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Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The National Senior Federation Competition scheduled to be held in Ranchi from May 22 to 25 will serve as the final selection event for the country's track and field athletes for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games starting July 23.

Casemiro hails Carrick's impact, backs him for full-time role at Man United

Casemiro hails Carrick's impact, backs him for full-time role at Man United

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Casemiro backs Michael Carrick for the permanent Manchester United job after a strong run that lifted the club to third in the Premier League.

10 Vijay Films That Defined The Thalapathy

10 Vijay Films That Defined The Thalapathy

Rediff.com4 May 2026

As Vijay is set to lead Tamil Nadu after a historic electoral win, we take a look back at films that built his mass appeal while affirming how cinema shaped his larger-than-life public persona.

Gokulam Kerala, Aizawl FC Share Points In Relegation Battle

Gokulam Kerala, Aizawl FC Share Points In Relegation Battle

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Gokulam Kerala and Aizawl FC played to a 2-2 draw in a crucial I-League relegation stage match. The draw ensures Aizawl FC's safety from relegation, while Gokulam Kerala remains in the relegation zone.

Indian Boxers Gear Up For Asian U15 & U17 Championships

Indian Boxers Gear Up For Asian U15 & U17 Championships

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 56-member Indian boxing contingent is set to compete at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, starting Friday.

Rajasthan Royals Seek Revival Against Lucknow Super Giants

Rajasthan Royals Seek Revival Against Lucknow Super Giants

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, after two consecutive defeats, aim to regain momentum against a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in their upcoming IPL match. Key concerns include the form of skipper Riyan Parag and the fragility of the middle order. Lucknow's bowling attack needs to find breakthroughs to counter Rajasthan's strong opening pair.

Palak-Mukesh Shatter World Record To Win Gold At Shooting World Cup

Palak-Mukesh Shatter World Record To Win Gold At Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Indian shooters Palak and Mukesh Nelavalli won a gold medal and broke the world record in the 10m air pistol mixed team competition at the ISSF World Cup in Granada, Spain.

IPL 2026, SRH vs RR Preview: Rampaging Rajasthan Royals looking to extend winning run vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2026, SRH vs RR Preview: Rampaging Rajasthan Royals looking to extend winning run vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, currently leading the IPL standings, will play Sunrisers Hyderabad, who have struggled for consistency, in an upcoming match. The Royals' strong batting and improved bowling will be tested by Sunrisers' explosive but inconsistent top order.

Will Lucknow Super Giants Check Punjab Kings Charge?

Will Lucknow Super Giants Check Punjab Kings Charge?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings, currently unbeaten, will rely on their strong batting lineup to maintain their winning streak against Lucknow Super Giants, who are concerned about Rishabh Pant's injury, in their upcoming IPL match.

Gavaskar identifies Chennai Super Kings' bowling woes

Gavaskar identifies Chennai Super Kings' bowling woes

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has identified Chennai Super Kings' bowling as their primary concern, suggesting they need to consistently score high to compensate. He also praised Ayush Mhatre's potential and Rohit Sharma's improved fitness.

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Faf du Plessis, Jonty Rhodes, and Heinrich Klaasen have invested in the Rotterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League, with du Plessis also leading the team.

PV Sindhu Urges Aspiring Athletes to Prioritise Education

PV Sindhu Urges Aspiring Athletes to Prioritise Education

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu emphasises the importance of education for aspiring athletes, highlighting the risks of focusing solely on sports and the lifelong value of academics.

WATCH: Deepika Padukone's First Public Appearance After Baby News

WATCH: Deepika Padukone's First Public Appearance After Baby News

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were spotted at Mumbai airport, marking Deepika's first public appearance since the announcement of their second pregnancy.

How Pukhraj Singh Gill Clinched ADT Players Title

How Pukhraj Singh Gill Clinched ADT Players Title

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Pukhraj Singh Gill emerged victorious at the ADT Players Championship presented by The R&A, overcoming a tense three-way play-off to secure his first international title.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Confident After Pace Duo Impresses

Sunrisers Hyderabad Confident After Pace Duo Impresses

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by the emergence of young pace bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Husain, are confident heading into their IPL match against Chennai Super Kings. The uncapped duo made an immediate impact in the previous match, giving SRH a new edge.

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Maradona had bipolar disorder, court hears in death trial

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A psychologist testifies in Diego Maradona's death trial, stating the football legend had bipolar disorder and required strict alcohol abstinence.

France striker Kylian Mbappe diagnosed with hamstring injury ahead of World Cup

France striker Kylian Mbappe diagnosed with hamstring injury ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has suffered a hamstring injury, the LaLiga club said on Monday, weeks before the start of the World Cup.

Simone Biles Joins Laureus as Ambassador

Simone Biles Joins Laureus as Ambassador

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, has been named a Laureus ambassador, joining other sports icons like Neeraj Chopra and Yuvraj Singh in promoting the power of sport for social change.

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

Rediff.com5 May 2026

K L Rahul expresses satisfaction at breaking the perception of being a Test specialist.

Non-stop action from ESPN-Star Sports

Non-stop action from ESPN-Star Sports

Rediff.com15 Oct 2005

Last month, Manu Sawhney took charge as executive vice president, programming and marketing, ESPN-Star Sports.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

Biathlon star admits cheating after Olympic bronze medal

Biathlon star admits cheating after Olympic bronze medal

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid confessed to cheating on his girlfriend after winning a bronze medal at the Winter Olympics, publicly apologizing and begging for forgiveness.

ICC Scrambles As JioStar Seeks Exit

ICC Scrambles As JioStar Seeks Exit

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

A key blow for JioStar came from an unlikely source: The Indian government's ban on real-money gaming, the sector that had become cricket's biggest advertiser.

Junior Athletes Gear Up For National Athletics Meet

Junior Athletes Gear Up For National Athletics Meet

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The National Junior (U20) Athletics Federation competition is set to begin in Tumkur, Karnataka, with young athletes vying for a spot in the Asian U20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong.

Diksha Dagar To Spearhead Indian Golfers At MCB Ladies Classic

Diksha Dagar To Spearhead Indian Golfers At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Diksha Dagar will lead a strong Indian contingent at the inaugural MCB Ladies Classic Mauritius, joined by Tvesa Malik, Vani Kapoor, and Hitaashee Bakshi at the Legends Course.

Ex-Nigeria Forward Michael Eneramo Dies On Pitch

Ex-Nigeria Forward Michael Eneramo Dies On Pitch

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Former Nigeria forward Michael Eneramo died on Friday after collapsing on the pitch during a friendly match in Kaduna. The 40-year-old, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, appeared to have suffered cardiac arrest.

Vinesh Phogat Confirms Entry To Gonda Ranking Tournament

Vinesh Phogat Confirms Entry To Gonda Ranking Tournament

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat confirms her participation in the upcoming ranking tournament in Gonda after initial registration issues with the Wrestling Federation of India.

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Nat Sciver-Brunt will captain the 15-member England squad for the upcoming 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, the ECB announced. The same squad will also participate in the preceding series against India and New Zealand in May-June.

Bollywood's Bronze Beauties

Bollywood's Bronze Beauties

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Be it a sun-kissed glow or golden tan, the magic of bronzer in one's make-up kit is all you need to pay a scorching ode to summer glamour. Bollywood's most stylish gals demonstrate the trend.

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match

Is Nora Fatehi Dating PSG's Moroccan Star?

Is Nora Fatehi Dating PSG's Moroccan Star?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

If rumours are to be believed there was more than the football that saw the Canadian-born actress at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat.

MI looking to capitalise on home form against RCB

MI looking to capitalise on home form against RCB

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians aim to leverage their home advantage against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a mixed start to their IPL campaign. Key batting performances and bowling partnerships will be crucial for both teams.

Sooryavanshi Set For Bumrah Test As Mumbai Indians Face Resurgent Royals

Sooryavanshi Set For Bumrah Test As Mumbai Indians Face Resurgent Royals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat when they face a confident Rajasthan Royals side in their upcoming IPL match. The Royals will be aiming to continue their winning streak.

Vishvanath Suresh Shocks World Champion Tashkenbay At Asian Boxing Championships

Vishvanath Suresh Shocks World Champion Tashkenbay At Asian Boxing Championships

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh defeated world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships, while Ankushita Boro also advanced to the semi-finals.

'Dhurandhar Is Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

'Dhurandhar Is Not A Ranveer Singh Film'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The monumental box office success of the Dhurandhar franchise has been attributed to Director Aditya Dhar's creative vision, rather than lead star Ranveer Singh's appeal.

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan Reveals Why Punjab Kings' Struggled for Years

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan Reveals Why Punjab Kings' Struggled for Years

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has shed light on the internal issues plaguing the Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL franchise, citing owner interference and a lack of coordination as key factors behind their struggles.

IPL 2026: Winless KKR Face Uphill Battle Against Resurgent Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026: Winless KKR Face Uphill Battle Against Resurgent Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders are under pressure to reverse their losing streak as they face a strong Gujarat Titans side in the Indian Premier League. KKR's struggles with team selection, batting order, and bowling form have compounded their problems, while Gujarat Titans are gaining momentum with key players finding form.

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Mirabai Chanu will miss the Asian Championships due to a shoulder injury sustained during the National Championships. Komal Kohar is expected to replace her in the Indian team.

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.

Rohan Bopanna Highlights Need for Tennis Structure Amidst Emerging Talent

Rohan Bopanna Highlights Need for Tennis Structure Amidst Emerging Talent

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Rohan Bopanna emphasises the need for a structured approach to developing tennis in India, while Joshna Chinnappa expresses excitement about squash's Olympic debut and the growth of Indian squash talent.