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Will King Kohli recreate magic of 2014 at MCG?

Will King Kohli recreate magic of 2014 at MCG?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Kohli, Kohli.... the chants from 90,000 fervent fans still reverberate in the ear when you step into the fabled MCG, even two years after the former Indian skipper pulled off a stunning heist against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022.

India's 'Rewarding' Fielding Drill

India's 'Rewarding' Fielding Drill

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Captained by Sarfaraz Khan, Mohammed Siraj and Dhruv Jurel, the teams battled it out, showcasing their agility and precision.

Osaka 'very optimistic' about Australian Open

Osaka 'very optimistic' about Australian Open

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Osaka, who returned to the tour a year ago after a long maternity break, had shown glimpses of the form that won her four major titles on her run to the final in Auckland.

Verstappen's reign over? 94-YO predicts F1 upset

Verstappen's reign over? 94-YO predicts F1 upset

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Bernie Ecclestone says his money is still on Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win the Formula One championship

'What Does Gill Contribute To The Team?'

'What Does Gill Contribute To The Team?'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'He has not lived up to expectations.' 'If this was Shubman Gill from Tamil Nadu, he would have been dropped.'

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Watching India and Australia compete in the series-deciding fifth Test was some experience for the 54-year-old American tennis legend.

'Pant Will Score 100 Every Game If...'

'Pant Will Score 100 Every Game If...'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

'He has all the shots -- reverse sweep, slog sweep, everything -- but the problem is that all these shots are high-risk shots.' 'With his defence, he will surely score runs every game if he faces 200 balls.'

Travis Head shares adorable photo of newborn son

Travis Head shares adorable photo of newborn son

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

The photo, captioned "Harrison's first smile," melted hearts across social media as fans celebrated the tender moment.

Sabalenka powers into Brisbane final

Sabalenka powers into Brisbane final

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Aryna Sabalenka took a step closer to a first trophy of the year before her Australian Open title defence begins later this month.

'You're Nothing But A Bully, Virat'

'You're Nothing But A Bully, Virat'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

'And then he stood over this girl, Nat Yoannidis, who's about five foot one, five foot two, and just absolutely berated her.'

Aus Open PIX: Zverev cruises; Nishikori, Ruud survive scare

Aus Open PIX: Zverev cruises; Nishikori, Ruud survive scare

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Alexander Zverev cruised past Frenchman Lucas Pouille in straight sets in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday.

We're leading by 116: Boland confident of Aussie win

We're leading by 116: Boland confident of Aussie win

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Australia fast bowler Scott Boland believes his team is still well-placed for victory against India with two days left in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

Kohli Defies Pitch Intruder, Boos

Kohli Defies Pitch Intruder, Boos

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Despite the pitch invasion and the hostile reception from sections of the crowd, Kohli remained unfazed.

Aus Open: Heliovaara, Patten win men's doubles title

Aus Open: Heliovaara, Patten win men's doubles title

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Finland's Harri Heliovaara and Briton Henry Patten fought back from a set down to win the Australian Open men's doubles title on Sunday.

Kohli and Konstas: From shoulder barge to buddies?

Kohli and Konstas: From shoulder barge to buddies?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Wouldn't be surprised if Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas share a smiling photo post-match: Stuart Clark

Piastri takes first F1 pole in China after sprint second

Piastri takes first F1 pole in China after sprint second

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

McLaren's Oscar Piastri seized the first proper pole position of his Formula One career at the Chinese Grand Prix on Saturday with the fastest lap yet around the Shanghai International Circuit.

Shami set to join Team India in Australia?

Shami set to join Team India in Australia?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami has made a stunning return to competitive cricket after a year-long injury layoff, excelling for Bengal in their Ranji Trophy victory against Madhya Pradesh. Shami's impressive performance included seven wickets across two innings and a quickfire 37 with the bat, helping Bengal secure a narrow 11-run win.

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For Shastri, India's recent successes in Test cricket have often been defined by the stubbornness and resilience of the tail-enders.

Infosys Brings AI To Australian Open

Infosys Brings AI To Australian Open

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Infosys has launched a new array of AI-powered innovations and platforms for the 2025 Australian Open.

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

Bambai Se Aaya Mera Dost

Bambai Se Aaya Mera Dost

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Mumbai boys made a cool statement in Melbourne as Sarfaraz Khan posed alongside Skipper Rohit Sharma.

Australian Open 2025: Must-Know Dates and Details

Australian Open 2025: Must-Know Dates and Details

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Here is what you need to know about the year's Australian Open:

SCG records highest-ever Day 1 crowd

SCG records highest-ever Day 1 crowd

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

A record-breaking 47,566 spectators packed the stands on day one of the fifth India-Australia Test on Friday.

'Our Captain Has Shown Leadership'

'Our Captain Has Shown Leadership'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'He has opted to rest.'

PIX: Piastri wins Chinese GP from pole in McLaren 1-2

PIX: Piastri wins Chinese GP from pole in McLaren 1-2

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Australian Oscar Piastri roared back from season-opening disappointment in his home race by winning the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix from pole position in a McLaren one-two with championship-leading teammate Lando Norris on Sunday.

Bumrah 'nightmare' comes to haunt Marsh in backyard

Bumrah 'nightmare' comes to haunt Marsh in backyard

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Marsh, cracked up the audience, including the great Allan Border, at the Australian Cricket Awards 2025 on Sunday night in Melbourne, with a hilarious anecdote.

'Walking Out With You...': Ashwin's message to Kohli

'Walking Out With You...': Ashwin's message to Kohli

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

"I will be walking out with you to bat at the MCG," R Ashwin told Virat Kohli in a short note on X Friday, a subtle and endearing demonstration of their closeness in the team.

PIX: Zverev drops set, but joins Alcaraz in quarters

PIX: Zverev drops set, but joins Alcaraz in quarters

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Carlos Alcaraz reached his second Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday when his opponent Jack Draper retired injured when trailing 7-5, 6-1.

Starc brushes off injury, ready for 20 overs

Starc brushes off injury, ready for 20 overs

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

'I am still in the low 140s, so I am not concerned'

Put away cover drive for now: Hayden urges Kohli

Put away cover drive for now: Hayden urges Kohli

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Kohli, who has had an inconsistent series so far with scores of 5, 100 not out, 7, 11, and 3 in his last five innings, has amassed just 126 runs at an average of 31.50.

Ashwin's 'turbulent' journey from Melbourne to Sydney

Ashwin's 'turbulent' journey from Melbourne to Sydney

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Taking to Twitter, the spinner wrote, 'Yours Turbulently Melbourne to Sydney!'

Reddy Channels Pushpa Swag After 50

Reddy Channels Pushpa Swag After 50

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased his mettle on Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Sinner hopes to let racket do the talking

Sinner hopes to let racket do the talking

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Sinner gives the impression of a player with all the answers against whoever he comes up against, but the off-court questions he is likely to face about the doping case that surfaced in August might be harder to shrug off.

'Aussie selectors eye WTC final over future plans'

'Aussie selectors eye WTC final over future plans'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Speaking as quoted by Fox Sports, Waugh said, "I think they have picked the team on winning these last two Test matches."

Bring on the Melbourne crowds, says Djokovic

Bring on the Melbourne crowds, says Djokovic

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

Some 25,000-30,000 fans will be admitted to Melbourne Park on each day of the Grand Slam and Novak Djokovic got a taste of what was to come when he played an exhibition match in Adelaide after coming out of quarantine on Friday.

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

At the 1956 Olympic Games, a 26-year-old Bell jumped 7.83m in challenging conditions to win by 15cm ahead of his compatriot John Bennett.

Simona Halep chases Melbourne glory

Simona Halep chases Melbourne glory

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Halep reached the Melbourne title match in 2018 but lost a three-set thriller to Caroline Wozniacki. It was the Romanian's third defeat in three Grand Slam finals.

'Pant Should Be Criticised...'

'Pant Should Be Criticised...'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'He is a great player not scoring enough runs & that's the crux of it.'

Deshpande out for 2-3 months! IPL doubt looms

Deshpande out for 2-3 months! IPL doubt looms

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

India and Mumbai pace bowler Tushar Deshpande is likely to remain sidelined for another two to three months due to a recurring ankle injury.

Alcaraz opens up about rivalry with Sinner

Alcaraz opens up about rivalry with Sinner

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Carlos Alcaraz said he has no doubt that top-ranked Jannik Sinner is the best player in the world on current form as the two young players continue to lay the foundations for an epic rivalry.