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India Begin FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Begin FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com22 hours ago

India will compete in the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to secure a spot in the upcoming World Cup. The team, led by coach Sjoerd Marijne, will face Uruguay in their opening match.

T20 World Cup Viewership Breaks Broadcasting Records

T20 World Cup Viewership Breaks Broadcasting Records

Rediff.com3 days ago

The ongoing T20 World Cup has broken all broadcasting records with viewership surpassing 500 million, the highest ever in the tournament's history, according to ICC chairman Jay Shah.

T20 World Cup: Why New Zealand Have Edge

T20 World Cup: Why New Zealand Have Edge

Rediff.com2 hours ago

History shows New Zealand are yet to lose to India in the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

Rediff.com1 days ago

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday?

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

T20 World Cup Final: Fans Perform Nazar Utaarna Ritual

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, two fans have gone viral online after posting a video performing a ritual to ward off the 'evil eye'.

Middle East travel chaos threatens Iraq's FIFA World Cup hopes

Middle East travel chaos threatens Iraq's FIFA World Cup hopes

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iraq's participation in the inter-confederation play-offs in Mexico that will decide two berths at this year's FIFA World Cup is in doubt because of the travel chaos triggered by the conflict in neighbouring Iran.

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

T20 World Cup Final: What Will Pitch Offer?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad is expected to be played on a pace-friendly pitch offering good bounce, with a par score likely around 200.

Brazil's Rodrygo ruled out of World Cup

Brazil's Rodrygo ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup after tearing his ACL and outer meniscus in a LaLiga defeat against Getafe, the club confirmed.

Naidu Congratulates India on T20 World Cup Final Berth

Naidu Congratulates India on T20 World Cup Final Berth

Rediff.com2 days ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu congratulated Team India for defeating England and reaching the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup final, praising the team's all-round performance.

Sanju Samson's World Cup Performance Celebrated Across Kerala

Sanju Samson's World Cup Performance Celebrated Across Kerala

Rediff.com6 days ago

Following Sanju Samson's impressive performance in the T20 Cricket World Cup, leaders and personalities across Kerala have shared congratulatory messages for the local cricket star.

War fears cloud Iran's FIFA World Cup trip to the USA

War fears cloud Iran's FIFA World Cup trip to the USA

Rediff.com1 days ago

Eighteen months of preparation hang in the balance at a Tucson-based multi-use sports facility, where organisers say they remain in daily contact with FIFA about hosting Iran's national soccer team, even as geopolitical turmoil threatens to upend their World Cup plans.

Pakistan's Sahibzada Farhan breaks Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup record

Pakistan's Sahibzada Farhan breaks Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup record

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan batter Sahibzada Farhan created history in Pallekele on Thursday, surpassing batting great Virat Kohli for most runs in a single edition of the T20 World Cup.

Sanju Samson Nominated For T20 World Cup Player Of The Tournament Award

Sanju Samson Nominated For T20 World Cup Player Of The Tournament Award

Rediff.com1 days ago

India opener Sanju Samson is among the nominees for the T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament, alongside other top performers like Will Jacks and Sahibzada Farhan.

Baljeet Kaur Confident Ahead of FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Baljeet Kaur Confident Ahead of FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian midfielder Baljeet Kaur expresses confidence in the women's hockey team's chances at the FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, highlighting the team's youth and speed as key assets.

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sakshi Singh Dhoni's over-the-top excited reaction became a huge hit with the fans on social media during the T20 World Cup semi-final between India and England at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: Fans slam Abhishek Sharma

T20 World Cup: Fans slam Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com6 days ago

Abhishek Sharma was shown no mercy by fans who took to X to criticise the batter for another failure at the 2026 T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

Rediff.com6 days ago

T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Is Abhishek Sharma struggling to cope with the expectations of playing in a World Cup in front of home fans?

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

Rediff.com4 days ago

Amid an escalating regional war, questions deepen over whether Iran's soccer team will compete at this year's FIFA World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Sri Lanka Cricket Board Faces Overhaul After T20 World Cup Flop

Sri Lanka Cricket Board Faces Overhaul After T20 World Cup Flop

Rediff.com2 days ago

Following Sri Lanka's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, the Sports Minister is considering an interim committee to restructure the cricket board.

Ahmedabad Hotels See Price Surge for T20 World Cup Final

Ahmedabad Hotels See Price Surge for T20 World Cup Final

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Hotel room rates in Ahmedabad have increased significantly ahead of the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, with some tariffs rising by 300-400%. The surge is driven by high demand from cricket fans travelling to the city for the match.

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Airfares Skyrocket Amid Travel Rush

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Airfares Skyrocket Amid Travel Rush

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Airfares to Ahmedabad have surged as cricket fans travel to the city for the T20 World Cup final. Indian Railways has introduced special trains to manage the increased demand.

Kolkata Quake Could Shake India's T20 World Cup Hopes

Kolkata Quake Could Shake India's T20 World Cup Hopes

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Friday's earthquake in Kolkata has added uncertainty to India's crucial T20 World Cup match against the West Indies, which is a virtual quarter-final for a spot in the semi-finals.

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The Netherlands cricket team is excited to play against India in their final T20 World Cup league fixture at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com1 days ago

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in Kolkata due to international airspace restrictions following the T20 World Cup, while South African players also face travel disruptions.

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

T20 World Cup: 'Super Chetta': 'No Funky Shots, Just Good Clean Hitting'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'If you are a Sanju Samson fan, like I am, this was a treat. Great timing, calmness and a refreshingly selfless attitude.'

T20 World Cup: Pathum Nissanka: Groundsman's Son To T20 World Cup Hero

T20 World Cup: Pathum Nissanka: Groundsman's Son To T20 World Cup Hero

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Pathum Nissanka's journey from a tsunami-hit childhood in Kalutara to a match-winning T20 World Cup century is a story of sacrifice, faith and fearless batting against Australia.

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 days ago

The West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket teams have delayed their return from India after being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Jacks credits 'Brook era' for England's T20 World Cup success

Jacks credits 'Brook era' for England's T20 World Cup success

Rediff.com7 days ago

Will Jacks credits Harry Brook's leadership for England's success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his impact on the team's approach and environment.

T20 World Cup: Tendulkar hails India's fierce win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Tendulkar hails India's fierce win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

After a defeat to South Africa, India bounced back with a dominant performance against Zimbabwe, posting their highest T20 World Cup total and securing a crucial victory to keep their campaign alive.

T20 World Cup final: Airfares skyrocket as fans rush to Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup final: Airfares skyrocket as fans rush to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Airfares to Ahmedabad have surged as cricket fans travel to the city for the T20 World Cup final. Indian Railways has introduced special trains to manage the increased demand.

T20 World Cup Final: 5 Match Ups To Watch Out For

T20 World Cup Final: 5 Match Ups To Watch Out For

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A preview of the key player battles that could determine the outcome of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand, highlighting individual matchups and their potential impact on the game.

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

13 dropped catches! Can India fix fielding before T20 World Cup semis?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has addressed the team's fielding struggles during the ongoing T20 World Cup, highlighting the need for improvement ahead of their semi-final clash against England.

T20 World Cup: Is Bumrah the key to Marco Jansen's success?

T20 World Cup: Is Bumrah the key to Marco Jansen's success?

Rediff.com3 days ago

South African bowler Marco Jansen reveals he studied and attempted to replicate Jasprit Bumrah's bowling technique after watching replays from a Test match in Kolkata, which led to improved performance in the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Mumbai Gripped By India-England Semi-Final Fever

T20 World Cup: Mumbai Gripped By India-England Semi-Final Fever

Rediff.com3 days ago

Fans are so confident of India retaining the ICC World T20 title that that they would like March 8 (the day of the final) to be added to the list of special days in March as 'Indian cricket's double-triumph day'.

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Iran's participation in this year's World Cup has been called into question after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel at the weekend.

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A look at some of the major controversies in past World Cups.

T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

Rediff.com6 days ago

ICC T20 World Cup will be held from February 7 to March 8 2026. Check out the full schedule of T20 World Cup 2026.

No risk to World Cup fans, says Mexico President

No risk to World Cup fans, says Mexico President

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday there was "no risk" to fans coming to the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after violence erupted following the capture and death of Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader, notably in Jalisco state.

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Pakistani cricket fans posted threatening messages directed at the family of captain Salman Agha after Pakistan's defeat against England in the T20 World Cup Super 8s match.