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Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Playing in Kolkata a homecoming of sorts for MSD

Rediff.com6 May 2025

It was at Eden in January 2001 that a young Dhoni, then representing Bihar, announced himself with a maiden first-class century -- a knock that now feels prophetic in retrospect.

IPL 2025: New date fixed for KKR Vs LSG tie in Kolkata

IPL 2025: New date fixed for KKR Vs LSG tie in Kolkata

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday rescheduled the Indian Premier League ((IPL) match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants from April 6 to April 8.

Rinku, the fielder, puts his hand up in KKR's narrow win

Rinku, the fielder, puts his hand up in KKR's narrow win

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Rinku made a valuable 19 runs in six balls, that powered KKR to post 200+, he saved certain boundaries while fielding, which eventually won KKR the match.

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Has Maxwell played his last game in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Wednesday, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer hinted that Glenn Maxwell is ruled out for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season due to a finger injury.

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The Calcutta high court on Thursday granted interim bail to social media influencer Sharmistha Panoli, who was arrested by the Kolkata police for allegedly uploading a video with communal comments.

Varun Believes In This Superstition...

Varun Believes In This Superstition...

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Ahead of the match against LSG he was sat down by the KKR social media team who got him to answer some rapid fire questions.

PIX: Mohun Bagan players return Rishabh Pant's favour

PIX: Mohun Bagan players return Rishabh Pant's favour

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Both franchises are owned by Sanjiv Goenka.

PIX: Chock-Bates win third straight Ice Dance World title

PIX: Chock-Bates win third straight Ice Dance World title

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates claimed gold at the World Figure Skating Championships on Saturday to become the first team in 28 years to capture three consecutive World Ice Dance titles.

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.

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.

Sunrisers, Knight Riders playing for pride, not points

Sunrisers, Knight Riders playing for pride, not points

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders will have little motivation left when they take on also ousted Sunrisers Hyderabad in an inconsequential IPL game in New Delhi on Sunday.

Pitches won't change: Eden curator fires back

Pitches won't change: Eden curator fires back

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

With KKR failing to capitalise on home advantage, the pressure is already mounting on Rahane and his squad to bounce back in their next encounter.

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

SEE: Rashid's charcha with 'captain sahab' Gill

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'In-flight charcha with our Captain and Vice-Captain Sahab!. PS: We'll be reminding Shubman about your bat, Rashid Bhai!' GT captioned the video.

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rain wrecks IPL thriller! Punjab Kings, KKR forced to split points

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday

Bravo, Rinku & Venky's Dance Sets the Internet on Fire

Bravo, Rinku & Venky's Dance Sets the Internet on Fire

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, and coach Dwayne Bravo brought the house down as they grooved to the viral 'Vartaman' track

Pandemic... And Now War! What It Takes To Halt The IPL

Pandemic... And Now War! What It Takes To Halt The IPL

Rediff.com9 May 2025

With 12 league fixtures and four playoff matches remaining, the BCCI is expected to wait for de-escalation before evaluating any resumption window.

'I Had Just Given My 10th Std. Exam'

'I Had Just Given My 10th Std. Exam'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'I was super shy and awkward and had no idea what huge stars I was working with.'

'We should have finished this'

'We should have finished this'

Rediff.com4 May 2025

A magnificent fighting 95 from skipper Riyan Parag went in vain as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) held their nerves to deny Rajasthan Royals (RR) a win, leaving them one run short at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

India's 1st reaction on Trump tariff: Not a setback, but...

India's 1st reaction on Trump tariff: Not a setback, but...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

India is already negotiating a bilateral trade agreement with the US. The two countries are aiming to finalise the first phase of the pact by fall (September-October) of this year.

Kashmir's Beautiful Almond Blossoms

Kashmir's Beautiful Almond Blossoms

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

As spring arrives in Kashmir, the Badamwari Garden, also known as Badam Vaer in Srinagar, is witnessing a surge in visitors, drawn by the breathtaking bloom of almond trees.

What's the reason for Bhuvi's omission from RCB XI?

What's the reason for Bhuvi's omission from RCB XI?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

At Rs 10.75 crore, the 35-year-old India discard is one the most expensive players signed by RCB at the mega auction.

'Were the changes worth it? They'll sit back and say no'

'Were the changes worth it? They'll sit back and say no'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Morgan said KKR failed to forge partnerships in chase of 199 as they finished at an ordinary 159 for eight.

'We're not batting properly. So that's just the reality'

'We're not batting properly. So that's just the reality'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'Form brings confidence. And we, at the moment, to be honest, don't have that confidence.'

Can KKR enter play-offs? We can still qualify: Rahane

Can KKR enter play-offs? We can still qualify: Rahane

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders are on the brink of elimination from the Indian Premier League after losing to Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday, but captain Ajinkya Rahane remains hopeful.

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

IPL: Delhi Capitals equal RCB's unwanted home record!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The defeat against Mumbai Indians was the 45th home loss for Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi to equal RCB's record.

Trump tariffs 'will go into effect immediately': White House

Trump tariffs 'will go into effect immediately': White House

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Trump met with his trade team on Tuesday, and the tariffs he announces at a Rose Garden ceremony at 4 pm ET Wednesday will go into effect "immediately," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said at a press briefing.

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad find themselves in troubled waters, having lost two of their last three games

China hits US with 125% tariffs, Xi seeks EU support

China hits US with 125% tariffs, Xi seeks EU support

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

China on Friday raised its additional tariffs on imports from the United States to 125 per cent in retaliation to the Trump administration's 145 per cent levies on Chinese exports.

Just 10.5 cm rainfall wrecks Bengaluru even before monsoon arrives

Just 10.5 cm rainfall wrecks Bengaluru even before monsoon arrives

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Some of the worst-affected areas include Manyata Tech Park, BTM Layout, Ejipura Junction, HSR Layout 5th and 6th sectors and Silk Board Junction.

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India had better be prepared. Munir could be back at our throats soon, even within the next 12 months, warns Shekhar Gupta.

India imposes its own 'uniquely burdensome' rules: US

India imposes its own 'uniquely burdensome' rules: US

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

On India, the chart showed that the country charged 52 per cent tariffs on the US "including currency manipulation and trade barriers," and America will now charge India "discounted reciprocal tariffs" of 26 per cent.

PIX: King Kohli Lords It Over The Knights At Eden

PIX: King Kohli Lords It Over The Knights At Eden

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Kohli's 55th IPL half-century laid the platform before skipper Rajat Patidar hit a quickfire 34 off 16 balls to help RCB kickoff their campaign on a positive note.

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Will the Royals spoil Knights' party at Eden?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Riding high on their new-found confidence, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be hoping to finally get it right at home and keep their play-off hopes alive when they take on a struggling Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match in Kolkata on Sunday.

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rathi Debuts New Wicket Celebration

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Instead of his now-famous 'notebook celebration', which landed him in hot water twice this season, the 25 year old unveiled a brand-new move: A symbolic gesture of writing on the ground, a subtle nod to his earlier antics but toned down to avoid further fines and sanctions.

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Is Dhoni fit to play? CSK bowling coach gives update

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Dhoni skips practice again but CSK bowling coach says he is 'fine' and 'will play'

Pitch controversy: Should IPL teams control home advantage?

Pitch controversy: Should IPL teams control home advantage?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The nature of the pitch at KKR's home venue has been in discussion ever since captain Ajinkya Rahane wished getting more support for his spinners at the Eden Gardens.

KKR coach unfazed by Dhoni mania at Eden

KKR coach unfazed by Dhoni mania at Eden

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Chandrakant Pandit has said that his team is focused on the game and not the frenzy surrounding MS Dhoni's possible farewell at Eden Gardens.

'We're Winning The War Against Terrorism'

'We're Winning The War Against Terrorism'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'We've moved from thousands killed yearly in Jammu and Kashmir to 127 last year.' 'Cross-border terrorism in Kashmir is being solved. We are winning it.'

Shubman Gill reveals the secret to GT's winning formula

Shubman Gill reveals the secret to GT's winning formula

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Leading from the front, Gill played a captain's knock -which earned him the Player of the Match award.

Tiger's GrandCub Steals The Show

Tiger's GrandCub Steals The Show

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Dancing to her Bollywood hits, Sara Ali Khan -- whose grandfather Mansoor Ali Khan 'Tiger' Pataudi captained India in 46 Tests and great grandfather Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi played Test cricket for England and India -- had the crowd grooving.