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Records tumble as Aus give Scots batting masterclass

Records tumble as Aus give Scots batting masterclass

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Captain Mitchell Marsh hammered 39 off 12 balls before Josh Inglis and Stoinis drove Australia to 156 for three for victory, the highest chase achieved within 10 overs in men's T20Is.

Duleep Trophy: Avesh's all-round heroics spark India A's comeback

Duleep Trophy: Avesh's all-round heroics spark India A's comeback

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Pacer Avesh Khan sparkled with a gritty unbeaten half-century before taking the prized-scalp of Ishan Kishan as India A mounted a strong challenge against India C on day two of the Duleep Trophy final round match here on Friday.

Olympic hammer throw champ Nazarov gets 2-year doping ban

Olympic hammer throw champ Nazarov gets 2-year doping ban

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

Dilshod Nazarov of Tajikistan has been handed a backdated two-year doping ban, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) said on Thursday, and will be unable to defend his title at this year's Tokyo Olympics.

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

PICS: Man United held to a stalemate at Palace

PICS: Man United held to a stalemate at Palace

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Selhurst Park continues to prove a bafflingly tough place to play for United, who have not won there in their past five games and have just one goal to show for that stretch.

How old-school Gill danced his way to a ton

How old-school Gill danced his way to a ton

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Gill said he has been training to use his feet against the spinners from a very young age, and kept adding new layers to the skill with time.

Poland's Wlodarczyk wins third straight hammer gold medal

Poland's Wlodarczyk wins third straight hammer gold medal

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

alaika Mihambo of Germany snatched the Olympic gold in women's long jump with her final leap of 7.00 metres in an enthralling final at the Tokyo Games on Tuesday.

World Cup Qualifiers: Raza hammers record-breaking ton

World Cup Qualifiers: Raza hammers record-breaking ton

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Sikandar Raza smashed the fastest ODI hundred by a Zimbabwean as his team pulled off a second big chase in succession for a six-wicket win over the Netherlands in the ICC ODI World Cup Qualifier.

Indian sports hit by massive doping scandal

Indian sports hit by massive doping scandal

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

A chunk of athletes, including Asian Games medallist Kiran and badminton player Krishna Prasad Garaga have been suspended by NADA

Porel Or Pooran: Who Was Better? Vote!

Porel Or Pooran: Who Was Better? Vote!

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Abhishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs struck half-centuries for Delhi Capitals in their final league game of the season.

PIX: India's hopes hinge on Sarfaraz after Kohli's dismissal

PIX: India's hopes hinge on Sarfaraz after Kohli's dismissal

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 3 of the 1st Test played between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, on Friday.

Samoa batter Visser breaks Yuvraj Singh's T20 World record

Samoa batter Visser breaks Yuvraj Singh's T20 World record

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Samoa batter Darius Visser blasted six sixes to break the record for most runs from one over in a men's T20 International, against Vanuatu.

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Rediff.com19 May 2023

After hammering his sixth IPL century, Virat Kohli said he's doesn't care what anyone is saying on the outside as he's doing his bit on the field.

LSG Vs PBKS: Who Played The Best Knock?

LSG Vs PBKS: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Pooran Or De Kock? Dhawan or Pandya? Whose batting topped Saturday's contest?

League Cup: City down Watford; Chelsea ride on Nkunku's hat-trick

League Cup: City down Watford; Chelsea ride on Nkunku's hat-trick

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Newcastle United's clash with AFC Wimbledon was postponed after flooding damaged the Wimbledon pitch on Monday.

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

A brilliantly-worked goal by Ryan Christie and a Justin Kluivert penalty gave Bournemouth shock 2-0 Premier League win at home to 10-man Arsenal.

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Scotland stay in hunt for quarters with 1-0 win over 10-man Croatia

Ranji roundup: Shreyas's double ton boosts Mumbai

Ranji roundup: Shreyas's double ton boosts Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Shreyas Iyer continued with his red-hot form, smashing a stroke-filled 233 to lead Mumbai to a massive 602/4 declared in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match against Odisha.

Suryakumar doubtful for Duleep Trophy after injury?

Suryakumar doubtful for Duleep Trophy after injury?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Suryakumar Yadav's participation in the upcoming Duleep Trophy is in doubt after he injured his hand while fielding during the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament.

Protestors loot Sheikh Hasina's home, smash Mujib statue

Protestors loot Sheikh Hasina's home, smash Mujib statue

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Videos on social media showed protesters climbing a statue of Hasina's father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a 1971 Liberation War hero, in Dhaka and smashing it with hammers.

India Break Record After Record In Kanpur

India Break Record After Record In Kanpur

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Fastest 50, 100, 150, 200, 250 in Tests...

ISL: Mumbai City's unbeaten streak continues

ISL: Mumbai City's unbeaten streak continues

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Mumbai City FC grabbed their maiden victory of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season with a closely-fought 2-1 win against FC Goa in Margao on Saturday.

PIX: Liverpool record historic win over Real; PSV script dramatic win

PIX: Liverpool record historic win over Real; PSV script dramatic win

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

DK's explosive batting to light up Legends League Cricket

DK's explosive batting to light up Legends League Cricket

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Known for his explosive batting in the middle order, his quick glove work behind the stumps, and most recently his exceptional work as a commentator, DK's transition into the LLC marks a new chapter in his career

'Kamal Got Me Hooked On To Fitness'

'Kamal Got Me Hooked On To Fitness'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'It was my job to read out their lines to the actors and make sure they spoke them with the right diction, accent and pronunciation. If you look at my photographs from the Sadma set, you will always find me with a file in hand, even when I am in my costume. While Kamal and Sridevi were diligent about their Hindi dialogue, Silk Smitha, while always respectful, was not too interested in her lines or my instructions.'

The Real Star Of Lapatta Ladies

The Real Star Of Lapatta Ladies

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'There's a very strong feeling of sisterhood that I feel is missing in Indian households.' 'I genuinely advocate the feeling of sisterhood because I feel that some of the strongest bonds, friendships and support groups could be our immediate relatives.'

Did Sumit Nagal deliberately miss Davis Cup tie?

Did Sumit Nagal deliberately miss Davis Cup tie?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday suggested that the country's top player Sumit Nagal perhaps deliberately missed the Davis Cup tie against Sweden last week

How Yashasvi Jaiswal steered India to victory

How Yashasvi Jaiswal steered India to victory

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal struck a superb 93 from 53 balls to guide India to a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Axar Or Rajat: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Axar Or Rajat: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Rajat Patidar and Axar Patel struck half-centuries in a match dominated by the bowlers.

PIX: Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title

PIX: Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Carlos Alcaraz produced an utterly ruthless performance to dismantle Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final on Sunday.

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, could be headed for the players' auction after failing to make a breakthrough in negotiations, while K L Rahul is also unlikely to be retained by LSG.

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Batting at No 4, Ishan Kishan smashed 111, hitting 14 fours and three sixes in his 126-ball knock to rally India C against India B.

PIX: India make short work of Zim, lead series 3-1

PIX: India make short work of Zim, lead series 3-1

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

IMAGES from the 4th T20I played between Zimbabwe and India in Harare, on Saturday.

Adaptability key to Pranav Soorma's fighting spirit

Adaptability key to Pranav Soorma's fighting spirit

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'We have worked day and night for this moment because seeing the medical condition, there are a lot of things that are going on and regular training and exercises are a very big challenge with our medical condition.'

Unheralded Kiran secures Olympic slot in women's 400m

Unheralded Kiran secures Olympic slot in women's 400m

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

She clocked a personal best time of 50.92 seconds on the opening day of the National Inter-State Championships, surpassing the automatic Olympics qualification mark of 50.95 seconds.

Shanto breaks silence on struggling Shakib

Shanto breaks silence on struggling Shakib

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto on Sunday threw his weight behind the struggling Shakib Al Hasan and said the country's greatest all-rounder is doing everything in his capacity to regain his form with the ball.

Curran Finally Proves His Worth For PBKS

Curran Finally Proves His Worth For PBKS

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Sam Curran's 50 guided Punjab Kings to an important victory which helped them get off the bottom of the league standings.

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.

'From Mumbai maidans to batting together for the Indian team'

'From Mumbai maidans to batting together for the Indian team'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

Suryakumar Yadav lauded his Mumbai team-mates who put up a match-winning performance with the bat.