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Hosts and favourites, the pressure is on England

Hosts and favourites, the pressure is on England

Rediff.com29 May 2019

The big question mark is whether England can cope with the level of expectation that surrounds them as favourites on home soil.

Waugh wowed by deceptive Archer's 'X-factor'

Waugh wowed by deceptive Archer's 'X-factor'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Waugh did not find any problems with Archer's stamina either after the Barbados-born 24-year-old bowled 44 overs and took 5-91 at Lord's.

Off-form Amla makes South Africa World Cup squad

Off-form Amla makes South Africa World Cup squad

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

South Africa have included off-form opening batsman Hashim Amla in their squad for the Cricket World Cup in England and Wales starting next month, but there is no place for all-rounder Chris Morris.

Pant, Rayudu drafted in as standbys for World Cup

Pant, Rayudu drafted in as standbys for World Cup

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Pant and Rayudu's exclusion from the squad of 15 had created quite a stir on Monday. While Sunil Gavaskar called Pant's omission surprising, the snub to Rayudu was questioned by Gautam Gambhir.

Liverpool win Super Cup after penalty shootout

Liverpool win Super Cup after penalty shootout

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Liverpool won the Super Cup 5-4 on penalties against Chelsea

Six hitting alone does not guarantee entertainment in ODIs: Atherton

Six hitting alone does not guarantee entertainment in ODIs: Atherton

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Power-hitting in One-Day Internationals does not always guarantee entertainment and cricket authorities must alter the laws to restore balance between bat and ball, former England captain Michael Atherton said.

Noose tightens around ponzi scheme operators

Noose tightens around ponzi scheme operators

Rediff.com9 May 2019

The move is aimed at protecting investors from parking their money in dubious schemes.

'RBI need to cut by 100 bps in one shot'

'RBI need to cut by 100 bps in one shot'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

'Rate cut should reiterate RBI's commitment in providing confidence to consumers and small business.'

The Armed Forces's COVID-19 Challenge

The Armed Forces's COVID-19 Challenge

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'The COVID-19 pandemic must push the military into a long-term reconsideration of its primary challenges.' 'There must be greater emphasis on humanitarian aid and disaster relief including the management of contagious illnesses and impending crises caused by climate change,' notes Ajai Shukla.

World T20 preps commence with SA series

World T20 preps commence with SA series

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

The 3-0 series win against the West Indies could be called a precursor and the real battle begins now against Quinton de Kock's Proteas who are also in the midst of a tough transition.

Ashwin 'Mankading' Buttler within Laws of Cricket: MCC

Ashwin 'Mankading' Buttler within Laws of Cricket: MCC

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

The Marylebone Cricket Club, custodians of the laws of cricket, on Tuesday, said Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was under no obligation to warn Jos Buttler before 'Mankading' him in the Indian Premier League match between Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur.

2nd Test: Du Plessis's ton puts South Africa in commanding position

2nd Test: Du Plessis's ton puts South Africa in commanding position

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Captain Faf du Plessis led from the front with a hard-earned century to give South Africa a commanding 205-run advantage at the end of the second day of the second Test against Pakistan, at Newlands, on Friday.

Hong Kong's COVID-19 lessons for the world

Hong Kong's COVID-19 lessons for the world

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'The rate of transmission of COVID-19 in Hong Kong was 0.7 -- anything below 1 suggests the epidemic is receding.' 'The city-State achieved this without the de facto police-State curfew that India has resorted to,' says Rahul Jacob.

Williamson pleased boundary count-back rule scrapped

Williamson pleased boundary count-back rule scrapped

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

'It's not really a surprise (the rule was changed). I genuinely think that no one ever thought that was going to happen and it did'

Why Rayudu was not picked for World Cup

Why Rayudu was not picked for World Cup

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

The surprise decision not to consider Ambati Rayudu for the World Cup was devoid of any bias, said chief selector MSK Prasad.

I want to punch myself, says dejected McIlroy

I want to punch myself, says dejected McIlroy

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

McIlroy was tipped as one of the favourites for the first Open in Northern Ireland since 1951 but now faces a battle to get back amongst the leaders.

PICS: Schmiedlova stuns Azarenka; Nadal, Thiem cruise

PICS: Schmiedlova stuns Azarenka; Nadal, Thiem cruise

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Images from Day 4 of the French Open, at Roland Garros, in Paris.

PHOTOS: Best moments from the World Cup so far...

PHOTOS: Best moments from the World Cup so far...

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

There were close matches, acrobatic fielding, some sharp bowling and big runs scored in the round-robin phase. Here are some memorable moments from the World Cup so far

Australia have done homework, ready for India: Finch

Australia have done homework, ready for India: Finch

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

'Warner shaken up after hitting bowler in nets'

Pandey replaces injured Rahane; Shardul as cover for Shami

Pandey replaces injured Rahane; Shardul as cover for Shami

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

India's injury woes continued as batting mainstay Ajinkya Rahane was ruled out of the remaining two Tests against England due to injury. He will be replaced by Karnataka batsman Manish Pandey. Apparently, Rahane sustained a finger injury on his right index finger during India's training session at the Wankhede stadium on Wednesday.

India's bowling coach is on a mission. But what is it?

India's bowling coach is on a mission. But what is it?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

Bharat Arun is focussed on his next goal -- preparing the talented back-up pacers keeping an eye on the 2019 World Cup in England.

4 or 5 day Tests? What will ICC decide?

4 or 5 day Tests? What will ICC decide?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

We don't know where this proposal is going to end up, but we do know that Test cricket is becoming less and less feasible in commercial and financial terms, with every passing Test, says Suhit K Sen.

PMC Bank MD admits to under-reporting HDIL's bad loans

PMC Bank MD admits to under-reporting HDIL's bad loans

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Joy Thomas stated that one large account -- HDIL -- was the sole reason for the present crisis that led to the regulatory action on Tuesday when Reserve Bank of India superseded its management and placed it under an administrator for the next six months.

SA must make most of India's first-game nerves: Kallis

SA must make most of India's first-game nerves: Kallis

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

'It doesn't get any easier though against India but it's their first game and our third, so maybe that could give us the edge we need'

5 talking points from England vs India

5 talking points from England vs India

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

England and India renew one of cricket's great rivalries at Edgbaston and, with so much on the line, it is no wonder the mercury is rising.

Trump made my 'skin crawl' during Prez debates: Clinton

Trump made my 'skin crawl' during Prez debates: Clinton

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

She says Trump made her feel 'incredibly uncomfortable' and was breathing down her neck.

3rd Test: Pakistan lose late wickets after South Africa collapse

3rd Test: Pakistan lose late wickets after South Africa collapse

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Vernon Philander took two wickets in as many balls to leave Pakistan on 17 for two wickets at the end of the first day of the third Test after they had rallied earlier on Friday and bowled hosts South Africa out for 262.

India-China: 'More dangerous than before'

India-China: 'More dangerous than before'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'Why has the peace been kept?' 'Basically because there is a balance.' 'Maybe they think that balance has changed.' 'People can make mistakes. People can miscalculate.' 'If that is the cause, then I think what we have done, matching their build-up, etc, it is giving a good account of ourselves in the face-offs.'

Modi, Oli inaugurate South Asia's first cross-border oil pipeline

Modi, Oli inaugurate South Asia's first cross-border oil pipeline

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

As of now, tankers carry petroleum products from India to Nepal as part of an arrangement which is in place since 1973.

What's unique about Vivo X21 UD's fingerprint scanner?

What's unique about Vivo X21 UD's fingerprint scanner?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The sensor lies embedded underneath the OLED display which is almost invisible.

Why the Indian women's team are struggling in T20s...

Why the Indian women's team are struggling in T20s...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

Despite the 0-3 whitewash in the T20 series against England, India coach WV Raman said he was not crestfallen and is looking ahead to the future with many youngsters coming up.

'KKR have no issues at all with Ganguly's dual role'

'KKR have no issues at all with Ganguly's dual role'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

A few insiders at CAB have claimed that its president Ganguly may have a 'say' in the pitch, which could assist pacers. But KKR are not wary.

'Smith batted beautifully, he showed his class'

'Smith batted beautifully, he showed his class'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

Australia wicket-keeper Alex Carey got to witness Steve Smith's coolness under pressure first-hand and has commended the former captain for helping spark the turnaround against West Indies.

Bumrah rested for WI ODIs, T20Is; Dhawan back, Dhoni 'unavailable'

Bumrah rested for WI ODIs, T20Is; Dhawan back, Dhoni 'unavailable'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the three-match T20Is and ODIs against West Indies but has been included in the Test squad, while veteran wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is 'unavailable' for the entire tour.

IPL Preview: CSK take on table-toppers Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL Preview: CSK take on table-toppers Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Chennai Super Kings take on table toppers Sunrisers Hyderabad in an Indian Premier League match, in Pune, on Sunday.

'World Cup will be won and lost in middle overs'

'World Cup will be won and lost in middle overs'

Rediff.com23 May 2019

With quality bowling attacks, Australia and India may have the edge at the World Cup in England where fortunes are likely to be made or marred in the middle overs.

Why did India's building craze halt?

Why did India's building craze halt?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'The real estate sector has been badly bruised because it has become too reliant on funding from NBFCs, including housing finance companies. 'When the NBFC industry was rocked late last year by a large default, the real estate sector was hit hard. 'An intricate web of links between rural incomes, construction activity and shadow banks are fuelling the economic slowdown', says Pranjul Bhandari.

Wary of past pain, Nadal eyes third Wimbledon title

Wary of past pain, Nadal eyes third Wimbledon title

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

After all, he has been champion there twice, is bang in form after a record-stretching 12th French Open, is injury free and last year was a whisker away from reaching the final.

'Nobody can say BJP is protecting the accused'

'Nobody can say BJP is protecting the accused'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'Let the courts decide who is guilty and what punishment they should get.'

What you must know about Handwara anti-terror operation

What you must know about Handwara anti-terror operation

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd), former general officer in commanding, 15 Corps, explains what may have happened during the Indian Army's anti-terrorist operation in Kashmir in which four soldiers and one policemen, including the commanding officer 21 Rashtriya Rifles, made the supreme sacrifice for the Motherland.