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Rehabilitating Nadal pulls out of Barcelona Open

Rehabilitating Nadal pulls out of Barcelona Open

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Nadal skipped tournaments at Indian Wells and Miami as well as the ongoing Monte Carlo Masters after suffering the injury he suffered at the Australian Open.

Nadal sidelined for 6-8 weeks with hip flexor injury

Nadal sidelined for 6-8 weeks with hip flexor injury

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

World number two Rafael Nadal will be sidelined for six to eight weeks by the hip flexor injury he suffered during his second-round loss at the Australian Open, the Spaniard's team said on Thursday.

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Australia's star batter Travis Head believes opening the batting in Test cricket is a "specialist job" and has ruled himself out of contention to replace veteran David Warner.

Cummins eyes IPL return; says he can bowl in T20s too!

Cummins eyes IPL return; says he can bowl in T20s too!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Pat Cummins is unsure whether he will continue as Australia's One-Day International captain after the World Cup, but is looking to return to the Indian Premier League next season in preparation for the Twenty20 showpiece.

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

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.

Green signal: Young all-rounder replaces injured Inglis

Green signal: Young all-rounder replaces injured Inglis

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Inglis sustained an injury in a freak accident while playing golf.

Ashes fate uncertain for Warner

Ashes fate uncertain for Warner

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Warner has struggled for runs in recent Tests, making a total of 26 in three innings in the recent tour of India before returning home injured.

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.

Georgia becomes 1st US state to pass resolution condemning Hinduphobia

Georgia becomes 1st US state to pass resolution condemning Hinduphobia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

The resolution observed that the American-Hindu community has been a major contributor to diverse sectors such as medicine, science and engineering, information technology, hospitality, finance, academia, manufacturing, energy, retail trade, among others.

'Govt wakes up only when you come on the roads'

'Govt wakes up only when you come on the roads'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'Had they agreed to our demands that we raised two years ago, we would have never started our agitation again.'

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.'

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 To Skip French Open?

Nadal To Skip French Open?

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Although Nadal has revealed that he has seen improvements in his hip injury after trying a new treatment, the question still remains: Will Rafa defend his title at the French Open?

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.

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Nathan Lyon has offered his services to Australia for the ongoing World Cup in India, declaring he has recovered from a calf injury and is available for selection if required.

Jittery Aussies: Cummins clicks pics of pitch!

Jittery Aussies: Cummins clicks pics of pitch!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Probably the pitch is playing on Australians' mind before the big match.

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.

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.

One Of The Greatest Test Wins!

One Of The Greatest Test Wins!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

No one expected Australia to win after they lost 8 wickets, but they didn't reckon with Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon.

PIX: Joy for India despite draw!

PIX: Joy for India despite draw!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Fascinating glimpses from Day 5 of the fourth and final Test between India and Australia.

Andy Flower joins Aus coaching staff ahead of WTC Final

Andy Flower joins Aus coaching staff ahead of WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

For Pat Cummins's side, the addition of Flower to the coaching staff will only add more to the expectations as they strive to become the first Australian team to win an Ashes series in England since 2001.

Will Warner get his desired farewell?

Will Warner get his desired farewell?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

David Warner said he will call time on his Test career after playing against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) next January.

'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.

Davis Cup: Britain see off Australia; Spain and Italy lose

Davis Cup: Britain see off Australia; Spain and Italy lose

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Britain battled to victory over last year's Davis Cup runners-up Australia in their Finals group stage opener on Wednesday, while Spain and Italy both suffered chastening defeats at home in the premier men's team competition.

Decoded! How Australia Emerged World Test Champions

Decoded! How Australia Emerged World Test Champions

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald feels their 'sub-continent journey' helped them triumph in the World Test Championship final against India.

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

French Open PIX: Sabalenka roars into 2nd round; Tsitsipas triumphs

French Open PIX: Sabalenka roars into 2nd round; Tsitsipas triumphs

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Images from Day 1 of the French Open matches played at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Can Steve Smith handle India's bouncer barrage?

Can Steve Smith handle India's bouncer barrage?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

India are welcome to subject Steve Smith to a bouncer barrage but the batsman is well-equipped to succeed

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory

Australia tinker T20 strategy

Australia tinker T20 strategy

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

The T20 World Cup is set to be played in October-November, with Australia beginning their title defence

What Tara Is Missing This New Year

What Tara Is Missing This New Year

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

Arjun promotes Kuttey... Esha wants your opinion... Sarah is blushing...

Warner greets fans on New Year by mimicking Rajini

Warner greets fans on New Year by mimicking Rajini

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Warner swapped the superstar's face with his and posted a funny video on Instagram.

The Cute World Cup Scene Stealer

The Cute World Cup Scene Stealer

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

"Looking at the films come to life on set was a lot of fun. The lensing, the art direction and Prakash Sir's detailed eye. It felt like something special was brewing," says Naina Bhan.

Alcaraz stunned; Samsonova upsets Sabalenka

Alcaraz stunned; Samsonova upsets Sabalenka

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Carlos Alcaraz's US Open preparations suffered a setback on Friday as the world number one fell to American Tommy Paul

Pak billionaire's son didn't want to go on Titanic sub

Pak billionaire's son didn't want to go on Titanic sub

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Suleman Dawood, 19, was on board the vessel with Shahzada Dawood as a Father's Day bonding trip when their small submarine is believed to have imploded, killing all five on board, including British billionaire-explorer Hamish Hamilton.

Why Australia will be Rooting for Joe & Co in 4th Test

Why Australia will be Rooting for Joe & Co in 4th Test

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

'We wish (England) well, see what unfolds. It's out of our hands but we'll be watching on with interest.'

Russian tennis player Rublev targetted online

Russian tennis player Rublev targetted online

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

World No 7, Rublev paired up with Ukrainian Denys Molchanov to win a doubles title in Marseille last week.

Ignored for India Tests, Zampa eyes ODI World Cup

Ignored for India Tests, Zampa eyes ODI World Cup

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

A disappointed Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa feels he may need to look beyond revival of his red ball career after being ignored for the four-Test series in India.

Man held outside Buckingham Palace, cops say 'no terror angle'

Man held outside Buckingham Palace, cops say 'no terror angle'

Rediff.com3 May 2023

A man was arrested at the gates of Buckingham Palace in London on Tuesday evening as he threw suspected shotgun cartridges into the palace grounds, Scotland Yard said.