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'Playing for the Sixers wouldn't have taken a toll at all'

'Playing for the Sixers wouldn't have taken a toll at all'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

All rounder Shane Watson has said playing at the Champions League would not have a taken a toll on him, but he understands why Cricket Australia have sent him home early from the Twenty20 event.

CL PHOTOS: Bayern snatch win over Real in grudge match

CL PHOTOS: Bayern snatch win over Real in grudge match

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

Germany striker Mario Gomez gave Bayern Munich a last-gasp 2-1 win over Real Madrid in a histrionic-filled Champions League semi-final first leg between the swaggering European giants on Tuesday.

John Terry not guilty of racial abuse

John Terry not guilty of racial abuse

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

Former England soccer captain John Terry was found not guilty on Friday of racially abusing Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand during a Premier League match last October.

Review: Better Call Saul is what TV dreams are made of

Review: Better Call Saul is what TV dreams are made of

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Better Call Saul keeps your adrenaline levels high.

Ba double earns Newcastle draw at Everton

Ba double earns Newcastle draw at Everton

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Newcastle United striker Demba Ba struck in the last minute to salvage a 2-2 draw with Everton in a pulsating Premier League match at Goodison Park on Monday.

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Rediff.com brings you a series of leaked Wiki cables, which point towards some startling revelations. Read on

Angel & Demons premieres in Rome

Angel & Demons premieres in Rome

Rediff.com5 May 2009

A look at the cast and crew who turned up for the world premiere of the sequel to Da Vinci Code.

The best moments of the Champions League

The best moments of the Champions League

Rediff.com15 May 2012

As Chelsea and Bayern Munich prepare to battle for honours in the final, here's a look at some memorable moments in this year's Champions League.

Sibal meets US officials to discuss cyber security

Sibal meets US officials to discuss cyber security

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Both sides remained tigh-lipped about the meeting between Sibal and White House cybersecurity coordinator Howard Schmidt, Christopher Painter as Coordinator for Cyber Issues and Bruce Mcconnell Senior Coordinator for Department Under Secretary Homeland.

Oz pacers face 'Taming of the Shoe'

Oz pacers face 'Taming of the Shoe'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Baffled by the spate of injuries that has sidelined its young crop of pacers, Cricket Australia is investigating whether the boots these bowlers use are causing the foot problems that have ruined their season.

Bayern's first goal offside, says Mourinho

Bayern's first goal offside, says Mourinho

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

Jose Mourinho refused to comment on the performance of English referee Howard Webb in his side's 2-1 Champions League semi-final first leg defeat by Bayern Munich on Tuesday, except to say that the Bavarians' first goal was offside.

PIX: The Different Faces OF Tom Cruise

PIX: The Different Faces OF Tom Cruise

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

The Hollywood star's latest movie Rock Of Ages features him as a Rockstar.

Covid scare in Indian men's badminton team

Covid scare in Indian men's badminton team

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Defending champion Lakshya Sen pulled out of the SaarLorLux Open Super 100 tournament after his father-cum-coach D K Sen tested positive for COVID-19 in Saarbrucken.

'ISI didn't get its money's worth'

'ISI didn't get its money's worth'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2011

Retired veteran diplomat Howard Schaffer, author of the acclaimed The Limits of Influence: America's Role in Kashmir, has said, "If the Inter-Services Directorate or some other organ of the Pakistan government has been footing the Kashmir American Council's bills, as seems so obvious, it is hard to conclude that they have been getting their money's worth."

Marsh, Bichel named Cricket Australia selectors

Marsh, Bichel named Cricket Australia selectors

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Rod Marsh and Andy Bichel have been appointed part-time selectors by Cricket Australia (CA), the country's cricket board said on Thursday. Former wicketkeeper Marsh, 64, has played 96 Tests for Australia while 41-year old former paceman Bichel retired from first-class cricket in November 2007.

What is wrong with the Australian cricket team?

What is wrong with the Australian cricket team?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland rejected clarion calls for a formal review and said the game is in "good shape" despite the Test team's fifth successive defeat.

Review: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is fresh

Review: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is fresh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

The film's main triumph is that the characters are real and life-like.

Warne backs Lehmann for Australia's top cricket job

Warne backs Lehmann for Australia's top cricket job

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

Legendary spinner Shane Warne believes that Darren Lehmann's mix of people skills and appetite for cricket would make him a standout candidate to become Australia's next chairman of selectors or coach.

MSD@40: Dhoni's Awesome Journey

MSD@40: Dhoni's Awesome Journey

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

As the legend turns 40, we take a look at his journey in cricket and life.

Balotelli charged with violent conduct

Balotelli charged with violent conduct

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has been charged with violent conduct following an incident in Sunday's Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur, the FA said Monday.

CA approaches consultancy firm to find new head coach

CA approaches consultancy firm to find new head coach

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

Cricket Australia announced on Tuesday that it will conduct a global search to find the best person for the role of the head coach and has roped in Sports Management consultancy Crank Sports for the recruitment.

Katich not interested in Cricket Australia job

Katich not interested in Cricket Australia job

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Simon Katich, who has been nominated by Cricket Australia's longest-serving director, Mark Taylor, to succeed him after resigning, turned down the offer sighting media commitments.

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.

Lenovo launches Vibe X2 smartphone for Rs 19,999

Lenovo launches Vibe X2 smartphone for Rs 19,999

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Chinese tech giant Lenovo unveiled its new 'layered' smartphone - Vibe X2 - priced at Rs 19,999 in India.

Will Chelsea's Diego Costa learn the ethics and culture of EPL sooner?

Will Chelsea's Diego Costa learn the ethics and culture of EPL sooner?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Chelsea striker Diego Costa needs to learn to show respect to opponents after the Spaniard goaded Everton players during their pulsating 6-3 English Premier League win on Saturday, Toffees coach Roberto Martinez said.

Stringent training camp for Aussie batsmen ahead of India Test

Stringent training camp for Aussie batsmen ahead of India Test

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Australia will hold a training camp for their struggling batsmen before naming the side for the opening Test against India on December 26, team performance manager Pat Howard said on Wednesday.

CA's plans to preserve Cummins will see him miss IPL

CA's plans to preserve Cummins will see him miss IPL

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Upcoming fast bowler Pat Cummins will not play in the Indian Premier League as cricket Australia wants to preserve the 18-year-old from injuries as a part of their long-term plan.

Watson advised to play less to ensure career longevity

Watson advised to play less to ensure career longevity

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Injury-prone Australian all-rounder Shane Watson may have to pick the formats he wants to play as part of the Cricket Board's plan to ensure his longevity on the field.

UK court allows Assange's extradition to Sweden

UK court allows Assange's extradition to Sweden

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

A British court on Thursday ruled that Wikileaks founder Julian Assange can be extradited to Sweden to face sexual assault allegations.

Marsh makes himself available for first Test against India

Marsh makes himself available for first Test against India

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Shaun Marsh, who was virtually ruled out of the first Test against India starting from December 26, has re-emerged as a contender for the opening game and is all set to join his Australia team-mates for a batting camp, in Melbourne, on Tuesday.

Former England player Hick named Australia talent coach

Former England player Hick named Australia talent coach

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Australia have appointed former England batsman Graeme Hick as high performance coach for their talent development programme, after employing the Zimbabwe-born 47-year-old as a consultant for the past four months.

Lockheed Martin's F-16 or Saab's Gripen E: Which will be India's next fighter?

Lockheed Martin's F-16 or Saab's Gripen E: Which will be India's next fighter?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

With both aircraft likely to meet the IAF's performance requirements, the winning bid could be the one that offers the lowest cost and the best industrial proposal.

LSE head resigns over financial links with Gaddafi

LSE head resigns over financial links with Gaddafi

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

The university has announced that former Lord Chief Justice, Lord Woolf, would conduct an independent inquiry .

EPL: Terry's effort helps Chelsea end Everton's resistance

EPL: Terry's effort helps Chelsea end Everton's resistance

Rediff.com22 Feb 2014

Chelsea scrambled a stoppage-time winner to snatch a 1-0 victory over Everton on Saturday, showing their Premier League title mettle by claiming three points when they looked on course to suffer another damaging blow.

Review: Tangled is damn cute!

Review: Tangled is damn cute!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2011

Stunning computer graphics and feel-good elements make this a must-watch movie.

Can depression be traced back to your genes?

Can depression be traced back to your genes?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

A new research has pinpointed some genes that can trigger depression.

Isaac nominated as ICC vice-president

Isaac nominated as ICC vice-president

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed the nomination of Alan Isaac as the Vice-President from 2010-12. Isaac was the nomination of Cricket Australia and New Zealand Cricket after their previous nomination John Howard was rejected by a few other members.

Chemical poured on face, rope tied around US actor's neck in 'hate crime'

Chemical poured on face, rope tied around US actor's neck in 'hate crime'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Hollywood actor Jussie Smollett was admitted to hospital following an attack that is being described as a possible hate crime.

Big Bang cast will now get $1 million pay cheque

Big Bang cast will now get $1 million pay cheque

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

The show has been renewed for three more seasons.

Obama must stay away from Kashmir issue: Experts

Obama must stay away from Kashmir issue: Experts

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Noted South Asia analysts have warned the Obama administration to stay away from trouble-shooting in Kashmir despite the upsurge of violence in the Valley that has prompted some policy wonks urge the United States to be pro-active acquire a high profile vis--vis this dispute to stave off another India-Pakistan conflict if the situation unravels.