News for 'Michael Jordan'

Chinese fans dunked by Jordan

Chinese fans dunked by Jordan

Rediff.com19 May 2004

Hundreds of fans blocked a sidewalk and shouted abuse after Beijing police cancelled an event Michael Jordan was to attend on safety grounds.

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Boundary catches involving 'bunny hops', or multiple airborne touches outside the rope, have been deemed illegal by the Marylebone Cricket Club, with the new ruling set to be integrated into ICC's playing conditions this month and the MCC's laws from October next year.

Jordan stops the bleeding for Wizards

Jordan stops the bleeding for Wizards

Rediff.com4 Dec 2002

Michael Jordan started for the second successive game and performed like his old self to inspire the Washington Wizards to a 103-78 pasting of the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday.

'Beckham bigger than Woods, Jordan'

'Beckham bigger than Woods, Jordan'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

LA Galaxy boss Alexi Lalas said the England midfielder would command a bigger appeal in the US than ace golfer Tiger Woods or basketball legend Michael Jordan.

LeBron James makes history in Lakers' win

LeBron James makes history in Lakers' win

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Austin Reaves added 23 points and Gabe Vincent scored 15 on five 3-pointers for the Lakers. Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes had 11 points apiece and Jarred Vanderbilt collected 14 rebounds.

Jordan helps Wizards to much-needed win

Jordan helps Wizards to much-needed win

Rediff.com12 Mar 2003

40-year-old Michael Jordan had 23 points in a 106-105 victory over the Orlando Magic Tuesday.

Messi's World Cup-winning jerseys fetch $7.8 million in NY auction

Messi's World Cup-winning jerseys fetch $7.8 million in NY auction

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The collection included the shirt Messi wore during the first half of the final against France in Qatar.

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Raza credited Trinbago Knight Riders credited McCullum for defining a clear role for him.

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.

Adaptability key to Pranav Soorma's fighting spirit

Adaptability key to Pranav Soorma's fighting spirit

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'We have worked day and night for this moment because seeing the medical condition, there are a lot of things that are going on and regular training and exercises are a very big challenge with our medical condition.'

What's Bumrah Doing In Chicago?

What's Bumrah Doing In Chicago?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Sanjana Ganesan and Boom Boom flew to Chicago for a holiday after the fast bowler had finished his duties with the Indian team in England.

With Jordan's mind coach, Sreesanth readies for redemption

With Jordan's mind coach, Sreesanth readies for redemption

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

'The only place through which I can give an answer is through IPL even if I play for India. I want to face the fear and that's the only way to live life.'

Finals MVP Leonard joins NBA greats

Finals MVP Leonard joins NBA greats

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Leonard, who also won the award in 2014 while playing for the San Antonio Spurs, joins basketball greats Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James as the only players in NBA history to win Finals MVP with two different franchises.

Bryant surpasses Jordan to become third-highest scorer in NBA

Bryant surpasses Jordan to become third-highest scorer in NBA

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Bryant entered the game needing nine points to top the retired Jordan's mark of 32,292 points and move into third on the all-time list.

Ronak wins bronze at U17 World wrestling C'ship

Ronak wins bronze at U17 World wrestling C'ship

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Ronak Dahiya bagged the bronze medal in the 110kg Greco-Roman category

British author Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel

British author Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

British author Samantha Harvey has won the 2024 Booker Prize for her 'ambitious and beautiful' Orbital, which becomes the first novel set in space to win the GBP 50,000 literary prize selected from a historic shortlist that was dominated by women this year.

Aus teenager Konstas gets promotion

Aus teenager Konstas gets promotion

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Selectors will likely opt for another batter to cover for all-rounder Green in the India series and possibly an opener if Steve Smith is restored to the number four spot.

India A's BGT hopefuls face ultimate test in Australia

India A's BGT hopefuls face ultimate test in Australia

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

The outings of Abhimanyu Easwaran, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Prasidh Krishna will be the primary focal points of India A's four-day match against their Australian counterparts

Record-breaker Serena on inspirational Venus and the Jordan connection

Record-breaker Serena on inspirational Venus and the Jordan connection

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

Serena Williams clinched a record 23rd grand slam title at the Australian Open on Saturday but spent most of the immediate aftermath talking about her older sister Venus.

Serena, 'the ultimate competitor'

Serena, 'the ultimate competitor'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Reaction to Serena Williams announcing her retirement

Not Federer, not Ronaldo. Who is the highest-paid athlete of all time?

Not Federer, not Ronaldo. Who is the highest-paid athlete of all time?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

The 54-year-old has a whopping $1.7 billion in the bank, thanks to his long time endorsement relationships with Beverage company Gatorade, clothing brand Hanes, American Sportswear giant Nike and playing card manufacturer Upper Deck.

We never ask for revenge, we ask for equality and respect: Bravo on racism

We never ask for revenge, we ask for equality and respect: Bravo on racism

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

"Enough is enough", said West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo as he opened up on the raging issue of racism and called for "respect and equality" for black people, who have faced discrimination for years. Bravo joined the likes of his former captain Darren Sammy and Chris Gayle in denouncing racism in the wake of African-American George Floyd's killing at the hands of a white police officer in the United States.

Woods youngest among Forbes' top-20 wealthiest American celebs

Woods youngest among Forbes' top-20 wealthiest American celebs

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

Golfers Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson and former NBA player Michael Jordan are among the 20 wealthiest American celebrities, Forbes reported on Wednesday.

Golden Globes 2025: The Brutalist, Emilia Perez Win

Golden Globes 2025: The Brutalist, Emilia Perez Win

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

A quick look at the winners of the 82nd Annual Golden Globe awards.

Enough is enough, Henry on racism

Enough is enough, Henry on racism

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'Why is this still happening in 2020? Why do the same racists applaud any ethnic minority who plays for the team they support but abuse the same minorities on the street?'

PIX: Biles wins 5th Olympics gymnastics gold as Team US reign

PIX: Biles wins 5th Olympics gymnastics gold as Team US reign

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Simone Biles clinched her fifth Olympic gold medal as she made a triumphant return to the women's gymnastics team final at the Paris Games on Tuesday, reinforcing her status as one of the greatest athletes just three years after withdrawing from the same event at the Tokyo Games.

Rain forces England, Scotland T20 WC washout

Rain forces England, Scotland T20 WC washout

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Rain forced abandonment of the T20 World Cup clash between England and Scotland here on Tuesday with both teams sharing a point each.

Who is the most popular athlete? Take a look...

Who is the most popular athlete? Take a look...

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

LeBron James has overtaken Michael Jordan as the United States' most popular athlete, according to a Harris poll. Serena Williams was voted America's favorite female athlete.

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

France qualified for the quarter-finals of the Nations League despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Israel on Thursday.

Look who dropped in to support Roger Federer at US Open...

Look who dropped in to support Roger Federer at US Open...

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Roger Federer launched his bid for an 18th grand slam title with a workmanlike 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (4) win over Marinko Matosevic to ease into the second round of the US Open on Tuesday, with NBA great Michael Jordan leading the cheering.

LeBron James First Active NBA Player-Billionaire

LeBron James First Active NBA Player-Billionaire

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

LeBron James has a net worth of $1 billion, including upwards of $900 million in income from endorsements and other business ventures.

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

T20 WC: England, Afghanistan look to set early pace

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener

2024 ICC T20 World Cup Squads

2024 ICC T20 World Cup Squads

Rediff.com31 May 2024

T20 World Cup Squads

Alcaraz Stunned!

Alcaraz Stunned!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open men's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Thursday.

Nations League PIX: Inspired Greece stun England; France thrash Israel

Nations League PIX: Inspired Greece stun England; France thrash Israel

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Greece beat England for the first time as striker Vangelis Pavlidis's double earned the visitors a richly-deserved 2-1 victory.

T20 WC: What England need to do to qualify for Super 8

T20 WC: What England need to do to qualify for Super 8

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

England will need to defeat Namibia in their last league match and hope that Scotland lose to Australia.

These sports stars hung up their boots early...

These sports stars hung up their boots early...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

A list of high-profile tennis players and other sportspeople who called time on their careers at a young age.

Bhambri-Olivetti pair exits Marrakech Open with semifinal defeat

Bhambri-Olivetti pair exits Marrakech Open with semifinal defeat

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

India's Yuki Bhambri and his French partner Albano Olivetti crashed out of Marrakech Open after losing the hard-fought semifinal to second seeds Lucas Miedler and Alexander Erler of Austria.

T20 WC: England's bowling faces Aussie firepower

T20 WC: England's bowling faces Aussie firepower

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

England will be looking to bounce back from a rain-affected opening match and solidify their T20 World Cup campaign

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

NZ face WI in virtual knockout, rain threatens to derail England again