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Abu Dhabi CC unhappy with BCCI?

Abu Dhabi CC unhappy with BCCI?

Rediff.com4 May 2006

Media reports said Lalit Modi created a scene during the recent two-match India - Pakistan series, leaving government officials fuming.

Abu Dhabi to be Jet's hub after deal with Etihad

Abu Dhabi to be Jet's hub after deal with Etihad

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

The move is likely to impact Jet's operations out of Belgium and India.

GT coach Nehra takes sarcastic dig at Gill's critics

GT coach Nehra takes sarcastic dig at Gill's critics

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'You have a lot of options if you want to see. You can remove Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill and you can open with Sai Sudharsan and Ruturaj Gaikwad...'

Axar injury scare before India-Pakistan clash

Axar injury scare before India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Although fielding coach T Dilip said Patel looked "fine" after the match, the short turnaround between games poses a challenge for the all-rounder's recovery.

Asalanka hails Thushara in Sri Lanka's perfect run

Asalanka hails Thushara in Sri Lanka's perfect run

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'I am really pleased with the performance. Almost a perfect game for us. The pacers did the job (but) only the last over went wrong for us.'

Star Performer: Gayle storm in Abu Dhabi

Star Performer: Gayle storm in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Gayle hammered eight sixes in his explosive innings and brought up a staggering 1,000 sixes in T20 cricket with a maximum off Kartik Tyagi.

Indian doctor found murdered in Abu Dhabi

Indian doctor found murdered in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Media reports said the attacker, a Pakistani, had been under Dr Daniel's observation for a urinary disease for several weeks and apparently visited the doctor for a follow-up. He was also said to be upset over the treatment of his ailment

ICC Rankings: Jaiswal enters top 5, Kuldeep hits career-best

ICC Rankings: Jaiswal enters top 5, Kuldeep hits career-best

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Yashaswi Jaiswal advance two slots to fifth after notching 175 in the first innings of the New Delhi game while KL Rahul's knocks of 38 and 58 not out lifted him two places to 33rd.

Rafa Nadal to play in Abu Dhabi

Rafa Nadal to play in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

Rafa Nadal is scheduled to play in an exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi in December, organisers said in a statement.

Asia Cup: Varma, Sanju, Hardik look to find rhythm vs Oman

Asia Cup: Varma, Sanju, Hardik look to find rhythm vs Oman

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The likes of Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube and Axar Patel would all like to get some decent hit out there in the middle ahead of Sunday's clash against Pakistan.

Big Money Doesn't Guarantee IPL Success

Big Money Doesn't Guarantee IPL Success

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The IPL consistently rewards smart squad building, tactical flexibility, and balanced team composition over individual star power. So what exactly are franchises paying for when the bidding war begins?

PIX: Surya's India sharpen skills ahead of Asia Cup

PIX: Surya's India sharpen skills ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Earlier, warm-up routines had players darting through shuttle runs and high knees before bats were unsheathed.

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Four Big Bash League clubs chasing spin great Ashwin!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin is set to become the first capped India men's player to participate in the Big Bash League.

Abu Dhabi gives Dubai $10 billion to cover debt

Abu Dhabi gives Dubai $10 billion to cover debt

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

The Dubai government said on Monday that Abu Dhabi has agreed to give $10 billion in emergency funds that will go toward paying debts owed by its Dubai World conglomerate. It said $4.1 billion of the money will be used to pay off the debt from Dubai World's Nakheel property divisions that are due today (Monday).

Abu Dhabi hoping for change in F1 calendar

Abu Dhabi hoping for change in F1 calendar

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix organisers are hoping for a change to the 2010 Formula One calendar so that they can again be the season-ending race next year.

Gill and Abhishek opening pair in Asia Cup?

Gill and Abhishek opening pair in Asia Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

The inclusion of Gill in the squad has raised doubts in the minds of management about who will open the innings for their side, along with left-hand batter Abhishek, in the tournament.

Bencic wins Tokyo title 10 years after heartbreak

Bencic wins Tokyo title 10 years after heartbreak

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

'I had a deja vu moment on court. I had match point on the same side of the court, went for the same serve and was telling myself the same things. I had goosebumps, it was really special. It's great to win here again.'

Oman's Most Capped Player: Jatinder Paaji

Oman's Most Capped Player: Jatinder Paaji

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Jatinder Singh has played 61 ODIs and 64 T20Is for Oman.

'I've become like Rohit..' Suryakumar jokes at toss

'I've become like Rohit..' Suryakumar jokes at toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Team India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has found himself in the spotlight for a brief moment of forgetfulness at the toss during their Asia Cup fixture against Oman in Dubai on Friday.

'India can dominate Asia under fearless Surya'

'India can dominate Asia under fearless Surya'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has backed the current T20I team to win the upcoming Asia Cup under Suryakumar Yadav's "fearless captaincy".

Suryakumar's leadership adds edge to India, feels Trott

Suryakumar's leadership adds edge to India, feels Trott

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Asia Cup in these conditions, we saw them in the Champions Trophy here 50 over. It would be foolish not to say they are one of the favourites.'

Jeev, Chowrasia make cut in Abu Dhabi

Jeev, Chowrasia make cut in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com28 Jan 2012

Struggling Indian golfer SSP Chowrasia (72) sank a birdie on his closing hole of the second round to make the midway cut at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championships.

F1 PHOTOS: Hamilton ends season with a win in Abu Dhabi

F1 PHOTOS: Hamilton ends season with a win in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

Briton now 18 wins away from Michael Schumacher's all-time record

'More Games Would Be Prudent For IPL'

'More Games Would Be Prudent For IPL'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Ness Wadia says bigger IPL window needed, all for Champions League revival.

UP man seeks MEA intervention to save daughter on death row in UAE

UP man seeks MEA intervention to save daughter on death row in UAE

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Shahzadi Khan, currently imprisoned in Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba jail, has been sentenced to death by a court for the death of a child who was under her care.

Rashid Khan to lead Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025

Rashid Khan to lead Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Afghanistan on Sunday unveiled a 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Wanted to show our caliber: UAE capt after heavy defeat to India

Wanted to show our caliber: UAE capt after heavy defeat to India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

UAE captain Muhammad Waseem said his side wanted to show their "caliber" after the heavy defeat against India by winning their Asia Cup match against Oman in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat in England, piling up 754 runs at an average of 75.40 with four centuries.

Sehwag: Losing to Pakistan made me lose my cool

Sehwag: Losing to Pakistan made me lose my cool

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

The 46-year-old played 42 matches and boasts an average of 50.65, but most of his outings have ended in defeat. He has won 17 and stood on the losing side 21 times, something that makes him lose his cool.

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

Arshdeep Hits A Century!

Arshdeep Hits A Century!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh on Friday etched his name into the record books by becoming the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 internationals.

Abu Dhabi track will demand respect: Coulthard

Abu Dhabi track will demand respect: Coulthard

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Formula One's newest circuit in Abu Dhabi could prove trickier this weekend than any other track introduced in recent years, according to former racer David Coulthard.

Samson hits explosive century ahead of Asia Cup

Samson hits explosive century ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Since last year, he has found a new lease of life as an opener, scoring three centuries in five innings across series against Bangladesh and South Africa

Hong Kong skipper lauds batters despite Asia Cup loss

Hong Kong skipper lauds batters despite Asia Cup loss

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'We gave too many freebies to Afghanistan, but we came up with a plan today and implemented it more effectively.'

Abu Dhabi launches zero-emission, electric buses

Abu Dhabi launches zero-emission, electric buses

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

The Emirate's Tourism Development & Investment Company has ordered two such vehicles, said to be the world's first carbon-neutral buses, which would be delivered soon.

Blackstone to invest Rs 6,200 crore for 9.99% stake in Federal Bank

Blackstone to invest Rs 6,200 crore for 9.99% stake in Federal Bank

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Private-sector lender Federal Bank on Friday announced that New York-based Blackstone will invest Rs 6,196.51 crore in the bank through its affiliate Asia II Topco XIII Pte Ltd via a preferential issue on a private placement basis.

Windies offer Pak Tests in Abu Dhabi

Windies offer Pak Tests in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

The West Indies have offered to play two Tests against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi in November.

Verstappen ends F1 season with win in Abu Dhabi

Verstappen ends F1 season with win in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Max Verstappen won the season-ending Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix from pole position for Red Bull on Sunday.

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix to surge 24 points clear in the Formula One championship on Sunday.

Champion Vettel chasing Schumi's seven in Abu Dhabi

Champion Vettel chasing Schumi's seven in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

James Hunt would doubtless have done it differently but Sebastian Vettel's idea of bliss after winning the Formula One championship for the fourth year in a row was a few quiet days at home.