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Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Rediff.com6 days ago

England and Pakistan lock horns in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights clash in Pallekele, as Brook's side eye momentum while Pakistan seek comeback.

20 teams, 8 venues, one trophy: T20 World Cup is here!

20 teams, 8 venues, one trophy: T20 World Cup is here!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Tournament co-hosts India will be out to defend their Twenty20 World Cup title in familiar home conditions next month.

Iran vows revenge after killing of supreme leader Khamenei

Iran vows revenge after killing of supreme leader Khamenei

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Sunday issued a formal address and said that the event is a moment of profound religious and historical consequence.

Hazlewood 'on track' to start T20 World Cup

Hazlewood 'on track' to start T20 World Cup

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

With their Ashes hero Mitchell Starc retiring from T20 internationals, Xavier Bartlett is set to claim the second pace bowling slot in the group stage of the World Cup.

India Women Seek to Level ODI Series Against Australia

India Women Seek to Level ODI Series Against Australia

Rediff.com3 days ago

After a disappointing loss in the first ODI, the Indian women's cricket team aims for a stronger batting performance in the second match against Australia to keep the series alive. Australia leads the three-match series after winning the first match by six wickets.

Sri Lanka's Home Semi Chances Rest on ICC's Indo-Pak Rule

Sri Lanka's Home Semi Chances Rest on ICC's Indo-Pak Rule

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sri Lanka could play their 2026 T20 World Cup semi-final at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium if they qualify and avoid India, as ICC clarifies knockout venue logistics.

U19 World Cup: India crush NZ, storm into Super Six

U19 World Cup: India crush NZ, storm into Super Six

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

India cruised into the Super Six stage of the U19 World Cup 2026, finishing as Group B toppers after a comfortable seven-wicket win over New Zealand in a rain-interrupted game at Bulawayo on Saturday.

Can Sri Lanka Overcome Spin Woes Against New Zealand in Colombo?

Can Sri Lanka Overcome Spin Woes Against New Zealand in Colombo?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sri Lanka must improve their batting against slower bowlers when they face New Zealand in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eight clash in Colombo, with both teams chasing their first win.

Can India women deny Australia ODI series sweep?

Can India women deny Australia ODI series sweep?

Rediff.com1 days ago

After being outplayed in the first two ODIs, the Indian women's cricket team will aim to address their batting weaknesses and salvage some pride against a dominant Australian side in the third and final ODI in Hobart.

Big blow to T20 World Cup: Bangladesh say NO to India travel

Big blow to T20 World Cup: Bangladesh say NO to India travel

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Bangladesh refused to send its national cricket team for the T20 World Cup in India, effectively paving the way for Scotland to take its place in the tournament roster after the ICC dismissed the country's demand for a change of venue.

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

9 Most Difficult Exams Across The Globe

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Success percentage rates of some of these toughest exams in the world is in single digits

World Chess title in Chennai? Vishy Anand fuels big talk

World Chess title in Chennai? Vishy Anand fuels big talk

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Viswanathan Anand believes that this year's world championship can happen in Chennai if R Praggnanandhaa wins the Candidates Tournament

Oscar Watch: What Makes One Battle After Another So Stunning

Oscar Watch: What Makes One Battle After Another So Stunning

Rediff.com5 days ago

One Battle After Another touches on big ideas like racism, immigration, abuse of power, identity, and parenthood without turning preachy, observes Mayur Sanap.

Gautam Adani Meets BJP MP Nishikant Dubey

Gautam Adani Meets BJP MP Nishikant Dubey

Rediff.com6 days ago

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani, on Sunday, meet Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey in Deoghar, Jharkhand, and also offered prayers at the Baba Baidyanath Dham temple in Deoghar.

Abbott Bets On Semaglutide Boom

Abbott Bets On Semaglutide Boom

Rediff.com1 days ago

Abbott will exclusively distribute and market Extensior in the country, becoming the second company to secure sole distribution rights for Novo's semaglutide portfolio in India, after Emcure Pharma.

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I stopped trying to meet societal expectations or please people who have no place in my life. The decisions I make, how I live and how I present myself are MY choices and I refuse to apologise for them,' says Malaika Arora.

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan emphasised the need for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team's victory over Canada in the T20 World Cup. He highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in batting and death overs bowling, and acknowledged the painful setback of a narrow defeat to South Africa.

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Rediff.com1 days ago

ICC Chairman Jay Shah and Indian cricket legends celebrate Jammu and Kashmir's first-ever Ranji Trophy title, highlighting its significance for inspiring future generations in the region.

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

'From the start we were 100 per cent sure of winning Ranji Trophy': Paras Dogra

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir claimed their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, with captain Paras Dogra and player Qamran Iqbal expressing their joy and gratitude after the historic win against Karnataka.

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the potential of artificial intelligence to boost global growth, particularly in India, while also addressing the significant risks of job displacement and financial instability.

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jammu & Kashmir extend their commanding lead to 477 runs, now 186/4 after 57 overs.

Ishan Kishan Is Dating Former Miss India Finalist Aditi Hundia

Ishan Kishan Is Dating Former Miss India Finalist Aditi Hundia

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jaipur-based model Aditi Hundia is a fashion influencer, who has also been spotted at IPL games in the past cheering for Ishan Kishan.

6 Of India's Most Beautiful Shawls

6 Of India's Most Beautiful Shawls

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's diverse regions have gifted the world an array of exquisite shawls, each style reflecting its unique regional culture and craftsmanship.

Ravi Shastri Backs Abhishek Sharma to Overcome Lean Patch

Ravi Shastri Backs Abhishek Sharma to Overcome Lean Patch

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Ravi Shastri urges Abhishek Sharma to stay patient after back-to-back ducks in the T20 World Cup 2026, while hailing Ishan Kishan's match-winning knock vs Pakistan.

'Urge all sides...': India reacts as US-Israel attack Iran

'Urge all sides...': India reacts as US-Israel attack Iran

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following a joint attack by the US and Israel on Iran, India is calling for restraint and de-escalation to avoid further military confrontation in the Middle East.

Voll's Ton, Litchfield's 80 Sink India in Hobart

Voll's Ton, Litchfield's 80 Sink India in Hobart

Rediff.com2 days ago

Georgia Voll capitalised on three dropped chances to smash 101 while Phoebe Litchfield struck 80 as Australia beat India by five wickets in Hobart to seal the women's ODI series 2-0 despite fifties from Harmanpreet Kaur and Pratika Rawal.

Wasim Akram-Rohit Sharma Hug Goes Viral Amid Ind-Pak T20 Tension

Wasim Akram-Rohit Sharma Hug Goes Viral Amid Ind-Pak T20 Tension

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Wasim Akram and Rohit Sharma's warm hug before the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo wins praise online, even as on-field handshake tensions continue.

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Rediff.com5 days ago

Australia beat India by six wickets in the first Women's ODI in Brisbane, with fifties from Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney, and Ashleigh Gardners 3-33 sealing a 1-0 series lead despite Mandhana and Harmanpreet's efforts.

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com3 days ago

India should resist knee-jerk responses to tariff volatility in the US and instead use the current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home, former G20 Sherpa and former chief executive officer of NITI Aayog Amitabh Kant said on Wednesday.

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

Rediff.com5 days ago

Shimron Hetmyer's explosive innings propelled the West Indies to a dominant victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, with the batsman attributing his success to simplified thinking and letting his bat do the talking.

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

2nd ODI: In the last two games we didn't bat well: Harmanpreet admits

Rediff.com2 days ago

Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledges India's batting struggles in the ODI series against Australia after consecutive defeats. Australia's Alyssa Healy praises young players Voll and Litchfield for their outstanding performance.

Oil PSUs Spent 81% Of FY26 Capex Target

Oil PSUs Spent 81% Of FY26 Capex Target

Rediff.com6 days ago

Of the 1.32 trillion capex target for FY26, State-run oil firms have already spent 1.07 trillion in the first 10 months.

'Child Marriage Is Nothing But Child Rape'

'Child Marriage Is Nothing But Child Rape'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'People don't believe that a 15-year-old girl subjected to sexual intercourse within a marriage is a victim of rape.'

Has Arijit Singh *Really* Retired?

Has Arijit Singh *Really* Retired?

Rediff.com4 days ago

'There are so many unfinished songs; they are going to keep releasing until they are done.'

Bengaluru GAFX 2026 to Highlight AVGC-XR Sector

Bengaluru GAFX 2026 to Highlight AVGC-XR Sector

Rediff.com3 days ago

The seventh edition of Bengaluru GAFX, a major AVGC-XR conference and exhibition, will be held from February 27, showcasing advancements in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality.

Phillips, Ravindra fire New Zealand into Super Eights

Phillips, Ravindra fire New Zealand into Super Eights

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra's explosive batting performances led New Zealand to a convincing eight-wicket victory over Canada in the T20 World Cup, securing their place in the Super 8s.

Youth Cong AI protest ignites nationwide BJP-Congress street clashes

Youth Cong AI protest ignites nationwide BJP-Congress street clashes

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indore in Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry and Prakasam in Andhra Pradesh also witnessed a tense atmosphere amid confrontation between the party workers.

'Take Him Down': How South Africa Neutralised Varun Chakravarthy

'Take Him Down': How South Africa Neutralised Varun Chakravarthy

Rediff.com6 days ago

David Miller reveals South Africa's plan to attack Varun Chakravarthy with intent and trust the line after a 76-run win over India.