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Fit-again Anderson picked for SA tour

Fit-again Anderson picked for SA tour

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

The four-match series will mark England's first away games in the ICC World Test Championship.

15 Star sports couples: Love-all to break-point!

15 Star sports couples: Love-all to break-point!

Rediff.com28 May 2014

High-profile sports romances have always caught attention and are adored... until it comes time to split in the public eye. Golfer Rory McIlroy and tennis star Caroline Wozniacki's split has surprised many. Rediff.com looks back on some other celebrity breakups.

Pakistan bid to burst England's bubble

Pakistan bid to burst England's bubble

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Pakistan left England with their heads held high after their last two tours, drawing both, most recently under Misbah in 2018.

Wozniacki plays caddy to boyfriend McIlroy at Augusta!

Wozniacki plays caddy to boyfriend McIlroy at Augusta!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

Tennis star, Caroline Wozniacki, was caddying for her World No.2 other-half Rory McIroy at the lighthearted Masters Par Three competition at Augusta on Wednesday when he let her take one of his tee shots.

McIlroy joins greats after repelling Garcia to win Open

McIlroy joins greats after repelling Garcia to win Open

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

Rory McIlroy suffered several anxious moments but kept the jitters in check to rubber-stamp his status as the newest golfing great by landing the first British Open title of his career on Sunday.

ICC Test rankings: Run-machine Smith maintains top spot

ICC Test rankings: Run-machine Smith maintains top spot

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Smith's player of the match effort of 211 and 82 runs in the two innings has lifted him to 937 rating points, only 10 less than his all-time best aggregate achieved in December 2017.

Cook hits century to keep India 'A' at bay

Cook hits century to keep India 'A' at bay

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The seasoned Alastair Cook warmed up for next month's Test series against India with an unbeaten century as England Lions made a solid start against India 'A' on Day 1 of the four-day unofficial Test.

PICS: India vs England, 2nd Test, Day 2

PICS: India vs England, 2nd Test, Day 2

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Images from Day 2 of the second Test between India and England, at the M A Chidambaram stadium, in Chennai.

Gunslinging McIlroy and Woods steal Hoylake show

Gunslinging McIlroy and Woods steal Hoylake show

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Golfing gunslingers Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods sprayed Royal Liverpool with a barrage of birdie bullets to steal the show midway through the opening round of the 143rd British Open on Thursday.

High profile breakups: Garcia offers McIlroy support

High profile breakups: Garcia offers McIlroy support

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Sergio Garcia has been involved in two high-profile breakups during his career and is ready to provide a shoulder for Rory McIlroy to lean on following his split from fiancee Caroline Wozniacki.

England include Archer for Ashes opener, Stokes reinstated

England include Archer for Ashes opener, Stokes reinstated

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Fast bowler Jofra Archer got his maiden Test call up as he was included in England's squad for the Ashes series opener against Australia.

Augusta Masters: Rose grabs control while top players struggle

Augusta Masters: Rose grabs control while top players struggle

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Justin Rose, who withdrew from his last start a month ago with back spasms, kicked off his torrid run at the par-five eighth where he made eagle after his approach shot from 275 yards bounced off a greenside slope and settled nine feet from the cup.

With WTC final in sight, India-England gear up for 4th Test

With WTC final in sight, India-England gear up for 4th Test

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

While a draw always seems a safe option in a game like this but Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri wouldn't like to play a defensive game which at times can be counter-productive.

ICC Test Rankings: Kohli regains No 1 spot, Bumrah best-placed Indian bowler at 5th

ICC Test Rankings: Kohli regains No 1 spot, Bumrah best-placed Indian bowler at 5th

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Kohli is now five points clear after Smith's knock of 36 in the Adelaide Test

Kiwis in control of second England Test with early wickets

Kiwis in control of second England Test with early wickets

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Tim Southee and Matt Henry removed both England openers as New Zealand reduced the tourists to 39-2 and took control of the second Test by the close of play on the second day at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Saturday.

French Open: Li Na, Wozniacki feature on third day

French Open: Li Na, Wozniacki feature on third day

Rediff.com27 May 2014

China's Li Na will hope to avoid a similar fate to Stanislas Wawrinka when she begins her French Open campaign on Tuesday against home player Kristina Mladenovic but the media spotlight will fall on Caroline Wozniacki.

Mixed emotions for McIlroy after fairytale victory

Mixed emotions for McIlroy after fairytale victory

Rediff.com26 May 2014

World No 10 Rory McIlroy was pinching himself after ending one of the most turbulent weeks of his life by winning the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth on Sunday.

Distraught McIlroy calls off wedding with Wozniacki

Distraught McIlroy calls off wedding with Wozniacki

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Rory McIlroy called off his engagement to tennis player Caroline Wozniacki on Wednesday, saying just days after sending out wedding invitations that he was not ready for marriage.

Honeymoon over for golf star McIlroy

Honeymoon over for golf star McIlroy

Rediff.com10 May 2017

After a five-week layoff that saw him wed American Erica Stoll in an Irish castle, soak up the sun on a Caribbean honeymoon and strike a new multi-million dollar equipment deal, Rory McIlroy is keen to start a new chapter in his life at The Players in Florida this week.

Smith tops ICC Test rankings; Kohli holds on to 2nd spot

Smith tops ICC Test rankings; Kohli holds on to 2nd spot

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

Steve Smith stayed top with 937 rating points, an incredible effort since he started the series in fourth position with 857 points before his surge that came courtesy 774 runs in four Tests.

Woods makes hot start at Augusta Masters

Woods makes hot start at Augusta Masters

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

A near three-hour delay due to lightning and rain forced players off the course 25 minutes after the first groups teed off and ended any hope of completing first-round action on Thursday given the decreased November daylight.

PHOTOS: Pink-toned Wozniacki eggs on beau McIlroy at Augusta Masters

PHOTOS: Pink-toned Wozniacki eggs on beau McIlroy at Augusta Masters

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

There is no feeling in the world like having your lover beside you when you expect perfection, as you set out to attempt a new task. Tennis star Caroline Wozniacki -- with her hair dyed shocking pink -- was present at the sun-baked Augusta National golf club to egg on her beau Rory McIlroy on Thursday.

'Stokes is going to be a very good captain'

'Stokes is going to be a very good captain'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Young England batsman Zak Crawley believes Ben Stokes will have no trouble filling the captain's shoe in the absence if Joe Root as the all-rounder is already a "big leader" of the team. Root will miss the Test series opener against West Indies, which starts on Wednesday at the Ageas Bowl to attend the birth of his second child, handing over the captaincy duties to England's World Cup hero Stokes.

Love Match: Take a look at real life mixed double partners

Love Match: Take a look at real life mixed double partners

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Just like Hollywood stars, the personal lives of tennis players attract a lot of media attention and speculation. Rediff.com gives you a glimpse of players who have dated or married people from the tennis fraternity and from other disciplines.

PIX: Proteas down England to win first Test in four days

PIX: Proteas down England to win first Test in four days

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

Kagiso Rabada proved the destroyer-in-chief with 4-103, assisted by Anrich Nortje who took three wickets for 56 runs as England fell short by 107 runs.

PHOTOS: England need 255 to pull off improbable Test win

PHOTOS: England need 255 to pull off improbable Test win

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

Images from Day 3 of the first Test between South Africa and England at Supersport Park in Centurion on Saturday.

McIlroy makes the right noises this time around

McIlroy makes the right noises this time around

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

What a difference a year has made for Rory McIlroy, who 12 months ago tarnished his reputation by quitting during the second round of the PGA Tour's Honda Classic.

Fit-again Tiger ready to roar!

Fit-again Tiger ready to roar!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Tiger Woods on Monday declared himself "right on schedule" after recent knee surgery as he prepares to return to competition at this week's Zozo Championship following two months on the sidelines.

Back-to-form McIlroy eyes two Majors in 2014

Back-to-form McIlroy eyes two Majors in 2014

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Former World No 1 Rory McIlroy feels like he has his mojo back and wants to win two major championships this year to make up for a poor season in 2013.

Ashes: Aus mentor Waugh has faith in bowlers

Ashes: Aus mentor Waugh has faith in bowlers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

'I think our bowlers' efforts were really good. If they can do the same thing tomorrow, get a couple edges first up, it could be totally different'

Wozniacki denies split with golfer Mcllroy

Wozniacki denies split with golfer Mcllroy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

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Wozniacki split adds to McIlroy's 2013 frustrations

Wozniacki split adds to McIlroy's 2013 frustrations

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Former world number one golfer Rory McIlroy's split with leading tennis player Caroline Wozniacki is the latest chapter in a frustrating year for the young Northern Irishman.

Top sporting flops of 2013

Top sporting flops of 2013

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

2013 was a great year for sports. Andy Murray won Wimbledon, Sebastian Vettel won the championships for the fourth time, Manchester United won the EPL. But there were also incidents and players that made 2013 unbearable. Following is a list of sporting flops in 2013.

2nd Test: England in strong position as New Zealand reach 96-2

2nd Test: England in strong position as New Zealand reach 96-2

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

New Zealand head into the final day still facing a five-run deficit after England were dismissed in their first innings for 476

Kohli's India seek redemption on rank turner; Axar, Kuldeep set for game time

Kohli's India seek redemption on rank turner; Axar, Kuldeep set for game time

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

It is an perfect stage for India's mercurial skipper Virat Kohli, who loves to bring his A game to the fore when the chips are down.

Rank turner on offer as India seek redemption

Rank turner on offer as India seek redemption

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

A look at the newly-laid dark coloured Chepauk track is an indication that unlike the strip used during the first Test, this one will offer turn earlier than expected.

Why Tiger Woods texts McIlroy at 4am

Why Tiger Woods texts McIlroy at 4am

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

World number two Rory McIlroy has said he still resents the Olympic Games for forcing him to choose between Britain and Ireland and revealed that Tiger Woods sends him texts in the early hours.

Who is the COOLEST WAG?

Who is the COOLEST WAG?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

The beautiful and supportive faces of WAGS (wives and girlfriends) prove a saving grace for the weary men on the field. Take a look at the coolest WAGS around.

Football: City teenager Delap revels in dream debut

Football: City teenager Delap revels in dream debut

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Liam Delap, the son of former Stoke City defender Rory, scored the opener for Pep Guardiola's side in the 2-1 win at the Etihad Stadium

PHOTOS: SA on top as England's batsmen struggle on Day 1

PHOTOS: SA on top as England's batsmen struggle on Day 1

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

South Africa's Anrich Nortje took the vital wickets of captain Joe Root and talisman Ben Stokes as England struggled to 262 for nine at stumps on the first day of the second Test on Friday. Pace bowler Nortje, playing his fourth Test, finished with 2-54 off 17 overs as the home side restricted the tourists on a Newlands wicket that was expected to be full of runs. Images from the opening day of the second Test at Newlands on Friday.