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Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Why Indian Tennis Is In A Slump

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'We were the best team in Asia at one point. Today, we are barely in the reckoning for the Davis Cup.' 'Players now, especially this decade, lack perseverance.'

World's third largest cricket stadium in Jaipur soon

World's third largest cricket stadium in Jaipur soon

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

The construction work for the first phase of the stadium is likely to take 24 to 30 months.

Windies, CSK legend Dwayne Bravo 'bids farewell' to cricket

Windies, CSK legend Dwayne Bravo 'bids farewell' to cricket

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

'Today is the day I say goodbye to the game that has given me everything.'

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.

How many brands does Dada promote?

How many brands does Dada promote?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'Dada is the ideal fit for brands -- his credibility, passion, and deep connection with audiences make him a game-changer.'

Dravid to remain India's coach till T20 World Cup: BCCI

Dravid to remain India's coach till T20 World Cup: BCCI

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Rahul Dravid's contract ended after the ODI World Cup final last year, but he was asked to continue in his role.

Nepal court sentences cricketer Lamichhane to 8-year imprisonment in a rape case

Nepal court sentences cricketer Lamichhane to 8-year imprisonment in a rape case

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The Nepal court on Wednesday sentenced star cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to eight years imprisonment in a rape case.

SEE: Just-retired Ashwin returns home with 'zero regrets'

SEE: Just-retired Ashwin returns home with 'zero regrets'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin returned home on Thursday after his shock international retirement in the middle of a Test series in Australia

'Is one day cricket dying?' asks Yuvraj

'Is one day cricket dying?' asks Yuvraj

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

Poor turnout for the third and final ODI in Thiruvananthapuram, on Sunday raised serious questions about the relevance of the 50-over format

From 'Reluctant Politician' To Vice President

From 'Reluctant Politician' To Vice President

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

While naming him as the NDA candidate for the Vice President's post, the BJP had described him as 'Kisan putra', a move seen in the political circles aimed at reaching out to the politically significant Jat community which had participated in huge numbers in the year-long farmers' protests against agriculture reform measures unveiled in June 2020.

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'The league will begin as a city-based franchise setup, starting with six cities.'

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Pakistan and India have faced each other seven times at the T20 World Cup, with Pakistan winning just once.

'Pakistan not coming to India for T20 World Cup for Blind'

'Pakistan not coming to India for T20 World Cup for Blind'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

"The Pakistan Team has collected passports from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad today (7th December 2022) around 2:30 PM after receiving the passport collection e-mail from Indian High Commission but no visa has been issued to Pakistan team," Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) said in a statement.

I've started bowling but I won't take chances: Shami

I've started bowling but I won't take chances: Shami

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Mohammed Shami is open to playing domestic cricket if needed to make a comeback to the Indian team.

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month.

ODI World Cup: Check out ticket prices for matches at Eden Gardens

ODI World Cup: Check out ticket prices for matches at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

A ticket for the marquee World Cup semi-final match at Eden Gardens will cost a minimum Rs 900, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) said on Monday.

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

After winning World Cup, here's what India's Blind cricket team wants

After winning World Cup, here's what India's Blind cricket team wants

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

After winning the Blind Cricket World Cup for India, players have asked the Ministry of Sports to give recognition to the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI).

PHOTOS: Gill stars as India ease past England

PHOTOS: Gill stars as India ease past England

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel smashed half-centuries as India defeated England by four wickets in the first One-Day International in Nagpur.

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.

Pioneering promoter of Indian women's cricket no more

Pioneering promoter of Indian women's cricket no more

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

"His contribution to women's cricket is immense. He registered WCAI when he was in his 20s and within a couple of years the first international match was organised in the country in 1975 when Australia toured here," Kulkarni told PTI.

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Users have taken social media by storm against the cricket regulatory body using #BoycottCAN which has gone viral in the Himalayan nation.

Nahid Rana? Not a big deal: Rohit's chill response

Nahid Rana? Not a big deal: Rohit's chill response

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Bangladesh defeated Pakistan 2-0 in their first win over the latter in a Test series but Rohit did not read too much into it. The Mumbaikar was also not worried about pacer Rana

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The ICC on Tuesday said the Women's T20 World Cup will be moved to the United Arab Emirates due to the prevailing unrest in Bangladesh

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Richards could mentor the team in the World Cup a role fulfilled by former Australian opener, Matthew Hayden in the last two T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022 where Pakistan reached the semi-final and final.

Indisciplined Prithvi Shaw's career is a promise unkept

Indisciplined Prithvi Shaw's career is a promise unkept

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'With him in particular, I've had a lot of chats with him, a lot of conversations to try and make him a better cricketer.'

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Sunday's match would be just like any other for the cricketing maestro.

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The Indian cricket team's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has been sacked just eight months

ODI World Cup: Chinnaswamy Stadium's preparations under full swing

ODI World Cup: Chinnaswamy Stadium's preparations under full swing

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2023, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has undertaken the renovation works that are essential prior to the quadrennial extravaganza.

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The subscriber count made JioHotstar one of the largest OTT platforms in the world.

T20s an exhibition, Test cricket an examination: Lloyd

T20s an exhibition, Test cricket an examination: Lloyd

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The legendary Clive Lloyd wants to see more Test cricket on the international calendar and prefers a minimum of three red-ball games in a bilateral series.

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.'

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Rediff.com7 May 2025

"Fearless in unity. Boundless in strength. India's shield is her people. There's no room for terrorism in this world. We're ONE TEAM! Jai Hind," Tendulkar posted

T20 World Cup: Australian Law appointed US head coach

T20 World Cup: Australian Law appointed US head coach

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Former Australia batsman Stuart Law has been appointed head coach of the US men's team ahead of their home T20 World Cup in June.

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pakistan cricketers floored by 'unexpected' welcome, hit nets 12 hours after arrival

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The Sardar Patel Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad is spread over 63 acres, with a seating capacity of 1.10 lakh people. It overtakes Melbourne Cricket Ground, which can accommodate 90,000 people.

Lyon has more complete game than Ashwin: Paul Adams

Lyon has more complete game than Ashwin: Paul Adams

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

"I think he (Shami) will be a major miss for India, given the Australian conditions. The pace and bouncy wickets in Australia would have helped India in gaining an upper hand if Shami had been in the squad but that's not in the selector's hand as he is recovering, but I think he will be missed," Adams said.

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'Rinku supported Zeeshan a lot during UP T20 league. A leg-spinner needs a lot of confidence from his captain. He was brought into bowl at crucial junctures and that helped him catch attention of scouts.'

'Stokes has taken the right call to miss T20 World Cup'

'Stokes has taken the right call to miss T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Stuart Broad said the defending champions will miss his aura but have enough resources to replace him as a player.

Victory Parade! Team India celebrate with fans in Mumbai

Victory Parade! Team India celebrate with fans in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

The victory parade of the T20 World Cup winning Indian team finally commenced after a delay of more than two hours in Mumbai on Thursday.