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Here's How Pakistan Capt Reacted to SKY's Handshake Snub

Here's How Pakistan Capt Reacted to SKY's Handshake Snub

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Salman Ali Agha chose to boycott the TV presentation ceremony, quietly leaving the field after India's emphatic win, signalling his own protest while maintaining decorum.

No Handshakes! India-Pak Clash Marred by Snub

No Handshakes! India-Pak Clash Marred by Snub

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Customs were broken and tensions visible as India and Pakistan skipped the usual handshakes after their Asia Cup clash in Dubai on Sunday.

Cyberslavery: Agent Arrested In Mumbai

Cyberslavery: Agent Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Mumbai police, currently investigating a cyber slavery case involving five individuals trafficked to Laos under the pretext of job offers in Thailand, arrested the prime accused on Wednesday.

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Akram backs Pakistan to ride on momentum but terms India favourites in Asia Cup final

Amir's Kohli Praise Sparks Fire Before India-Pak Clash

Amir's Kohli Praise Sparks Fire Before India-Pak Clash

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

'One thing is for sure, Virat is the best player and best human being in Indian cricket history, respect.'

Haris Rauf's Controversial Gesture Goes Viral

Haris Rauf's Controversial Gesture Goes Viral

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Pakistani batter Sahibzada Farhan also sparked debate with his 'gun salute' bat raise after a defiant fifty.

Is Asia Cup Only About India-Pakistan Game?

Is Asia Cup Only About India-Pakistan Game?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Tickets for the match on September 14 are in huge demand than for any other match. Most journalists are also arriving only in time for this match, even skipping India's opening match against the UAE on September 10.

Captaincy curse? SKY's poor run continues in Asia Cup

Captaincy curse? SKY's poor run continues in Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav's downturn since donning the India skipper's hat continued, after he orchestrated a rustic knock against Sri Lanka in the Super Fours fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday.

Hardik On Cusp Of Massive T20I Milestone!

Hardik On Cusp Of Massive T20I Milestone!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

As India gear up for their second Super 4s match in the Asia Cup, against Bangladesh in Dubai on Wednesday, star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is on the verge of becoming the second Indian to complete 100 T20I wickets, and overall, he will be the 26th to do so.

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri loses in doubles semis

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri loses in doubles semis

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Yuki Bhambri and his Dutch partner Robin Hasse went down in straight sets to Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.

'This will haunt them,' Malik slams India over trophy snub

'This will haunt them,' Malik slams India over trophy snub

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

India's Asia Cup triumph over Pakistan may have ended in victory, but Shoaib Malik believes the team's refusal to collect the trophy means they missed out on one of the tournament's most memorable moments.

'Talk about India as a team, not about individuals'

'Talk about India as a team, not about individuals'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The legendary Kapil Dev on Friday backed India to win the Asia Cup but stressed on collective efforts taking precedence over individual brilliance ahead of the high-voltage clash against Pakistan in Dubai.

'Tiger kaun?': Afridi forgets Bangladesh's nickname

'Tiger kaun?': Afridi forgets Bangladesh's nickname

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Pakistan's premier quick Shaheen Shah Afridi blanked out, leading to a hilarious moment after he briefly forgot Bangladesh's famous cricketing nickname, the Tigers

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

How the UN's flagship climate summit lost its direction and what's at stake.

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Should a player with such deep understanding of the ODI format be removed from captaincy when neither age nor performance has dimmed his brilliance?', asks veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

India set to rest Bumrah vs Oman ahead of Super Fours

India set to rest Bumrah vs Oman ahead of Super Fours

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The Indian team management is unlikely to tinker with its playing XI for the inconsequential final group league Asia Cup game against Oman except for resting pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah in Dubai on Friday.

57 all out! UAE crumbles as India storms to 9-wkt win

57 all out! UAE crumbles as India storms to 9-wkt win

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Kuldeep Yadav's artistry was too much for a clueless UAE to comprehend as India hardly broke a sweat in an emphatic nine-wicket victory in their Asia Cup opener in Dubai on Wednesday.

'India must be wary of dangerous Pakistan in Asia Cup final'

'India must be wary of dangerous Pakistan in Asia Cup final'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Pakistan will be aiming to recreate their 2017 Champions Trophy final upset where they thrashed India by 180 runs.

Saudi Arabia make foray into cricket: announce partnership with ILT20

Saudi Arabia make foray into cricket: announce partnership with ILT20

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Saudi Arabia has ventured into mainstream cricket for the first time, announcing a strategic partnership with International League T20.

Shivam Dube Was The Real Game Changer

Shivam Dube Was The Real Game Changer

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'He has been working hard on his bowling. This was a perfect game for him.'

Farhan Celebrates 50 Vs India with 'Gun-Firing'

Farhan Celebrates 50 Vs India with 'Gun-Firing'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

As Farhan reached his fifty, lofting Axar Patel for a massive six over mid-wicket, he pulled off a gun-firing celebration with his bat, adding another layer of intrigue to an already electric rivalry.

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

'Dream Big' Is Mantra Jemimah Lives By

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah's success is carved not just from talent and hard work, but from dreams, faith, and an unshakable spirit.

Bumrah available for both Tests against WI: Agarkar

Bumrah available for both Tests against WI: Agarkar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'...we want him available as much as possible, but we have to be careful with him with some of the big tournaments coming as well, but like I said, the team always comes first.'

'Saif can win games for Bangladesh'

'Saif can win games for Bangladesh'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

'Very happy to contribute for the team. The wicket was very good and I tried to time the ball and hold my shape.'

What Was The Need To Play Pakistan?

What Was The Need To Play Pakistan?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Operation Sindoor has not yet been formally called off. What was the crying need to send a team when it was known that there could be a match with Pakistan? asks Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Shubman Gill sweats it out alone in the nets

Shubman Gill sweats it out alone in the nets

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

It was an optional net session ahead of the Pakistan clash but Shubman Gill's obsession with practice meant he couldn't resist hitting the nets even when most teammates preferred recovery.

Never seen a champion team denied trophy: Suryakumar

Never seen a champion team denied trophy: Suryakumar

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian team refused to take the trophy from Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the Pakistan Cricket Board chief and known for his vocal anti-India stand.

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'They are forced because the BCCI has agreed to it.'

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Is This Hardik Pandya's New Love?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Mahieka Sharma has featured in music videos, indie films, and campaigns for Tanishq, Vivo, and Uniqlo, while walking the ramp for designers Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre and Tarun Tahiliani.

Handshake row: PCB calls for removal of Match Referee Pycroft

Handshake row: PCB calls for removal of Match Referee Pycroft

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pycroft officiated the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, at the end of which Indian players did not shake hands with the rival team.

What You Must Know About Mrs Mamdani

What You Must Know About Mrs Mamdani

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

While Zohran Mamdani captured national attention with his meteoric rise to be elected New York City's first Muslim mayor, his wife Rama Duwaji was helping orchestrate his win -- one pixel, one brushstroke, one brand decision at a time.

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

It remains to be seen if the selectors pick Jasprit Bumrah for both Tests considering that there is only is a three day gap between the Asia Cup final and the first Test against the West Indies.

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Tilak Varma shared his remarkable journey from a modest upbringing to shining on the international stage, driven by a childhood dream to win a World Cup for India.

India, Russia, China oppose foreign military in Afghanistan

India, Russia, China oppose foreign military in Afghanistan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

India joined Russia, China, and other nations in opposing the deployment of foreign military infrastructure in Afghanistan during 'Moscow Format' talks. The discussions focused on bringing prosperity and development to Afghanistan, with participants emphasizing the need to eliminate terrorism and integrate Afghanistan into regional connectivity.

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The mystery spinner even has a YouTube channel dedicated to football discussions.

Ziva Explores Dubai With Her Dad

Ziva Explores Dubai With Her Dad

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

On Friday, January 5, a charming video surfaced on Ziva Singh Dhoni's Instagram handle featuring the stylishly dressed little one exploring Dubai hand-in-hand with her dad.

'We hope to find chinks in India's armoury'

'We hope to find chinks in India's armoury'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Every team has ability to beat India, it's about what happens on day: B'desh coach Simmons

Promote Sanju! Fans Tell Gambhir

Promote Sanju! Fans Tell Gambhir

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

With Samson pushed to No. 5 in the batting line-up, fans are now call for his promotion up the order in the dead rubber final Group A match against Oman on September 19.

'No rivalry between India and Pakistan in hockey too'

'No rivalry between India and Pakistan in hockey too'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

There is no competition between India and Pakistan in hockey: Hardik Singh