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Jemimah, Deepti shine as India beat SA; set up final vs SL

Jemimah, Deepti shine as India beat SA; set up final vs SL

Rediff.com7 May 2025

India defeated South Africa by 23 runs in a women's Tri-Nation ODI series match, setting up a title clash with Sri Lanka.

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

WTC final: 'History, records don't mean anything'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Despite the impressive record that the WTC finalists are in possession of, Bangar doesn't believe the Proteas or the Baggy Greens will receive an edge over the other in the Ultimate Test, which is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday.

South Africa's Klaasen retires from international cricket

South Africa's Klaasen retires from international cricket

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Heinrich Klaasen, 33, is one of the world's most destructive batters in white-ball cricket and a mainstay of the South African limited-overs side in recent years.

India's bid to host 2036 Olympics hits a snag

India's bid to host 2036 Olympics hits a snag

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

India's 2036 Oly dream: IOC pauses bidding process to figure out 'appropriate' time to elect host

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Cricket South Africa's Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe confirmed Klaasen was still part of their white ball plans.

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

A look back at some of the most painful moments when South Africa came heartbreakingly close -- but always fell short -- before finally breaking the curse at Lord's.

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Bosch's Special IPL Debut on Brother's Birthday

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Raised by his mother Karen-Anne, Corbin and his younger brother Eathan, who also plays for South Africa, pursued cricket in honour of their late father's legacy.

Bennett's ton not enough as England takes control

Bennett's ton not enough as England takes control

Rediff.com23 May 2025

England were closing in on a crushing victory over Zimbabwe at the close on the second day of the one-off Test on Friday, despite opener Brian Bennett scoring the fastest Test century for the African side.

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

2027 World Cup: Wanderers, Kingsmead, Newlands among eight South African venues

2027 World Cup: Wanderers, Kingsmead, Newlands among eight South African venues

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Eight of South Africa's top cricket stadiums, including Wanderers in Johannesburg, Durban's Kingsmead and Newlands in Cape Town, have been confirmed as venues for the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, a News24 report said on Wednesday.

The biryani showdown that saved India from whitewash

The biryani showdown that saved India from whitewash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Mohammed Shami's fiery spell at Johannesburg in 2018 wasn't just about swing and seam-it was fuelled by biryani, banter, and a well-timed provocation from head coach Ravi Shastri.

You Let Aussies Dictate: Steyn Slams Proteas

You Let Aussies Dictate: Steyn Slams Proteas

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

South Africa's dream start to the World Test Championship final quickly turned into a nightmare at Lord's, as their batters failed to back up Kagiso Rabada's five-wicket masterclass.

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

CSA's director Enoch Nkwe changed his stance, saying higher-level talks were happening between CSA, the BCCI, and IPL franchises, suggesting CSA had little choice in the matter.

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Lionel Messi drew vast crowds and showed flashes of his brilliance when his Inter Miami side were held to a goalless draw by African giants Al-Ahly as the revamped Club World Cup got off to a festive start on Saturday.

Spin could be major factor but adapting is key: Smith

Spin could be major factor but adapting is key: Smith

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'It does look like quite a dry surface and I think the footmarks will definitely come into play as the game wears on.'

Why Australia are the favourites to retain WTC title

Why Australia are the favourites to retain WTC title

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Australia will have to dust off the cobwebs but are still fancied to successfully defend their World Test Championship crown against equally ring-rusty South Africa in the final at Lord's.

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The South African's blistering 52 off 25 balls not only augurs well for him personally but for the franchise who are aiming to build a team from scratch for the next season.

Pioneer Hadjar flies two flags as an Arab in F1

Pioneer Hadjar flies two flags as an Arab in F1

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Born in Paris to Algerian scientist parents and competing with a French licence, the Racing Bulls driver stands out at the top level of the sport for his North African heritage as well as results.

Out on parole, Pistorius attends triathlon event!

Out on parole, Pistorius attends triathlon event!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Oscar Pistorius competes in triathlon 12 years after murdering girlfriend

Gillespie exposes PCB's broken promises

Gillespie exposes PCB's broken promises

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Former Pakistan red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie has claimed that he is still waiting on some remuneration from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Morkel urges Bumrah & Co to show 'character' in England

Morkel urges Bumrah & Co to show 'character' in England

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel outlined 'consistency' as a crucial aspect for the visitors to thrive in the upcoming five-Test series against England.

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Ex Aus pacer urges overseas players to skip remainder of IPL

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'If I had to make a call whether to head back to India and finish the tournament, it would be an easy decision. It's a no from me. Lives and safety are the most important thing, not pay cheques.'

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In a rare moment of candour, de Villiers admitted that Kohli had ignored him for months last year, after what he calls a "blunder" involving the Indian cricketer's private life.

Steve Smith shares 'love-hate' bond with Lord's after finger injury

Steve Smith shares 'love-hate' bond with Lord's after finger injury

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Australia's batting maestro Steve Smith provided an update on the injury he sustained on his finger during their World Test Championship final defeat against South Africa at Lord's.

'Every Indian Is A Potential Illegal Immigrant'

'Every Indian Is A Potential Illegal Immigrant'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'The long term strategy is that this government wants to create a second class citizen list.'

Windies coach meets match ref Srinath over umpiring row

Windies coach meets match ref Srinath over umpiring row

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Speaking on Chase's dismissal, which came just after lunch, breaking a 67-run partnership with Hope, Sammy said, 'In our opinion, we saw the ball deviated onto the pad.'

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

Rediff.com13 May 2025

All the 10 teams are involved in a lot of back and forth with their overseas recruits over their arrival plans in India a day after the IPL announced the revised schedule following necessary security clearances from the government.

Amitabh Kant resigns as G20 Sherpa, to begin new chapter

Amitabh Kant resigns as G20 Sherpa, to begin new chapter

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Kant, a retired 1980-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Kerala cadre, was appointed as India's G20 Sherpa in July 2022, months before India assumed the G20 Presidency.

Varun Chakaravarthy fined for code of conduct breach

Varun Chakaravarthy fined for code of conduct breach

Rediff.com8 May 2025

KKR spinner Chakravarthy, who bagged two wickets, gestured to CSK's Dewald Brewis to leave the field after dismissing him for 52 in the IPL match in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Massive purse prize for WTC winners

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The 2025 final will be played between Australia and South Africa at Lord's from June 11.

Conrad to coach SA across formats

Conrad to coach SA across formats

Rediff.com9 May 2025

South Africa will co-host the next 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2027 along with Zimbabwe and Namibia.

PIX: Jaiswal-Suryavanshi Blitz Lights Up Jaipur!

PIX: Jaiswal-Suryavanshi Blitz Lights Up Jaipur!

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Their scintillating performance powered Royals to 89/1 in six overs, their highest-ever Powerplay score.

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

US strikes on Iran's three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical chokepoints, through which a fifth of global oil and gas supply flows.

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has allowed pacer Mustafizur Rahman to play for IPL side Delhi Capitals for a limited duration of May 18 to 24.

South Africa''s white-ball coach resigns

South Africa''s white-ball coach resigns

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Walter, who took charge in March 2023, has played an instrumental role in South Africa's recent successes on the global stage.

'To get rid of chokers tag a big thing for South Africa': Markram

'To get rid of chokers tag a big thing for South Africa': Markram

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Aiden Markram hopes South Africa's ICC World Test Championship Final win over Australia has silenced any doubters and consigned their 'chokers' tag to history.

Would you buy Starlink plans at 3K-4.2K/month?

Would you buy Starlink plans at 3K-4.2K/month?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The company had announced similar pricing for Sri Lanka, where its application was in advanced stages of regulatory clearance.

'It stinks! Rabada's failed drug test not a personal issue'

'It stinks! Rabada's failed drug test not a personal issue'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Former Australia captain Tim Paine has slammed the lack of transparency surrounding Kagiso Rabada's failed drug test.