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Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Federer had his first hit on Thursday at the ATP 500 event at the German city of Halle, where he has won 10 titles.

Kohli is all smiles at Ageas Bowl

Kohli is all smiles at Ageas Bowl

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

With lush green grass of the stadium in the background, Kohli was all smiles and seen striking a double peace post in a black t-shirt.

I'm not planning to get vaccinated: Djokovic

I'm not planning to get vaccinated: Djokovic

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

'I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card'

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

'Centre can't abdicate its responsibility'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'The Centre and state need to take a unified approach and take concerted action before this matter assumes menacing proportions because unemployment, the drug trade and the levels of frustration among the youth make them vulnerable to any maverick who promises something better.'

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Australia's blockbuster four-Test series against India will be the greatest challenge Pat Cummins has faced in his young captaincy as he looks to conquer the "final frontier".

Djokovic can play at Wimbledon; no vaccination required

Djokovic can play at Wimbledon; no vaccination required

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Unvaccinated players are not barred from participating in Wimbledon

Qualifier 1: Top Performer: Jos Buttler

Qualifier 1: Top Performer: Jos Buttler

Rediff.com25 May 2022

After having gone five innings without a fifty, the Englishman bounced back with a breezy 89 off 56 balls as the Rajasthan Royals posted 188/6 against the Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2022 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Verstappen inches closer to F1 title with Suzuka pole

Verstappen inches closer to F1 title with Suzuka pole

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Verstappen hustled his Honda-powered Red Bull around the popular figure-of-eight layout in one minute, 29.304 seconds

F1: Verstappen on pole for home Dutch Grand Prix

F1: Verstappen on pole for home Dutch Grand Prix

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc will line up alongside on the front row after a final qualifying session that ended with Verstappen's Mexican team mate Sergio Perez crashing at the final corner.

Sania Mirza, Mattek-Sands bow out of women's doubles

Sania Mirza, Mattek-Sands bow out of women's doubles

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Kudermetova and Vesnina clinched the second set quite easily as Sania and Mattek-Sands pair bowed out

Wimbledon defends 'slippery' courts after Serena injury

Wimbledon defends 'slippery' courts after Serena injury

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Frenchman Adrian Mannarino also quit at two sets apiece against eight-times champion Roger Federer after sliding over on Centre Court and injuring his knee.

All about seven-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic

All about seven-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

The Serbian top seed won a fourth successive title at the All England Club to take his overall Grand Slam tally to 21.

Here's how rain, Ireland put England's T20 WC in peril

Here's how rain, Ireland put England's T20 WC in peril

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Ireland, who have already upset West Indies at the tournament, produced a disciplined bowling performance to restrict England's big hitters.

DC-RR: Turning Points: Ashwin's Wicket; Warner's 3 Lives

DC-RR: Turning Points: Ashwin's Wicket; Warner's 3 Lives

Rediff.com12 May 2022

His third life came astonishingly when the ball hit the stumps, the bail lit up and fell back into place!

The VAR debate still rages on

The VAR debate still rages on

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Former Scotland midfielder Graeme Souness said FIFA needed to be more transparent over VAR decisions.

Federer loses to Auger-Aliassime in Halle

Federer loses to Auger-Aliassime in Halle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Auger-Aliassime was a step up for Federer who was far from his best in an error-strewn display.

'We have become passive consumers of hatred'

'We have become passive consumers of hatred'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

'The right wing has worked for 70-80 years at the grass roots before it burst onto social media.' 'Social media is an extension of its formidable work in society.' 'If you think you can fight them on social media, forget it. You can't.'

Wimbledon doesn't care what looks cool: Kyrgios

Wimbledon doesn't care what looks cool: Kyrgios

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Nick Kyrgios would rather wear all black when competing at Wimbledon instead of adhering to the all-white dress code

Olympics PIX: Italy's Jacobs takes stunning 100 metres gold

Olympics PIX: Italy's Jacobs takes stunning 100 metres gold

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Kerley, hoping to be the first American winner since Justin Gatlin in 2004, ran brilliantly for second, with De Grasse finishing fast in another lifetime best.

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Three major upsets that highlighted this World Cup.

T20 WC: It's India v England, Pakistan v NZ in semis

T20 WC: It's India v England, Pakistan v NZ in semis

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Pakistan will join India, England and New Zealand in the semi-finals

PHOTOS: France go past England into the semi-finals

PHOTOS: France go past England into the semi-finals

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

If this sporting clash was, as English essayist, novelist and journalist George Orwell said, "war minus the shooting" both sets of players were more than ready, and set about each other with little restraint.

Pink Ball Test: Curators have to pitch it right

Pink Ball Test: Curators have to pitch it right

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

What goes in favour of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) is that it has some experience of hosting a multi-day game with pink ball.

Eriksen scores on Parken return after Euro heart attack

Eriksen scores on Parken return after Euro heart attack

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Eriksen scored a brilliant goal as he made a triumphant return to the Parken Stadium

Pujara@100: All about India's 'spiritual' batting star

Pujara@100: All about India's 'spiritual' batting star

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

On the cusp of his 100th Test, Cheteshwar Pujara, the quiet warrior of Indian cricket, always ends up winning the race.

Can Nadal tame Federer on grass?

Can Nadal tame Federer on grass?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2006

The French Open champion is eyeing glory at Wimbledon, despite having won only one match on grass over the past 12 months.

He Wanted India, China To Be Friends

He Wanted India, China To Be Friends

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

'My father's life sends a message that there are positive things happening between India and China, no matter what happens at the border.'

Winter Recipe: Pumpkin Lemongrass Soup

Winter Recipe: Pumpkin Lemongrass Soup

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Cosy up with a warm bowl of pumpkin soup as you enjoy Christmas carols or the winter chill.

Tokyo Olympics: The 8 contenders for Bolt's 100m crown

Tokyo Olympics: The 8 contenders for Bolt's 100m crown

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

With the retirement of three-time champion Usain Bolt, the 100m will have a new gold medallist at Tokyo 2020.

You learn a lot playing on tricky wickets: Rohit

You learn a lot playing on tricky wickets: Rohit

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

India captain Rohit Sharma is happy that his team got to 'learn a lot' in their eight-wicket victory over South Africa in a low-scoring chase on a tricky pitch in the first T20 International.

Kohli not keen on changing the winning combination

Kohli not keen on changing the winning combination

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday said there is no reason to change the winning combination but did not shut the door on R Aswhin's inclusion in the playing XI, saying pitch can bring the seasoned off-spinner back into the picture in England.

Kerala HC upholds life term for 10 in J-K terror recruitment case

Kerala HC upholds life term for 10 in J-K terror recruitment case

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The Kerala high court on Monday upheld the conviction and life sentence of 10 accused, including suspected Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative Tadiyantavide Naseer, by an NIA court in 2013 in a case regarding recruitment of youths from Kerala for terror camps in Jammu and Kashmir to 'wage war against India'.

PIX: Wimbledon ends in tears for injured Serena

PIX: Wimbledon ends in tears for injured Serena

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Tennis great Serena Williams limped out of Wimbledon in tears on Tuesday after her latest bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles crown ended in injury.

'Kyrgios poised for major breakthrough at Wimbledon'

'Kyrgios poised for major breakthrough at Wimbledon'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Evert said she has been impressed by what she has seen from the 27-year-old.

Williams makes winning return after year out

Williams makes winning return after year out

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Serena beat Sara Sorribes Tormo and Marie Bouzkova 2-6, 6-3, (13-11) in the women's doubles.

Recipe: Chilled Kerala Buttermilk or Moru Sambaram

Recipe: Chilled Kerala Buttermilk or Moru Sambaram

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Kerala buttermilk is a soothing summer drink.

Hurkacz thrashes Medvedev for Halle title; Jabeur wins

Hurkacz thrashes Medvedev for Halle title; Jabeur wins

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Hubert Hurkacz showed his Wimbledon credentials on Sunday, hammering world number one Daniil Medvedev

Federer stalks triple crown on grass

Federer stalks triple crown on grass

Rediff.com15 Jun 2005

Cheetah slowly adapting to new home in India after initial hesitation

Cheetah slowly adapting to new home in India after initial hesitation

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

All the eight cheetahs looked fit and fine and drank water kept at their quarantine enclosure in the KNP.

Siya Review

Siya Review

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Siya captures the wounded soul of its protagonist with deeply felt grit and pathos, observes Sukanya Verma.