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Why this young Australian star has gone off social media...

Why this young Australian star has gone off social media...

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

Australia's rising star Will Pucovski has deactivated his social media accounts to stay away from the hype and intense speculation over his selection in the playing XI for the Test series opener against India next month.

China's new nuke-capable missile can strike from space

China's new nuke-capable missile can strike from space

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

In the test, a space rocket boosted a hypersonic glide vehicle, one capable of carrying a nuclear device, which circled the globe before impacting.

Want to get into the IIT? 10 FACTS to know

Want to get into the IIT? 10 FACTS to know

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Did you know that 17% seats are reserved for girl students in every branch of engineering?

'We're in a very difficult spot'

'We're in a very difficult spot'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'We've never really been in the situation of having a difficult time with the Chinese and an increasingly difficult time with the Russians along with a relationship with the Americans which is important.'

I can only change perception if I get an opportunity: Pujara

I can only change perception if I get an opportunity: Pujara

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The Indian Premier League Players' Auction auctions are always 'tricky' and going unsold does not make him feel frustrated, reveals Cheteshwar Pujara as he fights the public perception of being a red-ball specialist.

'Aussies still in primary school compared to Indians'

'Aussies still in primary school compared to Indians'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Chappell said 'the skill level of Indian youth teams would embarrass some of our first-class teams'.

Sunil Gavaskar facts and figures

Sunil Gavaskar facts and figures

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

Everything you wanted to know about 'Sunny' Gavaskar.

Asian Games: Teen shooting sensation Saurabh wins gold; Rajput silver

Asian Games: Teen shooting sensation Saurabh wins gold; Rajput silver

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Debutant teenager Saurabh Chaudhary clinched India's first shooting gold of the 18th Asian Games, fetching the top honours in the men's 10m air pistol event, in Palembang, on Tuesday.

Farmer's son Chaudhary, 'jobless' Rajput bring shooting glory for India

Farmer's son Chaudhary, 'jobless' Rajput bring shooting glory for India

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

With a rape case going on against him, he happens to be jobless, having being sacked as assistant coach from the Sports Authority of India last year.

Split camp no issue for our preparation, says Wade

Split camp no issue for our preparation, says Wade

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The two groups will unite late on Thursday night and with the opening ODI slated for Friday, the players will have no scope to wriggle in a practice session as one unit.

Had no idea I had taken a hat-trick: Curran

Had no idea I had taken a hat-trick: Curran

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The left-arm medium pacer's hat-trick, which was the first of this edition of the IPL, helped Kings XI Punjab script an exciting 14-run win over Delhi Capitals on Monday.

The teen who could revolutionise the war against heart attacks

The teen who could revolutionise the war against heart attacks

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

He invented a skin patch that can detect a silent heart attack 6 hours before it happens!

In a first, BCCI wants national selectors to attend team meetings

In a first, BCCI wants national selectors to attend team meetings

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Whether the selector will have a vote in choosing the playing XI is still not clear.

Delhi to host second ODI against West Indies on Oct 11

Delhi to host second ODI against West Indies on Oct 11

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

The revised itinerary of India's home series against the West Indies underwent a few changes with the capital hosting the second ODI on October 11 instead of the one-off T20 which will now be hosted by Cuttack on October 22.

Controversy-hit KXIP look for home advantage vs MI

Controversy-hit KXIP look for home advantage vs MI

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

KXIP are riding a roller-coaster ride, having to endure a controversy involving their captain Ravichandran Ashwin who 'Mankaded' Rajasthan Royals batsman Jos Buttler in their first match, an act which was legal but criticised by some as against the 'Spirit of Cricket'.

How 'Mankaded' came into being

How 'Mankaded' came into being

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

When Vinoo Mankad ran out Bill Brown, he created cricketing history -- and eternal controversy.

Why Sangakkara can't wait to work with Rajasthan Royals...

Why Sangakkara can't wait to work with Rajasthan Royals...

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Sangakkara will be responsible for overseeing the entire cricketing ecosystem of Royal's franchise including coaching structure, auction plans, and team strategy

Five Indian players to watch for in the Test series

Five Indian players to watch for in the Test series

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Five Indian players to watch in the Test series against Australia, which begins in Adelaide on December 17:

Punjab splurge on Livingstone, Mumbai invest on injured Archer

Punjab splurge on Livingstone, Mumbai invest on injured Archer

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

England batter Liam Livingstone fetched a staggering Rs 11.50 crore deal from Punjab Kings, who also roped in West Indies fast bowler Odean Smith, for Rs 6 crore, on Sunday, Day 2 of the TATA Indian Premier League 2022 Player Auction, in Bengaluru.

Hick, Cooley to coach against England in Ashes tour match

Hick, Cooley to coach against England in Ashes tour match

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Former England batsman Graeme Hick and bowling coach Troy Cooley will pit their wits against the tourists when they mentor a Cricket Australia XI in a four-day Ashes tour match in Townsville next month.

Bhuvi to miss tie against Mumbai Indians

Bhuvi to miss tie against Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Kane Williamson informed that pacer Bhuvaneshwar Kumar all set to miss IPL encounter against Mumbai Indians, on Tuesday.

Here's how Dravid created a solid talent pool for India...

Here's how Dravid created a solid talent pool for India...

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Rahul Dravid 'picked' the Australian 'brains' to create solid domestic structure which has served as a feeder line for his country's national team,

Dhoni@30: Figure out his achievements

Dhoni@30: Figure out his achievements

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

As Mahendra Singh Dhoni turns 30 on Thursday, Rajneesh Gupta jots down some facts and figures that have made the India captain a success story.

'I can visualise that Kuldeep will get another hat-trick for India'

'I can visualise that Kuldeep will get another hat-trick for India'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

'If he gets a couple of early wickets, he will be a different bowler but things may not go as per plan. It might take some time for him to get back the rhythm.'

Why discipline is a bad word

Why discipline is a bad word

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

Teachers find that they are walking on egg shells while dealing with indisciplined students.

China's new diktat: Keep western values out of classrooms

China's new diktat: Keep western values out of classrooms

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

The education minister has ordered varsities to ban western textbooks

'We need to get our act together'

'We need to get our act together'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

The wicket slowed up a bit through the middle and the RCB bowlers adapted pretty well and changed the pace on the ball, Harris told a post-match press conference in Mohali.

Waiting for Hit-Man Show: Rohit and India ready to change Sydney script

Waiting for Hit-Man Show: Rohit and India ready to change Sydney script

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

If Rahane's side can go 2-1 up and ensure the retention of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, it will be one of the finest hours in the history of Indian cricket

'We don't talk about taunting Virat, that's rubbish'

'We don't talk about taunting Virat, that's rubbish'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Australia have the best-record in day-night Tests as the side has not lost a single match that has been played with the pink ball.

Tribal Indian designs to feature at London Fashion Week

Tribal Indian designs to feature at London Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Designer Yana Ngoba has teamed up with fabric designer Nabam Aka to bring to life the loin loom at the upcoming London Fashion Week.

Amid controversy, Shami trying to remain injury-free

Amid controversy, Shami trying to remain injury-free

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

He has lost a good 5-6 kgs and worked that extra hard on his fitness, making him 'leaner than ever before' in the words of India captain Virat Kohli.

How Warner roared back to form in IPL

How Warner roared back to form in IPL

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The Australian was in imperious form in the Indian Premier League and signed off his season with 692 runs, the highest so far in the tournament, before heading home for World Cup preparations.

India's batting collapse was surprising: NZ coach

India's batting collapse was surprising: NZ coach

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

New Zealand coach Gary Stead, on Tuesday, said he was a bit surprised by India's abject surrender in the first Test but is expecting a strong comeback in Christchurch.

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

The two players decided to pull out in favour of playing for their provinces in the Plunket Shield, New Zealand's domestic first class championships.

Paul Valthaty takes Kings past Super Kings

Paul Valthaty takes Kings past Super Kings

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

Little-known Mumbaikar Paul Valthaty stole the limelight with a blistering unbeaten 120 as Kings XI Punjab beat defending champions Chennai Super Kings by six wickets.

Shastri on why India picked Jadeja over Ashwin

Shastri on why India picked Jadeja over Ashwin

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

Ravindra Jadeja's improved batting and more control on a flat deck has prompted his selection ahead of a champion bowler like Ravichandran Ashwin in the playing XI in the two-Test series in the West Indies, India's head coach Ravi Shastri said.

Warm-up game PIX: Kohli, Shaw score fluent half-centuries

Warm-up game PIX: Kohli, Shaw score fluent half-centuries

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

In-form skipper Virat Kohli (64) and teenage prodigy Prithvi Shaw (66) were among the five Indian batsmen who struck fifties before the visitors were bowled out for 358 on the second day of the rain-hit practice game against Cricket Australia XI in Sydney.

Former England opener Trescothick announces his retirement

Former England opener Trescothick announces his retirement

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Marcus Trescothick will retire from professional cricket after the current county season ends, announced the former England opening batsman.

IPL 12 Week 6: All the important numbers

IPL 12 Week 6: All the important numbers

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Rajneesh Gupta brings you all the numbers from the 52 games in IPL-12.

China versus the people of Hong Kong

China versus the people of Hong Kong

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

India needs to take note of China's assertiveness in implementing its national security law as also its recently exhibited sensitivity to criticism of Xi Jinping by the Indian media, says former senior R&AW officer and China expert Jayadeva Ranade.