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Kevin Pietersen to lead Delhi Daredevils in IPL 7

Kevin Pietersen to lead Delhi Daredevils in IPL 7

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

Delhi Daredevils have named Kevin Pietersen as their captain, while Dinesh Karthik will be his deputy in the 7th edition of the Indian Premier League that will commence next month.

West Indies call up spinner Sinclair for Trinidad Test

West Indies call up spinner Sinclair for Trinidad Test

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

West Indies reinforced their spin department by bringing in uncapped all-rounder Kevin Sinclair in place of Raymon Reifer for the second and final Test against India.

PIX: Man City survives scare; Superb Diaz powers Real

PIX: Man City survives scare; Superb Diaz powers Real

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Manchester City survived a scare to beat FC Copenhagen 3-1 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Parken Stadium on Tuesday, with Phil Foden scoring late to ensure a two-goal cushion ahead of the second leg.

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd retires from politics

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd retires from politics

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

In a surprise move, Australia's former prime minister Kevin Rudd on Wednesday retired from politics saying "it really is time for me to zip", months after being dethroned by conservative leader Tony Abbott.

PIX: Real Madrid edge Man City in penalties; Bayern down Arsenal

PIX: Real Madrid edge Man City in penalties; Bayern down Arsenal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Real Madrid beat holders Manchester City in an edge-of-your-seat 4-3 shootout victory to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.

When The World Fell In Love

When The World Fell In Love

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Here's looking at how the world celebrated the day of love!

At least 31K Ukrainian soldiers killed in war with Russia, admits Zelenskyy

At least 31K Ukrainian soldiers killed in war with Russia, admits Zelenskyy

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Zelenskyy, while addressing a press conference, disputed Russian claims of much higher numbers when it comes to Ukrainian casualties.

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The two major parties offer the United States choices that are basically unacceptable and the bench strength, such as it is, is not entirely capable of winning popular acclaim, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Sainz leads Ferrari 1-2 in Australia after Verstappen retires

Sainz leads Ferrari 1-2 in Australia after Verstappen retires

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday in a triumphant return two weeks after appendicitis surgery as Red Bull's World champion Max Verstappen suffered his first retirement in two years.

What Did KP And Amit Shah Discuss?

What Did KP And Amit Shah Discuss?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

'Thank you for the most wonderful welcoming this morning, Mr @AmitShah. Fascinating conversation. Kind, caring and inspirational man! Thank you!', Kevin Pietersen posted along with pictures with Shah.

EPL PIX: Manchester City rally to beat Newcastle; Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Manchester City rally to beat Newcastle; Chelsea win

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne sparked a late comeback 3-2 victory for his side at Newcastle United.

'Probably the worst kind of bowling that I've seen for a long, long time'

'Probably the worst kind of bowling that I've seen for a long, long time'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'I actually think, with Hardik Pandya, everything away from the game is affecting him so much. He's smiling too much when he does the toss. He's trying to act like he is so happy. He is not happy. I have been there. I have been in the firing line. And I can tell you now, it affects you.'

Chess: Singapore's 8-year-old Indian-origin boy creates history!

Chess: Singapore's 8-year-old Indian-origin boy creates history!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

An eight-year-old Indian-origin boy defeated Polish chess grandmaster Jacek Stopa at the Burgdorfer Stadthaus Open in Switzerland.

5 Fastest World Cup Centuries

5 Fastest World Cup Centuries

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Glenn Maxwell scored a 40 ball century on Wednesday.

F1: Verstappen 'on another planet' with victory in China

F1: Verstappen 'on another planet' with victory in China

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Max Verstappen won Formula One's first Chinese Grand Prix in five years on Sunday.

Is Joe Biden Buying A Car?

Is Joe Biden Buying A Car?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

US President Joe Biden visited the Detroit Auto Show to highlight electric vehicle manufacturing in America.

Pollard 'sick and fed up' of people targetting Hardik

Pollard 'sick and fed up' of people targetting Hardik

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'He can bat, he can bowl, he can field. He has an X factor about him. I hope very well deep down within my heart that when he comes out on top, I'll sit back and I'll watch everyone sing his praises.'

Hardik Pandya Booed At Modi Stadium

Hardik Pandya Booed At Modi Stadium

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Vignettes from IPL 2024...

'Shubman Gill should incorporate what Ollie Pope did'

'Shubman Gill should incorporate what Ollie Pope did'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said that India batter Shubman Gill should incorporate what Ollie Pope did using his front foot to good effect.

Root's Bowling: Game-changer England almost overlooked

Root's Bowling: Game-changer England almost overlooked

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Handling of part-timer Joe Root that intrigued many after the second day's play on Friday.

PIX: Arsenal hang on to beat Spurs, maintain lead; City keep pressure

PIX: Arsenal hang on to beat Spurs, maintain lead; City keep pressure

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

PIX: Arsenal go top of Premier League with win over Wolves

PIX: Arsenal go top of Premier League with win over Wolves

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

My 100th Test cap is for my mother: Jonny Bairstow

My 100th Test cap is for my mother: Jonny Bairstow

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Set to achieve a major milestone of playing his 100th Test this week, England wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow dedicated the achievement to his cancer-survivor mother who has been his driving force and kept the family together through the difficult times.

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Let's delve into six remarkable underdog triumphs at the ICC World Cup

Still believe he's a dictator: Biden after meeting Xi

Still believe he's a dictator: Biden after meeting Xi

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

United States President Joe Biden has once again called his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a 'dictator', just hours after they met for the first time in more than a year and held candid and productive discussions to revive bilateral ties.

Biden slams Trump for remarks on Haley's husband

Biden slams Trump for remarks on Haley's husband

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

United States President Joe Biden has slammed his predecessor Donald Trump for dragging Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's husband into the swirl of personal attacks.

Kipyegon, Duplantis, Lyles get World Athletics honours

Kipyegon, Duplantis, Lyles get World Athletics honours

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

'Today is a beautiful closure of an amazing year for me,' Kenya's Kipyegon said acknowledging the prize.

IPL 2024: What's Going Wrong For RCB?

IPL 2024: What's Going Wrong For RCB?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Once again, RCB are looking on course to finish without a trophy after losing six out of their first seven games.

EPL: Foden's hat-trick secures win vs Brentford

EPL: Foden's hat-trick secures win vs Brentford

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Liverpool, beaten by Arsenal on Sunday, lead the table on 51 points from 23 games but City are up to 49 from 22 and Arsenal on 49 from 23.

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

'One of the greatest stories in world sport': Cricketing world hails Jaiswal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Prolific opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his maiden Test double hundred in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, becoming the third youngest Indian to achieve the feat in his nascent-but-remarkable career.

FA Cup: Liverpool down Arsenal with late goals

FA Cup: Liverpool down Arsenal with late goals

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

n own goal by Jakub Kiwior and a thumping late strike by Luis Diaz sealed a 2-0 victory for Liverpool at Arsenal

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

It was the first time Verstappen, winner of a record 19 of 22 races last year, has won the first two races of a season. He has also won 19 of the last 20.

Did Modi take a veiled dig at Rahul during address to Congress

Did Modi take a veiled dig at Rahul during address to Congress

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Modi told US lawmakers, "I can understand the debate of ideas and ideology. But I am delighted to see you come together today, to celebrate the bond between the world's two great democracies -- India and the United States.

Pink ball Test: West Indies script shock win over Australia

Pink ball Test: West Indies script shock win over Australia

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Shamar Joseph took 7 wickets to lead the Windies to a big win

'What kind of shot was he playing?'

'What kind of shot was he playing?'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

'If he wants to bat at No 3, especially on Indian tracks where spinners will cause trouble, he will have to rotate strike.'

PIX: Haaland strikes to lift City within a point of Liverpool

PIX: Haaland strikes to lift City within a point of Liverpool

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League match played between Manchester City and Brentford on Tuesday

2012 series against England was turning point for me: Ashwin

2012 series against England was turning point for me: Ashwin

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Senior India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Tuesday described the Test rubber against England in 2012 as the turning point of his illustrious career as the humbling series defeat at home helped him "correct" his flaws.

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

As is becoming the norm, De Bruyne was withdrawn by manager Pep Guardiola, as ever, looking disgruntled at the decision, as Holden pulled one back for the visitors before Haaland ensured City finished on a high.

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to the Nation newspaper, Kiptum was driving his Rwandan coach and a woman in a car near the Rift Valley village where he was born when the accident occurred.

Shooting Worlds: Amanpreet secures India's 5th gold

Shooting Worlds: Amanpreet secures India's 5th gold

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

The country has so far won five gold and four bronze medals, moving back up to second position on the medal tally behind China, who leads with 24 podium finishes, 13 of them being gold.