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CSK's Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery

CSK's Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery for quadricep injury, ruled out of IPL 2026 as Chennai Super Kings wish him speedy recovery.

IPL 2026 Week 6: Record Chases, Stunning Centuries, Playoff Twists

IPL 2026 Week 6: Record Chases, Stunning Centuries, Playoff Twists

Rediff.com13 May 2026

IPL 2026 Week 6 featured Rohit Sharma's explosive return, Urvil Patel's record-equalling fifty, Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton and Rashid Khan's brilliant comeback spell.

'Vijay Won't Ask Anybody For Support'

'Vijay Won't Ask Anybody For Support'

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'The TVK might form a minority government.'

Ashwin explains why Priyansh Arya has slowed down

Ashwin explains why Priyansh Arya has slowed down

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin analyses Priyansh Arya's dip in form for Punjab Kings, attributing it to bowlers figuring him out. He also criticises Arshdeep Singh's bowling strategy in the death overs.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Golden Run Fuels CSK's Playoff Push

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Golden Run Fuels CSK's Playoff Push

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Sanju Samson has all but carried Chennai Super Kings' batting through IPL 2026, turning games with a consistency few others in the side have managed.

IPL 2026: Starc Blitz Revives Delhi Capitals' Playoff Hopes

IPL 2026: Starc Blitz Revives Delhi Capitals' Playoff Hopes

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Mitchell Starc dismissed Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira and Ravi Singh in the space of four deliveries before removing Dasun Shanaka to trigger a stunning middle-order collapse and restrict Rajasthan Royals to 193 for 8.

India likely to rest Bumrah for key Afghanistan series

India likely to rest Bumrah for key Afghanistan series

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the upcoming series against Afghanistan is under consideration as the selection committee assesses his workload.

IPL 2026: Shardul drops hint on Hardik Pandya situation

IPL 2026: Shardul drops hint on Hardik Pandya situation

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Mumbai Indians all-rounder Shardul Thakur provides an update on Hardik Pandya's injury, expecting his return for the match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He also addresses rumours of Pandya being traded

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

RR's IPL 2026 season on brink ahead of must-win LSG clash

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL match, needing an all-round improvement to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Royals must address batting collapses and fielding errors to secure a vital win.

Vijay to take oath as TN CM on Sunday; vote of confidence by May 13

Vijay to take oath as TN CM on Sunday; vote of confidence by May 13

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Vijay was appointed CM after he presented letters of support from the VCK and the IUML who have two MLAs each.

KKR Seek Victory Against Mumbai To Keep IPL Playoff Hopes Alive

KKR Seek Victory Against Mumbai To Keep IPL Playoff Hopes Alive

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their fate also depends on other match results.

Hardik Pandya under fire as Ashwin flags tactical errors

Hardik Pandya under fire as Ashwin flags tactical errors

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin questions Hardik Pandya's toss call and tactics as Mumbai Indians slump continues in IPL 2026 after defeat to Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2026: Dhoni, Rohit, SKY: Image That Defines Indian Cricket

IPL 2026: Dhoni, Rohit, SKY: Image That Defines Indian Cricket

Rediff.com2 May 2026

M S Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav together captures the legacy of Indian T20 cricket.

KKR players wear black armbands in memory of C D Gopinath

KKR players wear black armbands in memory of C D Gopinath

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders players wore black armbands during their IPL match against Chennai Super Kings to honour former Indian cricketer CD Gopinath, who passed away recently.

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'Vijay entered politics at a much better age compared to Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. His fans are young and he has at least 2-3 decades ahead of him.'

What's Rajendra Arlekar Up To?

What's Rajendra Arlekar Up To?

Rediff.com9 May 2026

By asking Vijay to produce letters of majority support before inviting him to form the government, the governor risks overstepping established Constitutional principles, notes Harishchandra.

IPL 2026: KKR stay alive in playoff race with thrilling MI win

IPL 2026: KKR stay alive in playoff race with thrilling MI win

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match on Wednesday.

Rajnikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay Vote

Rajnikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay Vote

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Glimpses of the stars who voted in the Tamil Nadu assembly election on Thursday...

IPL 2026: Dhoni skips CSK matches to avoid distraction: Hussey

IPL 2026: Dhoni skips CSK matches to avoid distraction: Hussey

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has said Mahendra Singh Dhoni chose not to attend IPL 2026 matches to keep the focus on the team.

Akash Singh delivers statement performance as LSG derail CSK playoff push

Akash Singh delivers statement performance as LSG derail CSK playoff push

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants pacer Akash Singh produced a match-turning spell of 3 for 26 against CSK in IPL 2026, removing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson and Urvil Patel with aggressive pace and discipline.

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Shivam Dube's poor IPL 2026 form for Chennai Super Kings stems from role confusion and lack of impact, despite a decent strike rate.

IPL 2026: Sakshi, Ziva Bring Spark to CSK Game

IPL 2026: Sakshi, Ziva Bring Spark to CSK Game

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Sakshi Dhoni and her daughter Ziva were seen at Chepauk Stadium supporting Chennai Super Kings and also visited a temple for prayers, highlighting their spiritual side and connection to the team.

Sreejesh's Exit As Junior Hockey Coach: What Went Wrong?

Sreejesh's Exit As Junior Hockey Coach: What Went Wrong?

Rediff.com14 May 2026

P R Sreejesh's tenure as India's junior men's hockey coach ended after 17 months, sparking controversy over the reasons for his departure and the appointment of a foreign coach.

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.

Kingpin conspired with NTA official to get NEET paper, says CBI court

Kingpin conspired with NTA official to get NEET paper, says CBI court

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A Delhi court has remanded the alleged kingpin of the NEET paper leak case, Prahlad Kulkarni, and another accused, Manisha Waghmare, to CBI custody for 10 days. This follows the arrest of a biology lecturer from the NTA's paper-setting committee. The CBI seeks to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy.

Pacer Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026 with injury

Pacer Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026 with injury

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings' pacer Khaleel Ahmed was ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a quadriceps injury.

VCK keeps TVK guessing as wait for TN govt formation continues

VCK keeps TVK guessing as wait for TN govt formation continues

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The VCK party, led by Thol Thirumavalavan, will announce its official position on supporting Vijay's TVK in forming the government. The decision follows discussions regarding power-sharing and key positions within the new government.

Paddler Dies On Court At National Masters Championships

Paddler Dies On Court At National Masters Championships

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Tamil Nadu table tennis player I.M. Louis Raj died after collapsing on court during a match at the 32nd National Masters Table Tennis Championships in Pune. The cause of death was cardiac arrest.

Vijay holds meet with party MLAs to discuss govt formation

Vijay holds meet with party MLAs to discuss govt formation

Rediff.com5 May 2026

TVK chief Vijay convened a meeting with newly elected legislators to discuss the election of the legislature party leader and strategies for government formation after securing 108 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

IPL 2026: How Sanju Samson Fulfilled A Promise

IPL 2026: How Sanju Samson Fulfilled A Promise

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Samson struck a superb century (115 off 56 balls; 15x4, 4x6) to guide Chennai Super Kings to 212 against Delhi Capitals, setting up a 23 run win and the team's first points of the campaign.

Needed one batter to go deep, Rahane rues after KKR fall short vs CSK

Needed one batter to go deep, Rahane rues after KKR fall short vs CSK

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane admits KKR's slow start and struggles against spin cost them in a 32-run loss to CSK, despite a strong bowling comeback in Chennai.

Nine ministers sworn in along with Vijay in Tamil Nadu

Nine ministers sworn in along with Vijay in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Actor Vijay has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), secured a notable victory in its debut election, ending the dominance of DMK and AIADMK.

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

Rediff.com12 May 2026

JCD Prabhakar of the TVK party has been unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay emphasised the Assembly's role in transforming public expectations into effective policies and laws.

Why Congress-DMK split threatens INDIA bloc's existence

Why Congress-DMK split threatens INDIA bloc's existence

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The INDIA bloc faces a significant challenge as the Congress and DMK part ways, raising questions about the alliance's future and unity.

Why India Chose Frederic Soyez As Hockey Coach

Why India Chose Frederic Soyez As Hockey Coach

Rediff.com14 May 2026

India has appointed Frederic Soyez as the chief coach of the national junior men's hockey team, replacing PR Sreejesh. Soyez brings extensive international coaching experience, including multiple Olympic Games and World Cups.

TVK MLA barred from voting in Vijay govt floor test; SC to hear plea

TVK MLA barred from voting in Vijay govt floor test; SC to hear plea

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The Madras High Court has restrained TVK MLA R Srinivasa Sethupathi from voting, including in the upcoming confidence motion, due to a petition challenging his one-vote victory.

AIADMK stares at split, 30 rebel MLAs support Vijay's TVK

AIADMK stares at split, 30 rebel MLAs support Vijay's TVK

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A faction of the AIADMK, led by S P Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam, has announced its support for the TVK government led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, citing opposition to Edappadi K Palaniswami's alleged plans to align with the DMK.

Frederic Soyez Takes Over As India Junior Hockey Coach

Frederic Soyez Takes Over As India Junior Hockey Coach

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Frederic Soyez, a decorated Frenchman, has been appointed as the chief coach of the Indian national junior men's hockey team, replacing PR Sreejesh. Soyez brings extensive experience, including coaching at multiple Olympic Games and World Cups.

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Battle for 5 states: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com5 May 2026

As results of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry are declared, here's how the big names fared.