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Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Eddings falls as Australia chairman after losing support

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A CA director for 13 years, Eddings replaced David Peever in 2018 as interim chairman after the former mining executive resigned following the release of a scathing cultural review into the Newlands ball-tampering scandal.

BCCI's agenda: From IPL to shortened domestic calendar

BCCI's agenda: From IPL to shortened domestic calendar

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Among the 11-point agenda, is a discussion on domestic cricket season, which is likely to be a curtailed one considering the rapidly rising COVID-19 case load in the country.

Ashwin enjoys a cup of coffee with naval officials following Vizag Test win

Ashwin enjoys a cup of coffee with naval officials following Vizag Test win

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared a cup of coffee with Indian Naval sailors and officers after the team clinched a massive 245-run victory over England in the second Test at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Monday.

Tribal President: 'Don't Expect Magic'

Tribal President: 'Don't Expect Magic'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'It will be wrong to raise the expectations of tribals because of a tribal President. 'Tribal issues have not been resolved for 150 years.'

Night curfew in Maharashtra; new rules for Europe arrivals

Night curfew in Maharashtra; new rules for Europe arrivals

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

"It will be in effect till January 5," Thackeray said, according to the statement.

Croatia defender Vida apologises for Ukraine comments

Croatia defender Vida apologises for Ukraine comments

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Croatia defender Domagoj Vida apologised after his team's World Cup semi-final victory over England on Wednesday after speaking out in support of Russia's neighbour and adversary Ukraine.

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'I was about 27 at that point in time, and I knew that if I didn't take this leap then, I wouldn't take the leap ever.'

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Kleon Papadimitriou, a Greek student in Aberdeen, Scotland undertook the adventure when flights to much of Europe were cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

WTA chief promises 'strong reactions' to ban on Russian, Belarusian players

MSD@40: Dhoni's Awesome Journey

MSD@40: Dhoni's Awesome Journey

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

As the legend turns 40, we take a look at his journey in cricket and life.

Yo-Yo effect: BCCI for fitness tests before selection

Yo-Yo effect: BCCI for fitness tests before selection

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

BCCI has decided to conduct fitness tests of players before they are picked in the national team to avoid embarrassing late withdrawals

Here's what Australia skipper Paine wants from his team

Here's what Australia skipper Paine wants from his team

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Tim Paine explained why he had been in no mood to celebrate the draw.

BMW sell F1 team to Swiss-based Qadbak

BMW sell F1 team to Swiss-based Qadbak

Rediff.com16 Sep 2009

BMW has sold its Formula One team to Qadbak Investments, a Swiss-based foundation representing unnamed Middle Eastern interests, and expects it to compete next season despite losing a guaranteed slot.

Why Deepak Chahar's T20 World Record is special!

Why Deepak Chahar's T20 World Record is special!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Deepak Chahar is the first Indian bowler ever to hold the record of best bowling figures in any format of international cricket (Test/ODI/T20I), points out Rajneesh Gupta.

First female coach to lead a men's soccer club hopes to inspire other women

First female coach to lead a men's soccer club hopes to inspire other women

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Chan Yuen-ting, the first female coach to lead a men's professional soccer club to a top-flight title, hopes her success with Hong Kong's Eastern will inspire other women to follow their dreams.

Coming Soon! RBI's CBDCs Revolution

Coming Soon! RBI's CBDCs Revolution

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

If the CBDCs don't offer interest, why will people shift from cash to CBDCs?, asks Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'A lot of Indians might not know that we won gold in Asian Games'

'A lot of Indians might not know that we won gold in Asian Games'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Union sports minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Saturday said India must work hard towards bringing back the lost glory of football.

When the Gods Smiled on India

When the Gods Smiled on India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

There are times in each nation's life when the gods shower their blessings on it. The right leaders are in place and they make the right decisions. Everything seems to click and good luck favours its people. Such times came to this country 50 years ago, recalls Admiral J G Nadkarni (retd).

'Humans have never learned from history'

'Humans have never learned from history'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'We need to retell this history from many different perspectives.'

African cricket's decade of mismanagement and missed opportunities

African cricket's decade of mismanagement and missed opportunities

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

For Africa's Test-playing nations, administrative turmoil has defined the dying days of the 2010s.

McClaren named coach of FC Twente

McClaren named coach of FC Twente

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

Former England manager Steve McClaren has been appointed coach of FC Twente, the Dutch club said on Friday.

39 found dead in truck container near London, driver arrested

39 found dead in truck container near London, driver arrested

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

A 25-year-old driver from Northern Ireland has been arrested on suspicion of murder of the 39 people, they said.

Will Govt BAN Cryptos?

Will Govt BAN Cryptos?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

As lobbying and counter-lobbying intensify, right now, it looks like a T20 match, discovers Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Weather will be a problem in Tests: Inzamam

Weather will be a problem in Tests: Inzamam

Rediff.com7 Nov 2005

Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq fears that the outcome of the test series against England will be affected by a loss of overs due to fewer playing hours.

7 Test players in Pakistan 'A' squad

7 Test players in Pakistan 'A' squad

Rediff.com2 Nov 2005

Hasan Raza will lead the side against England in the second three-day tour match in Lahore from November 6.

Afghan cricket: Swapping Kalashnikovs for cricket bats

Afghan cricket: Swapping Kalashnikovs for cricket bats

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

Unlike football, which offends the sensibilities of some very conservative Muslims because it is normally played in shorts, cricket is played in long sleeves and trousers, in line with traditional dress codes. It also bears some resemblance to traditional Afghan children's games involving throwing and using sticks to hit smaller sticks or balls.

PICS: Japan lose to Poland, but advance on lesser yellow cards than Senegal

PICS: Japan lose to Poland, but advance on lesser yellow cards than Senegal

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

apan, needing only a draw to reach the knockout phase of the World Cup, were being held to a goalless draw at halftime by already-eliminated Poland in their final Group H match on Thursday.

New York City FC to play friendlies in Manchester

New York City FC to play friendlies in Manchester

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Newly-formed New York City FC will begin their preparations for their Major League Soccer (MLS) debut with two friendly matches in Manchester next month, Manchester City said on Tuesday.

MLS PHOTOS: Kaka inspires Orlando to 4-0 thrashing of Galaxy

MLS PHOTOS: Kaka inspires Orlando to 4-0 thrashing of Galaxy

Rediff.com18 May 2015

LA Galaxy suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Major League Soccer newcomers Orlando City on Sunday.

Henry confirms New York Red Bulls departure

Henry confirms New York Red Bulls departure

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Thierry Henry is leaving Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls, the former France and Arsenal striker said on Monday.

Dhoni@39: 14 things you didn't know

Dhoni@39: 14 things you didn't know

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

From TC to Cricket Legend, what an incredible journey Mahi has had!

Former Newcastle 'keeper Srnicek dies aged 47

Former Newcastle 'keeper Srnicek dies aged 47

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek died on Tuesday at the age of 47, nine days after suffering a cardiac arrest in the CzechRepublic.

Howrah Bridge at 75: A brief history

Howrah Bridge at 75: A brief history

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

The iconic bridge was opened to the public in the middle of World War II.

The Incomparable Ved Mehta

The Incomparable Ved Mehta

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

On a visit to India in 2013, writer Ved Mehta -- who passed into the ages on Sunday January 10, 2021 - gave Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel a rare glimpse into his state of mind and what he thinks of the changes he encounters in his motherland.

PHOTOS: United States goes in deep freeze

PHOTOS: United States goes in deep freeze

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

The coldest blast of arctic air has swept across some of United State's biggest cities. Schools were shut, public transport hit and office-goers delayed across the Midwest and New England because of below-zero temperatures.

Brexit: Nations shouldn't take decisions in a fit of passion

Brexit: Nations shouldn't take decisions in a fit of passion

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

'A nation can take a quick decision in a fit of passion or excitement that can be damaging to itself in the long term,' says Aakar Patel.

40 years to the day: When Canada stunned a Chappell-led Australia

40 years to the day: When Canada stunned a Chappell-led Australia

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

The big names in the Aussies squad were tricked into partying hard a night before they lost to rookie, cricket-loving Canadians in a one-off One-day match.

Guwahati on ICC watchlist

Guwahati on ICC watchlist

Rediff.com10 Apr 2006

There was crowd disturbance at the venue after the fifth ODI between India and England was called off due to rain

Cricket Buzz: Women captains to have voice at BCCI Conclave

Cricket Buzz: Women captains to have voice at BCCI Conclave

Rediff.com8 May 2019

During the May 17 conclave in Mumbai, the captains and coaches of the women's state teams will be joining their male counterparts in giving assessment of the just-concluded domestic season.

Limited-overs matches dominate India's cramped home season

Limited-overs matches dominate India's cramped home season

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

Virat Kohli's men will play 11 one-day internationals, nine Twenty20 matches and three Tests against Australia, New Zealand and Sri Lanka between late September and December.