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Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Saurashtra edge Karnataka in a thriller!

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Saurashtra edge Karnataka in a thriller!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Saurashtra registered their narrowest T20 victory in terms of runs, edging Karnataka by one run in the Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 Elite Group D match.

Zohran Mamdani scripts history, becomes NYC's 1st Muslim mayor

Zohran Mamdani scripts history, becomes NYC's 1st Muslim mayor

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Zohran Mamdani has been elected as the Mayor of New York City, becoming the first South Asian and Muslim to hold the position. He defeated Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa and former New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Trump Meets His Kejriwal in Zohran Mamdani

Trump Meets His Kejriwal in Zohran Mamdani

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

The mass of voters chose Kejriwal and Mamdani for the simple reason that they were sick and tired of the stale promises and repetitive speeches belted out for long by mainstream political personalities, notes M R Narayan Swamy.

Bollywood meets NYC: Mamdani closes victory speech with 'Dhoom Machale'

Bollywood meets NYC: Mamdani closes victory speech with 'Dhoom Machale'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'Dhoom Machale...' The exuberant, celebratory track from the 2004 blockbuster Dhoom rounded off Zohran Mamdani's victory speech, more evidence that New York's newly elected mayor embraces his many identities with a light-as-souffle touch.

'Kohli not in his batting zone at the moment'

'Kohli not in his batting zone at the moment'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

As Virat Kohli looks to make amends in Thursday's second ODI at the Adelaide Oval, one of his favourite hunting grounds, former India international Mohammed Kaif said that Virat did not appear to be in his batting zone.

South Africa shock India inside 3 days

South Africa shock India inside 3 days

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Simon Harmer picked up four wickets as South Africa staged an incredible fightback to shock India by 30 runs in a low-scoring first Test match.

Rishabh Pant edging closer to return... but when exactly?

Rishabh Pant edging closer to return... but when exactly?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rishabh Pant is closing in on a return to competitive cricket, with a BCCI fitness clearance expected by October 10, nearly two months after a foot injury sidelined him during India's England tour.

Cricket's Weird Rule Saves Shanaka

Cricket's Weird Rule Saves Shanaka

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Cricket's rulebook struck again in a bizarre Asia Cup Super Over moment between India and Sri Lanka, leaving fans stunned as Dasun Shanaka survived what looked like a certain run-out.

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'He knew the world's eyes were on him, and he had to speak directly to the fears that immigrants in New York feel right now.'

'Lucky To Witness This From Best Seat In The House'

'Lucky To Witness This From Best Seat In The House'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Umpire Kumar Dharmasena hailed Mohammed Siraj's match-winning delivery in the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval.

'Probably Samson Will Sit Out'

'Probably Samson Will Sit Out'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

'Though I would like to see him in the playing XI, Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma will open the batting for the team.'

What could be the way out for Surya the batter?

What could be the way out for Surya the batter?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

The alarming part is in 10 innings, Suryakumar Yadav has managed only 10 fours and three sixes and dot ball percentage has gone up to nearly 48, translating to five dot balls in every delivery.

When Cricket Stops the City

When Cricket Stops the City

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Perched on a steel beam, hundreds of feet above the ground, a construction worker watches intently - eyes locked not on the skyline, but on the drama unfolding at The Oval.

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Don't Provoke Abhishek Sharma!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'The way Abhishek and Shubman bat, it is like fire and ice.'

Asia Cup: Arshdeep Singh set to create history!

Asia Cup: Arshdeep Singh set to create history!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The left-arm pacer is just one wicket away from becoming the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals.

PIX: KL Rahul shines as Siraj, Bumrah tear through WI

PIX: KL Rahul shines as Siraj, Bumrah tear through WI

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between India and the West Indies, in Ahmedabad, on Thursday.

Surya defends Bumrah: He is not a robot

Surya defends Bumrah: He is not a robot

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Despite over-utilising his craft, Bumrah chased shadows of his past self and returned with figures of 0/45.

PIX: Hazlewood fires Australia to victory in 2nd T20

PIX: Hazlewood fires Australia to victory in 2nd T20

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Josh Hazlewood clinically dismantled a famed Indian top-order with a probing spell to kill the contest as Australia cantered to a four-wicket victory in the second T20 International.

Why Pant's batting style has coaches calling him a legend

Why Pant's batting style has coaches calling him a legend

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar lauded wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant's fearless batting approach and natural talent, recalling how Ashish Nehra had predicted the youngster's rapid rise.

Asia Cup PIX: Carnival vibes as Indo-Pak fans light up Dubai

Asia Cup PIX: Carnival vibes as Indo-Pak fans light up Dubai

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

If the fans can separate the game from politics, treating it as a spectacle rather than a battle, is it not time the stakeholders did the same?

Where India Needs To Improve In Asia Cup Final vs Pakistan

Where India Needs To Improve In Asia Cup Final vs Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel expects the batting unit to lift its performance under pressure in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan

Asia Cup final turns into India-Pak mockery

Asia Cup final turns into India-Pak mockery

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The tournament had been fraught with tension from the very start, and the animosity carried into the final, which India won by five wickets on a rather long Sunday night.

Arshdeep reveals how he perfected the yorker

Arshdeep reveals how he perfected the yorker

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Delighted to earn a maiden national call-up, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh said bowling to the big-hitting Punjab Kings batters in the nets helped him perfect his yorkers.

Asia Cup: Hong Kong need something special against Sri Lanka

Asia Cup: Hong Kong need something special against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Sri Lanka will look to build on their perfect start in Asia Cup when they take on a struggling Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday.

Gambhir Leads Dressing Room Celebrations!

Gambhir Leads Dressing Room Celebrations!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'We will NEVER SURRENDER.'

Mira Nair's son Zohran wins Democratic primary for NYC mayor

Mira Nair's son Zohran wins Democratic primary for NYC mayor

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian-origin lawmaker Zohran Kwame Mamdani stunned in the Democratic primary race for New York City mayor, upsetting former governor Andrew Cuomo.

Women's WC PIX: De Klerk, Wolvaardt help SA down India in thriller

Women's WC PIX: De Klerk, Wolvaardt help SA down India in thriller

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Earlier, after incessant rain interrupted the exciting contest, South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and opted to field against the hosts India.

'100% communist lunatic, looks terrible': Trump slams Zohran Mamdani

'100% communist lunatic, looks terrible': Trump slams Zohran Mamdani

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

In a stunning victory, Indian-American lawmaker Zohran Kwame Mamdani defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary race for New York City mayor

57 all out! UAE crumbles as India storms to 9-wkt win

57 all out! UAE crumbles as India storms to 9-wkt win

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Kuldeep Yadav's artistry was too much for a clueless UAE to comprehend as India hardly broke a sweat in an emphatic nine-wicket victory in their Asia Cup opener in Dubai on Wednesday.

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Siraj Leads India to Thrilling Series-Levelling Victory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Siraj dismissed Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton before bowling Gus Atkinson to end the match.

The Indian batter who has troubled Eng pacer Wood the most...

The Indian batter who has troubled Eng pacer Wood the most...

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Speaking about Pant, Wood highlighted the wicketkeeper-batter's fearlessness as his biggest strength.

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian women's cricket team will look to end a 47-year wait for its maiden ICC title when it takes the field at the ODI World Cup starting with a clash against Sri Lanka.

Siraj's Final Act Puts India On Course For Win

Siraj's Final Act Puts India On Course For Win

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

England still have hopes of winning this game. This prognosis is based on their fourth innings exploits over the last three years and the fact that India galloped to 321 runs in 70 overs, suggesting the wicket isn't particularly tricky. However, the big difference from Leeds in June this year, or Birmingham in 2022, is that this track still has plenty of juice.

India-Pakistan: 6 Duels You Can't Miss!

India-Pakistan: 6 Duels You Can't Miss!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

On Sunday, in the crucible of Dubai, it all comes down to a single question: Who will seize their moment and become a hero for a nation?

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

As India gears up to face Oman on Friday, September 19, at the Dubai international stadium, the focus returns to cricket.

Robert Redford: The Man Beyond The Sex Symbol

Robert Redford: The Man Beyond The Sex Symbol

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

With his killer smile, the sex symbol image, Robert Redford would go beyond just being an actor, remembers Aseem Chhabra.

Siraj Scripts India's Great Escape

Siraj Scripts India's Great Escape

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Mohammed Siraj and the passion of the Indian boys was too strong and ultimately they deserve to win this Test match.'

Can Zohran Mamdani Be New York Mayor?

Can Zohran Mamdani Be New York Mayor?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Zohram Kwame Mamdani would be the city's first Muslim and Indian American mayor if elected New York mayor this November.

Avesh Delivers A Most Dramatic Finish

Avesh Delivers A Most Dramatic Finish

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

In a league where death-overs mastery often dictates success, Avesh Khan has undoubtedly elevated his stature. Jaipur witnessed a cricketing miracle, and he was its architect.

'Didn't win us a single Test': Pathan slams Bumrah

'Didn't win us a single Test': Pathan slams Bumrah

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

India may have drawn the series in England, but Jasprit Bumrah's performance has come under scrutiny-with Irfan Pathan rating the world's No. 1 Test bowler a modest 6 out of 10 for failing to deliver decisive wins.