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How Many Indians Have Played 100 Tests?

How Many Indians Have Played 100 Tests?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

As Pujara gears up to play his 100th Test, here's a look at the list of the 12 cricketers who are a part of the 100 Tests club in India.

Playing for Australia more important than IPL money: Starc

Playing for Australia more important than IPL money: Starc

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Mitchell Starc keeps away from T20 leagues around the world, including the IPL, despite the handsome money on offer as he wants to be at his best playing for Australia.

Why Arshdeep's Babar Wicket Is Special

Why Arshdeep's Babar Wicket Is Special

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Arshdeep became just the second bowler to dismiss the Pakistan captain -- one of the finest batters currently in world cricket -- on a golden duck in T20 internationals.

A Toast To The Butter Man

A Toast To The Butter Man

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Among the many pearls of wisdom he bequeathed me, this one is probably the most precious: If you don't enjoy what you have created, how will anyone else? Manish Jhaveri remembers the legendary adman Sylvester daCunha.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

When RCB Dropped Chahal Without a Phone Call

When RCB Dropped Chahal Without a Phone Call

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

'I played around 140 matches for RCB, but I received no proper communication from them.'

'There has to be continuity and consistency in selection'

'There has to be continuity and consistency in selection'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'Selectors should have a clear idea about him (Pujara). Do they need him to play Test cricket anymore or do they want to continue with youngsters and communicate it to him. Somebody like Pujara can't be dropped, then picked, dropped again and then picked. Same with Ajinkya Rahane also.'

Reliving Glory: India's thrilling win in 2002 Natwest

Reliving Glory: India's thrilling win in 2002 Natwest

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Indian cricket team achieved an extraordinary victory on foreign soil by defeating a formidable England

47,000 Luxury Cars To Be Sold This Year!

47,000 Luxury Cars To Be Sold This Year!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

After a brief lull during the pandemic, there is a strong revival in luxury car sales, bolstered by more launches across price bands, replacement demand, ban on old diesel vehicles in the NCR, and 'revenge buying'.

Diageo's India-born CEO Ivan Menezes passes away

Diageo's India-born CEO Ivan Menezes passes away

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Ivan Manuel Menezes, the India-born CEO of the world's biggest spirits company Diageo, died on Wednesday, days after being hospitalised for treatment of stomach ulcer. Menezes, 64, who was to retire at the end of this month, died in London, the company said. "It is with great sadness that Diageo announces that Sir Ivan Menezes has passed away following a brief illness, with his family at his side," it said in a statement. Diageo had on Monday announced that CEO-designate Debra Crew will assume the top role on an interim basis immediately as Menezes undergoes medical treatment.

Did Australia err by not playing warm up games?

Did Australia err by not playing warm up games?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

Suresh Raina is baffled by Australian team's decision to opt for simulation training rather than play warm-up games ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy four-Test series.

How Stoinis Exploded!

How Stoinis Exploded!

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Stoinis single-handedly dragged the Lucknow Super Giants from 123 after 17 overs to a commanding total that soared well beyond the par score of 177.

FIFA: Sunil Chhetri Is Captain Fantastic

FIFA: Sunil Chhetri Is Captain Fantastic

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

FIFA has now created a special series about India's football captain in recognition of his glorious career.

Warner committed to play but will quit if asked to

Warner committed to play but will quit if asked to

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

On Tuesday, Warner, one the finest all-format players, became the 10th man in Test cricket's history to score a century in his 100th match, and the second to score a double ton.

What Lewandowski Gifted A Saudi Fan

What Lewandowski Gifted A Saudi Fan

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

After years of scoring goals for his old club Bayern Munich and now Barcelona, Lewandowski, one of the world's finest strikers, finally found his target for the first time in a World Cup.

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

'I'm involved in what needs to be done rather than thinking about the result'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Following Chennai Super Kings' win over Royal Challengers Bangalore, CSK skipper MS Dhoni hailed the young bowlers for their stupendous show in the death overs.

'Nitin Desai was the best at what he did'

'Nitin Desai was the best at what he did'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'Always smiling, creative, problem solver, ambitious and a man who walked ahead of an Industry.'

Sara Ali Khan, As Never Seen Before

Sara Ali Khan, As Never Seen Before

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Sara Ali Khan says she is proud to portray a character that echoes 'bravery and courage' in her upcoming movie, Ae Watan Mere Watan.

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

'We could make mincemeat of the Pakistanis'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'My adrenalin kicked in and the happiness returned! It was time to go in for the kill again.' IAF Veterans Group Captain Dilip Kumar Dass tells Air Commodore Nitin Sathe about how the IAF decimated tanks in the famous Battle of Longewala.

Why Shastri rates Shubman Gill highly

Why Shastri rates Shubman Gill highly

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'Early stages in the tournament, good batting tracks, you get to your highest score, you're playing for a new franchisee, it can only boost your confidence.'

Timeline: Djokovic's run to record 24 Grand Slam titles

Timeline: Djokovic's run to record 24 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Daniil Medvedev in the US Open final to win a 24th Grand Slam singles title and equal Margaret Court's record haul.

Photos: The FINEST Cars in Bollywood

Photos: The FINEST Cars in Bollywood

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

Humshakals features the rare Mclaren sports car but we've seen these awesome cars before, in the movies.

Riteish Deshmukh's FINEST onscreen avatar? VOTE!

Riteish Deshmukh's FINEST onscreen avatar? VOTE!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

Take this fun poll now!

Dev Anand's Important Life Lesson

Dev Anand's Important Life Lesson

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

'How do you stay so energised? So young?' 'Dev Anand flashed that familiar crooked grin and told me, "The mind never grows old. It urges you to surge ahead".'

Kangna Ranaut's FINEST film roles? VOTE!

Kangna Ranaut's FINEST film roles? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Take this fun poll now!

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal hit a century on debut as India seized complete control on the second day of the first Test against the West Indies.

CSK Vs GT: Who Will Win IPL 2023 Opener?

CSK Vs GT: Who Will Win IPL 2023 Opener?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The 2023 IPL season gets underway on Friday, March 31, 2023, with a blockbuster clash between the Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.

10 Hit Sequels On OTT

10 Hit Sequels On OTT

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Ten sequels that either complemented the first or surpassed it.

1001 Nunakal Review: When Confessions Go Wrong

1001 Nunakal Review: When Confessions Go Wrong

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Though the lies hardly go beyond extramarital affairs and conception problems, they are laid out by arresting storytellers who raise the stakes while speaking in tongues not wiped clean to make progressive points (No Made in Heaven-type diddling, here), notes Sreehari Nair.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

France's hopes of a winning start to their Women's World Cup campaign were thwarted by a hardworking Jamaican side in a 0-0 draw in the opening Group F clash at Sydney Football Stadium on Sunday.

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

There is a congruence of interests between Ukrainian intelligence and its Western mentors to destroy Wagner and eliminate it from the geopolitical chessboard altogether, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The key performers who guided India to their second successive WTC final.

Janhvi, Alia, Kriti Are Crazy About This

Janhvi, Alia, Kriti Are Crazy About This

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Pearls for summer? Of course, say celebs.

Hardik's 5/28, one of India's finest bowling performances abroad

Hardik's 5/28, one of India's finest bowling performances abroad

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

Hardik has just taken 10 Tests to record a rare feat -- scored a ton and taken 5 wickets. Still not 25, Hardik has shown that he belongs to the place, says Rajneesh Gupta, giving us the numbers that matter.

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'Society deals with you the way they do, or forms an opinion, depending on if your family is with you every step of the way.'

Britain imposes export ban on Tipu Sultan's rare sporting gun

Britain imposes export ban on Tipu Sultan's rare sporting gun

Rediff.com29 May 2023

A rare 18th century decorated gun made in India for Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan, and valued at around GBP 2 million, has been barred from export to allow time for a UK-based institution to acquire it for the public study of a "fraught period" in India-UK history.

IPL 2023: Trevor Gonsalves has big shoes to fill

IPL 2023: Trevor Gonsalves has big shoes to fill

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Gonsalves has entered the 'big league' having served four years as a scout for Punjab Kings.

Advocates protest SC collegium's transfer of Gujarat HC judge to Patna

Advocates protest SC collegium's transfer of Gujarat HC judge to Patna

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Members of the Gujarat High Court Advocates' Association on Thursday passed a resolution strongly opposing the recommendation of the Supreme Court collegium to transfer Justice Nikhil Kariel to the Patna high court, and also abstained from work for the second half of the day as a mark of protest.

Former Australia 'keeper Marsh suffers heart attack

Former Australia 'keeper Marsh suffers heart attack

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Marsh, 74, was in Bundaberg for a charity cricket match for Bulls Masters, a local non-profit organisation.

Shakila starred in some of the finest Hindi songs

Shakila starred in some of the finest Hindi songs

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Shakila's seductive performances in the ever-popular club number Babuji Dheere Chalna and the fabulous torch song Hoon Abhi Main Jawaan made filmmakers sit up and notice this new talent.