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Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Ashes: Butcher, Taylor blame Bairstow for 'controversial dismissal'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Jonny Bairstow's 'controversial dismissal' on the final Day of the second Ashes Test at the Lord's has left the cricketing world divided.

Fritz downs Zverev to lift Stuttgart tittle

Fritz downs Zverev to lift Stuttgart tittle

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'I don't have much time to celebrate. I have doubles tomorrow in London, in Queen's.'

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Emma Raducanu strides onto the grasscourts of Wimbledon on Monday as the British number one

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

If all goes according to plan, the singing superstar will start his yet-untitled film by the end of the year.

New Zealand Crush Zimbabwe, Record Biggest Test Win

New Zealand Crush Zimbabwe, Record Biggest Test Win

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

New Zealand completed their biggest win in Test cricket with a crushing innings and 359-run victory over Zimbabwe to clinch the series 2-0 in Bulawayo on Saturday.

Venus Williams exits US Open in style!

Venus Williams exits US Open in style!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Venus Williams, 45, made an age-defying return to tennis this year, becoming the oldest WTA singles match winner since 2004 in July.

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic; sets up Alcaraz showdown

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic; sets up Alcaraz showdown

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Italy's Jannik Sinner lost both his previous Wimbledon duels with Novak Djokovic but turned the tables in emphatic fashion as his power and precision proved too much for the seven-time champion who, at 38, looked every bit his age in a humbling 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 loss.

Ostapenko apologises for 'no class' comments to Townsend

Ostapenko apologises for 'no class' comments to Townsend

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Ostapenko said on Instagram that her anger stemmed from Townsend's refusal to apologise for benefiting from a net cord -- when the American's shot clipped the net and stayed in play -- and accused her of being disrespectful.

Canadian Open: Holder Pegula Dumped Out; Swiatek Wins

Canadian Open: Holder Pegula Dumped Out; Swiatek Wins

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Twice defending champion Jessica Pegula crashed out of the Canadian Open after losing to Anastasija Sevastova 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the third round on Friday, while six-times major winner Iga Swiatek marched on with a dominant 6-2, 6-2 win over Eva Lys.

The first million-pound signing in women's football

The first million-pound signing in women's football

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Canadian forward Olivia Smith, 20, is the first female player to break the seven-figure barrier.

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

First to score 6,000 runs! Root sets WTC benchmark

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Root reached the milestone during his 69th WTC appearance - a single pushed to deep backward square leg brought up yet another half-century and sealed his place in the record books.

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

While Jannik Sinner and French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz have won the last seven major titles between them, the Italian cautioned against complacency and pointed to the strength of competition in the ATP Tour.

New H-1B visa fee not for existing holders, clarifies US

New H-1B visa fee not for existing holders, clarifies US

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The Donald Trump administration has clarified that the new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas does not apply to current visa holders and is a one-time payment only for new petitions.

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Renata Zarazua, the only Mexican player in the US Open main draw, pulled off a stunning upset by beating sixth seed Madison Keys in the first round.

How Simmo helped Hayden become a sweep shot master

How Simmo helped Hayden become a sweep shot master

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Taught me how to play sweep against spin: Matthew Hayden pays heartfelt tribute to Bob Simpson

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nine of the world's top-10 men and nine of the top-10 women have officially entered into the U.S. Open's revamped mixed doubles event, tournament organisers said on Tuesday, with former singles champions Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu teaming up.

Bopanna shines in Stuttgart; Bhambri falls early

Bopanna shines in Stuttgart; Bhambri falls early

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Rohan Bopanna teamed up with Belgium's Sander Gille to enter the quarterfinals of the ATP 250 Boss Open in Stuttgart

Sinner stretches winning streak; Sabalenka advances

Sinner stretches winning streak; Sabalenka advances

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sabalenka relied on her trademark powerful serve to hold firm in the key moments, winning two tiebreaks to take her tally to 18 for the season, the most by any women's singles player in the professional era.

'Film Industry Is Not Conducive To New Mothers'

'Film Industry Is Not Conducive To New Mothers'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Her statement comes soon after Deepika Padukone was ousted from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit for not budging from her eight-hour work day due to motherhood, among other demands.

One of RR owners slapped me: Taylor's explosive claim

One of RR owners slapped me: Taylor's explosive claim

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Taylor made the revelation in his new autobiography, Ross Taylor: Black & White

Arijit Singh Is The First Indian To...

Arijit Singh Is The First Indian To...

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Arijit Singh is all set to make history.

MostlySane Prajakta Makes TIME's Top 100!

MostlySane Prajakta Makes TIME's Top 100!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'This isn't just about my journey -- it's about how powerful honest storytelling can be.'

Atmane stuns Rune; sets up Sinner semi-final in Cincinnati

Atmane stuns Rune; sets up Sinner semi-final in Cincinnati

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner swept past Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-0, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the Cincinnati Open semi-finals, the world number one extending his hardcourt winning streak to 25 matches.

PIX: Shelton roars to first Masters 1000 title

PIX: Shelton roars to first Masters 1000 title

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

American fourth seed Ben Shelton battled from a set down to clinch his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the Canadian Open in Toronto on Thursday.

New Zealand veteran Taylor to retire from internationals

New Zealand veteran Taylor to retire from internationals

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

"It's been such a privilege to play with and against some of the greats of the game and to have created so many memories and friendships along the way. But all good things must come to an end and the timing feels right for me."

Why *Everyone* Is Hooked On To This Show

Why *Everyone* Is Hooked On To This Show

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Season 3's eighth episode titled Last Kiss ended with the cliffhanger that is guaranteed to make you yearn for what might come next, anticipates Divya Nair.

Teen sensation Mboko stuns Rybakina, Zverev out

Teen sensation Mboko stuns Rybakina, Zverev out

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Mboko saved a match point against Kazakh ninth seed Rybakina in front of adoring home support

Osaka reaches first WTA 1000 semis in 2 years

Osaka reaches first WTA 1000 semis in 2 years

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

It marks Osaka's first WTA 1000 semi-final since Miami in 2022, as the Japanese former world number one needed just over an hour to secure victory over the 10th seeded Svitolina.

US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are aiming for a third successive Grand Slam final meeting when they take their high-voltage rivalry to the US Open while Novak Djokovic looks to foil the new generation as he hunts a 25th major.

New Zealand give emotional Taylor a winning farewell

New Zealand give emotional Taylor a winning farewell

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Taylor, presented with a traditional Samoan necklace, thanked the NZC and his team mates.

Wimbledon champ knocked out by 22-year-old Dane

Wimbledon champ knocked out by 22-year-old Dane

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek was the latest top player to suffer an upset loss in Montreal as the Wimbledon champion

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, 22, reached his eighth Grand Slam semi-final and will continue his quest for a third successive Wimbledon title.

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Shelton blasted an ace on match point to seal the win and avenge his five-set loss to Tiafoe at last year's U.S. Open as the 22-year-old continues to make strides in his breakout season.

Sabalenka, Sinner, Alcaraz advance in Cincinnati Open

Sabalenka, Sinner, Alcaraz advance in Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, who advanced to the last eight in Cincinnati for the third time, has now won 36 of his last 38 matches.

Like Tara's Cleopatra Look?

Like Tara's Cleopatra Look?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Bollywood stars go glam.

Wimbledon blockbuster as Djokovic looks to defy Sinner...

Wimbledon blockbuster as Djokovic looks to defy Sinner...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

...And Alcaraz continues hat-trick quest

Page writes snooker history with two 147s in one match

Page writes snooker history with two 147s in one match

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Welshman Jackson Page made history on Monday as the first player to hit two maximum 147 breaks in a single match and received a 147,000 pounds ($193,937.10) bonus for his unique feat.

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner beat defending champion and Spanish second seed Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title.

Taylor says he faced 'racism' from NZ team-mates, staff

Taylor says he faced 'racism' from NZ team-mates, staff

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Retired batsman Ross Taylor has revealed he was offended by race-based remarks from team-mates and staff in New Zealand dressing rooms during his career and said the country's cricket board could do more to bring Polynesian talent into the sport.