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J&K: 5 Jaish terrorists killed in 2 separate encounters

J&K: 5 Jaish terrorists killed in 2 separate encounters

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

12 security personnel, including three officers, were also injured in the operation at Reasi.

Watson confident of regaining full fitness in time for World T20

Watson confident of regaining full fitness in time for World T20

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

The 34-year-old suffered the injury bowling for Islamabad in the T20 tournament in the UAE and immediately withdrew to fly home to Sydney for scans and an assessment

5 reasons why there is 'war' between West Indies players and Board

5 reasons why there is 'war' between West Indies players and Board

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

The impasse between the West Indies squad for the World Twenty20 and the region's cricket board appeared no closer to resolution on Wednesday with both sides sticking to their positions.

We have not lost form, says Liverpool gaffer Klopp after two home draws

We have not lost form, says Liverpool gaffer Klopp after two home draws

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

Liverpool went into last Sunday's Merseyside derby on the back of five wins from their previous six league games but were held to a 1-1 draw at Anfield by Everton and then to a goalless stalemate at home against West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday.

PIX: Nadal delivers glory for Spain as Davis Cup starts new era

PIX: Nadal delivers glory for Spain as Davis Cup starts new era

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Spain's talisman Rafael Nadal sealed a sixth Davis Cup title for his country on Sunday when they beat Canada 2-0 in the final of the revamped event.

Who is the favourite to win EPL title?

Who is the favourite to win EPL title?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Strong start bodes well for Spurs' title hopes, says Lee

Sami doubtful starter for Pakistan's opener against Bangladesh

Sami doubtful starter for Pakistan's opener against Bangladesh

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Sami is a doubtful starter for his side's ICC World Twenty20 opener against Bangladesh at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday after injuring his toe during a practice session. Sami, who was hit on the toe by a local bowler during their first practice session on Sunday, failed to recover from the injury and missed Pakistan's warm-up match against defending champions Sri Lanka. "There's still no word on his fitness and we're not sure whether he would be available for the first match," Pakistan team's media manager told reporters.

Can Team India bounce back in the final Test?

Can Team India bounce back in the final Test?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

What should Team India do to bounce back at the Oval and salvage lost pride?

IN PICS: Femme fatales who protected Gaddafi

IN PICS: Femme fatales who protected Gaddafi

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

They were clearly not around when Gaddafi needed them the most on Thursday, but they were indeed a sight to behold in the Arab world: the all-women squad of bodyguards, dressed in blue and armed to the teeth, who surrounded the slain leader.

No bitterness as Liverpool's Sterling joins Manchester City for record fee

No bitterness as Liverpool's Sterling joins Manchester City for record fee

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

Manchester City made Raheem Sterling the most expensive English player in history when they completed a deal for the 20-year-old forward on Tuesday, rubber-stamping an acrimonious end to his Liverpool career.

Johnson to replace Lee for ODIs

Johnson to replace Lee for ODIs

Rediff.com8 Dec 2005

Brett Lee is to have surgery on his nasal passage to correct breathing problems

Even we need to survive!

Even we need to survive!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The humans are in trouble. They've been attacked by a Virus. What happens to the animals who depend on them? The Crows? The Dogs? And The Cats? Nitin Sathe's short story set in the times of the coronavirus.

Chelsea seal Wright-Phillips signing

Chelsea seal Wright-Phillips signing

Rediff.com19 Jul 2005

Chelsea seal Wright-Phillips signing

Chelsea seal Wright-Phillips signing

Rediff.com18 Jul 2005

Shaun Wright-Phillips completed his move from Manchester City to Chelsea on Monday, signing a five-year contract with the English champions.

'BJP will not come back to power'

'BJP will not come back to power'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

'Just as a wave brought the BJP into power; an anti wave will blow them away.'

Liverpool manager Rodgers confirms Sterling transfer

Liverpool manager Rodgers confirms Sterling transfer

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

"The situation is very simple. The club has agreed with another for a deal for Raheem to be transferred and subject to medical that will go through," Rodgers said.

Pakistan team leaves for World T20 in India

Pakistan team leaves for World T20 in India

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

A 27-member Pakistan cricket contingent left for India to take part in the Twenty20 World Cup, finally ending days of uncertainty over their participation in the mega event. The team will be reaching Kolkata via Abu Dhabi. The Pakistan squad including 15 players, 12 officials and support staff reached the Allama Iqbal international airport amidst tight security and boarded a flight hours after the Pakistan government finally gave the PCB the green signal to fly to India to take part in the ICC event. Due to a long stay in Abu Dhabi the squad will reach Kolkata later this evening. Head coach Waqar Younis, before departing for India, left a message on his Twitter account calling for unity in the team. "Come on together we can do it," he tweeted a message aimed at motivating the players. He told the media that though the departure of the team for India had been hit by uncertainty and security issues, the focus of the players now would only be on cricket and doing well in the world event.

Can Delhi continue momentum against struggling SunRisers?

Can Delhi continue momentum against struggling SunRisers?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Delhi Capitals have made the perfect start to IPL, with two morale-boosting victories, while SunRisers Hyderabad are the only side yet to register a win in the tournament, having lost both their games.

Injured Maxwell to miss T20 opener vs India

Injured Maxwell to miss T20 opener vs India

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has been ruled out of the first Twenty20 International against India in Adelaide on Tuesday after sustaining a hamstring injury which forced him to fly back home to Melbourne.

Football Focus: Guardiola seeks more consistency from City

Football Focus: Guardiola seeks more consistency from City

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Here's a sneak peek at this year's Republic Day parade

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Each year the nation is glued to its television screen as the country shows off its might at the Republic Day parade. However, it takes much practice with sessions starting 5 am, and dedication of the participating paramilitary jawans, other participants and behind-the-scenes helpers -- labourers, cleaners and security staff, among others -- who brave the relentless Delhi chill to make the parade a flawless spectacle.

Bond, Astle for England tour

Bond, Astle for England tour

Rediff.com8 Apr 2004

The two New Zealand players will need to pass fitness tests before the team leaves for England on April 27.

This is what makes Sport so amazing!

This is what makes Sport so amazing!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Awesome images from the world of Sport 2018.

Vinay Kumar ruled out of Zimbabwe tour

Vinay Kumar ruled out of Zimbabwe tour

Rediff.com30 May 2010

R Vinay Kumar was ruled out of the ongoing tri-series in Zimbabwe because of a knee injury and his Karnataka new-ball partner Abhimanyu Mithun will replace him in the Indian squad there.

EPL PIX: Leeds hold City; Everton and Chelsea cruise

EPL PIX: Leeds hold City; Everton and Chelsea cruise

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

James Rodriguez netted twice and Dominic Calvert-Lewin became the first Everton player to score in the opening four matches of a Premier League season as they beat Brighton & Hove Albion 4-2 on Saturday to stay top of the table with a maximum 12 points.

Davis Cup: Murray likely to miss Britain's quarter-final

Davis Cup: Murray likely to miss Britain's quarter-final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray says he is unlikely to play in Britain's Davis Cup quarter-final clash in Serbia this weekend but could travel to Belgrade in support of the team.

England favourites but anything possible: Williamson

England favourites but anything possible: Williamson

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

A new 50-overs world champion will emerge at Lord's after what many consider will be a battle between England's deep batting lineup and New Zealand's incisive bowling attack.

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

A multi-layered security cover has been thrown over the national capital ahead of Independence Day with over 40,000 security personnel deployed across New Delhi to keep a hawk-eyed vigil against any possible terror strike.

Sehwag to lead MCC in four-day match against Durham

Sehwag to lead MCC in four-day match against Durham

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

India Test discard Virender Sehwag has been roped in to captain the Marylebone Cricket Club squad in a four-day Champion County match against Durham, starting March 23, in Abu Dhabi.

Pietersen confident first Test will go ahead

Pietersen confident first Test will go ahead

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

England captain Kevin Pietersen said on Thursday he was confident that his team would travel to India for next week's first Test in Chennai despite the recent atrocities in the country.

Strauss says players happy to return

Strauss says players happy to return

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

Contrary to media reports, England batsman Andrew Strauss claimed his team-mates are happy to be returning to India for the two-Test series later this month, notwithstanding the Mumbai terror attacks. With the dust gradually settling down, Strauss said it is the right decision to resume the tour.

Desperate Sri Lanka face tough task against Aus

Desperate Sri Lanka face tough task against Aus

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Sri Lanka have not played a match at the World Cup since June 4, forced to split points with Bangladesh and Pakistan following two washed out games.

PIX: Messi-Mbappe lift PSG to win; Liverpool edge Atletico

PIX: Messi-Mbappe lift PSG to win; Liverpool edge Atletico

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday.

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

England to resume aborted tour of India

England to resume aborted tour of India

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

England are to fly to Abu Dhabi on Thursday before travelling to India to resume the tour they aborted after last week's militant attacks in Mumbai. The senior squad, along with nine members of the England Performance Squad, will practice in Abu Dhabi before travelling on to India next week subject to the implementation of security recommendations.

Will Jasprit Bumrah get ODI look-in?

Will Jasprit Bumrah get ODI look-in?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Ashwin, Jadeja likely to be rested; Team selection on Aug 13

Indian women's team to reach SA early unlike Kohli & Co.

Indian women's team to reach SA early unlike Kohli & Co.

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The Indian Women's team is going to South Africa early, and skipper Mithali Raj, on Tuesday, said it would help the side to get used to the conditions there.

Bottas wins in Japan as Mercedes take sixth title in a row

Bottas wins in Japan as Mercedes take sixth title in a row

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

Valtteri Bottas roared to victory in the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday as Mercedes clinched the Formula One constructors' championship for the sixth year in a row.

Ajmal, Hafeez to visit Chennai for informal tests

Ajmal, Hafeez to visit Chennai for informal tests

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Pakistan's suspended off-spinners Saeed Ajmal and Mohammad Hafeez have decided to go for informal tests to the ICC accredited bowling centre in Chennai.

World Cup: Spain count on more Costa goals to top group

World Cup: Spain count on more Costa goals to top group

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

A draw in Kaliningrad would guarantee the 2010 winners safe passage into the last 16 but to be assured of winning the group they need to win a scoring contest with Portugal, who play Iran at the same time.