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IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Century Fires CSK To First Win Of IPL 2026

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Century Fires CSK To First Win Of IPL 2026

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson rediscovered his batting range with a fabulous hundred and bowlers' fangs regrew as Chennai Super Kings outclassed Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to register their first win of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Ponting Lauds Punjab Kings' Strategy of Prioritising Indian Talent

IPL 2026: Ponting Lauds Punjab Kings' Strategy of Prioritising Indian Talent

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings' head coach Ricky Ponting praises the team's strategy of building around talented Indian players like Shreyas Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Arshdeep Singh, highlighting their crucial roles in the team's success in the IPL.

Janko Tipsarevic confirms participation in 2015 Chennai Open

Janko Tipsarevic confirms participation in 2015 Chennai Open

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Former champion Janko Tipsarevic has confirmed his participation for the USD 450,000 Aircel Chennai Open to be held here from January 5 to 11.

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi be fast-tracked into India's T20 team?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Former India players Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla suggest Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be considered for India's T20 squad after impressive performances.

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.

'Makes centuries easy': Pujara in awe of Abhishek

'Makes centuries easy': Pujara in awe of Abhishek

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has praised Abhishek Sharma's talent after his explosive innings in an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.

Agut subdues Medvedev to lift Chennai Open title

Agut subdues Medvedev to lift Chennai Open title

Rediff.com8 Jan 2017

The World number 14 subdued the young Russian 6-3, 6-4 to capture his fifth ATP singles title.

Finn Allen Calls for Patience as KKR Aim to Turn IPL Fortunes Around

Finn Allen Calls for Patience as KKR Aim to Turn IPL Fortunes Around

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders opener Finn Allen has urged his teammates to remain patient and give themselves time to settle, following a disappointing start to the IPL season. He also provided an update on Varun Chakravarthy's fitness.

IPL 2026 RR vs CSK Preview: Samson turns rival as CSK clash with Royals

IPL 2026 RR vs CSK Preview: Samson turns rival as CSK clash with Royals

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson, now playing for Chennai Super Kings, is set to face his former team, Rajasthan Royals, in a highly anticipated IPL match in Guwahati, marking a significant shift in his career and a new chapter for both franchises.

Chennai Open: Tough draw for Somdev

Chennai Open: Tough draw for Somdev

Rediff.com1 Jan 2011

Somdev Devvarman was handed an easy opener but a tough second round match at the Chennai Open.

IPL 2026 Week 5: Bowlers Roar, Chases Thrill

IPL 2026 Week 5: Bowlers Roar, Chases Thrill

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A recap of the action of the fifth week of IPL 2026.

Billie Jean King Cup: Confident India Bank On Home Advantage Against Thailand

Billie Jean King Cup: Confident India Bank On Home Advantage Against Thailand

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

India is set to compete in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group I ties, aiming for promotion to the 2026 play-offs. Despite a setback with Shrivalli Bhamidipaty's withdrawal, the team hopes to capitalise on home advantage.

CSK Inducts Suresh Raina And Matthew Hayden Into First-Ever Hall Of Fame

CSK Inducts Suresh Raina And Matthew Hayden Into First-Ever Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Chennai Super Kings have inducted Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into their Hall of Fame, celebrating their contributions to the franchise's success.

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.

'MI have certainly missed Rohit Sharma'

'MI have certainly missed Rohit Sharma'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians' struggle to find strong starts has been a telling factor for them this season, reckons Aakash Chopra.

IPL 2026: Record-breaking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lights up Jaipur

IPL 2026: Record-breaking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lights up Jaipur

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Sooryavanshi fastest to reach 1,000 T20 run mark in terms of balls; rewrites records with 2nd IPL ton in the IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday.

Dhoni to miss first two weeks of IPL due to calf strain

Dhoni to miss first two weeks of IPL due to calf strain

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni is set to miss the first two weeks of the IPL due to a calf injury, raising concerns for the team's campaign.

Do-or-die for Mumbai Indians as SRH arrive with momentum

Do-or-die for Mumbai Indians as SRH arrive with momentum

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians face a must-win clash against in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede as Hardik Pandya's struggling side look to revive their IPL 2026 campaign.

Chennai Open: Defending champion Janko Tipsarevic withdraws

Chennai Open: Defending champion Janko Tipsarevic withdraws

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

The upcoming Chennai Open has been robbed off some of its sheen with defending champion Janko Tipsarevic on Wednesday withdrawing from the country's premier tennis event owing to a foot injury.

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026, MI vs SRH: Rickelton's record ton in vain as Sunrisers out-bat Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ryan Rickelton's whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasen's unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday. Chasing a 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH.

IPL 2026: 'Coaches told me to stick to my natural game': Sooryavanshi

IPL 2026: 'Coaches told me to stick to my natural game': Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi attributes his explosive IPL debut to the support from senior players and coaches, allowing him to play his natural, attacking game.

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the Rajasthan Royals' young talent, celebrated his 15th birthday by smashing the second-fastest fifty in the team's IPL history, leading them to a dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings.

Somdev gets walkover, in final of Chennai Open

Somdev gets walkover, in final of Chennai Open

Rediff.com10 Jan 2009

Somdev Devvarman became the first Indian player to make it to the final of Chennai Open when his fifth seeded German opponent Rainer Scheuttler withdrew from the semi-final encounter due to a wrist injury on Saturday.

Chennai Open: Davydenko starts as favourite

Chennai Open: Davydenko starts as favourite

Rediff.com4 Jan 2009

Russian top seed Nikolay Davydenko will start favourite in the singles while Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi will shoulder local hopes in doubles as the US $450,000 Chennai Open, featuring one of the strongest singles field this year, kicks off in Chennai on Monday. The crowd will see a range of international stars including seven top-50 players competing for the top honour with Swiss Olympic champion Stanislas Wawrinka also throwing his hat in the ring.

Chennai Open: Yuki Bhambri qualifies for singles draw

Chennai Open: Yuki Bhambri qualifies for singles draw

Rediff.com1 Jan 2017

Yuki Bhambri, making a comeback from an elbow injury, on Sunday qualified for the singles main draw of the Chennai Open.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals revive playoff hopes with thrilling win over Punjab Kings

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals revive playoff hopes with thrilling win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Half-centuries from skipper Axar Patel and David Miller powered Delhi Capitals to a thrilling three-wicket win over Punjab Kings and kept their slim playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League on Monday.

How going back to basics revived Sanju Samson's IPL form

How going back to basics revived Sanju Samson's IPL form

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson's unbeaten century helped Chennai Super Kings secure a 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the IPL, marking their first win of the season after a series of losses.

Bopanna advances in Chennai Open qualifiers

Bopanna advances in Chennai Open qualifiers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2009

Davis Cupper Rohan Bopanna made it to the second round of the qualifying event of the USD 450,000 Chennai Open after a 6-7, 7-6, 7-6 victory over Michel Koning of the Netherlands in Chennai on Saturday.

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

When Will India Produce A Trillion-Dollar Company?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's first trillion-dollar company will be built on technology it owns, not just operates, predicts Ajay Kumar.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson fails again for CSK!

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson fails again for CSK!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Playing his first game in front of his home fans at the M A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Samson again disappointed with the bat as he was dismissed after scoring just seven.

CM Vijay promises to be the only power centre in Tamil Nadu

CM Vijay promises to be the only power centre in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com10 May 2026

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, marking the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the state in 60 years. The ceremony was attended by Rahul Gandhi, and Vijay promised transparent governance and asserted his sole authority. He signed files to implement key promises, including free power for domestic consumers.

Actor Vijay faces scrutiny over discrepancies in affidavits

Actor Vijay faces scrutiny over discrepancies in affidavits

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Discrepancies in actor Vijay's election affidavits regarding pending criminal cases and bank accounts have surfaced, potentially leading to legal and political challenges.

IPL 2026 MI vs LSG: Rohit, Rickelton fifties help Mumbai Indians return to winning ways

IPL 2026 MI vs LSG: Rohit, Rickelton fifties help Mumbai Indians return to winning ways

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mumbai Indians rode on sublime half-centuries from openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton to outclass Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets in a high-scoring Indian Premier League clash in Mumbai on Monday.

Indians lose in Chennai Open qualifiers

Indians lose in Chennai Open qualifiers

Rediff.com30 Dec 2007

All the remaining four players lost their second round matches in the qualifying event of the Chennai Open.

Wawrinka tames Bedene to retain Chennai Open title

Wawrinka tames Bedene to retain Chennai Open title

Rediff.com11 Jan 2015

Top seed Stanislas Wawrinka dismantled the challenge of a rampaging Aljaz Bedene with ease as the Swiss World No. 4 retained the Chennai Open title with a straight sets win in the summit clash.

Bopanna to partner Ram at Chennai Open

Bopanna to partner Ram at Chennai Open

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

Ace India doubles player Rohan Bopanna will partner US-based Rajeev Ram at the Chennai Open tennis tournament to be held in Chennai from December 31 to January 6.

Chennai Open: Keen contest on cards

Chennai Open: Keen contest on cards

Rediff.com1 Jan 2012

Holder and World number 17 Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland faces a daunting task to retain his title as the 17th edition of ATP Chennai Open unfolds, on Monday, promising a keen tussle among top players.

'Host Vaishali-Ju World Title Match In India'

'Host Vaishali-Ju World Title Match In India'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

With D Gukesh and R Vaishali set to play world title matches, experts urge India to bid for hosting rights, calling it a major boost for the sport.

TN governor says Vijay lacks majority; eyes on DMK allies' next move

TN governor says Vijay lacks majority; eyes on DMK allies' next move

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar informed TVK chief Vijay that his party lacks the necessary support to form the government. TVK is intensifying efforts to gain support from Left parties, VCK, and IUML. The Governor's decision has sparked protests and political debate in the state.