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Australia face rebuild after T20 World Cup flop

Australia face rebuild after T20 World Cup flop

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Australia host the next T20 World Cup in 2028 but will be eyeing a bigger prize a few months before that when cricket is reintroduced to the Olympics in LA.

World Tour Finals: Satwik-Chirag stun Olympic silver medallists

World Tour Finals: Satwik-Chirag stun Olympic silver medallists

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Star Indian shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty showed nerves of steel to stun Olympic silver medallists Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang in their opening Group B match at the BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, China, on Wednesday.

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Dr Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died in Kolkata on Thursday morning.

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The 51-year-old, who was associated with the Indian women's team from 2017 to 2021, will be supported by Matias Vila as analytical coach.

24 years later, Hodgkinson smashes record set on her birthday

24 years later, Hodgkinson smashes record set on her birthday

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Keely Hodgkinson broke the women's world indoor 800 metres record at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting in Lievin, France.

Ukraine to boycott opening ceremony of Winter Paralympics over Russia participation

Ukraine to boycott opening ceremony of Winter Paralympics over Russia participation

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Ukrainian Paralympic team to boycott Milano Cortina opening ceremony, demands flag not to be used

'Success Is Not Immediate': P V Sindhu

'Success Is Not Immediate': P V Sindhu

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

'Hard work is the key, whether it is in studies or in sport. Nobody is born with a golden spoon.'

World Champion Lamboria targets medal at LA Olympics

World Champion Lamboria targets medal at LA Olympics

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'There's no pressure of the Olympics but at the same time, I am not being complacent about it.'

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India will host the World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028 in Bhubaneswar. The decision was made at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland.

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand's Swiss Open campaign ends prematurely due to injury. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty set to begin their campaign.

Indian Hockey Coach Fulton Promises Tailored World Cup Plan

Indian Hockey Coach Fulton Promises Tailored World Cup Plan

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Indian men's hockey coach Craig Fulton has outlined his strategy for the upcoming World Cup, promising a tailored plan for each opponent and expressing confidence in the team's ability to peak at the right time.

'Cannot win everyday': Star shooter Manu Bhaker admits

'Cannot win everyday': Star shooter Manu Bhaker admits

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

That Bhaker couldn't feature among the 13 Indian medallists in the just-concluded tournament has come as a bit of a surprise to many in the shooting fraternity.

India looks to clean up doping record ahead of 2036 bid

India looks to clean up doping record ahead of 2036 bid

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

India thus topped the list for a third consecutive year, something that might hurt its chances when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) evaluates its bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games in the near future.

ICC postpones Doha meeting amid Middle East unrest

ICC postpones Doha meeting amid Middle East unrest

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has postponed its three-day meeting scheduled for March 25-27 in Doha, Qatar, due to the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. The meeting has been rescheduled for next month at a location within the same continent.

Lovlina, Nikhat to lead India at Asian Boxing Championships

Lovlina, Nikhat to lead India at Asian Boxing Championships

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will lead the Indian contingent at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia.

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation to exercise caution regarding proposed scoring changes, maintaining that the current 21-point system preserves the sport's essential intensity and endurance.

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

National Sports Governance Act Rolled Out

National Sports Governance Act Rolled Out

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Sports Governance Act: Tier System for Athletes, Convicted Ineligible

Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen discusses the need to adapt his training and recovery strategies due to the physical demands of modern badminton, following his runner-up finish at the All England Open.

PHOTOS: Feel the heat at Youth Olympic Games

PHOTOS: Feel the heat at Youth Olympic Games

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

At the beach volleyball, the 2014 Youth Olympic Games is a sell-out, foot-stomping success.

India sweats on Olympic, CWG bids as verdict nears

India sweats on Olympic, CWG bids as verdict nears

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is also highlighting how the Indian sports scene is changing under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'Olympic medal changed my life but I've already forgotten it'

'Olympic medal changed my life but I've already forgotten it'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Paris Olympics success took a lot of burden off Aman Sehrawat's shoulders but the young wrestler says he has already forgotten his bronze-medal feat.

Will Kolkata fiasco dent India's Olympic hosting chances?

Will Kolkata fiasco dent India's Olympic hosting chances?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) issued a statement clarifying that Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata was a private event organised by a PR agency and the federation was not involved in the "planning or execution" of the event at Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday.

Five Indians qualify for Youth Olympic Games

Five Indians qualify for Youth Olympic Games

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Five Indian athletes have qualified for the inaugural Youth Olympic Games to be held in August in Singapore after their impressive performance in the Asian Area Qualification Championships.

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) National Convention will be held in Delhi from March 13 to 16, marking its return to the city after 23 years and celebrating the Golden Jubilee of SJFI.

Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs passes away

Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs passes away

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Michael Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008.

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

V Srinivasan collapsed at his residence in Kozhikode at 12.30 am on Friday.

India to bid for 2020 Olympic Games: Kalmadi

India to bid for 2020 Olympic Games: Kalmadi

Rediff.com28 Apr 2007

As the bid will open in 2011, Kalmadi said the IOA would begin its preparation for the bid immediately after the 2010 Commonwealth Games were over.

Snoop Dogg sends Swansea crowd into a frenzy

Snoop Dogg sends Swansea crowd into a frenzy

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg received a guard of honour and was greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday on his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor with the Welsh side last year.

Italy Coach Hopes T20 WC Win Sparks Cricket Boom Back Home

Italy Coach Hopes T20 WC Win Sparks Cricket Boom Back Home

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Italy coach John Davison hopes his team's maiden T20 World Cup win will grab front-page headlines back home and boost cricket's growth in the country.

Neeraj Chopra-Jan Zelezny part ways

Neeraj Chopra-Jan Zelezny part ways

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

'I'm looking forward to what 2026 has in store. I started my preparation in early November. As always, the goal is to stay healthy, and I am already excited to be competing again soon.'

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The Netherlands cricket team is excited to play against India in their final T20 World Cup league fixture at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Recently-retired Indian table tennis great A Sharath Kamal has given himself 11 years to produce the country's first Olympic medallist in the racket sport and German football club Borussia Dortmund could end up being his unlikely ally in pursuit of this path-breaking dream.

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

India, having already secured a World Cup berth, will compete against Italy in the semi-final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to win the tournament.

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Italy are gearing up for their Twenty20 World Cup debut, hoping a strong showing next month will help the sport break into popular culture in a soccer-obsessed nation that does not have a natural cricket pitch.

T20 World Cup: 'USA not underdogs anymore; ready for India'

T20 World Cup: 'USA not underdogs anymore; ready for India'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

USA vice-captain Jasdeep Singh says the team is no longer an underdog and is ready to face India in the T20 World Cup.

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 16-year-old Taekwondo player uncovered a fraudulent sports body, the 'Youth Khelo India Federation (YKIF),' which falsely claimed government affiliation and scammed athletes, prompting the Sports Ministry to file an FIR.

'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli Salutes Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal after she announced her retirement earlier this week.

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Hardik Singh has been named captain of the Indian men's hockey team for the FIH Pro League matches in Hobart, following Harmanpreet Singh's withdrawal due to personal reasons.

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha is confident about securing the hosting rights of the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games during the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26.