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Smith 'not buying into' notion of India's venue advantage

Smith 'not buying into' notion of India's venue advantage

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

India playing at one venue has been a hot topic for debate among former cricketers and some sections of fans. There has hardly been any press conference where questions haven't been raised about tournament scheduling.

US deports Cat  Stevens

US deports Cat Stevens

Rediff.com23 Sep 2004

Officials said the former pop star was placed on the no-fly list in July after reports linking him with groups known to have terrorist ties.

Blow for Aus: Hazlewood likely to miss remainder of Test series

Blow for Aus: Hazlewood likely to miss remainder of Test series

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Josh Hazlewood, who was recalled after recovering from a side injury that ruled him out of the second Test, did not start on the ground on day four at the Gabba on Tuesday and bowled only one over before chatting to a team physio during a drinks break.

Vettori to abandon Australia mid-Test for IPL

Vettori to abandon Australia mid-Test for IPL

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

The IPL auction will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24-25, clashing with the Perth Test scheduled from November 22.

US, Russia hold talks to end war, without Ukraine

US, Russia hold talks to end war, without Ukraine

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

After more than four hours of talks in Saudi Arabia, the US and Russia agreed on four key principles, Rubio said on Tuesday. These include appointing a high-level team to help "negotiate and work through the end of the conflict in Ukraine" in a way that's "acceptable to all the parties engaged."

Head continues to torment India

Head continues to torment India

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Travis Head has been a thorn in India's side, hitting three centuries and two fifties in his last seven innings against them.

US court upholds $5mn sexual abuse verdict against Trump

US court upholds $5mn sexual abuse verdict against Trump

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Writer E Jean Carroll had alleged that Trump 'raped' her in the Bergdorf Goodman department store in 1996. He later denied her claim, defamed her by saying she wasn't his type, and suggested she fabricated the story to boost sales of her book.

2-tier Test format before India's tour of England?

2-tier Test format before India's tour of England?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The push for a two-tier system gained traction following Australia's blockbuster series against India, which set attendance records.

India U-19 stun Australia, clinching 3-0 series sweep

India U-19 stun Australia, clinching 3-0 series sweep

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Indian junior team had won the first and second Youth ODIs by seven and nine wickets respectively.

PKL: Thalaivas inflict crushing defeat upon Warriorz

PKL: Thalaivas inflict crushing defeat upon Warriorz

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Tamil Thalaivas roared back to form with an emphatic 46-31 win over Bengal Warriorz in the Pro Kabaddi League at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Saturday.

PIX: Bachchans, Hrithik,  Sridevi party with Steven Spielberg

PIX: Bachchans, Hrithik, Sridevi party with Steven Spielberg

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Mumbai's swish set and Bollywood A-listers attended Anil Ambani's bash for Steven Spielberg.

Stevens to face Murphy in world final

Stevens to face Murphy in world final

Rediff.com1 May 2005

Stevens went through to his second World snooker final beating Ian McCulloch while Murphy scored over Peter Ebdon.

Former Liverpool skipper Yeats passes away

Former Liverpool skipper Yeats passes away

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Former Liverpool captain and Scotland defender Ron Yeats has died at the age of 86

Steven Gerrard hints at LA Galaxy exit

Steven Gerrard hints at LA Galaxy exit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Former England skipper Steven Gerrard has once again added fuel to the speculations of him leaving the LA Galaxy. Gerrard's contract with the LA Galaxy finishes in December, with formal talks over a new deal expected to begin once the club's fate in the MLS play-offs is determined. The 36-year-old recently posted a picture on Instagram overlooking to evening LA skyline with the caption: "Special place incredible view I will miss you LA [sic]", reports Mirror.co.uk

Trump-Putin Bonhomie: Checkmate Xi?

Trump-Putin Bonhomie: Checkmate Xi?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

The US move to align with Russia is prompted by fear of a Sino-Russian joint threat. Russia, fully aware of its military vulnerability vis a vis China may cautiously welcome the American move, assesses Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Ronaldo's new boss: Al-Nassr make shock appointment

Ronaldo's new boss: Al-Nassr make shock appointment

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Al-Nassr have appointed Stefano Pioli as manager to replace Luis Castro, the Saudi Pro League club said on Wednesday.

My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

If You Missed The Oscars, Read This

If You Missed The Oscars, Read This

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Sean Baker broke a record by winning four Oscars just himself for Anora: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Editing and Best Original Screenplay.

Stat check: Bumrah's average second only to Barnes

Stat check: Bumrah's average second only to Barnes

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Bumrah now has 36 wickets on Australian soil, and the batter he's dismissed most times is his opposite number Pat Cummins (6).

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin says New Zealand, despite the absence of the long-serving pace duo of Trent Boult and Tim Southee, who have quit playing the 50-over format, will pose a challenge to India.

Serena, Djokovic, Spielberg Party In Paris

Serena, Djokovic, Spielberg Party In Paris

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Celebrities from the worlds of sports, fashion, music and film converged on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the 'The Prelude To The Olympics' party at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.

Steven Smith: The best keeps getting better

Steven Smith: The best keeps getting better

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Steven Smith's prolific run of form shows no sign of ending any time soon.

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'He may respect others, but he is unlikely to admire them'

'We Attribute Success To The Star, Failure To The Director'

'We Attribute Success To The Star, Failure To The Director'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

'Our analysis of success, like failure, is so reductive and so one dimensional that we don't look at the bigger picture.'

Will Australia reclaim the BGT title from India?

Will Australia reclaim the BGT title from India?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

The highly-anticipated BGT series will begin next week in Perth as both teams fight for a spot in the World Test Championship final, set to be held next year in London.

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

The Kiwi star showered praise on Root for the phenomenal display he has produced on the crease. He admitted that he is a fan of the Englishman and the other two members of the 'Fab Four', Virat Kohli and Steven Smith.

Steven Gerrard to quit Liverpool at end of season - reports

Steven Gerrard to quit Liverpool at end of season - reports

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Former England skipper Steven Gerrard is set to announce that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, according to media reports.

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.

AFC Challenge Cup: Steven gets the boot

AFC Challenge Cup: Steven gets the boot

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Winger Steven Dias got the axe as India, on Wednesday announced 30 probables for the preparatory camp for next month's AFC Challenge Cup football tournament in Kathmandu.

How Steven Spielberg's War Horse came about

How Steven Spielberg's War Horse came about

Rediff.com27 Jan 2012

The ace filmmaker talks about his new film War Horse.

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Soros, 94, in the recent past has spoken openly against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ruling BJP believe that he tried to interfere in Indian elections.

'Pure fiction': Russia denies Putin-Trump phone call

'Pure fiction': Russia denies Putin-Trump phone call

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Ukraine has been informed about the Trump-Putin call.

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Dutch Olympic committee, in consultation with van de Velde and playing partner Matthew Immers, have taken steps to mitigate the impact of his participation by moving him to alternative accommodation in Paris and putting a ban on him talking to the media, chef de mission Pieter van den Hoogenband told Dutch television on Sunday.

Injured Steven Smith out of Kochi squad

Injured Steven Smith out of Kochi squad

Rediff.com14 Apr 2011

Australia all-rounder Steven Smith has to undergo surgery on his ankle and will not be available to play in the Indian Premier League for struggling debutantes Kochi Tuskers Kerala, coach Geoff Lawson said on Thursday.

2nd Test: Expect a rejig in batting order with Rohit's return

2nd Test: Expect a rejig in batting order with Rohit's return

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Rohit's numbers with the willow has been a bit underwhelming during the five home Tests but those were played on difficult tracks.

Do India's Pacers Need Tips From Pak Pacers?

Do India's Pacers Need Tips From Pak Pacers?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Pakistan's ODI series victory in Australia showcased the raw pace and skill of their fast bowling attack, spearheaded by Haris Rauf.

Convicted rapist on Dutch Olympic team sparks outrage

Convicted rapist on Dutch Olympic team sparks outrage

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Steven van de Velde was sentenced to four years in prison in Britain in 2016 following the rape of a 12-year-old girl two years earlier when he was 19.

Mahindra's Rafi, Steven Dias to join Churchill

Mahindra's Rafi, Steven Dias to join Churchill

Rediff.com12 May 2010

With their management's decision to disband the team, Mahindra United's leading players Mohammad Rafi, Steven Dias and Dharmaraj Ravanan have decided to join Churchill Brothers next season. Churchill, in turn, are likely to lose R Vashum to East Bengal while goalkeeper Arindam Bhattacharya and midfielder Ogba Kalu are in talks with newly-crowned I-League champions Dempo.

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes at the "precise moment in time" the in-form Joe Root is only matched by New Zealand's Kane Williamson.

Public outrage as convicted rapist competes in Paris

Public outrage as convicted rapist competes in Paris

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Some boos as convicted Dutch rapist makes Olympic beach volleyball debut