News for '-national-team'

Son files 'false pregnancy blackmail' complaint

Son files 'false pregnancy blackmail' complaint

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Spurs captain Son files blackmail complaint over pregnancy claim

SA captain Bavuma on responsibility of being a black leader

SA captain Bavuma on responsibility of being a black leader

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Bavuma, in his Test journey of over a decade, as the first black batter for South Africa, has faced a lot of ups and downs. A magnificent century against England in Cape Town back in 2016 attached to him plenty of expectations.

Gambhir calls for total boycott of Pakistan cricket

Gambhir calls for total boycott of Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com6 May 2025

India shouldn't play Pakistan even at ICC events till terrorism ends: Gambhir

Marquez confident India can still qualify for Asian Cup

Marquez confident India can still qualify for Asian Cup

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'But sometimes the team doesn't know how to draw. And today, if you couldn't win the game before the minute 90-91, at least try to be in a position to avoid the defeat. But I feel that India is still in the fight.'

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India go down 0-1 to Hong Kong in crucial 2027 Asian Cup Qualifier match

Chaubey fires back at Bhutia, slams 'vested interests'

Chaubey fires back at Bhutia, slams 'vested interests'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

AIFF chief Chaubey accuses Bhutia of running football schools for "vested interest"

From $570M to $1B: FIFA's stunning Women's World Cup vision

From $570M to $1B: FIFA's stunning Women's World Cup vision

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The 2023 Women's World Cup, hosted by Australia and New Zealand, broke even after generating more than $570 million in revenue.

'Kohli's selection to Team India raised many eyebrows'

'Kohli's selection to Team India raised many eyebrows'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Some people criticised Kohli's selection in 2008, they are forgotten now: Jagdale

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has allowed pacer Mustafizur Rahman to play for IPL side Delhi Capitals for a limited duration of May 18 to 24.

PIX: Italy give Spalletti winning send-off; Belgium down Wales

PIX: Italy give Spalletti winning send-off; Belgium down Wales

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Sacked Italy manager Luciano Spalletti bowed out with a victory after his side laboured to an uninspired 2-0 home win over Moldova in their World Cup qualification match on Monday.

'Concentration not obsession needed in Champions League final'

'Concentration not obsession needed in Champions League final'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Inter Milan are determined to avenge their 2023 Champions League final loss, though manager Simone Inzaghi warned on Friday against letting determination become obsession.

Can naturalized players end India's striker paucity?

Can naturalized players end India's striker paucity?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey said the governing body has been actively working on policies to integrate Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) players into the national team setup.

WC Qualifiers: Aus seal spot; Uruguay close in

WC Qualifiers: Aus seal spot; Uruguay close in

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Saudi Arabia took third place in Group C and will feature in a fourth phase of qualifiers in October alongside Indonesia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Oman.

'I've never felt he is Virat Kohli, for us he is Cheeku': Ishant

'I've never felt he is Virat Kohli, for us he is Cheeku': Ishant

Rediff.com17 May 2025

shant Sharma reflected on his close bonding with Virat Kohli, dating back to their early days in Delhi cricket.

Bhaker, Kusale, and 3 debutants ready to rock Munich

Bhaker, Kusale, and 3 debutants ready to rock Munich

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Reigning Asian Games champion Palak and Paris Olympics stars Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale headline the 23-member Indian squad for the Munich leg of the Rifle/Pistol ISSF World Cup, beginning June 8.

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Gill has Rohit's fire and Virat's grit: Gavaskar

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans skipper Gill is expected to captain India on the Test tour of England following the retirement of Rohit Sharma. Rishabh Pant is likely to be his deputy.

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has claimed to have earned three billion rupees by hosting the ICC Champions Trophy, exceeding its target of two billion rupees.

CSA shuts door on IPL playoff dreams for SA stars

CSA shuts door on IPL playoff dreams for SA stars

Rediff.com14 May 2025

WTC Final-bound SA players likely to miss IPL playoffs

Marquez says being realistic key to win in Hong Kong

Marquez says being realistic key to win in Hong Kong

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'We need to be aware that we have a difficult game in Hong Kong. We have time to prepare, to be competitive and try to win and get the three points.'

Virat and Rohit gone, is this the dawn of Gambhir era?

Virat and Rohit gone, is this the dawn of Gambhir era?

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Beginning of Gambhir era: Coach becomes most powerful figure in Indian dressing room

AFI to act against athletes who train, compete abroad sans permission

AFI to act against athletes who train, compete abroad sans permission

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Sagoo said the AFI will frame guidelines to ensure transparency when permission for competition and training abroad is sought by an athlete.

Gill Set To Lead Test Team; BCCI Mum On Kohli's Future

Gill Set To Lead Test Team; BCCI Mum On Kohli's Future

Rediff.com10 May 2025

While the cricket fraternity is taken aback by talismanic Virat Kohli's wish to retire from Test cricket, it has been learnt that selection committee did ponder over the idea of handing over leadership to him in England to allow Gill some more time to groom.

Messi pays tribute to Pope Francis

Messi pays tribute to Pope Francis

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Born in Buenos Aires in 1936, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church died on Monday aged 88.

Confident Arshdeep finally striking in Powerplay

Confident Arshdeep finally striking in Powerplay

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Arshdeep is happy that he could account for all three in-form batters of LSG in Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram and Nicholas Pooran inside the Powerplay.

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit Sharma, India's Test captain, has announced his retirement from the format, leaving the team in need of a new leader.

Football ace Chhetri comes out of retirement

Football ace Chhetri comes out of retirement

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Sunil Chhetri returns to the national team,

Bumrah overwhelming favourite to lead India in England

Bumrah overwhelming favourite to lead India in England

Rediff.com21 May 2025

The Indian squad, which is expected to comprise 16 members, will be one of the trickiest ones in recent times as there is a debate around who the new captain should be.

Brazil sack coach Dorival after Argentina thrashing

Brazil sack coach Dorival after Argentina thrashing

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Brazil have sacked head coach Dorival Jr, the country's football confederation (CBF) said on Friday, after the five-times World champions were thrashed 4-1 away to fierce rivals Argentina in a humiliating qualifying loss in Buenos Aires.

Messi to play 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Messi to play 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

In a recent interview with El Pais, Suarez was asked whether he and Messi had talked about retirement.

CONCACAF chief opposes 64-team World Cup 2030 proposal

CONCACAF chief opposes 64-team World Cup 2030 proposal

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

A 64-team World Cup in 2030 should not be considered, CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani has said, joining some other confederations in opposing a plan presented by CONMEBOL.

Why Bhaichung Bhutia is opposed to AIFF's MRA move

Why Bhaichung Bhutia is opposed to AIFF's MRA move

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

The All India Football Federation decided to form an eight-member task force to look into the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) negotiations with its commercial partner Football Sports Development Ltd

Captain Gill is part of a long-term strategy: GT COO

Captain Gill is part of a long-term strategy: GT COO

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

"With Shubman, our vision is not limited to one or two seasons; it's long-term" - Gujarat Titans COO Colonel Arvinder Singh, on choosing Gill as captain over senior players

Gillespie exposes PCB's broken promises

Gillespie exposes PCB's broken promises

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Former Pakistan red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie has claimed that he is still waiting on some remuneration from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Stress is fuel for me, insists under-fire Ancelotti

Stress is fuel for me, insists under-fire Ancelotti

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti dismissed suggestions on Tuesday that he is under mounting pressure at the club as they sit second in the LaLiga standings and were knocked out of the Champions League last week.

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

'IPL gives you opportunities to prove yourself'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

I am happy with my progress, says India and LSG spinner Ravi Bishnoi

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Sunil Chhetri's return from international retirement at 40 highlights the lack of quality strikers in Indian football.

Saqlain Mushtaq's son-in-law hurt by favouritism allegations

Saqlain Mushtaq's son-in-law hurt by favouritism allegations

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'Yes I am learning a lot from Saqlain Mushtaq because of his strong cricket coaching background. But it does not mean he is doing me favours.'

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'I was preparing for this moment for a long time and I am happy that it worked out the way I wanted.'

'IPL's Youngsters Can Beat Pakistan'

'IPL's Youngsters Can Beat Pakistan'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

'India wins all matches because they make the team on merit, not like us.' 'In Pakistan, teams are made based on favourites.'

'I have had lot of injuries but I am not the only one'

'I have had lot of injuries but I am not the only one'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Deepak Chahar's multiple injury issues in the last three years have made the selectors wary of picking the pacer for the Indian team.