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Euro 2024: Can Romania tame Ukraine?

Euro 2024: Can Romania tame Ukraine?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Romania face tough test against experienced and motivated Ukraine

Trying to find batting combination that does well for us: Fleming

Trying to find batting combination that does well for us: Fleming

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Chennai Super Kings are not looking for a "quick fix" to their issues in the batting department and head coach Stephen Fleming is ready to give the likes of Daryl Mitchell time to get settled in top-three after their fourth loss in eight games.

PIX: Austria ease past Poland, renew knock-out hopes

PIX: Austria ease past Poland, renew knock-out hopes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between Austria and Poland at Berlin Olympiastadion, in Berlin, on Friday.

Messi's Birthday Gift To Mahie Gill!

Messi's Birthday Gift To Mahie Gill!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

And the actress is thrilled!

Shopping blunders to movies, music: Neeraj Chopra gets personal

Shopping blunders to movies, music: Neeraj Chopra gets personal

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Neeraj exhibited the basics of throwing a javelin to former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik on JioCinema's 'Get Set Gold'

'I Am In Love With...'

'I Am In Love With...'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'This was my only dream since I was a kid. I worked very hard for it and I am still working very hard to grow with every film.'

'Bumrah ripped heart out of the England batting line-up'

'Bumrah ripped heart out of the England batting line-up'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

England batting legend Alastair Cook lauded star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah for his magnificent six-wicket haul in the second Test against Three Lions, saying that he changed the course of the game single-handedly and "ripped the heart out of England batting line-up".

I was pretty nervous when I went in to bat: Pant

I was pretty nervous when I went in to bat: Pant

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant played his first competitive after a 15-month injury lay-off following a car crash.

Like Disha's HOT Blingy Avatar?

Like Disha's HOT Blingy Avatar?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Disha Patani, who will be seen in this week's release Yodha, always gets her fashion game on point.

Dream Debut For Kaverappa!

Dream Debut For Kaverappa!

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Vidwath Kaverappa dismissed Faf du Plessis and Will Jacks but had Virat Kohli dropped twice off his bowling.

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Making a comeback from surgery at 37 years of age in a physically demanding sport like squash is tough to say the least but recent Padma Shri awardee Joshna Chinappa is determined to get back on the PSA Tour at the earliest.

The Cult of Mithun Chakraborty

The Cult of Mithun Chakraborty

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

National-award winning actor, producer, hotelier, ex-politician, cricket team owner, philanthropist, highest tax payer, reality show judge, animal lover and, above all, people's hero -- Mithun Chakraborty -- who has been conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award -- is truly a force of nature, notes Sukanya Verma.

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Super Eight Match of the T20 World Cup, played between England and USA, in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Sunday.

LSG vs PBKS: Who Took The Best Catch?

LSG vs PBKS: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Naveen or Jitesh? Whose catch gets your vote?

Mandhana ton, spinners shine as India crush South Africa

Mandhana ton, spinners shine as India crush South Africa

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Mandhana's sixth ODI century (117, 127 balls , 12x4s, 1x6) formed the fulcrum of India's competitive 265 for eight on a sluggish Chinnaswamy pitch.

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

'I have had my share of unpleasant situations being a woman, like so many other actors have gone through.' 'I took it in my stride because I knew it happens.' 'What saved me was what my mother used to say: Education.'

How India can end their World Cup drought!

How India can end their World Cup drought!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Australia's two-time World Cup-winning captain Ricky Ponting believes India will have to over some mental demons to win an elusive ICC trophy.

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic, Zverev cruise; Rublev exits

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic, Zverev cruise; Rublev exits

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 2 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Tuesday.

When Nayanthara Plays The STYLE GAME!

When Nayanthara Plays The STYLE GAME!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Nayanthara is an expert when it comes to effortless desi and casual styles.

Messi, Scaloni expect hard fight with old foes Netherlands

Messi, Scaloni expect hard fight with old foes Netherlands

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Argentina captain Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni predicted a tough but beautiful encounter with the Netherlands when the sides meet in Friday's World Cup quarter-final.

'Ranbir Is Utterly Butterly Delicious'

'Ranbir Is Utterly Butterly Delicious'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

'All through the making of Dil Daulat Aur Duniya, Rajesh Khanna never acknowledged me.' 'Dev Anand couldn't carry off a dhoti in Insaaniyat. He told me that he would never wear one again.' 'Shammi Kapoor and I began on an icy note during Raajkumar, but once the cold vibes thawed, we became the best of buddies.'

Other than Bumrah, fast bowlers haven't been nailing yorkers: Lee

Other than Bumrah, fast bowlers haven't been nailing yorkers: Lee

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Legendary Australia speedster Brett Lee feels apart from Jasprit Bumrah, pacers are failing to nail yorkers effectively in the death overs and he wants them to master the pivotal delivery.

Is Prachi The Girl You Are Crushing On?

Is Prachi The Girl You Are Crushing On?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Take a look at how the Ram actor is channeling her inner female fatale.

World Cup-winning captain, USA's Rapinoe to retire

World Cup-winning captain, USA's Rapinoe to retire

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Speaking to reporters in her home state of California, Rapinoe said she had known for about a year that this would be the point at which she would be ready to retire.

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Given that Twelve Final Days doesn't really delve into the genesis of Roger Federer, the ups and downs of his career, the assumption is that it is meant for people who are already familiar with his work, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

PIX: Argentina edge Colombia to win record 16th Copa America

PIX: Argentina edge Colombia to win record 16th Copa America

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Argentina won a record 16th Copa America title by beating Colombia 1-0 thanks to an extra-time goal from substitute Lautaro Martinez.

Come, Fall In Love With Rukmini

Come, Fall In Love With Rukmini

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

She's 5 feet, 6 inches and has been winning hearts with her performances on the big screen.

Catches Win Matches!

Catches Win Matches!

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Rinku's catch the star of the match!

Uff! Himanshi's Pretty Girl Swag Is Unbeatable

Uff! Himanshi's Pretty Girl Swag Is Unbeatable

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

She has been adding some wonderful styles and vivid colours to her feed.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Mumbai Indians a very confused team; Hardik looks flattened'

'Mumbai Indians a very confused team; Hardik looks flattened'

Rediff.com4 May 2024

India vice-captain Hardik Pandya looks drained, flattened, under pressure and Mumbai Indians appear like a confused unit under him, reckon former cricketers Aaron Finch and Greame Smith.

Bollywood's Most Mesmerising Tawaif? VOTE!

Bollywood's Most Mesmerising Tawaif? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Dazzling, dancing and decked to the hilt, courtesans in Hindi films are a breathtaking mix of shiny fantasy and flirtatious poetry to behold.

Ronaldo apologises after smashing fan's mobile phone

Ronaldo apologises after smashing fan's mobile phone

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Footage emerged on social media of Ronaldo appearing to swipe his hand towards the ground as he walked off the pitch and headed for the tunnel at Goodison Park. Eyewitnesses said the 37-year-old had knocked a fan's phone out of their hand and it smashed to the ground.

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Here are 25 stories special to me for one reason too many,' says Sukanya Verma who scored 25 years writing about the movies last week.

PIX: Spinners help Sri Lanka tie first India ODI

PIX: Spinners help Sri Lanka tie first India ODI

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Images from the 1st ODI between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo on Friday.

PBKS Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

PBKS Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Stunning catches from the Punjab Kings-Royal Challengers Bengaluru game.

PIX: Haaland strikes to lift City within a point of Liverpool

PIX: Haaland strikes to lift City within a point of Liverpool

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League match played between Manchester City and Brentford on Tuesday

T20 WC PIX: Farooqi takes 5 as Afghanistan rout Uganda

T20 WC PIX: Farooqi takes 5 as Afghanistan rout Uganda

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Afghanistan started their T20 World Cup campaign with a comprehensive 125-run victory over debutants Uganda.

Change of guard in women's hockey team: Salima replaces Savita as skipper

Change of guard in women's hockey team: Salima replaces Savita as skipper

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Mid-fielder Salima Tete on Thursday replaced veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia as captain of the 24-strong Indian women's hockey squad for the Belgium and England legs of the FIH Pro League starting later this month.

When MI's Tilak Varma gave SRH a scare

When MI's Tilak Varma gave SRH a scare

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'When Tilak Varma, Hardik bhai and even Tim David were batting, we were still a bit, I won't say worried but concerned.'