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Asia Cup victory best reply to Pakistan's sledging: Tilak

Asia Cup victory best reply to Pakistan's sledging: Tilak

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Winning the Asia Cup was the "best reply" to an aggressive opposition, middle-order batter Tilak Varma said.

At 48, Zoravar Sandhu wins first international medal!

At 48, Zoravar Sandhu wins first international medal!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Veteran Indian trap shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu's nearly three-decade-long toil bore fruit when he won his maiden ISSF World Championships (Shotgun) bronze medal, in Athens, on Friday.

BWF Worlds: Prannoy falters in thriller vs World No. 2

BWF Worlds: Prannoy falters in thriller vs World No. 2

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Ace Indian shuttler H S Prannoy came agonisingly close to pulling off a major upset before bowing out of the BWF World Championships with a gruelling second-round loss to world No. 2 Anders Antonsen of Denmark.

Why swimming legend Phelps won't let his kids compete

Why swimming legend Phelps won't let his kids compete

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Michael Phelps has launched a scathing attack on USA Swimming's leadership, with the 23-times Olympic gold medallist branding the body weak and demanding sweeping reforms

Former Man City player says 2026 World Cup his last

Former Man City player says 2026 World Cup his last

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

"I'll give everything I have to represent Algeria in the best possible way."

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Former India spinner Murali Kartik has opened up on his cricketing journey, crediting West Indies cricket and the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers for inspiring him to pursue a career in cricket.

PKL: Bengaluru Bulls take down Jaipur Pink Panthers

PKL: Bengaluru Bulls take down Jaipur Pink Panthers

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Bengaluru Bulls were in fine form as they thrashed Jaipur Pink Panthers 47-26 in the Pro Kabaddi League at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Akanksha, 26, will take on Delhi's teen sensation Anahat, who rallied to beat state-mate Tanvi Khanna 3-11, 11-5, 11-0, 11-9, in the title round.

'Future India captain': Ganguly's big praise for Richa

'Future India captain': Ganguly's big praise for Richa

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

It was an evening soaked with pride, nostalgia and emotion at Eden Gardens on Saturday as Bengal's first-ever World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh was felicitated in a grand ceremony that brought together Sourav Ganguly, Jhulan Goswami and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on one stage.

Norris takes Mexico pole to up pressure on Piastri

Norris takes Mexico pole to up pressure on Piastri

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Norris had shown his pace in final practice when he became the third different driver to top the timesheets in the three sessions, punching out an impressive lap 0.345 faster than anyone else.

Bhambri-Venus stun 11th seeds; enter US Open doubles semis

Bhambri-Venus stun 11th seeds; enter US Open doubles semis

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Yuki Bhambri progressed to his maiden Grand Slam semi-final by advancing to the last four of the US Open men's doubles event with New Zealand partner Michael Venus.

He almost quit... now Rajinder leads India's charge

He almost quit... now Rajinder leads India's charge

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Rajinder made his senior debut in October last year during a two-match series against Germany, where he shone bright and eight months later, he became a key member of the Indian senior team.

Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Ian Chappell calls time on journalistic career

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Legendary cricketer Ian Chappell's insightful writings, critical reviews and anecdotes from his playing days will be missed. The Australian icon brought the curtain down on his more than five-decade-long journalistic career, penning his last piece on Sunday.

Bopanna, Yuzuki stun top seeds to reach Japan Open final

Bopanna, Yuzuki stun top seeds to reach Japan Open final

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indo-Japanese wild card pair displayed remarkable grit to upset Harrison and King 4-6, 6-3, 18-16 in a match that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

Helen: The Lesser Known Actor

Helen: The Lesser Known Actor

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

After spinning into the spotlight with the hit song-and-dance number Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu in Howrah Bridge (1958), Helen signed scores of films as a dancer. But Helen was raring to step out of her dancing shoes, and play heroine instead.

1 Loss, 1 Draw: Ten Hag Fired After 2 League Games!

1 Loss, 1 Draw: Ten Hag Fired After 2 League Games!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Bayer Leverkusen have sacked manager Erik ten Hag after two league games in charge, the Bundesliga club said on Monday, with the weekend draw at Werder Bremen not enough to save the Dutchman's job.

Hamilton says he's 'useless' and Ferrari should replace him

Hamilton says he's 'useless' and Ferrari should replace him

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

A despondent Lewis Hamilton said he was "useless" and suggested Ferrari needed another driver after qualifying 12th for the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Ronaldo goes way past Messi with 900th career goal

Ronaldo goes way past Messi with 900th career goal

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal in Portugal's home Nations League game against Croatia on Thursday.

Former Barca teammate to join Messi's India tour!

Former Barca teammate to join Messi's India tour!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

"Game Set Match... So it's now confirmed and official. World Cup winner Argentine superstar Rodrigo De Paul and Uruguayan and Barcelona legend Luis Surez will join Messi for the 'GOAT Tour to India 2025' Vamos," posted organiser Satadru Dutta on social media.

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Premier League takes its responsibility very seriously and do a great job: Michael Owen

Why Players Loved Umpire Dickie Bird

Why Players Loved Umpire Dickie Bird

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'The way he controlled the players on and off the field, it was brilliant. That's why the players also took to him very easily.'

Football's first billionaire revealed!

Football's first billionaire revealed!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which has valued the Portugal great's net worth at an estimated $1.4 billion.

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

He also overtook his career-best 65-season win tally of 2023 with this win.

In-form Anisimova wins China Open crown

In-form Anisimova wins China Open crown

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

She beat Jasmine Paolini in the quarter-finals and then made it back-to-back wins over top 10 players as she also defeated compatriot Coco Gauff by 6-1, 6-2 in the semifinals.

Pooja Rani to move to 70-kg category to revive career

Pooja Rani to move to 70-kg category to revive career

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Two-time Asian champion boxer Pooja Rani is contemplating a move down to the 70kg weight class as she targets a comeback for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

400m hurdles queen Femke Bol takes bold 800m leap

400m hurdles queen Femke Bol takes bold 800m leap

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Dutchwoman Femke Bol announced on Friday that she is switching from the 400 metres hurdles to the 800m and will start competing in her new event next year.

Sulakshana Pandit's Top 10 Songs

Sulakshana Pandit's Top 10 Songs

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Singer-actress Sulakshana Pandit, 71, passed into the ages on November 6 after a prolonged illness. Besides her acting roles, she leaves behind some beautiful songs to remember her by.

PIX: Verstappen wins flawless race at US Grand Prix

PIX: Verstappen wins flawless race at US Grand Prix

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Piastri now leads Britain's Norris by 14 points with five rounds and two sprints remaining, while Verstappen has slashed his gap to the Australian to 40 after being 104 behind at the end of August.

'Identify Each Player's Weakness...'

'Identify Each Player's Weakness...'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

If a player is strong in defence then he/she should be given training in attack or vice versa.

Neeraj Chopra watches Sinner make Wimbledon history

Neeraj Chopra watches Sinner make Wimbledon history

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra added another sporting experience to his name on Sunday

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Tilak Varma shared his remarkable journey from a modest upbringing to shining on the international stage, driven by a childhood dream to win a World Cup for India.

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

India's two time World Cup-winning hero Yuvraj Singh has said golf could have helped him score "at least 3,000 more runs" in international cricket and advised his "wards" Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma to take up the sport for its calming influence.

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Maria Sharapova was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday night in Newport

Petra Kvitova bids tearful goodbye after US Open loss

Petra Kvitova bids tearful goodbye after US Open loss

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Petra Kvitova bade an emotional farewell to professional tennis on Monday after her first-round defeat at the U.S. Open

Alcaraz eases into Japan Open quarters

Alcaraz eases into Japan Open quarters

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Japan Open: Alcaraz marches into quarterfinals, hails "best physio in the world" after overcoming ankle issues

'Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh were not friends'

'Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh were not friends'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

In a fiery outburst, Yograj Singh - father of India's 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh - claimed that most of his son's teammates, including greats like Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, turned against him.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Hulk Hogan, who helped turn pro wrestling into billion-dollar spectacle, dies at 71

With emphasis on family, Djokovic sole focus is Slams

With emphasis on family, Djokovic sole focus is Slams

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Novak Djokovic, who claimed his fourth US Open and last major title in 2023, said he has "earned the right" to pick his schedule.'

Tell the full story of Obeid's death: Salah calls out UEFA tribute

Tell the full story of Obeid's death: Salah calls out UEFA tribute

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Salah has called out UEFA for omitting key details about the death of Palestinian football legend Suleiman al-Obeid in their tribute post

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'It was a tough field, and I was nervous going in.' 'But once I stepped onto the court, I focused only on giving my best.'