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'As valuable as Kohinoor': Legends rave about Bumrah

'As valuable as Kohinoor': Legends rave about Bumrah

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Dinesh Karthik didn't hold back in his admiration, calling Bumrah 'as valuable as the Kohinoor diamond' and underlining his dominance across all formats.

'Lives more important than...' Kapil reacts to stampede

'Lives more important than...' Kapil reacts to stampede

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The legendary Kapil Dev on Thursday expressed his anguish at the death of 11 fans during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations, saying "lives are more important than celebration" and advised everyone to take proper precautions in future.

Chopra finishes 2nd at Poland meet

Chopra finishes 2nd at Poland meet

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Julian Weber finished atop the pile with a throw of 86.12m.

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

As the nation celebrates its 76th Republic Day, India's sports fraternity took to social media to share their patriotic sentiments and wishes with fans across the country on Sunday.

Indian players don black armbands, pay silent tributes

Indian players don black armbands, pay silent tributes

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Indian players mourn Ahmedabad airplane crash victims before intra-squad match

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Absolutely gutted,' he posted on Instagram.

Ambani says Jio was biggest risk of his life

Ambani says Jio was biggest risk of his life

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani described his 2016 return to the telecom industry with Reliance Jio as the "biggest risk" of his life, saying that even if analysts' predictions of financial failure had come true, it would still have been worth it for the role it played in transforming India digitally.

'India-Australia Champions Trophy final,' says this Aussie legend

'India-Australia Champions Trophy final,' says this Aussie legend

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The legendary Ricky Ponting says the quality of players and recent history make India and Australia the favourites to figure in the summit clash of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Neeraj seeks Federer's fluidity, Tendulkar's superpower

Neeraj seeks Federer's fluidity, Tendulkar's superpower

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'I try to stay calm on the day of my event. I don't think too much about it. I just focus on giving my 100%. I try to stay relaxed, eat good food, and rest well.'

Gukesh hails Anand, India's chess boom

Gukesh hails Anand, India's chess boom

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Reigning world chess champion D Gukesh has stated that he is open to competing in all formats of chess, including the newly popular freestyle format, but believes that classical chess, with its rich history, will always hold the greatest significance. Despite concerns of a potential split in the sport between supporters of freestyle and classical chess, Gukesh sees no reason for division, highlighting the excitement of freestyle while acknowledging the importance of the traditional format's legacy.

'Dhoni has got hands faster than a pickpocket'

'Dhoni has got hands faster than a pickpocket'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'His glove work defied convention. Dhoni's technique behind the stumps was unorthodox, yet extraordinarily effective.'

Deepika's Gift For Pappa's 70th Birthday

Deepika's Gift For Pappa's 70th Birthday

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

On her badminton legend father Prakash Padukone's milestone 70th birthday, Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone unveiled an ambitious expansion of the Padukone School of Badminton.

'Kohli's absence a bigger blow than Rohit's'

'Kohli's absence a bigger blow than Rohit's'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

India will miss Virat Kohli more than Rohit Sharma in the marquee Test series against England and the duo's recent retirement from the format will "hurt" the transitioning team's chances in the rubber starting on Friday, reckons the legendary Geoffrey Boycott.

Beginning Of The End For Trump?

Beginning Of The End For Trump?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Unless Donald Trump takes a major U turn, this is possibly the beginning of the end for Trumpian politics, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd). Unless President Trump takes a major U turn, this is possibly the 'beginning of the end' for Trumpian politics driven by TV trp's, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Kerala ex-CM, veteran CPM leader Achuthanandan dies at 101

Kerala ex-CM, veteran CPM leader Achuthanandan dies at 101

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Former Kerala Chief Minister and veteran CPI(M) leader V S Achuthanandan, a key figure in Kerala's political history, died on Monday at the age of 101. He was a founding member of the CPI(M) and served as Chief Minister from 2006 to 2011.

'Kohli Is My Favourite Cricketer': DGMO

'Kohli Is My Favourite Cricketer': DGMO

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket, after a 14-year career.

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

'Only a fool would put his life savings into a restaurant at 59... but I did'

Dhoni Inducted Into ICC Hall Of Fame

Dhoni Inducted Into ICC Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

"With 17,266 international runs, 829 dismissals and 538 matches across formats for India, Dhoni's numbers reflect not just excellence but extraordinary consistency, fitness and longevity," it said.

Let's not panic: Manjkrekar on Ro-Ko retirement

Let's not panic: Manjkrekar on Ro-Ko retirement

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Manjrekar however, did flag India's overseas batting fragility.

Sehwag, Gambhir, Raina Hail 'Operation Sindoor'

Sehwag, Gambhir, Raina Hail 'Operation Sindoor'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Indian cricketers - both past and present - have voiced strong support for the armed forces following a daring cross-border strike

What Led Dhankhar To QUIT

What Led Dhankhar To QUIT

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The BJP had no option but to get Jagdeep Dhankhar out of its way for the sake of the Modi government's stability, reveals Sheela Bhatt, the legendary political journalist.

ISRO Will Spend 550 Cr On Shukla's ISS Trip

ISRO Will Spend 550 Cr On Shukla's ISS Trip

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

If Rakesh Sharma represented the dreams of a nascent India looking outward, Shubhanshu Shukla embodies a confident India reaching for the controls.

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Cricket back in Olympics after 100 years because of India: Former UK PM Sunak

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

42 years of World Cup triumph: A Day that made Indian cricket what it is

Chopra breaches 90m but Weber snatches victory

Chopra breaches 90m but Weber snatches victory

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra delivered a landmark performance at the Doha Diamond League, becoming the first Indian ever to breach the 90-metre barrier in men's javelin throw.

Unique And Deceptive, Bumrah Will Have England Hopping

Unique And Deceptive, Bumrah Will Have England Hopping

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'I think it have seen the side-ons (bowlers) but he delivers the ball from about a foot or even a bit more closer to the batsman than the average bowler so the ball feels quicker even than the pace he is actually bowling at.'

India has more match-winners than Pakistan: Afridi

India has more match-winners than Pakistan: Afridi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'The India-Pakistan clash is not about match-winners alone; it's about playing in the moment, adapting to the situation, and not letting expectations overwhelm you.'

Intense Training Session For Team India

Intense Training Session For Team India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

With an aggressive mindset and intense training sessions, India looks set to make a powerful statement when they step onto the field, observes K R Nayar, the veteran cricket writer, from Dubai.

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

'Shut out the noise...' Sachin's advice to Gill

'Shut out the noise...' Sachin's advice to Gill

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Shubman should focus on his decisions and not how outside world perceives him: Tendulkar

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You're paying Rs 42 lakh for one game. Why not link it to qualification? It just shows how clueless the management is.'

Predictable Jadeja: Master at Home, Middling Abroad?

Predictable Jadeja: Master at Home, Middling Abroad?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Technique and natural pace may me Jadeja's undoing in England

'Didn't see it coming': Kumble shocked by Kohli, Rohit's exit

'Didn't see it coming': Kumble shocked by Kohli, Rohit's exit

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, bringing the curtains down on an illustrious red-ball career in which he played 123 matches, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries.

Op Sindoor biggest, most successful anti-terror mission': Modi

Op Sindoor biggest, most successful anti-terror mission': Modi

Rediff.com31 May 2025

"In Pahalgam, terrorists not only shed the blood of Indians, but also attacked our culture. They tried to divide our society and the biggest thing is that the terrorists have challenged the women power of India," Modi said.

Diljit Dosanjh Gives Met Gala A Taste Of Punjab

Diljit Dosanjh Gives Met Gala A Taste Of Punjab

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Diljit Dosanjh walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, blending Punjabi royalty with a modern vision, on May 5.

Manoj Kumar Passes Away At 87

Manoj Kumar Passes Away At 87

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The actor, affectionately known as 'Bharat Kumar' for his portrayal of patriotic roles in numerous films, breathed his last at 4:03 am at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

As India get set to take on England in a five-match Test series, starting in Leeds on June 20, a look at the upcoming milestone for their top players.

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Vietnam was wonderful and the people warm and hospitable, Radhika Mittal discovered over a 11-day stay.

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Neeraj Chopra to compete in event in Poland on May 23

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday named a stand each after the incumbent India Test captain Rohit Sharma, former skipper Ajit Wadekar and ex-BCCI president Sharad Pawar here at the Wankhede Stadium.