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'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar has criticised the decision to move the IPL final to Ahmedabad, despite congratulating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on their victory. He claims Bengaluru was unfairly stripped of the opportunity to host the final.

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

To witness over 100,000 people sitting in stunned silence is not a sight one can forget easily.

IPL 2026: Rain washes out KKR vs Punjab Kings clash in Kolkata

IPL 2026: Rain washes out KKR vs Punjab Kings clash in Kolkata

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain and a wet outfield, resulting in both teams sharing a point each.

Narendra Modi stadium sets new world record!

Narendra Modi stadium sets new world record!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Board of Control for Cricket in India said the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the biggest crowd attendance during a T20 match.

Tribal role in freedom struggle overlooked to favour a 'few families': Modi

Tribal role in freedom struggle overlooked to favour a 'few families': Modi

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party for allegedly neglecting the tribal community's contributions to India's freedom struggle during its 60-year rule. He spoke at an event marking Janjatiya Gaurav Divas and inaugurated development projects for tribal communities.

Indo-Pak WC tie: Tickets sold out, but where's the buzz?

Indo-Pak WC tie: Tickets sold out, but where's the buzz?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Travelling from airport to Navrangpura, at the heart of the city and then to Motera at the other corner, not for once did it feel like there is a marquee cricket match being hosted in the city, tickets of which are already sold out.

8 reasons why Indian cricket looks like Indian politics

8 reasons why Indian cricket looks like Indian politics

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

Indeed, if you look at this hypothesis with sufficiently jaundiced eyes, you will find plenty in common in the way 'Team India' conducts its affairs and the way 'Team Modi' does, argues Krishna Prasad.

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'The IPL provides a different ladder in terms of recognition.' 'If you do well, you will obviously get noticed and it enhances your selection into white-ball formats.'

Kanpur may only host Gujarat Lions-KKR match

Kanpur may only host Gujarat Lions-KKR match

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

Kanpur's Green Park stadium is likely to host just one match in the ongoing Indian Premier League due to pressing logistics issues.

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he will hand over his social media accounts to women achievers from different walks of life to mark International Women's Day on March 8. In his monthly "Mann Ki Baat" address, Modi said these successful women will talk about their work and experience on his social media accounts. He also renewed his appeal to people to take measures to deal with the growing problem of obesity and encouraged people to visit research laboratories or planetariums to mark National Science Day on February 28. Modi highlighted India's progress in space science and artificial intelligence, and emphasized the importance of celebrating and respecting the indomitable spirit of women. He also spoke about the diversity of India's wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts.

Ahmedabad hotel rooms surge to 2 lakh for WC final!

Ahmedabad hotel rooms surge to 2 lakh for WC final!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Hotel room tariff in Ahmedabad, airfares shoot up ahead of India-Australia final

'Narendra Modi stadium should learn from Eden Gardens'

'Narendra Modi stadium should learn from Eden Gardens'

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The gigantic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad can take a cue and 'learn' from Eden Gardens' fully covered rain management system, said Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Snehasish Ganguly.

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

Rediff.com30 May 2022

For the first time, the BCCI is giving hefty incentives to groundsmen.

Rajkot Test: Will India Bring In Jadeja And Jurel?

Rajkot Test: Will India Bring In Jadeja And Jurel?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the third Test against England?

President Kovind inaugurates refurbished Motera Stadium

President Kovind inaugurates refurbished Motera Stadium

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

The refurbished Sardar Patel Stadium in Motera is now renamed Narendra Modi Stadium.

IPL 2024: Last Dance for Dhoni & Co?

IPL 2024: Last Dance for Dhoni & Co?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

As the new season approaches, whispers of retirement surround some of the league's most beloved veterans.

Ranji: Dube's blitz, Shaw's comeback and Mumbai's dominance

Ranji: Dube's blitz, Shaw's comeback and Mumbai's dominance

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Shivam Dube continued his recent streak of form with a counter-attacking fifty that proved to be the cornerstone of Mumbai's excellent 330 for six against Bengal

The IPL has become boring!

The IPL has become boring!

Rediff.com23 May 2016

For days now, the fan has sat in front of the telly every night hoping to see an IPL contest that would leave the nerves jangling. Instead, he is served an insipid display that forces him to slumber the evening away, says Dhruv Munjal.

IPL 9: 6 memorable moments from Week 2

IPL 9: 6 memorable moments from Week 2

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Featuring Virat, Suryakant Yadav, Mustafizur Rehman, David Warner, AB, Krunal Pandya...

Ranji Trophy round-up: Unmukt ton puts Delhi in drivers seat

Ranji Trophy round-up: Unmukt ton puts Delhi in drivers seat

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Round-up of the Day Three action in the Ranji Trophy matches being played in different part of the country.

Ranji Trophy: Pujara's woes continue as Saurashtra struggle

Ranji Trophy: Pujara's woes continue as Saurashtra struggle

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Summary of all Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday

Trump leaves for maiden India visit, calls Modi a 'friend'

Trump leaves for maiden India visit, calls Modi a 'friend'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Trump is accompanied by First Lady Melania, daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and the top brass of his administration.

Did Harsha Bhogle pay the price for VCA spat?

Did Harsha Bhogle pay the price for VCA spat?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

'This little incident might seem trivial to most people. But when such things happen in the BCCI's own backyard...'

Rishabh Pant: Unrepressed, entertaining, authentic

Rishabh Pant: Unrepressed, entertaining, authentic

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

'I just go out there and do my thing; try to express myself. I'm glad people enjoy it,' Rishabh Pant tells Dhruv Munjal.

Quota stir: Hardik detained ahead of India-SA match in Rajkot

Quota stir: Hardik detained ahead of India-SA match in Rajkot

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

Hardik and around four of his supporters were detained when he was going to the cricket stadium in the attire of a farmer.

Rain ruins Day 1 in Rajasthan-Bengal Ranji match at Eden

Rain ruins Day 1 in Rajasthan-Bengal Ranji match at Eden

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

A summary of the opening day's play from the Ranji Trophy matches at various venues across the country.

Timeline: IPL spot-fixing scandal

Timeline: IPL spot-fixing scandal

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

India pacer Shantakumaran Sreesanth and his Rajasthan Royals team mate Ankeet Chavan and Ajit Chandila were on Sunday cleared of charges by a Delhi court in the spot-fixing and betting scandal in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League in 2013. A flashback of the events that unfolded in the episode.

Is IPL no longer the world's top T-20 contest?

Is IPL no longer the world's top T-20 contest?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

The IPL, all of a sudden, may have some catching up to do with the Big Bash.