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Southgate to coach England until 2022 World Cup

Southgate to coach England until 2022 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Southgate, who had two years left on his deal, will now lead England into the Euro 2020 tournament and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Optimistic media celebrate England's World Cup semi-final spot

Optimistic media celebrate England's World Cup semi-final spot

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Goals from Harry Maguire and Dele Alli gave Gareth Southgate's side a deserved 2-0 last-eight win over Sweden on Saturday, and they must now prepare to take on Croatia in three days time for a spot in the World Cup final.

Indian men's hockey team to tour Europe as part of Olympic prep

Indian men's hockey team to tour Europe as part of Olympic prep

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The men's team last participated in an international competition in February last year when they played the FIH Hockey Pro League matches against Australia in Bhubaneswar.

Got no demons in my head now, says Maxwell

Got no demons in my head now, says Maxwell

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Glenn Maxwell thanked Cricket Australia for supporting him and insisted that he had greatly benefited from the break.

EPL: What you must not miss this weekend

EPL: What you must not miss this weekend

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

The much-anticipated clash between Liverpool and ManchesterCity at Anfield on Saturday looks like a knockout to determine who can challenge Chelsea for the Premier League title.

Williamson is the BEST player at World Cup

Williamson is the BEST player at World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

His side's passage to the final was in large due to the work put in both in the field and at the crease, with few players reading conditions quite like the Kiwi skipper.

'Pakistan's passion will help them beat India in U-19 World Cup'

'Pakistan's passion will help them beat India in U-19 World Cup'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Former Pakistan batsman and current Under-19 head coach Ejaz Ahmed feels that his side can beat defending champions and arch-rivals India in the forthcoming ICC Under-19 World Cup, beginning in South Africa on January 17. Ejaz, who has played 60 Test and 250 ODIs, was head coach of the Pakistan Emerging side which beat India before eventually winning the title in Bangladesh last year.

Can England repeat their 2012 Test series triumph in India?

Can England repeat their 2012 Test series triumph in India?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

He was among the key plotters of England's historic 2012 Test triumph in India and former coach Andy Flower sees no reason why an encore is not possible this year as he believes the visitors have enough 'formidable players' to challenge the upbeat hosts.

Waqar not expecting immediate Amir impact

Waqar not expecting immediate Amir impact

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Pakistan head coach Waqar Younis has admitted that he is impressed by Mohammad Amir in training but expressed that he doesn't expect the tainted fast bowler, who has been named in the national squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour, to make an immediate impact.

West Indies Tests: Ishant, Ashwin to undergo fitness test on September 29

West Indies Tests: Ishant, Ashwin to undergo fitness test on September 29

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

In case Ravichandran Ashwin is ruled out, the Indian team management's preferred choice is Yuzvendra Chahal.

Soccer: Spalletti named Napoli coach as Gattuso's successor

Soccer: Spalletti named Napoli coach as Gattuso's successor

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Juventus rehire Allegri.

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here's the second part of guide to a year that will soon become history.

Focus on Rohit, Rahul in Sri Lanka practice match

Focus on Rohit, Rahul in Sri Lanka practice match

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

All the Indian batsmen and bowlers will get a look in and skipper Virat Kohli is expected to decide his best possible combination for the playing eleven for the first Test depending on their performances in the coming two days.

No World C'ships for Chitra after IAAF rejects AFI's request

No World C'ships for Chitra after IAAF rejects AFI's request

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

The AFI had on Saturday requested the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to consider Chitra's case after Sports Minister Vijay Goel asked the national federation to honour the Kerala High Court directive.

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Root thanks England fan over phone for his support.

'Shastri has moulded India into world beaters'

'Shastri has moulded India into world beaters'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'I am particularly happy that an Indian has done such a superb job as the coach because people always talk about foreign coaches, but Shastri has dashed all those views.'

Kohli rested for Bangladesh T20Is; Rohit to lead

Kohli rested for Bangladesh T20Is; Rohit to lead

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

Sanju Samson replaced Virat Kohli for the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, while Mumbai all-rounder Shivam Dube earned his maiden call-up to the Indian team.

Bolstered batting could be game-changer for Kings Punjab

Bolstered batting could be game-changer for Kings Punjab

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Here is a look at the team that will open its campaign against Rajasthan Royals in Mumbai on April 12.

IPL: How Do The Players Get Paid?

IPL: How Do The Players Get Paid?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Will Ishan Kishan get Rs 15.25 crore for one year, or for three years? Do the players get their IPL payments, whether it is in full or in part, and what is the payment schedule? Harish Kotian/Rediff.com explains all you need to know about IPL player payments.

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday.

Bangladesh name uncapped spinner for Windies Test

Bangladesh name uncapped spinner for Windies Test

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

Bangladesh have named uncapped off-spinner Shohag Gazi in their 14-member squad for the first Test against West Indies beginning in Dhaka on Tuesday.

Ajmal declines PCB's farewell offer, says I'm not quitting

Ajmal declines PCB's farewell offer, says I'm not quitting

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Veteran Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has declined Pakistan Cricket Board's offer of a 'fitting send-off', saying he still has a lot to contribute to the game and his country. A tweet from PCB executive committee chairman Najam Sethi over the weekend raised speculation that Ajmal and fellow veteran Shahid Afridi were set to announce their retirement from the international game.

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Young Bangladesh pacer Kazi Anik Islam has been handed a two-year ban by the Bangladesh Cricket Board for failing a dope test in 2018. Kazi, who was Bangladesh's leading wicket-taker in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, tested positive for Methamphetamine, a prohibited substance, during a National Cricket League game in the same year. The 21-year-old admitted to the offence.

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Each year the nation is glued to its television screen as the country shows off its might at the Republic Day parade. However, it takes much practice with sessions starting 5 am, and dedication of the participating paramilitary jawans, other participants and behind-the-scenes helpers -- labourers, cleaners and security staff, among others -- who brave the relentless Delhi chill to make the parade a flawless spectacle.

This team made lasting impression despite early exit

This team made lasting impression despite early exit

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Peru made a positive and lasting impression all-round, whether for their enterprising performances or their travelling army of joyous fans

From Hyderabad to Delhi, India celebrates I-Day

From Hyderabad to Delhi, India celebrates I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

From children to soldiers, everyone in India marked the 72nd Independence Day with much vigour and zeal. Here are glimpses of the celebrations from across the nation.

Struggling Sri Lanka head to World Cup with point to prove

Struggling Sri Lanka head to World Cup with point to prove

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Sri Lankan cricket and the island's once-powerful side arrive at the World Cup struggling for form under a newly appointed captain who has played a single One-day international since 2015.

Cricket Buzz: Aus recall White as Lynn replacement for England ODIs

Cricket Buzz: Aus recall White as Lynn replacement for England ODIs

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

A calf injury to explosive batsman Lynn opened an unlikely door for 34-year-old White, who played the last of his 88 ODIs in 2015 and has since been critical of a pro-youth policy he felt did not reward the performance of senior players.

BCCI showcause Karthik for breach of central contract

BCCI showcause Karthik for breach of central contract

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

The BCCI issued a showcause notice to out-of-favour India player Dinesh Karthik for attending a promotional event of the Caribbean Premier League.

Miandad slams Inzamam's selection committee as 'one-man show'

Miandad slams Inzamam's selection committee as 'one-man show'

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Former Pakistan skipper Javed Miandad has slammed the newly-appointed Inzamam-ul-Haq led national selection committee by describing it as a 'one-man show'. Inzamam was appointed as the Pakistan chief selector in a major overhaul of the team after Haroon Rasheed-led committee was sacked by the country's cricket board following the team's dismal World T20 performance in India. 46-year-old Inzamam had shortlisted former cricketers Tauseef Ahmed, Wasim Haider and Wajahatullah Wasti as a part of the new selection panel. According to Miandad, Inzamam has roped in all the yes men in his committee, the Dawn reports.

Limping Australia look forward to England 'blockbuster'

Limping Australia look forward to England 'blockbuster'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

Australia captain Aaron Finch is relishing a "blockbuster" Cricket World Cup semi-final against England at Edgbaston on Thursday but injury concerns threaten to derail the plans of the defending champions.

How Pakistan plans to copy India's Dravid formula

How Pakistan plans to copy India's Dravid formula

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board is planning to hire some former players as coaches and managers of the national age group teams, taking inspiration from the success that India has achieved with Rahul Dravid in a similar role.

Why US women's soccer team filed gender discrimination suit

Why US women's soccer team filed gender discrimination suit

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

US women's soccer team say lawsuit about more than money

Easwaran reveals how Kohli and Rohit practice

Easwaran reveals how Kohli and Rohit practice

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Easwaran opened up on his hopes from the UK tour and what he has learned from the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma by watching them closely in the India nets.

Indian women relay team remains in hunt for Rio qualification

Indian women relay team remains in hunt for Rio qualification

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

The Indian women 4x400m relay quartet of Jauna Murmu, Ashwini Akkunji, Anilda Thomas and M R Poovamma enhanced its Rio Olympic Games qualification chances by winning a gold medal at the PTS athletics Grand Prix with an impressive timing of 3:31.39.

Here's how Australia aims to improve their T20 fortunes

Here's how Australia aims to improve their T20 fortunes

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

Cricket Australia (CA) named Trevor Hohns as the full-time chairman of its National Selection Panel on Friday, effecting a structural change to improve the rankings of the underperforming Twenty20 side.

Warne expects returning Smith to be back to his best

Warne expects returning Smith to be back to his best

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

'He (Smith) will be so excited to turn up and play cricket. That's what he loves doing and that's what he is very, very good at. Smith and Warner are two of the best players in world cricket, I think Smith will be giving a lot and integrate with the team'

Indian men's hockey coach sacked!

Indian men's hockey coach sacked!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Indian men's hockey coach Harendra Singh wa, on Wednesday, sacked from the position following a disappointing 2018 and offered the task of helming the junior squad by the national federation.

Jaffer should be your role model: MCA chief

Jaffer should be your role model: MCA chief

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

A day after the national selectors ignored prolific batsman Wasim Jaffer for the Indian squad for the first two Tests against Australia, the opener earned praise from the president of Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) Ravi Savant for his consistent performance.

Pak pacer Junaid Khan furious over rumours of England switch

Pak pacer Junaid Khan furious over rumours of England switch

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Left-arm pacer Junaid Khan on Wednesday shrugged off rumours about him considering options regarding switching to England cricket team after being repeatedly ignored by Pakistan selectors. The reports stated that Junaid is looking to permanently settle in England and gradually represent The Three Lions in international cricket. The left-arm pacer admitted that he was immensely disappointed for not being selected for Pakistan's upcoming England tour.