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Isn't it a small world?

Isn't it a small world?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

A Maori greeting for the Dalai Lama.

Fly to the US & back @ Rs 31,340

Fly to the US & back @ Rs 31,340

Rediff.com2 Jun 2006

Singapore Airlines is offering special economy class return fares from Delhi to over 12 destinations in the US, Australia and China.

Fleming to quit international cricket

Fleming to quit international cricket

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

The 34-year-old quit ODIs after last year's World Cup and is now giving up Tests to focus on his family and business interests.

Oram out of second Twenty20 v England

Oram out of second Twenty20 v England

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

New Zealand all-rounder Jacob Oram has been ruled out of his side's second Twenty20 against England on Thursday after straining a hamstring in the first match. Oram top-scored for New Zealand with 61 in their 32-run loss at Eden Park in Auckland on Tuesday but strained his hamstring while bowling.

England beat New Zealand by 32 runs

England beat New Zealand by 32 runs

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

England continued their perfect start to their tour of New Zealand by beating the Kiwis by 32 runs in their first Twenty20 international at Eden Park in Auckland on Tuesday. England, who opened their two-month tour with back-to-back wins over Canterbury last weekend, compiled an impressive total of 184 for eight from their 20 overs. New Zealand could only manage 152 in reply despite a gallant 61 from their big all-rounder Jacon Oram.

Amir bags wicket on return as Pakistan score T20 win over New Zealand

Amir bags wicket on return as Pakistan score T20 win over New Zealand

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Pacer Mohammad Amir claimed a wicket on his return to international cricket following a five-year ban as Pakistan registered a 16-run victory over New Zealand in the first Twenty20 International in Auckland on Friday.

Ishant completes 150 wickets haul in Tests

Ishant completes 150 wickets haul in Tests

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Pacer Ishant Sharma became the 12th Indian to take 150 Test wickets when he dismissed opener Hamish Rutherford on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand, in Auckland, on Thursday.

Canada, US will not support Blatter for FIFA presidency

Canada, US will not support Blatter for FIFA presidency

Rediff.com29 May 2015

Canada, which is hosting the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, will not support incumbent Sepp Blatter in Friday's presidential vote at the FIFA Congress, the head of the Canadian Soccer Association said on Thursday on his official Twitter account.

'A person with shampooed hair can't play villager'

'A person with shampooed hair can't play villager'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

Director Rajnesh Domalpalli talks about his first Telugu film that will not release in India

New Zealand include Indian-born for Africa tour; Sodhi returns

New Zealand include Indian-born for Africa tour; Sodhi returns

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Uncapped opening batsman Jeet Raval has been named in New Zealand's Test squad for their tour of southern Africa in August, New Zealand Cricket said on Friday.

'Rubbish' New Zealand suffer worst defeat

'Rubbish' New Zealand suffer worst defeat

Rediff.com6 Jan 2007

New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming described his team's performance as "rubbish" after they suffered their heaviest one-day defeat against Sri Lanka on Saturday.

Dr Reddy's teams up with NZ university

Dr Reddy's teams up with NZ university

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

Dr Reddy's Laboratories has teamed up with the researchers at the University of Auckland to initiate global trials to test the capability of its new fixed dose combination (polypill) to prevent strokes and heart attacks

Fly US and back for Rs 31,340

Fly US and back for Rs 31,340

Rediff.com25 May 2006

Singapore Airlines on Thursday announced attractive return fares on economy class to over a dozen destinations in the US, Australia and China from New Delhi.

ICC okays four-day Test, SA-Zimbabwe to kickstart trial

ICC okays four-day Test, SA-Zimbabwe to kickstart trial

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The International Cricket Council on Friday approved four-day Tests on a trial basis, effectively giving green light to the Boxing Day Test between hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe from December 26-29.

'Nervy win over Aussies shows why Kiwis are favourites to win WC'

'Nervy win over Aussies shows why Kiwis are favourites to win WC'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming said that the nail-biting one-wicket triumph over co-hosts Australia at Auckland showed why Brendon McCullum's men can be considered as favourites to win the World Cup.

Guptill's blistering century fashions NZ win over South Africa

Guptill's blistering century fashions NZ win over South Africa

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Martin Guptill underlined his importance to the New Zealand one-day side with a blistering match-winning century as he guided his side to a seven-wicket victory over South Africa in their fourth one-day international in Hamilton on Wednesday.

U-17 WC: US, Ghana face off; eye knockout berth

U-17 WC: US, Ghana face off; eye knockout berth

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Ghana and the United States would look to seal a knockout berth when they face-off in their second group match of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in New Delhi, on Monday.

Aussies dumped from No 1 spot after losing to NZ

Aussies dumped from No 1 spot after losing to NZ

Rediff.com18 Feb 2007

New Zealand beat Australia by five wickets after successfully chasing down Australia's record Eden Park total of 336 for 4.

Record-breaking Williamson says Crowe still the greatest

Record-breaking Williamson says Crowe still the greatest

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Kane Williamson believes the late Martin Crowe remains the greatest batsmen New Zealand has ever produced despite surpassing the former captain as his country's highest Test century maker on Friday.

Hingis crashes out in Sydney

Hingis crashes out in Sydney

Rediff.com8 Jan 2007

Former world number one Martina Hingis was knocked out by Jelena Jankovic at the Sydney International.

Sri Lanka demolish New Zealand

Sri Lanka demolish New Zealand

Rediff.com6 Jan 2007

They won the fourth ODI at Auckland, leveling their five-game series at 2-2.

In-form Stephens beats Vesnina to claim Charleston title

In-form Stephens beats Vesnina to claim Charleston title

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

American seventh seed Sloane Stephens captured her third title of 2016 by defeating Russian qualifier Elena Vesnina 7-6(4), 6-2 in the final of the Volvo Car Open clay court event in South Carolina on Sunday.

Select your team for the sixth ODI against NZ

Select your team for the sixth ODI against NZ

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

You be the selector and pick your eleven for the sixth ODI against New Zealand at Auckland, on January 11.

NZ set for day-night first class games; eyes pink ball home Test in 2018

NZ set for day-night first class games; eyes pink ball home Test in 2018

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

New Zealand Cricket appear to be pushing ahead with plans to trial day-night first class matches as they build towards hosting their inaugural pink ball home test against England in 2018.

'Aussie slump leaves WC wide open'

'Aussie slump leaves WC wide open'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2007

New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming believes that Australia are not the overwhelming favourites in the West Indies.

15 outstanding women honoured with Nari Shakti Puraskar

15 outstanding women honoured with Nari Shakti Puraskar

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

The winners for the year 2019 are from fields as diverse as agriculture, sports, handicrafts, afforestation and wildlife conservation, armed forces and education.

Sports Shorts: Heena bags gold, Nivetha bronze in Hannover

Sports Shorts: Heena bags gold, Nivetha bronze in Hannover

Rediff.com14 May 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

5 Indians killed in NZ terror attack; toll mounts to 50

5 Indians killed in NZ terror attack; toll mounts to 50

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

In a 74-page 'manifesto' the attacker posted online, he described himself as a white supremacist who was out to 'avenge attacks in Europe perpetrated by Muslims'.

Zimbabwe hit all-time low

Zimbabwe hit all-time low

Rediff.com25 Aug 2005

Pin injury hands Jankovic place in final

Pin injury hands Jankovic place in final

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Jankovic will face Vera Zvonareva in Saturday's final after the Russian overcame American Jill Craybas.

Indian doctoral student wins scholarship

Indian doctoral student wins scholarship

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

The scholarship, valued at $0.1 mn, will fund Privahini Bradoo's MBA at Harvard.

South Africa elect to bat in Twenty-20 game

South Africa elect to bat in Twenty-20 game

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

This is the first Twenty-20 game for India since the instant variety was introduced at the international level last year.

Tennis roundup: Federer in good shape but Murray doubtful for Aus Open

Tennis roundup: Federer in good shape but Murray doubtful for Aus Open

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Former world number one Andy Murray withdrew from the Brisbane International with a hip problem on Tuesday, further putting in doubt the Briton's prospects of being fit in time for the Australian Open later this month.

Osama on Pak-Afghan border: Musharraf

Osama on Pak-Afghan border: Musharraf

Rediff.com19 Jun 2005

Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden is probably somewhere in the area of Pakistan's border with Afghanistan, Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf has said.

New Zealand are no longer underdogs: Arun Lal

New Zealand are no longer underdogs: Arun Lal

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Impressed with the brand of cricket played by New Zealand in the World Cup, former India batsman Arun Lal believes the Black Caps are no longer the underdogs in the mega event.

Biggest wins for India

Biggest wins for India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

Muslim woman told 'not to bother' applying for a job in New Zealand

Muslim woman told 'not to bother' applying for a job in New Zealand

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

Alfadli, who lives in Avondale, has been looking for a job after completing her diploma in applied computer system engineering.

Fleming has tumour removed from face

Fleming has tumour removed from face

Rediff.com25 Nov 2005

The New Zealand captain had a "potentially cancerous" tumour removed from his face and will miss the first two ODIs against Australia.

Venus, Stephens to take break ahead of Australian Open

Venus, Stephens to take break ahead of Australian Open

Rediff.com5 Jan 2014

With next week's Australian Open in mind, a weary Venus Williams has opted to skip the Hobart International while her American compatriot Sloane Stephens has pulled out of the Sydney International with a minor wrist injury.

India find some form in practice match; big guns take a break

India find some form in practice match; big guns take a break

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

Indian cricketers found some rhythm as they reduced New Zealand XI to 262/9 declared on the opening day of a two-day practice match which was skipped by the big guns of the team, including skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni.