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PIX: Cricket captain Kohli, lifter Chanu bask in Khel Ratna glory

PIX: Cricket captain Kohli, lifter Chanu bask in Khel Ratna glory

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Virat Kohli sent the shutterbugs into a clicking frenzy as he received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award

India to tour Sri Lanka in Jul-Aug amidst ICC ban drama

India to tour Sri Lanka in Jul-Aug amidst ICC ban drama

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

India to tour Sri Lanka in July-August, 2024 for six-match white-ball series

If India Wants To Win 50 Olympic Medals

If India Wants To Win 50 Olympic Medals

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

''What I would really like to see India as a country is to start looking at sport more holistically and not singularly from the prism of high performance.'

Tim David adds leg spin to arsenal for Australia in T20 WC

Tim David adds leg spin to arsenal for Australia in T20 WC

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Australia's Tim David working 'hard' on leg-spin, looking to find his 'own method'

'2021 one of the greatest years in Indian cricket'

'2021 one of the greatest years in Indian cricket'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

From a near impossible win at the Gabba with a second-string side to walloping a hapless South Africa in their own backyard, 2021 can easily go down in the annals as 'one of the greatest in Indian cricket', opener KL Rahul said.

Asia Cup final more than just cricket for Sri Lanka...

Asia Cup final more than just cricket for Sri Lanka...

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Coming off a socio-economic crisis and the worst turmoil in its country's history, the Sri Lankan cricket team would like to provide the island nation with an emotional catharsis by beating fancied Pakistan in the Asia Cup final in Dubai on Sunday.

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Jasprit Bumrah has been named as India's captain for the three-match T20I series against Ireland next month.

'If the Pak team can come to India, why can't we travel to Pakistan?'

'If the Pak team can come to India, why can't we travel to Pakistan?'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

HI Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh suggested that if the Pakistan hockey team can come to India, then the Men in Blue should also tour their neighbouring country.

Kohli returns as India target T20 series win vs Afghanistan

Kohli returns as India target T20 series win vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Will the young gun survive Virat Kohli's comeback?

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

This is purely cricketing invitation and shouldn't be mixed with politics: BCCI VP Shukla on Pakistan visit

Survey reveals widespread racism in English cricket

Survey reveals widespread racism in English cricket

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

England cricketers -- both men and women -- will undergo anti-racism training courses this year after a survey revealed that more than one-third of black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) players have faced the prejudice in the game.

Esports is now official in India

Esports is now official in India

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) too, is going big on popularising e-Sport with Singapore being confirmed to host the inaugural Olympic Esports Week in June next year.

Team India's Injury Update: 'Axar likely to miss 2 ODIs against Aus; Shreyas 99% fit'

Team India's Injury Update: 'Axar likely to miss 2 ODIs against Aus; Shreyas 99% fit'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

India captain Rohit Sharma on Friday said left-arm spinner Axar Patel is likely to miss the first two ODIs against Australia next week while middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer is "99 percent" match-fit.

Cricket On the Rise in US of A

Cricket On the Rise in US of A

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

'We are recreating the biggest sports rivalry in the world, which is Indians versus Pakistanis right here in the United States.'

Why Were Sanju, Riyan, Abhishek IGNORED?

Why Were Sanju, Riyan, Abhishek IGNORED?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Sanju Samson has never enjoyed the backing of the team management while Riyan Parag and Abhishek Sharma were ignored despite good showing with the bat in the Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the national T20 tournament.

Will India Include Ashwin For First ODI?

Will India Include Ashwin For First ODI?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the first ODI against Australia on Friday?

Paralympics: Nitish-Thulasimathi duo makes winning start

Paralympics: Nitish-Thulasimathi duo makes winning start

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan had little difficulty overcoming country-mates Suhas Yathiraj and Palak Kohli in the opening group stage match of badminton mixed doubles

Ashwin picked for Australia ODIs; Rohit, Kohli rested

Ashwin picked for Australia ODIs; Rohit, Kohli rested

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin's World Cup hopes got a big boost after he was picked in the Indian squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia.

'300-run mark will be crossed in the IPL very soon'

'300-run mark will be crossed in the IPL very soon'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Dinesh Karthik said the 300-frontier will be breached in the IPL sooner rather than later.

My mother borrowed money to keep me going: Rinku

My mother borrowed money to keep me going: Rinku

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Rinku Singh says a burning desire to give his parents a good life while wading through tough times paved the way for his inclusion into the Indian team.

Kishan, Iyer eye redemption as Ranji Trophy kicks off

Kishan, Iyer eye redemption as Ranji Trophy kicks off

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer would be aiming to revive his start-stop international career, while Ishan Kishan would aim to clear the popular perception about his allegedly 'misplaced priorities'.

Squash sensation Dipika Pallikal marries cricketer Dinesh Karthik

Squash sensation Dipika Pallikal marries cricketer Dinesh Karthik

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

India's top-ranked squash player Dipika Pallikal married her fianc and lond-time beau, cricketer Dinesh Karthik in a traditional Christian ceremony on Wednesday.

Asiad: B'desh pip Afghanistan for cricket gold

Asiad: B'desh pip Afghanistan for cricket gold

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Bangladesh dashed Afghanistan's hopes of a fairytale finish in the men's cricket final at the Asian Games on Friday to win their first gold at the multi-sport event.

Shubman Gill will have a terrific World Cup: Nayar

Shubman Gill will have a terrific World Cup: Nayar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Abhishek Nayar has seen both Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh from close quarters as the assistant coach at the Kolkata Knight Riders, and has little doubt that the duo will be at the forefront of the team's journey through the transition.

'You've held the flag high, Sunil Chhetri!'

'You've held the flag high, Sunil Chhetri!'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The Asian Football Confederation tweeted, "94 International Goals. Carried the hopes of a nation! Thank You Asian Football Icon, Sunil Chhetri."

Defending Olympic gold in Paris will be tough: Neeraj

Defending Olympic gold in Paris will be tough: Neeraj

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Neeraj Chopra has displayed sizzling form in season 2023, winning almost everything on offer. However, the star athlete has no qualms admitting that defending his gold medal at the Paris Olympics will be a huge challenge since maintaining top form on a consistent basis is not easy.

CWG: Para discus thrower Pillai tests positive for COVID-19

CWG: Para discus thrower Pillai tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Para discus thrower Aneesh Kumar Pillai on Wednesday tested positive for COVID-19, forcing him to miss his competition in the Birmingham Games.

Deepti Sharma surges to joint 2nd in ICC T20I Rankings

Deepti Sharma surges to joint 2nd in ICC T20I Rankings

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Deepti Sharma rose one place to joint second while team-mate Renuka Singh also moved up a spot to 10th in the latest ICC women's T20I bowling rankings

Why current cricketers should be thankful to Tendulkar, Dravid and Kumble

Why current cricketers should be thankful to Tendulkar, Dravid and Kumble

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Referring to the trio's fight for share in BCCI revenue for players back in 2001-02, sehwag said it went a long way in guaranteeing financial security that is enjoyed by the current crop of players.

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Sports Ministry confirms Satwik, Chirag for Khel Ratna, Shami and 25 others for Arjuna award

No surprises as India pick experienced squad for women's T20 WC

No surprises as India pick experienced squad for women's T20 WC

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Harmanpreet, Mandhana, Jemimah hold key to India's T20 World Cup campaign

SMAT: Railways' Ashutosh breaks Yuvraj's record

SMAT: Railways' Ashutosh breaks Yuvraj's record

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Ashutosh Sharma broke Yuvraj Singh's record by scoring the fastest T20 half-century off 11 balls in Railways' 127-run victory against Arunachal Pradesh.

Will BCCI give nod for 2024 Olympic Games?

Will BCCI give nod for 2024 Olympic Games?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's stand with regards to participation in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, audit firm Deloitte's presentation on financial irregularities and revision of pay structure in domestic cricket are on the Committee of Administrator's agenda when they meet BCCI's top office-bearers, in New Delhi, on Wednesday.

SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Mark Boucher admitted the SA20 could be organised in the cricket-crazy Asian nation in the near future.

T20 World Cup: India aim to continue winning run vs Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: India aim to continue winning run vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India will be aiming for another comprehensive performance against Bangladesh before the all-important game against Australia on June 24.

Former cricket captain Kapil wins golf tournament

Former cricket captain Kapil wins golf tournament

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev won in the 60-64 individual age category in the Pune leg of AVT Champions tour.

PIX: Sri Lankan cricketers resume training after lockdown

PIX: Sri Lankan cricketers resume training after lockdown

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Sri Lankan cricketers resumed training as they begun their 12-day Residential Training Camp in Colombo on Monday, returning to action after a gap of nearly two and half months following the coronavirus pandemic. After England and West Indies, Sri Lanka became the third cricket playing nation and the first Asian country to resume players training after coronavirus enforced break.

If like me, this generation had hunger we will have more medals: Mary Kom

If like me, this generation had hunger we will have more medals: Mary Kom

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Six-time world champion boxer MC Mary Kom feels the new generation of athletes is not hungry enough like her to achieve success and gets satisfied with just one big achievement.

Varun Kumar's allegation a distraction, plans in place

Varun Kumar's allegation a distraction, plans in place

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

It's a distraction, it's challenging: Coach Fulton on rape allegations against defender Varun Kumar

Rahane hammers fifty as Mumbai down Haryana

Rahane hammers fifty as Mumbai down Haryana

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Seasoned India batter Ajinkya Rahane led by example with a 32-ball fifty as defending champions Mumbai got off to a winning start, beating Haryana by eight wickets in the Syed Mushtaq Ali domestic T20 in Jaipur on Monday.