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South African judge to hear Ganguly case

South African judge to hear Ganguly case

Rediff.com5 Jul 2005

Justice Albie Sachs will decide on the BCCI's appeal vis-à-vis Sourav Ganguly's six ODI ban.

Duminy injury could expose South African spin gamble

Duminy injury could expose South African spin gamble

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

South African batsman and occasional bowler JP Duminy was injured in the warm-down after the first day of the first Test against Australia on Friday in a potentially major blow to the tourists after they dropped their specialist spinner.

Former South African cricketer accused of rape

Former South African cricketer accused of rape

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

A former South African cricketer, who played for the national team and was part of the 1992 Cricket World Cup, has reportedly been accused of rape.

Budigina Nears Podium, Nataraj Misses Backstroke Final At CWG

Budigina Nears Podium, Nataraj Misses Backstroke Final At CWG

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian para-swimmer Karthik Budigina finished a commendable fourth in the men's 100m Freestyle S13 final at the Commonwealth Games, narrowly missing a medal. Meanwhile, Olympian Srihari Nataraj failed to qualify for the men's 50m backstroke final, finishing seventh in his semifinal heat. Another Indian para-swimmer, Imam Ali, placed seventh in his final.

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

India and China are in what experts call 'a cooperation-versus-competition situation'.

Jurel's Test spot at risk? Sarfaraz adds to pressure

Jurel's Test spot at risk? Sarfaraz adds to pressure

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel is at a critical juncture in his Test career, with his performance in the upcoming Sri Lanka series crucial for his future, especially given his struggles against spin and the presence of Sarfaraz Khan.

Faster than Don Bradman: Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking 18 Years For India

Faster than Don Bradman: Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking 18 Years For India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Virat Kohli, who debuted 18 years ago, has amassed over 28,000 international runs and 85 centuries, establishing himself as one of cricket's all-time greats with numerous unmatched records across all formats.

How India's Hockey Team Is Gearing Up For World Cup Success

How India's Hockey Team Is Gearing Up For World Cup Success

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

The Indian men's hockey team is undertaking a high-intensity mental conditioning camp in Switzerland with coach Paddy Upton, mirroring their successful preparation for the Paris Olympics. This crucial camp aims to build team chemistry and trust ahead of the upcoming World Cup and Asian Games.

Kohli, Rohit remain very integral part of India's ODI team: Shubman Gill

Kohli, Rohit remain very integral part of India's ODI team: Shubman Gill

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Shubman Gill has affirmed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are indispensable to India's ODI team, highlighting their vast experience and skill.

South African teams must include at least one black player

South African teams must include at least one black player

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

All South African first class teams must include at least one black African player from October 16, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Sunday.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans sign Connor Esterhuizen as Banton Replacement

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans sign Connor Esterhuizen as Banton Replacement

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

South African wicketkeeper batter Connor Esterhuizen has been signed by Gujarat Titans as a replacement for Englishman Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League owing to a finger injury.

Amla named South African Cricketer of the Year

Amla named South African Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com21 Jul 2010

Indian-origin batsman Hashim Amla was the star of Cricket South Africa's Annual Awards night, clinching the 'Cricketer of the Year' honour along with four other trophies, including a special one for a knock against India.

Struggling For Relevance, Commonwealth Games Eyes India Boost In 2030

Struggling For Relevance, Commonwealth Games Eyes India Boost In 2030

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Ahmedabad, India, has been confirmed as the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a significant step in India's ambition to become a global sporting capital and potentially host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

South African Kallis passes 13,000  Test runs

South African Kallis passes 13,000 Test runs

Rediff.com2 Jan 2013

All-rounder Jacques Kallis became the first South African to score 13,000 Test runs on an eventful opening day of the first Test against New Zealand on Wednesday.

Arjun Rampal is dating this South African model

Arjun Rampal is dating this South African model

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Gabriella Demetriades was ranked sixth among FHM magazine's 100 sexiest women in the world.

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has urged the South African team management to get Heinrich Klaasen out of international cricket retirement in their bid to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 title on home soil.

Infantino faces fresh threat ahead of FIFA election

Infantino faces fresh threat ahead of FIFA election

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is campaigning for re-election by positioning himself as the advocate for less wealthy football nations, while UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has ruled out running against him but anticipates an opposition candidate.

Shakira Dazzles At FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony

Shakira Dazzles At FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 got underway in Mexico on Thursday with Colombian superstar Shakira performing the official World Cup song Dai Dai in a spectacular opening ceremony.

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen killed in car crash

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen killed in car crash

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The former umpire's son, Rudi Koertzen Jr, confirmed the tragic news.

Kallis named South African Cricketer of the Year

Kallis named South African Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

All-rounder Jacques Kallis dominated the South African Cricket Awards, winning three honours, including the prestigious Cricketer of the Year.

South African fan removed from Newlands after sledging Warner

South African fan removed from Newlands after sledging Warner

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Cricket Australia sent a letter of complaint to their South African counterparts on Friday over what coach Darren Lehmann called 'disgraceful' verbal abuse aimed at his players by the crowd in the third Test at Newlands.

Arshad Nadeem Slammed In Pakistan After CWG Flop Show

Arshad Nadeem Slammed In Pakistan After CWG Flop Show

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Pakistan's Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem faced criticism after a disappointing ninth-place finish at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Can Kuldeep Yadav Finally Turn The Tide in Sri Lanka?

Can Kuldeep Yadav Finally Turn The Tide in Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Kuldeep Yadav will look towards the Sri Lanka series as his big opportunity to finally seal his place as India's No 1 spinner in Tests.

Winning start for South African U-17 team

Winning start for South African U-17 team

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

Alberton Cricket and Hockey Club began their 40-day tour of India with a 21-run victory over Chaman Vatika school.

Young South African spinners for lessons in India

Young South African spinners for lessons in India

Rediff.com30 May 2008

Seven promising young South African spin bowlers will attend a two-week course on spin bowling in Mohali, Punjab, next week. The players will leave on June 3 for the sessions, to be conducted by Devendar Arora, Narendra Hirwani and Umesh Patwal.

VSNL gets 26% stake in South African co

VSNL gets 26% stake in South African co

Rediff.com24 Feb 2005

Telecom major VSNL, owned by the Tata Group has been awarded a major stake in South African telecom operator SNO.

Smith becomes second South African to cross 9000 runs in Tests

Smith becomes second South African to cross 9000 runs in Tests

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

South African skipper Graeme Smith completed 9,000 runs in Test cricket during his double hundred against Pakistan in the second Test in Dubai on Thursday.

Missing South African found as 'Buddhist' in India

Missing South African found as 'Buddhist' in India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2010

A Good Samaritan from Delhi ended the concerns of a worried family of a South African teacher of Indian-origin, who had gone missing in India last month.

High-flying South Africans unfazed by Eden pitch

High-flying South Africans unfazed by Eden pitch

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

It will take more than just preparing a turning track to stop the high-flying South Africans in the second and final Test in Kolkata, believes AB de Villiers.

Teased Pietersen throws beer on South African fans

Teased Pietersen throws beer on South African fans

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

England batsman Kevin Pietersen, who was out for a second ball duck, threw beer over South African fans after they called him a 'knob'.

South Africans pray all night as Mandela's condition improves

South Africans pray all night as Mandela's condition improves

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

South Africans have been holding an all-night prayer vigil for anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, outside his former home in Soweto.

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Omicron: Concerns mount as South African Covid rate doubles

Omicron: Concerns mount as South African Covid rate doubles

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced last Sunday that there would be no change to the current lowest Level One of the country's five-level lockdown strategy.

Rapists of South African model remanded to custody

Rapists of South African model remanded to custody

Rediff.com13 Jan 2006

Earlier, they had been placed in police custody and the victim had identified them.

Rhodes hails new-age fielding, says game has evolved

Rhodes hails new-age fielding, says game has evolved

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Jonty Rhodes reflects on the evolution of fielding, praising modern cricketers' athleticism and boundary skills while admitting the game has moved to another level.

ED, Sebi to probe Mallya-Diageo deal for South African Breweries

ED, Sebi to probe Mallya-Diageo deal for South African Breweries

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

The money was paid to Mallya in two tranches in his offshore accounts.

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.

'Ten South African players hospitalised in Chennai'

'Ten South African players hospitalised in Chennai'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2015

Ten South Africa 'A' players have been hospitalised due to "food poisoning", including four after playing their tri-series cricket match against India 'A' in Chennai, the visiting team management said.

South African court orders Pistorius to undergo mental evaluation

South African court orders Pistorius to undergo mental evaluation

Rediff.com14 May 2014

A South African court on Wednesday ordered Olympic and Paralympic track star Oscar Pistorius to undergo evaluation for mental illness - a move which could determine whether he lacked criminal capacity when he shot dead his girlfriend.

3rd ODI: Morkel confident Rohit Sharma will overcome slump in form

3rd ODI: Morkel confident Rohit Sharma will overcome slump in form

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma's ability to overcome his recent struggles in the ongoing ODI series against England, highlighting the calmness he brings to the team. Morkel also discussed the team's batting concerns, the need for middle-order breakthroughs, and his potential role in the 2027 World Cup.