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Shikhar Dhawan is the Most Valuable Player

Shikhar Dhawan is the Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

The Indian opener tops the Champions Trophy MVP table. But Hasan Ali, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma aren't too far behind, note Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji.

PHOTOS: Counting Michael Phelps's 28 Olympic medals

PHOTOS: Counting Michael Phelps's 28 Olympic medals

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

The greatest Olympian ever now has 28 (gulp!) Olympic medals, including three silver and two bronze medals.

Ashwin spins his way to new highs

Ashwin spins his way to new highs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Steve Smith led the way with another good knock as Australia raced to 251 for 6 and a lead of 348 over India before rain stopped play at the end of the fourth day in the fourth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Statistical highlights from the day's play.

Football PHOTOS: Messi fuels Barca comeback; City win easy

Football PHOTOS: Messi fuels Barca comeback; City win easy

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Manchester City swept aside second-tier Cardiff City 2-0 with first-half goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling on Sunday to reach the FA Cup fifth round in their quest to win an unprecedented four trophies this season.

Can you recognise this actor?

Can you recognise this actor?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Ten memorable recent transformations where actors show such commitment to the craft that Robert De Niro, who owns this category for his bulked up look in Raging Bull, would be proud.

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won!

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won! Raja Sen sums up the 74th Golden Globes perfectly.

Pakistan, New Zealand dedicate T20 trophy to Hughes

Pakistan, New Zealand dedicate T20 trophy to Hughes

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

The trophy for their two Twenty20 matches in the Dubai, starting Thursday, is being dedicated in memory of Australian batsman Phillip Hughes, who died last week after being hit on the head by a bouncer during a domestic match.

Birdman, Boyhood, American Sniper sweep Oscar 2015 nominations

Birdman, Boyhood, American Sniper sweep Oscar 2015 nominations

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

A quick look at the Oscar 2015 nominations.

Tendulkar, Rahane join #putoutyourbats tribute to Phil Hughes

Tendulkar, Rahane join #putoutyourbats tribute to Phil Hughes

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Cricketers and fans around the world are paying tribute to Phillip Hughes via a social media campaign by leaving their cricket bats out and sharing a picture with the message #putoutyourbats on Twitter.

Rear view: Photos of sporting moments that made 2017 special - Part 2

Rear view: Photos of sporting moments that made 2017 special - Part 2

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

As the countdown to 2018 starts, it's time to rewind those moments in sport that stood out this year.

1st Test, PHOTOS: Australia 'outplay' New Zealand to secure innings win

1st Test, PHOTOS: Australia 'outplay' New Zealand to secure innings win

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Australia can take the top Test ranking from India with a series victory

'It's a sad day for Premier League football'

'It's a sad day for Premier League football'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger announced on Friday that he will step down from his role at the Premier League club at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the helm.

Review: What If fails to leave an impression

Review: What If fails to leave an impression

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

What If has its moments but doesn't really shine through in entirety, says Paloma Sharma.

PHOTOS: Spain rally to hold England; Italy vs Germany goalless

PHOTOS: Spain rally to hold England; Italy vs Germany goalless

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

Isco scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time as Spain launched an improbable fightback to snatch a 2-2 friendly draw against England with both their goals coming after the 89th minute at Wembley on Tuesday.

The Most Valuable Players in the Champions Trophy

The Most Valuable Players in the Champions Trophy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji list the 50 Most Valuable Players in the 2017 Champions Trophy.

Bouldering: Can it bring home an Olympic gold for India?

Bouldering: Can it bring home an Olympic gold for India?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

Bouldering is the new favourite among India's adventure enthusiasts

EPL PIX: City suffer shock defeat, Liverpool five points clear

EPL PIX: City suffer shock defeat, Liverpool five points clear

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

Liverpool had won each of their previous four home leagues games in which they conceded first and 12 minutes later they had turned another match on its head as Roberto Firmino's trickery set up Mane to give the hosts the lead at the second attempt.

Lightning Bolt strikes again! Jamaican beats Gatlin to claim world gold

Lightning Bolt strikes again! Jamaican beats Gatlin to claim world gold

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

Usain Bolt retained his 100 metres title at the IAAF World Championship, in Beijing, on Sunday.

Robin Williams is forever!

Robin Williams is forever!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

Sukanya Verma pays tribute to Robin Williams, who passed into the ages on August 11.

50 years later: The City of Dawn thrives

50 years later: The City of Dawn thrives

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Auroville just turned 50. Aurovilians who grew up in The experimental city speak of how their childhood was marked by a sense of openness and possibility.

EPL PHOTOS: City brush past Palace; Chelsea edge Newcastle

EPL PHOTOS: City brush past Palace; Chelsea edge Newcastle

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday

NBA: East rally to win record-setting All-Star game

NBA: East rally to win record-setting All-Star game

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Kyrie Irving and Carmelo Anthony set aside the unrest with their respective teams and put on a dazzling show that vaulted the Eastern Conference to a 163-155 comeback win over the West in the highest scoring NBA All Star game ever on Sunday.

Sheena Bora Trial: Peter escapes death by a whisker

Sheena Bora Trial: Peter escapes death by a whisker

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

'Give him a chance to live,' Peter's lawyer told the court.

'India has shown consistency but Australia have a lot of quality'

'India has shown consistency but Australia have a lot of quality'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

Former Australia opener and chief coach Geoff Marsh feels that speedster Mitchell Starc's performance will be key for the home team in their upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup semi-final clash against India at the SCG on Thursday.

Why Shia Hazaras are fleeing Pakistan

Why Shia Hazaras are fleeing Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Civilian and military security forces deployed in Balochistan have done little to investigate attacks on Hazara or take steps to prevent the next attack, says a Human Rights Watch report.

'Just not allowed. Nope.' What is Amitabh saying no to?

'Just not allowed. Nope.' What is Amitabh saying no to?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Amitabh Bachchan's birthday bash. Don 3's movie details. Mahesh Babu's Bollywood debut. The latest Bollywood masala...

Then & now: The Dalai Lama in Arunachal Pradesh

Then & now: The Dalai Lama in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

China may reacted angrily about his visit to Arunachal Pradesh, but the Tibetan spiritual leader has never been one to stand down. Despite Beijing's loud protests, backed by New Delhi, His Holiness has traveled to the border state seven times since he sought refuge from Chinese aggression in India in 1959.

Why Akshay is the King of Bling!

Why Akshay is the King of Bling!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

A look back at a few other occasions Akki bliing-ed it up for the cameras.

EPL: Man City maintain perfect start, Chelsea slump at home

EPL: Man City maintain perfect start, Chelsea slump at home

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the season with a 2-0 victory over promoted Watford as champions Chelsea suffered a shock 2-1 home defeat by Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Meet the World Cup players

Meet the World Cup players

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta profiles the cricketers playing the World Cup 2019.

Broom's blistering century propels Otago to big win

Broom's blistering century propels Otago to big win

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Opener Neil Broom produced a hurricane 117-run knock off just 56 balls as Otago Volts recorded a comprehensive 62-run win over Perth Scorchers in the Champions League Twenty20 tournament in Jaipur on Wednesday.

FA racism claims: Former England managers slam Campbell

FA racism claims: Former England managers slam Campbell

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Two former England managers and one of the country's most famous black players have rubbished allegations by Sol Campbell that he would have been national team captain for more than 10 years if he was white.

Home highs for Hazlewood, Haddin

Home highs for Hazlewood, Haddin

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Josh Hazlewood and Brad Haddin set new milestones as Australia, replying to India's first innings score of 408, ended Day 2 in the second Test at the Gabba on 221 for four. Check out the day's days statistical highlights.

Review: Doctor Strange is another league of visual magnificence

Review: Doctor Strange is another league of visual magnificence

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Just when it looked as though CGI overkill has ruined the fun of spectacle, here comes a film that charms with its kaleidoscopic vision and meticulous combats, says Sukanya Verma, who can't wait for more!

Money-talk: Intense Woods heading toward his second billion

Money-talk: Intense Woods heading toward his second billion

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

His goal of 18 majors is in serious doubt, but five years after his precipitous fall from grace a rehabilitated Tiger Woods is entering the next phase of his career heading toward making another billion.

A Young Guns XI from IPL 9

A Young Guns XI from IPL 9

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Season 9 of the IPL has seen many youngsters punch above their weight. Some of them make Aruneel Sadadekar/Rediff.com's Young Guns XI.

Sports Shorts: Froome claims fourth Tour title

Sports Shorts: Froome claims fourth Tour title

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday.

Sports Shorts: Ramkumar makes Winnetka Challenger final

Sports Shorts: Ramkumar makes Winnetka Challenger final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Saturday

Four goals in last seven minutes as Liverpool beat QPR

Four goals in last seven minutes as Liverpool beat QPR

Rediff.com19 Oct 2014

Liverpool scored a stunning 3-2 win over Queens Park Rangers with four of the five goals coming in the last seven minutes capping an astonishing finale to their Premier League match at Loftus Road on Sunday.

Football Friendlies: Argentina star Aguero collapses, Germany unbeaten

Football Friendlies: Argentina star Aguero collapses, Germany unbeaten

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field