Calling for "hard decisions", former all-rounder Farveez Maharoof came down heavily on the team management and players, terming the side's performance 'hurtful' and 'shameful.'
'Commitment isn't about grand promises; it's about showing up consistently, even when it's inconvenient.'
Brian Bennett's valiant 97 not out went in vain as Zimbabwe lost to India in their T20 World Cup Super 8 clash. Despite Bennett's heroics, Zimbabwe fell short in their chase of India's massive total.
'Today, my brother is married, and I've gained the most positive and compassionate person as my Vadina.'
'The moment some news comes where somebody is accused of some crime, we are so quick to judge that person and call them a criminal, if that person is a very unlikable person. If we like that person, we immediately absolve her.'
When everyone has footage and no one can verify it, the loudest voice wins, notes Prem Panicker who begins a daily blog on the War in the Middle East.
'I wasn't okay with my fate being decided by trolls and social media and the media.'
Your first Valentine's Day as a couple can feel like a test. How much is too much? How little is too little? Are you supposed to plan something perfect?
Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal progressed to the FA Cup quarter-finals after victories over Newcastle United, Wrexham and Mansfield Town respectively on Saturday.
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Tu Ya Main's Avni 'taught me how to be a complete BADASS.'
India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.
What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be answered, observes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the war in the Middle East.
Jammu and Kashmir claimed their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, with captain Paras Dogra and player Qamran Iqbal expressing their joy and gratitude after the historic win against Karnataka.
The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) were held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
India's Arshdeep Singh discusses learning from senior bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj, focusing on adaptability and staying ahead of batters in the T20 World Cup.
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Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott called the heartbreaking two-Super Over loss to South Africa "devastating", admitting his side were undone by the Proteas' superior fielding in a T20 World Cup thriller that slipped away at the very end
Suryakumar Yadav defends Tilak Varma's batting approach in the T20 World Cup, explaining the team management's strategy for his role despite recent struggles against slow bowlers.
Indians returning from the Middle East share their experiences of fear and uncertainty as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran disrupts travel and daily life, leaving many stranded and facing financial strain.
West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.
Aiden Markram's unbeaten 82 and a 95-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win over West Indies, putting the Proteas on the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals.
The Super Eights match between India and South Africa is expected to be played on a black soil pitch that favors seamers, potentially influencing India's team selection strategy.
Leander Paes outlines his vision for improving Indian tennis, nurturing young talent, and advocating for India to host the Olympic Games, while also praising the Indian Davis Cup team and Smriti Mandhana's achievements.
Oman's Aamir Kaleem has become the oldest player to feature in a Twenty20 World Cup, surpassing Ryan Campbell's record. Despite the milestone, Kaleem remains focused on contributing to his team's success and advocating for more opportunities for associate nations to compete against full-member teams.
Israel and the United States had a plan. Iran punched back. And now the Gulf is reeling, the world is beginning to feel the pain and, as on date, no one in Washington or Tel Aviv appears willing to admit that the punch has landed, notes Prem Panicker, continuing his must-read blog on the war in the Middle East.
David Miller reveals South Africa's plan to attack Varun Chakravarthy with intent and trust the line after a 76-run win over India.
Swiss veteran Stan Wawrinka bowed out of his last Australian Open on Saturday, the three-times major winner losing 7-6(5), 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 to American Taylor Fritz and soaking up warm applause as a muchloved former champion.
Lindsey Vonn revealed she nearly had her leg amputated following a crash at the Milano Cortina Olympics, detailing the severity of her injuries and the multiple surgeries she underwent.
For Gen Z professionals juggling targets, long hours, late-night calls and unrealistic expectations, finding time for romance has become a whole new challenge.
Those who bowl at 150 kph are kings, but I am also working on slower balls, yorkers: Umran Malik
World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Tensions escalate at the UN Security Council as the US and Israel defend their military actions against Iran, while Iran condemns the strikes as war crimes, raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict.
rediffGURU Pankaj Vyavahare, career counsellor and life coach, explains how you can survive in the age of AI.
During his State of the Union address, President Trump honored Dalilah Coleman, a young crash victim, and urged Congress to pass 'Dalilah Law' to prevent undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licenses, sparking debate on immigration and road safety.
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Teen squash prodigy Anahat Singh upset top seed Georgina Kennedy to win her first PSA Bronze title at the Squash On Fire Open in Washington.
Addressing the Israeli Parliament, the Knesset, Modi offered his deepest condolences to the people of Israel for every life lost in the terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Bangladesh assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin criticizes former sports adviser Asif Nazrul for allegedly misrepresenting facts regarding the national team's exclusion from the T20 World Cup, stating that players were devastated by the decision.
BCCI president Mithun Manhas announced plans to construct new cricket stadiums in Jammu and Kashmir to further develop cricket in the region after their maiden Ranji Trophy title win.
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