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'Different individuals stepped up': How India made it to WTC final

'Different individuals stepped up': How India made it to WTC final

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Captain Rohit Sharma believes all individuals showed a lot of character and stepped up when needed to take India to the World Test Championship final for the second consecutive time.

Babar Azam returns to lead Pakistan

Babar Azam returns to lead Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Babar Azam is set to return as Pakistan skipper for their home series against New Zealand, starting April 14.

Breaking into world's top three my target now: Prannoy

Breaking into world's top three my target now: Prannoy

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

India's star shuttler H S Prannoy doesn't want to think about Paris right now and is instead focussing on "short-term targets" like breaking into the world's top three.

Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing WC player

Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing WC player

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Asked again about the incident on Spain's COPE Radio station, Hermoso said: "I wish they created (controversy) involving someone else, I'm a world champion and that's what matters."

Shikha Pandey back in India squad for T20 Womens WC

Shikha Pandey back in India squad for T20 Womens WC

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

The Australia series exposed India's frailties in the bowling department and the team has a lot of work to do before the ICC event.

ODI World Cup: Promising pleasant fan experience, Delhi set for major renovation

ODI World Cup: Promising pleasant fan experience, Delhi set for major renovation

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

The Arun Jaitley Stadium will be undergoing a major renovation, worth Rs 20 to 25 crore, for the five matches it hosts during the ODI World Cup in October-November.

The force behind Axar's rapid rise as a batter

The force behind Axar's rapid rise as a batter

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Axar has come of age as a batter, coming up with crucial performances across formats in the last three months.

PHOTOS: Australia vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy

PHOTOS: Australia vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Images from ICC Champions Trophy match between Australia and New Zealand at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Wednesday.

Amol Muzumdar set to take charge as head coach of Indian women's team

Amol Muzumdar set to take charge as head coach of Indian women's team

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Muzumdar was the only one to appear for the interview in person.

The Family That Makes Ganeshas

The Family That Makes Ganeshas

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

'We are called artists, just like the film people and dancers and actors. But there's a very little value to what we do as artists.'

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India have won three medals in the World Cup so far -- a third place finish in the inaugural edition in 1971, followed by a silver in 1973 and gold in 1975 at Kuala Lumpur.

African Union becomes permanent member of G20

African Union becomes permanent member of G20

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The African Union on Saturday joined the G20 after all member countries accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's proposal to bring the key bloc of the Global South to the high table of the world's top economies, a major diplomatic achievement of India's presidency.

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

India skipper Rohit Sharma gave an update on Shreyas Iyer's recurring back injury and the captain didn't sound to optimistic of the batter playing anytime soon.

India hosts grand G20 Summit: What's on agenda

India hosts grand G20 Summit: What's on agenda

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The summit is being attended by more than 30 heads of state and top officials from the European Union and invited guest countries and 14 heads of international organisations.

Ask Sikhs In Punjab If They Want Khalistan...

Ask Sikhs In Punjab If They Want Khalistan...

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Almost all will say no. Then ask them why they don't push back at those who rise the slogan of Khalistan. Somebody would confront you with a counter-question: If people can talk of a Hindu Rashtra, why get so upset if others talk of a Sikh Nation, points out Shekhar Gupta.

BCCI Contracts: Jadeja, Axar promoted; Rahul demoted

BCCI Contracts: Jadeja, Axar promoted; Rahul demoted

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was rewarded with the elite grade A plus retainership.

Series at stake, India and Australia ready for showdown

Series at stake, India and Australia ready for showdown

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

India showed commendable character in Rajkot to level the series, proving that the panic buttons were pressed prematurely following the 10-wicket loss in Mumbai.

Prannoy eyes good show as Sindhu, Srikanth desperate for a turnaround

Prannoy eyes good show as Sindhu, Srikanth desperate for a turnaround

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Star Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth will look to arrest their slump in form when they begin their campaign at the Australia Open badminton tournament in Sydney on Tuesday.

IPL 2023: Haddin joins Punjab Kings as assistant coach

IPL 2023: Haddin joins Punjab Kings as assistant coach

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Brad Hadding joining Punjab Kings was on the cards after they roped in World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss as the new head coach, replacing Anil Kumble.

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

ICC World Cup: Plucky Afghanistan slay Pakistan by 8 wickets

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Chennai on Monday.

'India need to play key role in promoting women's Tests'

'India need to play key role in promoting women's Tests'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Australia captain Meg Lanning says women's Test matches need to spread beyond Australia-England rivalry and believes India need to play a big role in promoting the format.

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The biggest question looming over the summit is whether there will be a joint leaders' declaration in view of the sharp differences between the West and the Russia-China combine on the text to describe the Ukraine conflict in the document.

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Surya was hit just above right wrist by a throwdown from Raghavendra and immediately left the nets writhing in pain.

When Suryakumar was disappointed with Australia snub

When Suryakumar was disappointed with Australia snub

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

The non-selection, despite his prolific run in domestic cricket and the IPL, extended Suryakumar's wait for an India cap.

Rain washes out final day as India settle for 1-0 series win

Rain washes out final day as India settle for 1-0 series win

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

An Indian team in transition will feel robbed of an opportunity as torrential rain came in its way of potentially winning the second Test against West Indies and completing a 2-0 series whitewash in the Port of Spain on Monday.

Cummins rests faith in spinners ahead of India tour

Cummins rests faith in spinners ahead of India tour

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

The skipper is also counting on the likes of part-time spinners Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith to pitch in the slow bowling department.

'You stand in the slips and half the battle is won'

'You stand in the slips and half the battle is won'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

In a chat with PTI ahead of Tendulkar's 50th birthday, Gaekwad fondly recalled the time spent in the dressing room with the little master during the memorable home series against Pakistan in 1999, the 'Desert Storm' in Sharjah the year before, and his first meeting with a 15-year-old Sachin during a Ranji Trophy game in the late 80s.

PHOTOS: Meet Australia's good luck charms

PHOTOS: Meet Australia's good luck charms

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Besides the Australian fans at Lord's Cricket Ground, most of the players had support in the form of their families and spouses.

PHOTOS: Lyon snares 8 wickets as India crumble

PHOTOS: Lyon snares 8 wickets as India crumble

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 3rd Test played between India and Australia in Indore on Thursday.

The Ashes: Milestones to watch out for...

The Ashes: Milestones to watch out for...

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

As the prestigious Ashes gets underway, here's a look at the milestones that can be achieved.

'Will play cricket the way that gets us results'

'Will play cricket the way that gets us results'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

England will 'play cricket that gets a result, our way', said their inspirational captain Ben Stokes, strengthening the team's commitment to stick to the hotly-debated 'Bazball' approach.

Warner 'tired and exhausted' ahead of India Tests

Warner 'tired and exhausted' ahead of India Tests

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Star Australian opener David Warner "tired and exhausted" ahead of the upcoming four-Test series in India, starting in Nagpur on February 9.

Djokovic's dad seen posing with fans carrying Russia flags

Djokovic's dad seen posing with fans carrying Russia flags

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Australian Open organisers have issued a reminder to players and their entourages about their policy on "inappropriate flags" after a video emerged showing Novak Djokovic's father posing for pictures with fans holding Russian flags.

Narco-terror nexus: NIA raids 324 places in 9 states, UTs; several detained

Narco-terror nexus: NIA raids 324 places in 9 states, UTs; several detained

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The NIA had registered three cases last year following information suggesting that terrorist outfits and their sympathisers abroad were operating as members of organised criminal gangs active in the northern states of India for targeted killings and violent criminal acts.

Historic! Female umpires to officiate in Ranji Trophy

Historic! Female umpires to officiate in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Vrinda Rathi, Janani Narayan and Gayathri Venugopalan are set to break new ground and officiate in the Ranji Trophy.

ZaraBol chat: How Dhoni, Ashwin destroyed Australia

ZaraBol chat: How Dhoni, Ashwin destroyed Australia

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Discuss the first Test, with India Abroad's Bikash Mohapatra on Rediff ZaraBol at 14.45 IST.

SA T20s: The key areas for India to improve ahead of T20 World Cup

SA T20s: The key areas for India to improve ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

India will be looking to round off their T20 World Cup preparation with a marked improvement in their death bowling besides providing crucial game time to its untested players in the three-match series against South Africa.

On comeback trail, Shikha raring to go on for India

On comeback trail, Shikha raring to go on for India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

'I try to take it one day at a time. Short term goals help me a lot. There is always pressure to perform and I am hoping I am better equipped this time around.'

China holds meet with 19 countries in Indian Ocean region without India

China holds meet with 19 countries in Indian Ocean region without India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

Last year, China held a meeting with some South Asian countries on COVID-19 vaccine cooperation without the participation of India.

Blinken visits Beijing in a bid to ease tension with China

Blinken visits Beijing in a bid to ease tension with China

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

On a mission to cool soaring bilateral tensions, United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday held extensive talks with his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang on a range of issues, including the Taiwan issue and the Ukraine war.