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'It's the end of an era'

'It's the end of an era'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

BCCI secretary Jay Shah called Dhoni "one of the greats of the modern era".

Former Pak captain Inzamam discharged from hospital

Former Pak captain Inzamam discharged from hospital

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Pakistan's former captain and most capped player Inzamam-ul-Haq had to undergo an emergency angioplasty at a private hospital in Lahore after complaining of heart-related issues and breathing difficulty.

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Prannoy make winning starts

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Prannoy make winning starts

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Sindhu looked in complete control as she prevailed 21-15, 21-11 over world No. 36 Tan in a 29-minute match.

Pujara@100: All about India's 'spiritual' batting star

Pujara@100: All about India's 'spiritual' batting star

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

On the cusp of his 100th Test, Cheteshwar Pujara, the quiet warrior of Indian cricket, always ends up winning the race.

1st Test: Pujara, Iyer lead India fightback vs B'desh

1st Test: Pujara, Iyer lead India fightback vs B'desh

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between Bangladesh and India, at Chattogram, on Wednesday.

49 ODI Centuries: Record Stands Tall

49 ODI Centuries: Record Stands Tall

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Among his many achievements, his 49 ODI centuries stand out as a testament to his mastery of the format.

Sreejesh ready for memorable CWG swansong

Sreejesh ready for memorable CWG swansong

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Sreejesh believes goalkeepers are like vintage wine, which gets better with age

Is this the end of the road for Saina Nehwal?

Is this the end of the road for Saina Nehwal?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Her reluctance to appear for BAI trials could well end her chances of representing the flag

Farewell To Cricket: Indian women gear up for memorable Lord's dance for legendary Jhulan

Farewell To Cricket: Indian women gear up for memorable Lord's dance for legendary Jhulan

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Call it destiny or design, Goswami's last hurrah is taking at Lord's.

Made a comeback to show that you can be a world champion and still have a complete life: Sania Mirza

Made a comeback to show that you can be a world champion and still have a complete life: Sania Mirza

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

With the curtains set to drop on her illustrious career, Sania Mirza opened up on her journey to the top and the struggles she faced as a woman athlete.

'Sachin once told me he couldn't play against short-pitched ball in Australia'

'Sachin once told me he couldn't play against short-pitched ball in Australia'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Pollock, who took 393 ODI wickets and 421 scalps in Tests besides scoring over 3,500 runs in both formats, said there was a time when all their plans would fall apart against Tendulkar and they would wait for him to make a mistake.

EPL champs Manchester City pray for COVID-hit India

EPL champs Manchester City pray for COVID-hit India

Rediff.com8 May 2021

English Premier League side Manchester City's revered manager Pep Guardiola on Saturday sent an emotional message for Indians, saying his team was playing for them on the pitch and urged them to stay strong in their fight against COVID-19.

'Best player of our times': Kohli hails 'brother' de Villiers

'Best player of our times': Kohli hails 'brother' de Villiers

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Tributes poured in for AB de Villiers after the South African batter on Friday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, with Indian maestro Virat Kohli aptly summing up his greatness by calling him the "best player of our times".

Behind govt's RS nominations, BJP's big southern outreach

Behind govt's RS nominations, BJP's big southern outreach

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Iconic composer Ilaiyaraaja, celebrated athlete PT Usha, philanthropist Veerendra Heggade and screenwriter V Vijayendra Prasad Garu were nominated to Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Kohli equals Ponting for most tons as captain

Kohli equals Ponting for most tons as captain

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

The Indian captain also went past the former Australian captain for most Test centuries as skipper.

MCG to pay tribute to Dean Jones on Boxing Day Test

MCG to pay tribute to Dean Jones on Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Boxing Day Test will witness a special tribute to former Australia batsman Dean Jones

Mithali to retire after 2022 World Cup in New Zealand

Mithali to retire after 2022 World Cup in New Zealand

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Indian women's ODI captain Mithali Raj on Saturday indicated that the 2022 50-over World Cup in New Zealand will be her "swansong" after 23 illustrious years in international cricket.

Anil Dharker passes into the ages

Anil Dharker passes into the ages

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

'Goodbye dearest Anil. An elegant mind, a stylish writer, and a loyal friend. You will be missed by all those whose lives you touched. RIP.'

Club vs country debate now in cricket!

Club vs country debate now in cricket!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Confrontations between home boards and players participating in franchise leagues, often forcing them to retire, can leave international cricket a lot poorer.

Stokes playing in IPL 2023 depends on...

Stokes playing in IPL 2023 depends on...

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

England Test captain Ben Stokes is very categorical that his participation in the IPL 2023 will depend on the national team's calendar.

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

There is speculation about his retirement and the Indian captain happily responds with a smile that 'I don't know yet'.

Kohli hopes 100 Tests milestone will inspire many

Kohli hopes 100 Tests milestone will inspire many

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Basking in the glory of becoming only the 12th Indian cricketer to play 100 Tests, Virat Kohli said he wants the "next generation" to take inspiration from the fact he could achieve the milestone despite playing in all three formats of the game in a gruelling international schedule.

Kohli writes beautiful farewell wish to 'brother' AB de Villiers

Kohli writes beautiful farewell wish to 'brother' AB de Villiers

Rediff.com26 May 2018

Kohli heaped praise on his Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate and congratulated him on his illustrious career.

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Glimpses from Sunday's Nations League matches.

Harbhajan was captain's delight, says Sourav Ganguly

Harbhajan was captain's delight, says Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Sourav Ganguly congratulated just-retired Harbhajan Singh on a glorious career

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Kohli tops Bradman, Tendulkar & Sehwag in run spree

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Virat Kohli surpassed Australian batting legend Don Bradman after amassing the most 150-plus scores as captain in international cricket, on Day 2 of the second Test against South Africa.

Naman Ojha bids tearful adieu to all forms of cricket

Naman Ojha bids tearful adieu to all forms of cricket

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Although Ojha's international career never took off, the Ujjain-born player has played 146 first-class games notching up 9,753 runs

Anju Bobby George is World Athletics' Woman of Year

Anju Bobby George is World Athletics' Woman of Year

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

World Athletics added that her efforts in advancing the sport in India as well as inspiring more women to follow in her footsteps make her "more than a worthy recipient" of this year's award.

Irfan Pathan retires from all forms of cricket

Irfan Pathan retires from all forms of cricket

Rediff.com4 Jan 2020

Ifran Pathan's retirement was on expected lines as he did not even put himself in the IPL auction pool, last month.

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'When he was a kid, Raj kept on watching Yuvraj, who would come for his nets at the academy and for kids. The first hero makes a lasting impression.'

Former football Olympian Hakim tests positive for COVID-19

Former football Olympian Hakim tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Distinguished footballer and Dhyan Chand Awardee Syed Shahid Hakim has tested positive for COVID-19 and is undergoing treatment at a quarantine centre in Hyderabad.

Why Kallis ranks as one of greats of the modern game

Why Kallis ranks as one of greats of the modern game

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Rajneesh Gupta analyses Jacques Kallis's remarkable career in international cricket and wonders whether we will ever see another complete cricketer like him.

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

In a record time of 13 years, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant is now ready for formal induction into the Indian Navy.

Saqlain wants bowlers' 15-degree elbow rule reviewed

Saqlain wants bowlers' 15-degree elbow rule reviewed

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

Former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has urged the International Cricket Council to review its existing 15-degree arm/elbow extension law for bowlers.

Dhoni illustration of new India: PM Modi

Dhoni illustration of new India: PM Modi

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

'Rising from humble beginnings in a small town, you burst onto the national scene, made a name for yourself and most importantly, made India proud'

Mithali gets Sthalekar praise

Mithali gets Sthalekar praise

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

'I know having bowled to her, you bowl a number of dots and out of nowhere she picks you up and hits you straight back over your head. With so much ease she does, I can't understand why you don't do that more often than not, but it doesn't matter in this case...'

'Mithali is a legend, no doubt about it'

'Mithali is a legend, no doubt about it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

'Her work ethic, disciple, dedication, determination and hunger to score runs for herself and for the team makes her stand out from the rest.'

Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager

Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Rooney began his playing career with boyhood club Everton, scoring his first goal in spectacular fashion as a 16-year-old against Arsenal.

Tears flowing, Tendulkar says emotional goodbye to cricket

Tears flowing, Tendulkar says emotional goodbye to cricket

Rediff.com16 Nov 2013

At exactly 11.47 am on a balmy Saturday morning, Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar bid a tearful adieu to international cricket after an illustrious career lasting exactly 24 years and a day in which he played 200 Test matches, 463 ODIs and a lone T20 scoring 34,357 international runs.

Rahul Dravid is Team India's new Head Coach

Rahul Dravid is Team India's new Head Coach

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Former India captain Rahul Dravid was unanimously appointed Head Coach of Team India's senior men's team by the Cricket Advisory Committee, comprising Ms Sulakshana Naik and R P Singh, on Wednesday.