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Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The incident took place in the third over of the Nepal chase on Sunday when Tanzim had a verbal spat with Nepal skipper Rohit Paudel

Australia's spin great Warne tests positive for COVID-19

Australia's spin great Warne tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Australia's spin great Shane Warne has gone into isolation after testing positive for COVID-19.

Bengaluru Test: Did Overconfidence Cost India?

Bengaluru Test: Did Overconfidence Cost India?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

This crushing defeat is a major wake-up call for Team India. They now face the real possibility of losing a home series for the first time in over a decade, warns Harish Kotian.

Australia host SA with 'sandpaper-gate' wound yet to heal

Australia host SA with 'sandpaper-gate' wound yet to heal

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The report into the investigation has not been made publicly available, with CA citing confidentiality, and the information vacuum has been filled by speculation and innuendo as the years rolled on.

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A look at South Africa's tormented past when they failed to get over the line at key junctures in World Cups.

Shakib Al Hasan: Cricketer who never played by the rules

Shakib Al Hasan: Cricketer who never played by the rules

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Shakib Al Hasan is a tremendous cricketer of international repute and hopefully Bangladesh cricket history would be kinder to him.

Ind v Aus 3rd Test Photos: India thrash Australia in Mohali

Ind v Aus 3rd Test Photos: India thrash Australia in Mohali

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Aussies suffered Monday morning blues and how! Rediff.com takes a look at how the day unfolded for the Aussies in Mohali.

Every save I made in Olympics was for team and country: Sreejesh

Every save I made in Olympics was for team and country: Sreejesh

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Harmanpreet, Sreejesh shortlisted for FIH Hockey Stars Awards

Indian hockey team gear up for Paris Olympics

Indian hockey team gear up for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Indian men's hockey team leaves for Mike Horn's base in Switzerland ahead of Paris Olympics

Duleep Trophy: Can Agarwal make his case for India comeback?

Duleep Trophy: Can Agarwal make his case for India comeback?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

In the absence of national regulars, the focus will shift on the likes of Rinku, who was surprisingly not picked for the first round despite having an impressive first-class record.

Mendis leads Sri Lanka's fight against Australia

Mendis leads Sri Lanka's fight against Australia

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Karunaratne fell for 86 in the final session but Mendis was batting on 84 at stumps

All-conquering Djokovic eyes history in New York

All-conquering Djokovic eyes history in New York

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Novak Djokovic begins his hunt for a fifth Flushing Meadows crown when he meets Moldovan Radu Albot

'A team man through and through': Plaudits pour in for Dhawan

'A team man through and through': Plaudits pour in for Dhawan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Tributes also poured in from across the border with former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar hailing Dhawan's hard work and other qualities.

Chennai Test: Rahul or Sarfaraz? Axar or Kuldeep?

Chennai Test: Rahul or Sarfaraz? Axar or Kuldeep?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the first Test against Bangladesh?

UN resolution asks Israel to leave Palestine, India abstains

UN resolution asks Israel to leave Palestine, India abstains

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

India abstained in the United Nations General Assembly on a resolution that demanded Israel end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months, with Delhi underlining that it is a strong advocate of 'dialogue and diplomacy' and efforts should be made towards 'building bridges', 'not furthering divides'.

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Centuries from skipper Babar Azam (114) and opener Imam-ul-Haq (106) allowed the hosts to reach the total

CWG: Why Australia's McGrath played final despite COVID-19

CWG: Why Australia's McGrath played final despite COVID-19

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

There was a huge uproar in the Commonwealth Games gold medal match after Australia cricketer Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play the T20 final against India on Sunday despite testing positive for COVID-19.

''Hockey Team Can Win Olympic Medal'

''Hockey Team Can Win Olympic Medal'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

'Our consistency under pressure will be tested to the maximum at Paris.'

'Get him to Australia where the ball flies'

'Get him to Australia where the ball flies'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'Umran Malik is bowling at 150 km per hour. I mean when you have the best car in the world, and you leave it in the garage, then what's the point of having that car?'

U19 Final: India's captain reveals mistakes, rash shots

U19 Final: India's captain reveals mistakes, rash shots

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

We played rash shots, couldn't execute plans: Uday Saharan

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

In Agartala, the Group A match between Mumbai and Tripura ended in a draw with the reigning champions earning three points by virtue of the first-innings lead.

Noteworthy campaign inspires nation: Modi to Team India

Noteworthy campaign inspires nation: Modi to Team India

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

The Prime Minister praised Team India's talent and commitment, acknowledging their significant contribution to the country.

Breweries stir up barrels with mercury rising

Breweries stir up barrels with mercury rising

Rediff.com6 May 2024

For all the livelong years it has been around, beer has been associated with leisure and relaxation. Of late, it has become more than just a beverage. Both amateurs and aficionados prefer an uncorked chilled beer to unwind on a sweltering hot day. As the temperature rises, the breweries gear up to capitalise on this growing trend.

Steve Waugh back on India tour with 'Spirit of Cricket'

Steve Waugh back on India tour with 'Spirit of Cricket'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Steve Waugh captures the spirit of cricket in India during his many trips to the country.

'PM Modi visiting us in dressing room is a big thing'

'PM Modi visiting us in dressing room is a big thing'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

'We will try to do well in the upcoming tournaments and there is an ICC event coming up next year and we will play with the same spirit as this time and hopefully we will win.'

Vote! Who Could Win T20 World Cup?

Vote! Who Could Win T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

This T20 World Cup promises to be a heart-stopping rollercoaster ride.

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The Proteas began on a convincing note with the bat and remained safe at 29 for no loss at the lunch break.

Australia bounce back to beat Bangladesh in fourth T20

Australia bounce back to beat Bangladesh in fourth T20

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Australia's Andrew Tye and Mitchell Swepson delivered a spirited bowling performance as the tourists defeated Bangladesh by three wickets in Saturday's fourth Twenty20 international to record their first win in the five-match series.

How T20 Leagues Are Killing The Spirit Of Cricket

How T20 Leagues Are Killing The Spirit Of Cricket

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Just like it happens in football, where everybody from around the world wants to play in European leagues, every cricketer would dream to play in the Big Bash, IPL and The Hundred, explains Abhishek Singh.

Kapil Dev's message to Rohit and Co

Kapil Dev's message to Rohit and Co

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Australia beat India by six wickets to win their 6th ICC World Cup title.

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

Good to see Team India's fighting spirit: PM Modi

Good to see Team India's fighting spirit: PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was no doubt disappointed after India's exit from World Cup in the semi-finals but claimed he was highly impressed with the fighting spirit the team showed in the nail-biting contest against New Zealand.

'We will be back stronger'

'We will be back stronger'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

The Indian players reflected on their heartbreaking loss against Australia in Sunday's World Cup final.

'Verbal clash between Kohli and Paine in good spirits'

'Verbal clash between Kohli and Paine in good spirits'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

The on-field verbal duel between rival captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine has been one of the talking points of the second Test in Perth but Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood played it down, saying it was done in good spirits.

'Meeting you has been a dream for everyone'

'Meeting you has been a dream for everyone'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'I'm confident that this interaction will elevate the team's spirits and instill a great deal of positivity.'

PICS: Murray's farewell begins with emotional doubles defeat

PICS: Murray's farewell begins with emotional doubles defeat

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

It may not quite be the end for British great Andy Murray at Wimbledon but it felt like it as the 37-year-old received an emotional farewell after he and brother Jamie were beaten in the first round of the men's doubles on Thursday.

Time is right for Cummins to be Australia captain, says Warne

Time is right for Cummins to be Australia captain, says Warne

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Former Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne said the time is right for fast bowler Pat Cummins to succeed Tim Paine as captain of the Test team.

T20 World Cup Final: Will India Make This One Big Change?

T20 World Cup Final: Will India Make This One Big Change?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Will India bring in Sanju Samson for the struggling Shivam Dube?

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi embraces Mohammed Shami as the pacer weeps after India lost the World Cup 2023 final.

'Your moment can arrive anytime, anywhere'

'Your moment can arrive anytime, anywhere'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Virender Sehwag praised 'inspiration' Bopanna for his incredible achievement.