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Europa League: Sporting stun Arsenal; United into QFs

Europa League: Sporting stun Arsenal; United into QFs

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

The teams finished level at 3-3 on aggregate in the tie but the Lisbon club advanced to the quarter-finals after Adan kept out Martinelli's weak effort.

What War Leaves Behind

What War Leaves Behind

Rediff.com12 May 2022

As Russia concentrates its attack on the east and south of the country, residents of the Kyiv region are returning to assess the war's toll on their communities.

EPL PIX: Arsenal top table; Manchester Utd held

EPL PIX: Arsenal top table; Manchester Utd held

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

T20 World Cup PIX: Namibia STUN Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup PIX: Namibia STUN Sri Lanka

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

IMAGES of the Group A, round one match of the T20 World Cup played between Sri Lanka and Namibia at the Simonds Stadium, in South Geelong, Australia on Sunday

Pacers, top order in focus as India T20 eye series win in Rajkot

Pacers, top order in focus as India T20 eye series win in Rajkot

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The young pace bowling unit will look to pick up pieces from the hammering they suffered in the second T20 against Sri Lanka in the series-deciding third and final match in Rajkot on Saturday.

Chandimal, Oshada help steer Sri Lanka to 315-6 vs Pakistan

Chandimal, Oshada help steer Sri Lanka to 315-6 vs Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

Angelo Mathews, playing his 100th Test, batted aggressively and got a reprieve when Babar floored a sitter at cover when the batsman was on 36.

2nd T20I: Focus on Gill, Chahal as India aim to clinch series

2nd T20I: Focus on Gill, Chahal as India aim to clinch series

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Gill will not like to repeat the mistakes of his predecessors while aiming to cement his place in the T20I side after making a reputation for himself in the longer versions.

Hardik's India aim for bold start against Sri Lanka

Hardik's India aim for bold start against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Hardik Pandya will be expected to begin his full-time T20 captaincy tenure on a bold note as the Indian team prepares to start its life beyond Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul.

Blue Burqas Are Back in Kabul

Blue Burqas Are Back in Kabul

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

The hated blue burqa, which the Taliban forced Afghan women to wear during their first tenure in power, is back on the streets of Kabul.

Kusal Mendis's knock sends Sri Lanka into the Super 12

Kusal Mendis's knock sends Sri Lanka into the Super 12

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

For the Dutch, opener Max O'Dowd came up with a valiant 71 not out from 53 balls (6x4, 3x6) but he lacked the final flourish, with hardly any support from the middle and lower order batters.

Lanka names officer accused of human rights abuse as Army chief

Lanka names officer accused of human rights abuse as Army chief

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Silva's name was mentioned in the resolution passed by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in 2013, alleging rights abuses by the Sri Lankan Army.

PIX: Milan, Leipzig complete Champions League last 16

PIX: Milan, Leipzig complete Champions League last 16

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

ISL: Chhetri stars as Bengaluru FC beat Mumbai City

ISL: Chhetri stars as Bengaluru FC beat Mumbai City

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Sunil Chhetri scored in the 57th and 90th minutes of his 200th game for the club

76 to 716: Victory margins in 10 Goa constituencies

76 to 716: Victory margins in 10 Goa constituencies

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The lowest victory margin of 76 was recorded in St Andre constituency in North Goa, where Revolutionary Goans Party, a new political outfit in the state, made its debut by defeating BJP candidate and sitting MLA Francis Silveira. RGP candidate Viresh Borkar won the contest.

Jayawardena all praise for 'leader' Hasaranga

Jayawardena all praise for 'leader' Hasaranga

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Says his rise to the top is similar to that of Malinga.

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Son Heung-min's touch of class for the winner once again showed why he has been Asian Footballer of the Year seven times and why, with him in their ranks, South Korea will never admit defeat.

Euro qualifiers: Ronaldo makes history; Kane becomes England's top scorer

Euro qualifiers: Ronaldo makes history; Kane becomes England's top scorer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo tucked away a penalty and slammed home a free kick as he set a new record for the most international caps

Manchester City unveil Aguero statue on 10th anniversary of '93:20'

Manchester City unveil Aguero statue on 10th anniversary of '93:20'

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Manchester City unveiled a statue of former striker Sergio Aguero outside the Etihad Stadium on Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of his winning goal that gave them their first league title in 44 years.

Scheduled international passenger flights suspended till Oct 31

Scheduled international passenger flights suspended till Oct 31

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till October 31, India's aviation regulator DGCA said on Tuesday. "However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case basis," the Directorate General of Civil Aviation added. Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since March 23, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Aus Open champ Kenin to participate in World TeamTennis in July

Aus Open champ Kenin to participate in World TeamTennis in July

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Grand Slam champions Sofia Kenin and Sloane Stephens are set to take part in World TeamTennis

Green fuels Australia's ascendancy in Galle Test

Green fuels Australia's ascendancy in Galle Test

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Khawaja made 71 before giving debutant leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay his first Test wicket.

Over 24 prominent charitable institutions in India may face tax scrutiny

Over 24 prominent charitable institutions in India may face tax scrutiny

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

More than 24 prominent charitable institutions in the country - from private trusts, educational societies, statutory authorities, and cricket associations - may soon face tax scrutiny after a Supreme Court (SC) ruling set the limits to which tax exemption can be claimed. Most of these are highly profitable but get tax exemption due to their 'charitable organisation' status. The revenue department is preparing a standard operating procedure to scrutinise their books and evaluate if they can continue to claim tax exemption in the context of the recent SC ruling

Here's how Sri Lanka claimed their 6th Asia Cup Trophy

Here's how Sri Lanka claimed their 6th Asia Cup Trophy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Hasaranga claimed three wickets in one over and Pramod Madushan claimed a career-best 4-34 to bowl out Pakistan for 147 in exactly 20 overs.

PIX: Germany bounce back with emphatic win over Portugal

PIX: Germany bounce back with emphatic win over Portugal

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Germany move into second place in the group on three points, one behind leaders France and level with Portugal.

Ind vs SL, 2nd ODI: Pacers in focus as India look to seal series

Ind vs SL, 2nd ODI: Pacers in focus as India look to seal series

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

India will look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead when they face Sri Lanka in the second ODI

Euro PICS: Ronaldo shines as Portugal rout Hungary

Euro PICS: Ronaldo shines as Portugal rout Hungary

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated becoming the first player to appear in five European Championships with a brace as Portugal got their title defence off to a winning start with a 3-0 victory over a determined Hungary, in Budapest, on Tuesday.

FIFA World Cup PIX: Sublime Brazil crush Korea to enter quarters

FIFA World Cup PIX: Sublime Brazil crush Korea to enter quarters

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match played between Brazil and South Korea on Monday.

Foden ready to light up Euro 2020

Foden ready to light up Euro 2020

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Blessed with silky technical skills, vision, anticipation and an eye for goal, Phil Foden offers coach Gareth Southgate several options, either wide in a three-pronged attack, a more orthodox central midfield role or even as a "false nine".

The Stars To Watch Out For!

The Stars To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The most impressive players at the FIFA World Cup 2022 after Round One.

Kohli's Cutest Reactions For RCB Fans

Kohli's Cutest Reactions For RCB Fans

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Chants of 'Kohli! Kohli!' rang around the Chinnaswamy stadium.

Tchau, Senhor Pele!

Tchau, Senhor Pele!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Emotional crowds bid soccer legend Pele a final farewell on Tuesday

Silverwood named Sri Lankan men's team head coach

Silverwood named Sri Lankan men's team head coach

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

The former England pacer's first competitive assignment with the Sri Lanka national team will be the upcoming away Test series in Bangladesh.

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches on Saturday.

Chinese spy ship leaves Sri Lankan port after 6 days

Chinese spy ship leaves Sri Lankan port after 6 days

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

A high-tech Chinese research ship docked at the strategically important Hambantota port departed from Sri Lankan waters on Monday after a controversial six-day visit.

Rohit, Kohli back as India eye winning start in ODIs

Rohit, Kohli back as India eye winning start in ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

The return of old guards Rohit, Kohli and KL Rahul and also Shreyas Iyer will give India a huge boost as they eye the ODI series after clinching the T20Is against Sri Lanka.

India seek bowling balance in must-win game against Sri Lanka

India seek bowling balance in must-win game against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

India went in with five bowling options against Pakistan on Sunday and it did not work out in their favour

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The RCB leg-spinner snapped four wickets as Kolkata Knight Riders were bowled out for 128.

PIX: Maxwell blasts Australia to victory in rain-hit 1st ODI

PIX: Maxwell blasts Australia to victory in rain-hit 1st ODI

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Glenn Maxwell and Steve Smith struck half-centuries as Australia beat Sri Lanka by two wickets in a thrilling finish to the rain-affected first One-Day International on Tuesday for a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

T20 World Cup PICS: Sri Lanka too good for Ireland

T20 World Cup PICS: Sri Lanka too good for Ireland

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Images from the T20 World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Ireland, in Hobart, on Sunday.

England's Sri Lanka tour rescheduled for January 2021

England's Sri Lanka tour rescheduled for January 2021

Rediff.com2 May 2020

"At the same time we are also looking at exploring the possibility of rescheduling postponed tours and looking at the windows which are available and alternatives too."