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T20 World Cup: 3 Players Crucial To India's Super 8 Push

T20 World Cup: 3 Players Crucial To India's Super 8 Push

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Sanjay Bangar names Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah as key to India's Super 8 campaign in the T20 World Cup.

Hesson Says, Babar, Shaheen Calls 'Tactical'

Hesson Says, Babar, Shaheen Calls 'Tactical'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Pakistan coach Mike Hesson says Babar Azam's demotion and Shaheen Afridi's omission after India defeat were tactical moves ahead of T20 World Cup Super 8.

India Favourites for T20 World Cup, but Anything Can Happen: Pietersen

India Favourites for T20 World Cup, but Anything Can Happen: Pietersen

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen believes India are the favorites to win the T20 World Cup, but cautions that the format is unpredictable and that India's 'favourites' tag comes with its own dangers.

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday dismissed the impression that the announcement of the World Cup squad meant that the country has decided to take part in next month's ICC mega event.

Perth Scorchers outclass Sydney Sixers, claim 6th BBL title

Perth Scorchers outclass Sydney Sixers, claim 6th BBL title

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Perth Scorchers win sixth BBL title after trouncing Sydney Sixers

India vs NZ: Why Bracewell wants Jamieson to deliver

India vs NZ: Why Bracewell wants Jamieson to deliver

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

NZ will lean on Kyle Jamieson to lead pace attack, Kristian Clarke to debut: Michael Bracewell

The formula that finally won Vidarbha a ODI crown...

The formula that finally won Vidarbha a ODI crown...

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Vidarbha's dominant title run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy was a result of the players' belief in each other which helped them overcome challenging situations successfully, reckoned head coach Usman Ghani.

'Kohli's India should have won 3-4 trophies'

'Kohli's India should have won 3-4 trophies'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh believes India should have won more trophies during Virat Kohli's reign as a white-ball captain as he had a good bunch of players under him.

CBSE cancels affiliation of Jaipur school after student's suicide

CBSE cancels affiliation of Jaipur school after student's suicide

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled the affiliation of Neerja Modi School in Jaipur due to gross violations of student safety norms following the death of a 9-year-old girl. The board cited a failure of counselling and redressal mechanisms and ordered the school to cease new admissions.

Goldilocks phase, reforms glide path to spur Indian economy in 2026

Goldilocks phase, reforms glide path to spur Indian economy in 2026

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

India, the world's fourth largest economy, is set to maintain the 'goldilocks' phase with tailwinds of good growth, low inflation and robust banking performance as well as reform initiatives poised to sustain the economic pace witnessed during 2025.

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2026

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2026

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla, who is following in the footsteps of his famed astrologer father, the late Bejan Daruwalla, helps you navigate the Naya Saal.

CIC gets full strength after 9 yrs; Raj Kumar Goyal appointed chief

CIC gets full strength after 9 yrs; Raj Kumar Goyal appointed chief

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Central Information Commission (CIC) attains its full strength after nine years with the appointment of Raj Kumar Goyal as chief and eight other information commissioners.

Big Blow for England as Knee Injury Ends Wood's Ashes Tour

Big Blow for England as Knee Injury Ends Wood's Ashes Tour

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Surrey seamer Matthew Fisher has been added to the squad and will link up with the group this week, having been in Australia with the England Lions.

No Change in Approach for Adelaide Test: McCullum

No Change in Approach for Adelaide Test: McCullum

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

'We just need to chisel away at some of the things we haven't got quite right and make sure that we still have that conviction of what we're trying to achieve.'

'Yunus Government Has Given Space To Pakistanis'

'Yunus Government Has Given Space To Pakistanis'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

'There is no substantive basis for Bangladesh-Pakistan relations. The only real link they can have is mischief, with Pakistan's intelligence agency using Bangladesh to create trouble along our eastern borders.'

'We don't want Gill to justify his place in team'

'We don't want Gill to justify his place in team'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill has been guilty of taking too much load on himself since his T20 comeback and the Indian team wants him to bat as freely as he does in the IPL, said assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate.

Rejuvenated United out for revenge against Spurs

Rejuvenated United out for revenge against Spurs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Manchester United's season, already their worst in the Premier League, hit a new low with their 1-0 defeat to Spurs in that final in Bilbao that denied them a spot in this season's Champions League.

Mumbai players back Sarfaraz amid India snub

Mumbai players back Sarfaraz amid India snub

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Sarfaraz Khan was a part of the Indian side on the tour of Australia where he didn't play any match and since then has not been considered for any of the 'A' team assignments as well.

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

'I'm looking at it as a chance to play international football, to represent India, and to hopefully inspire other players with a similar background to me, to show them that they can come to India and do the same thing.'

Sensex climbs 124 points; Nifty ends above 25K

Sensex climbs 124 points; Nifty ends above 25K

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, NTPC, Axis Bank, Power Grid, Bharti Airtel, Eternal and Sun Pharma were the major gainers. However, Infosys, Titan, UltraTech Cement and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

'Gill Is The Chosen One Of Indian Cricket'

'Gill Is The Chosen One Of Indian Cricket'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'If they have picked him ahead of Yashasvi Jaiswal, and as many felt, Sanju Samson, you can imagine how extremely privileged he is.'

Why Smart Investors Make Mistakes

Why Smart Investors Make Mistakes

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The biggest risk for investors isn't the market, but their own minds, biases and emotions often lead to poor financial choices.

Alonso in tactical conundrum as LaLiga debut looms

Alonso in tactical conundrum as LaLiga debut looms

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The system, featuring three centre backs and aggressive wing backs, marked a significant departure from the traditional 4-3-3 formation and appeared to address Real's defensive frailties from a disappointing, trophyless 2024-25 campaign.

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

From managing expectations to bearing the high cost of the procedure, IVF treatments are a complex emotional journey that could strain your marital relationship, warns Dr Venkata Sujatha Vellanki, regional medical head and fertility specialist at Oasis Fertility.

Squid Game 3: Too Melodramatic

Squid Game 3: Too Melodramatic

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Everyone had high expectations of season 3, expecting the same level of emotion, the same thrills, and the same cinema. But it failed to deliver, feels Vihaan Kulkarni.

'He'll walk away when he's ready'

'He'll walk away when he's ready'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Several fans and former cricketers have voiced their opinion that it is time for Dhoni to hang up his boots in the IPL. However, Dhoni, who turned 44 earlier this month, remained coy about his future with the five-time champions after the end of the 18th season.

Dharamsala Test: I have high expectations of myself: Root

Dharamsala Test: I have high expectations of myself: Root

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Ahead of the fifth and final Test match between India and England in Dharamsala, star English batter Joe Root said that he has "high expectations" from himself.

Sensex ends down 288 points dragged by HDFC Bank and foreign fund outflows

Sensex ends down 288 points dragged by HDFC Bank and foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

From the Sensex pack, Bajaj Finserv, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, Bharat Electronics and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the major laggards. However, Tata Steel, Asian Paints, UltraTech Cement, and Trent were the biggest gainers.

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'I had not even realised I had done almost 100 films.'

A Showdown That Could Reshape India's Derivatives Market

A Showdown That Could Reshape India's Derivatives Market

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

The Jane Street-Sebi saga is more than a legal dispute -- it's a litmus test for India's ambitions as a global financial hub.

Bumrah Trolls Teammate for Wearing Shades at Night

Bumrah Trolls Teammate for Wearing Shades at Night

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'Raat mein bande ne chashme pehne hue hain,' Bumrah chuckled in a video shared by the BCCI.

Why Bobby Deol Succeeded Where Zeenat Aman Didn't

Why Bobby Deol Succeeded Where Zeenat Aman Didn't

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Most actors usually face obscurity after a fade-out from the limelight.

If India want to win in England, focus on THIS

If India want to win in England, focus on THIS

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nick Knight has high expectations from the likes of Kuldeep and Sai Sudharsan who is expected to make his Test debut at Leeds, the venue for the series opener.

Why Did Thug Life Make Trisha Nervous?

Why Did Thug Life Make Trisha Nervous?

Rediff.com21 May 2025

After all, she was working with three legends -- Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman.

'We deserve to be last': Fleming

'We deserve to be last': Fleming

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said they deserve to finish at the bottom of the table but promised to come back with "strong ideas".

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Why Delhi Ranji coach is shocked at Kohli's retirement

Rediff.com12 May 2025

What's interesting is now fans are questioning the reasons and persons behind their retirements.

'After The Scene, He Broke Down And Wept'

'After The Scene, He Broke Down And Wept'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'The entire shoot paused after that.' 'There was a heaviness on set -- a shared recognition of the horror we were portraying.'

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Can a culture survive as a way of life, even as the language and writing at its core, alter with time? Can we be rational and Malayalee or do we have to necessarily be religious and proudly cultural to be Malayalee? asks Shyam G Menon.

Fleming backs pacer Khaleel despite 33-run over

Fleming backs pacer Khaleel despite 33-run over

Rediff.com4 May 2025

CSK skipper M S Dhoni turned to Ahmed despite the impressive Anshul Kamboj (3-0-25-0) having one over remaining, but the left-arm quick wilted under Romario Shepherd's assault.

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Although in the opposition camp, Mhatre was not short of support during his eye-catching knock. His band of cousins were spotted celebrating his boundaries, with one of them driven to tears of joy.