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IC-814: The Hijack That Shook The Nation

IC-814: The Hijack That Shook The Nation

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

All You Want To Know About The 1999 Hijack.

Ambani's masterstroke: Bumrah-Boult duo back for MI

Ambani's masterstroke: Bumrah-Boult duo back for MI

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Mumbai Indians owner Akash Ambani on Monday expressed his delight after succeeding in his plans to pair the peerless Jasprit Bumrah with New Zealand pace great Trent Boult for the 2025 IPL.

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) said the tournament will go ahead on schedule irrespective of India's participation.

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

IPL's Thunderbolt From Afghanistan

IPL's Thunderbolt From Afghanistan

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Pace bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi is the latest cricketer from Afghanistan to make his presence felt in the Indian Premier League.

IPL Auction: 'CSK can use Ashwin in a number of ways'

IPL Auction: 'CSK can use Ashwin in a number of ways'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin was bought by CSK for Rs 9.75 crore during the Day 1 of the IPL 2025 auction.

Bengaluru Test: Day 1 abandoned due to rain

Bengaluru Test: Day 1 abandoned due to rain

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The first day's play of the first Test between India and New Zealand has been called off without a ball being bowled because of rain.

What Will Israel Do Next?

What Will Israel Do Next?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

Talash slips Taliban's shackles to break-dance at Olympics

Talash slips Taliban's shackles to break-dance at Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Then 18, Talash crossed the border into Pakistan after Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan in 2021 before settling in Spain as a refugee the following year. The International Olympics Committee changed break-dancer Talash's life forever by including her in its refugee squad for the Paris Games.

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Here's a wrap of all major international episodes in 2024.

Tilak Varma named India A captain for Asia Cup

Tilak Varma named India A captain for Asia Cup

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Placed in Group B, India A will kick off their campaign against Pakistan on October 19 at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground in Muscat.

Why do Bengal parties clash over attacks on Bangladesh Hindus?

Why do Bengal parties clash over attacks on Bangladesh Hindus?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Recent attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh have ignited political debate in West Bengal, with the ruling TMC and opposition BJP utilizing the issue to advance their respective agendas. While the TMC emphasizes communal harmony and calls for international intervention, the BJP criticizes the TMC's inaction and links the situation to its push for the Citizenship Amendment Act. The issue has also brought other opposition parties into the fray, with all sides highlighting the interconnectedness of the region's socio-political fabric.

'They outplayed us and they deserved to win that game'

'They outplayed us and they deserved to win that game'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

'When the scores are low, we had an off-one in the field. But yeah, got to give credit where credit is due and Afghanistan were pretty good.'

Ashgar hails Rashid as 'Capitan of the Tournament'

Ashgar hails Rashid as 'Capitan of the Tournament'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Former Afghan captain Ashgar Afghan heaps praise on Rashid Khan and the team's exposure to difficult wickets for their unprecedented success in the T20 World Cup.

Rohit captain; no Kohli in T20 WC Team of Tournament

Rohit captain; no Kohli in T20 WC Team of Tournament

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma was named the captain of the T20 World Cup 2024 Team of the Tournament after leading India to their second T20 World Cup crown.

Vote! Afghanistan vs Pakistan: Who Will Win?

Vote! Afghanistan vs Pakistan: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The fourth Super 4 game in the Asia Cup will be played between Afghanistan and Pakistan at the Sharjah cricket stadium starting 1930 IST.

Telangana is India's Afghanistan, KCR its Taliban: Sharmila

Telangana is India's Afghanistan, KCR its Taliban: Sharmila

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

While talking to mediapersons in Mahbubabad, Sharmila said, "He (KCR) is a dictator, he is a tyrant, there is no Indian Constitution in Telangana, there is only KCR's Constitution. Telangana is the Afghanistan of India and KCR is its Taliban."

The 2024 T20 World Cup Schedule

The 2024 T20 World Cup Schedule

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

The T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule.

Naveen-ul-Haq Hits Back At Doubters

Naveen-ul-Haq Hits Back At Doubters

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

Afghanistan pulled off a historic 21-run victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday.

Injured Mujeeb to miss remainder of T20 WC

Injured Mujeeb to miss remainder of T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Afghan batter Zazai named replacement

T20I Rankings: Arshdeep storms into top 10

T20I Rankings: Arshdeep storms into top 10

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Indian seamer Arshdeep Singh entered the top 10 among bowlers and was placed eighth in the ICC T20I rankings issued in Dubai on Wednesday.

Rashid Khan reprimanded by ICC for misbehaviour

Rashid Khan reprimanded by ICC for misbehaviour

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The incident occurred after teammate Karim Janat declined a run opportunity during the final over of Afghanistan's innings.

T20 WC: 'We beat Australia at last! Great achievement for Afghan cricket'

T20 WC: 'We beat Australia at last! Great achievement for Afghan cricket'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

Afghanistan registered a stunning 21-run win for their first ever victory against Australia in international cricket.

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram optimistic about India travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy.

'Funniest thing...': Marsh laughs off Naib's cramps

'Funniest thing...': Marsh laughs off Naib's cramps

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Marsh saw the funny side of Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib's theatrical complaining of cramps

Naib to replace injured Zazai in Afghanistan squad

Naib to replace injured Zazai in Afghanistan squad

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Naib, who is a travelling reserve, was named as a replacement after Zazai was ruled out due to an abdominal muscle strain.

Asia Cup: Eliminated India face gutsy Afghanistan

Asia Cup: Eliminated India face gutsy Afghanistan

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Winless in two matches, both India and Afghanistan are out of the tournament and Thursday's match between the two sides in Dubai has been rendered inconsequential.

Historic! South Africa finally banish semi-final jinx!

Historic! South Africa finally banish semi-final jinx!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A clinical South Africa skittled Afghanistan for 56 on their way to a comprehensive nine-wicket victory in the first Twenty20 World Cup semi-final.

Afghan Khudadadi first refugee to win Paralympic medal after chaotic journey

Afghan Khudadadi first refugee to win Paralympic medal after chaotic journey

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Zakia Khudadadi completed a remarkable journey to become the first athlete from the refugee team to win a medal at the Paralympics when she clinched a taekwondo bronze on Thursday.

Why Australia preferred Richardson over Starc against Afghanistan

Why Australia preferred Richardson over Starc against Afghanistan

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

Australia's assistant coach Dan Vettori said it was a "tactical decision" not to field fast bowler Mitchell Starc in his side's narrow win over Afghanistan at the Twenty20 World Cup as the defending champions' semi-final hopes hang in the balance.

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

The Kiwi star showered praise on Root for the phenomenal display he has produced on the crease. He admitted that he is a fan of the Englishman and the other two members of the 'Fab Four', Virat Kohli and Steven Smith.

Vote! Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Who Will Win?

Vote! Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The first Super 4 game in the Asia Cup will be played between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan at the Sharjah cricket stadium starting 1930 IST.

20 killed as gunmen open fire at Pak coal miners

20 killed as gunmen open fire at Pak coal miners

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

The attack is the latest in a string of violence in Pakistan. It comes less ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's summit to be held in the national capital.

Olympics: Afghan refugee athlete disqualified for slogan

Olympics: Afghan refugee athlete disqualified for slogan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Afghan B-Girl Manizha Talash, a member of the refugee Olympic team at the Paris Games, was disqualified after displaying the words "Free Afghan Women" on her cape.

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shaji Ul Mulk, T Ten Global Sports Founder and Chairman, believes the prospect of seeing India icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the T10 format could be a possibility.

Afghan Cricketers Sing For DJ Bravo

Afghan Cricketers Sing For DJ Bravo

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

The players, looking towards Bravo, crooned along Bravo's hit number Champion while the song played on the team bus.

Asia Cup PIX: Afghanistan outclass Sri Lanka in opener

Asia Cup PIX: Afghanistan outclass Sri Lanka in opener

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Images of Asia Cup tie between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan played in Dubai on Saturday

Pitch ratings raise eyebrows after recent WT20 debacle

Pitch ratings raise eyebrows after recent WT20 debacle

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Two games at the makeshift Nassau County Cricket Stadium, including India's opening fixture against Ireland, have got an "unsatisfactory" rating from the game's governing body which remains bullish on promoting cricket in the United States.

Travel woes and halal food hunt plague Afghan cricketers

Travel woes and halal food hunt plague Afghan cricketers

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The non-availability of halal meat, a must-have in their menu, in their Bridgetown hotel forced them to temporarily wear a chef's apron.