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Candidates Chess: Praggnanandhaa checks Gujrathi

Candidates Chess: Praggnanandhaa checks Gujrathi

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa produced a spectacular game to get the better of fellow-Indian Vidit Gujrathi in the third round of the Candidates Chess tournament in Toronto on Saturday.

Sehwag, Zaheer hold key, says Ian Chappell

Sehwag, Zaheer hold key, says Ian Chappell

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Former Australia cricketer Ian Chappell reckons that Indian opening batsman Virender Sehwag holds the key to MS Dhoni's team winning the two-Test series against Australia.

'He is a super star in the making'

'He is a super star in the making'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Shamar's heroics and the Windies win saw congratulations pouring in from every quarter. And it also left Windies legends Brian Lara and Carl Hooper, both who are now broadcasters, in tears as videos circulated on X.

Dinesh Karthik to assist England Lions

Dinesh Karthik to assist England Lions

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik will work with England Lions' as batting consultant for a brief period of nine days when the side will tour India.

I am a big fan of Bumrah; enjoy watching him bowl: Ambrose

I am a big fan of Bumrah; enjoy watching him bowl: Ambrose

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

West Indian legend Curtly Ambrose said he would not want to change anything in Jasprit Bumrah's unorthodox action.

Tata Steel Masters Chess: Gukesh stays in joint lead

Tata Steel Masters Chess: Gukesh stays in joint lead

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

With five points in his kitty from eight games, D Gukesh jointly leads the standings with Anish Giri of Holland.

TATA Chess: Gukesh outwits Foreest

TATA Chess: Gukesh outwits Foreest

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

With seven rounds still to come in the first super tournament of the year, Anish Guru maintained his sole lead on 4.5 points out of a possible six and he is now trailed by Iranian turned Frenchman Firouza Alireza who is on 4 points.

Kharagpur IIT-ians' agenda for India's 12% growth

Kharagpur IIT-ians' agenda for India's 12% growth

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

Kharagpur IIT-ians, who have several firsts to their credit, have come out with a 10-point agenda to transform India into an economic power with 10-12 per cent annual growth.

Global praise for IIT-ians' design

Global praise for IIT-ians' design

Rediff.com22 Jul 2003

Ian Bishop's eight players to watch in England

Ian Bishop's eight players to watch in England

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

Former West Indies bowling ace Ian Bishop picks four players to watch out for from either side in the upcoming England-India Test series. By arrangement with Quba Media Works.

Can Arshdeep and Siraj pass the acid test in Americas?

Can Arshdeep and Siraj pass the acid test in Americas?

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Four spinners in India's T20 World Cup squad suggest that the Indian selectors are expecting slow turners in the Americas but have they missed a trick by picking only three pacers in the final 15?

An IIT-ian who dreams of a greener world

An IIT-ian who dreams of a greener world

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

An interview with Shripad Dharmadhikary,an IIT-ian who walked off the beaten track.

'Hopefully, the selectors learn to value Kuldeep's wicket-taking capability more'

'Hopefully, the selectors learn to value Kuldeep's wicket-taking capability more'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Former Australia skipper Ian Chappell feels England under Ben Stokes will give India tough competition.

Shreyas vindicated: 'His success is not an accident'

Shreyas vindicated: 'His success is not an accident'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Under intense scrutiny, Iyer looked rusty at the start of the IPL and got out for a two-ball duck in their opener against SRH. He had some significant contributions later on but his efforts were all overshadowed by Narine and Salt's explosive batting.

Ian Thorpe's return makes up for premature exit

Ian Thorpe's return makes up for premature exit

Rediff.com3 Feb 2011

Ian Thorpe's decision to return to competitive swimming has added an intriguing new twist to next year's London Olympics and sets the stage for possibly one of the most anticipated races of all time.

India finds a 'gem' in Dhruv Jurel

India finds a 'gem' in Dhruv Jurel

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

A player-of-the-match award in only his second Test, plaudits from the pundits and even a "man crush" from his England counterpart -- India wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel could not have dreamt of a better start to his international career.

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Seventh-round loss gave me energy, motivation to aim for title: Gukesh

Gavaskar blames IPL form for Rinku's snub

Gavaskar blames IPL form for Rinku's snub

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Gavaskar felt that Rinku's form in the ongoing IPL had to do with him not being included in the main squad.

'May the longtime Sun shine upon you'

'May the longtime Sun shine upon you'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'All love surround you and the pure light within you, Guide your way home.'

Ian Chappell says Aus lack talent like Ponting, Clarke

Ian Chappell says Aus lack talent like Ponting, Clarke

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Batsmen in the mould of, or, as talented as Michael Clarke or the retired Ricky Ponting, may never be seen in Australia again if the 'holes in the production line' are not addressed by the country's cricket administrators, says former great Ian Chappell.

Sports Shorts: Olympic champion Ian Thorpe reveals he is gay

Sports Shorts: Olympic champion Ian Thorpe reveals he is gay

Rediff.com13 Jul 2014

Ian Thorpe, Australia's most decorated Olympian, revealed he was gay in an emotional television interview on Sunday, ending years of speculation about the champion swimmer's sexuality.

Don't see Smith captaining Australia again, says Ian Chappell

Don't see Smith captaining Australia again, says Ian Chappell

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell doesn't see Steve Smith leading the national team again and said Cricket Australia was right to ban him and David Warner for 12 months.

Ashes PHOTOS: Ian Bell's hundred rallies England after Harris strikes

Ashes PHOTOS: Ian Bell's hundred rallies England after Harris strikes

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Images from the 3rd day's play of the fourth Ashes Test played in Chester-le-Street, Durham County, on Sunday.

Biden quizzed over classified documents found at his home

Biden quizzed over classified documents found at his home

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

The interview was conducted at the White House over two days on Sunday and Monday, said Ian Sams, the spokesperson of White House Counsel's Office.

Kansas shooting hero Ian Grillot honoured by Time magazine

Kansas shooting hero Ian Grillot honoured by Time magazine

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Grillot has been honoured by Time Magazine in the feature '5 Heroes Who Gave Us Hope in 2017'.

Swimming great Ian Thorpe retires at 24

Swimming great Ian Thorpe retires at 24

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

He decided to quit because swimming was no longer the most important thing in his life.

Rupee has a symbol! IIT-ian's design selected

Rupee has a symbol! IIT-ian's design selected

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

The five-member jury set up to finalise symbol for the rupee is said to have selected the design presented by IIT-ian D Udaya Kumar, said The Indian Express.

Ian Botham's guide to beating the Aussies

Ian Botham's guide to beating the Aussies

Rediff.com19 Nov 2003

He insists England must forget who and where they are playing on Saturday and simply go out and prove again that that they are the best team in the world.

Chappell takes a dig at Stokes' captaincy after India thrashing

Chappell takes a dig at Stokes' captaincy after India thrashing

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Legendary Australian cricketer Ian Chappell has punched holes in England skipper Ben Stokes' aggressive leadership tactics during the just-concluded five-Test series against India, saying some of his decisions were responsible for the visitors' 1-4 series humiliation.

VRV deserves a longer stint: Ian Bishop

VRV deserves a longer stint: Ian Bishop

Rediff.com20 Jun 2006

The former West Indies fast bowler also said he was impressed with the show of Munaf Patel.

These IIT-ians make your home-hunt easier

These IIT-ians make your home-hunt easier

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Meet Ashutosh Upadhyay & Snehesh Mitra, two IIT-ians who founded EasySquareFeet.com to offer hassle-free solutions for home-hunters.

Sehwag-Pattinson rivalry could shape the series: Ian Chappell

Sehwag-Pattinson rivalry could shape the series: Ian Chappell

Rediff.com18 Dec 2011

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell reckons Virender Sehwag and Zaheer Khan's form will be crucial to India's success in the upcoming four-match Test series against Australia, starting on December 26.

10 Photographs You HAVE To See Today

10 Photographs You HAVE To See Today

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The ten best pics of 2023.

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Talking on the Wisden Cricket Monthly Podcast, Grave said that he is sick of the phrase that the 'world cricket needs a strong West Indies' team', especially when it is doing all it can to weaken it.

Ian Bishop: India face Test of pace at Sabina

Ian Bishop: India face Test of pace at Sabina

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

India's real test in the Test series will be how their batsman cope with the extra pace and bounce anticipated at Sabina Park, says former West Indies bowling ace Ian Bishop. By arrangement with Quba Media Works.

Ian Chappell comes down heavily on India for practice pitch complaints

Ian Chappell comes down heavily on India for practice pitch complaints

Rediff.com20 Dec 2014

Former Australian captain Ian Chappell lashed out at the Indian cricket team for complaining about the practice pitches at the Gabba.

Ian Bishop: India's batting needs to step up big

Ian Bishop: India's batting needs to step up big

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

India's star-studded batting, says former West Indies bowling ace Ian Bishop, will need to deliver against England's variety of pace and spin in the upcoming Test series. By arrangement with Quba Media Works.

Hardik Pandya Booed At Modi Stadium

Hardik Pandya Booed At Modi Stadium

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Vignettes from IPL 2024...

5 tips to succeed for young IIT-ians

5 tips to succeed for young IIT-ians

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

S Rajagopalan advices IIT-ians to under-promise and over-deliver.

Dhoni a serial offender in India's debacles abroad, says Ian Chappell

Dhoni a serial offender in India's debacles abroad, says Ian Chappell

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

Slamming Mahendra Singh Dhoni as a 'serial offender' in the India's Test debacles abroad, former Australia captain Ian Chappell said if the team fails to compete at full throttle then another capitulation is certain against a highly competitive Australian outfit.