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5 Wins: How GT Took Over IPL 2026

5 Wins: How GT Took Over IPL 2026

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Gujarat Titans have defied expectations to lead the IPL 2026 points table, showcasing a remarkable turnaround powered by a strong bowling unit, the inclusion of Jason Holder and Shubman Gill's effective leadership.

Radhika Merchant, Kriti Sanon Are Throwing Shade With...

Radhika Merchant, Kriti Sanon Are Throwing Shade With...

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The sun's out and so is your excuse to wear the accessory of the season -- hats. Not just for shade anymore, hats have officially entered their fashion era, turning even the simplest outfits into full looks.

KKR trolled for Manish Pandey comeback in 2026

KKR trolled for Manish Pandey comeback in 2026

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Manish Pandey's return to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has ignited a debate among fans, with many questioning the team's selection strategy and whether it prioritises experience over nurturing young talent in IPL 2026.

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Akeal Hosein explains how adapting to pitch conditions helped him claim four wickets as Chennai Super Kings beat Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in IPL 2026.

'No problem': Narine on delivering in KKR's decisive Super Over

'No problem': Narine on delivering in KKR's decisive Super Over

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Sunil Narine reflects on his match-winning Super Over for Kolkata Knight Riders, saying "you have no choice" in clutch moments as KKR beat Lucknow Super Giants.

Saif Ali Khan: 'Life Has Been Very, Very Good To Me'

Saif Ali Khan: 'Life Has Been Very, Very Good To Me'

Rediff.com12 May 2026

'What I want right now in life is more of the same. I just want to do good work and balance it very well with living my life with my family and friends and travel.'

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Rediff.com6 May 2026

An FIR has been registered against unknown individuals for allegedly sending fraudulent messages in the name of e-commerce platform Udaan, promising cash rewards and disrupting its operations.

The Best IIT To Study Engineering Is...

The Best IIT To Study Engineering Is...

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, suggests how to pick the best engineering college and course in India after class 12.

Lenovo's OLED Laptop With 16 GB RAM And Long Battery Life

Lenovo's OLED Laptop With 16 GB RAM And Long Battery Life

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Lenovo Yoga 7a 2-in-1 is available alongside the newly-introduced Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 and IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 range. The refreshed Yoga portfolio includes the Yoga 7a 2-in-1, Yoga Slim 7x, Yoga 7i 2-in-1 Aura Edition, and Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition variants.

IPL 2026: Bowlers need a defensive mindset in T20 cricket, says Bhuvneshwar Kumar

IPL 2026: Bowlers need a defensive mindset in T20 cricket, says Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar believes that with modern T20 batters constantly attacking, bowlers must adopt a defensive, tactical mindset even when the ball swings in the powerplay.

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'I was so busy doing Tamil and Telugu films that I didn't get time to consider Hindi films.'

Kiaan Shah Shines With Second Place In RMC Asia Trophy

Kiaan Shah Shines With Second Place In RMC Asia Trophy

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Mumbai's Kiaan Shah, representing Rayo Racing, achieved his best international karting result with a second-place finish in round 2 of the RMC Asia Trophy in Pattaya, Thailand.

IPL 2026: Did MI's DRS error seal their fate vs SRH early

IPL 2026: Did MI's DRS error seal their fate vs SRH early

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A missed DRS call proved costly for Mumbai Indians as Travis Head capitalised to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad to a comfortable victory in their IPL 2026 clash.

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer defended the decision to send Nicholas Pooran to face Sunil Narine in the Super Over, citing Pooran's experience against Narine despite his recent form. Langer also praised Mohsin Khan's performance and potential for the Indian team.

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Shubman Gill's remarkable 84, achieved despite an ankle injury, propelled Gujarat Titans to a dominant victory over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, complemented by Rashid Khan's stellar bowling.

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Kyle Jamieson admits feeling pressure facing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as Delhi Capitals chase a record 226 to beat Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: LSG's batting inconsistency led to early exit, admits Tom Moody

IPL 2026: LSG's batting inconsistency led to early exit, admits Tom Moody

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' global director of cricket, Tom Moody, attributes the team's IPL exit to inconsistent batting performances, particularly in the middle order. Jamie Overton of CSK credits his success to simple execution and praises the team environment.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Impresses, Shiv Kapur Hits Hole-In-One At Singapore Open

Gaganjeet Bhullar Impresses, Shiv Kapur Hits Hole-In-One At Singapore Open

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar's solid round and Shiv Kapur's hole-in-one highlighted the first day for the Indian players at the Singapore Open, where Thailand's Ekpharit Wu and Japan's Jeongwoo Ham lead.

IPL 2026: Happy with securing two points, says Gill after GT clinch nail-biter vs Punjab

IPL 2026: Happy with securing two points, says Gill after GT clinch nail-biter vs Punjab

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Gujarat Titans defeated Punjab Kings in a close IPL match in Ahmedabad. Shubman Gill expressed satisfaction with the win, while Shreyas Iyer lamented his team's execution despite a fighting total.

India's Thomas Cup title defence ends in semi-final defeat to France

India's Thomas Cup title defence ends in semi-final defeat to France

Rediff.com3 May 2026

India's Thomas Cup title defence ended in the semifinals with a 3-0 loss to France, resulting in a bronze medal. The absence of Lakshya Sen impacted India's performance as H.S. Prannoy, Ayush Shetty, and Kidambi Srikanth all suffered defeats.

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Gujarat Titans Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki praises Jason Holder's all-round performance and experience after his Player of the Match display against RCB.

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Jason Holder believes Gujarat Titans are yet to play their best cricket but have still managed to find a way to win matches and remain in IPL play-off contention. Holder, who produced a match-winning four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings, is happy that every win has been based on collective effort rather than individual brilliance.

Review: Citadel 2 Has Worn Out Its Welcome

Review: Citadel 2 Has Worn Out Its Welcome

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The second season of the Russo Brothers' espionage series Citadel, falls short of its global ambitions due to muddled writing and a lack of compelling narrative depth, complains Sukanya Verma.

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Why Dhoni Will Miss CSK's Clash Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has provided an update on M.S. Dhoni's injury status, confirming he will miss the game against Delhi Capitals but is steadily improving.

India women target another World Cup title

India women target another World Cup title

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues discusses the team's motivation and preparation for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup, highlighting the importance of consistent training and the emergence of key players like Nandani. The team aims to build on their previous success and overcome challenges, including the absence of injured player Amanjot.

MI coach backs SKY: If Surya gets a few scores together...

MI coach backs SKY: If Surya gets a few scores together...

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has expressed his support for Suryakumar Yadav, acknowledging his current struggles but remaining confident in his ability to regain form. Jayawardene also highlighted Jasprit Bumrah's need for support from other bowlers.

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar voices concerns about the uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf-backed funding and its potential impact on the Asian Tour and Indian golf.

Deepti Sharma's lean patch a concern for India, admits coach Muzumdar

Deepti Sharma's lean patch a concern for India, admits coach Muzumdar

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian women's team head coach Amol Muzumdar has expressed concern over Deepti Sharma's recent form, acknowledging her lean patch but backing her to make a comeback.

Stray dog goes on biting spree at UP wedding venue, 60 injured

Stray dog goes on biting spree at UP wedding venue, 60 injured

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

More than 60 people, including wedding guests and family members, were injured after a stray dog went on a biting spree during a bride's farewell ceremony at a banquet hall in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, leading to panic and a stampede-like situation.

Indian Rider Johann Emmanuel Clinches Qatar Superstock Title

Indian Rider Johann Emmanuel Clinches Qatar Superstock Title

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Johann Emmanuel, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has become the first Indian to win the Qatar Superstock 600 Championship (QSTK) after winning both races in the final round.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

EPL: Liverpool's Salah ruled out of Man Utd showdown

EPL: Liverpool's Salah ruled out of Man Utd showdown

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will miss the crunch clash against Manchester United due to injury, but manager Arne Slot confirms his return before season end.

Physical Activity May Help Clear Brain Waste: Study

Physical Activity May Help Clear Brain Waste: Study

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A new study suggests that physical activity can trigger the movement of cerebrospinal fluid, aiding in the removal of waste from the brain and potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.

Madrid Open: World No. 1 Sinner packs off Norrie to reach quarterfinals

Madrid Open: World No. 1 Sinner packs off Norrie to reach quarterfinals

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner brushed aside Britain's Cameron Norrie 6-2 7-5 on Tuesday to book a place in the Madrid Open quarterfinals, stretching his ATP Masters 1000 winning streak to 25 matches as the players avoided the worst of the heat.

How to handle pressure in the IPL: Tim David has the answers

How to handle pressure in the IPL: Tim David has the answers

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Tim David discusses the challenges of being a finisher in T20 cricket and how he manages pressure in the IPL. He credits the top-order batsmen for making his job easier and emphasises the importance of practice and adapting to different bowling styles, particularly spin.

What Dilip Shanghvi said on Sun Pharma's Organon Buy

What Dilip Shanghvi said on Sun Pharma's Organon Buy

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries' Executive Chairman Dilip Shanghvi described the USD 11.75 billion acquisition of US-based Organon & Co as both a "happy" and "bit anxious" moment, acknowledging the significant debt required to fund the large transaction.

'Ready to Take the Risk': Inside Congress's Vijay Bet

'Ready to Take the Risk': Inside Congress's Vijay Bet

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Whether Vijay has the political spine to stitch together a stable government from this patchwork of conditions, demands, and midnight drama is the question Tamil Nadu is living through right now.

Tennis Stars Mull Boycott Over Grand Slam Prize Money

Tennis Stars Mull Boycott Over Grand Slam Prize Money

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Top tennis players, including Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, are considering a boycott of Grand Slam tournaments if they don't receive a larger share of the revenue. They are also seeking better representation, health options, and pensions.

Recipe: Sakshi's Grated Karela With Coconut

Recipe: Sakshi's Grated Karela With Coconut

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Try making bitter gourd a different way -- grated, with onions and coconut adding extra body to the preparation.