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Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

New Zealand batter Martin Guptill announced his retirement from international cricket, though the 38-year-old will continue to play in T20 leagues around the world.

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The BCCI press conference scheduled at 1.30pm in Mumbai is 'expected to be delayed owing to weather disruptions'.

PIX: Sabalenka, Pegula cruise into US Open quarters

PIX: Sabalenka, Pegula cruise into US Open quarters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Aryna Sabalenka inched closer to becoming the first woman since Serena Williams (2012-14) to win consecutive US Open titles.

CSK sign Urvil Patel to replace injured Vansh Bedi

CSK sign Urvil Patel to replace injured Vansh Bedi

Rediff.com5 May 2025

CSK sign Urvil Patel as injury replacement for Vansh Bedi

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

A look back at some of the most painful moments when South Africa came heartbreakingly close -- but always fell short -- before finally breaking the curse at Lord's.

Is Parag Reason For Samson's RR Exit?

Is Parag Reason For Samson's RR Exit?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'If you consider Parag for captaincy, how do you expect Samson to stay?'

East Bengal Overwhelm Bagan, Seal Durand Semi Spot

East Bengal Overwhelm Bagan, Seal Durand Semi Spot

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

East Bengal ride Diamantakos brace to knock out Bagan, set Durand Cup semis against Diamond Harbour

Chirag-Satwiksairaj lose in Indonesia Open quarters

Chirag-Satwiksairaj lose in Indonesia Open quarters

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty bowed out of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament after losing to Malaysia's Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun in the quarter-finals.

The Teen Who Stunned Sindhu!

The Teen Who Stunned Sindhu!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'When I played against Sindhu didi in China, I am happy I managed to play better than I did last time.'

'If Hetmyer had hit two sixes, then...'

'If Hetmyer had hit two sixes, then...'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Nitish Rana addressed the decision not to send him out for the Super Over. He clarified that it was a collective call by the team management, and stood by it despite the disappointing outcome.

How Yorker Master Starc Rattled RR Batters

How Yorker Master Starc Rattled RR Batters

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

A Mitchell Starc-inspired Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals via the Super Over.

Everyone Wants To Hug Dhoni

Everyone Wants To Hug Dhoni

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

During every IPL match, the Chennai Super Kings legend is swarmed by opponents and coaches eager for a moment with him.

Satwik-Chirag stun world no.1 Goh-Nur, storm into Singapore semis

Satwik-Chirag stun world no.1 Goh-Nur, storm into Singapore semis

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Satwik and Chirag will next face third-seeds Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik of Malaysia.

Chirag-Satwiksairaj loses in semis at Singapore Open

Chirag-Satwiksairaj loses in semis at Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty went down fighting against Malaysia's Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in the semi-finals on Saturday.

'If I do well...' Abhishek's winning formula

'If I do well...' Abhishek's winning formula

Rediff.com20 May 2025

SRH's win was set up by India opener Abhishek Sharma, who smacked six sixes and five fours to make 59 off only 20 balls. Sharma credited having a clear plan for his success.

Two killed, 92 hurt as super Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in China

Two killed, 92 hurt as super Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in China

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Yagi, the 11th typhoon of this year, made two landfalls in China on Friday, first striking Hainan and later Guangdong province.

Amid heartbreak, Priyansh Arya creates IPL history

Amid heartbreak, Priyansh Arya creates IPL history

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings' batter Priyansh Arya scripts massive milestone in IPL 2025 final

Another Day, Another Record for King Kohli!

Another Day, Another Record for King Kohli!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Batting maestro Virat Kohli's long wait for an IPL title ended on Tuesday as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the final in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

SEE: Jayawardene salutes 'Maverick' Ro

SEE: Jayawardene salutes 'Maverick' Ro

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Head Coach Mahela Jayawardene praised the veteran opener for his approach.

'That's why you pay Starc the big bucks'

'That's why you pay Starc the big bucks'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Starc was at his lethal best in the Super Over, restricting RR to just 11/2 with a masterclass in death bowling.

Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29

Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Nicholas Pooran hit 13 half-centuries in 106 Twenty20 Internationals and amassed 2275 runs to become West Indies' leading scorer in the shortest format.

Throwback Tuesday: When Yuvraj smashed Broad for six sixes!

Throwback Tuesday: When Yuvraj smashed Broad for six sixes!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

With this, Yuvi also reached his half-century in just 12 balls, the fastest in T20I cricket history.

IPL PIX: Dhoni, Dube guide CSK to victory!

IPL PIX: Dhoni, Dube guide CSK to victory!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni provided the flourish at the end as Chennai Super Kings outclassed Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets to break their run of losses.

Hardik Pandya hails 'fearless' Bosch

Hardik Pandya hails 'fearless' Bosch

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Skipper Hardik Pandya was full of praise for the newcomer, highlighting how Bosch's fearless approach with bat and ball epitomised the team's growing momentum in the IPL.

Satwik-Chirag enter quarters; Sindhu crashes out

Satwik-Chirag enter quarters; Sindhu crashes out

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu faltered in the deciding game to lose to World No. 8 Pornpawee Chochuwong of Thailand in the women's singles second round of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament in Jakarta on Thursday.

Queen's Club: Zheng beats Raducanu; Maria stuns Rybakina

Queen's Club: Zheng beats Raducanu; Maria stuns Rybakina

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

American lucky loser Reilly Opelka put up an intense battle to stun top seed Daniil Medvedev 7-6(5), 7-6(5) and reach the Libema Open semi-finals in Den Bosch on Friday.

From nowhere... Brevis pulls off jaw-dropping catch

From nowhere... Brevis pulls off jaw-dropping catch

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Dewald Brevis lit up the field with a moment of pure brilliance that turned heads-and possibly the tide-against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

PIX: Dhoni the finisher crushes KKR's playoff hopes

PIX: Dhoni the finisher crushes KKR's playoff hopes

Rediff.com8 May 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday

Joy For Preity; Gloom For Goenka

Joy For Preity; Gloom For Goenka

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Punjab Kings Co-Owner Preity Zinta and husband Gene Goodenough were in the stands at the Himachal Pradesh cricket association stadium as they relished the thumping win.

Boult's last-over sixes stun Unicorns in MLC thriller

Boult's last-over sixes stun Unicorns in MLC thriller

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Trent Boult's critical cameo with the bat at Grand Prairie Stadium that ultimately got MI New York over the line

When The Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Gets...

When The Record-Breaking Smriti Mandhana Gets...

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

It's not just the cricketing world that Smriti Mandhana is taking by storm.

Ayush Shetty's Orleans Masters journey ends in semis

Ayush Shetty's Orleans Masters journey ends in semis

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Indian badminton player Ayush Shetty's impressive run at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament came to an end in the semifinals.

IPL PIX: SRH shatter LSG's play-offs dreams

IPL PIX: SRH shatter LSG's play-offs dreams

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Abhishek Sharma smashed half a dozen sixes in his 20-ball 59 to ensure a convincing six-wicket win for Sunrisers Hyderabad and knock Lucknow Super Giants out of the IPL play-offs race in Lucknow on Monday.

PIX: Swiatek, Bencic advance to first Wimbledon semi-final

PIX: Swiatek, Bencic advance to first Wimbledon semi-final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The Polish eighth seed walloped Liudmila Samsonova 6-2, 7-5 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals for the first time.

Ayush Mhatre to lead India U-19 for England tour

Ayush Mhatre to lead India U-19 for England tour

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Mumbai's Ayush Mhatre has been appointed captain of the India U-19 team for next month's tour of England.

Shreyas' masterstroke shines in Punjab Kings' win

Shreyas' masterstroke shines in Punjab Kings' win

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Shreyas Iyer's tactical call to promote Josh Inglis to No 3 to counter Lucknow Super Giants' tearaway pacer Mayank Yadav proved vital in Punjab Kings' victory.

Fans Celebrate As Dhoni Returns In Style

Fans Celebrate As Dhoni Returns In Style

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Spectators at the M A Chidambaram stadium in Chennai couldn't contain their joy as their beloved Thala was back in the CSK yellow once more.

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'Lately, I have been batting a lot in the nets and facing the quick bowlers, especially with the new ball, and that's given me immense confidence.'

Rachin Ravindra takes New Zealand Cricket by storm

Rachin Ravindra takes New Zealand Cricket by storm

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Rachin Ravindra becomes youngest recipient of Sir Richard Hadlee Medal

Markram leads Sunrisers Eastern Cape to Eliminator win

Markram leads Sunrisers Eastern Cape to Eliminator win

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Markram, who had scored a century at the same venue against the same opposition two years ago, ensured the Orange Army, who turned up in large numbers, did not go home disappointed.