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US Open PICS: Fritz Cruises Past Young Compatriot Blanch

US Open PICS: Fritz Cruises Past Young Compatriot Blanch

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

American tennis star Taylor Fritz defeated compatriot Darwin Blanch in straight sets at the U.S. Open, showcasing a dominant serve. Fritz, a 2024 finalist, advanced to the second round, where he will face either Mattia Bellucci or Zsombor Piros.

Latham's Milestone: Joins Crowe In Elite Test Century Club

Latham's Milestone: Joins Crowe In Elite Test Century Club

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

New Zealand opener Tom Latham has equalled legendary Martin Crowe's record of 17 Test centuries, becoming the joint third-highest century-scorer for his country. This milestone was achieved during his impressive 151-run knock against England in Nottingham, further solidifying his place in New Zealand's cricketing history.

Ready For Bridgerton Season 4?

Ready For Bridgerton Season 4?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Benedict Bridgerton romances Sophie Baek in the new season of the Netflix series, Bridgerton.

Eduardo forgives Taylor for tackle

Eduardo forgives Taylor for tackle

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

Arsenal's Eduardo da Silva has forgiven Birmingham City defender Martin Taylor for the tackle that left him with a fractured left fibula and dislocated ankle.

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Here's a quick look at all the winners of the 83rd edition of the Golden Globes.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

Daryl Mitchell overtakes Rohit as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Daryl Mitchell overtakes Rohit as World No 1 batter in ODIs

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Daryl Mitchell becomes only the second player from New Zealand to hold the top the ICC ranking for ODI batters.

No Oscar Nomination For Homebound; Sinners Breaks Record

No Oscar Nomination For Homebound; Sinners Breaks Record

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Homebound missed an Oscar nomination; Sinners broke the record by getting the most nominations ever, at 16 counts.

New Zealand give emotional Taylor a winning farewell

New Zealand give emotional Taylor a winning farewell

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Taylor, presented with a traditional Samoan necklace, thanked the NZC and his team mates.

Wenger slams 'stupid' Birmingham fans

Wenger slams 'stupid' Birmingham fans

Rediff.com19 Oct 2009

Arsene Wenger described the actions of Birmingham City fans as "atrocious" after they chanted the name of Martin Taylor, the defender whose tackle broke Eduardo's leg, during Saturday's Premier League match.

Alcaraz exorcises demons, Djokovic recovers from slow start

Alcaraz exorcises demons, Djokovic recovers from slow start

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Carlos Alcaraz demolished Mattia Bellucci to banish memories of last year's shock early exit at the US Open on Wednesday.

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Renata Zarazua, the only Mexican player in the US Open main draw, pulled off a stunning upset by beating sixth seed Madison Keys in the first round.

US Open PIX: Musetti rallies past Perricard; Alcaraz cruises

US Open PIX: Musetti rallies past Perricard; Alcaraz cruises

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Tenth seed Lorenzo Musetti rallied from a set down to beat Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the first round of the US Open on Tuesday even as Carlos Alcaraz mauled big-serving American Reilly Opelka and veteran Venus Williams made an emotional exit.

Ross Taylor first cricketer to play 100 matches in all 3 formats

Ross Taylor first cricketer to play 100 matches in all 3 formats

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

The ongoing match between New Zealand and India at the Basin Reserve is his 100th Test. The 35-year-old played his 100th T20 International against India last month. He has also played 231 ODIs for New Zealand.

A special century for Kiwi veteran Taylor

A special century for Kiwi veteran Taylor

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

Veteran New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor doesn't rule out playing the 2023 ODI World Cup but says his form, fitness and motivation level at the end of next year will decide whether he actually manages a place in the squad. The 35-year-old will become the first cricketer in the world to complete 100 games across three international formats when he steps out for the first Test against India at Basin Reserve on February 21.

2nd Test: Taylor surpasses Crowe against Bangladesh

2nd Test: Taylor surpasses Crowe against Bangladesh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Henry Nicholls also stroked his way to 107 - his fifth Test century - as the hosts declared at 432 for six for a 221-run first innings lead after tea on the fourth day.

Brendan Taylor's second ton in vain

Brendan Taylor's second ton in vain

Rediff.com22 Oct 2011

Zimbabwe captain Brendan Taylor hit an unbeaten century for the second successive match yet ended up on the losing side as New Zealand won the second one-day international by four wickets at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.

Taylor claims record as New Zealand whitewash Bangladesh

Taylor claims record as New Zealand whitewash Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Ross Taylor became New Zealand's highest scorer in One-Day Internationals on Wednesday as he helped his side secure an 88-run victory over Bangladesh in Dunedin in their final official ODI before the World Cup.

The legend of Martin Crowe

The legend of Martin Crowe

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The cricketing life of Martin Crowe, who passed into the ages on March 3.

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Australia booked their place in the Davis Cup semi-finals as doubles pair Matthew Ebden and Jordan Thompson clinched the deciding rubber against the United States on Thursday.

Matters reach a head for IT majors

Matters reach a head for IT majors

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Arsenal held to draws; Newcastle cruise

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Arsenal held to draws; Newcastle cruise

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Liverpool's Diogo Jota bagged a last-gasp equaliser to salvage a breathless 2-2 Edraw against Fulham.

Taylor recognises risk of playing with eye condition

Taylor recognises risk of playing with eye condition

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor is aware that another cheap dismissal in the second Test against Pakistan could give rise to questions about his eye condition and whether it has affected his performance.

Big-hitting Taylor gives NZ thrilling win over England

Big-hitting Taylor gives NZ thrilling win over England

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Taylor, who missed the third game in Wellington with a quadriceps injury, was limping badly after he appeared to suffer a similar strain but still combined with Tom Latham (71) for 187 runs as New Zealand scored 339 for five in 49.3 overs to chase down England's 335 for nine.

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Arsenal snapped a season-long jinx against Newcastle United with a nervy 1-0 win in their last Premier League home game on Sunday.

Ross Taylor returns to NZ side after eye surgery

Ross Taylor returns to NZ side after eye surgery

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor has returned to side after recovering from eye surgery in late November and will rejoin the Test team for their two-match series against Bangladesh. Taylor had surgery to remove a pterygium, or growth, on his left eye that had affected his vision after the second Test victory against Pakistan in Hamilton. "It's great to have Ross back," New Zealand selector Gavin Larsen said in a statement on Thursday. "He has a phenomenal record that speaks for itself and he's coming off a terrific hundred in his last Test.

EPL: Salah's late strike helps Liverpool hold Arsenal

EPL: Salah's late strike helps Liverpool hold Arsenal

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Mohamed Salah's late equaliser earned Liverpool a 2-2 draw with rivals Arsenal in an entertaining Premier League encounter.

Eduardo injury shocks Wenger

Eduardo injury shocks Wenger

Rediff.com24 Feb 2008

The Arsenal striker was rushed to hospital and medical staff at the ground were also reported to be shocked at the seriousness of the injury.

How New Zealand's Taylor-made plans negated India's spinners

How New Zealand's Taylor-made plans negated India's spinners

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Senior New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor is happy that centurion Tom Latham paid heed to his advice to play the sweep and reverse sweep, which disturbed the length of Indian spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal in the first One-Day International, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

Olympic boxing champ Taylor pleads not guilty to Arkansas assault charges

Olympic boxing champ Taylor pleads not guilty to Arkansas assault charges

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Boxing champion Jermain Taylor pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to multiple criminal charges related to allegations of threatening a family at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade in Little Rock, and was ordered held pending $50,000 bond.

Man Utd rout Newcastle, Arsenal held

Man Utd rout Newcastle, Arsenal held

Rediff.com24 Feb 2008

Champions Manchester United reduced Arsenal's lead to three points when they thrashed Newcastle United 5-1.

Tremendous Taylor seals series for New Zealand

Tremendous Taylor seals series for New Zealand

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Ross Taylor's blistering 78 off 52 balls gave New Zealand a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the second One-day International and an unassaible 2-0 lead in the three-match series, in Dunedin, on Monday.

Sinner inspires Italy to Davis Cup semis vs Australia

Sinner inspires Italy to Davis Cup semis vs Australia

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Australia now have the opportunity to avenge last year's final defeat by Italy after world number one Jannik Sinner inspired the holders to a 2-1 victory over Argentina.

Will NZ's Ross Taylor return in time for World Twenty20?

Will NZ's Ross Taylor return in time for World Twenty20?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Injured New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor will test his fitness ahead of next month's World Twenty20 tournament in India when he plays in an 'Island of Origin' match next week.

Ross Taylor ton puts NZ on verge of series win vs Pak

Ross Taylor ton puts NZ on verge of series win vs Pak

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Ross Taylor ended a poor run of form to score his 16th test century and bat New Zealand into a potentially series-winning position at the end of the fourth day of the second Test against Pakistan at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Monday. Already 1-0 up in the two-match series courtesy of an eight-wicket win in Christchurch, New Zealand declared their second innings at 313 for five, just after Taylor reached the milestone, and set Pakistan a victory target of 369.

Ross Taylor shines as Kiwis beat Sri Lanka in first T20I

Ross Taylor shines as Kiwis beat Sri Lanka in first T20I

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series in Pallekele.

2nd Warm-up: Taylor, Latham hit tons as NZ beat Board President's XI

2nd Warm-up: Taylor, Latham hit tons as NZ beat Board President's XI

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

Thanks to Taylor's 102 and Latham's 108 (both retired out) on a flat Brabourne Stadium track, New Zealand notched up a mammoth 343 for nine in the allotted 50 overs.

PIX: Sinner's great escape in Miami

PIX: Sinner's great escape in Miami

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Jannik Sinner bounced back after losing the first set to beat Tallon Griekspoor in the third round of the Miami Open.

Taylor ruled out, Nicholls in line for Test debut against Australia

Taylor ruled out, Nicholls in line for Test debut against Australia

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Left-handed batsman Henry Nicholls is in line to make his Test debut against Australia next week with Ross Taylor ruled out of the side for the match at the Basin Reserve with a side strain.