News for 'The Beautiful Game'

Unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan for CT: Watson

Unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan for CT: Watson

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'The CT is a critically important tournament in world cricket because the One Day World Cup is only once in every four years. It is great because it breaks up those four years.'

ISL: Super sub Chima's late strike rescues Chennaiyin FC

ISL: Super sub Chima's late strike rescues Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Chennaiyin FC rode on super sub Chima Chukwu's late strike to come from behind and hold FC Goa to an exciting 2-2 draw.

When Bollywood Went Nude

When Bollywood Went Nude

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

We looked at some bold instances of Bollywood's beautiful appearing in the buff.

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Here's another nugget from Zeenat Aman's treasure trove of life experiences.

Nikhat begins Asian Games campaign with dominant win; Preeti cruises to QFs

Nikhat begins Asian Games campaign with dominant win; Preeti cruises to QFs

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Two-time world champion Zareen defeated the two-time Asian Champion Nguyen by unanimous decision.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Alcaraz cruise; Osaka exits with injury

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Alcaraz cruise; Osaka exits with injury

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Carlos Alcaraz secured his passage into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-2, 6-4, 6-7(3), 6-3 victory over Nuno Borges.

Base of Indian cricket is very strong: Surya

Base of Indian cricket is very strong: Surya

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Following the series win, BCCI secretary Jay Shah tweeted: 'A wonderful end to this series and kudos to our boys for sealing it 3-1!'

Chhetri makes history again, leads BFC to victory

Chhetri makes history again, leads BFC to victory

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Sunil Chhetri came up with two late goals as Bengaluru FC edged past Mohammedan SC 2-1 in the Indian Super League in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Yorkshire racism episode fracture our game: Joe Root

Yorkshire racism episode fracture our game: Joe Root

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

England's Test captain Joe Root on Thursday said the "intolerable" Yorkshire racism episode has "fractured our game and torn lives apart" and pledged his support in a bid to bring about a change at his childhood club.

SEE: KKR pacer Starc generates bounce in warm-up game

SEE: KKR pacer Starc generates bounce in warm-up game

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Starc was bought by KKR ahead of IPL 2018 but an injury had ruled him out of that season.

How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950

How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Huge tri-colour-themed banners have been put up along the Kartavya Path while the theme for this year's tableaux that would roll down the boulevard where the annual Republic Day celebrations take place is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas', focusing on 75 years of the enactment of the Constitution.

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The 18-year-old Gukesh's triumph was celebrated far and wide across the country with the PM joining the sports fraternity and others in lauding his incredible achievement.

Konstas has streaks of Warner

Konstas has streaks of Warner

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Katich agrees that if Mitchell Marsh isn't contributing with the ball, then Australia's National Selection Panel will need to have a look at the combination considering the all-rounder's poor returns with the bat.

PIX: Haaland stuns with 'amazing' goal against Sparta

PIX: Haaland stuns with 'amazing' goal against Sparta

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Erling Haaland scored with a flying back-heeled volley out of the air -- that had social media in a frenzy and left his teammates in awe.

ISL: Punjab beat Odisha to score second successive win

ISL: Punjab beat Odisha to score second successive win

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Riding on goals from Nihal Sudeesh and Leon Augustine, Punjab FC beat Odisha FC 2-1 here on Friday to clinch their second successive win in the ongoing Indian Super League season.

India don't have any chinks in armour: Latham

India don't have any chinks in armour: Latham

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Even though India's all-round struggles in the ongoing series have compounded their issues, there were some soothing words from the opposition camp, which has not put a foot wrong on this trip.

Forest's Wood creates Premier League record

Forest's Wood creates Premier League record

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Forest were good value for the win, though Ipswich came close to opening the scoring midway through the first half.

India's hockey heroes aim for a hat-trick of continental dominance!

India's hockey heroes aim for a hat-trick of continental dominance!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

After bagging back-to-back Olympic bronze medals, India will start as favourites to defend their ACT title against top hockey playing nations of Asia in the form of China, Japan, Pakistan, Korea and Malaysia.

PCB to take up Rizwan's controversial dismissal with ICC

PCB to take up Rizwan's controversial dismissal with ICC

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

'I am not against technology in the game. But if it brings doubt and confusion, it is not acceptable. Some decisions were not understandable. The ball hitting the stumps is always out. I will never understand why there is an umpire's call.'

Ronaldinho arrives in Kolkata, to inaugurate a Durga Puja Pandal

Ronaldinho arrives in Kolkata, to inaugurate a Durga Puja Pandal

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho on Sunday arrived in Kolkata on a two-day visit.

Phillip Hughes remembered on 10th death anniversary

Phillip Hughes remembered on 10th death anniversary

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Family and friends paid tribute to the late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes on Wednesday to mark the 10-year anniversary of his tragic death.

Indian men keep hope alive for first-ever team gold at Asian Games

Indian men keep hope alive for first-ever team gold at Asian Games

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Kidambi Srikanth rallied his way to a thrilling win in a tense decider as India kept alive their hopes of winning a first-ever gold medal at the Asian Games.

EPL: Late red card costs City two points; United lose

EPL: Late red card costs City two points; United lose

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

A round-up of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

Sara's Pretty Hot Vacay Style

Sara's Pretty Hot Vacay Style

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

A holiday carries the promise of breathtaking outfits and Sara Ali Khan rarely disappoints.

What's Agassi Doing With Jonty Rhodes?

What's Agassi Doing With Jonty Rhodes?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

'Tennis is a sport where you may enjoy watching more than playing. But pickleball flips that -- once you get the bug, you want to play more than watch.'

India was so brave... didn't bother playing Ashwin: Cook

India was so brave... didn't bother playing Ashwin: Cook

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The Indian team is brave and supremely confident in its ability to win from any situation, said England's all-time great Alastair Cook.

Ananya, Sobhita, Rashmika's Uber Fashion

Ananya, Sobhita, Rashmika's Uber Fashion

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

September was high on the fashion meter, courtesy these ladies raising the bar and giving us some glamorous, drool-worthy looks.

Axar's all-round masterclass: India D's secret weapon

Axar's all-round masterclass: India D's secret weapon

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Axar Patel brought India D back into the game with a counter-attacking 86 following a disastrous start before picking up two timely wickets against India C for a standout effort on Day 1

Rampaging England rout Pakistan in Multan Test

Rampaging England rout Pakistan in Multan Test

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

England became the first team to win a Test by an innings after conceding more than 500 runs in their first innings.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

Rabada powers South Africa to victory in first Test

Rabada powers South Africa to victory in first Test

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Kagiso Rabada took six second-innings wickets as South Africa won the first Test against Bangladesh by seven wickets on Thursday.

Afghans shock India, storm into Emerging Asia Cup final

Afghans shock India, storm into Emerging Asia Cup final

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Dushan Hemantha's four-wicket haul and Ahan Wickramasinghe's sensational fifty sealed Sri Lanka A spot in the final and brought an end to defending champions Pakistan A campaign to its unforeseen conclusion in the first semi-final match of the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024.

'I Don't Want To Be Seen As A Typical Actor'

'I Don't Want To Be Seen As A Typical Actor'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

'I want to be that kind of actor when, if my name is attached to a project, people and film-makers should know there is something special about it.'

PIX: India score thumping win over Australia in Perth

PIX: India score thumping win over Australia in Perth

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Images from Day 4 of the first Test between Australia and India in Perth on Monday.

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

'Stay Authentic, It's The One Thing That Can Make You Win'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'The determination to represent our country is strong when you've seen your dad serve the country.'

Kohli pens heartfelt letter as AB enters ICC Hall of Fame

Kohli pens heartfelt letter as AB enters ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Ab de Villiers, the former South African cricketer has played 114 Tests, scoring 8,756 runs at an average of 50.66, and two wickets. He has played 228 ODIs with 9,577 runs at an average of 53.50, and 7 wickets.

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

India claimed a memorable four-wicket victory at Adelaide Oval, on December 16, 2003 -- their first Test win on Australian soil in 22 years.

How Jaiswal's sledge sparked Starc's fiery comeback!

How Jaiswal's sledge sparked Starc's fiery comeback!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Australia legend Ricky Ponting believes a cheeky comment from India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal may have ignited Mitchell Starc's career-best performance during the second Test in Adelaide.

PIX: Man United log first Europa League win

PIX: Man United log first Europa League win

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The win leaves United in 15th place in the Europa League standings on six points from four games.

'He'll make you hurt, especially if you drop him'

'He'll make you hurt, especially if you drop him'

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Australian all-rounder, who helped himself to a 27-ball 46, said Kohli was trying to be aggressive and the drops did not affect him.