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Young tigresses clinch AFC Asian Cup spot in style

Young tigresses clinch AFC Asian Cup spot in style

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

India come from behind to seal maiden AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup qualification

Mujeeb breaks stumps, Noor shows umpire dissent

Mujeeb breaks stumps, Noor shows umpire dissent

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Afghanistan spinners Ahmad, Rahman reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Edwina, Oshin secure silver at Asian Youth Games

Edwina, Oshin secure silver at Asian Youth Games

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India win four medals in athletics, hold on to fifth spot at Asian Youth Games

Indian football season starts on Oct 25 with Super Cup

Indian football season starts on Oct 25 with Super Cup

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The season-opening Super Cup will kick off from October 25 in Goa, an official of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) said on Tuesday.

Suryakumar, India brace for Aussie test in T20 opener

Suryakumar, India brace for Aussie test in T20 opener

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Suryakumar Yadav-led India ready for Aussie challenge as T20 World Cup preparation begins.

Elavenil Valarivan is Asian Champion!

Elavenil Valarivan is Asian Champion!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Elavenil Valarivan strikes 10m air rifle gold; juniors continue dominance

Jaiswal, Gill, Sudharsan set for Asia Cup call-up?

Jaiswal, Gill, Sudharsan set for Asia Cup call-up?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are in the fray for selection in India's Asia Cup squad, which is expected to be picked in the third week of August.

'Want to show that we deserve to be in the Asian Cup'

'Want to show that we deserve to be in the Asian Cup'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Everyone knows what is at stake, and the approach and mindset that we need in these matches.'

'Come collect it': Naqvi dares India over Asia Cup trophy

'Come collect it': Naqvi dares India over Asia Cup trophy

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

In a post on X, Naqvi rejected reports claiming that he, at the ACC AGM on Tuesday, apologised to BCCI officials for his actions at the presentation ceremony on Sunday when he walked away with the trophy after the Indians refused to accept it from him.

Asian shooting: Indian men grab air pistol team silver

Asian shooting: Indian men grab air pistol team silver

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Indian shooters' quest to better their medal tally at the Asian Championships (rifle/pistol/shotgun) began with the men clinching the 10m air pistol team silver, while Faridabad marksman Anmol Jain missed out on an individual medal in the event, finishing sixth in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, on Monday.

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey on Friday said the governing body has been working in a "dedicated" manner to start this season's Indian Super League (ISL), currently on hold due to uncertainty surrounding the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between the AIFF and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL).

What Arjun's Fiancee Told Sara Tendulkar

What Arjun's Fiancee Told Sara Tendulkar

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'Stress less, enjoy more.'

Will India players shake hands with Naqvi after final?

Will India players shake hands with Naqvi after final?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the Interior Minister of Pakistan, will be in attendance when his country takes on India in the Asia Cup final in Dubai on Sunday and it would be interesting to see how the Indian team responds to his presence at the post-match trophy ceremony.

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Check out the complete schedule of Asia Cup 2025.

Ind-Pak final: Hesson tells Pakistan, 'just focus on cricket'

Ind-Pak final: Hesson tells Pakistan, 'just focus on cricket'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'...the only match that really counts is the one at the end. And that will be our focus. Trying to play our best game when it counts.'

Abhishek, Kuldeep, Mandhana nominated for ICC player of month award

Abhishek, Kuldeep, Mandhana nominated for ICC player of month award

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav are in contention for the ICC men's Player of the Month award for September, while Smriti Mandhana has been shortlisted for the women's award.

UAE heat delays Asia Cup match start times

UAE heat delays Asia Cup match start times

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India's first match of the tournament against the hosts United Arab Emirates is scheduled to take place in Dubai on September 10.

FC Goa brace for Al Zawraa challenge in ACL 2 opener

FC Goa brace for Al Zawraa challenge in ACL 2 opener

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

With Fatorda buzzing and continental football back where it belongs, the Gaurs will hope to make a statement and prove they belong among Asia's elite.

'India can dominate Asia under fearless Surya'

'India can dominate Asia under fearless Surya'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has backed the current T20I team to win the upcoming Asia Cup under Suryakumar Yadav's "fearless captaincy".

Asia Cup trophy NOT AWARDED to champions India

Asia Cup trophy NOT AWARDED to champions India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Asia Cup trophy was ultimately not awarded to champions India in the customary ceremony after they refused to accept it from Naqvi in Dubai on Sunday.

Record Alert: Abhishek Becomes First Player To...

Record Alert: Abhishek Becomes First Player To...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Abhishek notched his third successive fifty in the tournament with a fluent knock which came at a staggering strike rate of 196.77, containing eight fours and two sixes.

'Big Prize' Awaits Super Cup Winners!

'Big Prize' Awaits Super Cup Winners!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

12 ISL clubs agree to participate in Super Cup, winner to get ACL 2 play-off spot

EB have it tough in maiden AFC Women's CL appearance

EB have it tough in maiden AFC Women's CL appearance

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The centralised semi-finals and the final are scheduled for May 20 to 23, next year.

Pakistan, Oman pull out as India gears up for Asia Cup hockey

Pakistan, Oman pull out as India gears up for Asia Cup hockey

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Pakistan, traditionally one of the biggest names in Asian hockey, will not participate, paving the way for Bangladesh to enter the competition. Oman, too, decided against participation, with Kazakhstan taking their place.

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

'Playing alongside Dhoni real highlight of career'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Terming playing alongside Dhoni the 'real highlight' of his career, the 20-year-old left-arm wrist-spinner has acknowledged how the Captain Cool's mentorship and guidance have positively impacted his growth, both as a player and a person.

Anahat fights injury to storm into Bega Open final

Anahat fights injury to storm into Bega Open final

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Teenage Indian squash player Anahat Singh overcame strong challenge from Egypt's Nour Khafagy to enter the final of the NSW Bega Open 2025, in Bega, Australia on Saturday.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Olympian Ankita Dhyani broke the women's 2000m steeplechase national record while winning gold at the Grand Slam Jerusalem athletics meet in Israel.

For IT cos, growth in Europe may only be temporary relief

For IT cos, growth in Europe may only be temporary relief

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

With demand for information-technology (IT) services in North America still sluggish, Europe has become a source of optimism for Indian companies because it is delivering steady gains over the past two years and continuing to outperform in the latest quarter. Yet analysts caution a full-scale revival will require a rebound in the United States (US), particularly in manufacturing, retail, and BFSI (banking, financial services, and insurance), because Europe contributes only about a third of the revenues.

Bat Deep: Ex-Cricketer's Bold Advice To Gill!

Bat Deep: Ex-Cricketer's Bold Advice To Gill!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Gill's struggle against spin has been glaring and former India cricketer-turned commentator Akash Chopra has suggested a bold change to overcome his recent slump: bat deep and not be overly aggressive with his approach.

Abhishek Reveals Game-Changing Advice From Dad!

Abhishek Reveals Game-Changing Advice From Dad!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Flamboyant Indian opener Abhishek Sharma, who notched up another fifty in the Asia Cup on Wednesday against Bangladesh, credited his fearless batting to sheer hard work and hours of practice in the nets.

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

It will take FC Goa nothing short of a miracle to pull off a win against the Omanis, and a victory will be a the perfect Independence Day present for Indian football fans.

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Indian Super League side FC Goa was drawn along with superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia in Group D of the AFC Champions League 2.

Manu bags bronze at Asian Shooting Championships

Manu bags bronze at Asian Shooting Championships

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Rashmika adds gold to India's tally in the junior competition.

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

India, for all their internal debates and external expectations, look like the one side that has clarity of purpose. And clarity, in high-pressure tournaments, often counts for more than raw talent.

Sunil Chhetri among 14 missing! Jamil's big plea to clubs

Sunil Chhetri among 14 missing! Jamil's big plea to clubs

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Indian men's team head coach Khalid Jamil on Thursday urged the clubs and the All India Football Federation to find a solution that 'balances club and national commitments'

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Former South African batter AB de Villiers hoped that Team India seamer Jasprit Bumrah will carry his red-ball form into the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE, but felt the pace spearhead might not feature in all games in the continental tournment.

Nisha, Muskan strike gold as India win nine medals

Nisha, Muskan strike gold as India win nine medals

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Young Indian women pugilists Nisha and Muskan showcased their skills by winning gold medals, while five others bagged silver in the Under-19 Asian Boxing Championships.

India's Lone Woman Downhill Rider Turns Trailblazer

India's Lone Woman Downhill Rider Turns Trailblazer

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'I wasn't just racing, I was paving the way for others.'

Sreeshankar leaps to third title after injury comeback

Sreeshankar leaps to third title after injury comeback

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar clinched his third straight title after coming back from a long injury lay-off as he won the event at the Qosanov Memorial Athletics Meet in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on Saturday.