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'The Struggle Never Ends'

'The Struggle Never Ends'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

'It's been an up and down journey and every actor has to go through it.'

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq could be asked to relinquish his role as chief selector after the team returns from England as the cricket authorities are considering appointing a new person for the top job.

Pakistan appoint Younis as batting coach for England tour

Pakistan appoint Younis as batting coach for England tour

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

Pakistan appointed former captain Younis Khan as national team's batting coach and also roped in Mushtaq Ahmed as spin bowling coach for the upcoming tour of England. The 42-year-old Younis had scored 10,099 runs in 118 Tests, including a career-best 313 in a successful career during which he also became world number one batsman in the ICC Test rankings.

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Ged Stokes, father of England all-rounder Ben Stokes, passed away after a year-long battle with brain cancer.

'Making The Sky Is Pink was not traumatic'

'Making The Sky Is Pink was not traumatic'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Shonali Bose's film The Sky Is Pink will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, a date that holds special importance in her life.

Pakistan ready to play against India at neutral venue: PCB CEO

Pakistan ready to play against India at neutral venue: PCB CEO

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

PCB is trying to convince other boards to start sending their teams to Pakistan to play limited overs matches.

England beat Pakistan in a thriller; win T20 series

England beat Pakistan in a thriller; win T20 series

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Pakistan had set England a target of 155. The hosts beat a battling Pakistan by three wickets.

Akram, Akhtar withdraw from commentary assignment for Mumbai ODI

Akram, Akhtar withdraw from commentary assignment for Mumbai ODI

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Akram's agent Arsalan Haider confirmed that the pair would commentate during the fourth ODI in Chennai at the MA Chidambaram Stadium and return to Pakistan on October 23, two days before the Mumbai match.

This Champions Trophy TRIVIA will blow your mind!

This Champions Trophy TRIVIA will blow your mind!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Sarfraz, Imad: Pakistanis to win an ICC final vs India

Pakistan cruise home as Yasir's spin sinks Zimbabwe

Pakistan cruise home as Yasir's spin sinks Zimbabwe

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Yasir Shah wrecked Zimbabwe's batting lineup with six for 26 as Pakistan cruised to a 131-run win in the opening One-dayer at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday.

Do you agree with Waqar's All-Time Pakistan Test XI?

Do you agree with Waqar's All-Time Pakistan Test XI?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

A month back, there was huge buzz over India's 500th Test and many former greats had come up with their own all-time XI of India. Now, to celebrate Pakistan's 400th Test match played against West Indies, legendary Pakistan fast bowler Waqar Younis has revealed his all time Pakistan Test XI. Wicketkeeper-batsman Sarfraz Ahmed was the only player under the age of 30 selected in the high-quality side. Furthermore, the 29-year-old, alongside veteran right-handed batsman Younus Khan, was the one of two active players picked.

5, including 2 brothers, arrested for raping Japanese tourist

5, including 2 brothers, arrested for raping Japanese tourist

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Five men have been arrested by police in connection with the alleged confinement and gangrape of a Japanese tourist for over a month in Bihar's Gaya district.

Shaw needs to be more disciplined off the field: Jaffer

Shaw needs to be more disciplined off the field: Jaffer

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

Former India opener and domestic stalwart Wasim Jaffer compared Prithvi Shaw to the great Virender Sehwag but also said the Mumbaikar needs a more disciplined lifestyle off the field. After an impressive Test debut against the West Indies, Shaw was handed an eight-month ban for a doping violation.

One of the best in the world: Jaffer wishes Smith

One of the best in the world: Jaffer wishes Smith

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Wasim Jaffer heaped praised on Steve Smith and said that he is one of the best batsmen in the world.

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar has named the best ever batsman he ever bowled in a chat show 'The Sportsman' with former captain Wasim Akram. Shoaib, one of the fastest bowlers to have ever played the game, says his former teammate and captain Inzamam-ul-Haq played him better than any other batsman he bowled to during his career.

Bangladesh to split Pakistan tour

Bangladesh to split Pakistan tour

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Last month, Bangladesh agreed to play T20 matches in Pakistan but said Tests would have to be played at a neutral venue because of security concerns.

Here's why Ganguly won't attend Asian Cricket Council meet

Here's why Ganguly won't attend Asian Cricket Council meet

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

BCCI chief Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah were to attend the ACC meeting. But, over the last few days, around 730 cases of coronavirus were reported in the UAE, creating panic among travellers and locals.

How 2011 World Cup snub spurred Rohit

How 2011 World Cup snub spurred Rohit

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan said that India vice-captain Rohit Sharma did not lack in hard work in his early years even though his body language suggested a "relaxed" attitude to his batting.

Shoaib to meet wife Sania, son before joining team in England

Shoaib to meet wife Sania, son before joining team in England

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Shoaib Malik has been stuck in Pakistan while his wife, tennis player Sania Mirza, and one-year-old son Izhaan, have been in India due to the ban on international travel due to the pandemic.

Pakistan fast bowler Amir retires citing 'mental torture'

Pakistan fast bowler Amir retires citing 'mental torture'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

The 28-year-old left-arm pacer made the surprise announcement in a video interview released by Pakistani website Khel-Shel.

Pakistan dreads becoming no-go area again after NZ snub

Pakistan dreads becoming no-go area again after NZ snub

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

After a decade spent trying to woo back cricket's international elite, Pakistan is facing the prospect of being declared the game's no-go area again, and the anger is palpable.

PIX: Priyanka takes The Sky is Pink to Toronto

PIX: Priyanka takes The Sky is Pink to Toronto

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Priyanka Chopra wore shades of brown to promote her film, The Sky Is Pink, at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival.

Will England agree to tour Pakistan in 2022?

Will England agree to tour Pakistan in 2022?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

England must tour Pakistan in 2022 reciprocating the visit of Azhar Ali and his men despite the coronavirus pandemic, Pakistan pace great Wasim Akram said.

Hafeez highlights difference between India and Pakistan players

Hafeez highlights difference between India and Pakistan players

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Mohammad Hafeez highlighted the deficiencies in Pakistan cricket in terms of nurturing talent after a young Indian side defeated Australia

Pak cleric threatens to kill Malala, arrested

Pak cleric threatens to kill Malala, arrested

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

A Muslim cleric in northwest Pakistan has been arrested under the tough anti-terrorism act for threatening to kill Malala Yousafzai in a suicide attack and instigating people against the Nobel Laureate for her recent comments on marriage, police said.

How social media is impacting modern sports...

How social media is impacting modern sports...

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Ollie Robinson was suspended from international cricket pending an investigation after his tweets, posted when he was a teenager

PIX: Ileana, Taapsee, Kriti at Star Screen awards

PIX: Ileana, Taapsee, Kriti at Star Screen awards

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Coming up, gorgeous ladies on the red carpet.

Misbah steps down as Pakistan chief selector, to remain head coach

Misbah steps down as Pakistan chief selector, to remain head coach

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Misbah said with time he understood that it would be possible to give his best only to one role.

Akram disappointed with Ali's captaincy in 1st Test

Akram disappointed with Ali's captaincy in 1st Test

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Pakistan captain Azhar Ali "missed a trick" several times in the opening Test against England and their three-wicket loss will hurt the team and their fans, according to bowling great Wasim Akram. Ali and his men held the upper hand for most part of the series opener and had England, chasing 277 for victory, reeling at 117-5 at Old Trafford before England fought back.

World T20: Pakistan warm-up with win over Sri Lanka

World T20: Pakistan warm-up with win over Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Pakistan bowling came to the fore after Mohammad Hafeez's unbeaten fifty as they defeated World T20 defending champions Sri Lanka by 15 runs in their warmup match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. Hafeez struck an unbeaten 70 from 49 balls to help Pakistan post 157/5 before they restricted Sri Lanka for 142/9 in front of a cheering crowd of more than 10,000. Sri Lanka were wayward with their bowling especially in the death overs and bowled eight wide balls, including five from Dushmantha Chamara, further helping Pakistan's cause.

Watch Aamir slip into a character he's *never* done before!

Watch Aamir slip into a character he's *never* done before!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

This is how Aamir Khan's look in Secret Superstar came alive.

PSL 6 could be postponed: PCB

PSL 6 could be postponed: PCB

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'Some of the conditions put forth by the UAE authorities make it next to impossible for the PCB to host the matches in UAE.'

Man suspected to be cattle thief beaten to death in Haryana

Man suspected to be cattle thief beaten to death in Haryana

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

The police have registered a case against three persons of the family and arrested one of the alleged accused identified as Ram Kishen.

ICC ODI rankings: Kohli, Rohit unmoved

ICC ODI rankings: Kohli, Rohit unmoved

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

In the bowling chart, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult (722) held on to his top spot, followed by Bumrah (719).

Finch fires Australia past Pakistan with a hundred

Finch fires Australia past Pakistan with a hundred

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

Captain Aaron Finch scored a century as Australia beat Pakistan by eight wickets in the opening One-Day International between the countries at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday. Chasing 281 to win, the tourists reached their target with an over to spare and took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, with Finch making 116 and Shaun Marsh unbeaten on 91.

PIX: Pakistan outclass Namibia to storm into World Cup semis

PIX: Pakistan outclass Namibia to storm into World Cup semis

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Half-centuries from Mohammed Rizwan and Babar Azam helped Pakistan outclass Namibia by 45 runs to storm into the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Javagal Srinath played 67 Tests and 229 ODIs between 1991 and 2003, taking 236 and 315 wickets respectively. South African seamer Shaun Pollock believes the Indian never got the credit he deserved.

PCB reprimands Saqlain for praising Dhoni

PCB reprimands Saqlain for praising Dhoni

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

According to details, the PCB has reminded Saqlain, who is the head of international players development at the High Performance Centre, that he is a board employee and can't post videos on YouTube.

PIX: Aamir's movie date with Sanya Malhotra

PIX: Aamir's movie date with Sanya Malhotra

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The Dangal gang supports its new Pataakha!

ICC T20 WC could be shifted out of India to UAE: PCB

ICC T20 WC could be shifted out of India to UAE: PCB

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Reminded that India had planned to host a home series against England and also the Indian Premier League in the first quarter of 2021, Khan said a clear picture would come only by April.