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Combating COVID-19: Kohli, De Villiers to auction their kits

Combating COVID-19: Kohli, De Villiers to auction their kits

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

AB de Villiers revealed that he would be auctioning his and Virat Kohli's kits from the 2016 Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Gujarat Lions for raising funds to aid the battle against the coronavirus. During a live session on Instagram with former South African captain and RCB teammate AB de Villiers, Kohli said winning the tournament remains the goal but he would not leave the team irrespective of the results.

Tendulkar voted Cricketer of the Generation

Tendulkar voted Cricketer of the Generation

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

One of the greatest batsmen of all time, the iconic Sachin Tendulkar was voted Cricketer of the Generation. He staved off stiff competition from spin legend Shane Warne and all-rounder par excellence Jacques Kallis for the ESPNcricinfo award.

South Africa need to take inspiration from England: Kallis

South Africa need to take inspiration from England: Kallis

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

South Africa must look to emulate England as they look to rebuild their squad and change their one-day international mentality following a premature exit from the World Cup, former all-rounder Jacques Kallis said.

History beckons as Amla set to become SA's first non-white captain

History beckons as Amla set to become SA's first non-white captain

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Hashim Amla will make history on Wednesday when he takes the field as South Africa's first permanent non-white skipper, helming a team in transition after the retirements of Test greats Graeme Smith and Jacques Kallis.

PHOTOS: When RCB helped Kolkata to a win over Mumbai Indians

PHOTOS: When RCB helped Kolkata to a win over Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

It's always past experiences that aid and shape the present. That is what exactly happened when Kolkata Knight Riders' Manish Pandey and Jacques Kallis came together against Mumbai Indians in the opening match of the Indian Premier League Season 7 on Wednesday.

Retired life isn't so bad, Tendulkar tweets

Retired life isn't so bad, Tendulkar tweets

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to just-retired South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis, calling him a "true champion" who always played the game in the right spirit.

'Cricket's god' Sachin Tendulkar in line for another honour

'Cricket's god' Sachin Tendulkar in line for another honour

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Sachin Tendulkar is pitted against legendary Australian spinner Shane Warne and South Africa all-rounder Jacques Kallis as they vie for the ESPNcricinfo's Cricketer of the Generation award. Brian Lara who's legend is often compared to the greatness of Tendulkar, missed out on a place in the top three spot.

'A robust partnership'

'A robust partnership'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2005

The joint statement released by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and French President Jacques Chirac pledges co-operation in various fields – economic, military co-operation, environment, space, energy security and others.

Text of Chirac-Singh joint statement

Text of Chirac-Singh joint statement

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Jacques Chirac reaffirm the strategic partnership between India and France and commit themselves to further strengthening and deepening the relationship.

Kallis rates Lara higher than Tendulkar

Kallis rates Lara higher than Tendulkar

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

South Africa all-rounder Jacques Kallis would not rate Sachin Tendulkar as the best batsman he has played against but said the Indian legend has "tremendously" helped in taking the game forward by playing with the right spirit throughout his illustrious career.

Kubica to become F1's first Polish racer

Kubica to become F1's first Polish racer

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

Robert Kubica will become the first Pole to start a Formula One race when he replaces Canadian Jacques Villeneuve in Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.

Experience can fill Smith-shaped void for South Africa

Experience can fill Smith-shaped void for South Africa

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Graeme Smith believes South Africa are in safe hands, despite his retirement as captain and the recent departures of coach Gary Kirsten and all rounder Jacques Kallis, because the squad are still brimming with experience.

'IPL will keep me in shape for 2015 World Cup'

'IPL will keep me in shape for 2015 World Cup'

Rediff.com22 May 2014

South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis, who retired from the Test format, has set the IPL T20 league as his launch pad for his mission World Cup 2015.

Villeneuve to stay with BMW Sauber

Villeneuve to stay with BMW Sauber

Rediff.com1 Dec 2005

The Formula One team confirmed that the Canadian will line up alongside Nick Heidfeld for the BMW Sauber F1 team in 2006.

Indefatigable and inspiring, Kallis leaves rich legacy

Indefatigable and inspiring, Kallis leaves rich legacy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

It turned out to be an emotional 12 months for Test cricket as South Africa's indefatigable warhorse Jacques Kallis quit the format, having cemented his place as statistically the greatest all-rounder ever and a modern great of the game.

Kallis accepts verdict on Rudolph

Kallis accepts verdict on Rudolph

Rediff.com1 Apr 2006

Jacques Kallis took Matthew Hayden's word on the controversialcatch that claim Jacques Rudolph's wicket

Rudolph ton steers SA to draw

Rudolph ton steers SA to draw

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

Jacques Rudolph's unbeaten innings of 104 helped South Africa to draw the first Test against Australia

These funny animals are just what we need right now!

These funny animals are just what we need right now!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

The world feels like complete panda-monium right now. But thanks to the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, we can all take a brief break from the news cycle and focus on otter things -- like pictures of animals being complete goofballs. The animals were pictured by photographers competing in the sixth annual Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, which saw thousands of pictures entered, taken around the world. As well as providing a smile, the competition works alongside the Born Free Foundation to highlight a more serious matter -- the importance of conserving our planet's beautiful wildlife. We share a selection of the best finalists' photos...

Graeme Smith's retirement ushers in new era for South Africa

Graeme Smith's retirement ushers in new era for South Africa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

He was seen as a brash, arrogant and aloof South African but no one can dispute the impact Graeme Smith had on the world stage as he became the most successful captain in Test history.

Former players hail Kallis as the greatest SA cricketer

Former players hail Kallis as the "greatest SA cricketer"

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

As South Africa's the greatest all-rounder of his era, Jacques Kallis, called it time on his Test career, tributes flew in from various quarters in admiration of the legend.

'Kallis' impact on SA cricket has been immense'

'Kallis' impact on SA cricket has been immense'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

South Africa's Jacques Kallis, the greatest all-rounder of his era, will retire from Test and first-class cricket after the Boxing Day match against India in Durban, the Cricket South Africa said on Wednesday.

'Board didn't back players when racially abused in Australia'

'Board didn't back players when racially abused in Australia'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Prince also said that when the players told the leadership about the racial abuse they have been suffering, the reply was "it's only some people, not the majority".

CLT20 PHOTOS: Davids, Rudolph help Titans ease past Sunrisers

CLT20 PHOTOS: Davids, Rudolph help Titans ease past Sunrisers

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

Images from Match No.12 of the Champions League T20 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Titans at the JSCA stadium in Ranchi on Saturday.

German Bach claims top IOC post, plans changes to Games

German Bach claims top IOC post, plans changes to Games

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

Germany's Thomas Bach was elected president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday, succeeding Belgian Jacques Rogge and maintaining a European stranglehold on the most powerful position in world sport.

Cannes 2018: Which Sonam look is your favourite?

Cannes 2018: Which Sonam look is your favourite?

Rediff.com17 May 2018

A good mix of formal, casual and chic

Bolsonaro treated to amazing display at R-Day parade

Bolsonaro treated to amazing display at R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

This is the third time that a Brazilian president was the chief guest at the Republic Day. The last time a Brazilian president was the chief guest was in 2004 when Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attended the parade.

Can run-machine Kohli break Tendulkar's batting records?

Can run-machine Kohli break Tendulkar's batting records?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

With 66 international hundreds at the age of 30, Virat Kohli is a serious contender for breaking all the batting records set by Sachin Tendulkar.

10 Films You Must Watch

10 Films You Must Watch

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Films that amazed Aseem Chhabra at the El Gouna Film Festival in Egypt.

Kohli eclipses Ganguly with 'another master class'

Kohli eclipses Ganguly with 'another master class'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

With 11,406 runs in 238 innings Virat Kohli is the second highest run-getter for India in ODI

Kallis knew it was time to quit Test arena

Kallis knew it was time to quit Test arena

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

Jacques Kallis said he knew the time was right to quit the Test arena as he bowed out after an 18-year career with victory over India at Kingsmead on Monday.

King Kallis walks into the sunset in fairytale script

King Kallis walks into the sunset in fairytale script

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

Jacques Kallis, one of the greatest all-rounders of the game, bid adieu to Test cricket after an illustrious 18-year career in a fairytale script as he hit a century in his swansong match in South Africa's 10-wicket thrashing of India in Durban.

PHOTOS: Steyn lifts SA to victory as Kallis bows out on a high

PHOTOS: Steyn lifts SA to victory as Kallis bows out on a high

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

South Africa crushed India by a convincing 10-wicket margin to win the second Test at the Kingsmead in Durban, on Monday to give their batting great Jacques Kallis a winning farewell.

Day 4 at Kingsmead: Kallis sets up Proteas charge

Day 4 at Kingsmead: Kallis sets up Proteas charge

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

The smart money may be on a draw going into Day 5, but the second Test between South Africa and India was all about Kallis, and it will not be complete without a Proteas victory.

Kallis farewell century emphasises standing among greats

Kallis farewell century emphasises standing among greats

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

A century by Jacques Kallis on Sunday in what is likely to be his last Test innings emphasised his status among the cricketing greats and ensured a fitting farewell after the South African's sudden decision to end his 18-year Test career.

PHOTOS: Kallis ton leaves India battling to save Test

PHOTOS: Kallis ton leaves India battling to save Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Photos of the day four play of the second Test between India and South Africa, being played in Durban

Kallis goes past Dravid, becomes third highest Test run-getter

Kallis goes past Dravid, becomes third highest Test run-getter

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis on Sunday surpassed Rahul Dravid as the third highest run-getter in Test cricket after a 115-run knock against India in his farewell match in Durban.

PHOTOS from Day 3 of the India-SA 2nd Test in Durban

PHOTOS from Day 3 of the India-SA 2nd Test in Durban

Rediff.com28 Dec 2013

Images from day three of the second Test between India and South Africa in Durban, on Saturday.

India versus South Africa: How the numbers add up

India versus South Africa: How the numbers add up

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Rajneesh Gupta glances at the history of this fascinating 21st century cricketing rivalry.