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What England must work on to clinch the Test series vs India

What England must work on to clinch the Test series vs India

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

Like all other Englishmen, Geoffrey Boycott is also delighted with England's terrific turnaround in the ongoing series against India.

Resilient Cook whips up winning recipe!

Resilient Cook whips up winning recipe!

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

England coach Peter Moores is impressed with the way Alastair Cook led his team out of a lengthy slump and praised his battle-hardened skipper's resilience.

Barcelona dumped out of Europe again in latest continental setback

Barcelona dumped out of Europe again in latest continental setback

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Barcelona have reached the semis only once since winning the Champions League in 2014-15.

Stats: Dhoni surpasses Dada's record in England

Stats: Dhoni surpasses Dada's record in England

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Statistical highlights of the opening day's play in the foruth Test between India and England.

Anderson has no need to change aggressive style, says Cook

Anderson has no need to change aggressive style, says Cook

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Paceman James Anderson has no need to tone down his aggression when England and India renew their rivalry in the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester on Thursday, according to captain Alastair Cook.

After Ishant, will injury rule Bhuvi too out of fourth Test?

After Ishant, will injury rule Bhuvi too out of fourth Test?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's swollen ankle has the Indian team management worried ahead of the fourth Test against England, starting at Old Trafford on August 7.

PHOTOS: Best sports moments of 2011 - Part 2

PHOTOS: Best sports moments of 2011 - Part 2

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

The second in a series of slideshows that showcase the best sporting images of 2011.

United's Rooney has asked for a transfer: Ferguson

United's Rooney has asked for a transfer: Ferguson

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has asked for a transfer, the Premier League champions' manager Alex Ferguson said on Sunday.

Moyes enjoys late victory straight out of Fergie manual

Moyes enjoys late victory straight out of Fergie manual

Rediff.com27 Oct 2013

It is unlikely David Moyes has had time to read Alex Ferguson's latest autobiography yet but the way his Manchester United pulled a victory from the jaws of defeat on Saturday was straight out of the old master's manual.

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Jose Mourinho's agent has dismissed as 'absolutely ridiculous and totally absurd' a report that the Portuguese wrote a 'love letter' to Manchester United to trumpet his case to be their next manager.

Man United-Brighton clash postponed due to COVID-19

Man United-Brighton clash postponed due to COVID-19

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

The Premier League found a record 42 cases of COVID-19 among players and staff at various clubs over the past week.

United and Chelsea beaten as Liverpool go second

United and Chelsea beaten as Liverpool go second

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Champions Manchester United's hopes of retaining their English Premier League title suffered another major setback on Saturday when they were beaten 1-0 at Old Trafford by a composed Newcastle United.

World Cup semi-final loss to NZ still haunts us: Rahul

World Cup semi-final loss to NZ still haunts us: Rahul

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The Virat Kohli-led side was the favourite going into the semi-final against eventual runners-up New Zealand but lost the crucial contest by 18 runs.

'Motivated' Manchester United go through grind on Champions League return

'Motivated' Manchester United go through grind on Champions League return

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

'Being back in the Champions League is going back to the natural habitat. Manchester United (have been there) season after season'

3 things Leicester can do to start winning again

3 things Leicester can do to start winning again

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

After a string of defeats, defender Danny Simpson admits that Leicester City is struggling. Here is how they can do better

Why United's Rooney may struggle to get back into playing eleven

Why United's Rooney may struggle to get back into playing eleven

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

If Manchester United's performance in a 4-1 rout of English champions Leicester City on Saturday is anything to go by, Wayne Rooney may struggle to get back into the starting eleven. Dropped by manager Jose Mourinho to the substitutes' bench after a series of poor performances, Rooney made a cameo appearance after he replaced Marcus Rashford in the 83rd minute. Although the club captain struck a positive note as he waved and applauded the fans as he headed down the tunnel, his role as the team's driving force is under serious threat after United thrived with Juan Mata filling his position superbly.

Why are these men flying?

Why are these men flying?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The most encouraging takeaway from the India-Pakistan game was Kuldeep Yadav's return to form.

Kohli beats Sachin, fastest to 11,000 ODI runs

Kohli beats Sachin, fastest to 11,000 ODI runs

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

Kohli reached the 11,000 mark in 222 innings -- beating the previous record held by compatriot Sachin Tendulkar who took 276 innings to rack up that total.

Pak TV ad for WC clash against India mocks IAF pilot Abhinandan

Pak TV ad for WC clash against India mocks IAF pilot Abhinandan

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

A Pakistan TV channel mocked the captivity of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman in Pakistan.

EPL: Rashford scores again as Man United win at Leeds

EPL: Rashford scores again as Man United win at Leeds

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho earned Manchester United a hard-fought 2-0 win

'King' Cantona inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame

'King' Cantona inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Cantona scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 156 Premier League matches for Leeds United and Man Utd, earning him the nickname "The King" among Man United fans.

World waiting for Real v Man United clash, says Mourinho

World waiting for Real v Man United clash, says Mourinho

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho ran the rule over Manchester United on Sunday before declaring that Wednesday's Champions League clash between the sides was "the match the world is waiting for".

Can Warne's magic rescue struggling Aussies?

Can Warne's magic rescue struggling Aussies?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Struggling Australia have turned to Shane Warne to help their spinners ahead of the make-or-break third Ashes Test at Old Trafford.

Brand Sachin pads up for advertising field

Brand Sachin pads up for advertising field

Rediff.com21 Mar 2012

Sachin Tendulkar endorsed health drink Boost after his match-winning performance against England at Old Trafford in 1990.

Manchester United sack manager David Moyes; Giggs is interim manager

Manchester United sack manager David Moyes; Giggs is interim manager

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

David Moyes, who has only been in charge of Manchester United since July, paid the price for a hugely disappointing season on Tuesday when it was announced that he has left the club.

3rd Ashes Test: Anderson left out as England go unchanged

3rd Ashes Test: Anderson left out as England go unchanged

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Anderson, who is recuperating from a right calf injury, will feature against Leicestershire in a three-day friendly match starting on Tuesday.

EPL PHOTOS: Manchester City embarrass United; Arsenal held

EPL PHOTOS: Manchester City embarrass United; Arsenal held

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

A clinical double from Edin Dzeko helped Manchester City move second in the Premier League with a 3-0 win at Manchester United on Tuesday while Arsenal's title hopes all but evaporated in a 2-2 draw with Swansea City.

Waqar hails Pakistan's 'fearless cricket'

Waqar hails Pakistan's 'fearless cricket'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

A convincing win over South Africa kept alive Pakistan's chances of reaching the semi-finals with three more matches to go.

United boss Moyes hopes for start of change in fortune

United boss Moyes hopes for start of change in fortune

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Manchester United kept their season alive by reaching the Champions League quarter-finals with a memorable victory over Olympiakos Piraeus on Wednesday, but under-pressure manager David Moyes was not getting too carried away.

EPL PHOTOS: Gerrard-inspired Liverpool thrash United; Arsenal win

EPL PHOTOS: Gerrard-inspired Liverpool thrash United; Arsenal win

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Van Gaal's Manchester United regaining reputation as entertainers

Van Gaal's Manchester United regaining reputation as entertainers

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Manchester United may still be some way from the team that won 13 league titles under Alex Ferguson, but a combination of exciting attacking players and suspect defense means they are regaining the club's reputation for great entertainment.

EPL: Van Gaal's United lose opener, Arsenal off to a winning start

EPL: Van Gaal's United lose opener, Arsenal off to a winning start

Rediff.com17 Aug 2014

Louis van Gaal found no instant fix for Manchester United as a new era dawned at Old Trafford with a dispiriting 2-1 opening-day home defeat by Swansea City in the Premier League on Saturday.

He writes off United and says title is between City and Chelsea...

He writes off United and says title is between City and Chelsea...

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

Manchester United will struggle to return to the Premier League's summit this season because too many top players have left and not enough signings made, according to former midfielder Paul Scholes.

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Premier League leaders Liverpool are helping feed vulnerable and elderly people within the community during the novel coronavirus outbreak with the help of local church members. While, Chelsea will provide 78,000 free meals to Britain's National Health Service and charities that support the elderly and vulnerable during the coronavirus crisis.

Stats: Bhuvaneshwar equals Zaheer's record

Stats: Bhuvaneshwar equals Zaheer's record

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

Almost two sessions were washed out, with only 36 overs possible on day two as England reached 237 for six in reply to India's 152 in their first innings. Here are the statistical highlights from the second day's play of the fourth cricket Test between India and England at Old Trafford in Manchester.

Sachin @ 50: The A to Z of Master Blaster

Sachin @ 50: The A to Z of Master Blaster

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

As Sachin Tendulkar completes his 50th birthday, an A-Z listing about the 'Little Master'.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Photos of Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson's last game at West Brom

Retiring Ferguson seeks anything but a quiet life

Retiring Ferguson seeks anything but a quiet life

Rediff.com18 May 2013

Alex Ferguson is staying on at Manchester United as a director and has hand-picked his successor in Everton manager David Moyes and few people would imagine him sitting quietly upstairs when the new season gets underway.

Manchester United to honour manager Ferguson

Manchester United to honour manager Ferguson

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Manchester United will commemorate manager Alex Ferguson's 26th year in charge of the team by unveiling a statue of the Scot this month, the Premier League leaders said in a statement.

Wenger calls on fans to respect Van Persie

Wenger calls on fans to respect Van Persie

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger has called on fans to "show respect" to Manchester United's Robin Van Persie when he faces his old club for the first time on Saturday.