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India edge Bhutan to seal SAFF U17 semi spot

India edge Bhutan to seal SAFF U17 semi spot

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The India U17 men's national team sealed their spot in the semi-finals of the SAFF U17 Championship 2025

Saim hits maiden ton as Pakistan down Zimbabwe

Saim hits maiden ton as Pakistan down Zimbabwe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The 22-year-old brought up his first ODI ton in 53 balls, as he hammered the ball to all corners and finished 113 not out.

Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem rivalry put on hold

Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem rivalry put on hold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Neeraj Chopra's much-anticipated showdown with Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem at the Diamond League Meeting in Silesia, Poland, on August 16 will not take place

'My Conscience Does Not Permit Me To Watch This Match'

'My Conscience Does Not Permit Me To Watch This Match'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Operation Sindoor is still ongoing. The Prime Minister himself said that blood and water cannot flow together, that talks and terrorism cannot go together. So how can we have a cricket match with a country that indulges in terrorism?'

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Sachin's message on Operation Sindoor goes viral

Rediff.com7 May 2025

"Fearless in unity. Boundless in strength. India's shield is her people. There's no room for terrorism in this world. We're ONE TEAM! Jai Hind," Tendulkar posted

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

Pakistan mulls ban on sports teams' participation in India

Pakistan mulls ban on sports teams' participation in India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Pakistan's sports minister Riaz Pirzada has said that consultations would be held with the relevant government ministries to consider imposing a complete ban on sports team from the country taking part in any event on Indian soil. "We are considering taking such a step after the treatment meted out to the Pakistan junior hockey team by the Indian High Commission and the International Hockey Federation which is headed by an Indian," he told the media.

Huge name withdraws from Neeraj Chopra Classic

Huge name withdraws from Neeraj Chopra Classic

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Peters has had a long rivalry with Chopra

Chennai lad earns surprise Davis Cup call-up!

Chennai lad earns surprise Davis Cup call-up!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Davis Cup: Bold move by India, captain Rajpal fields Dhakshineswar against Switzerland

Neeraj Chopra finishes eight in javelin final, Sachin fourth

Neeraj Chopra finishes eight in javelin final, Sachin fourth

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

eeraj Chopra endured a nightmarish outing at the World Championships' men's javelin throw finals to end a disappointing eighth at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

Pakistan's hockey coach resigns after salary unpaid

Pakistan's hockey coach resigns after salary unpaid

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Pakistan's Dutch hockey coach Siegfried Aikman has resigned from his post after not getting paid for the last 12 months. Aikman, who had joined the national team last year, took to social media to announce he had officially resigned as head coach.

What Gift Did Oman Team Give SKY?

What Gift Did Oman Team Give SKY?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

It is a custom with Oman teams to present a gift to their opponents even in junior cricket.

India outclass Pakistan to lift junior Asia Cup

India outclass Pakistan to lift junior Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Araijeet Singh Hundal slammed four goals as defending champions India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in the summit clash to win a hat-trick of titles in the men's junior Asia Cup in Muscat on Wednesday.

Tour for Champions Trophy commences in Pakistan

Tour for Champions Trophy commences in Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Sources in the PCB yesterday said the trophy tour was planned in consultation and with the approval of the ICC and it was not a unilateral decision of the PCB.

Liverpool Icons Fowler, Kewell Apply For India Job!

Liverpool Icons Fowler, Kewell Apply For India Job!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The technical committee of the AIFF, headed by former captain IM Vijayan, will meet on Wednesday to shortlist the candidates for the appointment of the head coach of the senior men's national team after the federation received 170 applications for the vacant post.

Show Of Sindoor At Modi's Patna Road Show

Show Of Sindoor At Modi's Patna Road Show

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'Sindoor symbolises our culture, honour and dignity. Modiji has acted rightly against Pakistan by naming it Operation Sindoor.'

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The star-studded 12-man event, to be held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, will feature seven of the best javelin throwers in the world and five Indians, including Chopra.

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Neeraj Chopra made it look effortless as he sealed his spot at the World Athletics Championships with a stunning first throw in Tokyo on Wednesday.

CT 2025: UAE offers to host India-Pakistan showdown

CT 2025: UAE offers to host India-Pakistan showdown

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made its stance clear about not travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. On the other hand, the PCB has been firm about hosting the entire tournament in Pakistan.

Embattled India Seek Asia Cup Redemption, Eye WC Berth

Embattled India Seek Asia Cup Redemption, Eye WC Berth

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Hockey: India seek World Cup berth through Asia Cup triumph; up against China in opener

Asia Cup: When Gavaskar, Khanna Stole The Show

Asia Cup: When Gavaskar, Khanna Stole The Show

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'Scoring those half-centuries and winning the trophy for India is indeed special.'

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

On June 6, Poland's Martin Konecny had replaced Asian Games bronze medallist Genki Dean of Japan as the organisers confirmed the 12-man entry list for the rescheduled event.

'Utterly blindsided': Gillespie slams Pakistan Cricket Board

'Utterly blindsided': Gillespie slams Pakistan Cricket Board

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie revealed that he stepped down as Pakistan's Test head coach after being 'completely and utterly blindsided' by the PCB.

Can Neeraj Chopra defend his world title in Tokyo?

Can Neeraj Chopra defend his world title in Tokyo?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

If the two-time Olympic medallist Indian wins gold on September 18, the day of the finals, he will become the third men ever to win the world championships javelin title in two consecutive editions.

'Sanju good enough to bat at any number'

'Sanju good enough to bat at any number'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Sanju Samson not batting enough at number five and six doesn't mean he can't do the job there, said India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Friday while expressing confidence in the Kerala dasher's ability ahead of the Asia Cup clash against Pakistan.

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) said the tournament will go ahead on schedule irrespective of India's participation.

'If I don't take wickets, there'll be no place for me'

'If I don't take wickets, there'll be no place for me'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

During the two months in England when he was warming the bench, the easy way would have been to blame anyone and everyone for his failure to fit into India's playing XI, but Kuldeep Yadav chose to traverse the tougher route.

Pakistan's Arshad's b'day post for Neeraj wins hearts

Pakistan's Arshad's b'day post for Neeraj wins hearts

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan took to social media to extend his warm birthday wishes to India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra.

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Former Team India hockey stars Rupinder Pal Singh, Gurwinder Singh Chandi and Jugraj Singh are now engaged in a different 'field work' - they are part of the relief and rescue operations in flood-affected Punjab.

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi wants PCB to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India.

Neeraj Chopra Classic postponed indefinitely

Neeraj Chopra Classic postponed indefinitely

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Neeraj Chopra Classic is a World Athletics Gold category event featuring former world champions Anderson Peters and Julius Yego, 2016 Olympic winner Thomas Roehler and American Curtis Thompson among others.

Pakistan Hockey fires entire coaching team before Asian Games

Pakistan Hockey fires entire coaching team before Asian Games

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

PHF sacks entire coaching staff of Pakistan men's team ahead of Asian Games

50 Years On: Relive India's 1975 hockey World Cup title

50 Years On: Relive India's 1975 hockey World Cup title

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

March 15, 2025, Saturday, marks the 50th anniversary of India's landmark victory over Pakistan in the final of the 1975 hockey World Cup.

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday said he was at a loss for words and overwhelmed after his statue was unveiled during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The bilingual -- Hindi and English -- invitation cards for I-Day anniversary celebrations carry this image on the top right corner of the invite, while the silhouetted image of the Chenab bridge, the world's tallest railway arch bridge, sits at the lower side of the cards, which have largely being issued online via 'Aamantran' website of the Ministry of Defence.

Operation Sindoor, swadeshi push in Modi's I-Day speech

Operation Sindoor, swadeshi push in Modi's I-Day speech

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The invitation cards for the 79th Independence Day celebration also carry the Operation Sindoor logo, and the water mark of Chenab bridge to exemplify the rise of 'Naya Bharat'. Floral decorations at the venue will also be based on 'Operation Sindoor'.

Pakistan Support For China Sparks Controversy

Pakistan Support For China Sparks Controversy

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

While India celebrated, a surprising incident involving the Pakistan team captured attention.

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Hundred looking to feed off IPL's "phenomenal growth" after drawing Indian investment

Visas approved for Pakistan athletes

Visas approved for Pakistan athletes

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Later in the day, Athletics Federation of India (AFI), the organisers of the event, said the Pakistan contingent has arrived at Wagah border.

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Shah, the son of India's Home Minister Amit Shah, will have his task cut out as the ICC looks to find an acceptable solution to implement the 'Hybrid Model' for the Champions Trophy originally scheduled in Pakistan.