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IPL 2026: Krunal explains why pressure brings out his best

IPL 2026: Krunal explains why pressure brings out his best

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses the challenges of being defending champions in the IPL, emphasising the importance of embracing pressure and adapting to the evolving nature of the game.

Nuwan Thushara withdraws suit vs Sri Lanka Cricket over IPL NOC row

Nuwan Thushara withdraws suit vs Sri Lanka Cricket over IPL NOC row

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara withdraws his lawsuit against Sri Lanka Cricket over denial of IPL 2026 NOC, apologises to board as tournament nears completion.

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler played useful knocks to help Gujarat Titans chase down defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru's modest total, securing a four-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Consistent Bhuvneshwar Kumar reaches new milestone

Consistent Bhuvneshwar Kumar reaches new milestone

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes the first Indian pacer to take 350 T20 wickets, achieving the milestone during RCB's IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans.

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

IPL 2026: Watching Virat Kohli, you understand art of chasing, says RCB's Jacob Bethell

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.

Chelangat, Kibet Target Ugandan Double At TCS World 10K

Chelangat, Kibet Target Ugandan Double At TCS World 10K

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Defending champion Sarah Chelangat and Harbert Kibet aim for Ugandan victories in the TCS World 10K, a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race. Chelangat is fit and seeks to improve her time, while Kibet's impressive form makes him a favourite. Challengers include Brenda Jepchirchir and Fantaye Belayneh in the women's race, and Rodrigue Kwizera and Gemechu Dida in the men's race.

IPL 2026: Anuj Rawat reveals Gill's leadership secret

IPL 2026: Anuj Rawat reveals Gill's leadership secret

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans' Anuj Rawat discusses the importance of preparation and mental freshness in the IPL, praising Shubman Gill's leadership and Matthew Hayden's coaching.

Bishop, Mukund question Holder's controversial catch

Bishop, Mukund question Holder's controversial catch

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ian Bishop and Abhinav Mukund question the legality of Jason Holder's catch to dismiss Rajat Patidar, saying there was enough evidence to rule it not out.

IPL 2026: Dropped catch of Virat Kohli cost Gujarat Titans a lot, says Gavaskar

IPL 2026: Dropped catch of Virat Kohli cost Gujarat Titans a lot, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said an early dropped catch of Virat Kohli proved decisive as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in an Indian Premier League 2026 match in Bengaluru on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Bengaluru Man Murdered; Woman and Two Others Arrested

Bengaluru Man Murdered; Woman and Two Others Arrested

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man was found murdered in his Bengaluru home, and three individuals, including a woman involved in a relationship with the deceased, have been arrested in connection with the crime.

IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Preview: Can batters fire on Chinnaswamy pitch?

IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Preview: Can batters fire on Chinnaswamy pitch?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be aiming for a batting resurgence against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League match.

Realty developers roll out flexible payment plans amid slow sales

Realty developers roll out flexible payment plans amid slow sales

Rediff.com4 days ago

Real estate developers are increasingly offering flexible payment plans, such as low booking amounts and deferred payments, to stimulate housing sales and manage affordability concerns without resorting to price cuts, as sales volumes declined by 14 per cent in 2025.

India Audits 101 Cities To Assess Ease Of Living

India Audits 101 Cities To Assess Ease Of Living

Rediff.com1 days ago

India is conducting a special audit of 101 cities to assess ease of living from the citizen's perspective, Comptroller and Auditor General K Sanjay Murthy said.

Staff Face Action For Forcing Students To Remove Sacred Thread

Staff Face Action For Forcing Students To Remove Sacred Thread

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Bengaluru authorities have initiated action against staff members of a private college for allegedly forcing students to remove their 'janivara' (sacred thread) before a CET exam. An inquiry suggests the action was intentional, leading to arrests, suspensions, and a ban on the college as a CET exam centre.

How IPL Power Hitting Is Changing Bowling: Krunal Pandya

How IPL Power Hitting Is Changing Bowling: Krunal Pandya

Rediff.com1 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses how the increased power-hitting in the IPL is forcing bowlers to evolve and adapt their strategies to stay competitive.

Devdutt Padikkal attributes T20 success to captaincy experience

Devdutt Padikkal attributes T20 success to captaincy experience

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Devdutt Padikkal credits his captaincy experience with Karnataka for enhancing his game awareness and contributing to his development as a T20 batter. He also praised Virat Kohli's intensity and the supportive environment at Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Is Suyash Sharma key to RCB's title defence?

Is Suyash Sharma key to RCB's title defence?

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Suyash Sharma needs more support if RCB are to lift the trophy for the second time, believes former Mumbai Indians batter, Aditya Tare.

Kannada Actress Ranya Rao To Be Released After Smuggling Case

Kannada Actress Ranya Rao To Be Released After Smuggling Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Kannada film actress Ranya Rao is set to be released from Bengaluru Central Jail after a year of detention in a gold smuggling case.

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Dale Steyn analyses Delhi Capitals' batting collapse in the IPL, suggesting modern batters are not adequately prepared for hard lengths, a weakness exploited by bowlers like Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Bengaluru Police Nab Interstate Drug Peddlers with Rs 11.5 Crore Worth of Narcotics

Bengaluru Police Nab Interstate Drug Peddlers with Rs 11.5 Crore Worth of Narcotics

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested two alleged interstate drug peddlers, including a woman, and seized narcotics worth Rs 11.50 crore. The operation uncovered a network distributing drugs sourced from Thailand, along with other seizures of Ganja and Hashish Oil.

Bhuvneshwar defends Hazlewood, explains RCB tactics in GT loss

Bhuvneshwar defends Hazlewood, explains RCB tactics in GT loss

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bhuvneshwar Kumar backs Josh Hazlewood after RCB's loss to Gujarat Titans, explaining tactical calls and insisting it was just an off day in a long IPL season.

Vinesh Phogat Faces Warning After Missed Doping Test

Vinesh Phogat Faces Warning After Missed Doping Test

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been notified by the International Testing Agency (ITA) for a missed out-of-competition doping test dating back to December 18, 2025. This marks her first whereabouts failure in the last 12 months and triggers a warning under anti-doping regulations.

'Namaskara!' Sprint king Bolt cheers for RCB in viral post

'Namaskara!' Sprint king Bolt cheers for RCB in viral post

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Usain Bolt shows support for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, sharing a jersey post as the in-form side prepares to face Delhi Capitals.

Infosys Ranks As Top Company For Career Growth In India

Infosys Ranks As Top Company For Career Growth In India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Infosys has been recognised as the leading company for career growth in India, according to LinkedIn's '2026 Top Companies' list. The list, dominated by tech firms, consulting giants, and financial institutions, also features Accenture, Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, and SAP in the top five.

IPL 2026: 'Massive two points...' Buttler delighted with Gujarat Titans' crucial over RCB

IPL 2026: 'Massive two points...' Buttler delighted with Gujarat Titans' crucial over RCB

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Jos Buttler expressed his satisfaction after Gujarat Titans' victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, emphasising the importance of the win for their playoff aspirations. Shubman Gill and Buttler's strong batting performances, along with Rahul Tewatia's finishing, secured the win. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar acknowledged his team's insufficient score.

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the schedule for the first 20 games to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

Bengaluru Police Nab 16 Drug Peddlers, Seize 5.24 Crore Worth of Drugs

Bengaluru Police Nab 16 Drug Peddlers, Seize 5.24 Crore Worth of Drugs

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Bengaluru City Police arrested 16 individuals, including two women, for alleged drug peddling and seized contraband worth 5.24 crore. The Narcotics Wing of the Central Crime Branch made the arrests, seizing MDMA ecstasy pills, MDMA crystal, ganja, and hydro ganja. Nine foreign nationals overstaying their visas and allegedly involved in drug peddling were also taken into custody.

Kohli-Anushka Seek Blessings in Vrindavan After Social Media Buzz

Kohli-Anushka Seek Blessings in Vrindavan After Social Media Buzz

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visit Vrindavan to seek blessings of Premanand Maharaj on Akshaya Tritiya, marking their first public appearance after a recent social media controversy.

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Kevin Pietersen has encouraged England batter Jacob Bethell to remain in India and continue his IPL journey, countering Alastair Cook's suggestion that he should return to county cricket.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya out with back spasm; Suryakumar Yadav leads Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya out with back spasm; Suryakumar Yadav leads Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya missed a crucial IPL match due to a back spasm, with Suryakumar Yadav stepping in as captain. Rohit Sharma returned to the team after recovering from a hamstring injury.

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United FC played a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match.

IPL 2026, RCB vs DC: RCB pacers send Delhi Capitals crashing in stunning Powerplay

IPL 2026, RCB vs DC: RCB pacers send Delhi Capitals crashing in stunning Powerplay

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a devastating bowling performance, dismantling the Delhi Capitals' batting lineup in a stunning IPL match.

IPL 2026: Why did Punjab Kings underuse Chahal?

IPL 2026: Why did Punjab Kings underuse Chahal?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mohammad Kaif has expressed his surprise at the limited use of Yuzvendra Chahal during Punjab Kings' loss to Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash.

IPL 2026: LSG stun RCB, end losing streak with Marsh masterclass

IPL 2026: LSG stun RCB, end losing streak with Marsh masterclass

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mitchell Marsh's blazing century and Prince Yadav's bowling heroics powered Lucknow Super Giants to a nine-run DLS win over RCB in a rain-hit IPL clash, ending their losing streak.

Mission Drishti Marks Space Tech Breakthrough

Mission Drishti Marks Space Tech Breakthrough

Rediff.com4 days ago

Weighing 190 kg, Mission Drishti is India's heaviest privately developed Earth observation satellite.

From fringe to force: Rasikh Dar drives RCB's bowling surge

From fringe to force: Rasikh Dar drives RCB's bowling surge

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Rasikh Dar's four-wicket haul and Josh Hazlewood's return have bolstered Royal Challengers Bengaluru's bowling, powering them to the top of the IPL standings.

MI travel to Raipur; Hardik's absence sparks concern

MI travel to Raipur; Hardik's absence sparks concern

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hardik Pandya likely to miss more Indian Premier League matches due to back spasms, with Mumbai Indians awaiting clarity on their captain's return.

IPL 2026: Umesh explains why Bhuvneshwar is outperforming Bumrah

IPL 2026: Umesh explains why Bhuvneshwar is outperforming Bumrah

Rediff.com1 days ago

Senior India pacer Umesh Yadav analyses Jasprit Bumrah's inconsistent IPL performance, attributing it to trying too many things, while praising Bhuvneshwar Kumar's clear planning and execution.

What makes Virat Kohli special? Gujarat Titans assistant coach explains

What makes Virat Kohli special? Gujarat Titans assistant coach explains

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans assistant coach Vijay Dahiya praises Virat Kohli's relentless drive and hunger to improve, highlighting his energy, awareness, and ability to control the game during RCB's recent win against GT in the Indian Premier League.

Karnataka To Act Against Staff Over Sacred Thread Incident

Karnataka To Act Against Staff Over Sacred Thread Incident

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Karnataka government promises strict action after students were allegedly forced to remove their sacred threads before a CET exam. An inquiry suggests the action was intentional, leading to arrests and a ban on future exams at the involved institution.