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3rd T20I: Can Tilak Varma impress before Iyer returns?

3rd T20I: Can Tilak Varma impress before Iyer returns?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

India aim to seal series as Tilak Varma looks for quality batting time

Shakhtar FC suggests Ukraine should replace Iran at WC

Shakhtar FC suggests Ukraine should replace Iran at WC

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

"This will be a fair decision that should draw the attention of the whole world to a regime that kills its best people and helps kill Ukrainians," Palkin said in a statement one day before his team plays at Celtic in the Champions League.

Sports Shorts: Indian men's hockey team achieves all-time highest ranking

Sports Shorts: Indian men's hockey team achieves all-time highest ranking

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday.

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Afghanistan will play India after becoming full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC) last year.

Heatwave broils Delhi, mercury hits 47 deg C in some parts

Heatwave broils Delhi, mercury hits 47 deg C in some parts

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange' alert.

No manager yet, Brazil's older players will need to step up!

No manager yet, Brazil's older players will need to step up!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Brazil's older players will have to step up to lead the team as they continue without a full time manager, defender Danilo said on Friday.

COVID-19 mayhem: What do we do? wonder fans...

COVID-19 mayhem: What do we do? wonder fans...

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Coronavirus crisis caused mass cancellations and postponements in the last three days, March was to be a busy sports month. But as things stand now, there is no live action there for the fans once the All England Championships of badminton wind up in Birmingham.

Sports Shorts: Sainz given three-place grid penalty for Russian GP

Sports Shorts: Sainz given three-place grid penalty for Russian GP

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday

F1: Ferrari's Sainz wins in Singapore to end Red Bull's run

F1: Ferrari's Sainz wins in Singapore to end Red Bull's run

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday to end Formula One leader Max Verstappen's record run of 10 wins in a row.

Australian Open crowds to be capped due to COVID

Australian Open crowds to be capped due to COVID

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Authorities battle a surge of cases in Melbourne.

Sports Shorts: Bengaluru FC beat Blasters; Marin keeps Hunters alive

Sports Shorts: Bengaluru FC beat Blasters; Marin keeps Hunters alive

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday

Rohit, Kohli hold the key for India against South Africa...

Rohit, Kohli hold the key for India against South Africa...

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

For the golden generation of Indian cricketers, this is their last chance to conquest what no other team could on eight previous tours.

India will continue to play to their strength in ACT

India will continue to play to their strength in ACT

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

'We have to convert our penalty corners successfully and aim at having at least two or three goals through the corner, besides creating the same amount of chances in every quarter.'

Defibrillator gives Dutchman Blind life-line ahead of WC quarters

Defibrillator gives Dutchman Blind life-line ahead of WC quarters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Blind, 32, has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) in his chest to detect an irregular heart beat and deliver a life-saving shock in the event of sudden cardiac arrest.

FIFA WC: England's Ben White out for personal reasons

FIFA WC: England's Ben White out for personal reasons

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

He missed training two days ago, with the FA saying he was ill.

World Cup: What is the OneLove armband, why did FIFA ban it?

World Cup: What is the OneLove armband, why did FIFA ban it?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The 'OneLove' armbands were originally launched in 2020 as part of an inclusiveness campaign by the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB).

Alcaraz one of the top favourites for French Open: Djokovic

Alcaraz one of the top favourites for French Open: Djokovic

Rediff.com12 May 2023

World No 1 Novak Djokovic said Carlos Alcaraz is the man to beat on clay and is one of the top title contenders for the French Open.

Bindra reckons three-year Olympic cycle tricky

Bindra reckons three-year Olympic cycle tricky

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

The athletes will now be left with a challenge of having less qualification events and quotas.

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Portugal play surprise package Morocco in the quarter-finals on Saturday and a visibly frustrated Santos took great pains to explain what happened behind the scenes to put the issue to bed.

Italy to allow fans at tennis, F1 and two Serie A games

Italy to allow fans at tennis, F1 and two Serie A games

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Professional sports events in Italy have been played without fans since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, although some supporters have been allowed into pre-season soccer friendlies.

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Djokovic will next face Sinner in what will be his 46th Grand Slam semi-final, equalling the record of eight-time champion Roger Federer.

Take a personal stand on war: Kostyuk tells Sabalenka

Take a personal stand on war: Kostyuk tells Sabalenka

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Marta Kostyuk said Aryna Sabalenka should take a stronger, more personal stand against the war.

Barty back at Aus Open in different role

Barty back at Aus Open in different role

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

"The best part is she just treats me like a normal person and we can relate in that regard and off-court is just as important as on court."

Politicians rally behind protesting wrestlers

Politicians rally behind protesting wrestlers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Wrestlers' protest take political colour, farmer leaders also support athletes

Fire-fighter Casemiro provides the spark for Brazil

Fire-fighter Casemiro provides the spark for Brazil

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Brazil defensive midfielder Casemiro took a break from putting out fires to score a scorching goal that sent his side into the last 16 of the World Cup with a 1-0 win over Switzerland.

Sports Shorts: India maul Malaysia to stay afloat in Azlan Shah Cup

Sports Shorts: India maul Malaysia to stay afloat in Azlan Shah Cup

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

World Cup: Raphinha anxious but wants to win for fans

World Cup: Raphinha anxious but wants to win for fans

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

"I don't see it as pressure, a team like Brazil is always a contender for the World Cup or any other title that they play for. The demand of the fans is normal because we are a high-quality team, with big names,"

Bahrain GP: Verstappen takes first pole of 2023

Bahrain GP: Verstappen takes first pole of 2023

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Max Verstappen leads Red Bull front row sweep in Bahrain

The best sports car you can buy in India

The best sports car you can buy in India

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Jaguar F-Type Coupe is an extremely fun car to play with but at the same time you have to be careful with its tail happy nature.

Why Indian Olympic Association is facing suspension...

Why Indian Olympic Association is facing suspension...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Concerned at the state of affairs of the Indian Olympic Association, the International Olympic Committee has threatened to suspend the governing body if it fails to conduct its election within the coming weeks.

This mom is in semis but still have nappies to change

This mom is in semis but still have nappies to change

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Maria became the sixth woman in the Open era to reach the Wimbledon semis after her 34th birthday.

PIX: Manchester City suffer shock loss to Southampton!

PIX: Manchester City suffer shock loss to Southampton!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Champions Manchester City crashed out of the League Cup after suffering a shock 2-0 defeat at struggling Southampton in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.

2021 will be a year of high hopes

2021 will be a year of high hopes

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

2021 has a lot to offer for sports lovers with the Tokyo Olympics topping the list.

Hockey India surprised by Batra's 'interference'

Hockey India surprised by Batra's 'interference'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

In his communication, Batra also pointed fingers towards the team management without specifying anything.

Sports Shorts: Ibra shows sensitive side after winning Gold Ball

Sports Shorts: Ibra shows sensitive side after winning Gold Ball

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been named Sweden's footballer of the year for the ninth time and although his eighth victory in a row came as no shock, his acceptance speech showing a more sensitive side surprised many.

From playmaker to pacemaker, how ICD could save Eriksen's career

From playmaker to pacemaker, how ICD could save Eriksen's career

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The Danish FA announced that Eriksen would have an ICD fitted.

Neeraj Chopra needs 'one perfect day' to breach 90m mark

Neeraj Chopra needs 'one perfect day' to breach 90m mark

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Neeraj Chopra had fallen agonisingly short of the 90m mark, throwing the spear to a distance of 89.94m at the Diamond League meet in Stockholm.

How a determined father put Sankar on World C'ships podium

How a determined father put Sankar on World C'ships podium

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Sankar's father Subramanian encouraged him to drop out of the schooling system at an early age and pushed him to play in the upper age groups and senior circuits.

Never-Before-Seen IPL Broadcast Battle

Never-Before-Seen IPL Broadcast Battle

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Disney-Star is positioning IPL as a "big-screen experience" where families and friends can come together over a game of cricket, much the way football is consumed in Europe and other parts of the world.

New Zealand shooter kills two ahead of Women's Soccer World Cup

New Zealand shooter kills two ahead of Women's Soccer World Cup

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

New Zealand shooter kills two on eve of Women's Soccer World Cup