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Barcelona appoint Hansi Flick as new head coach

Barcelona appoint Hansi Flick as new head coach

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Barcelona have appointed former German national team and Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick as head coach on a two-year contract, the LaLiga club said on Wednesday.

Age no factor as Intanon eyes Asiad podium

Age no factor as Intanon eyes Asiad podium

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Intanon still holds on to the dream of an Olympic medal.

Can New Zealand's spin-taming skills triumph in Pune?

Can New Zealand's spin-taming skills triumph in Pune?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

New Zealand must adapt quickly, says Daryl Mitchell as spin-friendly surface beckons at Pune

Rattled India target rare three-peat in Australia

Rattled India target rare three-peat in Australia

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Australia's mouthwatering clash with India sees the two behemoths of the modern game go head-to-head in five tests over six weeks with the tourists eyeing a third straight series triumph Down Under.

After Hong Kong no-show, Messi plays in Tokyo

After Hong Kong no-show, Messi plays in Tokyo

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

After leaving fans guessing about whether or not he would take to the pitch, Lionel Messi came on in the 60th minute in Inter Miami's friendly match against J-League side Vissel Kobe in Tokyo on Wednesday.

When Kohli Blocked Glenn Maxwell....

When Kohli Blocked Glenn Maxwell....

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Maxwell upset Kohli with a gesture in a Test match...

'How Important Is A Man's Virginity In An Arranged Marriage?'

'How Important Is A Man's Virginity In An Arranged Marriage?'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai counsells individuals about how they can navigate complex relationships in their personal and professional lives.

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The growing decline of MTech applicants in Indian colleges is due to multiple factors, including outdated curricula, poor return on investment and lucrative non-engineering alternatives, say experts.

Global Chess League: Players embrace 'franchise' format

Global Chess League: Players embrace 'franchise' format

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Five-time world champions Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen played out a draw in the top duel of the opening day as the second edition of the Global Chess League began with players from around the world squaring off in London on Thursday.

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

Is less more? Will Smith follow 'Mr. Cricket's' advice?

Is less more? Will Smith follow 'Mr. Cricket's' advice?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Smith took a leaf out of Hussey's book and did not train on the day before the Adelaide Test, hoping to be fresh for a big score.

Former Liverpool skipper Yeats passes away

Former Liverpool skipper Yeats passes away

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Former Liverpool captain and Scotland defender Ron Yeats has died at the age of 86

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Global Chess: Mumba Masters upset leaders Alaskan Knights

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Mumba Masters defeated tournament leaders PBG Alaskan Knights, denying them direct qualification to the finals of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League in London on Wednesday.

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Cook picks Root's closest rival: Not Kohli or Smith

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes at the "precise moment in time" the in-form Joe Root is only matched by New Zealand's Kane Williamson.

Will BB3 Join Bollywood's Top 10 Horror Comedies?

Will BB3 Join Bollywood's Top 10 Horror Comedies?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

This year, the genre has done especially well, with films like Stree 2 and Munjya. Will Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 keep up the momentum?

How DAP Targets Honest Taxpayers, Misses Evaders

How DAP Targets Honest Taxpayers, Misses Evaders

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

DAP does not consider past I-T returns to match a taxpayer's resources with their expenditures or investments, points out Harsh Roongta.

Just focus and don't consider 'favourite' tag: Eragaisi

Just focus and don't consider 'favourite' tag: Eragaisi

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has a word of advice for World Championship contender D Gukesh ahead of his clash against China's Ding Liren -- just focus on your preparation and don't count yourself as a "huge favourite" going into the title showdown.

Look Who Came To The US Open!

Look Who Came To The US Open!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The five time US Open champion was given the loudest cheer at the Arthur Ashe stadium.

CSK pacer Tushar Deshpande undergoes ankle surgery

CSK pacer Tushar Deshpande undergoes ankle surgery

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The right-arm pacer informed about his surgery in a social media post on Tuesday. He was left out of Mumbai's 30-man probable list for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season.

Delhi court discharges man accused of rape over contradictory chats

Delhi court discharges man accused of rape over contradictory chats

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The judge said the complainant was "well-educated and mature", and it was highly improbable that instead of lodging a complaint against the accused, she would decide to marry him.

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Here's a wrap of all major international episodes in 2024.

Can Australia halt India's thunder Down Under?

Can Australia halt India's thunder Down Under?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Back-to-back Test series wins over Australia are almost unheard of but India have won the last four they have played.

Kiwis eye historic whitewash against India at Wankhede

Kiwis eye historic whitewash against India at Wankhede

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

A first ever series loss at home to New Zealand notwithstanding, India still have the "wood on us" while playing on turning wickets, said Kiwis spinner Ajaz Patel in Mumbai on Wednesday.

'Picking pink ball from the hand is tricky'

'Picking pink ball from the hand is tricky'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

K L Rahul has figured out that the pink Kookaburra comes at a quicker pace, hits the hands harder while fielding and picking it from the bowler's hand is pretty tricky.

Tennis calendar is 'killing us'

Tennis calendar is 'killing us'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Four-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz said a tight tennis calendar makes it difficult for players to stay motivated throughout the year and increases the risk of injuries.

Rana recalls sleepless night before debut

Rana recalls sleepless night before debut

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Rana didn't disappoint Gambhir either as the young pacer grabbed three wickets, supporting skipper Jasprit Bumrah to bundle out Australia for 104 in their first innings.

Bestie's Shaadi? Sukriti, Sreeleela Have Some Tips

Bestie's Shaadi? Sukriti, Sreeleela Have Some Tips

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

From vibrant lehengas to sassy saris, celebs provide bookmark-worthy references for anyone seeking to shine while complementing the bride on her special day.

'There Will Never Be Another Zakir Hussain'

'There Will Never Be Another Zakir Hussain'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Zakir bhai always said, 'koi chala nahi jata hai', he believed even after death, you left something of yourself behind and he has left so much of himself behind.'

How Reddy's 'Salaar' Style Celebration Stole the Show at MCG

How Reddy's 'Salaar' Style Celebration Stole the Show at MCG

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The maiden Test ton celebration in Salaar style was a tribute to his father Mutyala, who watched his son rescue India from the stand behind team's dug-out.

Coach Manolo eyes first win as India take on Vietnam

Coach Manolo eyes first win as India take on Vietnam

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Head coach Manolo Marquez will seek his first win with Team India in an international friendly against Vietnam in Nahm Din, Vietnam on Saturday which was originally planned as a Tri-Nation tournament before Lebanon's withdrawal.

Might awaken a sleeping giant: Hazlewood on Team India

Might awaken a sleeping giant: Hazlewood on Team India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Australian quick Josh Hazlewood expressed that India's rare series whitewash at home to New Zealand could "awaken a sleeping giant" as they prepare to take on the ICC World Test Championship table-toppers in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from November 22 onwards.

Under pressure India clash with Aussies in BGT opener

Under pressure India clash with Aussies in BGT opener

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

India will be under tremendous pressure when they face an equally circumspect Australia in a battle of two out-of-form batting units in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth

Shami prefers playing matches over practice

Shami prefers playing matches over practice

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

Mohammed Shami believes there is no better way to maintain optimum fitness than playing matches regularly.

Brilliant! A Toy Themed GaneshUtsav

Brilliant! A Toy Themed GaneshUtsav

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

'Coldplay Can't Be Number One Every Week'

'Coldplay Can't Be Number One Every Week'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

'For 90% of the summer we have. We have shown what a good team we can be.'

Injury crisis hit Aussie bowling lineup ahead of India series

Injury crisis hit Aussie bowling lineup ahead of India series

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Australia's decision to field an unchanged frontline pace attack last summer might have been unusual as selectors now reassess their seam options after losing allrounder Cameron Green.

India to start SAFF C'ship preparation with Nepal friendly

India to start SAFF C'ship preparation with Nepal friendly

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Indian men's football team will kick-start its preparations for the next month's SAFF Championships in Maldives with the first of the two international friendly matches against Nepal in Kathmandu on Thursday.

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Close to half of women soccer fans in England and Wales have personally experienced sexist or misogynistic abuse at matches but most have never reported it to authorities, a new study by anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out revealed on Wednesday.

PICS: Azhar back in India blues for BCCI friendly

PICS: Azhar back in India blues for BCCI friendly

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Secretary XI beats President XI in friendly on eve of AGM meeting.

At Team India's Nets In Pune

At Team India's Nets In Pune

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

India are aiming for a quick turnaround in the second Test, starting in Pune on Thursday.