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Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Harmanpreet Singh, Smriti Mandhana, Divya Deshmukh among five Indian stars nominated for BBC awards

Dravid-Ashwin To Buy Team In European T20 Premier League

Dravid-Ashwin To Buy Team In European T20 Premier League

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Rahul Dravid and Ravichandran Ashwin are reportedly part of an Indian consortium set to acquire a franchise in the European T20 Premier League.

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement after a frustrating start to the season, saying all options are open despite his Red Bull contract till 2028.

New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Formula One's new energy rules face criticism after the Japanese GP, with drivers questioning racing quality and safety ahead of a five-week break.

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Ham United secured a crucial 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in a Premier League match, moving them out of the relegation zone. Konstantinos Mavropanos and Valentin Castellanos each scored twice in the dominant performance.

Murray wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year award

Murray wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year award

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Davis Cup hero Andy Murray won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award for 2015 at a star-studded reception in Belfast on Sunday.

Wiggins named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Wiggins named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Cyclist Bradley Wiggins was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Sunday to cap a remarkable 12 months when he became the first Briton to win the Tour de France and followed it up with Olympic gold.

Cavendish bags BBC Sports Personality of the Year award

Cavendish bags BBC Sports Personality of the Year award

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Rider Mark Cavendish was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Thursday to cap a memorable 12 months in which the Briton won the road race world title and the Tour de France green jersey.

Women's Cricket Participation Doubles in India Since 2020: Report

Women's Cricket Participation Doubles in India Since 2020: Report

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A recent study reveals significant growth in women's cricket participation across India, highlighting increased interest, career aspirations, and the sport's rising popularity.

Holmes is BBC Sports Person of the Year

Holmes is BBC Sports Person of the Year

Rediff.com13 Dec 2004

Double Olympic gold medallist Kelly Holmes was voted Britain's sports personality of the year.

'No accountability!' Boycott rips into England setup

'No accountability!' Boycott rips into England setup

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Former England opener Geoffrey Boycott has criticised the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for retaining head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key following England's Ashes defeat, questioning the lack of accountability.

Smriti Mandhana inspires a generation -- now in textbooks

Smriti Mandhana inspires a generation -- now in textbooks

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Smriti Mandhana's growing influence goes beyond cricket as the India star features in a Class 5 textbook, inspiring young students while continuing to shine globally with major titles and awards.

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Southampton upset Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Manchester City and Chelsea secured comfortable victories to advance to the semi-finals.

Rooney Praises Arsenal Teen Max Dowman After Historic Goal

Rooney Praises Arsenal Teen Max Dowman After Historic Goal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Wayne Rooney urged Arsenal FC to allow teenager Max Dowman to enjoy his moment after he became the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history at 16.

Brendon McCullum to continue as head coach in all three formats, confirms ECB

Brendon McCullum to continue as head coach in all three formats, confirms ECB

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Brendon McCullum will continue as England's head coach in all three formats, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Monday, despite the team's lacklustre performances and lingering questions about their dressing-room culture.

Murray named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Murray named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray, the first British winner of the men's title for 77 years, was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Sunday.

F1 racer Hamilton is BBC Sports Personality of the Year

F1 racer Hamilton is BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo took the overseas personality of the year prize.

Liverpool down Wolves to reach FA Cup quarters; Spurs lose in EPL

Liverpool down Wolves to reach FA Cup quarters; Spurs lose in EPL

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Andy Robertson scored once and set up Mohamed Salah as Liverpool beat Wolves 3-1 at Molineux to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League woes deepened after a 3-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace, extending their winless run to 11 matches.

English Premier League: Arsenal thrash Spurs; Liverpool grab late win at Forest

English Premier League: Arsenal thrash Spurs; Liverpool grab late win at Forest

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Eberechi Eze timed his return to the Arsenal scoresheet to perfection with two goals in a 4-1 derby rout of Tottenham Hotspur.

'Players Will Speak Up': Moeen Ali Threatens Action Over Pakistan Boycott In The Hundred

'Players Will Speak Up': Moeen Ali Threatens Action Over Pakistan Boycott In The Hundred

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Media reports in the UK claim that Indian-owned franchises plan to avoid signing Pakistan's player in the auction next month, fearing severe backlash by fans back home in India.

20 Double Faults, 3 Points: 'Worst Ever' Tennis Debut Goes Viral

20 Double Faults, 3 Points: 'Worst Ever' Tennis Debut Goes Viral

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Hajar Abdelkader, competing under an Egyptian flag, appeared unfamiliar with how to play the sport, landing fewer than one in 10 first serves and needing her opponent to direct her to the correct side of the court.

Premier League: Sloppy Arsenal held to draw at bottom side Wolves

Premier League: Sloppy Arsenal held to draw at bottom side Wolves

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Teenager Tom Edozie scored a 94th-minute equaliser on debut as Arsenal let a two-goal lead slip at bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 2-2 draw.

FA Cup: Guehi scores as Man City beat Salford, Burnley out

FA Cup: Guehi scores as Man City beat Salford, Burnley out

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Manchester City defeated Salford City in the FA Cup, while Burnley suffered a surprising defeat to Mansfield Town. West Ham United and Norwich City also secured victories in their respective matches.

FA Cup PIX: Man City beat Salford, Newcastle knock out Villa

FA Cup PIX: Man City beat Salford, Newcastle knock out Villa

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

City, Liverpool all cruise in respective FA Cup matches played on Saturday.

Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge

Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Sunday's showdown between four-times Grand Slam champion Sabalenka and former world number 13 Kyrgios is seen by many as entertainment, but critics believe it risks undermining women's tennis by trivialising decades of progress toward equality.

FA Cup holders Palace knocked out by non-league Macclesfield

FA Cup holders Palace knocked out by non-league Macclesfield

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Non-league Macclesfield produced perhaps the FA Cup's greatest upset on Saturday when they beat holders Crystal Palace 2-1 in a thirdround thriller, knocking Oliver Glasner's team out of the competition and sending the Moss Rose crowd into raptures.

Ben Stokes is BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2019

Ben Stokes is BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2019

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Ben Stokes, who played a few memorable knocks this year, especially at the ICC World Cup final and then powering England to victory at Headingley in the Ashes, beat Lewis Hamilton, Raheem Sterling among others to win the coveted crown.

Kyrgios overpowers Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes

Kyrgios overpowers Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Kyrgios beats Sabalenka in 'Battle of the Sexes' showdown

Manu Bhaker Crowned BBC Sportswoman of the Year

Manu Bhaker Crowned BBC Sportswoman of the Year

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Star Indian pistol shooter Manu Bhaker was named the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year, following her outstanding performance at the Paris Olympics.

Manchester United, Bournemouth in thrilling eight-goal draw!

Manchester United, Bournemouth in thrilling eight-goal draw!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi struck late to salvage a point for his side in a 4-4 draw with Manchester United on Monday.

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday

Why Root feels Stokes is back to his best

Why Root feels Stokes is back to his best

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Ben Stokes' lengthy bowling spells against India in the third Test shows the England all-rounder has full confidence in his body after coming through injury layoffs, batter Joe Root said.

'Not a great Test wicket': McGrath, Cook slam 'unfair' MCG pitch

'Not a great Test wicket': McGrath, Cook slam 'unfair' MCG pitch

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

As 20 wickets fell on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday, the carnage prompted sharp criticism from former England cricketers.

Ex Eng star Lineker to leave BBC following antisemitism row

Ex Eng star Lineker to leave BBC following antisemitism row

Rediff.com19 May 2025

In recent years, Linker's desire to put forward his political views on social media has caused headaches for the BBC, which has strict rules on impartiality.

Amid backlash, FIFA rolls out limited $60 World Cup tickets

Amid backlash, FIFA rolls out limited $60 World Cup tickets

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The PMAs, which represent competing national teams and manage dedicated fan ticket programmes, will handle the ticket allocation process.

Why Root feels Stokes is back to his best

Why Root feels Stokes is back to his best

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Ben Stokes' lengthy bowling spells against India in the third Test shows the England all-rounder has full confidence in his body after coming through injury layoffs, batter Joe Root said.

EPL PIX: Man City rout Sunderland; Arsenal lose, Chelsea held

EPL PIX: Man City rout Sunderland; Arsenal lose, Chelsea held

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Manchester City seized the opportunity of Arsenal's 2-1 loss at Aston Villa earlier in the day to climb within two points of the leaders.

India bans 16 Pak YouTube channels, raps BBC for calling Pahalgam terrorists 'militants'

India bans 16 Pak YouTube channels, raps BBC for calling Pahalgam terrorists 'militants'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Indian government has blocked 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for allegedly disseminating provocative and communally sensitive content as well as false and misleading narratives against India, its Army and security agencies. The decision was taken following recommendations from the Ministry of Home Affairs in the wake of the April 22 terror attack at Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed.

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Arsenal; Liverpool halt woeful run

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Arsenal; Liverpool halt woeful run

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Arsenal missed a chance to tighten their grip on the Premier League title race with a 1-1 draw at 10-man Chelsea on Sunday.

Dukes ball under fire, maker promises urgent review

Dukes ball under fire, maker promises urgent review

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Following criticism from India captain Shubman Gill and former England pacer Stuart Broad, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) will collect as many used balls as possible and return them to the company that manufactures Dukes balls by the end of the week.