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Australia can win, India more vulnerable at home this time: Chappell

Australia can win, India more vulnerable at home this time: Chappell

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

Batting great Greg Chappell believes Australia can win the upcoming high-profile four-match Test series as India are "vulnerable" this time with injuries to key players like Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah.

India captain Kohli booed by Australian fans in Adelaide

India captain Kohli booed by Australian fans in Adelaide

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

India captain Virat Kohli was booed by a small section of the Adelaide Oval crowd on Saturday when he stepped out to bat in the second innings against Australia.

Asia Cup: Will India's Selection Gambles Pay Off?

Asia Cup: Will India's Selection Gambles Pay Off?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

India's team for the Asia Cup was largely picked keeping the World Cup in mind, which meant gambling with players, who are not fully fit.

Can KKR continue momentum against Gujarat Titans?

Can KKR continue momentum against Gujarat Titans?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

GT (10 points from seven matches) have been a well-oiled unit and looks set for a successive play-off berth, sitting behind leaders Rajasthan Royals on net run-rate with a match in hand.

What Punjab Kings are looking for in the IPL auction

What Punjab Kings are looking for in the IPL auction

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Ahead of the Indian Premier League players' auction on Thursday, captain KL Rahul revealed what his team Punjab Kings will be aiming for -- a middle order batsman, who can close down games along with a fast bowler.

Aussies back Steve Smith despite lean T20 run

Aussies back Steve Smith despite lean T20 run

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Australia hope to unlock Steve Smith's potential in Twenty20 cricket ahead of this year's World Cup

Cummins admits Australia spinners struggling with low bounce

Cummins admits Australia spinners struggling with low bounce

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Ahead of the second test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series, Australian skipper Pat Cummins admitted that it has been a bit of an adjustment and the spinners were struggling.

PIX: CSK strengthen hold on playoffs with comfortable win over DC

PIX: CSK strengthen hold on playoffs with comfortable win over DC

Rediff.com11 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday.

Bishan Singh Bedi: The Sardar of Spin who conquered hearts

Bishan Singh Bedi: The Sardar of Spin who conquered hearts

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Arguably the greatest slow left-arm bowler that the world has ever seen, Bishan Singh Bedi left an indelible impression in minds of many with a character to die for.

PHOTOS: South Africa take upperhand on Day 1

PHOTOS: South Africa take upperhand on Day 1

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada took three wickets as South Africa bowled India out for 187 to take the opening day honours on a seaming wicket in the third and final Test at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on Wednesday.

PIX: India 'turn' out tense win to level New Zealand T20I series

PIX: India 'turn' out tense win to level New Zealand T20I series

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Images from the second Twenty20 International between India and New Zealand, in Lucknow, on Sunday.

Watch Out For These Amazing Cricketers!

Watch Out For These Amazing Cricketers!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Overseas stars likely to make a difference to their IPL teams this seasons.

Aus paceman Siddle targets Kohli as mind games begin

Aus paceman Siddle targets Kohli as mind games begin

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Australia paceman Peter Siddle has wasted little time throwing a psychological dagger at India's stand-in skipper Virat Kohli, saying the batsman could expect a harsh reception from players and fans on tour Down Under.

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes given 11-year jail for duping investors

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes given 11-year jail for duping investors

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

She was found guilty in January of duping investors and lying about the technology after a three-month trial.

We were preparing Harpreet Brar: KL Rahul

We were preparing Harpreet Brar: KL Rahul

Rediff.com1 May 2021

KL Rahul was effusive in his praise for 25-year-old Brar.

Qaidi Band Review: Moronic take on real events

Qaidi Band Review: Moronic take on real events

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

'It's commendable how earnest Anya Singh remains even after Qaidi Band does everything to undermine her efforts,' says Sukanya Verma.

The Most Controversial VMA Moments

The Most Controversial VMA Moments

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Madonna kissing Britney, and much more...

PHOTOS: Bangladesh edge India in thriller to seal series

PHOTOS: Bangladesh edge India in thriller to seal series

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Images from the second One-Day International between Bangladesh and India, in Mirpur, on Wednesday.

Golden oldies Nadal, Serena looking for more glory

Golden oldies Nadal, Serena looking for more glory

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

Nadal and Williams headline party for all ages at US Open

10 Asanas To Improve Immunity In Monsoon

10 Asanas To Improve Immunity In Monsoon

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Ira Trivedi, wellness expert and founder of Yog Love, explains how these postures can help you keep monsoon ailments at bay.

Struggling Mumbai Indians face uphill task against KKR

Struggling Mumbai Indians face uphill task against KKR

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Mumbai Indians have so far looked like anything but IPL's five-time champions, losing both their opening games - against Delhi Capitals by four wickets, followed by a 23-run defeat at the hands of Rajasthan Royals.

Ageless Anderson helps England beat South Africa by an innings

Ageless Anderson helps England beat South Africa by an innings

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

Anderson became the leading wicket-taker among pace bowlers across all formats

Suryakumar, Shaw called up for England Tests as replacements

Suryakumar, Shaw called up for England Tests as replacements

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

Suryakumar Yadav received his maiden Test team call-up as he along with opener Prithvi Shaw were called up for India's upcoming Test series in England as replacements after three players were ruled out due to injury.

The Wait Continues For Tendulkar Jr

The Wait Continues For Tendulkar Jr

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Fingers crossed, Arjun could make his debut against the Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede stadium on Sunday, which, as it happens, is his pater's 49th birthday.

PIX: Jadeja, Rohit put India in control on Day 1

PIX: Jadeja, Rohit put India in control on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between India and Australia, at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur, on Thursday.

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Ashes is steeped in tradition but India versus Australia Test matches are bound by emotion.

Wrestler Ravi carries hopes of Nahri village to Tokyo Olympics

Wrestler Ravi carries hopes of Nahri village to Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The villagers have pinned their hopes for development on Ravi, whose success has much to do with the sacrifices and moral guidance of one man -- his father Rakesh Kumar Dahiya.

Suryakumar, Shaw to join Indian team in UK

Suryakumar, Shaw to join Indian team in UK

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Both Avesh and Washington sustained their injuries while turning up for County XI in the first-class warm-up game against their own side. This was done after multiple players in the home team were ruled out either due to injury or because of COVID-19 isolation.

Cirkus Review: Angoor Khatte Hain!

Cirkus Review: Angoor Khatte Hain!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Cirkus is boring and puerile, notes Sukanya Verma.

For Kohli, hostility has now turned to mutual respect

For Kohli, hostility has now turned to mutual respect

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

'They give you respect but they don't intrude in your private space. That's something that I adore about this country. It was tough early on when I came here. I have had confrontations but it has led to mutual respect'

AG gives consent for contempt proceedings against Kunal Kamra

AG gives consent for contempt proceedings against Kunal Kamra

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Venugopal further wrote: "The depiction of the two fingers, with the legend that he means the middle one, is to deliberately insult the Chief Justice of India which would equally be an insult to the Supreme Court of India itself, which the Chief Justice heads."

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Australia's blockbuster four-Test series against India will be the greatest challenge Pat Cummins has faced in his young captaincy as he looks to conquer the "final frontier".

'Not my president' chants ring out across America

'Not my president' chants ring out across America

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Trump's poll-defying win has sparked a wave of similar rallies across the country.

New-look India eye 'fresh' start in New Zealand

New-look India eye 'fresh' start in New Zealand

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India will aim to shed their archaic playing style for good with a 'young and fearless' bunch in the three-match T20I series against New Zealand, starting in Wellington on Friday.

Team mates will determine success of my captaincy: Kohli

Team mates will determine success of my captaincy: Kohli

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

Virat Kohli says his team mates will determine the success or otherwise of his captaincy when he takes charge of India in place of Mahendra Singh Dhoni for the first Test against Australia next month.

The Best Karan Johar Films On OTT

The Best Karan Johar Films On OTT

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Deepa Gahlot picks the top 10 Karan Johar films -- some that he directed and others that he produced or co-produced -- that you can watch on steaming platforms.

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

One of cricket's greatest players passed into the ages on Monday. Rediff.com salutes the legend.

Govt issues guidelines for reopening of gyms, yoga centres

Govt issues guidelines for reopening of gyms, yoga centres

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The guidelines lay down the processes and premises redesigning, including proper placement of equipments. Yoga institutes and gymnasiums have been asked to plan the floor area based on four metres squared per person.

Anita Dongre to close Lakme Fashion Week

Anita Dongre to close Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

The latest news and gossip from the fashion and entertainment industry.

What's Going Wrong For MI, CSK?

What's Going Wrong For MI, CSK?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Chennai and Mumbai have to win eight of their remaining 10 games to entertain hopes of making the play-offs in IPL 2022.