News for 'The Fantastic Four'

'Watch out for this Afghan star at the IPL auction'

'Watch out for this Afghan star at the IPL auction'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Coach Jonathan Trott rued the missed chances, but took pride in the way Afghanistan were able to win matches in this World Cup with not just their bowling and hoped to have a bigger pool of players going forward.

Smith falls cheaply but Australia in control vs WI

Smith falls cheaply but Australia in control vs WI

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Australia bowled out West Indies for 188 at Adelaide Oval on Day 1 of the first Test on Wednesday.

Captain Cummins ruled fit for India series; Starc to miss Mohali ODI

Captain Cummins ruled fit for India series; Starc to miss Mohali ODI

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Australia captain Pat Cummins said he will play all three ODIs against India after completely recovering from his left wrist injury/

Need to be smart while managing pacers' workload: Mhambrey

Need to be smart while managing pacers' workload: Mhambrey

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The Indian pacers' workload will have to be carefully monitored during the upcoming World Test Championship series against South Africa and England comprising seven Tests, said bowling coach Paras Mhambrey.

'It's been tough but gee whiz it has been enjoyable'

'It's been tough but gee whiz it has been enjoyable'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Cummins said Australia's triumph had made him fall in love with 50-over cricket again even as questions about the future of the format linger.

'Modi is doing a fantastic job'

'Modi is doing a fantastic job'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

'It is my duty to give the govt the right price of crude oil.'

How South Africa raised the bar at the World Cup

How South Africa raised the bar at the World Cup

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

South Africa's sizzling top six set the standard at World Cup

Fantastic Cook leads England fightback

Fantastic Cook leads England fightback

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Alastair Cook led from the front to inspire an England comeback on Day Four of the opening Test against India in Motera on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Benzema UEFA player of year; Ancelotti best coach

PHOTOS: Benzema UEFA player of year; Ancelotti best coach

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema was in red-hot form, scoring 15 times in the competition and lifting the trophy for a fifth time in his career after the Spanish side beat Liverpool in the final.

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Harbhajan on why Kuldeep should play ahead of Axar

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The plus point for Kuldeep Yadav is his ability to extract turn and bounce.

WPL: Mumbai Indians commence training

WPL: Mumbai Indians commence training

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Deepti Sharma named UP Warriorz vice-captain in WPL

Bastianini wins Malaysian GP; Bagnaia extends championship lead

Bastianini wins Malaysian GP; Bagnaia extends championship lead

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Ducati's Enea Bastianini claimed his first race victory of the season when he won the Malaysian Grand Prix ahead of Gresini's Alex Marquez on Sunday, while Jorge Martin failed to close the gap on championship leader Francesco Bagnaia.

F1: Double points? Fantastic idea, jokes Rosberg

F1: Double points? Fantastic idea, jokes Rosberg

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Even in adversity, with Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton romping to five wins in a row and a 24-point lead in the Formula One championship, Nico Rosberg can see the funny side of the situation.

How Stokes rescued England from World Cup nightmare

How Stokes rescued England from World Cup nightmare

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Stokes ton helps England beat Netherlands, end World Cup losing run

Saurabh Kumar: Net bowler for India against England in 2021, squad member in 2024

Saurabh Kumar: Net bowler for India against England in 2021, squad member in 2024

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The life of Saurabh Kumar, veteran of a decade in domestic cricket, took a sharp turn on Monday when he made the Indian squad for the second Test against England starting in Visakhapatnam on February 2.

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

'Cape Town once again showed cricketers with limited first class experience will always struggle against the red ball.'

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Surya was hit just above right wrist by a throwdown from Raghavendra and immediately left the nets writhing in pain.

Hussain picks Kohli, Babar to have an explosive 2024

Hussain picks Kohli, Babar to have an explosive 2024

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Former England captain Nasser Hussain picked an Indian superstar and former Pakistan skipper as the ones who will have a great 2024.

Here's why top four finish is IMPOSSIBLE for United

Here's why top four finish is IMPOSSIBLE for United

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Jose Mourinho admitted that Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Arsenal means it will now be "impossible" for Manchester United to finish in the top four.

Baku World Cup: No medals for India on final day

Baku World Cup: No medals for India on final day

Rediff.com14 May 2023

After failing to pick up a medal on the final day, India finished their campaign at the Baku World Cup with four medals.

Magnificent Marsh leads Australia to T20 series win in South Africa

Magnificent Marsh leads Australia to T20 series win in South Africa

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Australia's new Twenty20 International captain Mitch Marsh scored a second successive unbeaten half century to lead his side to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over hosts South Africa on Friday and claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

'Hope he does not want to be tagged as a finisher'

'Hope he does not want to be tagged as a finisher'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

So far in four T20I innings in eight matches, Rinku has scored 128 runs at an average of 128.00, ending unbeaten thrice. His best score is 38 and his runs have come at a strike rate of almost 217.

World Cup: 'You just want to let Quinton de Kock fly'

World Cup: 'You just want to let Quinton de Kock fly'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Quinton de Kock smashed 174 off 140 balls, his third century in five innings, to power South Africa to a 149-run victory against Bangladesh.

Box Office: Vijay's Leo Defeats Ganapath, Tiger

Box Office: Vijay's Leo Defeats Ganapath, Tiger

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

As many as five major films released last Friday, and four among these had a south connection.

'I know what I am capable of'

'I know what I am capable of'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'If I'm not good at something, I'll be my first best critic. And I will work on it and I'm not someone who will sit on my laurels.'

For Williamson, past is history, 'it's all about the day'

For Williamson, past is history, 'it's all about the day'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Williamson, who returned from knee surgery for the World Cup and recovered from a fractured finger during it, missed the loss to India but is expecting a similarly tough test from the hosts who went unbeaten in the group stage.

Powerplay puzzle: SKY's plan to level series unveiled

Powerplay puzzle: SKY's plan to level series unveiled

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

We need to use Powerplay more effectively: Suryakumar Yadav

Ancelotti says 'No' to Chelsea return, backs Lampard

Ancelotti says 'No' to Chelsea return, backs Lampard

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Carlo Ancelotti backed Frank Lampard to enjoy a successful role as Chelsea manager.

England aim for improvement after crushing win over Bangladesh

England aim for improvement after crushing win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Smarting from their nine-wicket thrashing by New Zealand in the tournament opener, England amassed 364-9 after their top order fired with Malan forging century-plus partnerships with Jonny Bairstow (52) and Joe Root (82).

'Oh My God! We've Done Something Great'

'Oh My God! We've Done Something Great'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

'The real change will happen when more powerful roles come to me.' 'I am looking forward to that change.'

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Sports Ministry formally recognises yogasana as competitive sport.

Fantastic feeling to get my first KO on my record: Vijender

Fantastic feeling to get my first KO on my record: Vijender

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

A second straight knockout victory under his belt, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh said he is improving rapidly in the professional arena even though he still has a long way to go before realising his dream of becoming a world champion in the circuit

'It was one of the best innings in T20 cricket'

'It was one of the best innings in T20 cricket'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Another West Indian great Chris Gayle also agreed with Lara and said Dhawan deserved a century which he missed by just one run.

'Told KL to get ready five minutes before toss and his performance showed his mindset'

'Told KL to get ready five minutes before toss and his performance showed his mindset'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Virat Kohli was as usual brilliant in pacing his innings but India captain Rohit Sharma doffed his hat for comeback man KL Rahul

EPL PIX: Haaland's hat-trick powers City to win

EPL PIX: Haaland's hat-trick powers City to win

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

Erling Haaland fired his fourth Premier League hat-trick of a remarkable season to earn Manchester City a comfortable 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday.

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

In the 76 years since India gained independence, 53 recipients of the Bharat Ratna have been there. That's less than one every year, which is a healthy ratio given there is the sanctity of this gem of an award to preserve. But four recipients for the year were announced in a few days in addition to one announced earlier. That took the total number in 2024 to five in less than a month, the highest for any year, post-Independence, notes Shyam G Menon.

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

In Dubai, A Ganesh Nadar encountered high speeds on smooth-as-silk-roads, no bureaucracy, gold, Mr Toad's. And snow!

Ashes: Nasser Hussain picks Moeen Ali's replacement

Ashes: Nasser Hussain picks Moeen Ali's replacement

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Nasser Hussain believes England should replace Moeen Ali with either speedster Mark Wood or Chris Woakes.

Afghan captain hails team's historic win over Pakistan

Afghan captain hails team's historic win over Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

'The way we chased today, was very professional. We have been quality cricket from a couple of years. We will try our best to play positive cricket, and do a lot for our country.'

'Jadeja-Kuldeep have been game changers for us'

'Jadeja-Kuldeep have been game changers for us'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Shubman Gill hailed India's spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja for doing an 'exceptional' job on pitches that have not favoured them in the World Cup.