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Pakistan rules out T20 World Cup boycott over Bangladesh

Pakistan rules out T20 World Cup boycott over Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Pakistan won't boycott the upcoming T20 World Cup as a show of support for Bangladesh even if the International Cricket Council rejects the Bangladesh Cricket Board's request to move their matches out of India.

Will Gill Be Fit For South Africa T20Is?

Will Gill Be Fit For South Africa T20Is?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'Gill is recovering really well, it's a speedy recovery.'

Big Blow! Shreyas Iyer Out 2 Months, WC Hopes Hit Hard

Big Blow! Shreyas Iyer Out 2 Months, WC Hopes Hit Hard

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

What began as a routine fielding effort in Sydney turned into a serious health scare for Shreyas Iyer, who suffered a ruptured spleen during the third ODI against Australia.

What Did Gambhir Tell Gill?

What Did Gambhir Tell Gill?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Ahead of the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval in Queensland, Coach Gautam Gambhir was spotted in a long conversation with Shubman Gill during India's training session.

Suryakumar inaugurates private cricket stadium in Goa

Suryakumar inaugurates private cricket stadium in Goa

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Sawant congratulated the Indian team for winning the Asia Cup and also congratulated Yadav for giving the winning amount to the Indian Army.

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit nets in Perth, oblige Pak fan

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit nets in Perth, oblige Pak fan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

This happened following India's practice session that saw both India's senior batters hit the nets at the Optus Stadium.

What Rohit is doing before the Australia series

What Rohit is doing before the Australia series

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rohit spent nearly a week at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru last month

'Kohli will definitely play for RCB in IPL 2026'

'Kohli will definitely play for RCB in IPL 2026'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes that Virat Kohli 'will definitely play' for champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026.

What Did Kohli Tell Gill?

What Did Kohli Tell Gill?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Team India's new red-ball skipper Shubman Gill, vice-captain Rishabh Pant, pacer Mohammed Siraj, and a few others were reportedly invited by Kohli for an evening get-together at his home in London.

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

An irate Mohsin Naqvi ordered Usman Walha's removal 'for the embarrassment caused to the national cricket team and its captain.'

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Karun Nair was all praise for India head coach Gautam Gambhir for giving the players a "lot of encouragement and support" during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Gill Set For Another Game-Changing Role

Gill Set For Another Game-Changing Role

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Gill's recall would mark his first T20I appearance since the Sri Lanka series in July 2024, right after the T20 World Cup, where he didn't feature.

Really proud of Gill's growth as a captain: Siraj

Really proud of Gill's growth as a captain: Siraj

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj has revealed the close bonding he shares with Test captain Shubman Gill, highlighting both their on-field and off-field camaraderie.

'Motherhood didn't end my career...': Sania Mirza

'Motherhood didn't end my career...': Sania Mirza

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Sania Mirza opened up on how motherhood transformed her life and career, and how sport has constantly taught her resilience and self-forgiveness

Karun Nair Hit In Nets! Will He Play 1st Test?

Karun Nair Hit In Nets! Will He Play 1st Test?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

the 33 year old soon resumed batting and shared a light moment with the support staff, pointing to the spot where he was hit, thereby allaying any serious injury concerns.

Will Kohli Be In The Stands?

Will Kohli Be In The Stands?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Despite living in close proximity to the series venues, Kohli is expected to remain absent not just on the field, but off it too.

What's expected from the pitch in opening Headingley Test?

What's expected from the pitch in opening Headingley Test?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Four days before the opening Test, Leeds chief curator Richard Robinson and his crew were seen working on the lush green strip of Headingley, which held moisture, to offer a good battle between the bat and ball.

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.

We must host the Olympics, be it in 2036 or 2046: Bhupathi

We must host the Olympics, be it in 2036 or 2046: Bhupathi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Bhupathi also spoke about young up-and-coming tennis star Maaya Rajeshwaran, who is shaping up to be the next big star from India in the sport.

'If he is hearing me': Ganguly's challenge to Rohit

'If he is hearing me': Ganguly's challenge to Rohit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Sourav Ganguly stressed the need for India to discover their form in England and backed skipper Rohit Sharma to lead the turnaround.

Talent is not a problem. We need belief: Manu Bhaker

Talent is not a problem. We need belief: Manu Bhaker

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'We women can do a lot of things.'

Kalmadi tops SportzPower List 2009

Kalmadi tops SportzPower List 2009

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

Commonwealth Games Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi has catapulted to the top position in the SportzPower List 2009, while the once-powerful Lalit Modi and number one in 2008 dropped to fifth position. Union Sports Minister M S Gill dropped two spots in 2009 and is placed fourth. He is replaced by former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sharad Pawar in the second place.

Rana May Be Too Hot For Aussies To Handle

Rana May Be Too Hot For Aussies To Handle

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

'He is a tall bowler and he will be able to generate bounce.' 'What goes in his favour is also his ability to get movement.'

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The Grand SportZ Edition will have features as Diamond cut Alloy wheels, blue tooth connectivity, steering mounted audio and Bluetooth controls, leather wrap on steering wheel, rear spoiler, B-Pillar blackout along with body graphics.

Mahindra launches XUV500 Sportz at Rs 13.85 lakh

Mahindra launches XUV500 Sportz at Rs 13.85 lakh

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

The variant adds features such as 'Sportz' decals, alloy wheels with red inserts, and rear-view camera.

BCCI tops SportzPower Money List 2008

BCCI tops SportzPower Money List 2008

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

With a whopping Rs 303.15 crore profit they earned in the year 2007-08, the Indian cricket Board (BCCI) tops the SportzPower Money List rankings for being the most influential sports entity. The rankings have been made on the basis of the entities' financial clout and their influences on sporting arena.

'Lioness of India' Vinesh gets Bajrang, Neeraj backing

'Lioness of India' Vinesh gets Bajrang, Neeraj backing

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Later in the evening, Vinesh will face Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the last-four stage. A win will assure her of at least a silver while a loss will take her into the bronze medal playoff.

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Is Dhruv Jurel The Next M S Dhoni?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

'His ability to handle spin, pace, and, most importantly, to deliver under pressure is what sets him apart as a promising youngster.'

'Funky' advice: How Dhoni shaped Ashwin's bowling

'Funky' advice: How Dhoni shaped Ashwin's bowling

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Dhoni's only advice to Ashwin was to keep reinventing himself.

SEE: Neeraj Chopra 'training harder than ever before!'

SEE: Neeraj Chopra 'training harder than ever before!'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Neeraj said he will be in the best shape for Paris 2024.

Windies 'Keeper's Parents Want Son To Play For RCB

Windies 'Keeper's Parents Want Son To Play For RCB

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

'We will be in India to witness that moment if it ever comes true.'

Forget football, these Brits are obsessed with kabaddi!

Forget football, these Brits are obsessed with kabaddi!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Dawtrey said he was planning to quit his job in May and travel to India to train in an academy affiliated with Pro Kabaddi side UP Yoddha.

Ganguly wants an India-Pakistan WC semi-final

Ganguly wants an India-Pakistan WC semi-final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Ganguly, who turned 51 on Saturday, named five teams that could be in contention for a semi-final spot at the World Cup in India later this year.

'Cannot see why a Kohli or a Rohit cannot play T20I cricket'

'Cannot see why a Kohli or a Rohit cannot play T20I cricket'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

While speaking to RevSportz, Ganguly said that in the end, the best players should be picked and it doesn't matter even if both players are not present in the Indian team.

Ganguly's savage reply when asked about the remaining two Tests

Ganguly's savage reply when asked about the remaining two Tests

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Ahead of the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Sourav Ganguly gave his prediction for the final two Tests between a confident India and a struggling Australian side.

How good is the Scorpio Sportz?

How good is the Scorpio Sportz?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2005

Hyundai i10 Sportz 1.2: Astonishingly good

Hyundai i10 Sportz 1.2: Astonishingly good

Rediff.com21 Oct 2010

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has been giving facelifts to its current range of cars. So are the changes on the Hyundai i10 worth it? Dig deeper to get your answers.

Hyundai launches Grand i10 automatic at Rs 5.95 lakh

Hyundai launches Grand i10 automatic at Rs 5.95 lakh

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The Grand i10 AT competes with hatchbacks such as the Maruti Ritz AT, Honda Brio AT and Nissan Micra CVT.

Shorts: Ramkumar downs Nagal to make MSLTA Challenger semis

Shorts: Ramkumar downs Nagal to make MSLTA Challenger semis

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Narrow escape for Gavaskar, Manjrekar at Lucknow's new stadium

Narrow escape for Gavaskar, Manjrekar at Lucknow's new stadium

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Former India players Sunil Gavaskar and Sanjay Manjrekar on Tuesday escaped unhurt after one of the glass doors of the commentary box at the newly-built Ekana Stadium shattered into pieces just as the duo were entering the enclosure.