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RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.

Aditi Ashok Ends LA Championship In T-51 Position

Aditi Ashok Ends LA Championship In T-51 Position

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok finished tied for 51st at the JM Eagle LA Championship after struggling with a four-over 76 in the final round, marred by an early triple bogey. Hannah Green won the championship after a comeback victory.

Pranavi Urs Improves Position At Joburg Ladies Open

Pranavi Urs Improves Position At Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Pranavi Urs, the only Indian golfer to make the cut, improved her position at the Joburg Ladies Open, while several French golfers lead the competition.

Shubhankar Sharma Leads Boulders Classic by Seven Shots After Exceptional Round

Shubhankar Sharma Leads Boulders Classic by Seven Shots After Exceptional Round

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Shubhankar Sharma fired an eight-under 64 to take a commanding lead at the Boulders Classic golf tournament in Hyderabad.

McIlroy dominates Masters; holds six-stroke lead

McIlroy dominates Masters; holds six-stroke lead

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Rory McIlroy takes a commanding lead at the Masters, setting the stage for an exciting weekend as he aims to become the fourth player to win back-to-back titles.

Pranavi Urs Survives Cut At Joburg Ladies Open

Pranavi Urs Survives Cut At Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Pranavi Urs was the only Indian golfer to make the cut at the Joburg Ladies Open, while Tvesa Malik and Diksha Dagar narrowly missed out. Celine Herbin and Brianna Navarrosa share the lead.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Eyes Another Win at Mauritius IGPL Event

Gaganjeet Bhullar Eyes Another Win at Mauritius IGPL Event

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar, a seasoned golfer with multiple Asian Tour and IGPL titles, expresses his confidence and aims for a win at the AM Green IGPL Invitational 2026 in Mauritius, acknowledging the strong competition and the significance of the event for young Indian golfers.

How Pukhraj Singh Gill Clinched ADT Players Title

How Pukhraj Singh Gill Clinched ADT Players Title

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Pukhraj Singh Gill emerged victorious at the ADT Players Championship presented by The R&A, overcoming a tense three-way play-off to secure his first international title.

Shubhankar Sharma Takes Two-Shot Lead at Boulders Classic

Shubhankar Sharma Takes Two-Shot Lead at Boulders Classic

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Shubhankar Sharma leads the Boulders Classic golf tournament after carding a second consecutive six-under 66 in the second round. He holds a two-shot lead over Divyanshu Bajaj.

England focus on golf, naps, beaches to lift bruised spirits

England focus on golf, naps, beaches to lift bruised spirits

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Having hit Western Australia's golf links before being beaten by eight wickets in Perth, England's enthusiasts will have access to a selection of championship courses to play a round before a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from a recent rollover crash in Florida.

Udayan Mane Tied for Lead After Bogey-Free Start in South Africa

Udayan Mane Tied for Lead After Bogey-Free Start in South Africa

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Udayan Mane, Milind Soni and Manav Shah are tied for the lead at the IGPL Invitational South Africa after the first day. Gaganjeet Bhullar and Karandeep Kochhar are also in contention.

Vinay Kumar Yadav Secures First Title at PGTI NexGen After Playoff Thriller

Vinay Kumar Yadav Secures First Title at PGTI NexGen After Playoff Thriller

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Vinay Kumar Yadav of Delhi emerged victorious at the PGTI NexGen tournament in Gurugram, securing his maiden title after a thrilling playoff against Arjunveer Shishir of Chandigarh.

Ganapathy and Baisoya Share Lead at AM Green IGPL Mauritius

Ganapathy and Baisoya Share Lead at AM Green IGPL Mauritius

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Veer Ganapathy and Sachin Baisoya share the lead after the first round of the AM Green IGPL Invitational 2026 in Mauritius, with several other golfers close behind.

Chacarra in Contention at Hero Indian Open After Solid Opening Round

Chacarra in Contention at Hero Indian Open After Solid Opening Round

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Defending champion Eugenio Chacarra is in a good position to contend for another Hero Indian Open title, while Freddy Schott leads after the first round. Veer Ahlawat is the best-placed Indian golfer.

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

'Go and play golf...' Yuvi's advice to Gill, Abhishek!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

India's two time World Cup-winning hero Yuvraj Singh has said golf could have helped him score "at least 3,000 more runs" in international cricket and advised his "wards" Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma to take up the sport for its calming influence.

Udayan Mane Clinches AM Green IGPL Title With Dominant Display

Udayan Mane Clinches AM Green IGPL Title With Dominant Display

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Udayan Mane secured his first AM Green IGPL Trophy with a commanding seven-shot victory over Gaganjeet Bhullar at the AM Green IGPL Invitational South Africa. Mane's strong performance, including a final-round 67, highlighted his return to form after a period without a win.

Karandeep Kochhar Finishes Strong at International Series Japan

Karandeep Kochhar Finishes Strong at International Series Japan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

India's Karandeep Kochhar finished fifth at the International Series Japan after a strong final round, while Australia's Travis Smyth won the tournament with a dramatic eagle on the last hole.

How ChatGPT Aided Fake IPL Ticket Scam In Lucknow

How ChatGPT Aided Fake IPL Ticket Scam In Lucknow

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Police in Lucknow have arrested four people for allegedly using ChatGPT and graphic design software to create and sell fake IPL tickets outside the Ekana Stadium.

Ended nine wars, would 'love to' make Russia-Ukraine 10th one: Trump

Ended nine wars, would 'love to' make Russia-Ukraine 10th one: Trump

Rediff.com9 May 2026

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) touted his claims of ending multiple global conflicts after he took charge of the White House and expressed hope that the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war could become the next one resolved, saying he would "love to" make it the tenth.

Karandeep Kochhar Shines at International Series Japan, Jeev Milkha Singh Makes Cut

Karandeep Kochhar Shines at International Series Japan, Jeev Milkha Singh Makes Cut

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karandeep Kochhar's impressive performance at the International Series Japan sees him tied for second place, while veteran Jeev Milkha Singh makes his first Asian Tour cut since 2024.

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open After Second Round

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open After Second Round

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Khalin Joshi's consistent performance propels him to the lead at the Andhra Open golf tournament, while Dhruv Sheoran slips to second place after a challenging round.

Aditi Ashok Struggles At Chevron Championship; Nelly Korda Leads

Aditi Ashok Struggles At Chevron Championship; Nelly Korda Leads

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Aditi Ashok had a disappointing start at The Chevron Championship, while Nelly Korda leads the tournament after the first day.

Kumar and Hack Tied for Lead at Indorama Ventures Open

Kumar and Hack Tied for Lead at Indorama Ventures Open

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Brijesh Kumar and Jhared Hack emerged as joint leaders after the second day of the Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship in Ahmedabad, with both golfers displaying strong performances.

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

US, Iran likely to resume talks in Islamabad next week

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The United States and Iran could resume negotiations as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the matter.

Indian Golfers Eye Victory at Hero Indian Open After Years of Drought

Indian Golfers Eye Victory at Hero Indian Open After Years of Drought

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Shubhankar Sharma, Rayhan Thomas, and Yuvraj Sandhu lead the Indian contingent hoping to end the title drought at the Hero Indian Open, a tournament last won by an Indian golfer in 2017.

Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Sandhu Off To Slow Starts At Volvo China Open

Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Sandhu Off To Slow Starts At Volvo China Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Sandhu had slow starts at the Volvo China Open in Shanghai, finishing T-48 and 153rd respectively after the opening round.

Tiger Woods Steps Down as 2027 Ryder Cup Captain to Focus on Health

Tiger Woods Steps Down as 2027 Ryder Cup Captain to Focus on Health

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Tiger Woods steps down as 2027 Ryder Cup captain to focus on his health following a DUI case, with the PGA of America backing his decision and updates on leadership to follow.

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The shift towards power-hitting in cricket has led to a revolution in bat manufacturing, with makers using scientific precision and customisation to meet the demands of modern batters.

'If they misbehave': Trump warns Iran of resuming strikes

'If they misbehave': Trump warns Iran of resuming strikes

Rediff.com3 May 2026

US President Donald Trump stated that military strikes against Iran could resume if they 'misbehave,' even as he reviews a new proposal from Tehran aimed at ending the paused conflict.

Trump dispels health rumours, hits golf course

Trump dispels health rumours, hits golf course

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

President Donald Trump spent part of Saturday on the golf course, dispelling speculation that health concerns had kept him away from public view for the past few days.

Aaron Rai stays in top 10, Sudarshan makes cut at Cognizant Classic Golf

Aaron Rai stays in top 10, Sudarshan makes cut at Cognizant Classic Golf

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Aaron Rai maintained his position in the Top-10 while Sudarshan Yellamaraju qualified for the weekend rounds at the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches.

Semwal Takes Two-Shot Lead at DP World PGTI NexGen Event

Semwal Takes Two-Shot Lead at DP World PGTI NexGen Event

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Siddharth Semwal's impressive second round puts him in the lead at the DP World PGTI NexGen 2024 tournament in Gurugram, as the PGTI aims to expand golf's reach in India.

Rory McIlroy holds nerve to defend Masters title

Rory McIlroy holds nerve to defend Masters title

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Rory McIlroy overcame a shaky start to secure his second consecutive Masters title, joining an elite group of golfers who have achieved this feat. His victory came after a tense final round where he held off a strong challenge from Scottie Scheffler.

How Diksha Dagar Fared At SA Women's Open

How Diksha Dagar Fared At SA Women's Open

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar experienced a challenging day at the Investec SA Women's Open, slipping down the leaderboard due to unfavourable weather conditions. Other Indian players, Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth, managed to improve their positions slightly, while several others missed the cut. Pia Babnik and Esme Hamilton are tied for the lead.

Rayhan Thomas Starts Well At Tulum Championship

Rayhan Thomas Starts Well At Tulum Championship

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Rayhan Thomas began his campaign at the Tulum Championship with an even-par round, placing him in a tie for 60th position. Julian Suri faces an uphill battle after a challenging round.

Diksha Dagar's Late Bogeys Impact Standing At SA Women's Open

Diksha Dagar's Late Bogeys Impact Standing At SA Women's Open

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar finished the second round of the Investec SA Women's Open tied for 16th place after dropping two crucial shots late in her round. Other Indian golfers, including Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth, also participated, with mixed results.

Diksha Dagar Finishes Strong at Women's Australian Open

Diksha Dagar Finishes Strong at Women's Australian Open

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Diksha Dagar finished as the top Indian golfer at the Women's Australian Open, securing a Tied 45th place. Hannah Green won the tournament, becoming the first Australian to win the title since 2014.

McIlroy, Burns Share Masters Lead; Rai in Top 10

McIlroy, Burns Share Masters Lead; Rai in Top 10

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns share the lead after the first round of the Masters, while Aaron Rai finishes in the top 10. Akshay Bhatia faces challenges on the back nine.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Ends Tied-26th At Singapore International Series

Gaganjeet Bhullar Ends Tied-26th At Singapore International Series

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar finished the International Series Singapore at Tied-26th after a disappointing final round. Korea's Jeongwoo Ham secured a wire-to-wire victory, earning a spot in the Open Championship.