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Mancini targets semis, urges Italy to entertain in Euro 2020 opener

Mancini targets semis, urges Italy to entertain in Euro 2020 opener

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Italy face Turkey at Rome's Stadio Olimpico on Friday in the tournament's first match.

'I am here to make you uncomfortable'

'I am here to make you uncomfortable'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

'Playing for India was my dream and when I get tired, I always remind myself of this. That's where the smile is from.'

'India-Pakistan rivalry always gives a different level of thrill'

'India-Pakistan rivalry always gives a different level of thrill'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Viewers and fans across the country will be treated to a highly entertaining encounter on Wednesday between India (A) and Pakistan (A), in the prestigious ACC Men's Emerging Asia Cup 2023.

GCL: Anand's Ganges Grandmasters go down to Mumba Masters

GCL: Anand's Ganges Grandmasters go down to Mumba Masters

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

In another entertaining contest SG Alpine Warriors defeated Chingari Gulf Titans 11-6.

Sports Shorts: Nelson to end hurdling career; F1 live Twitter show

Sports Shorts: Nelson to end hurdling career; F1 live Twitter show

Rediff.com1 May 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday.

Part of me leaves with Federer, says emotional Nadal

Part of me leaves with Federer, says emotional Nadal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Sitting courtside, Rafael Nadal cried as his great rival, Roger Federer, bid an emotional farewell to tennis at the Laver Cup on Friday, later saying an important part of him was also leaving the men's Tour with the retirement of the Swiss.

Dubai to host first 'Evening with Tendulkar'

Dubai to host first 'Evening with Tendulkar'

Rediff.com2 May 2012

Select fans will get to spend an evening with iconic Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar when he embarks on a worldwide, six-city tour over the next three years as part of FidelisWorld 'Celebration Series'.

Existing Covid guidelines to continue till March 31: MHA

Existing Covid guidelines to continue till March 31: MHA

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said while there has been a substantial decline in the active and new COVID-19 cases, there is need to maintain surveillance, containment and caution so as to fully overcome the pandemic.

Champions League PIX: Rashford sent off in shocking defeat; Real advances to last 16

Champions League PIX: Rashford sent off in shocking defeat; Real advances to last 16

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Roundup of the Champions League matches played on Wednesday night

Del Piero confident about entertaining ISL fans

Del Piero confident about entertaining ISL fans

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

In an exclusive chat, Del Piero tells Rediff.com's Laxmi Negi of his urge to entertain fans and his interest in understanding India and its culture.

Disney Star sub licenses ICC TV rights to Zee

Disney Star sub licenses ICC TV rights to Zee

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

'This is a first-of-its-kind partnership in the Indian media & entertainment landscape, and this association with Disney Star reflects our sharp, strategic vision for the sports business India.'

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host Man United legend Saha on Jan 20

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host Man United legend Saha on Jan 20

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

Karnataka imposes lockdown like restrictions from May 10-24

Karnataka imposes lockdown like restrictions from May 10-24

Rediff.com8 May 2021

All shops and commercial establishments, hotels, pubs and bars will remain closed during this period, Yediyurappa said.

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

A summary of the UEFA Champions League Group Stage action, on Wednesday.

STAR unifies branding for sports

STAR unifies branding for sports

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

The company changes the names of its many sports channels, such as the acquired ESPN and dedicated Star Cricket, to Star Sports 1-4, that will bear out its multifarious sports strategy.

Can't have gladiator type sport in India: SC on Jallikattu

Can't have gladiator type sport in India: SC on Jallikattu

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Questioning the Centre for its notification allowing use of bulls in events like Jallikattu, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said India cannot "import Roman gladiator type sport".

'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!''

'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!''

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'As we grow older, we fight much less with each other.' 'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!'' 'I would recommend it for all relationships.' 'In anger, we can say many hurtful things that can leave a deep scar, so dropping it is the healthy way of preventing that from happening.'

Muhammad Ali, 'the greatest', remembered as boxer who transcended sports

Muhammad Ali, 'the greatest', remembered as boxer who transcended sports

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

The death of Muhammad Ali, the former heavyweight champion known as much for his political activism as his boxing brilliance, triggered a worldwide outpouring of affection and admiration for one of the best-known figures of the 20th century.

Bowlers reduced to virtual bowling machines, says Chappell

Bowlers reduced to virtual bowling machines, says Chappell

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

The ludicrous combination of better bats and smaller boundaries is reducing bowlers to virtual bowling machines, says the legendary Australian Ian Chappell.

When India Last Played Pakistan In An ODI

When India Last Played Pakistan In An ODI

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

The two teams last played each other in the 2019 World Cup.

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 6 of 2018 Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 6 of 2018 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The events on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5 of the Games were well captured and here we document all the action from Day 6, in pictures...

Sports Shorts: Anand out of contention in Norway

Sports Shorts: Anand out of contention in Norway

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Kyrgios happy to 'look like an idiot' after bizarre play

Kyrgios happy to 'look like an idiot' after bizarre play

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Kyrgios has been playing the best tennis of his career over the past couple of months

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara continued his good form in Ranji Trophy as he slammed his second successive century as Saurashtra dominated their Elite Group A match against Manipur.

Day before World Cup, Putin thanks FIFA for keeping politics out of sport

Day before World Cup, Putin thanks FIFA for keeping politics out of sport

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

The Russian Football Union's director general, Aleksandr Alaev, urged football fans from across the world to ignore "some critical remarks" on the country hosting the tournament.

Guess Who Plays Murali In Bio-Pic?

Guess Who Plays Murali In Bio-Pic?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'The magnitude of responsibility one has while portraying a real life legend like Mr Muralitharan is not lost on me.'

India rejoice historic badminton triumph in Thomas Cup

India rejoice historic badminton triumph in Thomas Cup

Rediff.com15 May 2022

'The Indian badminton team has scripted history'

New Covid SOPs: Theatres allowed more seating, pools open for all

New Covid SOPs: Theatres allowed more seating, pools open for all

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday allowed cinema halls and theatres to operate with more people while swimming pools have been permitted for use by all in fresh COVID-19 reopening guidelines.

Sports stars asking for crores for endorsement

Sports stars asking for crores for endorsement

Rediff.com3 May 2011

While most Commonwealth Games winners are asking for 20-35 per cent more, the young stars of India's world cup win have doubled their rates.

Kohli postpones sports awards as a mark of respect to CRPF jawans

Kohli postpones sports awards as a mark of respect to CRPF jawans

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

India captain Virat Kohli has postponed the RP-SG Indian Sports Honours, which was to take place on Saturday, as a 'mark of respect' to the Central Reserve Police Force personnel martyred in the Pulwama terrorist attack.

Sports Shorts: Honda replaces Toro Rosso engine parts for Bahrain GP

Sports Shorts: Honda replaces Toro Rosso engine parts for Bahrain GP

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Sports Shorts: Shubhankar makes cut in Abu Dhabi

Sports Shorts: Shubhankar makes cut in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday

'Flat, fast' wickets on Stokes' wishlist for Ashes showdown

'Flat, fast' wickets on Stokes' wishlist for Ashes showdown

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Ben Stokes wants to bombard Australia with express pace, while also banking on typically seaming home conditions, when the arch-rivals clash during the Ashes later this year.

European soccer: Real Madrid rally; Big win for Mourinho's Roma

European soccer: Real Madrid rally; Big win for Mourinho's Roma

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

IMAGES from the soccer matches played across European leagues over the weekend.

10 Delightful Dev Anand Scenes

10 Delightful Dev Anand Scenes

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

100 years of Dev Anand and 10 scenes etched in our memory!

Swiatek not amused by 'Iga's Bakery' memes

Swiatek not amused by 'Iga's Bakery' memes

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Swiatek no fan of 'Iga's Bakery' memes after serving up another double bagel

On court of pain, Zverev rediscovers his joie de vivre in Paris

On court of pain, Zverev rediscovers his joie de vivre in Paris

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Playing in the same arena where the German had suffered torn ligaments in his ankle a year ago

First home business directory for women launched

First home business directory for women launched

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

Sitagita.com has launched the first ever online home business directory to aid women in expanding home-based ventures.

SAFF: India denied victory as Kuwait forces dramatic draw

SAFF: India denied victory as Kuwait forces dramatic draw

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Chhetri works his magic but India split points with Kuwait