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'Only MS will know': CSK coach on Dhoni's comeback plans

'Only MS will know': CSK coach on Dhoni's comeback plans

Rediff.com2 days ago

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons said Mahendra Singh Dhoni alone will decide on his comeback, stressing that the veteran wicketkeeper-batter would only return if he feels fully fit and ready to contribute to the team.

IPL 2026: Gill leads by example with fielding masterclass

IPL 2026: Gill leads by example with fielding masterclass

Rediff.com2 days ago

Run-out, screamer, statement: Gill inspires Gujarat Titans' all-round domination in 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings

EC orders probe into foreigners voting in Tamil Nadu

EC orders probe into foreigners voting in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Election Commission has ordered an investigation into allegations that foreign nationals fraudulently voted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. The probe was initiated after police arrested ten foreign nationals with indelible ink on their fingers at Chennai and Madurai airports.

'MS Has Had A Big Influence': Fleming On Dhoni's Role At CSK In IPL 2026

'MS Has Had A Big Influence': Fleming On Dhoni's Role At CSK In IPL 2026

Rediff.com5 days ago

Stephen Fleming says MS Dhoni continues to influence Chennai Super Kings despite missing IPL 2026 through injury, while conceding that CSK is paying the price for missed chances under pressure.

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan dedicates match-winning knock vs CSK to family facing bereavement

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan dedicates match-winning knock vs CSK to family facing bereavement

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ishan Kishan dedicated his match-winning innings against Chennai Super Kings to his cousin, who recently lost his sister, helping Sunrisers Hyderabad qualify for the IPL play-offs.

Professor Arrested in Chennai Following Sexual Harassment Claims

Professor Arrested in Chennai Following Sexual Harassment Claims

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.

IPL 2026: RCB bring in Gleeson, Kuldip replaces Khaleel for CSK

IPL 2026: RCB bring in Gleeson, Kuldip replaces Khaleel for CSK

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have announced replacement players for the ongoing IPL season due to injuries.

TN Guv stops Rahul Gandhi mention during minister's oath taking

TN Guv stops Rahul Gandhi mention during minister's oath taking

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar intervened during the swearing-in ceremony of a new minister, S Rajesh Kumar, after he deviated from the written oath by hailing party leaders. The incident occurred during the expansion of the TVK Cabinet.

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Gaikwad rues poor bowling but upbeat about CSK's playoff chances

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Gaikwad rues poor bowling but upbeat about CSK's playoff chances

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that his bowlers failed to live up to expectations in the team's seven-wicket defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. CSK, with 12 points from 12 matches, now find themselves in a must-win situation in their remaining league games.

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Marauding Marsh plots CSK's downfall as LSG register massive win

IPL 2026, LSG vs CSK: Marauding Marsh plots CSK's downfall as LSG register massive win

Rediff.com16 May 2026

After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.

Mumbai Indians' De Kock, Bawa Out Of IPL 2026 Season

Mumbai Indians' De Kock, Bawa Out Of IPL 2026 Season

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mumbai Indians' Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa have been ruled out of the remainder of the IPL season due to injuries.

Ravi Shastri explains why GT are IPL's most dangerous team

Ravi Shastri explains why GT are IPL's most dangerous team

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ravi Shastri believes Chennai Super Kings will learn from their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants and bounce back strongly in their remaining IPL matches to secure a playoff spot.

Vijay Shankar retires from domestic cricket, IPL to pursue new opportunities

Vijay Shankar retires from domestic cricket, IPL to pursue new opportunities

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar has retired from domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL) to pursue new opportunities and play more cricket. The 35-year-old represented India in 12 ODIs and nine T20Is and played for multiple IPL teams.

IPL 2026: Poor fielding proved costly, Pant admits after CSK thrash LSG

IPL 2026: Poor fielding proved costly, Pant admits after CSK thrash LSG

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant lamented poor fielding as a key factor in their five-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a recent Indian Premier League (IPL) match. Despite a strong batting performance, dropped catches and Urvil Patel's explosive innings led to CSK's victory, effectively ending LSG's playoff hopes.

IPL 2026: Gill, Sudharsan Transform GT Into Title Contenders

IPL 2026: Gill, Sudharsan Transform GT Into Title Contenders

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan's record-breaking opening partnerships have been the driving force behind Gujarat Titans' dominant IPL 2026 campaign.

IPL 2026: CSK's young guns impress Hussey ahead of GT clash

IPL 2026: CSK's young guns impress Hussey ahead of GT clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey has expressed his admiration for the team's young players, highlighting their potential and contributions to the team's performance in the ongoing tournament.

Dhoni will be available if CSK qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs, says Hussey

Dhoni will be available if CSK qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs, says Hussey

Rediff.com3 days ago

CSK, on 12 points from 13 games, need to beat Titans in their last league game and hope for other results to go their way to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

IPL 2026: Dhoni misses CSK's final home game vs SRH with thumb injury

IPL 2026: Dhoni misses CSK's final home game vs SRH with thumb injury

Rediff.com5 days ago

In a crushing blow for Chennai Super Kings fans, former captain Mahendra Singh has been ruled out of the team's final home game of the IPL 2026 season against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Chepauk on Monday.

IPL 2026: Karnataka's Macneil Noronha joins CSK as injury replacement for Ramakrishna Ghosh

IPL 2026: Karnataka's Macneil Noronha joins CSK as injury replacement for Ramakrishna Ghosh

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings have signed Karnataka all-rounder Macneil Noronha as a replacement for the injured Ramakrishna Ghosh for the remainder of the IPL season.

IPL Betting Racket Busted In Latur; One Arrested

IPL Betting Racket Busted In Latur; One Arrested

Rediff.com7 days ago

Latur Police have detained a man for allegedly operating an online IPL betting racket and seized valuables worth Rs 7.06 lakh.

IPL 2026: 'CSK Must Treat Every Game As A Final'

IPL 2026: 'CSK Must Treat Every Game As A Final'

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey says the team must treat every remaining game as a 'final' after their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants left their IPL campaign hanging by a thread.

Blow For CSK! Pacer Jamie Overton Returns Home After Thigh Injury

Blow For CSK! Pacer Jamie Overton Returns Home After Thigh Injury

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Jamie Overton is returning to the UK to assess a right thigh injury, adding to CSK's list of injured players this IPL season.

How Sunrisers Hyderabad Made It To IPL 2026 Playoffs

How Sunrisers Hyderabad Made It To IPL 2026 Playoffs

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sunrisers Hyderabad's decision to ditch their all-out attacking approach with the bat and respect the conditions paid rich dividends against Chennai Super Kings.

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A notorious history-sheeter, Thoppai Ganesan, with over 30 criminal cases, including five murders, was killed in a police encounter in Chennai's Madhavaram area.

Another DMK ally VCK to join Vijay govt in Tamil Nadu

Another DMK ally VCK to join Vijay govt in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com2 days ago

VCK chief Thol Thirumavalan announced that his party has decided to join the TVK-led cabinet in Tamil Nadu, with Vanni Arasu nominated for induction. The decision follows an invitation from TVK and reflects VCK's long-standing philosophy of sharing power.

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

Rediff.com7 days ago

Chennai-based SKASports Investments Private Ltd has signed an agreement with a Singapore club to develop a regional sports ecosystem that would tap the large pool of footballers and coaches from India.

HC orders notice to CM Vijay over use of children to influence electorate

HC orders notice to CM Vijay over use of children to influence electorate

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Madras High Court has issued notices to key political figures and the Election Commission following a petition alleging corrupt practices during the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election, including the use of children to influence voters.

Aaron Praises SRH's Young Quickies, Klaasen After Playoff Berth

Aaron Praises SRH's Young Quickies, Klaasen After Playoff Berth

Rediff.com5 days ago

Heinrich Klaasen, emerging pacers give SRH winning edge as they beat Chennnai Super Kings to book a berth in the IPL 2026 Play-offs.

Supreme Court Reinstates Convictions In Dr Subbiah Murder Case

Supreme Court Reinstates Convictions In Dr Subbiah Murder Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court overturned a Madras High Court order, reinstating the conviction of nine individuals involved in the 2013 murder of Chennai-based neurologist Dr Subbiah, linked to a long-standing land dispute.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com6 days ago

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com6 days ago

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

Fleming Backs Gaikwad Despite CSK's IPL 2026 Playoff Struggle

Fleming Backs Gaikwad Despite CSK's IPL 2026 Playoff Struggle

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chennai Super Kings' head coach Stephen Fleming acknowledged that Ruturaj Gaikwad is still developing as captain, as the team's IPL playoff hopes were dented by a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya looks set to return for MI's clash against KKR

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya looks set to return for MI's clash against KKR

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya trained at full intensity, indicating his return for their IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders. Pandya had missed MI's last three matches due to a back spasm.

'Congress Made A Mistake In Going With DMK'

'Congress Made A Mistake In Going With DMK'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'If Congress had aligned with the TVK before the election, we would have won almost a two-thirds majority.'

IPL 2026: Ravichandran Ashwin reveals how he made it to CSK

IPL 2026: Ravichandran Ashwin reveals how he made it to CSK

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin reflects on his early IPL journey, highlighting the pivotal role of VB Chandrasekhar in securing his place at Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2026: LSG vs CSK: Urvil Patel blasts 13-ball fifty as CSK sink LSG

IPL 2026: LSG vs CSK: Urvil Patel blasts 13-ball fifty as CSK sink LSG

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings rode on Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65 to beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in a tense IPL clash and keep their playoff hopes alive in Chennai on Sunday.

Harbhajan terms Urvil Patel as 'one for the future'

Harbhajan terms Urvil Patel as 'one for the future'

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Harbhajan Singh praised Chennai Super Kings batter Urvil Patel after his blistering 13-ball fifty against Lucknow Super Giants helped CSK chase 204 and stay alive in the IPL playoff race.

Record Alert: Urvil Patel Equals Fastest IPL Fifty

Record Alert: Urvil Patel Equals Fastest IPL Fifty

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings batter Urvil Patel equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history, reaching the milestone in 13 balls against Lucknow Super Giants.

Abhay, Velavan Senthilkumar Off To Winning Start In HCL National Doubles Squash

Abhay, Velavan Senthilkumar Off To Winning Start In HCL National Doubles Squash

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Top seeded pair of Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar began their title defence in men's doubles with a convincing win in the quarterfinals of the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships.

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman has expressed the franchise's interest in owning a team in the Women's Premier League at some point, despite the BCCI's current stance against immediate expansion.