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PIX: Djokovic fans cause more chaos in Melbourne

PIX: Djokovic fans cause more chaos in Melbourne

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

At one stage, police deployed pepper spray.

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Pakistan's head coach for limited-overs format Gary Kirsten has returned home with the board set to announce the successor to captain Babar Azam in white-ball formats later in the month.

Unstoppable Sinner marches on

Unstoppable Sinner marches on

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Jannik Sinner swats aside Giron to reach Australian Open fourth round

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Jurel To Replace Pant In Sydney Test?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Rishabh Pant may be dropped for the final Test in the Border Gavaskar series.

We were not good enough, admits captain Rohit

We were not good enough, admits captain Rohit

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma said the 184-run drubbing at the hands of Australia in the fourth Test in Melbourne is 'mentally disturbing'.

PIX: Zandschulp shocks Djokovic; Alcaraz cruises

PIX: Zandschulp shocks Djokovic; Alcaraz cruises

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

Novak Djokovic was shocked by Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 in the second round of Indian Wells on Saturday as the Serbian suffered an early exit at the hands of a tournament lucky loser for a second consecutive year.

Reddy's viral social media tribute to Siraj

Reddy's viral social media tribute to Siraj

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Reddy took to social media with a witty post dedicated to his teammate Mohammed Siraj, adding a lighthearted touch to his incredible achievement.

Did Rybakina's ex-coach really cross the line?

Did Rybakina's ex-coach really cross the line?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Rybakina split with Vukov in August, just days ahead of the U.S. Open, before appointing Goran Ivanisevic in November but added her long-time coach back into her team this month.

Djokovic storms into his 50th Grand Slam semi-final after epic battle

Djokovic storms into his 50th Grand Slam semi-final after epic battle

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'It's one of the most epic matches I have played on this court, on any court really.'

Cummins disappointed with rain-ruined Test

Cummins disappointed with rain-ruined Test

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Australian captain Pat Cummins expressed disappointment over the rain interruptions that prevented a decisive result.

WTC race heats up: India's hopes hang by a thread

WTC race heats up: India's hopes hang by a thread

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

South Africa clinched their berth in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final with a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan in Centurion.

'RIP TikTok': App ban 'blessing in disguise' for Gauff

'RIP TikTok': App ban 'blessing in disguise' for Gauff

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

'I guess it'll force me to read books more, be more of a productive human probably.'

Sundar opens up about Gambhir's support after fifty

Sundar opens up about Gambhir's support after fifty

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Washington Sundar expressed his gratitude towards head coach Gautam Gambhir and the support staff for their unwavering belief in his abilities in the post-day press conference in Melbourne on Saturday.

Warne lives on in every nook and cranny of Melbourne

Warne lives on in every nook and cranny of Melbourne

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

One fan has got a mural painted on the wall of his home in Dalgaty Lane as a mark of tribute. And little wonder, it is slowly turning into a tourist destination.

Osaka arrives in Melbourne for long-awaited comeback

Osaka arrives in Melbourne for long-awaited comeback

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Osaka signalled her intent to return to professional tennis after casting doubt over her future in September.

Badosa calls Sabalenka's tennis 'PlayStation' level

Badosa calls Sabalenka's tennis 'PlayStation' level

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Top seed Sabalenka proved to be at another level, though, racking up 32 winners for the match to leave Badosa chasing shadows under the lights at Rod Laver Arena.

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys made rocky starts on Thursday but eventually secured contrasting victories to set up a heavy metal Australian Open final showdown

PIX: Alcaraz eases into fourth round; Gauff, Keys advance

PIX: Alcaraz eases into fourth round; Gauff, Keys advance

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Carlos Alcaraz kept his Indian Wells 'three-peat' campaign on track with a straight sets win against Canadian Denis Shapovalov in the third round.

Australia Open: Sumit Nagal crashes out in first round

Australia Open: Sumit Nagal crashes out in first round

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Sumit Nagal was beaten in straight sets by World No 25 Tomas Machac in the first round of the men's singles on Sunday.

Siniakova-Townsend clinch Aus Open title in style

Siniakova-Townsend clinch Aus Open title in style

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend claimed the women's doubles crown at the Australian Open

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek storms into semis; Keys overpowers Svitolina

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek storms into semis; Keys overpowers Svitolina

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Madison Keys blasted her way into the Australian Open semi-finals for a third time as the American continues her bid for a first Grand Slam title.

Raducanu skips inspect bites spray over doping fears

Raducanu skips inspect bites spray over doping fears

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

The former US Open champion said recent high-profile doping cases had made her wary.

Bumrah back in dressing room after scans

Bumrah back in dressing room after scans

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

India were dealt a solid blow on Saturday, Day 2 of the fifth Test against Australia, as skipper and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah left the Sydney Cricket Ground for precautionary scans after feeling some discomfort in the post-lunch session.

Tushar Shah To Travel to Space On Tue

Tushar Shah To Travel to Space On Tue

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Blue Origin's 10th human flight, NS-30, will lift off from Launch Site in West Texas on Tuesday, February 25.

What's Ram Charan Doing With Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

What's Ram Charan Doing With Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'A pleasure to cross paths with Bollywood megastar @AlwaysRamCharan in Melbourne ahead of a massive summer of cricket between Australia and India.'

Australian Open: Djokovic sets up Alcaraz quarters

Australian Open: Djokovic sets up Alcaraz quarters

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

A solitary break in the eighth game was all Djokovic needed to take the opening set, as the 37-year-old looked in total control despite playing well within himself in perfect conditions at a packed centre court.

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Halep to skip AO, delay start of season due to injury

Halep to skip AO, delay start of season due to injury

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Simona Halep will delay her start to the 2025 season and skip the Australian Open due to pain in her knee and shoulder, the former world number one said on Thursday.

Ben Shelton blasts on-court interviewers at Aus Open

Ben Shelton blasts on-court interviewers at Aus Open

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'I've been a little bit shocked this week with how players have been treated by the broadcaster.'

Bopanna-Zhang advance with stunning win

Bopanna-Zhang advance with stunning win

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Bopanna, Zhang advance into mixed doubles round two of Australian Open

Australian Open: Bopanna-Zhang ousted in mixed doubles quarters

Australian Open: Bopanna-Zhang ousted in mixed doubles quarters

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Rohan Bopanna and Shuai Zhang suffered a narrow defeat against local wild cards John Peers and Olivia Gadecki in a thrilling contest at the Australian Open on Tuesday.

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Gavaskar lauds Nitish's dad: 'India has found a gem because of you'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Nitish Reddy's remarkable maiden Test century on Day 3 in the fourth Test against Australia helped India keep the first innings deficit to 105 runs, which could have been in excess of 200 after the visitors were reduced to 221 for 7 in reply to the hosts' 474 at one stage.

Zverev stands between Djokovic and record chase

Zverev stands between Djokovic and record chase

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

At 27, the second seed is still seeking his first Grand Slam title and hopes to become the first German man to win the Australian Open since Boris Becker in 1996.

'I wasn't looking to save the follow-on at The Gabba'

'I wasn't looking to save the follow-on at The Gabba'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah saved India the blushes in the Brisbane Test with a resolute 10th wicket partnership but the rookie pacer on Sunday said his focus was on a wholesome contribution to the team rather than looking to "merely save the follow-on".

Unmukt Chand first Indian to join Melbourne Renegades

Unmukt Chand first Indian to join Melbourne Renegades

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Former U-19 World Cup-winning captain Unmukt Chand is set to become the first Indian cricketer to play in Australia's Big Bash League after he signed for Melbourne Renegades for the 2021-2022 season.

1st T20I: Dew factor could see Bishnoi miss out

1st T20I: Dew factor could see Bishnoi miss out

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

It could also open the door for in-form Andhra all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored a historic maiden Test century during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

Nikhil Chopra's blunt advice for Rohit Sharma & Co

Nikhil Chopra's blunt advice for Rohit Sharma & Co

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Nikhil Chopra said that India must execute the plans they make during the upcoming five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in order to win the series.

Gavaskar bats for Kohli; Aussies fume!

Gavaskar bats for Kohli; Aussies fume!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli was not extended any special treatment, asserted India great Sunil Gavaskar, but some former Australia players felt the batting superstar got away lightly for his physical altercation with debutant Sam Konstas in the ongoing Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

McSweeney a good fit for opener Khawaja, reckons Warner

McSweeney a good fit for opener Khawaja, reckons Warner

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'I think he's got the technique, he's got the patience to partner up with Uzzy (Khawaja) to allow himself to score big.'

PIX: Australia have India tottering after Smith century

PIX: Australia have India tottering after Smith century

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Images from Day 2 of the fourth Test between Australia and India at the MCG on Friday.