News for 'champions of the future academy'

Electrician's son Tilak hopes to justify 'crorepati' tag

Electrician's son Tilak hopes to justify 'crorepati' tag

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Tilak was picked up by Mumbai Indians on the second day of the IPL 2022 mega auction.

Don't miss! Serena Williams gives inspiring speech at Oscars

Don't miss! Serena Williams gives inspiring speech at Oscars

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The 23 time Grand Slam champion made not one but two appearances at the Oscars on Sunday night.

Mumbai's teenage racer selected for 'Girls on Track' project

Mumbai's teenage racer selected for 'Girls on Track' project

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

Aashi Hanspal has been selected along with 19 others in the age group of 12-16 out of 70 entries from five continents.

'Will see a lot of chinaman bowlers in the near future'

'Will see a lot of chinaman bowlers in the near future'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

The art of Chinaman bowling is becoming a rarity in the world of cricket, but ask Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Kuldeep Yadav and he would tell you that after seeing him perform, many would take u to this extremely tough art of bowling.

F1 Pitlane tales: Age is not an issue, says returning Alonso

F1 Pitlane tales: Age is not an issue, says returning Alonso

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

While 40-year-old racers were relatively common in the sport's early days, they are a rarity in modern Formula One with an increasing emphasis on youth.

When Queen Elizabeth Visited NDA

When Queen Elizabeth Visited NDA

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

'I have never seen such a large parade being commanded with such precision just by a vocal word of command.' 'I would like to import this technology to England.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd), then a final year cadet at the National Defence Academy remembers Queen Elizabeth II's visit to NDA in November 1983.

PV Sindhu weighs in on paucity of foreign coaches

PV Sindhu weighs in on paucity of foreign coaches

Rediff.com5 May 2020

PV Sindhu while addressing the newly-appointed Assistant Directors of the Sports Authority of India through an online session, stressed on the importance of parents, coaches, administrators working as a team to build up a champion.

Che Bella! Wimbledon champ GarbIne Muguruza scorches red carpet at the Oscars!

Che Bella! Wimbledon champ GarbIne Muguruza scorches red carpet at the Oscars!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

US Olympian skier Lindsay Vonn also walked the red carpet, but her choice of outfit was open to debate on social media.

Soccer: Real Madrid's Marcelo, midfielder Isco confirm exits

Soccer: Real Madrid's Marcelo, midfielder Isco confirm exits

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Constantine interviewed by Chennaiyin FC

Anju Bobby George is World Athletics' Woman of Year

Anju Bobby George is World Athletics' Woman of Year

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

World Athletics added that her efforts in advancing the sport in India as well as inspiring more women to follow in her footsteps make her "more than a worthy recipient" of this year's award.

'Chess helped me become what I am, time for me to give back'

'Chess helped me become what I am, time for me to give back'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

'Compared to three or four years back, I have cut down on my time as an active chess player. I have long aspired to come into the chess administration and this opportunity as the deputy president will be a huge learning curve for me'.

CWG: Boxers Nikhat, Nitu, Hussamuddin in semis; Lovlina out

CWG: Boxers Nikhat, Nitu, Hussamuddin in semis; Lovlina out

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Three Indian pugilists, including Nikhat Zareen, advanced to the semi-finals in their respective events after thrilling victories while Lovlina Borgohain bowed out in the quarter-finals in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Wednesday.

Nadal wins 14th French Open title, takes Grand Slam tally to 22

Nadal wins 14th French Open title, takes Grand Slam tally to 22

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal stretched his record of men's singles Grand Slam titles to 22

Why Laxman wants Ganguly to revive the NCA

Why Laxman wants Ganguly to revive the NCA

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Former India batsman VVS Laxman wants newly-elected BCCI president Sourav Ganguly to revive the National Cricket Academy, which, he says, is the key to nurturing future stars.

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The ICC flagship event will return to the country after more than a decade.

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

'The win will change a lot of things in Praggu... the confidence in his potential will be one of them. The win has ensured a lot of visibility which will give him a lot of opportunities.'

Shorts: Para-canoeist Prachi Yadav bags bronze at WC

Shorts: Para-canoeist Prachi Yadav bags bronze at WC

Rediff.com30 May 2022

In other India-related news, Manish Kaurav (KL3 men 200m) and Manjeet Singh (VL2 men 200m) made it to the finals of their respective events for the first time in the history of the tournament.

I'm a work in progress; IPL not my comeback: Hardik

I'm a work in progress; IPL not my comeback: Hardik

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Injury-prone India all-rounder Hardik Pandya says he is still a 'work in progress' as he gears up to lead Gujarat Titans in IPL 2022, starting on March 26.

'Door open for Guardiola return'

'Door open for Guardiola return'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Pep Guardiola would be welcomed back to Barcelona with open arms after club president Josep Maria Bartomeu said the door is always open for the La Liga side's former player and coach to return to the Nou Camp.

Nadal refuses to partner Leander Paes 'anytime soon'

Nadal refuses to partner Leander Paes 'anytime soon'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

World No 5 Rafael Nadal has ruled out joining forces with Indian tennis great Leander Paes 'anytime soon', insisting that he is focusing entirely on the singles event.

Post COVID-19 innovative tennis league is on the cards

Post COVID-19 innovative tennis league is on the cards

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

The Ultimate Tennis Showdown will be held at Patrick Mouratoglou's academy in Nice with 10 matches every weekend for a total of 50 matches and prize money on offer for each clash.

'EWS reservations destroys social fabric of equality'

'EWS reservations destroys social fabric of equality'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

'If we want a stable society, then all groups must feel that they have a seat at the table of power.'

Schumi Jr's dream comes true as he takes first step on F1 journey

Schumi Jr's dream comes true as he takes first step on F1 journey

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Mick Schumacher, who will face intense scrutiny as embarks on his Formula One career, said for now he was simply overwhelmed to be following in his father's footsteps and called his promotion a dream come true.

I will compete with myself at CWG: Mirabai Chanu

I will compete with myself at CWG: Mirabai Chanu

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Mirabai Chanu will enter Birmingham, as title favourite.

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Rafael Nadal Tennis Academy, which opened last autumn on the Spanish island of Mallorca, is charging kids 56,000 euros ($62,000) a year for tennis lessons and school.

In father's footsteps... Mick Schumacher follows Michael to Ferrari

In father's footsteps... Mick Schumacher follows Michael to Ferrari

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

Michael Schumacher's son Mick has followed in his father's footsteps by signing a contract with Ferrari to join the Formula One team's young driver academy. The 19-year-old German, whose father won five of his record seven championships with the Italian team, will be competing in Formula Two this year after winning the European F3 title in 2018.

Let Pakistan players play in Hockey India League, says Pillay

Let Pakistan players play in Hockey India League, says Pillay

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Former India captain Dhanraj Pillay on Monday batted for participation of Pakistan's players in the Hockey India League (HIL) tournament and urged Hockey India to take up the issue with politicians to ensure their presence in the future editions of the franchise-based league.

F1: Force India's Perez set to join Ferrari?

F1: Force India's Perez set to join Ferrari?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Force India's Sergio Perez refused to rule out a move to Ferrari on Thursday, even though he denied any contact with the Italian Formula One team and said the rumours about his future reflected his form.

Now, shooting ace Verma has cyber criminals in sights

Now, shooting ace Verma has cyber criminals in sights

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

The lawyer who picked up the pistol and won plenty of medals in shooting will go back to the court room, ill at ease with the utter lack of activity in the sporting arena due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And Abhishek Verma is fairly confident of striking a balance between shooting and legal practice.

IPL mega auction: Franchises cautious about U-19 players

IPL mega auction: Franchises cautious about U-19 players

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Unlike in previous years when the under-19 players were in focus and even got lucrative offers, this time the franchises were rather subdued when it came to locking in the junior stars as evidently, it takes time for them to be mature enough for top-flight cricket.

Sumit Nagal: Not a product of system but despite it

Sumit Nagal: Not a product of system but despite it

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

How the 22-year-old Indian reached the Show Court at US Open, finding himself against 20-time Grand Slam Champion Roger Federer after beginning the year outside 350.

How Narang plans to produce Olympic medallists for India

How Narang plans to produce Olympic medallists for India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Olympic bronze medallist Gagan Narang on what made him start the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation way back in 2011 when he himself in the midst of his own shooting career.

Padma Bhushan gong for Dhoni, Advani

Padma Bhushan gong for Dhoni, Advani

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Besides the duo, 2017 World Weightlifting Champion in the 48kg category, Saikhom Mirabai Chanu and former Asian Games gold medallist tennis player Somdev Devvarman were conferred with the Padma Shri award.

Soccer PICS: Leicester win Community Shield

Soccer PICS: Leicester win Community Shield

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

PSG make winning start as Messi arrival looms

WWE throws its weight behind India, its biggest global market

WWE throws its weight behind India, its biggest global market

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

The WWE says that India is its biggest market globally in terms of television viewership -- around 350 million unique viewers annually -- social media engagement and YouTube consumption, even claiming that it is the second-most watched sport in the country behind cricket.

Women footballers up for goals, but lack support off-field

Women footballers up for goals, but lack support off-field

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

The view is that the attention on the national team is fleeting, incidental and dependent on the results they produce.

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Football Focus: United's Lingard reflects on difficult season

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

I want to continue for another 3-4 years: Mary Kom

I want to continue for another 3-4 years: Mary Kom

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

MC Mary Kom pulled no punches as the celebrated Indian boxer announced her intention to stretch her career by another "three-four" years and while the 2018 Asian and Commonwealth Games remain her "main focus", Tokyo Olympics, she said, is also not out of the radar yet. The London Olympics medallist and five-time world champion recently decided to go back to the light flyweight (48kg division) amid speculation that it is among the two categories that the International Boxing Association (AIBA) is pushing for inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The 33-year, a mother of three, is back in the ring with renewed hopes.

Sports Shorts: Marquez scores 50th premier class win

Sports Shorts: Marquez scores 50th premier class win

Rediff.com4 Aug 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday.

Tribal President: 'Don't Expect Magic'

Tribal President: 'Don't Expect Magic'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'It will be wrong to raise the expectations of tribals because of a tribal President. 'Tribal issues have not been resolved for 150 years.'