News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.
News of all that's transpired on and off the football field
In all likelihood, vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane would get another chance but over the past two years, his inconsistency has hurt this team badly.
India's 15-member squad for the ICC World Cup will be selected on April 15 in Mumbai.
Ahead of Wednesday's crucial Carling Cup semi-final against Manchester City, Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson is expected to shake up the side.
England forward Alan Smith joined Newcastle United from Premier League champions Manchester United on Friday in a five-year deal.
Bookies have placed Premier League leaders Chelsea as the new clear favourites with 3-1 odds to retain the FA Cup following Sunday's fourth-round draw.
England are to play three home Tests against Sri Lanka next year and four against Pakistan.
Sri Lanka wicketkeeper Kusal Perera has had all anti-doping charges brought against him dropped by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after the Qatar-based laboratory that conducted the test withdrew its initial finding.
International Cricket Council's chief executive David Richardson said security will remain an 'absolute priority' going into the World Cup.
Even with an ongoing pandemic, theatres in many states functioning at 50 per cent occupancy, a quieter social life and fewer movies, Bollywood still managed to pack in plenty of drama and trauma, fun and festivity, love and war into the year.
News of all that's transpired on and off the football field
Although he carried on too long and made high-profile errors, the overriding impression of David Seaman will still be one of reliability.
Michael Jackson, Roy Keane, Mike Tyson... The world's greatest darts player tells about the travails of being a superstar.
City are 18 points clear of second-placed Liverpool after beating Chelsea 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday and need just four wins from their final nine games to be sure of the title.
Chief executive emerges as rival to wealthy Bahraini in race to save Leeds United.
A fashion student, this 26-year-old founded an organisation to support survivors of acid attacks.
Real Kashmir FC proudly represents a region whose scars are getting a chance to be healed by the beautiful game.
Jasprit Bumrah was keen to share the plaudits with the rest of the attack, even though he was the undoubted star of the bowling show during India's seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka.
The Manchester United defender was hurt in a challenge with Leeds striker Alan Smith at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Former South Africa opener Alviro Petersen has rejected a Cricket South Africa (CSA) charge that he fixed matches in the national Twenty20 franchise championship last season. Petersen's lawyer Robin Twaddle confirmed the news and said that his client rejects a plea bargain as he regards the charges as heavy-handed, and would instead welcome a tribunal.
'Our defence system starts with our first four and that's why we have a solid defence. People look to Brazil and always try to find players who score or dribble but we have many other qualities. With our goalkeeper and defenders, we have a solid defence' 'It's pretty exciting for us and we are looking to do something great here'
Despite all the hype, however, the match will do well to live up to some of the Manchester derby tussles down the years. Here are five of the most memorable:
Holders Arsenal's long unbeaten run in the FA Cup continued but they were frustrated by stubborn Championship leaders Hull City on Saturday, drawing 0-0 in a dreary fifth-round tie at the Emirates Stadium.
Chelsea reached the League Cup quarter-finals thanks to two own goals in a 3-2 win over second-tier Derby County on Wednesday as Frank Lampard's return to his former club ended in disappointment.
'Soul might not win trophies. But, unlike trophies, soul actually matters,' says Shougat Dasgupta.
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday
West Indies captain believes his team can take on India
India are a flexible side with enough ammunition in their arsenal going into the World Cup, says head coach Ravi Shastri, making it clear that combinations would depend on conditions.
As the curtains fall on another year, Rediff.com brings you all the action from the sports field that defined 2019.
Uruguay will head to the World Cup on a winning note after beating Uzbekistan 3-0 in a chilly warmup in front of their own fans on Thursday.
Rajneesh Gupta highlights important numbers featuring the South African team from the World Cups.
'I thought we need someone to sit in front of the defence who is cool and can be a third defender, but who can also play on the ball. I am very proud of him.'
In a letter sent to Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reforms, 54 lawmakers wrote, "We cannot ignore the multitude of women who have come forward with accusations against Mr Trump. With that said, the President should be allowed to present evidence in his own defence."
The survey, conducted by the Times Higher Education (THE), ranks universities according to 21 parameters that enhance student experience.
A round-up of Wednesday's night's UEFA Chmpions League matches.
The US president's four-day tour will feature talks with British PM Theresa May, tea with the Queen, and mass protests including a giant Trump baby blimp being flown over Westminster.
As per the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), Oxford overtakes Cambridge as Britain's best research university.
The first good view of the aftermath of Nepal's deadly earthquake from a satellite showed that a broad swath of ground near Kathmandu lifted vertically
