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PIX: A Dream Night at Wankhede as Messi Comes Calling

PIX: A Dream Night at Wankhede as Messi Comes Calling

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

For long stretches, the atmosphere felt less Mumbai and more Camp Nou. Chants of 'Barca... Barca' and 'Suarez... Suarez' echoed through the stands as Messi interacted with youngsters, celebrities and former India football captain Sunil Chhetri.

Kohli's special souvenir for wicket hero Jayswal

Kohli's special souvenir for wicket hero Jayswal

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Gujarat's left-arm spinner Vishal Jayswal received a signed match ball from batting great Virat Kohli after taking his wicket during a thrilling Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Bengaluru on Friday.

AR Rahman Blames 'Communal Thing' For Lesser Work

AR Rahman Blames 'Communal Thing' For Lesser Work

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

A R Rahman feels a power shift may have happened in the past eight years, as 'people who are not creative have the power now to decide things.'

Rahman On Communal Remark: 'Never Wished To Cause Pain'

Rahman On Communal Remark: 'Never Wished To Cause Pain'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

A R Rahman: 'I feel blessed to be Indian, which enables me to create a space which always allows freedom of expression and celebrates multicultural voices.'

'Felt I had gone back 8-9 years...' Kuldeep hails Kohli

'Felt I had gone back 8-9 years...' Kuldeep hails Kohli

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

India's players lauded batting maestro Virat Kohli after his scintillating century guided India to a 17-run win over South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi on Sunday.

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Rajeev Shukla recalled his conversations with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, revealing that the 'Master Blaster' had expressed confidence that a young Virat Kohli could one day break his major batting records.

Hyderabad, are you ready for Messi?

Hyderabad, are you ready for Messi?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Messi confirms Hyderabad stop on GOAT Tour

Maestro A R Rahman's sound tips for Mahindra EVs

Maestro A R Rahman's sound tips for Mahindra EVs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

As auto major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) became the number two player in the retail passenger vehicle segment for the first time in February, powered by its new launches, the company is setting its sights on technology upgrades.

Modi Connects With Maestro Ilaiyaraaja

Modi Connects With Maestro Ilaiyaraaja

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 took to his X account to share pictures on his meeting with music composer Ilaiyaraaja and praised him for his much-celebrated Symphony performance in London recently.

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Will Ashes Humiliation Force England To Rethink Test Strategy?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

It was a wild ride while it lasted but the 'Bazball' revolution that enlivened English cricket for three years collapsed in 11 days on Australian soil in an Ashes defeat as harrowing as any in the modern era.

Rohit Sharma shows why he's still a mighty big crowd puller!

Rohit Sharma shows why he's still a mighty big crowd puller!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The day was all about a hero and his fans, and by the time they left the stadium, 18 fours and nine sixes from the former India skipper had more than satiated their appetite.

'Looking To Get Better Every Day': What Drives Kohli

'Looking To Get Better Every Day': What Drives Kohli

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli said staying in control of his emotions and thoughts despite the game's ups and downs has been central to his journey.

Kohli's love affair with South Africa continues!

Kohli's love affair with South Africa continues!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat's streak of happiness: Indian batting legend continues scorching run against SA, achieves 11th instance of a remarkable feat

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

'You Will Notice Two Virat Kohlis...'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'One who was aggressive in the Powerplay, and the other after the Powerplay when wickets were falling he turned into an adamant batter, who batted sensibly and was not ready to give away his wicket.'

Music In 2 Minutes: The Laxmikant-Pyarelal Story

Music In 2 Minutes: The Laxmikant-Pyarelal Story

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Music director duos are a unique Bollywood feature, and many have become iconic. In this special series, Dinesh Raheja explores prominent music duos, and their dynamics.

What's Behind Kohli's Century Celebrations?

What's Behind Kohli's Century Celebrations?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'He must be telling you that you doubted me? Now I have shown what I can do. I have got it in me.' There is a lot more to Virat Kohli's animated celebrations in Ranchi and Raipur than meets the eye, believes Ravichandran Ashwin.

'Rohit Is A Certainty For 2027 World Cup'

'Rohit Is A Certainty For 2027 World Cup'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'Don't bring up this whole age issue that he is touching 40.' 'He's fit, batting well and catching brilliantly at slips.' 'What else do you need?'

Rahman Goes AI!

Rahman Goes AI!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The maestro is all set to launch Secret Mountain, an AI-powered band on the Metaverse.

Dhoni vs Sangakkara: Who really was better?

Dhoni vs Sangakkara: Who really was better?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Dhoni and Sangakkara, two contemporaries who relentlessly stayed in contention for the number one spot during their era, went head-to-head in the 2011 World Cup final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

'You'll be an all-format great'

'You'll be an all-format great'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Nitish flaunted his six-hitting muscle in the first innings and showed signs of living up to the belief that the former Indian skipper has exuded in him. After being put to bat by Australia, rain interrupted the play on four instances, and the Indian team toiled for rhythm as well as runs.

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Left-arm spinners, all-rounders, and pacers who mastered their craft and left a mark in Test cricket.

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Shining sun, gentle breeze, excited fans in Sydney await India's third ODI against Australia

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Shreyas Iyer's ability to negotiate spin bowling effectively makes him a crucial asset for India in the ICC Champions Trophy.

When Priyanka, Sonam, Alia Wore Armani

When Priyanka, Sonam, Alia Wore Armani

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Indian stars who sizzled in Giorgio Armani's iconic designs, who passed into the ages at 91.

What Magic S D Burman Created With Bimal Roy!

What Magic S D Burman Created With Bimal Roy!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Can anyone forget S D Burman's classic songs in Devdas, Sujata and Bandini?

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

S D Burman enjoyed a productive partnership with Dev Anand's production house Navketan for two decades, but their collaboration reached its apogee with Guide.

Vacherot Prevails In Battle Of Cousins At Shanghai!

Vacherot Prevails In Battle Of Cousins At Shanghai!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Monegasque Valentin Vacherot completed a fairytale run at the Shanghai Masters on Sunday, rallying from a set down to defeat his cousin, Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 in the final and secure his first ATP 1000 title.

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Ashwin on where Gill needs to improve as captain

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin questioned India's team selection for the West Indies Test series, highlighting the curious case of Nitish Reddy's inclusion over proven match-winner Axar Patel.

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Taking to 'X", Sachin said he remained grateful to his "three guiding hands," who shaped him to the person he is today and acknowledged the profound impact made in his life by his father Ramesh Tendulkar, first coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar, and elder brother Ajit.

The Master Of The Slide Guitar

The Master Of The Slide Guitar

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

One of Debashish Bhattacharya's most remarkable contributions is that he has taken the scope and foundation of the slide guitar, improvised it again and again, thereby designing and creating four entirely new guitars.

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rohit's 73 in vain as Australia seal series

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Australia held their nerve in a tense chase, edging past India by two wickets to seal the series 2-0 despite a late fightback from the visitors on Thursday in Adelaide.

Kohli thanks Pujara for 'making his job much easier'

Kohli thanks Pujara for 'making his job much easier'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Batting maestro Virat Kohli on Tuesday posted a heartfelt note to pay tributes to former teammate Cheteshwar Pujara, who announced retirement from international cricket the other day.

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Joe Root Breaks Bradman's Record!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

With nine Test centuries against India at home, Joe Root set a new record for the most by any batter against a single opponent in home Tests.

'Kohli taught me to treat opponents like enemies'

'Kohli taught me to treat opponents like enemies'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Siraj, known as a workhorse due to his dedication, intensity, and ability to perform under pressure, has revealed how his approach towards the game changed after he started playing alongside Kohli.

Modi's Manipur outreach is part of 5-state visit

Modi's Manipur outreach is part of 5-state visit

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar to launch infrastructure projects, participate in Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary, and attend the Combined Commanders' Conference.

The GOAT Is Back At Wimbledon!

The GOAT Is Back At Wimbledon!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Roger Federer, accompanied by his wife Mirka, was spotted in the Royal Box during the fourth-round match between Novak Djokovic and Alex de Minaur.

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

On this day in 2021, batting maestro Virat Kohli delivered his iconic speech during the team hurdle, "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there."

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Root overtakes Ponting; rises to 2nd in Test runs tally

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Joe Root picked an easy single off Mohammed Siraj in the 58th over to take his score to 31, which also took his overall Test tally to 13290 runs.

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Root reached the milestone during his 69th WTC appearance - a single pushed to deep backward square leg brought up yet another half-century and sealed his place in the record books.

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

In a career that spanned over 14 years, the calmness that Dhawan exuded on and off the field was one characteristic that set him apart from the other stalwarts of Indian cricket.