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EPL: Spurs escape relegation zone, Man United stun Liverpool

EPL: Spurs escape relegation zone, Man United stun Liverpool

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Manchester United secured a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Liverpool, clinching their return to the Champions League after a two-year absence, thanks to a late goal from Kobbie Mainoo.

EPL Preview: Title race on edge as Arsenal face must-win test at Man City

EPL Preview: Title race on edge as Arsenal face must-win test at Man City

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Manchester City and Arsenal face off in a crucial Premier League clash, with the title race hanging in the balance as City look to seize momentum.

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday, extending their lead in the title race.

Man United beat Chelsea, Wolves on brink of relegation

Man United beat Chelsea, Wolves on brink of relegation

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Matheus Cunha struck just before half-time to earn Manchester United a 1-0 victory at luckless Chelsea on Saturday, taking them a big step closer to Champions League football next season.

South Asian Cricket's Impact In Britain Showcased At Lord's

South Asian Cricket's Impact In Britain Showcased At Lord's

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A new exhibition highlighting the significant impact of the South Asian community on cricket in Britain has opened at the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Museum at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom is considering a move to professional boxing after age restrictions ended her amateur career. She remains committed to grassroots development and praises government initiatives to promote sports and fitness.

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Arsenal's title hopes suffer a blow with a home defeat to Bournemouth, while Liverpool strengthens their Champions League aspirations with a win over Fulham. Brentford and Everton draw in a battle of top-five contenders.

EPL: Liverpool close in on Champions League but Mo Salah limps off injured

EPL: Liverpool close in on Champions League but Mo Salah limps off injured

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Liverpool edged closer to Champions League qualification with a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Anfield on Saturday, but the result came with a sour note as Mohamed Salah went off with a suspected hamstring injury.

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Manchester City scored three goals in 17 second-half minutes and move within six points of league leaders Arsenal.

Arsenal edge past Sporting to reach Champions League semis

Arsenal edge past Sporting to reach Champions League semis

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Arsenal edged past Sporting to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the second successive season with a 0-0 home draw earning them a 1-0 aggregate victory.

Candidates Chess: R Vaishali outplays Goryachkina to extend lead; Praggnanandhaa struggles

Candidates Chess: R Vaishali outplays Goryachkina to extend lead; Praggnanandhaa struggles

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali defeated Aleksandra Goryachkina in the 11th round of the Women's Candidates tournament, boosting her chances significantly.

Ayush Shetty's Silver Medal Sparks Hope For LA 2028 Olympics

Ayush Shetty's Silver Medal Sparks Hope For LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Ayush Shetty's silver medal at the Asia Championships has positioned him as a potential men's singles contender for India, boosting the nation's badminton prospects as they prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.

R Vaishali Dominates, Extends Lead in Women's Candidates Tournament

R Vaishali Dominates, Extends Lead in Women's Candidates Tournament

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali defeated Aleksandra Goryachkina in the 11th round of the Women's Candidates tournament, extending her lead in the competition. Her brother, R Praggnanandhaa, struggled in the open section.

IPL 2026: Kohli laughs off 'five overseas players' joke as RCB start strong

IPL 2026: Kohli laughs off 'five overseas players' joke as RCB start strong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Batting stalwart Virat Kohli has laughed off jokes about his IPL side Royal Challengers Bengaluru fielding five overseas players in the ongoing IPL season.

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

'Kejriwal Needs To Learn From Modi'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

'The entire party is centred around one man and that is Arvind Kejriwal.' 'Till the time you are in Kejriwal's good books you are powerful. The day you are not with him, you are no one in the party.'

Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan Tops England's Female Chess Rankings

Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan Tops England's Female Chess Rankings

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, has become England's top-rated female player, surpassing established champions and breaking into the world's top 100.

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Arsenal resume their Premier League title push with a nine-point lead after a morale-boosting win in Europe, but a resurgent Manchester City and an intense race for Champions League spots ensure a thrilling run-in.

Coach Fulton Confirms Unified Indian Hockey Team for Major Tournaments

Coach Fulton Confirms Unified Indian Hockey Team for Major Tournaments

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian men's hockey chief coach Craig Fulton has confirmed that a single team will represent India in both the FIH World Cup and the Asian Games, dismissing speculation of separate squads.

Vimal Kumar Appeals to BWF to Preserve Current Badminton Scoring System

Vimal Kumar Appeals to BWF to Preserve Current Badminton Scoring System

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Former India coach Vimal Kumar urges the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to maintain the current 21-point scoring system, arguing it represents the true essence of badminton. He highlights the sport's global appeal and the disruption caused by frequent changes.

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

West Ham United secured a crucial 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in a Premier League match, moving them out of the relegation zone. Konstantinos Mavropanos and Valentin Castellanos each scored twice in the dominant performance.

Vimal Kumar Appeals to BWF to Preserve Current Badminton Scoring System

Vimal Kumar Appeals to BWF to Preserve Current Badminton Scoring System

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Former India coach Vimal Kumar urges the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to maintain the current 21-point scoring system, arguing it represents the true essence of badminton. He also highlights the collaborative coaching approach behind Ayush Shetty's recent success.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Arsenal moved nine points clear in the Premier League after beating Everton 2-0 as 16-year-old Max Dowman became the youngest scorer in league history, while Manchester City dropped points at West Ham.

Iga Swiatek, coach Fissette part ways after 17-month stint

Iga Swiatek, coach Fissette part ways after 17-month stint

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

World No. 3 Iga Swiatek has ended her coaching partnership with Wim Fissette, she said on Monday, following a disappointing start to the season that culminated in a shock early exit at the Miami Open.

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Southampton upset Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Manchester City and Chelsea secured comfortable victories to advance to the semi-finals.

West Ham seal spot in FA Cup quarters

West Ham seal spot in FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

West Ham edged Brentford in shootout after Dango Ouattara to attempt a chipped "Panenka" penalty cost his side in their FA Cup fifth round tie on Monday.

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A look at the careers of Indian sportspersons who have transitioned into politics, highlighting their successes, failures, and party affiliations.

English Premier League: Sunderland stun Newcastle; Forest rout Spurs

English Premier League: Sunderland stun Newcastle; Forest rout Spurs

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Sunderland defeated Newcastle United 2-1 with a late goal from Brian Brobbey, while Nottingham Forest secured a 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League action.

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Gujarat government has announced a significant investment in sports infrastructure, with the goal of transforming the state into a sports hub and positioning Ahmedabad as a potential host city for the 2036 Olympic Games.

Spain vs Argentina 'Finalissima' match in Qatar cancelled amid West Asia conflict

Spain vs Argentina 'Finalissima' match in Qatar cancelled amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The 'Finalissima' match between Spain and Argentina that was scheduled to be held in Qatar has been cancelled due to the conflict in the Middle East while the South American side rejected multiple alternatives, UEFA said on Sunday.

Chhattisgarh Focuses on Bastar Development After Naxalism 'Elimination'

Chhattisgarh Focuses on Bastar Development After Naxalism 'Elimination'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The Chhattisgarh government is shifting its focus to the development of the Bastar region after claiming the elimination of armed Naxalism. The plan includes preserving tribal culture, creating economic opportunities for youth, and strengthening the economy through forest produce and women-led self-help groups.

IPL 2026 kickoff: Vintage Kohli, young Sooryavanshi headline mega show

IPL 2026 kickoff: Vintage Kohli, young Sooryavanshi headline mega show

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League gets underway in Bengaluru on Saturday, a touch lighter on overseas firepower but buoyed by a confirmation of its robust financial health this week.

Chinese lifter banned for London Games

Chinese lifter banned for London Games

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

Chinese Olympic weightlifting champion Liao Hui has been suspended for doping, ruling him out of next year's London Games, state news agency Xinhua reported on Friday.

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

West Indies legend Viv Richards praises India's dominance in white ball cricket and discusses his role as an envoy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

Oval Invincibles renamed MI London after Reliance-Surrey deal

Oval Invincibles renamed MI London after Reliance-Surrey deal

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Indian multinational conglomerate Reliance Industries and Surrey County Cricket Club on Wednesday announced their partnership in The Hundred and expectedly renamed the franchise MI London.

Atletico punished for 'racist' fans during Arsenal game

Atletico punished for 'racist' fans during Arsenal game

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Atletico return to Champions League action at Dutch side PSV Eindhoven on December 10

Barcelona, Liverpool, waltz into Champions League quarters

Barcelona, Liverpool, waltz into Champions League quarters

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

FC Barcelona hammered Newcastle United F.C. 7-2 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, while Liverpool F.C., Bayern Munich and Atltico Madrid also advanced.

EPL: Arsenal earn crucial win over Chelsea; Man United jump to 3rd spot

EPL: Arsenal earn crucial win over Chelsea; Man United jump to 3rd spot

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Arsenal maintained control of the Premier League title race as they chiselled out a nervy 2-1 win over London rivals Chelsea to open up a five-point lead at the top of the table on Sunday.

ISL Clubs Request More Time to Evaluate AIFF Commercial Rights Bidders

ISL Clubs Request More Time to Evaluate AIFF Commercial Rights Bidders

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Indian Super League clubs are urging the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to postpone any binding decisions regarding the new long-term commercial rights holder, citing insufficient opportunity to properly assess the bidders.

Injured Kluft out of London Games

Injured Kluft out of London Games

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

Former Olympic heptathlon champion Carolina Kluft will miss the London Games after suffering a hamstring injury on Sunday, her coach said.