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Fitness comes first for returning Murray, Djokovic

Fitness comes first for returning Murray, Djokovic

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Murray, who has struggled with a persistent hip injury since the Briton's quarter-final exit at Wimbledon in July, pulled out of the US Open and dropped to 16th in the world rankings.

Starc urges Australia's bowlers to step and help Paine

Starc urges Australia's bowlers to step and help Paine

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Australia's senior bowlers must step up to help captain Tim Paine lead an inexperienced team during their next tour against Pakistan, pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has said.

Harris sympathises with injured Clarke's honesty on playing mortality

Harris sympathises with injured Clarke's honesty on playing mortality

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

- 'I honestly think Michael will be back after this hamstring surgery' - 'Thanks for all the well wishes. Surgery went really well'

The Dilemma Ali Fazal is Struggling With

The Dilemma Ali Fazal is Struggling With

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

'There is a part of me that says it is a great time to tell stories from my own land.' 'But then opportunities are coming my way from all over the world.' 'So one foot is here and one foot is in the West.'

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

New Zealand wary of Williamson ban

New Zealand wary of Williamson ban

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

As captain, Kane Williamson would face suspension if New Zealand are fined again for a slow rate.

Petr Cech calls on Arsenal to stop 'silly' losses

Petr Cech calls on Arsenal to stop 'silly' losses

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech believes that the Gunners need to stop silly losses against the teams they are expected to beat if they want to progress in the Premier League.

England bowlers happy to slip under the radar

England bowlers happy to slip under the radar

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Wood believes Morgan's audacious ball striking, which helped England to a massive 397-6, sums up the team's fearless approach to one-day cricket in recent years.

'Cinema is not only about selling tickets'

'Cinema is not only about selling tickets'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'You need to be very passionate towards life, not because you are a film-maker, but because you are a human being.' 'If you can do that, then I think it reflects in the films that you make.'

One thing Aussies must learn from Kohli

One thing Aussies must learn from Kohli

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

'If you can't be on the same field as him and watch him and learn from what he is doing, then you are in the wrong space.'

Mitchell Johnson back in Oz squad

Mitchell Johnson back in Oz squad

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

Left-arm pacer Mitchell Johnson will replace rookie Ryan Harris in the 13-man Australian squad for the remaining three one-day international cricket matches against South Africa.

Test cricket being strangled by Twenty20 weed, says Holding

Test cricket being strangled by Twenty20 "weed", says Holding

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Test match cricket faces a bleak future with the sport's administrators failing to control the 'runaway weed' of the hugely popular Twenty20 format, former West Indies pace bowler Michael Holding said.

Djokovic-Murray lockdown 'knockabout' has fans in awe

Djokovic-Murray lockdown 'knockabout' has fans in awe

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Live tennis action is a fading memory during the coronavirus shutdown but 20,000 fans tuned in to watch old rivals Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray chew the fat on Instagram on Friday. Sitting on their sofas at home, the duo spent an entertaining hour reminiscing about some of the classics in their 36-match series, painful losses and even came up with the perfect tennis player.

When Clarke thought he had played his last game of cricket...

When Clarke thought he had played his last game of cricket...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Michael Clarke relishing another chance after retirement thoughts.

Indian Soccer PIX: Krishna's late strike secures draw for ATK

Indian Soccer PIX: Krishna's late strike secures draw for ATK

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

All the results from the I-League and ISL matches played on Saturday

Wrestling: Bajrang, Ravi Kumar claim gold in Rome

Wrestling: Bajrang, Ravi Kumar claim gold in Rome

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

Bajrang staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 4-3 win against USA's Jordan Michael Oliver in the summit showdown of the 65kg freestyle category.

Sharapova re-dresses for success

Sharapova re-dresses for success

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Former champion Maria Sharapova found inspiration in a change of dress to put away unseeded American Lauren Davis 6-1, 6-7(5), 6-0 at the Australian Open on Friday and set up an intriguing fourth round match with rising Swiss talent Belinda Bencic.

Trumps terms Biden's acceptance speech 'just words'

Trumps terms Biden's acceptance speech 'just words'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

"In 47 years, Joe did none of the things of which he now speaks. He will never change, just words!" Trump tweeted his first reaction to Biden's acceptance speech on Thursday.

Aus coach gets abusive tweets after loss against Lanka

Aus coach gets abusive tweets after loss against Lanka

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Australian cricket coach Mickey Arthur has received abusive comments on Twitter by fans angry over the rotation policy devised by him, after Australia suffered a humiliating defeat against Sri Lanka in Brisbane.

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Jasprit Bumrah's amazing skill-set gives India a realistic chance of winning the World Cup but a 'freak' called David Warner might just retain it for Australia, believes 2015 World Cup-winning captain Michael Clarke.

Tendulkar on Rahane, Ashwin and what ails Australia

Tendulkar on Rahane, Ashwin and what ails Australia

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

One of the highlights of the series so far has been Ravichandran Ashwin's duels with Steve Smith and Tendulkar explained why the senior off-spinner enjoyed an upper hand.

I am not training the way I used to train 20 years ago: Paes

I am not training the way I used to train 20 years ago: Paes

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Practising his strokes for over seven million times has given him an unforgettable muscle memory and an uncompromising diet has kept his enviable fitness intact in an astonishing 25-year long career but Leander Paes is not training the way he used to train 20 years ago. The 43-year-old has just finished another season in his glorious career and he is not finished yet. Rather, he has set himself a new target - taking his Grand Slam tally to 20. Passion for the game and a knack for creating history has kept him going but it also involves pain of hard work that may become difficult to sustain year after year.

Good Omens to Leila, series to watch

Good Omens to Leila, series to watch

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

From a dystopian world set in 2047 to one of the most publicised crime trials in America, Nikita Puri brings you top 5 binge-worthy series.

Why 2021 Champions Trophy has been converted into World T20

Why 2021 Champions Trophy has been converted into World T20

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

The International Cricket Council decided to convert the 2021 ICC Champions Trophy scheduled in India into a World T20 event, finally scrapping the eight-team ODI tournament, the context and relevance of which has been questioned repeatedly.

Raikkonen closes in on F1 record scoring run

Raikkonen closes in on F1 record scoring run

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

If Kimi Raikkonen finishes in the top 10 in Montreal, the Lotus driver will equal Schumacher's record of 24 successive Grands Prix in the points - even if the statistics are deceptive because scoring systems have changed.

Time for Aung San Suu Kyi to step aside?

Time for Aung San Suu Kyi to step aside?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Some believe she should no longer be the face of the struggle to free Myanmar from the new military dictatorship, observes Prakash Bhandari.

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'He is great to have as a captain -- he just keeps everything simple and doesn't change his emotions too much, which in the heat of the battle, (helps) to keep your mind clear'

Akhtar backtracks, says racism not part of Pak culture

Akhtar backtracks, says racism not part of Pak culture

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

'We, as a society, should realise that this should be nipped in the bud. I am a product of this society and I did that. I had told them I will throw you out if you talk like this (about Kaneria's faith). Because this is not our culture. We as a nation did not let such discriminatory thoughts prevail. We stopped it there. We have improved a lot as a society in the last 10-15 years'.

The ladies rock Melbourne Park in shorts

The ladies rock Melbourne Park in shorts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

At this year's Australian Open, the ladies brought back shorts centrestage.

Warner tampered with ball using hand strapping: Cook

Warner tampered with ball using hand strapping: Cook

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Former England captain Alastair Cook revealed in his autobiography that Australia opening batsman David Warner once told him about using the strapping on the hand to accelerate deterioration of the ball during a first-class match.

Clarke complains of having lost power to coach, team management

Clarke complains of having lost power to coach, team management

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Former Australian skipper Michael Clarke believes the coach and the team management have too much say and authority in Australian cricket.

'Wish to see India, Pak players in each other's T20 league'

'Wish to see India, Pak players in each other's T20 league'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Akram wishes that Indian and Pakistani players could have played in each other's T20 league -- IPL and Pakistan Super League.

Managers are hired to take risks, says Ranieri as Foxes chase title

Managers are hired to take risks, says Ranieri as Foxes chase title

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri said it was his job to take risks and chase victories if they are to land the unlikeliest of Premier League titles.

Cricket Australia mulls appointing Smith as ODI captain after WC

Cricket Australia mulls appointing Smith as ODI captain after WC

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Michael Clarke may just meet the fitness deadline to lead the national team into the World Cup starting February 14, even as many Australia cricket officials are mulling appointing Steven Smith as full-time captain after the 50-over showpiece event.

United's Maguire gets suspended sentence over brawl in Greece

United's Maguire gets suspended sentence over brawl in Greece

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Joe Maguire was found guilty of repeated bodily harm, violence against public employees and attempted bribery. Sharman was found guilty of insult, repeated bodily harm and violence against public employees.

Oscar swag bag, the expensive hamper everyone wins this year

Oscar swag bag, the expensive hamper everyone wins this year

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The 'Everyone Wins' luxury hamper includes expensive beauty services and travel packages.

Lack of home-grown footballers in England worries Owen

Lack of home-grown footballers in England worries Owen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

England's lack of up-and-coming footballers is a serious concern for the national team, former striker Michael Owen said, blaming changes in social behaviour.

Hamilton blasts to US Grand Prix pole

Hamilton blasts to US Grand Prix pole

Rediff.com22 Oct 2017

Lewis Hamilton pulverised the track record to claim pole position on Saturday ahead of a US Grand Prix that could secure the Mercedes driver's fourth Formula One world championship.

F1: Sainz to replace Vettel at Ferrari next year

F1: Sainz to replace Vettel at Ferrari next year

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Spaniard Carlos Sainz will make a dream move to Ferrari next year, with Australian Daniel Ricciardo replacing him at McLaren, as Formula One's driver carousel took another big twirl on Thursday with the 2020 season yet to start. Ferrari said 25-year-old Sainz, who replaces four times World champion Sebastian Vettel alongside young Monegasque Charles Leclerc at the sport's most glamorous team, had signed for 2021 and 2022.

Post Sandy, New York mayor backs Obama for second term

Post Sandy, New York mayor backs Obama for second term

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

In a major political boost to Barack Obama, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, an otherwise fierce critic of the president, has endorsed his bid for re-election, citing his efforts in dealing with climate change as the city recovers from the destruction caused by Superstorm Sandy.