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Throwback: Dhoni's crazy birthday party

Throwback: Dhoni's crazy birthday party

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Can the Dhonis ever forget the celebrations in the Caribbean on July 7, 2017?

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 9 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

World Cup 2023: History

World Cup 2023: History

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A look back at how the last 12 World Cups played out.

Why Kartik's wife 'ran away' from game

Why Kartik's wife 'ran away' from game

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Murali Kartik revealed that his wife Shweta 'ran away' from the ground at Hove after he was booed for Mankading while playing county cricket for Surrey against his former team Somerset in 2012.

Srikkanth, Anjum to get BCCI Lifetime Achievement awards

Srikkanth, Anjum to get BCCI Lifetime Achievement awards

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Former India captain and member of the 1983 World Cup winning team Krish Srikkanth will be the recipient of this year's prestigious CK Nayudu Lifetime Award given by the BCCI. Former India women's captain Anjum Chopra is the co-recipient of the lifetime achievement award for the year 2019.

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

As is becoming the norm, De Bruyne was withdrawn by manager Pep Guardiola, as ever, looking disgruntled at the decision, as Holden pulled one back for the visitors before Haaland ensured City finished on a high.

India snubs Pakistan! Asia Cup games relocated to Sri Lanka

India snubs Pakistan! Asia Cup games relocated to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Rohit Sharma led team won't travel to Pakistan, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed on Wednesday.

Ashes: 'Hope McCullum is giving them the biggest hammering'

Ashes: 'Hope McCullum is giving them the biggest hammering'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen berated the England team for their performance on the first day of the second Test match of the Ashes.

'BCCI wielding too much power on world cricket'

'BCCI wielding too much power on world cricket'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

Former West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding has slammed India for wielding its power on international cricket and dictating terms to the rest of the world.

'BCCI's stand won't change; India will not travel to Pakistan'

'BCCI's stand won't change; India will not travel to Pakistan'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

There is little to no chance of the Asia Cup being held in Pakistan in September.

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A look at how India have fared in their World Cup opening games.

The Stars Who Won Us The 1983 World Cup

The Stars Who Won Us The 1983 World Cup

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

India, led by a young Kapil Dev, shocked the cricketing world as they upset the mighty West Indies in the final to win their first World Cup.

Is cricket moving in the right direction?

Is cricket moving in the right direction?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Looking to suck out every dollar available, cricket was suffering from an overkill and the coronavirus-forced break should be used to introspect whether the game is heading in the right direction, says West Indies fast bowling great Michael Holding. The 66-year-old cricketer-turned-commentator personally believes hitting the pause button for a while was necessary amid excessive commercialisation of the sport.

Barbie Review: Of Pluck, Pinkness And Patriarchy Bashing

Barbie Review: Of Pluck, Pinkness And Patriarchy Bashing

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Delving into deeper topics, fleshing out a timely satire, rooting for womanhood while being full of beans, dance, music, charm and comedy, Greta Gerwig's creativity knows no bounds, raves Sukanya Verma.

How Pep Guardiola Celebrated Record Triumph

How Pep Guardiola Celebrated Record Triumph

Rediff.com23 May 2022

The Spaniard became the most successful foreign manager in the history of English football, after clinching his fourth Premier League crown.

'I want to send a huge hug to Pele'

'I want to send a huge hug to Pele'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

'This victory is for him. I hope that everything goes well, that he can get out of this situation and we can be champions for him.'

China, US hold military-level talks over Afghanistan

China, US hold military-level talks over Afghanistan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

Deputy director for the People's Liberation Army Office for International Military Cooperation Major General Huang Xueping held a video conference with his US counterpart Michael Chase last week.

Viswanath recalls first meeting with Mantri, 'Polly kaka'

Viswanath recalls first meeting with Mantri, 'Polly kaka'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

The legendary GR Viswanath on Saturday recalled his first meeting with two India stalwarts -- Madhav Mantri and Polly Umrigar -- and spoke about how an advice shared by the former remained with him throughout his distinguished career.

Sachin statue to be unveiled: 'Life's come full circle'

Sachin statue to be unveiled: 'Life's come full circle'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

In honour of the legendary Indian cricketer - Sachin Tendulkar, a life-size statue will be unveiled at the Wankhede during the 2023 World Cup.

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Javagal Srinath played 67 Tests and 229 ODIs between 1991 and 2003, taking 236 and 315 wickets respectively. South African seamer Shaun Pollock believes the Indian never got the credit he deserved.

'Go back to trees that you came from': When Windies heroes faced racial slurs

'Go back to trees that you came from': When Windies heroes faced racial slurs

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Nicknamed 'Whispering Death', Holding recalls in the Sky Sports-produced series - 'My Icon' - he faced most racial discrimination in Australia and England.

PIX: Real Madrid see off Getafe; Juventus hold Inter

PIX: Real Madrid see off Getafe; Juventus hold Inter

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Real Madrid's French duo Karim Benzema and Ferland Mendy struck in the second half as the Spanish champions overcame an injury crisis to beat Getafe 2-0 at home on Tuesday and close the gap to La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid to five points.

EPL: Chelsea win at West Ham; Newcastle hold Liverpool

EPL: Chelsea win at West Ham; Newcastle hold Liverpool

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the Premier League.

COVID-19: 'Pak players will be safer in the UK'

COVID-19: 'Pak players will be safer in the UK'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

'They (Pakistan team) are perhaps better off coming to England as opposed to staying in Pakistan because it is even worse there. Once they get to England, they will be in a bio-secure area'.

ISL: ATK hold in-form Jamshedpur to 1-1 draw

ISL: ATK hold in-form Jamshedpur to 1-1 draw

Rediff.com21 Oct 2018

ATK produced a solid defensive display to hold an in-form Jamshedpur FC to a 1-1 draw in a Hero Indian Super League match, in Jamshedpur, on Sunday.

West Indies cricket not making any progress whatsoever: Roberts

West Indies cricket not making any progress whatsoever: Roberts

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

In a candid chat with C James, West Indies legend Andy Roberts talks about the current state of Caribbean cricket, what the future holds and what makes the present Indian team so successful.

West Indies cricket not making any progress whatsoever: Roberts

West Indies cricket not making any progress whatsoever: Roberts

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

In a candid chat with C James, West Indies legend Andy Roberts talks about the current state of Caribbean cricket, what the future holds and what makes the present Indian team so successful.

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Liverpool; City rout Arsenal

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Liverpool; City rout Arsenal

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

ICC holds talks with India to resolve Pak visa 'guarantee' for T20 WC

ICC holds talks with India to resolve Pak visa 'guarantee' for T20 WC

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

The ICC has also held talks with the BCCI over securing tax exemptions for the tournament from the Indian government.

Violence rattles Jamaica, over 50 killed

Violence rattles Jamaica, over 50 killed

Rediff.com26 May 2010

Over 50 people have been killed in Jamaica after sleuths stormed a drug gangster's bastion, emerging reports said. The violence has already spread to capital Kingstons, leaving more than 50 people hurt.

'Free speech doesn't mean...': US lawmakers condemn attack on Indian embassy

'Free speech doesn't mean...': US lawmakers condemn attack on Indian embassy

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

They also slammed the "violent rhetoric" against India's Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu and said free speech does not mean a license to incite violence or vandalise property.

Will saliva ban enhance bowlers' skills?

Will saliva ban enhance bowlers' skills?

Rediff.com24 May 2020

England captain Joe Root believes the likely ban on using saliva to shine the ball in the post COVID-19 pandemic world can actually improve the skills of the bowlers, who will have to put more effort to get something out of the pitch.

Goa Congress averts crisis, dissident MLAs say 'all is well'

Goa Congress averts crisis, dissident MLAs say 'all is well'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

Five Goa Congress MLAs, who went incommunicado a day before, attended the state assembly proceedings on the first day of the monsoon session on Monday, and claimed there was 'nothing wrong' in the opposition party.

Sensational PIX: World Aquatics Championships 2023

Sensational PIX: World Aquatics Championships 2023

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Sarah Sjoestroem cruised to her fifth consecutive World Aquatics Championships title in the women's 50 metres butterfly event on Saturday.

'Imran's no typical Pakistani leader'

'Imran's no typical Pakistani leader'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

'He's charismatic, a populist, very popular, and indeed a cult of personality.' 'That ensures a powerful reaction from his support base -- even if it's not sustained, it will be quite intense, and that's worrisome for stability.'

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Israel needs to come terms with the new reality that they are no longer invincible or the dominant power in the West Asian region, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Of Gavaskar and memories of the Cup

Of Gavaskar and memories of the Cup

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

'Very few things have given me greater joy than watching/hearing Gavaskar take on some of the fastest bowlers the game has seen, with guts, without the now ubiquitous helmet, says M P Anil Kumar.

Jaishankar holds talks with US NSA, reviews ties

Jaishankar holds talks with US NSA, reviews ties

Rediff.com28 May 2021

'Sullivan and Jaishankar welcomed the cooperation in recent weeks that resulted in deliveries of over USD 500 million in COVID-19 relief supplies from the US federal and state governments, US companies and private citizens across America for the people of India'

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Pakistan reached 142 for four wickets before play was abandoned due to rain after tea on day one of the second Test against Australia in Melbourne on Monday.