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I don't really think we have an advantage: Kotak

I don't really think we have an advantage: Kotak

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'If you don't play well, then you can't complain. And if you play well, there is no point in saying whether you got an advantage or not.'

Cook happy with practice preparation

Cook happy with practice preparation

Rediff.com11 Nov 2012

England could not get what would have been a morale-boosting win but England captain Alastair Cook said he was happy with the team's preparations ahead of the opening Test against India starting November 15.

15-year-old Kartik stuns golf world, makes Asian Tour history

15-year-old Kartik stuns golf world, makes Asian Tour history

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

15-year-old Indian amateur golfer Kartik Singh made history by becoming the youngest player from the subcontinent to make the cut in an Asian Tour event at the International Series India.

Back from injury, Bumrah just wants to enjoy the game

Back from injury, Bumrah just wants to enjoy the game

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah says he never tries to "over-teach" the younger lot and steps in to help only when asked to avoid burdening them with information.

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Sachin Yadav, who will be competing in his first international competition in the Asian Championships, is considered the next big thing in men's javelin after Neeraj Chopra.

Bat. Ball. Brilliance. Sunil Narine reignites KKR's playoff dream

Bat. Ball. Brilliance. Sunil Narine reignites KKR's playoff dream

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Bee Gees' 'Stayin' Alive, Stayin' Alive' could've been the soundtrack of the night - because Sunil Narine made sure Kolkata Knight Riders were doing just that.

5 Ways To Spend Quality Time With Family

5 Ways To Spend Quality Time With Family

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Irrespective of how busy your schedule is, we should always take out some time for the family, away from the gadgets that distance us, says Dr Upneet Kaur.

Nepal Cricket Scales New Heights With T20 League

Nepal Cricket Scales New Heights With T20 League

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Nepal takes game to new heights with T20 league

'Vaibhav will break into Indian team in 1-2 years'

'Vaibhav will break into Indian team in 1-2 years'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Suryavanshi has already played for India U-19s and made his first-class debut in January 2024.

Can Bengaluru FC return to winning ways against Odisha?

Can Bengaluru FC return to winning ways against Odisha?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The Blues will look to bounce back and stay in the hunt for the first spot, though they now trail the top-placed Mohun Bagan Super Giant (36) by eight points (28), slightly undoing their impressive run in the earlier parts of the season.

Dhawan: Bangladesh tour is practical World Cup prep

Dhawan: Bangladesh tour is practical World Cup prep

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

While only two games produced results in the composite six-match white-ball series in New Zealand owing to rain, Dhawan hoped that the weather will be better in Bangladesh.

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Rediff.com12 May 2025

What's interesting is now fans are questioning the reasons and persons behind their retirements.

'Kagiso is now back having served the time'

'Kagiso is now back having served the time'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

GT's director of cricket Vikram Solanki. asserted that all procedures were followed by the concerned parties in this case as the 29-year-old Rabada trained with Gujarat Titans ahead of their clash against Mumbai Indians.

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'I was preparing for this moment for a long time and I am happy that it worked out the way I wanted.'

Can Norrie halt history-chasing Djokovic?

Can Norrie halt history-chasing Djokovic?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'Every time I step onto this court I'm playing for history.'

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

There is no guarantee that if we speak in only Indian languages, all our faults will be washed away and India will shine. Why then do they bully and belittle the English-speaking? asks Shyam G Menon.

From Rs 600 To $300: Varun Chakravathy's Wild Journey

From Rs 600 To $300: Varun Chakravathy's Wild Journey

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'After I am done with cricket, my first goal is to direct a movie.'

Century in practice match a big confidence booster: Pant

Century in practice match a big confidence booster: Pant

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

India wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant says the hundred that he struck in the recently-concluded pink-ball warm-up game against Australia A was just the confidence-booster he needed ahead of the Test series against Australia, starting on December 17.

'I want to make yoga an Olympic sport'

'I want to make yoga an Olympic sport'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'I want to say to my Muslim friends that if they want to free Islam from the curse of terrorism, they have to embrace spirituality and yoga helps that. Yoga promotes serenity.'

'Forget Money. Even Credits Are Missing'

'Forget Money. Even Credits Are Missing'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

'Session musicians, background singers, and studio instrumentalists fill out the sound of India's biggest hits. But their names rarely show up on screen.' 'Their royalties never arrive. And their contribution, no matter how iconic, vanishes once the track is mastered.'

How Dravid shaped Samson's career as a Royal...

How Dravid shaped Samson's career as a Royal...

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Sanju Samson, who will be leading Rajasthan Royals for a fifth successive year, credits Rahul Dravid's leadership as a major influence on his own approach.

Seen Dhoni's Helicopter Shot?

Seen Dhoni's Helicopter Shot?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Dhoni took on Sri Lankan pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana and sent the ball flying with a vintage finish.

Can PSG overcome Inter to win first Champions League title?

Can PSG overcome Inter to win first Champions League title?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

PSG's focus on unity, tactical discipline and collective effort has drawn widespread plaudits ahead of their showdown with Inter Milan, who eliminated Barcelona after a thrilling semi-final.

'Fearless batters are pushing powerplay scores up'

'Fearless batters are pushing powerplay scores up'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Gujarat Titans' assistant coach Parthiv Patel on Friday said 'fearlessness' among batters was the reason for the huge powerplay scores in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

Is this why IPL teams are struggling at home?

Is this why IPL teams are struggling at home?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Home advantage is not prevalent because teams, players are new after big auction: Dravid

'With guys like Ashwin, lack of game time isn't a concern'

'With guys like Ashwin, lack of game time isn't a concern'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin finds himself in contention for a World Cup spot despite lack of game time but it doesn't concern skipper Rohit Sharma one bit.

Adaptability, awareness key to Rahul's 'home' success

Adaptability, awareness key to Rahul's 'home' success

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

'This is my ground, my home, (I) know this (ground) better than anyone else. Something I have always done with my preparation is that I always try to adapt to different wickets.'

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

CSA's director Enoch Nkwe changed his stance, saying higher-level talks were happening between CSA, the BCCI, and IPL franchises, suggesting CSA had little choice in the matter.

French Open PIX: Alcaraz advances; Osaka knocked out

French Open PIX: Alcaraz advances; Osaka knocked out

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Defending champions Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz powered into the second round of the French Open on Monday.

Good news for India as Shami bowls for an hour in the nets

Good news for India as Shami bowls for an hour in the nets

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Shami has been steadily rebuilding his form through domestic cricket. Making his Ranji Trophy return last November, he guided Bengal to a season-opening victory with a match haul of seven wickets.

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

India can field three top quality teams because of IPL: DK

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'Right now, India is in a very privileged place where they have such a good assortment of cricketers across skill sets.'

Daggubatti, Deverakonda, booked for promoting betting apps

Daggubatti, Deverakonda, booked for promoting betting apps

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Six Telugu film actors, including Rana Daggubati, Prakash Raj, and Vijay Deverkonda, along with 19 social media influencers have been booked for allegedly promoting betting apps. A businessman filed a complaint alleging that the celebrities and influencers were promoting these apps on social media through pop-up ads and other means. The police registered a case under relevant sections of the BNS, Gaming Act, and IT Act based on the complaint and are planning to issue notices to those named in the FIR.

'There Is Competition With Pant'

'There Is Competition With Pant'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'There is always a temptation for the captain and the coach to decide whether to play him or me.'

'This Guy Wanted Me Dropped From The Team'

'This Guy Wanted Me Dropped From The Team'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

'Such things happen, and not everything deserves a reaction. I played and played well and that's what matters.'

Why Kuldeep is fascinated by Noor's fast-paced googly

Why Kuldeep is fascinated by Noor's fast-paced googly

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Kuldeep and Noor have been in good form for their respective teams and a lot will hinge on them when Delhi Capitals take on Chennai Super Kings in an away game in Chennai on Saturday.

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli began training with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of his eagerly-awaited Ranji Trophy comeback after a 12-year gap.

Jitu Rai's 'basic tips' turn teen shooter into World champ

Jitu Rai's 'basic tips' turn teen shooter into World champ

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Suruchi Singh, an 18-year-old shooting sensation, has been making waves in the world of shooting. After winning a flurry of medals at India's top domestic competitions, Suruchi's next step was international success.

'I hope these two finish the IPL without concerns'

'I hope these two finish the IPL without concerns'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

'If we have a fully fit team going to England, we'll have a great series there.'

Settle your mind: Manjrekar warns Kohli

Settle your mind: Manjrekar warns Kohli

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes Virat Kohli needs to relax and not overthink his form ahead of India's crucial Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan.

Confident KKR face resurgent LSG in battle of equals

Confident KKR face resurgent LSG in battle of equals

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

For the home side, it has been a season of mixed returns so far. After early defeats to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians, KKR roared back to form in their last outing -- a commanding win over Sunrisers Hyderabad.