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Abhishek breaks Kohli's long-standing IPL record

Abhishek breaks Kohli's long-standing IPL record

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) young batting sensation Abhishek Sharma made history on Sunday

Captain of Chris Gayle Academy, Adrian St John, shot dead

Captain of Chris Gayle Academy, Adrian St John, shot dead

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Adrian St. John, a 22-year old budding English cricketer and the captain of Chris Gayle Academy was reportedly murdered by a gunshot during an armed robbery attempt in Trinidad. The incident was said to have occurred on Sunday night with the local media reports confirming the arrest of a 24-year old. The arrested person is said to be a prime suspect in the robbery that has taken place. St John was the captain of the Chris Gayle Academy in London. This academy was opened by the Jamaican superstar in 2013 to "improve access to good quality education, training and employment for at risk young people in Jamaica and the UK." Gayle tweeted his condolences on hearing the tragic news. "Such sad news to hear. My condolences to his family & friends. Adrian St John was the captain of the academy. #Sigh," he tweeted.

Spotted: Captain America Chris Evans in Boston

Spotted: Captain America Chris Evans in Boston

Rediff.com15 Sep 2013

Reader Vikram Mitra sends us a photograph.

Zampa joins elite company in T20 World Cup history

Zampa joins elite company in T20 World Cup history

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Adam Zampa surpassed pacer Mitchell Starc to become the country's leading wicket-taker in ICC T20 World Cup history.

World champions India eye winning start in Sri Lanka

World champions India eye winning start in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

India's newly-forged coach-captain combination of Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav will look to make instant impact against a Sri Lankan team in disarray.

'To have two Josephs in our T20 World Cup squad would be great!'

'To have two Josephs in our T20 World Cup squad would be great!'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Fast bowling sensation Shamar Joseph should be fast-tracked into the West Indies squad for the home T20 World Cup in June, said former captain Chris Gayle.

Wrestler Chris Benoit found dead

Wrestler Chris Benoit found dead

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

World Wrestling Entertainment superstar Chris Benoit was found dead on Monday along with his wife and son.

T20 WC: West Indies, England set for Super 8 run fest

T20 WC: West Indies, England set for Super 8 run fest

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Hosts West Indies primed for Super 8 clash against defending champions England

Chris Rogers set to retire after Ashes

Chris Rogers set to retire after Ashes

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Australia Test opener Chris Rogers appears set to retire from international cricket after the upcoming Ashes series in England.

EPL PIX: Forest stun Liverpool; City, United, Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Forest stun Liverpool; City, United, Chelsea win

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Cricket fans worldwide will get a chance to witness the coveted trophy firsthand.

SUVs continue to steer demand in auto sector

SUVs continue to steer demand in auto sector

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Passenger vehicle wholesales in India rose 11 per cent year-on-year in February, as sports utility vehicles continued to steer demand in the market, industry body SIAM said on Tuesday. The total passenger vehicle dispatches to dealers last month stood at 370,786 units, as compared to 334,790 units in the year-ago period.

EPL PIX: Wins for Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs

EPL PIX: Wins for Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Labour min rebuts Citigroup's research report on employment in India

Labour min rebuts Citigroup's research report on employment in India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The labour ministry on Monday rebutted a recent report by Citigroup which forecast that India will struggle to create sufficient employment opportunities even with a 7 per cent growth rate. The ministry in a statement said the report "fails to account for the comprehensive and positive employment data available from official sources such as Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) and the Reserve Bank of India's KLEMS data."

T20 WC: In-form England eye win against SA

T20 WC: In-form England eye win against SA

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

England batters look to tame strong South African bowling

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

A sold-out crowd descended on Eisenhower Park on Sunday for a clash of cricketing arch-rivals India and Pakistan.

Key Moments: How India sunk England in semis

Key Moments: How India sunk England in semis

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

A dominant India ended England's title defence by handing them a 68-run thumping in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup.

I take pride in doing difficult things: Chris Bosh

I take pride in doing difficult things: Chris Bosh

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Two-time NBA champion Chris Bosh talks to Bikash Mohapatra about Miami Heat's success story, LeBron James and why he puts the team above personal gratification.

The doosra: It's Team India against Chris Gayle

The doosra: It's Team India against Chris Gayle

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com looks at the lighter side of how Chris Gayle remains lone star West Indies player Team India has to contend with in their Pool B encounter at the WACA.

T20 WC warm-ups: SL, Afghanistan score easy wins

T20 WC warm-ups: SL, Afghanistan score easy wins

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Dasun Shanaka produced a solid all-round performance, which included bowling figures of 4 for 23, as former champions Sri Lanka overcame some jittery moments to down Ireland by 41 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up game in Lauderhill (USA) on Friday.

Oscars 2024: Charlize Theron Goes For Silver

Oscars 2024: Charlize Theron Goes For Silver

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

The 96th Annual Academy Awards saw a lot of glamour on the red carpet, as Hollywood's A-listers attended the biggest awards night of the year.

Chris Gayle made the difference: Ricky Ponting

Chris Gayle made the difference: Ricky Ponting

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Mumbai Indians captain Ricky Ponting said Chris Gayle's hard-hitting unbeaten knock of 92made all the difference in their "topsy-turvy" two-run loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore in an IPL match in Bangalore.

ICL suspends Chris Cairns, Dinesh Mongia

ICL suspends Chris Cairns, Dinesh Mongia

Rediff.com27 Oct 2008

Chandigarh Lions captain Chris Cairns and middle order batsman Dinesh Mongia have been suspended by the Executive Board of the Indian Cricket League on disciplinary grounds. South African all-rounder Andrew Hall will take over as Lions skipper, an ICL statement said, without elaborating the reasons behind the step.

Chris Rock calls Oscars idiotic!

Chris Rock calls Oscars idiotic!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2005

England eye big win vs USA to stay alive in T20 WC

England eye big win vs USA to stay alive in T20 WC

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

No team is assured of a semifinal berth and England will need to defeat USA by either 10 runs or at least an over to spare to stay in contention for the semifinals.

Big-hitting Aaron Jones happy to take US over the line

Big-hitting Aaron Jones happy to take US over the line

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Aaron Jones was at a loss for words after starring in the USA's seven-wicket demolition of Canada in the T20 World Cup opener, in which the New Yorker introduced himself to cricket's elites with a 40-ball 94.

Chris Gayle to take legal action over reports of indecent exposure

Chris Gayle to take legal action over reports of indecent exposure

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Under-fire Chris Gayle has sought the services of a leading Australian lawyer to start defamation proceedings against Fairfax Media over allegations that the West Indian cricketer indecently exposed himself to a woman in Sydney during the World Cup last year. The allegations came to the fore following Gayle's widely-criticised live interview with Ten Sports' female presenter Mel McLaughlin while playing for Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League.

England retain six World Cup players for Windies tour

England retain six World Cup players for Windies tour

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Jos Buttler will captain the team for the Caribbean tour, with Gus Atkinson, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone featuring in the ODI group from the showpiece event.

'One of the greatest ever T20 innings'

'One of the greatest ever T20 innings'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Buttler, who initially struggled this season, rediscovered his golden touch with a batting masterclass.

'There will be no excuses...': Wood on England's World Cup preparations

'There will be no excuses...': Wood on England's World Cup preparations

Rediff.com30 May 2024

After rain-marred ICC T20 World Cup preparation, England pacer Mark Wood insisted that the Three Lions will make 'no excuses' and said few players are gaming to get more runouts at the Oval to boost their confidence.

Illingworth, Kettleborough gear up for World Cup final

Illingworth, Kettleborough gear up for World Cup final

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Match officials for ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 final

Swiatek dismantles Paolini to win 4th French Open title

Swiatek dismantles Paolini to win 4th French Open title

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Iga Swiatek cemented her position as the undisputed queen of clay

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be India's home ground during the group stage, featuring matches against Ireland and the hosts USA.

Smith, Zampa return home; several Aus players to leave after third T20I

Smith, Zampa return home; several Aus players to leave after third T20I

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Almost half of the Australian team currently playing in the T20 International series in India will return home after the third match in Guwahati.

Chris Gayle lives upto his twitter remark

Chris Gayle lives upto his twitter remark

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

Chris Gayle surprised one and all with his prophetic tweet after the first semi-final that Sri Lanka will play the West Indies in Sunday's final but Friday he took it upon himself to ensure that he lived up to his remark.

Chris Lewis jailed for 13 years

Chris Lewis jailed for 13 years

Rediff.com20 May 2009

Former England cricketer Chris Lewis was jailed for 13 years on Wednesday for trying to smuggle drugs into Britain in his kit bag.

Chris Hoy named UK's sports personality

Chris Hoy named UK's sports personality

Rediff.com15 Dec 2008

Triple Olympic track cycling gold medallist Chris Hoy was named the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year on Sunday to cap a remarkable night and year for the sport. The Scot finished ahead of Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton and double Olympic swimming gold medallist Rebecca Adlington in a vote by the British public.

Chris Brown threatened to 'kill' Rihanna

Chris Brown threatened to 'kill' Rihanna

Rediff.com12 Feb 2009

Popstar Chris Brown reportedly threatened to kill Rihanna and choked her until she was unconscious. The incident occurred when the Umbrella hitmaker had a heated argument with Brown over a text message from other woman, after which he pulled his hired Lambourghini on the side of the street.

What Makes Triptii Dimri So Desirable?

What Makes Triptii Dimri So Desirable?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Film stars are beloved in our cinema-obsessed country. Stars are not only watched and worshipped on screen but also talked about with much fondness.

Dhoni leads star-studded IPL dream team: Who made the cut?

Dhoni leads star-studded IPL dream team: Who made the cut?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Dhoni picked as skipper of IPL's all-time greatest team