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Nations League: Portugal's win soured after spectator dies

Nations League: Portugal's win soured after spectator dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'It casts a pall on our victory today.

Fan asked to cover Pak shirt during Ind-Eng 4th Test!

Fan asked to cover Pak shirt during Ind-Eng 4th Test!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Adding another layer of controversy to an already strained India-Pakistan cricket ties, a fan wearing a Pakistan cricket jersey was reportedly asked to cover it up by security officials during the fourth Test between England and India at Old Trafford in Manchester.

How Lankan bowler foxed Bangla batters with both hands

How Lankan bowler foxed Bangla batters with both hands

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Sri Lanka debutant Rathnayake changes bowling arm to target batter's weakness

'Siraj is India's new bowling leader'

'Siraj is India's new bowling leader'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Siraj, who bowled 185.3 overs in five Tests, ended with 23 wickets and his nine-for in the final Test at the Oval earned India a memorable series levelling six-run win over England.

'Lord's win a testament to England's adaptability'

'Lord's win a testament to England's adaptability'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

England's 22-run victory against India at Lord's was a shining example of the team's ability to break free from their one-dimensional aggressive brand of cricket and adapt as per the need of the hour, pacer Brydon Carse said ahead of fourth Test starting in Manchester on Wednesday.

Women's boxing had its biggest night - here's why

Women's boxing had its biggest night - here's why

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The highly anticipated trilogy fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano at the weekend was not only a win for the sport but could ultimately prove to be a game-changing moment for women's boxing.

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'And there are very clear indicators of what fans want. There is enough data to suggest what direction the game is going in.'

Australian Open 2025: Must-Know Dates and Details

Australian Open 2025: Must-Know Dates and Details

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Here is what you need to know about the year's Australian Open:

CONCACAF chief opposes 64-team World Cup 2030 proposal

CONCACAF chief opposes 64-team World Cup 2030 proposal

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

A 64-team World Cup in 2030 should not be considered, CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani has said, joining some other confederations in opposing a plan presented by CONMEBOL.

ESPN acquires Cricinfo

ESPN acquires Cricinfo

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Leading broadcaster ESPN has acquired pioneering cricket website Cricinfo.

Temba, The Warrior Of Hope in South African Cricket

Temba, The Warrior Of Hope in South African Cricket

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

For the world, it is another victory of a cricket team, but for all those Black South Africans, who suffered during apartheid, it come as a sweet redemption.

Mexican referee seeks Messi's autograph; disciplined!

Mexican referee seeks Messi's autograph; disciplined!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Mexican referee Marco Antonio Ortiz Nava found out the hard way that there are consequences for seeking an autograph from eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup winner Lionel Messi -- he was hit with a CONCACAF disciplinary sanction.

Shuks' Space Flight: 'A Leapfrog Moment For India'

Shuks' Space Flight: 'A Leapfrog Moment For India'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You can imagine for India what Shuks means not just to the billions of people in India but the entire Indian diaspora around the world.'

Commentator fired for Venus 'guerilla' remark suing ESPN

Commentator fired for Venus 'guerilla' remark suing ESPN

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Adler, who has since apologised for how he spoke about Williams, has maintained that he was describing the African-American 13th seed's aggressive style of charging as the "guerilla effect" and not comparing her to a "gorilla."

'Kohli Just Went Overboard'

'Kohli Just Went Overboard'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

'Physical contact in Melbourne and the sandpaper incident in Sydney were out of line.'

ESPN Sportsperson of the Year award: Meet the winners

ESPN Sportsperson of the Year award: Meet the winners

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

P V Sindhu won the ESPN's 'Female Sportsperson of the Year' award while young shooter Saurabh Chaudhary bagged the honour in the male category.

ESPN-Star deny sacking Sidhu

ESPN-Star deny sacking Sidhu

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

ESPN STAR bags Olympics rights

ESPN STAR bags Olympics rights

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

Sports broadcaster ESPN STAR Sports has bagged the telecast rights of the Vancouver 2010 and London 2012 Olympic Games for cable and satellite television, IPTV and Mobile TV platforms.

EPL: Why Manchester City face points deduction or relegation

EPL: Why Manchester City face points deduction or relegation

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Manchester City were referred to an independent commission over the alleged breaches of financial regulations, which go back to the 2009-10 campaign.

When tennis stars trade their rackets for microphones

When tennis stars trade their rackets for microphones

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Nick Kyrgios is providing commentary by the court for ESPN and trading barbs with critics on social media. The Australian has not been shy to express an opinion.

'Any conditions, any format, this guy's a freak'

'Any conditions, any format, this guy's a freak'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I think Bumrah is that good... he's so much better than the other bowlers they had in the team.'

Why golf purists won't enjoy this Tiger Woods comeback

Why golf purists won't enjoy this Tiger Woods comeback

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

The two-hour matches played over 15 holes are held indoors on a playing surface similar in size to an American football field.

ESPN-AIFF tie-up trips

ESPN-AIFF tie-up trips

Rediff.com2 Jul 2003

Doordarshan may reject ESPN's offer

Doordarshan may reject ESPN's offer

Rediff.com18 Jan 2003

ESPN petition against sharing telecast

ESPN petition against sharing telecast

Rediff.com23 Dec 2004

The Kerala high court on Wednesday permitted Doordarshan to telecast the India-Bangladesh ODI series.

ESPN-Hathway in conflict again

ESPN-Hathway in conflict again

Rediff.com4 Dec 2004

It could deprive viewers the action in the India-Bangladesh and Pakistan-Australia series.

Prasar Bharati drags ESPN to court

Prasar Bharati drags ESPN to court

Rediff.com3 Apr 2005

The public broadcaster accused ESPN-Star Sports of misuse of cricket footage in the ongoing Indian-Pakistan series.

'Rohit has earned right to walk away on his own terms'

'Rohit has earned right to walk away on his own terms'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke believes Rohit Sharma has earned the right to walk away from Test cricket on his own terms.

ESPN to spread basket beyond cricket

ESPN to spread basket beyond cricket

Rediff.com18 Sep 2003

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) plans for a high-profile event in Lahore next week to unveil the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule have been derailed.

ESPN inks distribution deal with Hathway

ESPN inks distribution deal with Hathway

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The broadcaster had already signed up with cable operators, including Incable and Siticable and DTH service providers Tata Sky and Dish TV.

ESPN-Star wins ICC global rights

ESPN-Star wins ICC global rights

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

The ICC announced ESPN-Star Sports as its global media and production partner for its audio-visual rights for ICC events from late 2007 to 2015.

Miffed ESPN may cut India investment

Miffed ESPN may cut India investment

Rediff.com26 Oct 2005

Irked by the Cabinet decision which asked television channels to share the cricket rights with Prasar Bharati, private sports broadcasting major ESPN Star Sports

ESPN, Zee told to submit fresh bids

ESPN, Zee told to submit fresh bids

Rediff.com9 Sep 2004

The Bombay high court said the highest bidder would be granted the rights to broadcast national and international cricket matches played in India between October 2004 and September 2008.

ESPN-Star Sports claim highest bid

ESPN-Star Sports claim highest bid

Rediff.com15 Aug 2004

Zee Network were the highest bidder but did not qualify since they did not have prior experience of broadcasting live matches.

Ring promoter King sues Disney/ESPN

Ring promoter King sues Disney/ESPN

Rediff.com13 Jan 2005

ESPN, Zee don't qualify, says court

ESPN, Zee don't qualify, says court

Rediff.com17 Sep 2004

The Bombay high court said if the conditions of BCCI's tender are strictly adhered to then both are ineligible to bag the telecast rights.

Ten, ESPN-Star in bidding battle

Ten, ESPN-Star in bidding battle

Rediff.com28 May 2004

The two sports broadcasters are hoping to win the telecast rights for the Asia Cup and and international matches played in India.

ESPN-Star Sports make conditional offer

ESPN-Star Sports make conditional offer

Rediff.com9 Sep 2004

It said it will make a fresh bid for the BCCI's telecast rights only if Zee agrees to make one.