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'Must-win' mindset the key for South Africa in semis

'Must-win' mindset the key for South Africa in semis

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

South Africa and Australia are set to meet in a semi-final on Thursday. The Proteas thrashed the Aussies by 134 runs in the league stage match last month.

'Luckily for us, Laxman was there today'

'Luckily for us, Laxman was there today'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2010

India pacer Zaheer Khan lauded the showing of VVS Laxman in India's one-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test at Mohali.

'If you meet Bilkis, you'd feel she has become a stone'

'If you meet Bilkis, you'd feel she has become a stone'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

'She had the courage to not cow down before the entire law and order apparatus, to remain sane and human despite inhuman suffering meted out to her and her family.'

2nd T20: How India's bowlers tackled dew to outclass Australia

2nd T20: How India's bowlers tackled dew to outclass Australia

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'We were prepared, we knew that dew was going to play a huge role.'

The Rockstars In Saris

The Rockstars In Saris

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

They groove to their own songs, over 80 in all. Their aim? To convey social messages. Meet Meri Zindagi -- the all-woman, Lucknow-based rock band.

Man City sink Sevilla in shootout to win first Super Cup

Man City sink Sevilla in shootout to win first Super Cup

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Manchester City held their nerve to beat Sevilla 5-4 on penalties

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma admitted that his side has not played its best cricket in the Asia Cup

Jadeja 'ready for Australia' after seven-wicket haul against TN

Jadeja 'ready for Australia' after seven-wicket haul against TN

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Jadeja's haul helped Saurashtra bowl out TN for 133 in the second innings and the visitors require 262 runs for an outright victory on Friday.

Meet the accidental shooter who beat China's best!

Meet the accidental shooter who beat China's best!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Samra was juggling between her MBBS studies at the GGS Medical College (in Faridkot) and shooting but ultimately decided to change her course.

Heroic missions: From 1989 Op Raniganj to Thai cave rescue

Heroic missions: From 1989 Op Raniganj to Thai cave rescue

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Arguably the 'most talked about' rescue mission in recent years, the story of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach trapped in the Tham Luang Cave, prompting a global rescue effort, gripped the world.

Rohit's secret plan to tackle Pakistan's deadly pace trio

Rohit's secret plan to tackle Pakistan's deadly pace trio

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma said his batters will have to rely on their rich experience to counter Pakistan's potent pace trio

Sara Khadem lifts Triveni Continental Kings, Ganges Grandmasters reclaim lead

Sara Khadem lifts Triveni Continental Kings, Ganges Grandmasters reclaim lead

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Ganges Grandmasters made an important comeback after two losses, defeating Balan Alaskan Knights 8-7

Alia Wears Wedding Sari To National Awards

Alia Wears Wedding Sari To National Awards

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Alia Bhatt won hearts when she wore her wedding sari at the 69th National Film Awards at the Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. The ivory embroidered drape was designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Jasprit Bumrah grabbed the player-of-the-match award on his international return.

I didn't think I would last this long: Virdhawal Khade

I didn't think I would last this long: Virdhawal Khade

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'A medal would have been great but I was very proud of myself that I could make it happen. 2018 was the fastest year of my life, I got my best time in 50m freestyle and butterfly. I was pretty fast in the 100m freestyle as well. But not having a medal made me a better and tougher person.'

Vir Das is 'still just a guy on a stool'

Vir Das is 'still just a guy on a stool'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'The jester's job, the joker's job, the fool's job is to make fun of people to make them seem beautiful.'

How Not To Chase A Target

How Not To Chase A Target

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

The batters never really looked like they were going hard enough for the target and seemed more focused on mitigating the damage to their net run rate.

'A natural', Kishan is a 'long-term' asset for India

'A natural', Kishan is a 'long-term' asset for India

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

More was pleased to see the development of Kishan as a genuine wicket-keeper batter.

Shastri critical of Riyan Parag's lack of intent

Shastri critical of Riyan Parag's lack of intent

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Shastri didn't mince words in saying that Parag's slow start changed the course of the match.

'A Year Of Memorable Performances'

'A Year Of Memorable Performances'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'Suvinder Vicky in Kohrra. Manoj Bajpayee in Joram. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in Joram and Scoop. Gagan Dev Riar in Scam 2003. Sukant Goel in Kaala Paani.' 'The number of awards will not be enough for the kind of work that has happened this year.'

Cricketer Warrier 'extremely happy' to bask in wife Aarathy's Asian Games glory

Cricketer Warrier 'extremely happy' to bask in wife Aarathy's Asian Games glory

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Sandeep Warrier has seen better half Aarathy Kasturi Raj's struggles over the years and as her biggest strength and pillar of support, couldn't be more proud seeing the acclaimed roller skating ace win her first Asian Games medal.

Champion shooter Rudrankksh aims for consistency at Asiad

Champion shooter Rudrankksh aims for consistency at Asiad

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

He said shooting sport has become much more than just aiming at the target and pulling the trigger.

Bahrain GP: Verstappen takes first pole of 2023

Bahrain GP: Verstappen takes first pole of 2023

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Max Verstappen leads Red Bull front row sweep in Bahrain

The Dyslexic Who Built A 30 Crore Business

The Dyslexic Who Built A 30 Crore Business

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

'I have saved your name on my phone, but I cannot read or pronounce it.' 'I am able to recognise my wife's name today because after seeing it for so long, it has been imprinted in my mind as a picture and not the letters.'

'Sudan rebels held me at gunpoint...'

'Sudan rebels held me at gunpoint...'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

'Since I was held at gunpoint I had no option but to give them the car keys.' 'They took the car and drove away.'

Verstappen wins Austrian GP to extend world championship lead

Verstappen wins Austrian GP to extend world championship lead

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Max Verstappen won Red Bull's home Austrian Grand Prix from pole position and with the fastest lap on Sunday for the team's 10th successive Formula One victory and ninth in nine races this season.

Minor setback, says coach as Divyansh undergoes emotional roller-coaster

Minor setback, says coach as Divyansh undergoes emotional roller-coaster

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Divyansh Singh Panwar would have gone through an entire gamut of emotions in the last two days of the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

Verstappen slams Mercedes boss for 'Wikipedia' comment

Verstappen slams Mercedes boss for 'Wikipedia' comment

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Verstappen, who is 145 points clear of team mate Sergio Perez in the championship and set for a third title well before the end of the season, suggested Wolff should focus on his own team.

Gadar 2: A Love Letter To Sunny Deol

Gadar 2: A Love Letter To Sunny Deol

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

When the movie started, the crowd went wild. They cheered for Sunny Deol and booed the villains. They laughed at the jokes, cried at the emotional scenes and whistled and cheered at all the action. Rajesh Karkera records the audience reactions at a screening of Gadar 2.

Jawan Review: SRK Shows Who's Baap!

Jawan Review: SRK Shows Who's Baap!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Jawan springs a real surprise when it boldly and directly points fingers at the ineffective government and appeals to recognise the power of the finger and vote. Six months before the next general Indian election, this is no coincidence, observes Sukanya Verma.

10 dead, 22 Army personnel among 82 missing in Sikkim flash flood

10 dead, 22 Army personnel among 82 missing in Sikkim flash flood

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

The release of water from the Chungthang dam led to a sudden increase in water levels up to 15-20 feet high downstream, defence spokesperson Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said.

Aus coach slams McCullum: Sparks fly in Ashes showdown!

Aus coach slams McCullum: Sparks fly in Ashes showdown!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

McDonald 'disappointed' with McCullum's comment post Bairstow dismissal

'They killed babies, they raped women. They kidnapped whoever they saw'

'They killed babies, they raped women. They kidnapped whoever they saw'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

'Everyone I know has somebody kidnapped or murdered by the terrorists.'

How Jadeja confused the Aussie batters

How Jadeja confused the Aussie batters

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Jadeja took 5 for 47 on his international comeback with the prized scalps of Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A summary of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

'Your struggle is your biggest gift'

'Your struggle is your biggest gift'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'People now recognise rapping as a profession.' 'We are able to tell our relatives that we rap for a living.'

'Coaching industry is toxic'

'Coaching industry is toxic'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

'Looking back, there is every chance that I would not have opted for Kota.'' 'The biggest flaw is that your personality gets blocked.' 'It took me two years to get back to 'being human' again.'

Nature Like Never Before

Nature Like Never Before

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Extraordinary award-winning photographs from more than 20,000 images from all over the world.

F1 PIX: Dominant Verstappen storms to victory in Spain

F1 PIX: Dominant Verstappen storms to victory in Spain

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix from pole position to stretch his Formula One championship lead to 53 points.

Alcaraz dominates Cobolli; Swiatek begins French Open defense

Alcaraz dominates Cobolli; Swiatek begins French Open defense

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Alcaraz was impressive in his first Grand Slam match since his US Open triumph last year