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FIFA WC: Arab fans supporting each other in solidarity

FIFA WC: Arab fans supporting each other in solidarity

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Morocco, in second place in their group but tied on 4 points with top team Croatia, play their final game of the group stage against Canada on Thursday.

Delhi Capitals expect Nortje, Warner boost for Lucknow game

Delhi Capitals expect Nortje, Warner boost for Lucknow game

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

South Africa seamer Anrich Nortje and Australia opener David Warner will be available for Delhi Capitals' next match in the Indian Premier League, coach Ricky Ponting said after the team lost to Gujarat Titans on Saturday.

PHOTOS: At UNGA, PM Modi meets Merkel, Conte

PHOTOS: At UNGA, PM Modi meets Merkel, Conte

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) session on Monday, including with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Italian President Giuseppe Conte and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad.

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

After years of pressure from human rights groups, Qatar changed its labour laws to dismantle much of its "kafala" sponsorship system, absolving workers of the need to get the permission of the employer who sponsored their visa in order to change jobs or leave the country.

Late drama as Perez storms to pole in Saudi GP

Late drama as Perez storms to pole in Saudi GP

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Sergio Perez stormed to a stunning maiden pole position under the floodlights in a crash-interrupted qualifying session on Saturday

Sri Lanka's Rajapksa retracts decision to retire

Sri Lanka's Rajapksa retracts decision to retire

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Ten days after announcing his retirement from international cricket, batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa made himself available to play for Sri Lanka "for years to come."

FIFA World Cup PIX: Aus upset Denmark to move into last 16

FIFA World Cup PIX: Aus upset Denmark to move into last 16

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Group D match played between Australia and Denmark on Wednesday.

1st T20: Holder shines as West Indies crush England

1st T20: Holder shines as West Indies crush England

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

West Indies made the perfect start to the T20 format in 2022 as they romped to a commanding victory over England

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Portugal play surprise package Morocco in the quarter-finals on Saturday and a visibly frustrated Santos took great pains to explain what happened behind the scenes to put the issue to bed.

Saudi woman drives F1 car on HISTORIC day

Saudi woman drives F1 car on HISTORIC day

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Aseel Al-Hamad declared the start of a new era for Saudi women in motorsport on Sunday as she prepared to drive a Formula One car around the French Grand Prix circuit in front of thousands of fans.

FIFA WC: Qatar will look to shut down critics as kick-off arrives

FIFA WC: Qatar will look to shut down critics as kick-off arrives

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

Qatar will be the first team since Italy in the second World Cup in 1934 to participate in the finals for the first time as a host without having previously qualified for the tournament.

Renu's strike helps India women down Chinese Taipei

Renu's strike helps India women down Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

The India women's football team continued their spectacular run with a 1-0 victory over Chinese Taipei at the Hamad Town Stadium in Bahrain on Wednesday.

4 Moments That Gave Australia Victory

4 Moments That Gave Australia Victory

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

With Afridi ready to bowl his toe-crushing yorkers, what could go wrong for Pakistan?

Will the Taliban LISTEN to the Women?

Will the Taliban LISTEN to the Women?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Women petition the Taliban. Talibs patrol Kabul's streets. Afghans flee into Pakistan.

Gambhir's advice to batters on how to play Afridi

Gambhir's advice to batters on how to play Afridi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Don't look to survive, look to score runs against Shaheen Afridi, says Gautam Gambhir

World Cup 2022: Spain meet Germany; US face England

World Cup 2022: Spain meet Germany; US face England

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

The football world gathered in the Qatari capital on Friday as the draw ceremony for the World Cup finals got under way with music and dance.

F1 Drivers assured of maximum security for Saudi GP

F1 Drivers assured of maximum security for Saudi GP

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Drivers met for more than four hours at the Jeddah Corniche circuit

Captain India's Gloom At The Doom

Captain India's Gloom At The Doom

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Arguably the most expressive face in current world cricket, Virat Kohli's expressions and body language say it all.

Hardik sent for precautionary scans after being hit on shoulder

Hardik sent for precautionary scans after being hit on shoulder

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

The Indian team's troubles on Sunday were compounded after all-rounder-turned-specialist batter Hardik Pandya injured his shoulder while batting during the T20 World Cup game against Pakistan, after which he did not come out to field.

PIX: Pakistan humble India, end losing World Cup run

PIX: Pakistan humble India, end losing World Cup run

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12 Group 2 match between India and Pakistan, in Dubai, on Sunday.

Messi's Argentina seek rapid redemption against Mexico

Messi's Argentina seek rapid redemption against Mexico

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The Argentines suffered one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history

Giroud puts France within striking distance of WC trophy

Giroud puts France within striking distance of WC trophy

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

"It feels like a missed chance because I felt the performances were really good and the focus and the hunger was good every single day," said England midfielder Jordan Henderson.

US airstrike hits plotter of another Kabul airport attack

US airstrike hits plotter of another Kabul airport attack

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

An explosion was reported in the capital city of Afghanistan. Sputnik reported citing local sources that the blast was the result of a rocket landing on a residential building near the Kabul airport and that it had killed a child,

ISL: Mumbai City end Chennaiyin's run, stay top of points table

ISL: Mumbai City end Chennaiyin's run, stay top of points table

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Chennaiyin were off to a good start, but in no time Mumbai were back to doing what they do best, keep the ball and dictate the tempo of the game.

T20 World Cup: Why Indian players took the knee...

T20 World Cup: Why Indian players took the knee...

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

ptain Virat Kohli shed light on why the Indian players took the knee ahead of the start of the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.

Hardik hoping to bowl closer to knock-outs

Hardik hoping to bowl closer to knock-outs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

India's swashbuckling all-rounder Hardik Pandya made it clear on Sunday that he will not resume bowling until at least the ICC T20 World Cup closes in on the knock-outs.

Will FIFA take action against Qatar after t-shirt protest?

Will FIFA take action against Qatar after t-shirt protest?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Qatar's national team could face disciplinary action from FIFA after players warmed up for a World Cup qualifier against South Korea in T-shirts showing support for the country's emir.

Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday handed over the mantle of World Cup host to the emir of Qatar, whose country will stage the 2022 edition of the tournament.

Budwiser's EPIC response to Qatar beer ban

Budwiser's EPIC response to Qatar beer ban

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Budweiser World Cup campaign curbed, not crashed, by Qatar beer ban

F1: Hamilton on pole in Qatar with Verstappen second

F1: Hamilton on pole in Qatar with Verstappen second

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Hamilton said he had not been feeling well on Thursday and Friday, when he was also up until midnight working with his engineers.

Ricciardo blasts 'Hollywood' coverage of F1 crash

Ricciardo blasts 'Hollywood' coverage of F1 crash

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Ricciardo said Formula One was lucky it was not having to deal with a very different story.

Hardik Pandya to skip Ranji Trophy

Hardik Pandya to skip Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

It is expected that Hardik will return to competitive cricket in the Indian Premier League, where he is set to make his maiden appearance as a full-time captain with the CVC-owned Ahmedabad franchise.

PIX: Mick Schumacher tests with Ferrari in Bahrain

PIX: Mick Schumacher tests with Ferrari in Bahrain

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Mick Schumacher, son of seven times world champion Michael, made his Formula One test debut with Ferrari on Tuesday at the Bahrain circuit, where 15 years ago his father won the first Grand Prix in the Middle East.

Historic! Two Saudi women to compete in Dakar Rally

Historic! Two Saudi women to compete in Dakar Rally

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Women were not allowed to drive cars in Saudi Arabia until a ban was lifted in 2018. "I soon realised that I was unlocking doors and breaking down barriers with my achievements. We are paving the way for females to understand the journey we are taking and to join us."

Egypt's strategic partnership for India, highest award for Modi

Egypt's strategic partnership for India, highest award for Modi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

El-Sisi welcomed Modi, who is on a two-day state visit to Egypt, at the Presidential Palace where the two leaders were closeted for one-on-one meeting after which the two sides signed a memorandum of understandng.

FIFA World Cup 2022: The Venues

FIFA World Cup 2022: The Venues

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Eight stadiums in Doha will host 64 matches at the World Cup.

Hamilton wins in Qatar with Verstappen second

Hamilton wins in Qatar with Verstappen second

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Seven-times world champion Lewis Hamilton won the inaugural Qatar Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday to cut Max Verstappen's overall Formula One lead to eight points with two races remaining.

PICS: Thomas, Lyles win 200m in Diamond League opener

PICS: Thomas, Lyles win 200m in Diamond League opener

Rediff.com14 May 2022

American duo Gabby Thomas and Noah Lyles took impressive 200 metres victories and two men posted monster, wind-assisted 90 metre javelin throws as the Diamond League season got underway on a lively night in front of a noisy crowd in Doha on Friday.

US owned Haas terminate Russian racer Mazepin's contract

US owned Haas terminate Russian racer Mazepin's contract

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

Mazepin called the decision to terminate his contract a 'unilateral step' and said 'no process was followed' in reaching it.

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Gavaskar dissects India's T20 WC debacle

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Gavaskar also cited fielding as one the reason for India's below-par performance.