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'Ted Lasso' star Sudeikis boosts Swiatek at US Open

'Ted Lasso' star Sudeikis boosts Swiatek at US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Iga Swiatek was thrilled to see Ted Lasso lead Jason Sudeikis in the stands.

Joao Pedro brace sends Chelsea into Club World Cup final

Joao Pedro brace sends Chelsea into Club World Cup final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

23-year-old Brazilian forward, signed from Brighton & Hove Albion for 60 million pounds ($81.5 million) last week, stars in victory over boyhood club Fluminense

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Magnus Carlsen feels he's still better than the young generation of chess players, but the Norwegian great is ruling out a comeback at the classical world championship.

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Mondo Duplantis, the reigning Olympic and world champion pole vaulter, has expressed his admiration for Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, calling him a "huge inspiration".

Time Aamir Stopped Acting!

Time Aamir Stopped Acting!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Audiences will hope that Rajinikanth's Coolie, Lokesh Kanagaraj's action film and Rajkumar Hirani's Dadasaheb Phalke biopic are not marred by Aamir Khan's disconcerting, repetitive performances. Aamir's real strength lies in championing stories that challenge conventions and are considered risky by mainstream filmmakers.

Grand Chess Tour 2025: Gukesh in four-way lead

Grand Chess Tour 2025: Gukesh in four-way lead

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh in joint lead with Carlsen and Wesley So after day one

PV Sindhu Seeks Clarity at Meenakshi Temple

PV Sindhu Seeks Clarity at Meenakshi Temple

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

PV Sindhu visited the Meenakshi Amman Temple -a quiet moment of reflection for the star shuttler seeking a reset.

Why Kohli likes the Champions Trophy

Why Kohli likes the Champions Trophy

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Kohli, who has played three editions of the 50-over event in 2009, 2013 (when India won) and 2017, likened the tournament to the fast-paced T20 World Cup.

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

'Rahane is born to play 100 Tests'

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Rahane had, on May 2, said he would never give up on his "desire and hunger" to play for India again despite being out of reckoning for the past two years.

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

This is important because he is to be seen as a sure winner before criss-crossing the state to campaign for candidates of the party or an alliance, highlights N Sathiya Moorthy.

'I'm not certain if Dhoni will play or not, but...'

'I'm not certain if Dhoni will play or not, but...'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

He added that, Ravindra Jadeja and Rachin Ravindra would also be crucial retentions, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad also an obvious choice.

PIX: Portugal beat Spain on penalties to win Nations League

PIX: Portugal beat Spain on penalties to win Nations League

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Images from the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain at Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany, on Sunday.

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The maiden edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event will be teeming with stars as the likes of Anderson Peters of Grenada and Thomas Rohler of Germany are taking part.

Sharath Kamal thanks PM Modi

Sharath Kamal thanks PM Modi

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Sharath's contribution to the game goes beyond the staggering numbers, including seven gold medals at the Commonwealth Games, two path-breaking bronze medals at the Asian Games and five appearances at the Summer Olympics.

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have struggled in recent Test matches, will find their form in the upcoming ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy.

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid have praised the composure of young batsmen Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL.

10 Images From Alcaraz-Sinner's Epic Final

10 Images From Alcaraz-Sinner's Epic Final

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Together, the two young stars have now claimed seven out of the last eight Grand Slam titles.

'Why Have Technology At All?'

'Why Have Technology At All?'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'The defection can be an optical illusion.'

God put me in this situation...: Rahul

God put me in this situation...: Rahul

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'If you stay humble, put your heart in the right place, train hard, and let your bat talk, God finds ways to bless you.'

Tan Kim Her returns to guide India's badminton stars

Tan Kim Her returns to guide India's badminton stars

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Malaysian doubles specialist Tan Kim Her has reunited with star pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, starting his second stint at the Indian badminton landscape.

How Shami stays match-fit: 'Only one meal a day!'

How Shami stays match-fit: 'Only one meal a day!'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

India's star pacer Mohammed Shami says he prefers to eat only one meal a day and has never had a craving for delicacies.

Renuka: The village girl who became India's star pacer

Renuka: The village girl who became India's star pacer

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Pace sensation Renuka Singh Thakur overcomes obstacles to fulfill her father's dream.

One phone call changed everything for Poland

One phone call changed everything for Poland

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Poland manager Michal Probierz resigned from his position on Thursday, four days after star striker Robert Lewandowski said he will no longer play for the national team under him.

Paralympic Stars Shine Bright

Paralympic Stars Shine Bright

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The evening was graced by the presence of Paralympic athletes Navdeep Singh and Avani Lekhara, whose inspiring achievements have brought immense pride to the nation.

'Guru Dutt Was Very Down To Earth'

'Guru Dutt Was Very Down To Earth'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'I always considered him as a director, never an actor. Do you know he always considered other actors for his films first?' 'For Pyaasa, he wanted to cast Dilip saab; only when Dilip saab refused did Guru Duttji decide to do the role himself.'

Ready For A Thrilling Weekend On OTT?

Ready For A Thrilling Weekend On OTT?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Soldiers, cops, detectives, K-Pop idols, here's everything you can catch on OTT this week.

Neeraj Chopra begins 2025 with gold

Neeraj Chopra begins 2025 with gold

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist Chopra won gold at the Potch Invitational Track event in Potchefstroom, South Africa, on Wednesday.

Meet India's rising tennis star

Meet India's rising tennis star

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Eqbal and Faisal's recent success saw him conquer Fardeen Mohammed and Abhinansu Borthakur 6-0, 6-2 in the men's doubles final to win the title.

Pegula's private jet saves WTA stars hours of travel

Pegula's private jet saves WTA stars hours of travel

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

With the players then facing a quick turnaround ahead of the Indian Wells main draw beginning on Wednesday, Pegula offered to fly all of them to California for the WTA 1000 tournament.

Russian skating stars on doomed plane

Russian skating stars on doomed plane

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

The couple were reported to have been returning from the competition and travelling with a group of young skaters.

10 Times Sonam Kapoor Looked Wow

10 Times Sonam Kapoor Looked Wow

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Ever since Sonam Kapoor made her Bollywood debut in 2007, she's achieved a fair amount of success and worked with the cream of film-makers.

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Joe Root gears up for an action-packed year of Test cricket featuring home series against India and an away Ashes series against Australia

Sindhu Is Puma's Newest Star

Sindhu Is Puma's Newest Star

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Puma has ventured into badminton by signing up double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu.

U Mumba crush Jaipur to win Ultimate TT title

U Mumba crush Jaipur to win Ultimate TT title

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Mumba captain and World No. 12 Bernadette Szocs emerged as the star of the night, ending Sreeja Akula's unbeaten run with a 2-1 win.

'Corporates need to support sports other than cricket in India'

'Corporates need to support sports other than cricket in India'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Badminton is not as popular as cricket in India and therefore comparatively does not attract as many sponsors.

CAS cuts former Man United star's doping suspension

CAS cuts former Man United star's doping suspension

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

'Finally the nightmare is over. Following the decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, I can look forward to the day when I can follow my dreams again.'

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Despite the impressive record that the WTC finalists are in possession of, Bangar doesn't believe the Proteas or the Baggy Greens will receive an edge over the other in the Ultimate Test, which is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday.

Will Rising Mercury Take Shine off Wimbledon 2025?

Will Rising Mercury Take Shine off Wimbledon 2025?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Wimbledon is braced for its hottest ever start with London set to endure a searing heatwave that is forecast to peak as play begins at the All England Club on Monday.

Maradona's homicide trial declared invalid

Maradona's homicide trial declared invalid

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Diego Maradona's homicide trial declared invalid, says local media

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

'See, he had the power, the support, so you expected certain kind of toughness, stubbornness from him but he would do things for Indian cricket.'