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T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Pakistan have somehow survived the financial loss of not being able to play India bilaterally for two decades now, said former ICC Head of Communications Sami-ul-Hasan Burney.

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Delhi cops probe 'conspiracy' behind Naravane memoir leak

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has issued a notice to Penguin Random House India regarding the alleged unauthorized circulation of former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane's unpublished book, 'Four Stars of Destiny'. The investigation follows reports of the manuscript being illegally disseminated before publication, leading to an FIR.

Economic Survey 2026: Rupee valuation does not accurately reflect India's stellar economic fundamentals

Economic Survey 2026: Rupee valuation does not accurately reflect India's stellar economic fundamentals

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The value of the rupee, which has slipped to the 92 per dollar mark, does not accurately reflect India's stellar economic fundamentals, the Economic Survey said on Thursday.

5th T20I PIX: Kishan, Arshdeep power India to massive win over New Zealand

5th T20I PIX: Kishan, Arshdeep power India to massive win over New Zealand

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Ishan Kishan's thrill-a-second maiden T20I hundred compensated for Sanju Samson's familiar failure, and the knock in conjunction with Arshdeep Singh's fifer scripted India's 46-run romp over New Zealand in the fifth and final match in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday.

ICC T20 World Cup: 'Bangladesh's players will definitely get security in India'

ICC T20 World Cup: 'Bangladesh's players will definitely get security in India'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Ex-India player Manoj Tiwary pointed out that if Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is safely residing in India, why would their players face any security issues.

SEE: Team India's first training session in UK

SEE: Team India's first training session in UK

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Team India wasted no time in getting their preparations underway as they kicked off their first training session at Lord's a few hours after their arrival in London on Saturday.

T20 World Cup: Out of hospital, Abhishek still in doubt for Namibia game

T20 World Cup: Out of hospital, Abhishek still in doubt for Namibia game

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma has been in hospital for the past two days.

'New Zealand lost the South Africa match in Powerplays': Mitchell

'New Zealand lost the South Africa match in Powerplays': Mitchell

Rediff.com5 days ago

New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell attributes their T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa to struggles in both the batting and bowling Powerplays.

Indian pugilists punch their way to nine gold medals in Spain

Indian pugilists punch their way to nine gold medals in Spain

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Lovlina, Arundhati lead as India claim nine gold medals in BOXAM Elite 2026

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Doubtful For Namibia Match

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Doubtful For Namibia Match

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

India opener Abhishek Sharma's availability for Thursday's match against Namibia is uncertain because of a stomach bug.

India's women still dream of FIFA World Cup

India's women still dream of FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Ashalata -- who has earned over 100 international caps and captained the national side on multiple occasions -- said the (senior) team has made steady progress but is still short of world-class standards.

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

Rediff.com7 days ago

Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.

T20 World Cup: Varun or Kuldeep? SKY faces spin selection headache

T20 World Cup: Varun or Kuldeep? SKY faces spin selection headache

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav says India will consider playing two spinners in the T20 World Cup if the situation demands, highlighting the team's strong spin bowling options and flexible batting lineup.

How Abhishek Sharma's eight sixes sealed India's victory

How Abhishek Sharma's eight sixes sealed India's victory

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Abhishek Sharma smashed an incendiary 84 to fashion India's 48-run victory against New Zealand in the first Twenty20 international in Nagpur on Wednesday.

New cycling event fuels India's 2036 Olympic medal hopes

New cycling event fuels India's 2036 Olympic medal hopes

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Spread across 437 kilometres and four stages, the Pune Grand Tour, starting on Monday, will feature around 170 riders from 35 countries, including 12 locals.

'You never know...' Abhishek on breaking Yuvi's record

'You never know...' Abhishek on breaking Yuvi's record

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Abhishek made a 20-ball 68 to lead India's thunderous chase, and he admitted it was not easy to bat in the same tempo all the time, but a task he is happy to shoulder for the team.

UN report links JeM to Red Fort blast, warns of women-only terror wing

UN report links JeM to Red Fort blast, warns of women-only terror wing

Rediff.com7 days ago

A UN Security Council report indicates that Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) was reportedly linked to a terror attack on the Red Fort in New Delhi. The report also highlights JeM's activities, including the establishment of a women-only wing and its presence in the region.

Ranji Trophy quarters: Mumbai, Karnataka gear up for fierce battle

Ranji Trophy quarters: Mumbai, Karnataka gear up for fierce battle

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Mumbai, Karnataka brace for 'mini India' showdown in marquee Ranji QF match

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

ICC rejects BCB request, Bangladesh matches to be played in India as schedule

The Fall Of Dongri's Drug Queen

The Fall Of Dongri's Drug Queen

Rediff.com4 days ago

Iqra Qureshi, an elusive drug operator in Dongri, becomes the NCB's prime target after confessions expose her as the key figure in a mephedrone network. Despite months of surveillance, she remains a step ahead of the authorities. A sudden tip-off leads to a raid on her home, where officers recover a significant drug consignment and arrest her-though her composure hints the story may not truly end there.

Netanyahu reveals Modi's two-day Israel visit, strategic ties in focus

Netanyahu reveals Modi's two-day Israel visit, strategic ties in focus

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Israel for two days to discuss bilateral and regional issues, marking his second visit to the Jewish state and highlighting the growing strategic partnership between India and Israel.

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar believes Abhishek Sharma is struggling with expectations in the T20 World Cup and advises him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also praises Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy's performances and suggests potential changes for the Super 8 clash against South Africa.

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

'Hardest Job In India After PM's': Tharoor Backs Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Gautam Gambhir receives public backing from Shashi Tharoor ahead of the Nagpur T20I against New Zealand.

Bumrah doubtful for T20 World Cup opener against USA

Bumrah doubtful for T20 World Cup opener against USA

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Jasprit Bumrah is doubtful for India's opening T20 World Cup match against the United States as he was feeling unwell on Friday. Mohammed Siraj is likely to replace him in the playing XI.

T20 World Cup: 'Right side of the toss made all the difference'

T20 World Cup: 'Right side of the toss made all the difference'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aiden Markram praised South Africa's bowlers for restricting New Zealand, leading to a seven-wicket victory in the T20 World Cup. Markram's unbeaten 86 and Jansen's 4/40 were key to the win.

Composure, belief, prep drives NZ to historic win in India

Composure, belief, prep drives NZ to historic win in India

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'Beating India here is never easy, in any format. To do it with this group makes it very special for New Zealand cricket.'

U19 WC: India, Bangladesh players shake hands after nail-biter

U19 WC: India, Bangladesh players shake hands after nail-biter

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The strained bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh filtered onto the cricket field as captains of the two teams abstained from making customary handshake ahead of their U-19 World Cup Group A match in Bulawayo on Saturday, though the players from both sides were seen exchanging handshakes and pleasantries on the field at the end of the match.

Celebrating India's World Champions!

Celebrating India's World Champions!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

India's World Cup winning captains -- Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepika T C and Rohit Sharma -- were honoured by the Reliance Foundation in Mumbai on Monday.

Canada vs New Zealand: Historic! Canada's Yuvraj Samra youngest to hit hundred at T20 World Cup

Canada vs New Zealand: Historic! Canada's Yuvraj Samra youngest to hit hundred at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Yuvraj Samra, 19, is the youngest batter to score a century in T20 World Cup, during the match against New Zealand on Tuesday.

Ireland hold edge over Oman in clash for first win

Ireland hold edge over Oman in clash for first win

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ireland, after two consecutive defeats, will look to captain Paul Stirling for inspiration as they seek their first victory against Oman in a T20 World Cup Group B match.

3rd T20I: Abhishek blitz hands India series win vs NZ

3rd T20I: Abhishek blitz hands India series win vs NZ

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20, Guwahati: Abhishek blitz hands India series win

T20 World Cup: 'Miaan, pack your bags and come': Siraj's Emotional Comeback

T20 World Cup: 'Miaan, pack your bags and come': Siraj's Emotional Comeback

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Mohammed Siraj said he was not able to believe that he was called up to the Indian team for the T20 World Cup when he got a call from captain Suryakumar Yadav.

T20 World Cup: He dominates batting, bowling and fielding...he is Azmatullah Omarzai

T20 World Cup: He dominates batting, bowling and fielding...he is Azmatullah Omarzai

Rediff.com4 days ago

Azmatullah Omarzai delivered a match-winning all-round performance, taking four wickets and scoring an unbeaten 40, to lead Afghanistan to a five-wicket victory over UAE in the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan Aims to Block Out Noise, Focus on T20 World Cup

Pakistan Aims to Block Out Noise, Focus on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Pakistan's cricket team is focusing on winning their remaining group games in the T20 World Cup to qualify for the Super Eight stage, despite off-field controversies and a boycott of the India match.

New Zealand look to seal Super Eight berth against Canada

New Zealand look to seal Super Eight berth against Canada

Rediff.com4 days ago

New Zealand will aim to secure their spot in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup when they face Canada, while also looking to address weaknesses exposed in their previous match against South Africa.

T20 World Cup: Winning against Pakistan gives us a lot of confidence: Kishan

T20 World Cup: Winning against Pakistan gives us a lot of confidence: Kishan

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ishan Kishan credits his improved off-side play for his match-winning knock against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup match on Sunday.

Elavenil Valarivan wins women's 10m air rifle gold at Asian Championship

Elavenil Valarivan wins women's 10m air rifle gold at Asian Championship

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Olympian Elavenil Valarivan held her nerve to fend off a strong challenge from Japan's Misaki Nobata and clinch the women's 10m air rifle gold at the Asian Shooting Championship.

U-19 World Cup: India and Pakistan win to set up potential decider

U-19 World Cup: India and Pakistan win to set up potential decider

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

India and Pakistan will meet on Sunday for what could turn into a decider for a semi-final spot, albeit with net run-rate a factor as well.

Mohun Bagan kick-off ISL season with win over Kerala Blasters

Mohun Bagan kick-off ISL season with win over Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Kerala Blasters 2-0 in the opening match of the Indian Super League season.

T20 World Cup: Surya's Knock: Poetry Under Pressure

T20 World Cup: Surya's Knock: Poetry Under Pressure

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's batting was a lesson on how to bat under pressure while the other reputed batters fell one by one at the other end.