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Video: Kohli's flop show ends India's World Cup dream

Video: Kohli's flop show ends India's World Cup dream

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

One run -- that was Kohli's contribution to the India-Australia match.

Video: Sri Lanka sink against South Africa

Video: Sri Lanka sink against South Africa

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Sri Lanka were expected to win, but South Africa had other plans.

Video: New Zealand-South Africa... a match worth watching!

Video: New Zealand-South Africa... a match worth watching!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The semi-final between New Zealand and South Africa has everything.

BCCI can terminate Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals: Lodha

BCCI can terminate Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals: Lodha

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Justice Rajendra Mal Lodha, who headed the committee that proposed the two-year suspension of Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals, says the Board of Control for Cricket in India is free to terminate the two Indian Premier IPL franchises.

Will honour and respect the verdict: BCCI

Will honour and respect the verdict: BCCI

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Welcoming the Justice R S Lodha committee verdict on the IPL spot-fixing and betting scandal, BCCI president Jagmohan Dalmiya said the Board is "committed to honour and respect judicial decisions" but will go through the contents of the panel's report before reacting to it.

Selectors 'want to see Rahane's other aspects', vow to back him

Selectors 'want to see Rahane's other aspects', vow to back him

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Manu Shankar/Rediff.com reports on Monday's selection committee meeting in Delhi.

Hello Moto: The new Moto G is a safe bet

Hello Moto: The new Moto G is a safe bet

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

A bigger screen, improved camera and speakers are the USP of the new Moto G. But it's not a phone that would make you jump up and run for the phone, but it's a safe bet, says Manu Shankar

Air India almost stopped Sumit Nagal from flying to Wimbledon!

Air India almost stopped Sumit Nagal from flying to Wimbledon!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

'Even if we ate our chappatis with pickle, we ensured proper food for Sumit.'

Arvind Kejriwal is a dictator, says AAP rebel MLA Binny

Arvind Kejriwal is a dictator, says AAP rebel MLA Binny

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

'It is your government and you are running away from the people. Women's security is a big issue and one shouldn't delay in taking action.' Allegations fly against the Delhi chief minister, as the split in the Aam Aadmi Party widens. Manu Shankar reports from New Delhi.

Reception in India was phenomenal, says Tiger Woods

Reception in India was phenomenal, says Tiger Woods

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Tiger Woods said the response to his maiden trip to India was nothing short of phenomenal.

Chhetri impressed with youngsters' showing in ISL

Chhetri impressed with youngsters' showing in ISL

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Impressed with the standard of football in the ongoing Indian Super League, India captain Sunil Chhetri feels the newly-launched tournament is an ideal platform for youngsters to perform and open the gates for selection to the national team.

Rahane to lead India for Zimbabwe ODIs, T20s; Dhoni, Kohli rested

Rahane to lead India for Zimbabwe ODIs, T20s; Dhoni, Kohli rested

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Ajinkya Rahane was chosen as captain of the depleted Indian team for the limited overs tour to Zimbabwe next month as the selectors decided to rest several seniors including Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli.

'Dhyan Chand deserved Bharat Ratna more than Sachin'

'Dhyan Chand deserved Bharat Ratna more than Sachin'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

JD(U) leader Shivanand Tiwari tells Rediff.com's Manu Shankar that hockey legend Dhyan Chand was more deserving of the Bharat Ratna than Sachin Tendulkar because he played without monetary gains and also suggested that the award be scrapped.

'You can't criticise India for bowling first'

'You can't criticise India for bowling first'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

'Mine and the Australian team's natural inclination is to bat first and try and get the scoreboard pressure going.'

Meet the Delhi Daredevils' Aussie desi

Meet the Delhi Daredevils' Aussie desi

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Snapped up for Rs 1.7 crore, Gurinder Sandhu is highly rated by Ricky Ponting.

From Symbian to Android: A mother's leap of faith

From Symbian to Android: A mother's leap of faith

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

What happens when a person who is used to an old Nokia phone gets a brand new Moto E? Here's what Manu Shankar/Rediff.com realised when he gave one such phone to his mother

Celkon Q500: A power-packed phone that fits your budget

Celkon Q500: A power-packed phone that fits your budget

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Ever wished for a power-packed phone that not only fits your budget but doesn't compromise on features? Well then look no further. At Rs 9,300, Celkon Millenium Ultra Q500 could well be the solution to your needs for feature-rich yet pocket friendly mobile, says Manu Shankar/Rediff.com.

'The anti-corruption unit has an almost impossible job'

'The anti-corruption unit has an almost impossible job'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Former Essex player Ian Pont, who is now engaged in coaching Indian bowlers at the Ultimate Pace Foundation in Bengaluru, tells Manu Shankar/Rediff.com you can never ensure that the spot-fixing episode won't resurface. 'All you can do is deal with it correctly when it happens.'

'Ishant will be the leader of bowling department'

'Ishant will be the leader of bowling department'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Team India manager Arshad Ayub, speaking exclusively to Rediff.com's Manu Shankar, says he won't be surprised if India does well on the upcoming tour of Australia.

'BCCI conveniently bends the rules to suit itself'

'BCCI conveniently bends the rules to suit itself'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Former cricketer turned MP Kirti Azad tells Rediff.com's Manu Shankar that Srinivasan is equally responsible for the mess, even if he not involved.

'Boy, did Sachin not tell the world how to play the game?'

'Boy, did Sachin not tell the world how to play the game?'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Former India spinner Maninder Singh looks back on Sachin Tendulkar's debut Test in conversation with Manu Shankar.

'Delhi police didn't force confession out of spot-fixing accused'

'Delhi police didn't force confession out of spot-fixing accused'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

'The moment you increase the possibility of making a team winning or losing a game that's where match-fixing happens. And whenever match-fixing happens, it can only happen at the players' level. If a player is not fixed to perform a particular task then how can one generate money?'

'That Twitter parody account hurt KP more than anything else'

'That Twitter parody account hurt KP more than anything else'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Former Essex player Ian Pont, who is now engaged in coaching Indian bowlers in Bangalore, shares his views on the fallout-out from the Kevin Pietersen's tell-all book with Rediff.com's Manu Shankar.

How mobile gaming will reshape the industry

How mobile gaming will reshape the industry

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

The mobile gaming has quickly taken over the market share from PCs, as users now have shifted to smartphones and tablets to discover new and engaging content.

'England have ceased to believe they can win'

'England have ceased to believe they can win'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

Ian Pont, a former Essex player and fast bowling coach, now at the Ultimate Pace Foundation in Bengaluru, analyses England's disastrous World Cup campaign in an exclusive conversation with Manu Shankar/Rediff.com.

Beating Pakistan would be a big confidence booster for India at World Cup: Sehwag

Beating Pakistan would be a big confidence booster for India at World Cup: Sehwag

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Virender Sehwag exuded confidence about India making it to the semi-finals of the World Cup.

ISL will change the face of Indian football, says Tendulkar

ISL will change the face of Indian football, says Tendulkar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Legendary Sachin Tendulkar feels that Indian Super League has begun on the right note and the 'fantastic start' on Sunday would be a huge boost towards changing the face of the game in the country.

'It's the revolution in Indian football that has made me come here'

'It's the revolution in Indian football that has made me come here'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

Delhi Dynamos unveiled Brazilian World Cup winner Roberto its marquee manager-cum-player for the second season of the Indian Super League. Manu Shankar/Rediff.com reports

A matchbox house where Madiba dreamt of an equal South Africa

A matchbox house where Madiba dreamt of an equal South Africa

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

Rediff.com's Manu Shankar had the privilege to visit the Mandela House in 2010. He recollects his experience.

Now, Everest twins set to scale new heights... Mt Vinson in Antarctica!

Now, Everest twins set to scale new heights... Mt Vinson in Antarctica!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

Rediff.com's Manu Shankar caught up with the 'Everest Sisters' in a candid interview, wherein they spoke about their passion for mountaineering and risk and challenges one has to face in the sport.

'Let's move past teaching Indian fast bowlers to become medium pace bowling machines'

'Let's move past teaching Indian fast bowlers to become medium pace bowling machines'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

'Unless Indian bowlers work with the correct information, the right mindset and the learning that encourages pace and accuracy together, they won't be able to maximise their talent,' says English bowling coach Ian Pont.

Sreesanth seeks BCCI nod for training, eyes 'selection'

Sreesanth seeks BCCI nod for training, eyes 'selection'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

'The worst that can happen to a cricketer is stay behind the National Stadium and not be able to use it. I went through a lot of things but it is past now,' said Shantakumaran Sreesanth after being cleared of all charges in the IPL spot-fixing scandal by a Delhi court.

'Time for England to reshuffle the pack'

'Time for England to reshuffle the pack'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Rediff.com's Manu Shankar spoke with former Essex player and fast bowling coach Ian Pont to assess England's disastrous start in the ICC's 50-over-a-side extravaganza.

'Kohli was always looking to win Adelaide Test'

'Kohli was always looking to win Adelaide Test'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Former India players Maninder Singh and Chetan Chauhan have thrown their weight behind an "aggressive and impressive" Virat Kohli, saying the skipper was correct in going for victory rather than trying to save the first Test against Australia in Adelaide on Saturday.

Bedi, Azad blast proxy system after losing DDCA polls

Bedi, Azad blast proxy system after losing DDCA polls

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

Former India cricketers Bishan Singh Bedi and Kirti Azad slammed the proxy voting system in the Delhi and District Cricket Association polls, saying it proved to be a major factor in their defeat.

Del Piero confident about entertaining ISL fans

Del Piero confident about entertaining ISL fans

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

In an exclusive chat, Del Piero tells Rediff.com's Laxmi Negi of his urge to entertain fans and his interest in understanding India and its culture.

For us there is one league and it is the I-League: FIFA

For us there is one league and it is the I-League: FIFA

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Asked about the popularity of the Indian Super League, and whether FIFA will recognize it, secretary-general Jerome Valcke was quick to point out that for the world body there is only one league and that's the I-League. Manu Shankar reports

Here's how Micromax is taking on rivals

Here's how Micromax is taking on rivals

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

A look at Canvas Nitro A310, and you could get a fair idea as to why Micromax's growth is not surprising.