 'Thug Life' release amid Kannada row

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The move comes in response to the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce's (KFCC) recent announcement that it would not permit the screening of the film in Karnataka unless Haasan issues a public apology for his comment suggesting that Kannada evolved from Tamil.

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Successive elections since 2019 have proved that the Modi charisma and Shah's strategy does not work in Tamil Nadu. Now, they have to see next year if the DMK is capable of losing, whether to an existing NDA alliance or an expanded version, if one becomes necessary and possible!, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Controversy's Child Kamal Haasan

Controversy's Child Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Kamal has a crisp pen when it comes to writing short and yet powerful film dialogues. But while speaking ex tempore -- and that has been his style -- he looks every bit a confused man, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar's astute captaincy has been apparent throughout this season, be it bowling changes or field placements, he has been spot on. Unlike other franchises where captaining big egos has not sat well with certain players, Patidar has commanded the respect of his senior India as well as international team-mates.

Dayanidhi Maran accuses brother Kalanidhi of 'financial crimes'

Dayanidhi Maran accuses brother Kalanidhi of 'financial crimes'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's Lok Sabha MP Dayanidhi Maran has accused his brother Kalanithi Maran of "financial crimes," and asked him to restore the entire shareholding position of Sun TV and related companies to their original state or face legal and regulatory action.

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey reacts after the team's fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League, their first of the first in the cash-rich league's history.

Discussions over IPL resumption to begin on Sunday: Shukla

Discussions over IPL resumption to begin on Sunday: Shukla

Rediff.com10 May 2025

However, minutes after filing this report, news of ceasefire violations in Srinagar have been reported.

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

What's ailing CSK? Coach Fleming reviews another loss

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

The defeat mirrored Chennai's previous two matches, where they also scored less than eight runs per over in the powerplay.

DGCA rebukes Turkish Airlines over safety lapses at Indian airports

DGCA rebukes Turkish Airlines over safety lapses at Indian airports

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Civil aviation authorities have directed Turkish Airlines to ensure 'full compliance' with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards and Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regulations, an official statement said on Wednesday.

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The deal with Nokia will be signed in San Francisco on Friday morning in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, who is on a 17-day trip to the US to attract fresh investments.

How RCB, Punjab Kings Fared In IPL Finals

How RCB, Punjab Kings Fared In IPL Finals

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This is only the second time that Punjab Kings reached the IPL final, while it is the fourth time that RCB have made it to the title clash.

Gill India's fifth youngest Test captain

Gill India's fifth youngest Test captain

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Star batter Shubman Gill was on Saturday named captain of the Indian Test squad for the upcoming five-match away series against England, signaling the start of a new era in Indian red-ball cricket.

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'Lately, I have been batting a lot in the nets and facing the quick bowlers, especially with the new ball, and that's given me immense confidence.'

Sea Of Fans Greet Bumrah In Chennai

Sea Of Fans Greet Bumrah In Chennai

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Jasprit Bumrah made a surprise appearance at the Satyabhama Institute of Science and Technology in Chennai on Monday.

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Delhi Capitals are still in the race for the play-off along with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Records Fall As Chahal Registers His 2nd IPL Hat-trick

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Chahal is now the first player in IPL history to take a hat-trick against CSK.

Leggie Chawla 'bids adieu' to cricket

Leggie Chawla 'bids adieu' to cricket

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The leg-spinner was a part of KKR's 2014 IPL-winning team and hit the winning runs for the Gautam Gambhir-led side in the summit clash against the Punjab Kings in Bengaluru.

'It was good to finish off on winning note'

'It was good to finish off on winning note'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

With this victory, CSK finished last with four victories and 10 losses, giving them eight points. On the other hand, GT ended the campaign with a loss, which could hamper their top two chances, with nine wins and five losses, giving them 18 points.

Chennai Test: Kohli, Rohit, Gill Flop

Chennai Test: Kohli, Rohit, Gill Flop

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Virat Kohli's much anticipated return to Test cricket was marred by a disappointing dismissal for just six runs in the first innings against Bangladesh in Chennai.

Kohli Cracks Up; Dhoni Mentors Spinner

Kohli Cracks Up; Dhoni Mentors Spinner

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli and Shivam Dubes shared a lighthearted moment, breaking into laughter over a joke during the practice session.

Titans In Turmoil: Major Concerns Ahead Of Playoffs

Titans In Turmoil: Major Concerns Ahead Of Playoffs

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Was it complacency or a case of easing off after securing qualification?

KKR-CSK pause play to salute Operation Sindoor heroes

KKR-CSK pause play to salute Operation Sindoor heroes

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Players from Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings, along with BCCI officials, lined up along the boundary ropes at Eden Gardens to pay a heartfelt tribute to the Indian armed forces.

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Caught in the heat of his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders's must-win match against Chennai Super Kings in Kolkata on Wednesday, Rahane was unaware of Rohit's retirement from Test cricket on the same day.

'I had no clue...' Karun recalls dark days after snub

'I had no clue...' Karun recalls dark days after snub

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

His Bradmanesque sequence of scores in domestic cricket in recent years have mingled with the most testing time of his career, but Karun Nair picks the "end of 2022" as the toughest he has had to endure, describing it as "quite a dark place."

Surya's sweep-shot obsession down to Maidaan cricket

Surya's sweep-shot obsession down to Maidaan cricket

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

While Suryakumar went about his business with his unique style, Rohit put his raw power on exhibition and effortlessly muscled the ball past the boundary ropes.

'CSK playing with very conservative approach'

'CSK playing with very conservative approach'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

'That losing feeling lingers, and it's hard to get rid of sometimes.'

SC slams K'taka govt, paves way for Kamal's Thug Life release in state

SC slams K'taka govt, paves way for Kamal's Thug Life release in state

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Karnataka government over actor Kamal Haasan's film "Thug Life" not being released in the state, saying mob and vigilantes cannot be allowed to take to the streets.

Dhoni already planning for IPL 2026?

Dhoni already planning for IPL 2026?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Rayudu emphasised that while CSK is enduring one of its toughest phases, it could serve as a much-needed reality check and an opportunity to rebuild for the future.

Fleming drops big hint on CSK's rebuilding process

Fleming drops big hint on CSK's rebuilding process

Rediff.com19 May 2025

I am a fan of experience, experience wins tournaments: Fleming

'It's Enough': Bangar Urges Dhoni to Step Aside

'It's Enough': Bangar Urges Dhoni to Step Aside

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Sanjay Bangar believes the Chennai Super Kings legend must now seriously consider stepping aside, suggesting that clinging on may only delay an inevitable transition.

IPL 2025 PIX: Dhoni, Jadeja, Ashwin hit the nets!

IPL 2025 PIX: Dhoni, Jadeja, Ashwin hit the nets!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was the centre of attention as Chennai Super Kings hits the nets in Chennai on Monday.

UTT Season 6: Dabang Delhi ease past Jaipur Patriots

UTT Season 6: Dabang Delhi ease past Jaipur Patriots

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Internationals Sathiyan Gnanasekaran and Diya Chitale fired Dabang Delhi to a commanding 11-4 win over Jaipur Patriots in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 6 opener in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

KKR-CSK match rocked by bomb threat

KKR-CSK match rocked by bomb threat

Rediff.com7 May 2025

A bomb threat email sent to the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) caused a security scare during the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.

'I take the blame': Dhoni owns up for last-over loss

'I take the blame': Dhoni owns up for last-over loss

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Dayal held his nerve when it mattered most, conceding only three runs off the last three balls to secure RCB's first-ever double over CSK in IPL history.

Earliest monsoon onset in Maharashtra in 35 years

Earliest monsoon onset in Maharashtra in 35 years

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The southwest monsoon arrived in Maharashtra on Sunday, making it the earliest onset of the annual rainfall season over the state in 35 years, according to the India Meteorological Department. The monsoon is expected to advance to Mumbai and some other parts over the next three days. The monsoon advanced into some more parts of the Arabian Sea, Karnataka, entire Goa, parts of Maharashtra, north Bay of Bengal, and parts of Mizoram, parts of Manipur and Nagaland on Sunday. The northern limit of monsoon passes through Devgad, Belagavi, Haveri, Mandya, Dharmapuri, Chennai, Aizawl and Kohima. Conditions are favorable for further advance into some more parts of central Arabian Sea, more parts of Maharashtra including Mumbai, Karnataka including Bengaluru, some parts of Andhra Pradesh, remaining parts of Tamil Nadu, more parts of west-central and North Bay of Bengal and some more parts of North Eastern states during next three days. The southwest monsoon hit Kerala on Saturday, marking its earliest arrival over the Indian mainland since 2009.

Housing prices remain stable in Mumbai, Delhi in Q4

Housing prices remain stable in Mumbai, Delhi in Q4

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Average housing prices across Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Delhi-NCR, Chennai and Pune remained stable during the January-March period compared to the previous quarter while rates appreciated 4-5 per cent in the other four major cities, according to PropTiger. Data from real estate brokerage firm PropTiger, a part of REA India that owns Housing.com, showed that prices in Bengaluru and Hyderabad grew 5 per cent each while Ahmedabad and Kolkata saw an appreciation of 4 per cent each.

'Time for Dhoni to rest'

'Time for Dhoni to rest'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni had said earlier this month he will decide on his IPL future after working hard for 6-8 months.

Ponting reveals what makes Shreyas a good captain

Ponting reveals what makes Shreyas a good captain

Rediff.com1 May 2025

"He's hungry for success, it's a good thing for a captain," PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting lauds Shreyas Iyer after win over CSK