Champions KKR face formidable Mumbai Indians in IPL opener

Kolkata Knight Riders players celebrate a wicket during IPL 7. Photograph: BCCI Keen to put the Sunil Narine controversy behind them, Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their title defence against a......

US shooting: Gunman had history of mental illness, heard voices

Aaron Alexis, the alleged gunman who killed 12 people including an Indian American inside a heavily guarded Washington Navy Yard on Monday, had a history of mental illness, law enforcement......

Bahai leaders in Iran to stand trial

Iranian authorities have added new charges against 7 Baha'i leaders detained since 2008, under which they could be executed if convicted, and have arrested at least 12 more members of the religious......

Unveiled: Sachin and Warnie's plans for America

'Sachin and I will be tossing a coin in New York City... It will be part of history.' Shane Warne outlines plans for the Cricket All Stars League to P Rajendran/Rediff.com in New York. IMAGE:......

Champions KKR face formidable Mumbai Indians in IPL opener

Kolkata Knight Riders players celebrate a wicket during IPL 7. Photograph: BCCI Keen to put the Sunil Narine controversy behind them, Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their title defence against a......

Shane Bond's arrival lifts Mumbai's spirits

Fielding coach Jonty Rhodes jokes during practice session at the Wankhede Stadium. Photograph: PTI The preparation of former Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians for the eight edition......

Sachin greatest ever, says Pietersen

England batsman Kevin Pietersen reckons Sachin Tendulkar is the "greatest ever" to have graced the game of cricket. Pietersen was in Noida on a visit to Amity University campus, where he gave tips......