News for 'Back-Ups'

Warner hails Marsh after 'David-Goliath' partnership

Warner hails Marsh after 'David-Goliath' partnership

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

David Warner picked up the player of the match award for his sensational knock of 163 in Friday's 62-run World Cup win over Pakistan but he was quick to praise his opening partner Mitchell Marsh, who also scored a ton on his birthday.

1st ODI PIX: India's rising stars demolish South Africa

1st ODI PIX: India's rising stars demolish South Africa

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

IMAGES from the first ODI between South Africa and India played at The Wanderers, in Johannesburg, on Sunday.

Asia Cup: Dhoni injured in training, Parthiv called in as back-up

Asia Cup: Dhoni injured in training, Parthiv called in as back-up

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's participation in the Asia Cup is in doubt after he suffered an injury during a training session in Dhaka on Monday.

'Modern-day Bradman', record-breaking Smith pips Tendulkar

'Modern-day Bradman', record-breaking Smith pips Tendulkar

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'I love playing here at Lord's. It's a nice place to play if you get in, you get good value for your shots and yeah, nice to get myself back up on the honours board again.'

South Africa ready to rectify record against Bangladesh

South Africa ready to rectify record against Bangladesh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Markram added that Heinrich Klaasen, who scored a blistering 109 from 67 balls in the win over England, was working hard to be back up to speed after looking spent while batting in hot and humid conditions in Mumbai.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

IMAGES from Day 10 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

How Australia's physio got maximum from 'dead' Maxi...

How Australia's physio got maximum from 'dead' Maxi...

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Australia's physiotherapist Nick Jones's advise got a "dead man" stand on his feet. The result was an epic World Cup knock that will be talked about for a long time to come.

Nijjar killing probe 'already tainted': Indian envoy

Nijjar killing probe 'already tainted': Indian envoy

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

India's High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma reiterated New Delhi's stand on the diplomatic standoff with Canada, and urged Ottawa to release evidence backing up its allegation regarding the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Warner reveals his most cherished moments and unfulfilled dreams

Warner reveals his most cherished moments and unfulfilled dreams

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Warner is poised to wrap up his Test cricket journey with the upcoming third Test against Pakistan at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Third T20I washed out, denies game time to young talent

Third T20I washed out, denies game time to young talent

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

The third and final T20 International between India and Ireland here on Wednesday was washed out without a ball being bowled.

Pakistan ready with back-up plan if India refuses to play: PCB

Pakistan ready with back-up plan if India refuses to play: PCB

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that the PCB has been working on a back up plan if India refuses to play the bilateral series in the United Arab Emirates in December.

Jennifer Lopez returns to films The Back-up Plan

Jennifer Lopez returns to films The Back-up Plan

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Actress Jennifer Lopez who was last seen in film El-Cantante with husband Marc Anthony will return on the celluloid with romantic comedy The Back-up Plan.

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Koopmeiners leads Atalanta past Milan into Coppa semis

Terrorists had a back-up steamer off Mumbai coast

Terrorists had a back-up steamer off Mumbai coast

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

Even as the world expresses shock over the barbarity and the level of preparedness of the fidayeen attacks on Mumbai, the Intelligence Bureau has said that the assault was being planned for the last six to seven months.

Stalled rescue op for trapped workers resumes, work on another tunnel begins

Stalled rescue op for trapped workers resumes, work on another tunnel begins

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

"The new food supply pipeline has also made it easier to supply better food in larger quantities to them, which is a good thing. Otherwise the situation remains the same," said Negi, who spoke to his brother.

Back up claims of poll rigging with evidence: Pak

Back up claims of poll rigging with evidence: Pak

Rediff.com25 Dec 2007

Information Minister Nisar Memon said the interim government believes that the political parties and candidates should work together to create an atmosphere conducive to the holding of free, fair and transparent polls. Dismissing apprehensions of pre-poll rigging expressed by some political leaders, Memon said in a statement that the "unfortunate culture of questioning the electoral process has become a custom in our country".

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

An outdated batting approach, dismal performance of the spinners, lack of back-up options and selection blunders have led to another early World Cup exit for the forever unpredictable Pakistan unit.

Putin Meets His Inner Circle

Putin Meets His Inner Circle

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Thirty six hours after the most serious threat to his 23-year rule was resolved for now, Russian President Vladimir Putin summoned heads of Russian security services -- members of his inner circle -- to the Kremlin on Monday, June 26, 2023.

Ailing girl thrown out by UP hospital, dies outside

Ailing girl thrown out by UP hospital, dies outside

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A 17-year-old girl died right outside a hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri, allegedly after the staff removed her from there after treating her for two days.

After close call South Africa to fine-tune run-chase

After close call South Africa to fine-tune run-chase

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

South Africa should have been more clinical in the run-chase against Pakistan during the World Cup match in Chennai on Friday, said skipper Temba Bavuma, adding they were lucky to escape by the skin of their teeth.

Dutch coach admits dream of WC dream in jeopardy after crushing defeat

Dutch coach admits dream of WC dream in jeopardy after crushing defeat

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

The Dutch team lost by 309 runs -- the biggest in tournament history -- against Australia, their fourth loss to lie at the bottom of the points table.

'My mum was worried I was going to be killed'

'My mum was worried I was going to be killed'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

'They had been locked up for 17 days and the door was opened and they're like, 'We're not going on one of these stretcher things. We're out of here'!' 'Then someone says, 'They're all out!' 'They are all safe?' 'Yes, they're all safe'.' 'I am like aaaaahhh. I cried happy tears.'

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

UWW will not interfere in the pending case relating to the alleged sexual harassment of Indian women grapplers by former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh but will "listen to the voices of athletes" if they approach the world body again, its chief Nenad Lalovic said on Monday.

Pick Your Indian Team for Sri Lanka Game

Pick Your Indian Team for Sri Lanka Game

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the Asia Cup Super Fours match against Sri Lanka?

Asia Cup: K L Rahul to miss Pakistan, Nepal matches

Asia Cup: K L Rahul to miss Pakistan, Nepal matches

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Wicketkeeper-batter K L Rahul will miss India's first two matches of the upcoming Asia Cup after failing to recover fully from a niggle.

Warner acknowledges IPL lessons for success in ODIs

Warner acknowledges IPL lessons for success in ODIs

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Opener David Warner, who set up a crucial victory for Australia with a whirlwind century in the ongoing World Cup on Friday, credited the IPL for working as a learning platform where he perfected the art of pacing an ODI innings.

The struggles of Team India's 'Super Fan' Ram Babu

The struggles of Team India's 'Super Fan' Ram Babu

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Ram Babu is a Mahendra Singh Dhoni fan, whose presence does not go unnoticed at the venues where Indian team competes.

Is Bajaj Fin preparing to fight Jio Fin with fund raise? Analysts weigh in

Is Bajaj Fin preparing to fight Jio Fin with fund raise? Analysts weigh in

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

India's biggest non-bank finance company, Bajaj Finance (BAF), is set to raise capital after a gap of four years. On October 5, the board of directors will meet to approve the fund raise by way of preferential issue and/or qualified institutional placement (QIP) subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. The move, analysts said, comes ahead of expectations, and could be in the wake of simmering competition in the consumer lending space, especially with the launch of Jio Financial Services (Jio Fin). "While we still do not have finer details on the game-plan of Jio Financial, it has plans to initially foray into consumer and merchant lending.

Shubhankar finishes seventh at Irish Open golf

Shubhankar finishes seventh at Irish Open golf

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Shubhankar Sharma ended tied seventh with a final round of 1-under 71.

'Goal is to turn bronze into gold'

'Goal is to turn bronze into gold'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

'When you are playing team events in these Games, it's a completely different atmosphere.' 'There's pressure, there's excitement, it's a completely different vibe.'

Keeper Peirson to link up with Aus Ashes squad

Keeper Peirson to link up with Aus Ashes squad

Rediff.com26 May 2023

He will be back-up for Australia's regular wicketkeeper Alex Carey until Inglis returns to the squad for the rest of the five-Test series against England.

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

It is a tribute to a system so robustly meritocratic that this team represents India's diversity better than any other institution: The Union Cabinet, our chief ministers, the civil services, the leadership of our armed forces and security agencies, the judiciary and more than all of these, our typical newsroom. That is the biggest message from this breathless rise of Indian cricket, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

US Open 2023: The top 5 women to watch out for

US Open 2023: The top 5 women to watch out for

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Five top contenders for the women's title at the US Open.

World Cup: Sri Lanka hand England crushing defeat

World Cup: Sri Lanka hand England crushing defeat

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the World Cup match between England and Sri Lanka, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, on Thursday.

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Captain Wendie Renard's header seven minutes from time earned France a dramatic 2-1 win over Brazil.

No law to back UP govt's action: SC on 'name and shame' posters

No law to back UP govt's action: SC on 'name and shame' posters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

The apex court, however, said there is no doubt that action should be taken against the rioters and they should be punished.

Maxwell likely to skip India ODIs ahead of World Cup

Maxwell likely to skip India ODIs ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

While Maxwell is still harbouring aspirations of making a fleeting appearance during Australia's ODI series in India later this month, the 34-year-old maintains being fit for the World Cup is his primary focus.

Milestone man Ashwin spins out Windies on Day 1

Milestone man Ashwin spins out Windies on Day 1

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin claimed 5-60 to bundle out West Indies for only 150 run

Cheating scandal: Carlsen, Chess.com beat Niemann's defamation lawsuit

Cheating scandal: Carlsen, Chess.com beat Niemann's defamation lawsuit

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

A federal court dismissed Hans Niemann's $100 million defamation lawsuit alleging Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com falsely accused him of cheating.

India's Top-4 Puzzle: Is Samson The Missing Piece?

India's Top-4 Puzzle: Is Samson The Missing Piece?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'While acknowledging Sanju's potential to pivot the course of a game with his exceptional abilities, it's imperative to recognise the distinct role that Team India expects from him.'