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Wimbledon: Fritz flies past Kypson, De Minaur, Zverev ease into third round

Wimbledon: Fritz flies past Kypson, De Minaur, Zverev ease into third round

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Taylor Fritz continued his smooth progress at Wimbledon by mowing down fellow American Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to make the third round on Thursday.

Rhea Chakraborty, Priya P Varrier Say 'Bottoms Up!'

Rhea Chakraborty, Priya P Varrier Say 'Bottoms Up!'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Trends may come and go, but a great wardrobe is built on a few hardworking basics.

Why Welcome To The Jungle Is The 'Biggest Film' For Daler Mehndi

Why Welcome To The Jungle Is The 'Biggest Film' For Daler Mehndi

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'Sab dost hai lekin jab acting ka time aaya to bahut ghabrahat ho rahi thi.'

Wimbledon 2026: Fery shocks Cobolli, sets up semifinal clash with Zverev

Wimbledon 2026: Fery shocks Cobolli, sets up semifinal clash with Zverev

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Britain's Arthur Fery became only the fourth wildcard to reach the men's singles semifinals at a Grand Slam as his dream Wimbledon run continued with a 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-0 victory over Italian ninth seed Flavio Cobolli on Wednesday.

Yash's Toxic Teaser Introduces 5 Gorgeous Ladies

Yash's Toxic Teaser Introduces 5 Gorgeous Ladies

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Yash's Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups has a new teaser called Ladies & Ladies.

Egypt Coach Hossam Hassan Blames 'Unfair' Refereeing for World Cup Elimination

Egypt Coach Hossam Hassan Blames 'Unfair' Refereeing for World Cup Elimination

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Egypt's national football coach, Hossam Hassan, has vehemently blamed 'unfair' refereeing decisions and 'external factors' for his team's dramatic World Cup elimination by Argentina, stating he will no longer watch the tournament.

1st T20I vs Ireland: Why Sooryavanshi was not picked in the Playing XI

1st T20I vs Ireland: Why Sooryavanshi was not picked in the Playing XI

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

He will get his opportunity when the time comes, captain Shreyas Iyer said at the toss.

America Marks 250 Years In Spectacular Style

America Marks 250 Years In Spectacular Style

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Fireworks, rallies, drone shows and patriotic gatherings marked the historic milestone from coast to coast.

No trace of 6 fishermen days after boat capsize off Andhra coast

No trace of 6 fishermen days after boat capsize off Andhra coast

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

A lone fisherman survived after a fishing boat carrying seven capsizes off the Visakhapatnam coast; a passing ship saved him from certain death after the crew threw him a life jacket and pulled him on board.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina stage stunning fightback to storm into quarterfinals

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina stage stunning fightback to storm into quarterfinals

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Argentina produced a stunning comeback after falling two goals behind, scoring twice in four minutes through Cristian Romero and Lionel Messi to beat Egypt 3-2 in their last 16 clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Atlanta on Tuesday.

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Lord's Test a very big moment for India women's team: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes a victory in the historic Lord's Test against England would be a 'very big moment' for her side, helping them regain confidence after their T20 World Cup exit and marking a landmark achievement in women's cricket.

Ancelotti arrived with hope, but Brazil's problems ran too deep

Ancelotti arrived with hope, but Brazil's problems ran too deep

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Brazil's World Cup campaign ended with a 2-1 defeat to Norway as Carlo Ancelotti's gamble on experienced stars backfired, exposing deeper structural issues and leaving the five-time champions facing a long road back to the summit of world football.

I, Nobody Review: A Good Thriller That Loses Its Way

I, Nobody Review: A Good Thriller That Loses Its Way

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

A terrific first half makes I, Nobody look like a great thriller, until an increasingly muddled second half loses the plot, laments Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Can Brazil finally crack Norway? Haaland stands between Selecao and history

Can Brazil finally crack Norway? Haaland stands between Selecao and history

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Brazil take on bogey team Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, aiming for their first-ever victory over the Scandinavians as Erling Haaland leads Norway's bid for another historic upset.

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Ronaldo becomes oldest scorer in FIFA World Cup knockouts

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player to score in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, netting a penalty at 41 years and 147 days during Portugal's dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia. This historic goal, his first in a World Cup knockout stage, helped Portugal advance to the Round of 16, with Ronaldo dismissing speculation about his future focus on the tournament.

Wimbledon 2026: Osaka sends Sabalenka packing, seals maiden quarterfinal berth

Wimbledon 2026: Osaka sends Sabalenka packing, seals maiden quarterfinal berth

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Women's top seed Aryna Sabalenka was knocked out in the fourth round of Wimbledon by an inspired Naomi Osaka on Sunday.

England plot secret plan to stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

England plot secret plan to stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

England has devised tactics for Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the T20I series opener, amidst anticipation of his potential debut. The 15-year-old, who was the top scorer in this year's IPL, could become India's youngest international debutant, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.

Joe Root's Historic Milestone: Second To Reach 14,000 Test Runs

Joe Root's Historic Milestone: Second To Reach 14,000 Test Runs

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Joe Root he becomes only the second cricketer in Test history to surpass 14,000 runs, joining the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in an exclusive club of batting greats.

Neena Kulkarni: 'Vijaya Bai Taught Us The Magic Moments Of Acting'

Neena Kulkarni: 'Vijaya Bai Taught Us The Magic Moments Of Acting'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'She taught us that acting wasn't something people did because they couldn't do anything else. It was a skill. A skill that needed to be constantly polished and shaped, and the respect you command with that.'

Novak Djokovic moves into quarterfinals with record 106th Wimbledon win

Novak Djokovic moves into quarterfinals with record 106th Wimbledon win

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Novak Djokovic added another chapter to his Wimbledon legacy on Sunday as the Serb fought past Russian qualifier Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to earn a record 106th match victory at the All England Club and reach another quarterfinal.

'A spinner bowling no-balls is a crime': Siva questions Bahutule after Bishnoi's horror show

'A spinner bowling no-balls is a crime': Siva questions Bahutule after Bishnoi's horror show

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Former India leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan criticised spin coach Sairaj Bahutule after Ravi Bishnoi's costly no-balls against England, calling it "a crime" for a spinner and urging a return to attacking leg-spin fundamentals.

'A spinner bowling no-balls is a crime': Siva questions Bahutule after Bishnoi's horror show

'A spinner bowling no-balls is a crime': Siva questions Bahutule after Bishnoi's horror show

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Former India leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan criticised spin coach Sairaj Bahutule after Ravi Bishnoi's costly no-balls against England, calling it "a crime" for a spinner and urging a return to attacking leg-spin fundamentals.

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

'...Or will we take a positive approach and learn from those mistakes so that it is not repeated in future?'

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria dies aged 96

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria dies aged 96

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Real Madrid great Jose Emilio Santamaria, a defender who won four European Cups with the club, has died at the age of 96, the Spanish side announced on Wednesday.

Bubista hails Cape Verde's spirit after scaring Argentina

Bubista hails Cape Verde's spirit after scaring Argentina

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Cape Verde coach Bubista expressed immense pride in his team's performance at their first World Cup, despite their 3-2 extra-time loss to three-time champions Argentina in the last-32. He highlighted their draws against Spain and Uruguay, and the character shown by his players, many of whom are not from elite leagues, in taking Argentina to the wire. Bubista emphasised that their World Cup campaign was about showcasing the island-nation's spirit and identity.

'Netanyahu knows who the boss is': Trump says Bibi asked for WH meeting

'Netanyahu knows who the boss is': Trump says Bibi asked for WH meeting

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are reportedly planning a White House meeting as early as next week, despite growing scepticism within Trump's inner circle regarding Netanyahu's actions and widening disagreements over regional security and Iran.

Japan Coach Moriyasu Confident Ahead Of Brazil Clash

Japan Coach Moriyasu Confident Ahead Of Brazil Clash

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Japan's coach Hajime Moriyasu expressed confidence ahead of their World Cup last-32 clash against Brazil in Houston, stating his team will not be pushovers. He cited their previous 3-2 victory over Brazil as proof of their progress and readiness to challenge the five-time champions. Japan secured their spot by finishing second in Group F after a 1-1 draw with Sweden, a result Moriyasu strategically preserved. He also highlighted the significance of Japan's advancement for Asian football and the growth of the sport in his country.

The moment Lionel Messi's World Cup legend began

The moment Lionel Messi's World Cup legend began

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Former Argentina coach Jose Pekerman reflects on Lionel Messi's 2006 World Cup debut, stating he always believed the then 18-year-old would become one of the game's defining figures and that every minute on the pitch was crucial for his development.

England ready for altitude, hostile crowd in Mexico World Cup clash

England ready for altitude, hostile crowd in Mexico World Cup clash

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

England say they are relishing the challenge of facing hosts Mexico at the high-altitude Azteca Stadium, with Morgan Rogers and Marcus Rashford insisting the hostile atmosphere will motivate the team in their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash.

Nora Fatehi, Disha Patani Love To Bare Their...

Nora Fatehi, Disha Patani Love To Bare Their...

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Strapless outfits never really go out of style, but styling them well is what makes all the difference.

Wimbledon: Serena sent packing, Wawrinka bids adieu

Wimbledon: Serena sent packing, Wawrinka bids adieu

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Serena Williams' long-awaited Wimbledon singles comeback ended in a three-set defeat to Australia's Maya Joint, and Stan Wawrinka made his final singles appearance at the All England Club.

Can Ronaldo finally end his FIFA World Cup knockout drought?

Can Ronaldo finally end his FIFA World Cup knockout drought?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo, despite his prolific scoring record in six FIFA World Cups, has yet to score in a knockout stage match. As Portugal faces Croatia, the superstar aims to break this drought while also holding records for most World Cup appearances and being Portugal's all-time leading scorer in the tournament.

Wimbledon: Krejcikova Knocks Out French Open Champion Andreeva

Wimbledon: Krejcikova Knocks Out French Open Champion Andreeva

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Former Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova defeated fifth seed Mirra Andreeva in a hard-fought three-set match, 4-6, 7-5, 6-4, to advance to the third round of the All England Club.

Bhagwat's Haldighati Claim Diminishes History

Bhagwat's Haldighati Claim Diminishes History

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Maharana Pratap became a hero not because he won a battle, but because he continued fighting after he lost one, asserts Harishchandra.

Wimbledon: Swiatek, Rybakina survive scare; Anisimova sends strong warning

Wimbledon: Swiatek, Rybakina survive scare; Anisimova sends strong warning

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Last year's Wimbledon runner-up Amanda Anisimova secured a comfortable 6-3 6-2 victory over qualifier Lina Gjorcheska in her first-round match, showing no signs of her previous final defeat. The American advanced to the second round in just 61 minutes, despite recent wrist injury concerns.

Hopefully I will meet Virat Kohli soon and play some cricket: Djokovic

Hopefully I will meet Virat Kohli soon and play some cricket: Djokovic

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic expressed his desire to meet Indian cricket star Virat Kohli during a planned visit to India, revealing their long-standing connection through messages and social media.

Trump vs UEFA explodes over FIFA Balogun decision

Trump vs UEFA explodes over FIFA Balogun decision

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Former US President Donald Trump personally intervened with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to overturn a red-card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun, a decision UEFA called 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable' and which has sparked widespread criticism over the integrity of the game.

FIFA World Cup: Haaland's 8-Word Message to Messi Goes Viral

FIFA World Cup: Haaland's 8-Word Message to Messi Goes Viral

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Lionel Messi has set a new FIFA World Cup record for most goals scored from outside the penalty area, surpassing Brazil's Rivelino. This achievement, alongside his 7th consecutive World Cup goal, prompted a humorous reaction from Norway's Erling Haaland regarding the Golden Boot race.

Back Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, he's a 20-year investment, says Sivaramakrishnan

Back Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, he's a 20-year investment, says Sivaramakrishnan

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

At 15, a talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play right through the year without being rested as it would help him learn from mistakes while gaining invaluable experience in all conditions, former India spinner L Sivaramakrishnan said on Sunday.

Matthew Hayden: ETPL's future lies in developing Europe's next cricket stars

Matthew Hayden: ETPL's future lies in developing Europe's next cricket stars

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Matthew Hayden says the European T20 Premier League can establish itself as a talent-development platform for Europe's associate nations, stressing that ETPL's strength lies in creating pathways to global franchise cricket rather than competing with the IPL.