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500 Wickets Club Welcomes Ashwin

500 Wickets Club Welcomes Ashwin

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

He is the ninth bowler and fifth spinner to complete the feat in Tests.

Three South African women cricketers test positive for COVID-19

Three South African women cricketers test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Three members of the South African women's cricket team tested positive for the COVID-19 virus ahead of assembling for a training camp to prepare of a proposed tour of England. Cricket South Africa on Friday said a total of 34 tests were conducted on the players and support staff with the infected trio, who were not named, being removed from the preparations, which start in Pretoria on Sunday.

Brighton stun Manchester United, ensure survival

Brighton stun Manchester United, ensure survival

Rediff.com5 May 2018

Brighton and Hove Albion made sure of Premier League football next season with two games to spare after a Pascal Gross goal gave them a memorable 1-0 home win over Manchester United on Friday.

Broad urges ECB to ensure players comfortable for Ashes tour amid travel curbs

Broad urges ECB to ensure players comfortable for Ashes tour amid travel curbs

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

England seamer Stuart Broad doubted whether Australia's travel and quarantine restrictions would lead to a postponement of the end-of-year Ashes series but he said players would want to be promised the best possible environment for the tour.

CWG: Transgender weightlifter Hubbard pulls out with injury

CWG: Transgender weightlifter Hubbard pulls out with injury

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Laurel Hubbard withdrew midway through the Commonwealth Games tournament

Etoundi grabs painful bronze, four years after 'Glasgow kiss'

Etoundi grabs painful bronze, four years after 'Glasgow kiss'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

The Australian weightlifter said his bicep had fallen down to his elbow only a week before the Gold Coast competition and he felt a 'click' when trying to lift 168kg on the clean and jerk.

2nd Test: Windies dismiss England for 187 in first innings

2nd Test: Windies dismiss England for 187 in first innings

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

An old-fashioned green-top pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound was certainly a mitigating factor in England's performance, especially early on when West Indies' four-pronged pace attack exploited the favourable conditions.

Injury puts Rabada out of India tour, Australia ODIs

Injury puts Rabada out of India tour, Australia ODIs

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

The 24-year-old pacer will be out of action for four weeks after suffering the injury during the final T20 international against Australia on Wednesday.

Departing Cook denied farewell century

Departing Cook denied farewell century

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Alastair Cook was denied a dream century in his farewell Test as the England opener was dismissed for 71 on the first day of the fifth Test against India at the Oval on Friday.

'They are in danger of letting hubris be their downfall'

'They are in danger of letting hubris be their downfall'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'If England are not playing to win then these Ashes Tests are not that important. They are only exhibition matches. They have got it back to front. It is not about entertaining and then winning. It is about winning first.'

Will Tim Paine return to Test cricket?

Will Tim Paine return to Test cricket?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

Langer has not ruled out a return to cricket for Tim Paine despite the wicketkeeper resigning

Imam apologises for online scandal involving multiple women

Imam apologises for online scandal involving multiple women

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Wasim said the board had viewed the matter seriously and spoken to Imam about it.

Injured Anderson ruled out of Ireland Test

Injured Anderson ruled out of Ireland Test

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Anderson, 36, tore his right calf when playing for his county Lancashire against Durham this month, but was included in the 13-man squad for the four-day match against Ireland, which begins on Wednesday.

Wimbledon: Federer stages epic fightback to beat Cilic

Wimbledon: Federer stages epic fightback to beat Cilic

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Roger Federer put his global army of "Fed-Head" fans through the wringer for four nerve-shredding sets before he kept alive his pursuit of a record eighth Wimbledon title with a 6-7(4) 4-6 6-3 7-6(9) 6-3 win over Marin Cilic the quarter-finals on Wednesday. Novak Djokovic's shock third round exit had raised hopes that this could be the week when the Swiss finally ends his four-year hunt for an 18th grand slam title, as the Serb had been the only man to beat him at the majors over the past year.

Chase century in vain as England thrash Windies

Chase century in vain as England thrash Windies

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

England wrapped up a comprehensive 232-run victory over West Indies in the third Test in St Lucia on Tuesday after home batsman Roston Chase made a century but got little help.

'It's called that bit of dressing room pressure'

'It's called that bit of dressing room pressure'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

McGrath, who is known to make predictions ahead of the Ashes series, said it's going to be a great contest between Australia and England.

WTC Final: India need 280 to win on Day 5

WTC Final: India need 280 to win on Day 5

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

India will be hoping to pull off a miracle on Sunday by surviving Australia's relentless bowling onslaught.

1st Test: Anderson strikes late as England peg back Windies

1st Test: Anderson strikes late as England peg back Windies

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

James Anderson tore through West Indies' middle order in a devastating late spell, while Ben Stokes chimed in to claim tailender Kemar Roach for a duck with the final ball of the day at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown.

PIX: Manchester City win record fourth successive EPL title

PIX: Manchester City win record fourth successive EPL title

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Manchester City won an unprecedented fourth straight English top flight title with a 3-1 win over West Ham United.

Chelsea boss has a 'tactical problem'

Chelsea boss has a 'tactical problem'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Making the most of a rare start for Sarri's side, Loftus-Cheek inspired Chelsea to a 3-1 Europa League win over the Belarus champions at Stamford Bridge on Thursday.

'Rahane will have to be consistent to keep his place in the Test team'

'Rahane will have to be consistent to keep his place in the Test team'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer feels incumbent vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane will have to consistently score runs to remain in the Test reckoning.

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Former England captain Andrew Strauss has stepped down from his position as director of cricket and will take up a more flexible role with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the 41-year-old announced on Wednesday.

Bengaluru woman goes to cops with mother's body in suitcase

Bengaluru woman goes to cops with mother's body in suitcase

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

After killing her mother, Sen packed the body in a suitcase with her photograph and came to the Mico Layout police station. Subsequently, a murder case was registered by a police sub-inspector, Baba added.

PIX: Arsenal back on top; De Bruyne double for City

PIX: Arsenal back on top; De Bruyne double for City

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Kevin de Bruyne struck twice to inspire Manchester City to a dominant 4-2 win at Crystal Palace on Saturday and move the champions level on points with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table.

India will target injured Bairstow, says Shami

India will target injured Bairstow, says Shami

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Indian bowlers will look to target England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow's fractured finger should the 28-year-old be passed fit to play in the fourth Test, paceman Mohammed Shami has said.

PIX: England outclass Australia as Ashes ends in draw

PIX: England outclass Australia as Ashes ends in draw

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

Matthew Wade's defiant century proved in vain as England bowled Australia out for 263 to win the final Test at The Oval by 135 runs on Sunday and ensure the first drawn Ashes series since 1972.

Rahul on why SA pitches are a challenge for India

Rahul on why SA pitches are a challenge for India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

India have never won a Test series in South Africa, but after recent successes in Australia and England are buoyed by their ability to compete on the road.

Pak cricketer Imam-ul-Haq accused of having multiple affairs

Pak cricketer Imam-ul-Haq accused of having multiple affairs

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

The user leaked Imam's WhatsApp chats with several girls, alleging that the cricketer had exploited them.

Medvedev rallies to claim ATP Finals title

Medvedev rallies to claim ATP Finals title

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Medvedev became only the fourth player in ATP history to beat the world's top three at the same tournament.

PHOTOS: Vince, Stoneman put England in control

PHOTOS: Vince, Stoneman put England in control

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

England were in a strong position to win the second Test against New Zealand and level their two-match series as they extended their lead to 231 runs when bad light stopped play three overs early on the third day at Hagley Oval on Sunday.

Balbirnie stars as Ireland stun Pakistan in first T20I

Balbirnie stars as Ireland stun Pakistan in first T20I

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Set 183 for victory, Andrew Balbirnie produced a stunning knock to take Ireland over the line with five wickets and a ball to spare in front of a sell-out crowd.

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

Rediff.com5 May 2024

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Stars flock to Murray vs Djokovic shootout

PHOTOS: Stars flock to Murray vs Djokovic shootout

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

Ace British tennis player Andy Murray ended his 2016 campaign on a perfect note after defeating Novak Djokovic in straights in the summit clash of the ATP World Tour Finals, assuming the mantle of year-end No. 1 in the Emirates ATP Rankings. Murray dethroned Djokovic 6-3, 6-4 in a contest that lasted for an hour and 43 minutes to earn his first title at the ATP finals and make sure he remained No. 1 until next season. Rediff.com takes a look at the hosts of celebrities from footballers, tennis champions and Hollywood stars, who attended this big clash.

EPL PIX: Spurs rally to draw with United; Newcastle thump Everton

EPL PIX: Spurs rally to draw with United; Newcastle thump Everton

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

IMAGES from EPL matches played on Thursday.

Why Siraj celebrates a wicket with finger on lips...

Why Siraj celebrates a wicket with finger on lips...

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Mohammed Siraj is taking wickets and his new mode of celebration involves an underlying message for all his critics asking them to just shut up.

Soccer: Romeo Beckham joins Brentford's junior team

Soccer: Romeo Beckham joins Brentford's junior team

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Karanjit Singh signs one-year contract extension with Kerala Blasters FC

South Africa's Amla sits out nets after blow to head

South Africa's Amla sits out nets after blow to head

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

South African opener Hashim Amla sat out practice on Saturday after suffering concussion in the World Cup opener, and he is a doubt for South Africa's second game at the tournament against Bangladesh.

Why Lyon doesn't want to be Australia Test captain

Why Lyon doesn't want to be Australia Test captain

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has endorsed Pat Cummins as the Test side's next captain and Steve Smith as the fast bowler's deputy while ruling out himself as a potential leader for the team.

PIX: Broad scripts perfect farewell; England level Ashes series

PIX: Broad scripts perfect farewell; England level Ashes series

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Stuart Broad picked up the final two wickets in his last appearance for England to guide the hosts to a series-levelling 49-run victory in the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia.

Buttler hits 110 off 55 balls as England edge Pakistan

Buttler hits 110 off 55 balls as England edge Pakistan

Rediff.com12 May 2019

England batsman Jos Buttler smashed an unbeaten 110 off 55 balls as the hosts beat Pakistan by 12 runs in a thrilling run-packed second One-Day International on Saturday. Buttler's blitzkrieg and half-centuries by Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow and skipper Eoin Morgan helped England to a huge total of 373 for three wickets in 50 overs.