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Fabio Cannavaro: Back to the fore

Fabio Cannavaro: Back to the fore

Rediff.com5 Jul 2006

Things to look forward to in 2016

Things to look forward to in 2016

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

With all its ups and downs, 2015 is now concluding. And the New Year will bring new expectations to all of us. So tell us your expectations from 2016:

IPL PHOTOS: Sunrisers win last-ball thriller against Mumbai

IPL PHOTOS: Sunrisers win last-ball thriller against Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

Sunrisers Hyderabad held their nerves to edge past Mumbai Indians by one wicket off the last ball of the match in a thrilling Indian Premier League match, in Hyderabad, on Thursday.

Will Windies fast bowlers expose Australia's batting weaknesses?

Will Windies fast bowlers expose Australia's batting weaknesses?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

West Indies have lost their last four Tests, two to Australia and two to Sri Lanka, and have not enjoyed a single win in Australia since the 1996-97 tour.

When Dhoni 'the finisher' failed to finish!

When Dhoni 'the finisher' failed to finish!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, rated as one of the best finishers in limited overs cricket, hailed Zimbabwe pacer Neville Madziva, who bowled a superb final over to give the hosts a thrilling two-run victory in the first T20 International in Harare, on Saturday.

Check out how Guptill surpassed Gayle to hit highest World Cup score

Check out how Guptill surpassed Gayle to hit highest World Cup score

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

New Zealand opener Martin Guptill sent the ball soaring and the records tumbling by striking a World Cup record of 237.

Daredevils fired up by coach Ponting's goosebump-inducing speech

Daredevils fired up by coach Ponting's goosebump-inducing speech

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Ricking Ponting's 'go for the kill' approach can help Delhi Daredevils immensely in their quest for a maiden IPL trophy.

Bigg Boss 11: Vikas gets back at Hina Khan

Bigg Boss 11: Vikas gets back at Hina Khan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

Rohan Shinde brings you the latest updates from the Bigg Boss house.

25 STRIKING FRAMES of Hum

25 STRIKING FRAMES of Hum

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Agneepath, Hum and Khuda Gawah are a testament to the Bachchan-Mukul Anand actor-director chemistry. Of the three, Hum is a natural crowd-pleaser, says Sukanya Verma.

PHOTOS: SRK, Parineeti watch at Eden as KKR are thrashed by RCB

PHOTOS: SRK, Parineeti watch at Eden as KKR are thrashed by RCB

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Even Bollywood superstar and co-owner Shah Rukh Khan's presence could not inspire Kolkata Knight Riders, who were outclassed by Royal Challengers Bangalore by nine wickets, in the Indian Premier League match, in Kolkata, on Monday.

Kumble set to be retained, BCCI chief Khanna writes to secretary

Kumble set to be retained, BCCI chief Khanna writes to secretary

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India seems to be all set to retain chief coach Anil Kumble as acting president C K Khanna on Thursday wrote a letter to secretary Amitabh Chaudhary urging him to defer the recruitment process till the end of the West Indies tour.

Will India's young turks make it count in Sri Lanka?

Will India's young turks make it count in Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

For all those who are likely to get a game, there will be just one target -- to make most of their chances as some of them might not get too many with just about 16 months left for the 50-overs World Cup.

Will Super Kings do the double on Knight Riders?

Will Super Kings do the double on Knight Riders?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

Table-toppers Chennai Super Kings will look to complete the double against Kolkata Knight Riders, just like Delhi Capitals did, when the teams clash in Sunday's IPL match in Kolkata. The home side's consistency has suddenly taken a beating after two defeats on the trot, first in Chennai and then against Delhi Capitals on Friday night. Thus, the Knight Riders will be under immense pressure to arrest the slide when they face mighty Chennai.

'Never before had I met such people. Or seen such things!'

'Never before had I met such people. Or seen such things!'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

This season of LFW has been a "colourful, bizarre, exciting adventure" for 20-year-old Rediff.com's Kshamaya Daniel, who viewed it for the first time.

Team wants me to finish games batting at No. 6: Karthik

Team wants me to finish games batting at No. 6: Karthik

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

Dinesh Karthik says the Indian team management has identified the role of a finisher for him at number six.

How India outgunned Australia to win Adelaide Test

How India outgunned Australia to win Adelaide Test

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

India gave wings to their ferocious ambition of winning a maiden series Down Under, beating Australia by 31 runs in the opening Test with an irresistible fusion of self-belief, hunger and talent in Adelaide.

Ganguly part of BCCI's seven-man Committee for Lodha reforms

Ganguly part of BCCI's seven-man Committee for Lodha reforms

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

The committee's mandate is to "identify the few critical points in respect of the said judgement for the General Body of the BCCI to consider before its submission to the Hon'ble Supreme Court".

I-League: Cornell Glen brace sinks Salgaocar

I-League: Cornell Glen brace sinks Salgaocar

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

Cornell Glen struck twice as defending champions Mohun Bagan continued their winning run by notching up a convincing 3-1 win over Salgaocar FC to remain at the top of the table after the 9th round of the Hero I-League played at Tilak Stadium, in Vasco, on Saturday.

Should India retain the same playing XI for World T20?

Should India retain the same playing XI for World T20?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Yes, thinks former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Former triple jumper Rebello dies

Former triple jumper Rebello dies

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

Former athlete Henry Rebello, who had represented India in the 1948 Olympic Games in London, died here this morning after a long illness.

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

Kiwis leave no stone unturned to lift World Cup this time

Kiwis leave no stone unturned to lift World Cup this time

Rediff.com27 May 2019

New Zealand, considered perennial dark horses, know how to punch above their weight.

African Nations Cup: Hosts denied opening day triumph

African Nations Cup: Hosts denied opening day triumph

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

A late equaliser cost hosts Equatorial Guinea an opening win at the African Nations Cup finals as they drew 1-1 with Congo on Saturday before Gabon beat Burkina Faso 2-0 to top Group A.

PHOTOS: India beat Australia in Sydney, complete 3-0 rout

PHOTOS: India beat Australia in Sydney, complete 3-0 rout

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Images from the third and final T20 International between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

How Air India crew averted a major air disaster

How Air India crew averted a major air disaster

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The pilot's decision and professional competence to bring flight AI 144 safely back to Newark Liberty International Airport after an engine fire, saved the lives of 300 passengers and 15 crew members. George Joseph/Rediff.com reports

Coach Ramesh Powar humiliated me: Mithali Raj

Coach Ramesh Powar humiliated me: Mithali Raj

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Raj accused coach Ramesh Powar of discrimination and bias in a letter addressed to the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

EPL: Hammers' 16-year-old Oxford enjoys dream debut vs Arsenal

EPL: Hammers' 16-year-old Oxford enjoys dream debut vs Arsenal

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

'I thought we need someone to sit in front of the defence who is cool and can be a third defender, but who can also play on the ball. I am very proud of him.'

How India chased down mammoth total in 1st ODI

How India chased down mammoth total in 1st ODI

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

'This win is going to take a while to sink in'

Windies' 'laid back' approach not what it seems

Windies' 'laid back' approach not what it seems

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

While the Carribs have been panned even by coach Phil Simmons for 'poor body language', former West Indies captain Richie Richardson reckons that the Windies Cricket Board needs to be united in order to improve the scenario.

Liverpool beat Melbourne Victory as Suarez thrills

Liverpool beat Melbourne Victory as Suarez thrills

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard slotted a first-half goal and Iago Aspas a second in injury-time to secure a 2-0 win over Melbourne Victory but Luis Suarez hogged the limelight at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

Pallekele ODI: England's Woakes dazzles before play is abandoned

Pallekele ODI: England's Woakes dazzles before play is abandoned

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

England will return on Thursday to chase down a 240-run victory target and stay alive in the seven-match contest against Sri Lanka after rain forced play to be suspended in the fifth one-day international in Pallekele on Wednesday.

Bigg Boss 10: Whose picture was Bani hiding?

Bigg Boss 10: Whose picture was Bani hiding?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

'Was she missing her boyfriend whose animated t-shirt she fondly wears inside the house?'

Dubai Test: Root defiant after Pakistan make early inroads

Dubai Test: Root defiant after Pakistan make early inroads

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Joe Root's unbeaten half-century helped stuttering England reach 182 for three at the close on the second day of the second Test on Friday after Pakistan's seam and spin attack ran through the tourists' top order.

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Pakistan reached 142 for four wickets before play was abandoned due to rain after tea on day one of the second Test against Australia in Melbourne on Monday.

Simeone urges Barca target Griezmann to stay at Atletico

Simeone urges Barca target Griezmann to stay at Atletico

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone praised the 'decisive' Antoine Griezmann after his two goals helped down Olympique de Marseille 3-0 in the Europa League final on Wednesday and tried to convince the striker to resist the lure of Barcelona.

PHOTOS: Smith lights up day-night Test at the Gabba

PHOTOS: Smith lights up day-night Test at the Gabba

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between Australia and Pakistan, in Brisbane, on Thursday.

IPL final: A blockbuster on cards as Pune take on Mumbai in 'Maha derby'

IPL final: A blockbuster on cards as Pune take on Mumbai in 'Maha derby'

Rediff.com20 May 2017

Even on paper, there is not much to choose, especially with Pune beating MI thrice this season including a comprehensive victory in Qualifier 1. But a impressive show by Mumbai in the final cannot be ruled out.

Bigg Boss 11: Did everyone underestimate Hina Khan?

Bigg Boss 11: Did everyone underestimate Hina Khan?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Sapna and Puneesh's big bad fight. Priyank goes crazy. And Akash goes crazier. The latest updates from the Bigg Boss house.

The new Avengers film promises gloom, doom and teamwork

The new Avengers film promises gloom, doom and teamwork

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

The best thing to see in the Avengers: Age Of Ultron trailer might just be the release date!

REPORT CARD: India's pacers fail, Kohli and Rahane the saving grace

REPORT CARD: India's pacers fail, Kohli and Rahane the saving grace

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Rediff.com rates the Indian players' performances in the ODI series.