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Calculated call in RCB's win over SRH

Calculated call in RCB's win over SRH

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

RCB next takes on Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Sunday before returning home against the same side on May 4.

'We did not keep the ball well enough'

'We did not keep the ball well enough'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

England manager Gareth Southgate pointed at fatigue and injuries as a reason England were unable to match Spain's control of much of the match or build on the momentum of Cole Palmer's 73rd minute equaliser after Nico Williams had put Spain ahead two minutes into the second half.

KKR players doff hat to Gambhir, Nayar after title triumph

KKR players doff hat to Gambhir, Nayar after title triumph

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The likes of Andre Russell and Harshit Rana found it tough to describe the feeling of being IPL champions, even as they praised Nayar.

Shaun Marsh calls it quits

Shaun Marsh calls it quits

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Australia batter Shaun Marsh announced his retirement from professional cricket.

Watch Baahubali, Now In Animation

Watch Baahubali, Now In Animation

Rediff.com8 May 2024

'It is surprising that the animation world in India doesn't go beyond children cartoons. We had the right kind of people and we felt like taking it forward.'

Dhoni Smokes Hookah, Video Goes Viral

Dhoni Smokes Hookah, Video Goes Viral

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The CSK captain 'likes smoking a bit of the sheesha or the hookah. So, he quite often would set that up in his room, and it was very much open door policy. You would go in and quite often find a lot of younger players there.'

Why Rajasthan Royals are having a dream run...

Why Rajasthan Royals are having a dream run...

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson feels mistakes are part and parcel of T20 cricket and his team will have to stick to their process despite enjoying a dream run in the ongoing Indian Premier League.

Was Umran Malik Benched By SRH?

Was Umran Malik Benched By SRH?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

''I truly did not understand what 'behind the scene' meant. It could be that he (Umran) had a fight with the management or maybe there was an argument...'

Not an ideal situation; Test's future in administrators' hands, lashes out Elgar

Not an ideal situation; Test's future in administrators' hands, lashes out Elgar

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

With nothing to lose on the eve of his final international outing, Dean Elgar didn't hold back while expressing his disgust about Cricket South Africa sending a third-string squad to New Zealand under an uncapped captain just because the series is coinciding with the cash-rich SA20.

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Who else do we know who meditated so with such impeccable timing (much of the Lok Sabha elections over and with only the last phase to go) and hordes for unsolicited defence of the grand meditation at public expense? asks Shyam G Menon.

The unseen struggles of Kohli on his road to 500 games

The unseen struggles of Kohli on his road to 500 games

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Kohli will join Sachin Tendulkar, Dravid himself and MS Dhoni as the fourth Indian to play 500 international matches

'World Cup Loss Still Stings Deeply'

'World Cup Loss Still Stings Deeply'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Mohammed Siraj and KL Rahul react after World Cup heartbreak

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

'Family comes first': Steyn defends Kohli's decision

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Steyn expressed his full support for Kohli's decision, emphasising the importance of family.

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

The incident remains a reminder of the inherent fragilities of all geopolitical relationships.

Modi Is Going Nowhere!

Modi Is Going Nowhere!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

He will be around for another crack at the elections, and a clear majority, predicts Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Kharge's son-in-law to contest LS poll from K'taka?

Kharge's son-in-law to contest LS poll from K'taka?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Doddamani has maintained a low profile; he has always worked actively behind the scenes in managing and strategising for Kharge's successive electoral campaign.

Secret weapon behind India's nine clean sheets in 2023

Secret weapon behind India's nine clean sheets in 2023

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

While the players did the job on the field, the man quietly working behind the scenes was former India centre-back Mahesh Gawali.

'Would like youngsters to step up and replicate even half of Kohli's intensity'

'Would like youngsters to step up and replicate even half of Kohli's intensity'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Star India batter Virat Kohli was given the 'Fielder of the Series' award following India's win over Afghanistan in the third T20I held at Bengaluru on Thursday.

'I'm handsome, I seduce my players and we do it'

'I'm handsome, I seduce my players and we do it'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Manchester City will return to action in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday against RB Leipzig at the Etihad Stadium.

Stokes has changed cricket in a lot of respects: Pope

Stokes has changed cricket in a lot of respects: Pope

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

England captain Ben Stokes has changed the game of cricket in a "lot of respects", says batter Ollie Pope, as the maverick all-rounder gears up for his 100th Test appearance in a couple of days' time.

'Jaiswal a superstar in the making'

'Jaiswal a superstar in the making'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Ben Duckett said England deserves credit for inspiring players in the opposition camp to bat aggressively in Test cricket.

Upasana-Ram Charan Name Their Baby...

Upasana-Ram Charan Name Their Baby...

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela shared pictures of the naming ceremony of their baby girl on Instagram.

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

From a conqueror's epic journey to a school kid's nocturnal adventures, fasten your seatbelts as OTT takes you to multiple destinations this week.

From Modi to Owaisi: Meet the 10 key figures shaping electoral discourse

From Modi to Owaisi: Meet the 10 key figures shaping electoral discourse

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Seeking a third straight term, Modi is not just looking to stamp his electoral dominance on India but also chasing history with another consecutive victory equalling first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's record.

Windies secure historic win over England

Windies secure historic win over England

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Keacy Carty hit a half-century and Matthew Forde took three wickets as West Indies claimed a four-wicket win in the rain-affected third one-day international on Saturday to clinch their first home ODI series victory over England since 1998.

A day after World No 1, Bopanna eyes Aus Open Title

A day after World No 1, Bopanna eyes Aus Open Title

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Rohan Bopanna, the seasoned Indian tennis maestro, etched his name in history by securing a spot in his inaugural Australian Open men's doubles final.

Amitabh, Through His Daughter's Eyes

Amitabh, Through His Daughter's Eyes

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

As we celebrate Amitabh Bachchan's 81st birthday on October 11, we see him through his daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda's eyes.

The Twists And Turns Of Hardik's MI Move

The Twists And Turns Of Hardik's MI Move

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Trading Cameron Green to RCB enabled MI to sign Hardik.

When Raj Kapoor Made Zeenat Aman Cry

When Raj Kapoor Made Zeenat Aman Cry

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

'Rajji laughed. "What will I do with you convent girls and your two left feet?" he exclaimed.'

Diamonds Are Deepika's Best Friends

Diamonds Are Deepika's Best Friends

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Disha attends a fashion show... Huma takes a selfie... Prajakta goes to San Francisco...

'Raj Thackeray Should Have Opposed Modi-Shah'

'Raj Thackeray Should Have Opposed Modi-Shah'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

'Maharashtra's asmita was crushed under Delhi's feet.' 'Marathi Manoos is definitely angry.'

Dilip Kumar, At His Most Spellbinding!

Dilip Kumar, At His Most Spellbinding!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Saira Banu takes us behind the scenes of her 1974 film Sagina, in which she starred opposite her husband, Dilip Kumar.

Fit-again Shreyas Iyer 'super grateful' to NCA physios

Fit-again Shreyas Iyer 'super grateful' to NCA physios

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

"Been a long journey but I'm super grateful to the people who stood by my side to help me to get where I am today. Thank you Nitin bhai, Rajini sir and everyone at the NCA, who've been tirelessly helping me. Much love and much appreciated," Shreyas said on Twitter.

Can Sharmila Help Congress Win AP?

Can Sharmila Help Congress Win AP?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

If she cannot recast the party, bring together the factions opposed to her, and present herself as her brother's true challenger, there will be little left for her in politics, notes Aditi Phadnis.

'Ameen Sayani was the Shahenshah of Melody'

'Ameen Sayani was the Shahenshah of Melody'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

For four decades, his voice united millions of Indians for an hour every Wednesday as he brought Hindi cinema's greatest songs in an unparalleled radio broadcast.

'No wonder I've got no hair'

'No wonder I've got no hair'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Australian Off-Spinner Nathan Lyon is only the 6th player and the first bowler to play 100 consecutive Tests.

High Jump to Decathlon Silver: Tejaswin Shankar's Rise

High Jump to Decathlon Silver: Tejaswin Shankar's Rise

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Shankar achieved a national record-breaking overall score of 7666 points to clinch the silver.

'All that matters to Nitish is his self interest'

'All that matters to Nitish is his self interest'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

'When he was sidelined in the INDIA bloc, it was was the turning point because it badly hurt Nitish's ambition.' 'After that, he decided to damage INDIA by changing sides.'

SCOOP! Karishma Wins Big In Busan

SCOOP! Karishma Wins Big In Busan

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Hansal Mehta's Scoop won in two categories at the 2023 Busan Film Festival's Asia Contents Awards and Global OTT Awards.

Dada: 'Kohli will find form in Asia Cup'

Dada: 'Kohli will find form in Asia Cup'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

'He is a big player and has scored plenty of runs. I am hopeful that he will make a comeback.'