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Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Australia head coach and selector Andrew McDonald has confirmed Usman Khawaja will play in the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground amid media speculation it could be his last international.

'King of Adelaide', Starc hails Head

'King of Adelaide', Starc hails Head

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Starc also pointed out that the wicket did not assist pacers that much with the new ball and expressed concerns over Nathan Lyon's injury on the final day of the Test and the setback to Hazlewood.

Steve Smith set to lead? Cummins doubtful for Perth

Steve Smith set to lead? Cummins doubtful for Perth

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins said on Monday he was more likely than not to miss the first Ashes Test in Perth next month and is not absolutely certain of being fit for the second in Brisbane.

Green eyes full all-round role for Ashes after surgery

Green eyes full all-round role for Ashes after surgery

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Returning to the bowling crease would mark the final stage of Green's carefully looked-after return to cricket after a spinal fusion operation in Christchurch.

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Lyon likely to benched for pink-ball 3rd Test at Kingston

Lyon likely to benched for pink-ball 3rd Test at Kingston

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

The 3rd Test match in Kingston, Jamaica, will mark Australia's first day-night Test away from home and if they opt for a pace-heavy attack, Scott Boland could come into the side.

COVID positive McDonald to miss start of SL tour

COVID positive McDonald to miss start of SL tour

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The Australia squad raised concerns about touring Sri Lanka, which is in the midst of an economic crisis, but the cricket board of the South Asian country has declared the tour will go on as scheduled.

Zepto Grabs #2 Spot in Global Food Apps

Zepto Grabs #2 Spot in Global Food Apps

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Zomato is at 5, Swiggy at 9, Blinkit at 10.

US will now recognise only 2 genders: Trump

US will now recognise only 2 genders: Trump

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Several US companies, including McDonald's, Walmart and Facebook parent company Meta, have ended or scaled back their DEI programmes since Trump was elected in November last.

Head, Sutherland bag top honours at Australian Cricket Awards

Head, Sutherland bag top honours at Australian Cricket Awards

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood claimed the Men's Test Player-of-the-Year award. It marked his first Australian Cricket Award, with Hazlewood taking 30 wickets at just 13.16 in Tests against the West Indies, New Zealand, and India.

Golden Globes 2025: The Brutalist, Emilia Perez Win

Golden Globes 2025: The Brutalist, Emilia Perez Win

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

A quick look at the winners of the 82nd Annual Golden Globe awards.

Labuschagne will leave his mark at World Cup, feels Smith

Labuschagne will leave his mark at World Cup, feels Smith

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

'He's come back and he's taken his opportunities, got himself into the squad and now he's obviously likely to bat in the top-four throughout the World Cup.'

Elizabeth Debicki Gets Her First Emmy

Elizabeth Debicki Gets Her First Emmy

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

The Australian actress took home her first-ever Emmy trophy, winning Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Princess Diana in The Crown.

Big Bash, fitness could determine Finch's T20 future

Big Bash, fitness could determine Finch's T20 future

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

'The next game's not until August next year so that gives him a lot of time to repair if he's willing to go on, if not I'm sure over the next couple of weeks he'll have a think about that and call it.'

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Pat Cummins may be undecided about his future as Australia's One-Day International captain after the World Cup but few of his compatriots will be urging him to stand down after his efforts in India.

Nadal roars back after year-long battle

Nadal roars back after year-long battle

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Rafael Nadal looked razor sharp again during his latest meeting with qualifier Thiem

Australia's coach fears more COVID cases in T20 World Cup squad

Australia's coach fears more COVID cases in T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald fears there could be more COVID-19 cases in their T20 World Cup squad after Adam Zampa and Matthew Wade contracted the virus midway into their title defence.

Australia could include Handscomb for Nagpur Test

Australia could include Handscomb for Nagpur Test

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Australia are mulling the option of bringing back Peter Handscomb to bat in the middle-order for his ability to play spin, if Cameron Green does not recover in time for their series opener against India,

LeBron's Teenage Son Has Cardiac Arrest

LeBron's Teenage Son Has Cardiac Arrest

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Bronny James, NBA legend LeBron James's 18-year-old son, suffered a cardiac arrest while practicing with the University of Southern California basketball team and was in stable condition.

Cummins stays home, Smith may lead in Ahmedabad Test too

Cummins stays home, Smith may lead in Ahmedabad Test too

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Smith may lead Asutralia in the fourth and final Test against India as regular captain Pat Cummins stays put in Sydney.

Smith to captain Australia in ODI series as Cummins stays back

Smith to captain Australia in ODI series as Cummins stays back

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Steve Smith will lead Australia against India in the upcoming three-match ODI series as regular captain Pat Cummins, who lost his mother recently, will not return for the white-ball contest.

Pat Cummins' mother passes away: Aus players pay homage

Pat Cummins' mother passes away: Aus players pay homage

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The Australian players paid homage to Pat Cummins's mother who passed away on Thursday.

Rafael Nadal's season all but over!

Rafael Nadal's season all but over!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Following a hip surgery, Rafael Nadal's season is all but over.

'Why is Australia not playing a tour game in India?': Clarke

'Why is Australia not playing a tour game in India?': Clarke

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Former captain Michael Clarke cannot fathom why Pat Cummins-led Australia are not playing any practice matches or tour games ahead of the four-Test series against India next month.

Swiatek stays perched at No 1 with march into Montreal quarters

Swiatek stays perched at No 1 with march into Montreal quarters

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Alcaraz outlasts Hurkacz, Ruud stunned at Canadian Open

Clarke slams Australia for lack of preparation

Clarke slams Australia for lack of preparation

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

'...according to me Australia should have gone to India earlier. The preparation was not up to the mark at all. If you couldn't go to India, you should have gone to the UAE at least to prepare for a tour like this.'

Facebook vs Facebake/Facecake and IPR violations in India

Facebook vs Facebake/Facecake and IPR violations in India

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

In a country like India, where counterfeit items are sold in every nook and corner, the regulation of trademark infringement poses a big challenge.

Hayden, Waugh shocked by Australia's XI for 1st Test

Hayden, Waugh shocked by Australia's XI for 1st Test

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The Australian team management chose Peter Handscomb ahead of Travis Head

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Images from Day 1 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.

IOC chief backs Games food and drinks sponsors

IOC chief backs Games food and drinks sponsors

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

McDonald's, whose four restaurants in London's Olympic Park include its biggest in the world, extended its 36-year backing of the Games in January by signing up as sponsor for another eight years.

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev shocked; Swiatek, Tsitsipas ease into 4th round

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev shocked; Swiatek, Tsitsipas ease into 4th round

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Images from Day 5 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Friday.

Why Warner is a 'big inclusion' for Australia...

Why Warner is a 'big inclusion' for Australia...

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Australia batsman Marnus Labuschagne is looking forward to the return of David Warner for the third Test against India in Sydney as he believes the the hosts will benefit not just from his batting but also the 'terrific energy' he will bring to the field.

Burger King: Best listing day performance in over 3 years

Burger King: Best listing day performance in over 3 years

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Through the IPO, Burger King has raised Rs 450 crore, which will be used to rollout new outlets and retire debt.

Rift brewing between Langer and Australia players?

Rift brewing between Langer and Australia players?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The report suggested that Langer is no longer able to cope up with demands of being a three-format coach.

De Kock-led Proteas touchdown in Karachi

De Kock-led Proteas touchdown in Karachi

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

CSA on Friday said that Marco Jansen has replaced Ottniel Baartman, who has been ruled out "due to medical reasons of a separate nature.".

Smith reveals why Rajasthan Royals lost to SRH

Smith reveals why Rajasthan Royals lost to SRH

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

According to Smith, the wicket got better as the game progressed and helped SRH to chase the total.

Finch reacts after going unsold in IPL auctions

Finch reacts after going unsold in IPL auctions

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

'I'd prefer to be playing cricket, but a little bit of time at home might not be the worst thing'

Bihar Aquaponics Farm Blazes A Trail

Bihar Aquaponics Farm Blazes A Trail

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

'Aquaponics can effectively cushion the impact of a calamity like COVID.'

Split camp no issue for our preparation, says Wade

Split camp no issue for our preparation, says Wade

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The two groups will unite late on Thursday night and with the opening ODI slated for Friday, the players will have no scope to wriggle in a practice session as one unit.

10 unbelievably odd images from across the world!

10 unbelievably odd images from across the world!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Here's a look at some of the weirdest photos from out there!