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After engagement, Prithvi Shaw seeks Mahakal blessings

After engagement, Prithvi Shaw seeks Mahakal blessings

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw and his fiancee Akriti Agarwal visited Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers. Shaw expressed his joy and optimism for future World Cup wins for India, following their recent T20 World Cup victory. He is set to play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season.

Even if you want to laugh, you can't laugh: Gautam Gambhir reacts to Dhoni's T20 World Cup post

Even if you want to laugh, you can't laugh: Gautam Gambhir reacts to Dhoni's T20 World Cup post

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Head coach Gautam Gambhir reacted to former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's congratulatory post on social media following India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls for a duck and Irfan Pathan's theory on the youngster targeting big bowlers gains attention.

IPL 2026: Kohli and Anushka's flying kiss moment

IPL 2026: Kohli and Anushka's flying kiss moment

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli's unbeaten half-century powered RCB to a six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, but off the field, the real story was the love and cheer between Kohli and Anushka Sharma at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

T20 World Cup: Mumbai Gripped By India-England Semi-Final Fever

T20 World Cup: Mumbai Gripped By India-England Semi-Final Fever

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Fans are so confident of India retaining the ICC World T20 title that that they would like March 8 (the day of the final) to be added to the list of special days in March as 'Indian cricket's double-triumph day'.

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

KSCA to name Pavilion Block at Hubballi's Rajnagar Cricket Grounds after former India cricketer Sunil Joshi during Ranji Trophy final.

CSK's Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery

CSK's Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Khaleel Ahmed undergoes successful surgery for quadricep injury, ruled out of IPL 2026 as Chennai Super Kings wish him speedy recovery.

IPL 2026: Jaiswal, Jadeja, Hetmyer eye key milestones in RR vs MI clash

IPL 2026: Jaiswal, Jadeja, Hetmyer eye key milestones in RR vs MI clash

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Shimron Hetmyer are on the verge of key milestones as Rajasthan Royals prepare to face Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Ajinkya Rahane Faces Backlash Over Captaincy Calls

IPL 2026: Ajinkya Rahane Faces Backlash Over Captaincy Calls

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane faces criticism for his captaincy decisions and a controversial 'jealousy' remark during IPL 2026, sparking debate among fans and experts.

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to capitalise on their home advantage when they face Delhi Capitals in a crucial mid-table Indian Premier League clash. Both teams are level on points, making this a key match for their IPL campaign.

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

JioStar has terminated its broadcast deals in Bangladesh for IPL 2026, saying its local partner defaulted on payments.

IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma's advice sparks Tilak Varma's IPL hundred

IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma's advice sparks Tilak Varma's IPL hundred

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Tilak Varma credits Rohit Sharma's advice for his IPL century, focusing on playing the first 15-20 balls without overthinking.

Prasidh Krishna reveals secret behind IPL 2026 success

Prasidh Krishna reveals secret behind IPL 2026 success

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

India's Prasidh Krishna attributes his success in the Indian Premier League to the strategic use of change-ups, hard lengths, and varied bouncers. He highlighted the importance of adapting to different surfaces and leveraging coach Ashish Nehra's experience.

Taare Zameen Pe: Indian cricket stars FAIL on Ranji return

Taare Zameen Pe: Indian cricket stars FAIL on Ranji return

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

But they seemed to learn nothing from their past mistakes.

Rajasthan Royals Aim To Settle Scores Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rajasthan Royals Aim To Settle Scores Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals are set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL match, seeking to avenge their previous defeat. RR, currently second in the standings, will rely on their strong batting lineup, while SRH will depend on their explosive top-order batsmen.

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Goa Police's Crime Branch busted an illegal IPL cricket betting racket, arresting 10 individuals after raids on two villas in Ribandar and Kadamba Plateau. Authorities seized mobile phones, laptops, SIM cards, and cash worth approximately Rs 28 lakh.

'It's up to consumers to decide if IPL's run-fests are boring or not'

'It's up to consumers to decide if IPL's run-fests are boring or not'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Former New Zealand pacer James Franklin believes it is up to fans to decide if high-scoring IPL matches are boring, as the game remains heavily skewed in favour of batters.

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans' opener Sai Sudharsan reveals that he puts in the same kind of preparation for ever game and invests considerable time in mental fitness.

IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma Rewrites His Story With a 135 n.o. Masterclass

IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma Rewrites His Story With a 135 n.o. Masterclass

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Abhishek Sharma has turned IPL 2026 into a statement season, bouncing back from a tough T20 World Cup to smash an unbeaten 135 against Delhi Capitals in Hyderabad.

'Hallmark of Indianness': PM Modi hails Indian-origin stars in T20 World Cup

'Hallmark of Indianness': PM Modi hails Indian-origin stars in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the significant contributions of Indian-origin players to various sports teams worldwide, emphasising their connection to their roots and their impact on their adopted countries.

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

IPL 2026: Let people talk, I am not here to show anyone how talented I am: Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane dismisses speculation about his future, stating his focus is on personal growth as a cricketer, not proving critics wrong.

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants draft in George Linde after Hasaranga injury

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants draft in George Linde after Hasaranga injury

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants have signed South African all-rounder George Linde as a replacement for Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga, who has been ruled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League due to injury.

Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Bharat Arun Has Helped Strengthen LSG's Bowling Attack: Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant credits the addition of Bharat Arun to the coaching staff for strengthening the team's bowling department ahead of IPL 2026.

India women collapse as SA seal series 3-0

India women collapse as SA seal series 3-0

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

South Africa defeated India by nine wickets in the third women's T20 International, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Laura Wolvaardt's century led the charge, overshadowing India's highest-ever total against South Africa.

Rivalry Week: Klaasen unfazed by CSK record ahead of SRH clash

Rivalry Week: Klaasen unfazed by CSK record ahead of SRH clash

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Heinrich Klaasen plays down his poor record against Chennai Super Kings ahead of SRH's Rivalry Week clash, backing his form and approach in spin-friendly conditions.

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Bengaluru Police Crackdown: 36 Crore Worth Of Drugs Seized

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth over 36 crore and arrested 16 people, including four foreign nationals, in recent operations, according to Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.

Lucknow's home record under scrutiny against Gujarat Titans

Lucknow's home record under scrutiny against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants face Gujarat Titans in an IPL clash, aiming to improve their poor home record despite recent away wins and the emergence of Mukul Choudhary.

Why Dhoni is still not playing IPL 2026

Why Dhoni is still not playing IPL 2026

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has announced that MS Dhoni's return to the ongoing IPL will be further delayed due to a fresh calf injury sustained during a warm-up game.

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's record sixth U-19 World Cup win drew praise from Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir and cricket legends worldwide after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's stunning 175 sealed a 100-run victory over England.

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

IPL 2026: How Dhoni reshaped this Punjab Kings' finisher's mindset

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge discusses his conversations with MS Dhoni about the role of a finisher in cricket, his experiences with Mumbai, and his expectations for the upcoming IPL season with PBKS.

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

India is considering including indigenous sports like Kabaddi and Mallakhamb in the 2030 Commonwealth Games, alongside confirmed sports like hockey and cricket.

IPL 2026: 'We need a break': Pant after LSG's Super Over loss

IPL 2026: 'We need a break': Pant after LSG's Super Over loss

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Skipper Rishabh Pant conceded Lucknow Super Giants 'definitely need a break' after they succumbed to a Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League.

IPL ticket scam? Valid pass holders stopped at Delhi stadium

IPL ticket scam? Valid pass holders stopped at Delhi stadium

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A Delhi and District Cricket Association director has alleged that valid ticket-holders are being denied access to IPL matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium due to fraudulent duplicate tickets, a claim disputed by the DDCA's leadership.

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.

Arshdeep Singh's Back-To-Basics Approach Pays Off

Arshdeep Singh's Back-To-Basics Approach Pays Off

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings' coach Sairaj Bahutule reveals Arshdeep Singh's return to form in the IPL was due to a focus on basic techniques and target bowling in the nets, helping him rediscover his strengths.

Jammu erupts in celebrations after Ranji Trophy triumph

Jammu erupts in celebrations after Ranji Trophy triumph

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir won their maiden Ranji Trophy on the first innings lead after drawing the final against Karnataka.

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

An analysis of Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy during India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting his unique leadership style and its impact on the team's performance.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.