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Till 2012, I didn't see fear or respect for me in opposition's eye: Kohli

Till 2012, I didn't see fear or respect for me in opposition's eye: Kohli

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

He spoke about how fitness has become an integral part of his life and how it helped him recover quickly.

It will spin from ball one: Smith on Pune track

It will spin from ball one: Smith on Pune track

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Australia captain Steven Smith has dropped a bombshell indicating that the Pune track will be a rank turner.

'T20 is the perfect format for America'

'T20 is the perfect format for America'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

'Once you retire, it doesn't mean you never pick up a bat. We're picking up a cricket bat for fun, for enjoyment. While doing so if we can inspire thousands there's nothing wrong with it.' 'We're not here to create massive IPLs or anything like that. We're here just to try and give back to the people who love the game of cricket.'

Kyrgios faces investigation after accusing ATP of being corrupt

Kyrgios faces investigation after accusing ATP of being corrupt

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

Australia's Nick Kyrgios could find himself in hot water again after accusing men's tennis governing body ATP of being "corrupt" following his US Open first round victory.

Is Olympiakos Champions League's place in doubt?

Is Olympiakos Champions League's place in doubt?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The Journalists Newspaper reported that the Greek champions' place in Europe's elite competition would be at risk if corruption claims against club president Marinakis were proven.

Coming up, a cool looking Game

Coming up, a cool looking Game

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

The trailer for Abhinay Deo's new film starring Abhishek Bachchan, Kangna Ranaut, Shahana Goswami, Anupam Kher, Gauhar Khan and Jimmy Shergill, looks pretty darned slick.

Why Asif Kapadia made a movie on Maradona

Why Asif Kapadia made a movie on Maradona

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

'It was difficult, but we wanted to show an honest portrayal.' 'I was not trying to tear him apart.'

International agencies to skip IPL?

International agencies to skip IPL?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2010

International news agencies will be forced to skip this year's Indian Premier League unless there is a change to the accreditation norms which govern journalist and photographer attendance.

Jaya breaks her vow not to wear ornaments

Jaya breaks her vow not to wear ornaments

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

If there is one thing which could break the resolve of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, perceived to be a tough leader, it would be the sentiments of her party workers, if one goes by the admission of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief.

Spain's De Gea denies links to prostitution case, to stay with squad

Spain's De Gea denies links to prostitution case, to stay with squad

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Spain goalkeeper David De Gea has said press reports linking him to a prostitution case currently under investigation in Spain were false and he would not leave the Spanish squad.

Football Extras: 'Bale has no quality to be the leader of Real Madrid'

Football Extras: 'Bale has no quality to be the leader of Real Madrid'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Former Real Madrid striker Predrag Mijatovic criticised Gareth Bale for lacking leadership qualities

Indian podcasts have something for everyone

Indian podcasts have something for everyone

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

For podcasters -- those who create podcasts -- the medium's appeal also owes to the fact that its content remains unregulated. Uncomfortable conversations, taboo subjects, stigmatised issues, are all encouraged.

'You cannot fight India's influence in cricket'

'You cannot fight India's influence in cricket'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

In an article for Fox Sports, Robert Craddock wrote that Cricket Australia officials should have nothing to fear from Indian ownership of Australian teams.

Taylor claims record as New Zealand whitewash Bangladesh

Taylor claims record as New Zealand whitewash Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Ross Taylor became New Zealand's highest scorer in One-Day Internationals on Wednesday as he helped his side secure an 88-run victory over Bangladesh in Dunedin in their final official ODI before the World Cup.

Did vote-buying help Rio secure 2016 Olympic hosting rights?

Did vote-buying help Rio secure 2016 Olympic hosting rights?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

IOC ethics committee looks into Rio payment claims

The Super 30 Review

The Super 30 Review

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'What Super 30 really wants to say is Hrithik Roshan can be an action hero without showing off his sculpted torso,' says Sukanya Verma.

Refugee wins over fans in clash with world champion

Refugee wins over fans in clash with world champion

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

When Congolese refugee Popole Misenga stepped out to face the defending world champion in Wednesday's under 90-kilogram Judo competition he figured he'd be on the floor immediately.

Padma awards 2017: The winners

Padma awards 2017: The winners

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Political stalwarts Murli Manohar Joshi, Sharad Pawar and former Lok Sabha speaker P A Sangma, cricketer Virat Kohli and Carnatic musician K J Yesudas were among the 89 people who were selected for this year's Padma awards.

German coach suffers life-threatening injury in taxi crash

German coach suffers life-threatening injury in taxi crash

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

Germany's canoe slalom coach Stefan Henze is fighting for his life after sustaining serious head injuries in a car crash earlier on Friday, the German Olympic team (DOSB) said. Henze was seriously injured while returning with a taxi to the Olympic village and has undergone emergency surgery, the team said. "According to the doctors his head injuries are life-threatening," the DOSB said in a statement.

I will be Mancunian for rest of my life, says Guardiola

I will be Mancunian for rest of my life, says Guardiola

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Guardiola, who led City to the Premier League title last season with a record points tally of 100, signed a contract extension with the champions earlier this year that will take him to the end of the 2020-21 campaign.

In Sirsa, shops owned by Dera chief's followers run separate money system

In Sirsa, shops owned by Dera chief's followers run separate money system

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

In case a shopkeeper does not have any change at his disposal if a customer pays Rs 100 for an item that costs Rs 70, the latter may have to make do with three plastic tokens of Rs 10 value each .

Air India almost stopped Sumit Nagal from flying to Wimbledon!

Air India almost stopped Sumit Nagal from flying to Wimbledon!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

'Even if we ate our chappatis with pickle, we ensured proper food for Sumit.'

Padma Vibhushan for Bachchan, Advani; Padma Bhushan for Bill Gates

Padma Vibhushan for Bachchan, Advani; Padma Bhushan for Bill Gates

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Here's a list of all the Padma award winners

Serena wants equal prize money for women

Serena wants equal prize money for women

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Serena Williams was forced to go on the attack once again to defend equal prize money after she reached a ninth Wimbledon final in a new record time. The world number one blasted Russia's Elena Vesnina off Centre Court in just 48mins 34sec, the fastest ever semi-final at the All England Club. Vesnina earned 500,000 ($649,000) by making the last four.

Love photography? 5 CAREER options for you

Love photography? 5 CAREER options for you

Rediff.com25 May 2020

If you love visuals, you can choose from an array of options to pursue your passion and make money.

Incognito, Rahul Gandhi watched World Cup final

Incognito, Rahul Gandhi watched World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

According to reports even Rahul's brother-in-law Robert Vadera and his son Rehan were with him in South Africa. The Indian Embassy in Johannesburg was also asked to keep the Gandhi family members visit secret due to security issues.

Has the Indian Premier League killed the spirit of cricket?

Has the Indian Premier League killed the spirit of cricket?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

Decoding the pros and cons of the IPL series were James Astill, the author of The Great Tamasha: Cricket, Corruption and the Turbulent Rise of Modern India, Soumya Bhattacharya who wrote You must Like Cricket?, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and journalist Rajdeep Sardesai.

FIFA election to go ahead but Blatter told to stay away

FIFA election to go ahead but Blatter told to stay away

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

World soccer's governing body FIFA will proceed with an election to pick a new president on Friday to replace the disgraced Sepp Blatter and vote on a set of reforms aimed at restoring its credibility after the worst graft scandal in its history.

'C'mon, Tiger! Let's go, Tiger!'

'C'mon, Tiger! Let's go, Tiger!'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Given the depth of his descent into a dark, cavernous hole that has swallowed so many child stars, Tiger's greatest victory was not in golf but rather in his journey back into the light. An exclusive excerpt from the fascinating new book, Tiger Woods.

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

The British home secretary has granted permission for jeweller Nirav Modi's extradition to India. During their arguments in a London court, his lawyers claimed Modi suffers from mental illness and is a suicide risk if he was sent to Mumbai's Arthur Road jail. A fascinating excerpt from Danish Khan and Ruhi Khan's Escaped: True Stories Of Indian Fugitives In London.

Will former Pakistan captain Afridi tell all in his autobiography?

Will former Pakistan captain Afridi tell all in his autobiography?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi will come out next year with his autobiography in which he opens up about his "rivalries and alliances", particularly those with India, as well as his infatuation with the military and his take on politics. "Shahid Afridi: An Autobiography", written with journalist Wajahat S Khan, is an account of one of modern-day cricket's most controversial and high-achieving practitioners, who in 1996, as a 16-year-old, hammered a record-breaking 37-ball century. Afridi also holds the distinction of having hit the most number of sixes in the history of ODI cricket and most wickets (97) and most player-of-the match awards in T20 Internationals.

Sunanda told journo that she took flak for Tharoor in IPL Kochi row

Sunanda told journo that she took flak for Tharoor in IPL Kochi row

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

A special investigation team of the Delhi police on Friday questioned senior journalist Nalini Singh in connection with the murder case of former union minister Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar.

Soccer Extras: Everton appoint Ancelotti as new manager

Soccer Extras: Everton appoint Ancelotti as new manager

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Image: Meet Vladimir Putin, the rapper

Image: Meet Vladimir Putin, the rapper

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Putin's surprise appearance on a music channel to hand out awards came as a shock even to the journalists his minders handpicked to follow him around not to mention the audience of baseball cap-wearing adolescents

'People may get sick of T20s'

'People may get sick of T20s'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Where does Gideon Haigh see the future of the T20 game?

Tennis: Nagal aiming for higher rank to make Olympics

Tennis: Nagal aiming for higher rank to make Olympics

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Nagal said he would look to play more ATP Tour events this year but for that he would have to first improve his rankings.

We can't wait forever to play India: Pakistan Cricket Board

We can't wait forever to play India: Pakistan Cricket Board

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

Pakistan Cricket Board managing director Wasim Khan said that they need to move forward as they could not wait forever to play India.

'Mission accomplished', but can France fire?

'Mission accomplished', but can France fire?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Didier Deschamps, for whom a 0-0 draw with Denmark was 'mission accomplished' as his side finished top of Group C ahead of the Danes.

Why the AIADMK leadership is nervous over Sasikala's return

Why the AIADMK leadership is nervous over Sasikala's return

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Ahead of VK Sasikala's return to Tamil Nadu on February 8, there are some important questions facing her. One, does she carry electoral weight more now than her brainchild AMMK had in the 2019 LS polls? Two, can she retain or build upon the five per cent vote-share from that time? And finally, is there space for Sasikala to retrieve, first within the AIADMK and then across the state, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Malegaon blast case: Anticipation, anxiety, relief...

Malegaon blast case: Anticipation, anxiety, relief...

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel reports on all the action that unfolded at the NIA court hearing the 2008 Malegaon blast case.