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Sabalenka loses US Open final but leaves New York on top of the world

Sabalenka loses US Open final but leaves New York on top of the world

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Sabalenka will overtake Poland's Iga Swiatek when the new rankings are updated on Monday

Jhulan, Heather, Knight, Eoin Morgan join MCC World Cricket Committee

Jhulan, Heather, Knight, Eoin Morgan join MCC World Cricket Committee

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The WCC will meet on Monday and Tuesday at Lord's ahead of the second Ashes Test between England and Australia, with various outputs from the meeting to be communicated after the conclusion of the match.

'We've made our country proud'

'We've made our country proud'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

'I told you I was confident we'd do it.'

When Smoke Shrouded Washington

When Smoke Shrouded Washington

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Glimpses of Washington, DC, blanketed by haze and smoke caused by wildfires in Canada.

Gujarat: Pak man who got Indian citizenship in 2005 held for spying

Gujarat: Pak man who got Indian citizenship in 2005 held for spying

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

ATS has found that Labhshankar Maheshwari, a native of Pakistan who was granted Indian citizenship in 2005, had agreed to be part of the conspiracy to expedite the visa process for him, his wife and two other family members wanting to visit the neighbouring country to meet relatives.

Moeen comes out of Test retirement, added to Ashes squad

Moeen comes out of Test retirement, added to Ashes squad

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Moeen made his Test debut in 2014 and played his last Test against India at the Oval in September 2021. He scored 2,914 runs in 64 Tests at an average of 28.29, and picked up 195 wickets with his off-spin.

US, Mexico to submit bid to co-host 2027 Women's World Cup

US, Mexico to submit bid to co-host 2027 Women's World Cup

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

US Soccer (USSF) and Mexico's football federation (FMF) have until May 19 to formally submit their 'Bidding Agreement'.

'There are moments when I go through crazy anxiety'

'There are moments when I go through crazy anxiety'

Rediff.com29 May 2023

'If you can figure out the purpose of Cannes and make it a sartorial as well as an intellectual experience, then you have got it right.'

Revisiting the 1987 WC semis: A tearful Maninder, an upset Azhar

Revisiting the 1987 WC semis: A tearful Maninder, an upset Azhar

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'People till date say Gooch swept us out of the game. But if anyone watches that game, you will see that there were times when he was beaten for turn and the ball missed the stumps by a whisker. There were times he missed some straight balls going for sweep but in the pre-DRS days, you didn't get front-foot LBW in those days.'

PIX: Topley takes six as England thump India to level series

PIX: Topley takes six as England thump India to level series

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

England's Reece Topley recorded career-best figures of 6/24 as the hosts roared back in style after their drubbing in the first one-day international against India to level the three-match series with a 100-run win in the second game on Thursday.

Record-breaker Djokovic 'living his childhood dream'

Record-breaker Djokovic 'living his childhood dream'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

As he continues to live his dream, Novak Djokovic is also staking his claim to the mantle of greatest tennis player of all time.

Kharge skips I-Day event at Red Fort, cites eye problem

Kharge skips I-Day event at Red Fort, cites eye problem

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Kharge, however, unfurled the national flag at his residence and later at the Congress headquarters where the Independence Day function was also attended by Rahul Gandhi and other Congress leaders.

The FABULOUS Life of Vijay Deverakonda

The FABULOUS Life of Vijay Deverakonda

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Namrata Thakker takes a look at his FABULOUS life through Instagram feed as he celebrates his 34th birthday.

Ronaldo's influence off the charts; Messi hot on his heels

Ronaldo's influence off the charts; Messi hot on his heels

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo has yet again left the competition behind as the five-time Ballon D'Or winner was named Instagram's top earner for the third year in a row.

Skipper Pujara hits ton for Sussex ahead of WTC final

Skipper Pujara hits ton for Sussex ahead of WTC final

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Cheteshwar Pujara, leading Sussex, scored a century in the first innings against Durham in the the County Championship Division Two match.

Kohli, Gill, SKY Enjoy FA Club Final

Kohli, Gill, SKY Enjoy FA Club Final

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav took a break from practice to watch the the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United on Saturday, June 3, 2023.

The impact rule is more a substitute rule, Hesson reckons

The impact rule is more a substitute rule, Hesson reckons

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Teams can also review wide and no balls in the upcoming IPL, and Hesson said it's a welcome move.

'ChatGPT' Vivek Ramaswamy in 2nd spot behind Trump after US debate

'ChatGPT' Vivek Ramaswamy in 2nd spot behind Trump after US debate

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and a Republican presidential aspirant have called his fellow rival Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy a guy who sounds like ChatGPT and described him as an "amateur" Barack Obama.

Outrage at Madrid Open's sexist trophy ceremony

Outrage at Madrid Open's sexist trophy ceremony

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Pegula upset with Madrid organisers after finalists denied speeches

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.

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Ali admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Andy Pycroft of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees

Near-term headwinds may delay UPL recovery

Near-term headwinds may delay UPL recovery

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

UPL, the country's largest agrochemical company, had a weak July-September quarter (Q2), reporting a sharp fall in revenues across geographies. Overall, the revenues were down 19 per cent on the back of lower agrochemical prices and inventory destocking. While the overall volumes were down 7 per cent, prices fell by 15 per cent. Volume decline in the European market was on the back of high channel inventory and product bans while in India the fall by 27 per cent was on account of muted demand for segments such as cotton and pulses.

Vivek Ramaswamy 'will pardon peaceful Jan 6 protesters'

Vivek Ramaswamy 'will pardon peaceful Jan 6 protesters'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed that he will pardon all peaceful January 6 protesters if he gets elected as the next United States president in 2024.

Why Brian McMillan has stayed away from cricket

Why Brian McMillan has stayed away from cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Disillusioned with the 'politics' in South African cricket administration, Brian McMillan decided to stay away from the game.

Hussey hails Dube's ability to smash big sixes

Hussey hails Dube's ability to smash big sixes

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Michael Hussey said big-hitting batter Shivam Dube is a unique talent

'Liger Is Kickass, Sir'

'Liger Is Kickass, Sir'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Our hero is strong and you must have seen the mother, she is stronger.' 'And Mike Tyson is the strongest!'

Gasp! Bizarre, Stunning Met Gala Looks

Gasp! Bizarre, Stunning Met Gala Looks

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Fashion and style were celebrated at the 2022 Met Gala with celebs walking the red carpet in their fanciest looks.

Sara Creates Magic At Cannes!

Sara Creates Magic At Cannes!

Rediff.com18 May 2023

A monochrome beaded bralette blouse with a saree styled skirt draped over her arm -- also created by Abu-Sandeep -- for the day two photoshoot.

Siddaramaiah snatches mike during wordy duel with woman party worker

Siddaramaiah snatches mike during wordy duel with woman party worker

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

As he faced flak, the senior Congress leader later said the incident was accidental, devoid of any mal-intent and that the woman was like his sister.

Who Wins The Fashion Grand Slam?

Who Wins The Fashion Grand Slam?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

The real fashion standout is Carlos Alcaraz, the 20-year-old sensation, who has adopted a unique sleeveless look.

Mike Hussey, Raina destroy Rajasthan

Mike Hussey, Raina destroy Rajasthan

Rediff.com4 May 2011

Defending champions Chennai Super Kings rode on a 137-run partnership between Michael Hussey and Suresh Raina to easily defeat Rajasthan Royals and maintain their unbeaten record at home in the fourth season of the Indian Premier League on Wednesday.

Why Trudeau Cannot Ignore Canadian Sikhs

Why Trudeau Cannot Ignore Canadian Sikhs

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Sikhs have more in the way of domestic clout and electoral representation in Canada than they do in India. No politician in Ottawa can ignore the concerns of a community with this level of representation, notes Devangshu Datta.

CA chief Henderson to quit, Baird to replace him next year

CA chief Henderson to quit, Baird to replace him next year

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Current Board member Baird has received the unanimous endorsement from fellow CA directors and state chairs to take up the charge next February, making him the fourth chair in less than 18 months.

Alia's White Debut At The Met Gala

Alia's White Debut At The Met Gala

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Alia Bhatt got her Met Gala debut right, as she walked the red carpet in a stunning white Prabal Gurung gown.

Clinton, Tyson, Jackman cheer Serena

Clinton, Tyson, Jackman cheer Serena

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Eager to witness what many felt would be Serena Williams's final competitive match, thousands of fans poured into the Arthur Ashe stadium.

Edgbaston pitch was kryptonite for me: Anderson

Edgbaston pitch was kryptonite for me: Anderson

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

'If all the pitches are like that I'm done in the Ashes series.'

Jack Leach Blow! England scrambles for solution ahead of Ashes

Jack Leach Blow! England scrambles for solution ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Leach was ruled out of the five-match series on Sunday due to a stress fracture in his back

PIX, Women's T20 WC: SA edge England to set up Aus final

PIX, Women's T20 WC: SA edge England to set up Aus final

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

IMAGES from the Women's T20 World Cup 2nd semi-final between South Africa and England in Cape Town on Friday.

Another injury setback for RCB

Another injury setback for RCB

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Topley, if sidelined for a longer duration, will join the likes of right-handed batter Rajat Patidar and fast bowler Josh Hazlewood on the bench. While Patidar, nursing a heel injury, is set to miss at least the first half of IPL, Hazlewood is likely to miss the first seven matches.

When Kamala Harris Kissed On Stage

When Kamala Harris Kissed On Stage

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

On Election Day eve, November 7, Kamala Devi Harris was in her native California campaigning at a Get Out The Vote event on the UCLA campus.