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Botham declares 'Bazball' as the saviour of Tests

Botham declares 'Bazball' as the saviour of Tests

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Ian Botham feels that England's ultra-aggressive 'Bazball' approach under Ben Stokes has infused new life into Test cricket.

Chappell warns: 'Bazball nonsense costing Joe Root'

Chappell warns: 'Bazball nonsense costing Joe Root'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Chappell urges Root to play his natural game and drop Bazball philosophy

PIX: Batters, Ashwin put India in command in Kanpur

PIX: Batters, Ashwin put India in command in Kanpur

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

IMAGES from Day 4 of the 2nd Test played between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur, on Monday.

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

India may not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: Report

India may not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: Report

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

India are unlikely to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year, which could also be in the hybrid model like the 2023 Asia Cup.

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.

Has BCCI Rewarded Kuldeep Well?

Has BCCI Rewarded Kuldeep Well?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

'Kuldeep is perhaps one of the best in the world at the moment. He should have been promoted to Grade A.'

Gukesh back in joint-lead at Candidates chess

Gukesh back in joint-lead at Candidates chess

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

India's D Gukesh bounced back with a finely crafted game to outwit compatriot Vidit Gujrathi and regain his joint lead with Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia after the eighth round in the Candidates chess tournament in Toronto on Friday.

This Georgian shooter chases Olympic dream at 55

This Georgian shooter chases Olympic dream at 55

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

At 55, Georgian shooter shows up at record 10th straight Olympics to fulfil father's last wish

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.

Gukesh wins Candidates, becomes youngest ever challenger for world title

Gukesh wins Candidates, becomes youngest ever challenger for world title

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

The triumph entitles Gukesh a clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China in the last quarter of the year.

How India Conquered The Chess Olympiad

How India Conquered The Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

'The Indian Open team was extremely well prepared and motivated to win the gold medal.' 'With two players in the world top 10 club, and four players with over 2,700 ELO points (GMs Arjun Erigaisi, D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, all below 20) and Vidit Gujrathi and P Harikrishna, it was a solid team.'

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.

Candidates: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi to stay in joint lead

Candidates: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi to stay in joint lead

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh held on to the joint top spot with Russian Ian Nepomniachtchi after they played out an easy draw in the 10th round of the Candidates chess tournament in Toronto.

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.

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

A brilliantly-worked goal by Ryan Christie and a Justin Kluivert penalty gave Bournemouth shock 2-0 Premier League win at home to 10-man Arsenal.

PICS: Magical Marchand takes fourth swimming gold

PICS: Magical Marchand takes fourth swimming gold

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics swimming action at the La Defense Arena, Paris, on Friday.

EPL: Arsenal, Brighton, Newcastle win in opening round

EPL: Arsenal, Brighton, Newcastle win in opening round

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Round-up of matches from the opening weekend of the English Premier League 2024-25

Injured again! Is Mayank Yadav's speed taking a toll?

Injured again! Is Mayank Yadav's speed taking a toll?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Pace sensation Mayank Yadav on Sunday suffered a side strain

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.

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.

Foden: Partnership with Bellingham will only flourish

Foden: Partnership with Bellingham will only flourish

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

After a shaky start to England's European Championship campaign that had critics questioning his starting spot, Phil Foden insists his partnership with Jude Bellingham will only flourish.

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.

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.

Why Movies Get Into Trouble...

Why Movies Get Into Trouble...

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

They try to hide behind the smokescreen that these are works of fiction inspired by real events. So, you can pick and choose from facts and fictionalise to push the right triggers with your audience or appease the powers that be, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Candidates Chess: Praggnanandhaa holds Firouza; Vaishali draws with Humpy

Candidates Chess: Praggnanandhaa holds Firouza; Vaishali draws with Humpy

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Another game to end through repetition of moves was between Gukesh and Gujrathi.

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.

PIX: Titmus gets Australia off to a golden start in the pool

PIX: Titmus gets Australia off to a golden start in the pool

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Ariarne Titmus got Australia's women off to a golden start by winning a race of record breakers on a rocking opening night of the Paris Olympic swimming meet at the La Defense Arena on Saturday.

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.

FIDE Candidates: Praggnanandhaa enters as India's best bet

FIDE Candidates: Praggnanandhaa enters as India's best bet

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Teen sensation R Praggnanandhaa will enter as the favourite among the three Indian participants in the Candidates chess tournament that will get underway in Toronto from Wednesday to decide the challenger for the next world championship match.

No harm in following money: Smith backs Williamson

No harm in following money: Smith backs Williamson

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

First Trent Boult and now Willamsoin, does it set a dangerous precedent?

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'.

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.

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

157 Kmph! Mayank Yadav blazes through IPL

157 Kmph! Mayank Yadav blazes through IPL

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Mayank Yadav has now emerged as cricket's latest pace sensation and is being touted as a potential wildcard for India's test tour of Australia.

Candidates Chess: Gujrathi beats Nakamura again to get back in race

Candidates Chess: Gujrathi beats Nakamura again to get back in race

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Gukesh tried his hands at the Ruy Lopez as white but did not get much against Praggnanandhaa. Both the teenagers have been showing great skills here against the world's best and there was nothing to choose between them when pieces flew off the board in tandem. The game was drawn in 41 moves.

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.