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Feyenoord fans' fireworks injure Cambuur supporters, prompt investigation

Feyenoord fans' fireworks injure Cambuur supporters, prompt investigation

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Five SC Cambuur fans suffered burns, hearing damage, and eye injuries after visiting Feyenoord supporters threw fireworks during a Dutch league match, leading to a halted game and a promised investigation.

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Rediff.com4 days ago

Michael Carrick aims to build on Manchester United's revival, balancing renewed confidence, squad reinforcements and Champions League demands while pushing the club toward sustained success among England's Premier League elite.

Sarvesh Kushare gears up to make historic Diamond League debut

Sarvesh Kushare gears up to make historic Diamond League debut

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare, fresh from setting a new national record of 2.31m, is set to make his debut at the prestigious Diamond League in Monaco. He will compete against top international athletes, including Olympic gold medallist Mutaz Essa Barshim, and is currently ranked joint second globally based on his season's best.

Will Enzo Fernandez Stay At Chelsea? Here's What Xabi Alonso Said

Will Enzo Fernandez Stay At Chelsea? Here's What Xabi Alonso Said

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso addressed speculation surrounding midfielder Enzo Fernandez's future ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham.

Manchester United Sign Carlos Baleba From Brighton

Manchester United Sign Carlos Baleba From Brighton

Rediff.com3 days ago

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba for an initial 65 million, with potential add-ons.

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cricket icons Rahul Dravid and Steve Waugh, along with Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, were spotted at the India-Netherlands FIH Hockey World Cup match in Amstelveen. Their presence is linked to the upcoming European T20 Premier League, co-founded by Bachchan, which aims to boost cricket in Europe.

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cricket icons Rahul Dravid and Steve Waugh, along with Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, were spotted at the India-Netherlands FIH Hockey World Cup match in Amstelveen. Their presence is linked to the upcoming European T20 Premier League, co-founded by Bachchan, which aims to boost cricket in Europe.

Rising Star Arjun Prasad Boosts IGPL Roster

Rising Star Arjun Prasad Boosts IGPL Roster

Rediff.com2 days ago

Promising Indian golfer Arjun Prasad has officially joined the AM Green Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) ahead of its second half of the season, set to begin in late September. Prasad, 27, brings a strong performance record, including a recent professional title win and multiple top-10 finishes, making him a significant addition to the league's roster alongside other notable players.

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chelsea is undergoing a significant close-season transformation under new manager Xabi Alonso, with major signings like Morgan Rogers.

Indian co-owner of Lanka Premier League franchise arrested in player bribery case

Indian co-owner of Lanka Premier League franchise arrested in player bribery case

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A former Indian under-19 cricketer, who is a co-owner of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise Jaffna Kings, was arrested by Sri Lanka's sports anti-corruption investigators on Friday over allegations of attempting to bribe a player.

'With Every Competition, I Feel That I'm Coming Back': Neeraj Chopra

'With Every Competition, I Feel That I'm Coming Back': Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra achieved his season's best throw of 88.05m at the Lausanne Diamond League, securing second place, narrowly beaten by Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage who threw 88.14m.

Haaland Stuns with Bold New Buzz Cut

Haaland Stuns with Bold New Buzz Cut

Rediff.com1 days ago

Erling Haaland stunned fans by replacing his trademark flowing blonde locks with a buzz cut, sparking playful reactions from Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Pep Guardiola before Manchester City's opener.

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Rediff.com4 days ago

Manchester City enter a challenging post-Guardiola era, with Enzo Maresca tasked with preserving their dominance, managing squad changes and meeting immense expectations in a fiercely competitive Premier League.

Arsenal sign defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa

Arsenal sign defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa

Rediff.com3 days ago

Arsenal have officially signed England international Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa on a long-term contract for a reported 55 million, significantly boosting their defensive options ahead of their Premier League title defence.

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Rediff.com3 days ago

The second season of the Archery Premier League (APL) will commence in Hyderabad on October 8, featuring 12 international archers, including Olympic bronze medallist Casey Kaufhold and other Olympic medallists like Mete Gazoz and Alejandra Valencia. The 11-day tournament aims to establish India as a key destination on the global archery calendar.

Riyan Parag reveals his admiration for Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo

Riyan Parag reveals his admiration for Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian cricketer Riyan Parag discusses his lifelong passion for football, particularly his admiration for Manchester United and Cristiano Ronaldo. He also speculates on which footballers could play cricket and which cricketers could play football.

Tottenham Agree 75m Pound Deal to Sign Man City Winger Savinho

Tottenham Agree 75m Pound Deal to Sign Man City Winger Savinho

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly agreed a 75 million deal, with an additional 10 million in add-ons, to sign Manchester City winger Savinho. This move follows a previous unsuccessful attempt by Spurs to acquire the Brazil international and comes as they also pursue City's Egypt forward Omar Marmoush.

Nine years away, Hull City return to EPL with a bang by stunning Manchester United

Nine years away, Hull City return to EPL with a bang by stunning Manchester United

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hull City marked their Premier League return after nine years with a deserved 2-0 victory over Manchester United, exposing flaws in Michael Carrick's promising side.

Why UP Cricketers Are Demanding Three Ranji Teams

Why UP Cricketers Are Demanding Three Ranji Teams

Rediff.com17 hours ago

"Gen Z" cricketers and their parents in Uttar Pradesh have protested at Ekana Stadium, demanding the formation of three Ranji Trophy teams to ensure equitable opportunities across the state. They cite the state's large population and alleged sidelining of players from certain regions in current leagues.

Bangladesh pulls plug on BPL as corruption allegations, losses mount

Bangladesh pulls plug on BPL as corruption allegations, losses mount

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bangladesh has shelved the BPL for a season amid corruption allegations, financial losses and organisational turmoil, with the cricket board promising a carefully rebuilt tournament.

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ricky Ponting and Ashish Nehra are reportedly the highest-earning coaches in the Indian Premier League, each commanding approximately Rs 9.5 crore per season for their roles with Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, respectively.

Barcelona seals 65.4m pounds Rodri deal from Manchester City

Barcelona seals 65.4m pounds Rodri deal from Manchester City

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Manchester City has reportedly accepted a 65.4 million bid from Barcelona for their World Cup-winning Spain midfielder Rodri, who has agreed a four-year deal with the Spanish champions.

Can HIL do for hockey what IPL did for cricket?

Can HIL do for hockey what IPL did for cricket?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Australian hockey legend Jamie Dwyer believes the Indian team possesses the talent and infrastructure to become a dominant force in world hockey but stresses that 'they need to maintain consistency as a team' to realise their true potential.

Pakistan Hockey Federation To Revamp Structure After FIH Pro League Debacle

Pakistan Hockey Federation To Revamp Structure After FIH Pro League Debacle

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is undertaking a significant restructuring of its national hockey programme following a dismal performance in the FIH Pro League, where the team failed to win any matches, including two losses to India. The PHF plans to hire foreign coaches and trainers from countries like Australia, Netherlands, or Germany to develop players at all levels and modernise the sport in Pakistan.

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

Former Mumbai U-19 cricketer Anaya Bangar can play elite women's cricket in Australia from March 2027, subject to Cricket Australia's eligibility criteria.

EPL: Manchester City dig deep as Gvardiol delivers stoppage-time winner vs Bournemouth

EPL: Manchester City dig deep as Gvardiol delivers stoppage-time winner vs Bournemouth

Rediff.com1 days ago

Manchester City began the post-Pep Guardiola era with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Bournemouth, sealed by Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time VAR-approved winner.

India's World Cup failure exposes hockey's selection and transition problem

India's World Cup failure exposes hockey's selection and transition problem

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Indian men's hockey team's failure to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup has highlighted significant issues, including a lack of intent in player transition and questionable selection decisions, according to former players and experts.

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Karn Sharma bids emotional farewell, ends career with four IPL titles, 591 wickets

Rediff.com1 days ago

Karn Sharma announced his retirement from competitive cricket at 38, ending a nearly two-decade career highlighted by India appearances, 591 wickets and four IPL titles.

How India's Youth Volleyball Ecosystem Is Building Olympic Aspirations

How India's Youth Volleyball Ecosystem Is Building Olympic Aspirations

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

India's burgeoning franchise volleyball ecosystem, particularly with dedicated Under-21 tournaments like the Guardians Trophy, is creating a structured pathway for young players. This initiative aims to develop talent from the grassroots to professional levels, fostering cultural adaptation and skill enhancement, with the ultimate goal of strengthening the senior national team and achieving Olympic qualification.

Barcelona win Rodri race: Ballon d'Or winner arrives from Manchester City in $88.56m deal

Barcelona win Rodri race: Ballon d'Or winner arrives from Manchester City in $88.56m deal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Barcelona have signed midfielder Rodri from Manchester City on a deal until June 2030, the LaLiga champions announced on Tuesday, ending the Spaniard's glittering, trophy-laden spell with the Premier League club in a major coup for the Catalan side.

Rishabh Pant, Harshit Rana headline Delhi Premier League Season 3

Rishabh Pant, Harshit Rana headline Delhi Premier League Season 3

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The third season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) has been announced, scheduled from July 31 to August 30, with the player auction on July 1. The league will feature prominent male and female cricketers, including India internationals, and aims to highlight Delhi's cricketing talent.

How Zeeshan Ansari rebuilt his career after IPL stint

How Zeeshan Ansari rebuilt his career after IPL stint

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Indian cricketer Zeeshan Ansari attributes his red-ball cricket resurgence to the invaluable lessons learned from spin legends Muttiah Muralitharan and Daniel Vettori during his stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Delhi Premier League T20 Auction Set To Feature Top Cricketers

Delhi Premier League T20 Auction Set To Feature Top Cricketers

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The third Delhi Premier League T20 auction will see 600 players, including prominent Indian cricketers Rishabh Pant and Pratika Rawal, go under the hammer. Eight men's and four women's franchises will participate, with specific purse allocations for bidding. Players are categorised based on their experience, with varying base prices for each category.

India Edge England In Hockey Pro League Penalty Shoot-Out

India Edge England In Hockey Pro League Penalty Shoot-Out

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

India secured a hard-fought 3-2 penalty shoot-out victory against England in the return leg of the Hockey Pro League after a goalless draw. Key contributions from goalkeepers Mohith Shashikumar and Sanjay Karkera, along with successful shoot-out conversions by Abhishek, Shilanand Lakra, and Hardik Singh, ensured India avenged their previous defeat and earned a crucial bonus point.

BCCI Fines Tamil Nadu Batter Rs 1 Lakh For Mobile Phone Use

BCCI Fines Tamil Nadu Batter Rs 1 Lakh For Mobile Phone Use

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

A young Tamil Nadu batter has been fined Rs 1 lakh by the BCCI's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) for violating the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) protocol during a Tamil Nadu Premier League game by using his mobile phone. The player, a left-hander who scored two fifties in last year's Ranji Trophy, was texting his girlfriend during the match.

'70 per cent watch club games': Is bilateral cricket in danger?

'70 per cent watch club games': Is bilateral cricket in danger?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes the exploding popularity of T20 leagues, particularly the IPL, poses a significant threat to the future of bilateral international cricket, stating that '70 per cent (people are watching club cricket instead of international cricket)'.

FIH Hockey World Cup: 'Past performances don't matter in India vs Pakistan match'

FIH Hockey World Cup: 'Past performances don't matter in India vs Pakistan match'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Pakistan hockey captain Abu Bakar Mahmood expressed confidence in his team's ability to defeat arch-rivals India at the upcoming FIH World Cup, stating that "rankings don't matter" in such high-stakes encounters and performance on the day is key.

Maguire: Rashford a 'Huge Threat,' Hopes He Stays at Man Utd

Maguire: Rashford a 'Huge Threat,' Hopes He Stays at Man Utd

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has expressed his hope that Marcus Rashford will remain at the club, calling the forward a 'huge threat' and a significant asset who can improve the team.

Magnus Carlsen Returns, Divya Deshmukh Set For Global Chess League Debut

Magnus Carlsen Returns, Divya Deshmukh Set For Global Chess League Debut

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The fourth season of the Global Chess League will feature Norwegian grandmaster Magnus Carlsen's return and Indian FIDE Women's World Cup champion Divya Deshmukh's debut.

Tata Steel Sells Jamshedpur Football Club To Churchill Brothers For Rs 100

Tata Steel Sells Jamshedpur Football Club To Churchill Brothers For Rs 100

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Tata Steel has announced the sale of its entire 100% equity stake in Jamshedpur Football to Churchill Brothers for Rs 100.