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Murray signs with Bhupathi's agency

Murray signs with Bhupathi's agency

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

US Open and Olympic champion Andy Murray has signed on as the first client of a new partnership between his management company and Indian doubles star Mahesh Bhupathi's GloboSport.

Rocket Boys Review

Rocket Boys Review

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Jim Sarb and Ishwak Singh are a force to reckon with and deliver a soaring tribute to the two pillars of India's science world in Rocket Boys, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Soccer PIX: Milan and Inter share spoils; Atletico held

Soccer PIX: Milan and Inter share spoils; Atletico held

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

IMAGES from soccer matches played across Europe on Sunday.

Money, money, money: the cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Games

Money, money, money: the cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Games

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Here are some areas where costs have grown, and where income that had been expected will not materialise.

IOA seeks Govt help for popularising golf

IOA seeks Govt help for popularising golf

Rediff.com14 Nov 2009

Golf's inclusion in the 2016 Olympics, has prompted the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to seek government help for making the sport popular and enhance the country's chances of winning a medal in Rio de Janeiro.

PHOTOS: Bolt sprinkles star-dust as athletics goes Hollywood

PHOTOS: Bolt sprinkles star-dust as athletics goes Hollywood

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

The Nitro Series promised to make athletics a show and the sport's ultimate show-man Usain Bolt capped its first meeting in Melbourne on Saturday by propelling his team of international "All-Stars" to a crowd-pleasing win in the 4x100 metres relay.

Football Extras: Barca escape Copa expulsion

Football Extras: Barca escape Copa expulsion

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

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

Talking points from the Premier League weekend

Talking points from the Premier League weekend

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

Such is the level of consistency of Manchester City (nine straight wins) and Liverpool (five straight victories), that it can be easy to lose sight of just how good this title race is.

Let us Waka Waka one last time

Let us Waka Waka one last time

Rediff.com9 Jul 2010

Soon, the greatest global show will be over. Life will not be the same, probably a bit boring with no octopus, no blundering referees, no Paraguayan starlet or horrible cacophony (though by the end of the competition we will be missing it!).

Die Mannschaft is not an association of stars

Die Mannschaft is not an association of stars

Rediff.com4 Jul 2010

France native Claude Arpi shares his thoughts on Saturday's quarter-finals at the World Cup.

No samba anymore!

No samba anymore!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2010

France native Claude Arpi shares his thoughts on the first two quarter-final at the World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo, a shadow of his old self

Cristiano Ronaldo, a shadow of his old self

Rediff.com30 Jun 2010

The adventure is over for Carlos Queiroz's boys who had not lost 19 consecutive World Cup matches.

The cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Olympics

The cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Olympics

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Organisers said last December that the entire cost of holding the Games would come to about $15.4 billion, including $2.8 billion in costs for the unprecedented postponement from 2020. Since then, the projected bill for postponement has risen to $3 billion.

Bengal imposes fresh Covid curbs, local trains suspended

Bengal imposes fresh Covid curbs, local trains suspended

Rediff.com6 May 2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday took stock of the COVID-19 situation in the state, shortly after her swearing-in ceremony, and announced fresh curbs to combat the spread of COVID-19, including suspension of local train services.

9 Life Lessons From Rajinikanth

9 Life Lessons From Rajinikanth

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

Learn the art of swag from the Superstar.

'My life has been like a Cinderella story'

'My life has been like a Cinderella story'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'I have seen garibi to amiri.'

PHOTOS: Mary Kom, Rahul Gandhi, Sehwag in 'Vijender's corner'

PHOTOS: Mary Kom, Rahul Gandhi, Sehwag in 'Vijender's corner'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

Getting a ringside view of the action were Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi and Indian Premier League commissioner Rajiv Shukla, Olympic champion boxer MC Mary Kom, star wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt, cricketers Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina.

'Kohli deserved better'

'Kohli deserved better'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

'Believe me, Virat will go out of his way to make the new captain comfortable.'

Khawaja asks Finch, Cummins to clean the air over Langer

Khawaja asks Finch, Cummins to clean the air over Langer

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Clearly he didn't get the length of contract extension offer that he was after so it hasn't been ideal, but I don't subscribe to the fact that it was individuals that were key to making the decision, said selection chief, George Bailey.

ISL: ATKMB continue perfect run as Krishna nets winner

ISL: ATKMB continue perfect run as Krishna nets winner

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

ATKMB dominated the early exchanges and constantly raided the opposition box. However, Odisha did well to close down the spaces and keep things tight at the back.

'83 Review

'83 Review

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Kabir Khan's '83 is an ode to a game changing chapter of Indian cricket history, pitch-perfect partnerships between openers and tail enders, knowing your mate's strengths as well as your own, seizing that one moment that defines the rest of your life, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Release date of Ranveer's Kapil Dev biopic revealed

Release date of Ranveer's Kapil Dev biopic revealed

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Actor Ranveer Singh-starrer '83', about India's 1983 Cricket World Cup win, will release in August next year.

Gnabry double sends Bayern into Champions League final

Gnabry double sends Bayern into Champions League final

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League second semi-final played at Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon on Wednesday.

'Amid COVID surge, it's our responsibility to give people reason to smile'

'Amid COVID surge, it's our responsibility to give people reason to smile'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

The South African commended the front-line workers all over the world who are working tirelessly to help everyone in these tough times.

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Football Focus: Inter sign Sanchez from Man United

Football Focus: Inter sign Sanchez from Man United

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

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

Europa: Fernandes penalty sends United into semis; Lukaku leads Inter

Europa: Fernandes penalty sends United into semis; Lukaku leads Inter

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Manchester United were forced to dig deep to reach the Europa League semi-finals as Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes converted a 95th-minute penalty to secure a 1-0 win over a stubborn FC Copenhagen side after extra time on Monday.

WC Qualifiers: Colombia hold Brazil; Argentina win

WC Qualifiers: Colombia hold Brazil; Argentina win

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

A round-up of Sunday's action in the South American World Cup qualifiers.

PIX: Ronaldo saves United; Bayern, Chelsea cruise

PIX: Ronaldo saves United; Bayern, Chelsea cruise

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

'Chuni Goswami will forever remain golden boy of Indian football'

'Chuni Goswami will forever remain golden boy of Indian football'

Rediff.com1 May 2020

In a heart-warming tribute to his former teammate, Franco Fortunato recalls that "The team that won the Gold Medal in the 1962 Asian Games was a fantastic bunch. But Chuni was above all. He was a treat to watch. He was pure entertainment, a complete package. He was our captain, our darling".

Movies to look forward to in 2021

Movies to look forward to in 2021

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

2020 may have been a dampener for movie releases in theatres. But 2021 is expected to be better.

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Round-up of World Cup qualifiers played on Friday

Everton sign Colombian Rodriguez from Real Madrid

Everton sign Colombian Rodriguez from Real Madrid

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

In his domestic career, James had moved to Spain from the French side AS Monaco directly after claiming the World Cup Golden Boot with his six goals at the 2014 competition in Brazil.

Matches off, here's how football fans get a kick

Matches off, here's how football fans get a kick

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

With football matches cancelled across Europe to stop the spread of the coronavirus, La Liga players Borja Iglesias and Sergio Reguilon found a novel way to attract 60,000 online fans - by battling out a thrilling Seville derby on the FIFA 20 videogame. Fans in Andalusia suffering from La Liga withdrawal symptoms after Sunday's clash between Sevilla and Real Betis was postponed tuned in for the showdown between Betis's Iglesias and Sevilla's Reguilon on streaming service Twitch.

Soccer PIX: Leicester punish Brentford; PSG held

Soccer PIX: Leicester punish Brentford; PSG held

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Alaba strike on Clasico debut gives Real Madrid 2-1 win at Barcelona.

Awww! Don't Veere Di Wedding girls look lovely?

Awww! Don't Veere Di Wedding girls look lovely?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Join the wedding celebrations on May 18.

Hyundai Alcazar review: Packs in a premium feel

Hyundai Alcazar review: Packs in a premium feel

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

The car is built in a manner that stands tall and rugged on the city streets, without ever being uncomfortable, says Pavan Lall.

10 weeks, 10 releases

10 weeks, 10 releases

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the 10 releases that will keep the entertainment going till the end of 2020.

Review: Eetti is worth a watch

Review: Eetti is worth a watch

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Eetti is a lighthearted entertainer that tells an interesting tale, feels S Saraswathi.

EPL PIX: West Ham end Liverpool's unbeaten run; Spurs flop on Conte's debut

EPL PIX: West Ham end Liverpool's unbeaten run; Spurs flop on Conte's debut

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Sunday.