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'Kohli plays football during practice as if it's FIFA World Cup final'

'Kohli plays football during practice as if it's FIFA World Cup final'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Nasser Hussain, an astute reader of the game that he'd played for more than a decade internationally, expressed his amazement at Virat Kohli's intensity and his hunger to succeed. Kohli has been amassing big runs for the past few years but Hussain said the India captain is not worried about personal records.

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

Rediff.com21 May 2022

The France forward, whose current contract expires on June 30, had been widely tipped to join Real Madrid.

Hussain on what went wrong for England in World Cup semis

Hussain on what went wrong for England in World Cup semis

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

England's inconsistent death bowling once again hurt their chances in the side's defeat to New Zealand in Wednesday's Twenty20 World Cup semi-final, according to former captain Nasser Hussain.

Historic! Two Saudi women to compete in Dakar Rally

Historic! Two Saudi women to compete in Dakar Rally

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Women were not allowed to drive cars in Saudi Arabia until a ban was lifted in 2018. "I soon realised that I was unlocking doors and breaking down barriers with my achievements. We are paving the way for females to understand the journey we are taking and to join us."

Root has proven he belongs to Fab Four league: Hussain

Root has proven he belongs to Fab Four league: Hussain

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

'This is a big year for him, when you are touring Indian away and Ashes away, they are big, big series and are career-defining. It has been a perfect start as a captain and also Joe Root the batsman.'

Why is Bairstow sidelined for Chennai Tests, asks Hussain

Why is Bairstow sidelined for Chennai Tests, asks Hussain

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

'It must be a nightmare for the selectors, but should you have your best side for that first India Test? If the next Test after this series was Brisbane in the Ashes, would we send our best side? So why when it's the first Test against India, one of the great sides, aren't we sending our best team?'

PIX: Fitting farewell for Warnie at MCG memorial

PIX: Fitting farewell for Warnie at MCG memorial

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

A private funeral service was held for Warne's closest friends and family in Melbourne last week but all were invited to Wednesday's televised memorial where his father Keith mourned the loss of "a loving and caring son" and his former team mates remembered a fierce and mischievous competitor.

Why Torbaaz is special for Sanjay Dutt

Why Torbaaz is special for Sanjay Dutt

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

'I am glad to be returning to the screen with this powerful film.'

Lloyd retires from commentary in backdrop of racism claims

Lloyd retires from commentary in backdrop of racism claims

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

He said sharing a commentary box in Australia in 2013 with his broadcasting hero Bill Lawry was a "real highlight".

Messi says dream is to lead PSG to Champions League glory

Messi says dream is to lead PSG to Champions League glory

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he was delighted to have signed for French club Paris St Germain and that he is ready to help the team clinch their first ever Champions League title.

Hussain criticises England for not going for win against NZ

Hussain criticises England for not going for win against NZ

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Nasser Hussain feels the hosts should have gone for a win rather than playing sluggish cricket on the final day

Former England Test captain Dexter dies aged 86

Former England Test captain Dexter dies aged 86

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Ted Dexter scored 4,502 runs at an average of 47.89 during his Test career and took 66 wickets at an average of 34.93.

Why Dinesh Karthik took up commentary

Why Dinesh Karthik took up commentary

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Commentary in India is considered a post-retirement option but Dinesh Karthik, who is very much an active cricketer, wants to change that perception.

'Bairstow being rested for start of India series makes no sense'

'Bairstow being rested for start of India series makes no sense'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

The national selectors have rested Bairstow, Sam Curran, and Mark Wood for the first two Tests in India.

The four nails in India's T20 WC coffin

The four nails in India's T20 WC coffin

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

At the end of it all, Dravid's one-year report card doesn't paint a rosy picture and a meticulous planner like him will sit back and think hard about the tough calls he might need to take before the ODI World Cup in a year's time.

Why India FLOPPED

Why India FLOPPED

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

It turned out to be a lop-sided contest as India were thoroughly outplayed in both batting and bowling by a dominant England.

World No 1 Malan attains highest ever T20 batting rating

World No 1 Malan attains highest ever T20 batting rating

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Former England captain Nasser Hussain praised Malan for his versatile style and consistency.

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Presenters Andrew Flintoff, Kass Naidoo, Zainab Abbas, and Jacqueline Shepherd will lead the coverage. They will be joined by cricketing stars from around the world, including Dinesh Karthik, Stuart Broad

Why Kartik's wife 'ran away' from game

Why Kartik's wife 'ran away' from game

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Murali Kartik revealed that his wife Shweta 'ran away' from the ground at Hove after he was booed for Mankading while playing county cricket for Surrey against his former team Somerset in 2012.

Stokes wants England to pick 'naturally gifted' Archer for World Cup

Stokes wants England to pick 'naturally gifted' Archer for World Cup

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

Barbados-born Jofra Archer, who shone for Sussex last season and in Australia's Big Bash for Hobart Hurricanes, is eligible for national selection under new England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) residency rules.

'Playing Hardik as batter affected India's balance'

'Playing Hardik as batter affected India's balance'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

'If you are below your best against top-quality sides you'll get found out and they were.'

'I respect opinions but don't take them seriously: Bumrah

'I respect opinions but don't take them seriously: Bumrah

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Bumrah gave an idea as to how he manages his workload, having already played a Test, a T20I and a 50-over game all in a space of a week.

PHOTOS: Thousands say farewell to Saudi's King Abdullah

PHOTOS: Thousands say farewell to Saudi's King Abdullah

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

Thousands gathered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to pay their respects to King Abdullah, who died early on Friday.

'Kohli is imposing, split captaincy won't work for India'

'Kohli is imposing, split captaincy won't work for India'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

Former England captain and noted TV Pundit, Nasser Hussain also reckons that a two-coach approach will work for India.

Twitter hails the King of Chennai!

Twitter hails the King of Chennai!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Many cricketers hailed R Ashwin on social media.

When Tendulkar cried thinking it was all over for him

When Tendulkar cried thinking it was all over for him

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

In his first Test in 1989, Sachin Tendulkar was up against a Pakistan pace attack comprising Imran Khan, Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. Tendulkar, at that point in time, felt he was not good enough for international cricket.

BIG statement about Joe Root the leader

BIG statement about Joe Root the leader

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Root enjoyed the utmost respect of players in the dressing room and that there was no clear 'natural successor'.

'Babar Azam belongs in the league of Kohli, Smith'

'Babar Azam belongs in the league of Kohli, Smith'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes it's time the cricketing world changes the moniker 'Fab Four' to 'Fab Five' by including Pakistan's Babar Azam in the same league as Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson.

PS-1: Mani Ratnam's Magic Works Again, Yet...

PS-1: Mani Ratnam's Magic Works Again, Yet...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Ponniyin Selvan has everything going for it, yet, there is something missing for a wholesome film experience, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Shame the series has to end on such a low note'

'Shame the series has to end on such a low note'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore, which is captained by India skipper Virat Kohli, said the right decision has been taken.

PIX: Golden day for Indian shooters at World Cup

PIX: Golden day for Indian shooters at World Cup

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

India's teenage shooting sensations extended their dominance in the ongoing ISSF World Cup in New Delhi on Monday, winning the mixed team gold medals in both the 10m air pistol and 10m air rifle events to continue their stupendous run of form in the run-up to this year's Olympics.

Headingley, Kohli's 2nd Innings Defeat

Headingley, Kohli's 2nd Innings Defeat

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the interesting numbers from Day 4 of the India-England Test at Leeds.

Broad not surprised at missing Ashes opener

Broad not surprised at missing Ashes opener

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Nasser Hussain reckons James Anderson will pip Stuart Broad for a place in the 2nd Test starting on Thursday in Adelaide.

This day in 2002: Ganguly took off shirt at Lord's

This day in 2002: Ganguly took off shirt at Lord's

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

India defeated England by two wickets to win the Natwest Trophy finals against England. As the winning run was hit, skipper Ganguly took his shirt off at the balcony of Lord's Cricket Ground to celebrate in style.

FIFA WC diary: Beer priced at nearly $14 per half-litre!

FIFA WC diary: Beer priced at nearly $14 per half-litre!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Rainbow-themed badge adorns US training facility

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

'PFI crackdown doesn't mean all Muslims are terrorists'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

'Now that an extremist organisation like the PFI has been banned, it is time for the leaders to reach out to the minority community.' 'You need to have co-ordination between the State and the social fabric to send out the message that it is not directed at the community, and they should not feel vulnerable.'

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The next 10 images prove that we live in a wonderfully weird world.

Kohli has made India a tough side, can't be bullied: Hussain

Kohli has made India a tough side, can't be bullied: Hussain

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes skipper Virat Kohli has instilled a fighting attitude in the current Indian team, which does not get bullied by adversities, whether on or off the field.

Women in Saudi Arabia vote for first time

Women in Saudi Arabia vote for first time

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

More than 5,000 men and around 980 women are standing as candidates, with more than 130,000 women registered to vote compared to 1.35 million men.

Why PSG is perplexed after Champions League failure

Why PSG is perplexed after Champions League failure

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The French champions blew a 2-0 advantage in their last-16 second leg match against Manchester United in Paris on Wednesday, crashing out on away goals after being beaten 3-1 at the Parc des Princes.