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Where Hyderabad Lost The Plot

Where Hyderabad Lost The Plot

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

It was the first time in 16 IPL seasons that Delhi has successfully defended a first innings total under 150.

WTT Contender: Manika starts with wins, Sharath ousted

WTT Contender: Manika starts with wins, Sharath ousted

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Manika, the highest ranked Indian in women's singles, got off to a flying start early in the first session, defeating 152nd ranked Englishwoman Ho Tin-Tin 3-0 (11-4,11-8,11-5).

'Sabhi taraf Tiranga he Tiranga dikh raha hai'

'Sabhi taraf Tiranga he Tiranga dikh raha hai'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

'90 is not impossible because if I am getting close, I can go beyond 90, maybe 92 or 93.' 'My main focus will be to first cross the 90 mark and then stay consistent in that score.'

Golf: Aditi makes cut in France; Diksha misses out

Golf: Aditi makes cut in France; Diksha misses out

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Aditi Ashok played a steady round of even par 72 to be tied-28th after the second round of the Amundi Evian Championship.

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

World number one Carlos Alcaraz will not play in the Australian Open after picking up a right leg muscle injury during pre-season training, the Spaniard said on Friday.

How PM Modi Became Saint Modi

How PM Modi Became Saint Modi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The transmogrification of Prime Minister Modi to Saint Modi began with the ground-breaking ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. By identifying himself with Lord Ram, Modi raised himself in popular imagination to a saintly person.

What's got Lara smiling?

What's got Lara smiling?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

The West Indian legend is the batting coach for Sunrisers Hyderabad who finally broke their duck and logged their first points this IPL season.

US Open PIX: Djokovic's great escape at US Open!

US Open PIX: Djokovic's great escape at US Open!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 5 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York, on Friday.

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 10 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

Norway chess: Anand beats Radjabov, Carlsen loses to Tari

Norway chess: Anand beats Radjabov, Carlsen loses to Tari

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Anand and Radjabov drew their Classical match in 42 moves in a Guicco Pianissimo game.

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr again faces racist abuse

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr again faces racist abuse

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Mallorca fans were filmed racially abusing Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr. in their Son Moix stadium during their 1-0 upset win against the LaLiga holders on Sunday.

To dent my image some people have given a 'supari': Modi

To dent my image some people have given a 'supari': Modi

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

"Earlier, governments were busy in vote bank appeasement but we are busy satisfying people," the prime minister said.

Indian GM Erigaisi shocks World champ Magnus Carlsen

Indian GM Erigaisi shocks World champ Magnus Carlsen

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Erigaisi is currently in fifth place after eight rounds.

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

While SA great Lance Klusener hailed Hardik Pandya as one of the best fast-bowling allrounders, he believes Pandya gave up on Test cricket too easily.

Pankaj Advani bags Asian Billiards title for 8th time

Pankaj Advani bags Asian Billiards title for 8th time

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

This is Advani's 40th international title and 8th Asian crown.

Indian shooters finish 1-2 in ISSF Junior World Cup

Indian shooters finish 1-2 in ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com11 May 2022

Patil won the gold after going 17-13 up against Abhinav Saw in a tight title-decider.

League Cup: Rashford helps United reach last four

League Cup: Rashford helps United reach last four

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Rashford stepped off the bench to fire two late goals to put the seal on an eighth victory in a row in all competitions for the home side.

Test rankings: Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin retain top-10 spots

Test rankings: Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin retain top-10 spots

Rediff.com25 May 2022

India's Ravindra Jadeja also remained on top of the all-rounders' table.

Ethiopians Lemi, Haymanot set course records in Mumbai Marathon

Ethiopians Lemi, Haymanot set course records in Mumbai Marathon

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

Records tumbled in Asia's most prestigious race as the Ethiopian duo of Hayle Lemi and Anchalem Haymanot blazed to victories at the Mumbai Marathon.

Lahiri in sight of historic win at The Players Championship

Lahiri in sight of historic win at The Players Championship

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Chasing his first win on the PGA Tour, India's Anirban Lahiri will take a one shot lead into the final day of The Players Championship after completing the third round with a 5-under 67 at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.

Transformed Kyrgios completes Washington double

Transformed Kyrgios completes Washington double

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Nick Kyrgios ended a three-year title drought with a dominant victory over Yoshito Nishioka at the Citi Open on Sunday and the Australian said he was stunned at his "incredible transformation" over the last year.

PIX: Lajovic upsets Murray; Andreescu downs Raducanu

PIX: Lajovic upsets Murray; Andreescu downs Raducanu

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Serbian Dusan Lajovic beat Andy Murray at the Miami Open on Wednesday, sending the Briton packing in the first round with his first hardcourt win of the season.

Test Rankings: Bumrah roars into top 5, Kohli slips to 9th

Test Rankings: Bumrah roars into top 5, Kohli slips to 9th

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

Jasprit Bumrah jumped six spots to fourth but struggling star batter Virat Kohli slipped to ninth

Tennis: Sania-Hradecka lose Charleston Open final

Tennis: Sania-Hradecka lose Charleston Open final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Opelka edges Kyrgios to set up all-American final with John Isner in Houston

No place for hate against any religion in India: Doval

No place for hate against any religion in India: Doval

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

"Every religion of the country has contributed to the growth of the nation. It is our responsibility to correct this atmosphere. We have to think as to what kind of India we will give to our future generations. You (religious leaders) are the most capable and you have bigger responsibilities to shoulder," Doval said.

Alcaraz graduates from up-and-comer to French Open threat

Alcaraz graduates from up-and-comer to French Open threat

Rediff.com9 May 2022

'I really look forward to going to Paris, to fight for the Grand Slam, and I am really looking forward to show my great level in a Grand Slam, too.'

Croatia Grand Chess: Anand held to draw in sixth round

Croatia Grand Chess: Anand held to draw in sixth round

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Former World champion Viswanathan Anand scored an impressive fifth-round win over Anton Korobov of Ukraine to rise to second position in the rapid competition of the Croatia Grand Chess Tour tournament, in Zagreb, on Thursday.

2022: A year of many firsts for Indian sports!

2022: A year of many firsts for Indian sports!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

A look at the historic achievements by India's athletes in 2022.

PIX: Punjab self destruct as Lucknow inch closer to play-offs

PIX: Punjab self destruct as Lucknow inch closer to play-offs

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

A sixth win in nine games takes IPL debutants LSG closer to a play-off berth, while the task gets tougher for Punjab with just four wins from nine games.

How Kyle Jamieson outfoxed Kohli and Pant

How Kyle Jamieson outfoxed Kohli and Pant

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Kyle Jamieson was impeccable with his lines and lengths right from the onset.

Deeply hurt by Oppn's Constitution Day boycott, says LS speaker Birla

Deeply hurt by Oppn's Constitution Day boycott, says LS speaker Birla

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Expressing 'pain' over opposition parties boycotting the Constitution Day event organised by the Lok Sabha secretariat on Friday, speaker Om Birla said staying away from such non-partisan events held by Parliament is not good for the health of democracy.

'Lyon has taken over from Ashwin as best off-spinner'

'Lyon has taken over from Ashwin as best off-spinner'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Ravichandran Ashwin is a prolific performer but former Australia chinaman bowler Brad Hogg believes that fellow countryman Nathan Lyon has upstaged the Indian tweaker as the best off-spinner in longest format. Ashwin has so far taken 365 wickets from 71 Tests, while Lyon has 390 wickets from 96 Tests.

Now, Brett Lee donates bitcoin for India's Covid fight

Now, Brett Lee donates bitcoin for India's Covid fight

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Former Australia pacer Brett Lee says the love and affection he has got from the people of India during his professional career and even after retirement holds a special place in his heart.

Root on Route to Record after Record

Root on Route to Record after Record

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from Day 3 of the India-England Test at Lord's.

PICS: Messi breaks drought, wins first major title with Argentina

PICS: Messi breaks drought, wins first major title with Argentina

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

The Barcelona striker has won the FIFA World Player of the Year a record six times and is widely considered one of the greatest players ever to play the game, alongside Pele and countryman Diego Maradona. But his inability to win an international title with Argentina always left an asterisk beside his name on the all-time greats list.

China building N-plants in Pak inconsistent with NGS rules: US

China building N-plants in Pak inconsistent with NGS rules: US

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Non-Proliferation Thomas Countryman said.

Mini Convertible, maximum joy

Mini Convertible, maximum joy

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Zippy and comfortable, the Mini Convertible is a perfect car for short jaunts, but this isn't the ride you'd choose to take your entire family to the airport or pick for a long family excursion, says Pavan Lall.

Iceland Changes You Forever

Iceland Changes You Forever

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The story of Iceland is the story of life, notes Payal Singh Mohanka after a recent journey to that fascinating land.

US Open PIX: Tiafoe knocks out Nadal; Swiatek survives

US Open PIX: Tiafoe knocks out Nadal; Swiatek survives

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

A summary of Monday's action at the US Open.

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Javagal Srinath played 67 Tests and 229 ODIs between 1991 and 2003, taking 236 and 315 wickets respectively. South African seamer Shaun Pollock believes the Indian never got the credit he deserved.