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'It's our destiny and goal to win the World Cup'

'It's our destiny and goal to win the World Cup'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell lauded Hope for showing his mettle after being dropped for the contest against England.

Buttler rues Moeen decision, not toss in loss to India

Buttler rues Moeen decision, not toss in loss to India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'Our two (spinners) bowled well but in hindsight, probably should have bowled Moeen in our innings with the way spin was playing.'

Who Is Rasikh Salam Dar?

Who Is Rasikh Salam Dar?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Rasikh Salam Dar emerged as Delhi Capitals' hero with the ball, with excellent figures of 3/34.

IPL 2024 Final: 'Our plan certainly wasn't to get bowled out for 113'

IPL 2024 Final: 'Our plan certainly wasn't to get bowled out for 113'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

It was all down to a few good deliveries, said Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach Simon Helmot.

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Speaker is the final authority to take a call on cases of defection. Although this may not be an immediate concern now, but its occurrence in the future cannot be ruled out considering the volatile nature of politics, points out Rup Narayan Das.

IPL 2024 Ends For Mumbai Indians

IPL 2024 Ends For Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com9 May 2024

MI, who have two games left, will now play for pride as they look to wrap up a dismal season. Even if Mumbai win their last two matches, they can go up to a maximum of 12 points.

Amit Panghal, Jaismine punch tickets to Paris Olympics

Amit Panghal, Jaismine punch tickets to Paris Olympics

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

World Championships silver medallist Amit Panghal qualified for the Paris Olympic after defeating China's Chuang Liu in the 51kg quarter-finals of the second World Qualification Tournament in Bangkok on Sunday.

IPL PIX: Samson sizzles, but Royals lose to DC

IPL PIX: Samson sizzles, but Royals lose to DC

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Sanju Samson's entertaining half-century went in vain as Rajasthan Royals suffered a 20-run defeat against Delhi Capitals.

PICS: CSK down RR to keep play-off hopes alive

PICS: CSK down RR to keep play-off hopes alive

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Images from the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals in Chennai on Sunday.

'SRH will continue to play aggressive brand of cricket'

'SRH will continue to play aggressive brand of cricket'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

SRH will get another chance to secure a spot in the final in Qualifier 2 when they take on the winner of the Eliminator between RCB and RR.

KKR Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

KKR Vs RCB: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

There were many contenders on Sunday for the best batter's prize: Salt, Jacks, Iyer, Patidar, Karn Sharma...

PIX: Rajasthan Royals bounce back with hard-fought win over Punjab Kings

PIX: Rajasthan Royals bounce back with hard-fought win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals played in Mullanpur on Saturday

T20 World Cup: India aim to continue winning run vs Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: India aim to continue winning run vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India will be aiming for another comprehensive performance against Bangladesh before the all-important game against Australia on June 24.

Has Sanju Samson Booked His T20 WC Slot?

Has Sanju Samson Booked His T20 WC Slot?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Which batter stole the show in Lucknow? VOTE!

50th ODI century for record-breaking Kohli!

50th ODI century for record-breaking Kohli!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

With the man himself giving him a standing ovation, Virat Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar's record as he hammered his 50th ODI ton.

T20 WC PIX: SKY, Bumrah shine as India crush Afghanistan

T20 WC PIX: SKY, Bumrah shine as India crush Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Group 1 Super 8 match, played between India and Afghanistan, in Barbados, on Thursday.

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

From World Cup titles to personal highs to heartbreaks, Virat Kohli witnesses it all at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium

Abhishek, Fraser-McGurk In My Dream IPL XI

Abhishek, Fraser-McGurk In My Dream IPL XI

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Abhishek stole the show with his belligerent knocks for runners up SRH, while Fraser-McGurk emerged a surprise batting hero for DC and Rana was one of KKR's best bowlers.

T20 WC: Legends retire, USA shock Pak, Afghans make history

T20 WC: Legends retire, USA shock Pak, Afghans make history

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

USA's sparkling debut, Afghan bravehearts' dream run and India's brilliance

Super 8 spotlight on Kohli: Can he find form vs Afghanistan?

Super 8 spotlight on Kohli: Can he find form vs Afghanistan?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Virat Kohli will be expected to hit his straps after a lean run

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Who Took The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Mohammed Nabi picked up a smart catch at the boundary ropes to end K L Rahul's knock.

CSK Vs KKR: Who Played The Best Knock?

CSK Vs KKR: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Ruturaj Gaikwad played a match-winning innings, but don't forget Shivam Dube, Sunil Narine and Angkrish Raghuvanshi's entertaining cameos.

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Virat Kohli feels that opposition bowlers want him to go hammer and tongs every time he comes out to bat, but he prefers adapting to match conditions without any predetermined strategy as he did in his unbeaten century against Rajasthan Royals in an IPL match on Saturday.

India's Toughest Polling Station

India's Toughest Polling Station

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Nongriat, in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, is one of India's most challenging non-motorable polling stations.

Starmer storm sweeps Sunak out of 10 Downing Street

Starmer storm sweeps Sunak out of 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Sunak, 44, was facing the impossible challenge of overcoming voter anger against the incumbent Tories after 14 years in power. The 61-year-old Keir Starmer-led Labour Party, meanwhile, maintained a strong lead over the Tories throughout the six-week campaign.

India seek revenge; England look to defend T20 crown

India seek revenge; England look to defend T20 crown

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Rain threatens high-voltage India-England semi-final clash

Did Axar's Catch Turn The Match?

Did Axar's Catch Turn The Match?

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Nicholas Pooran kept LSG in the hunt even though wickets were tumbling at the other end. But Pooran's stay was cut short when Axar Patel took a sharp game-changing catch!

Sarfaraz's Staggering Numbers!

Sarfaraz's Staggering Numbers!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

The wait has been a long one, but it looks like it's almost over as Sarfaraz Khan gears up for his Test debut.

Big-hitting Head using IPL as prep for T20 WC

Big-hitting Head using IPL as prep for T20 WC

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Abhishek thanks Lara, Yuvraj

Should Kohli Continue As Opener?

Should Kohli Continue As Opener?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup Super 8s match against Afghanistan?

Poland's Wlodarczyk sets women's hammer world record

Poland's Wlodarczyk sets women's hammer world record

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

World champion Anita Wlodarczyk improved her own world record with a throw of 82.29 metres in the women's hammer final at the Rio Olympics on Monday. The 31-year-old Pole's third throw of the final improved on the previous mark of 81.08 metres she achieved on home soil at the start of the month.

WPL PIX: UP Warriorz stun Mumbai Indians with sensational win

WPL PIX: UP Warriorz stun Mumbai Indians with sensational win

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

IMAGES from the Women's Premier League game in Bengaluru between Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz on Wednesday

IPL: Preity Zinta lauds Shashank's 'incredible spirit'

IPL: Preity Zinta lauds Shashank's 'incredible spirit'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Shashank Singh played a fiery innings to help Punjab Kings snatch victory from the jaws of defeat against Gujarat Titans.

PIX: India beat SA in last-over thriller, clinch ODI series

PIX: India beat SA in last-over thriller, clinch ODI series

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Mandhana 136 (120b, 18x4, 2x6) and Harmanpreet 103 not out (88b, 9x4, 3x6) ran roughshod over the Proteas bowlers after being asked to bat first.

'Had belief in myself I could win the game'

'Had belief in myself I could win the game'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Punjab Kings' batting sensation Ashutosh Sharma had the self-belief to take his team over the line, though Gerald Coetzee ended his stay at the crease to take Mumbai Indians to their third win of the ongoing Indian Premier League season.

Kiwi With Bengaluru Link Lights Up Modi Stadium

Kiwi With Bengaluru Link Lights Up Modi Stadium

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Four years ago he watched the World Cup final in a Bengaluru pub. On Thursday, Rachin Ravindra scored a 100 in the World Cup 2023 opening game.

Mumbai, Lucknow look to sign off on a winning note

Mumbai, Lucknow look to sign off on a winning note

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Out of reckoning from the IPL playoffs, Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants will look to end their campaign on a winning note when they clash at the Wankhede Stadium here on Friday.

Australia's road to sixth ODI World Cup trophy

Australia's road to sixth ODI World Cup trophy

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

After defeats in their opening two matches, Australia came roaring back, winning their next nine games in succession

Siraj Regains His Mojo

Siraj Regains His Mojo

Rediff.com5 May 2024

With the IPL 2024 season heading towards its business end, and RCB finding themselves in a must-win situation, Player of the Match Mohammad Siraj put up a stellar show with the ball in front of home fans.

Shubman Gill Enters Elite ODI Club

Shubman Gill Enters Elite ODI Club

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Shubman Gill's century during India's second One Day International against Australia at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday, September 24, 2023, gave the young man admission into an elite club with Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli among others as its 7 members.