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Pujara: IPL 2026 perfect for Gill to showcase 150+ strike rate

Pujara: IPL 2026 perfect for Gill to showcase 150+ strike rate

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara says Shubman Gill can use his T20 World Cup snub as motivation and regain India's T20 spot with a strong IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer believes Rishabh Pant will excel as captain in IPL 2026 if he plays with joy.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

IPL 2026: KKR vs PBKS Preview: PBKS look unstoppable as KKR struggle with chaos

IPL 2026: KKR vs PBKS Preview: PBKS look unstoppable as KKR struggle with chaos

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A preview of the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, focusing on key players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the challenges both teams face.

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 Bollywood horror flicks to mark Friday the 13th.

IPL 2026 Preview: Pressure on Rishabh Pant as LSG eye winning start vs Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026 Preview: Pressure on Rishabh Pant as LSG eye winning start vs Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Delhi Capitals. Pant's leadership is under scrutiny, but a fully fit squad bolstered by key additions gives LSG a strong chance.

From three ducks to T20 WC hero: Gambhir explains faith in Abhishek

From three ducks to T20 WC hero: Gambhir explains faith in Abhishek

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Gautam Gambhir explains why India backed Abhishek Sharma despite three ducks early in the T20 World Cup, as the opener bounced back with a blazing fifty in the final against New Zealand.

IPL 2026, SRH vs LSG Preview: Super Giants face stiff task against explosive Sunrisers batting

IPL 2026, SRH vs LSG Preview: Super Giants face stiff task against explosive Sunrisers batting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants face a tough challenge against a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. SRH's explosive batting and home advantage make them favourites, while LSG needs to address their batting inconsistencies to secure their first win of the season.

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

IPL 2026: Kohli will want to win back-to-back titles and make an impact in every game, says Pathan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will begin the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) hoping to retain the title, and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes batting stalwart Virat Kohli will play a major role in that effort.

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

'Each mother I have played is different, but the writing dictates the doing of it. If it's written well, that's half the work done for an actor.'

The Golden Globes 2026 Watchlist On OTT

The Golden Globes 2026 Watchlist On OTT

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Missed any of the 2026 Golden Globe-winning movies or series? Namrata Thakker has you covered, as she lists where you can watch the winners.

IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.

Arshdeep Singh fined for 'dangerous throw' in T20 World Cup final

Arshdeep Singh fined for 'dangerous throw' in T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Arshdeep Singh fielded the ball on his follow-through and threw it aggressively and inappropriately, hitting batter Daryl Mitchell's on the pads as he tried to take evasive action.

Chennai Super Kings Aim for IPL Turnaround Against Punjab Kings

Chennai Super Kings Aim for IPL Turnaround Against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings will need to improve significantly in all departments of the game to trouble a potent Punjab Kings in their first home game of the Indian Premier League. It was a uninspiring start for CSK in their opener against Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking for their spinners to rediscover their form against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match.

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Sanjay Bangar says Punjab Kings must play spinner Harpreet Brar in every IPL 2026 match and highlights the importance of the team's young opening pair.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have often been overlooked in the T20 format, will captain Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings respectively with both eager to make a statement.

2025's Top 10 Female Performances On OTT

2025's Top 10 Female Performances On OTT

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

There were quite a few female-led shows in 2025, and actresses got to play some interesting, non-cliched parts.

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.

IPL 2026: 'KKR made big mistake letting Shreyas Iyer, Salt go'

IPL 2026: 'KKR made big mistake letting Shreyas Iyer, Salt go'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Former India captain Anil Kumble has criticised Kolkata Knight Riders for releasing key players Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt after their IPL victory, suggesting it undermines their chances of future success. He also praises Shreyas Iyer's leadership and Cheteshwar Pujara compares SRH's opening pair to Kohli and Gayle.

'Sanju Samson did his job': Pathan, DK back beleaguered opener

'Sanju Samson did his job': Pathan, DK back beleaguered opener

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Sanju Samson's quickfire 24 off 15 gave India a flying start against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash, drawing mixed reactions from fans and praise from Irfan Pathan and Dinesh Karthik.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

As India are gearing up to face Zimbabwe in a do-or-die Super Eights clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, former cricketer Aakash Chopra urged the team management to promote skipper Suryakumar Yadav up the order to break the left-handers' pattern in the batting order and effectively counter the off-spin threat posed by his opposite number Sikandar Raza.

Are Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur Getting Married?

Are Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur Getting Married?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Social media buzz and reports fuel speculation around Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur's March-April wedding.

IPL 2026: 'This Could Be Last Time We See Dhoni In Yellow Jersey'

IPL 2026: 'This Could Be Last Time We See Dhoni In Yellow Jersey'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

'I'm not sure how many games he will play. But his presence in the dressing room will help a lot.'

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara shares tactical insights ahead of the T20 World Cup semi-final, outlining how India can dismiss England captain Harry Brook and counter key threats at Wankhede.

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Varun Chakravarthy expresses confidence in India's spin attack ahead of Sunday's T20 World Cup game against Pakistan.

Dubai-based siblings to transfer jiohotstar.com domain to Reliance 'free of cost'

Dubai-based siblings to transfer jiohotstar.com domain to Reliance 'free of cost'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Dubai-based siblings Jainam and Jivika, the owners of jiohotstar.com domain, have decided to transfer it to Reliance "free of cost", resting speculations on social media platforms. The story of the internet domain name, which grabbed a lot of attention on social media platforms in the recent past, ended with "seva and kindness", according to the duo.

The Directors Who Made An Impact In 2025

The Directors Who Made An Impact In 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Big films like Dhurandhar, Chhava and Kantara: Chapter 1 hit box office gold in 2025, and its directors, Aditya Dhar, Laxman Utekar and Rishab Shetty, have proved their worth. But many other directors made an impact with their 2025 releases, in various languages.

Kumble Warns India: Win Big or Risk T20 World Cup Exit

Kumble Warns India: Win Big or Risk T20 World Cup Exit

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Anil Kumble praised West Indies' dominant 107-run win over Zimbabwe in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 and said India must win big against Zimbabwe and West Indies to stay alive in the semi-final race.

T20 World Cup: 'Ishan-Abhishek issue India must fix fast'

T20 World Cup: 'Ishan-Abhishek issue India must fix fast'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar has raised concerns about the performance of India's opening batsmen, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, in the T20 World Cup, particularly their struggles against off-spin. Their difficulties could impact India's chances as they navigate the Super Eight stage and face upcoming challenges.

IPL 2026: Varun-Narine Hold The Key For KKR

IPL 2026: Varun-Narine Hold The Key For KKR

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Faf du Plessis called upon KKR to prepare spin-friendly pitches for their home games at Eden Gardens, which will bring their spin duo Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy into contention.

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India should only focus on winning their match T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe in Chennai on Thursday without worrying about the net run rate, says former all-rounder Irfan Pathan.

Divya Ganesh Wins Bigg Boss Tamil 9

Divya Ganesh Wins Bigg Boss Tamil 9

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Divya Ganesh takes home Rs 50 lakh as well as a Maruti Suzuki Victoris.

Why Rental Family Is A Feel Good Watch

Why Rental Family Is A Feel Good Watch

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Rental Family explores a simple question: If you pretend to care for long enough, when does it start to feel real? Mayur Sanap gives us a closer look.

Women's World Cup final draws record 446M viewers in India

Women's World Cup final draws record 446M viewers in India

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'The Women in Blue's final act drew a peak concurrency of 21 million viewers as Harmanpreet Kaur's team became the first Asian team to lift the Women's World Cup.'

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

You can watch some of the Oscar nominated films on OTT.

Suryakumar Yadav hits form at the right time

Suryakumar Yadav hits form at the right time

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Irfan Pathan and Sunil Gavaskar hail Suryakumar Yadav's return to form after his rapid fifty powered India to a series-clinching T20I win over New Zealand.

Varun Chakravarthy is a magician with the ball: Sunil Gavaskar

Varun Chakravarthy is a magician with the ball: Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Sunil Gavaskar hails Varun Chakravarthy as a 'magician' after his key wickets in India's first T20I win over New Zealand in Nagpur.