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Smith admits to taking dressing room help for DRS

Smith admits to taking dressing room help for DRS

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Steve Smith admitted on Tuesday that he made a mistake by seeking help from the dressing room on a DRS call but the Australia captain insisted that the game was played in good spirit.

Football Focus: Guardiola hopes Messi ends career at Barcelona

Football Focus: Guardiola hopes Messi ends career at Barcelona

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Summary of all that transpired on and off the football field

Shootout curse banished, England fans dare to dream

Shootout curse banished, England fans dare to dream

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

England fans are dreaming of World Cup glory after their team banished a decades-long curse of flunking penalty shootouts thanks to a nail-biting win over Colombia.

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Star Trek is middle-aged and a bit tired but it's definitely here to stay, feels Shuma Raha.

Pandey stars in India 'A''s thrillingt win

Pandey stars in India 'A''s thrillingt win

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

Manish Pandey played a captain's knock to guide India 'A' to a one-wicket victory over South Africa 'A', almost clinching a place in the final of the tri-series one-day tournament in Pretoria on Thursday.

2015 Rewind: Kohli leads new dawn of Indian cricket

2015 Rewind: Kohli leads new dawn of Indian cricket

Rediff.com26 Dec 2015

Indian cricket's fortunes ebbed and flowed in 2015 with Virat Kohli successfully leading the national side in Tests and Mahendra Singh Dhoni appearing to be losing his midas touch, while in off the field drama Shashank Manohar returned as the president of Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Here's how Gavaskar and Kapil reacted to Lodha recommendations...

Here's how Gavaskar and Kapil reacted to Lodha recommendations...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

'Some of the recommendations, I feel is too much. Let us not take anything away from the BCCI.'

Zidane's exit was killing moment: Domenech

Zidane's exit was killing moment: Domenech

Rediff.com10 Jul 2006

Zidane's exit was killing moment: Domenech\nFrance coach Raymond Domenech said he understood key man Zinedine Zidane's loss of control which led to his dramatic sending-off.

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:

Karius takes blame after nightmare night in Kiev

Karius takes blame after nightmare night in Kiev

Rediff.com27 May 2018

Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius accepted the blame for his team's 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League final in which he made two dreadful errors that both led to goals. The German gifted Real their opening goal in the 51st minute when, hurrying to start an attack, he threw the ball out in front of Real striker Karim Benzema, who stuck his leg out and turned the ball into the net.

Cook's perfect day as England close on victory

Cook's perfect day as England close on victory

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

If records were kept for standing ovations received in a match Alastair Cook would top that list too after a fairytale day at the Oval in which he engraved his 291st and last Test innings with a sublime century. Arriving at the crease on 46 not out to thunderous applause from a 19,000 crowd on Monday morning, England's most-capped Test player, record run scorer and century-maker rolled back the years to score 147.

'Both winners': Reactions to ICC World Cup final

'Both winners': Reactions to ICC World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Reaction after England beat New Zealand on number of boundaries hit in the Cricket World Cup final at Lord's on Sunday.

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.

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.

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.

PICS: Ronaldo strikes as Juventus extend Serie A lead

PICS: Ronaldo strikes as Juventus extend Serie A lead

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring as Juventus beat visiting Bologna 2-1 on Saturday to move four points clear at the top of the Serie A table. Ronaldo struck from close range after 19 minutes, but Danilo levelled for the visitors soon afterwards.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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

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.'

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.

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.