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MS Dhoni Returns! CSK Fans Thrilled

MS Dhoni Returns! CSK Fans Thrilled

Rediff.com6 days ago

MS Dhoni arrived in Chennai to begin Chennai Super Kings' pre-season camp ahead of IPL 2026, sparking excitement among fans.

J&K Celebrates Historic Ranji Trophy Win

J&K Celebrates Historic Ranji Trophy Win

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir celebrated their first-ever Ranji Trophy title after defeating Karnataka in the final, marking a historic moment for cricket in the Union Territory.

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Rediff.com2 days ago

Arsenal seized control of the Premier League title race as Bukayo Saka's goal secured a priceless 1-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City could only draw 2-2 at home to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest.

T20 World Cup: Pak crash out despite win, NZ advances

T20 World Cup: Pak crash out despite win, NZ advances

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka but failed to qualify for the T20 World Cup semifinals due to a lower net run rate than New Zealand, who advanced from Group 2 alongside England.

'It will be nice to play in the IPL'

'It will be nice to play in the IPL'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'I just go with the flow. I try to perform and be consistent as much as possible. Then whatever happens, happens. It's all God's plan.'

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

Rediff.com3 days ago

Formula One's 2026 season opens at the Australian Grand Prix with sweeping chassis and power unit changes, new overtake modes and sustainable fuel ushering in a bold but uncertain new era.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com5 days ago

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

Rediff.com6 days ago

New Zealand reached the Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals after Pakistan crashed out despite a victory against Sri Lanka in a Group Two Super Eights match in Pallekele on Saturday.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com4 days ago

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com2 days ago

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A look back at the thrilling encounters between India and New Zealand in ICC tournament knockout stages, highlighting key moments and memorable performances.

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

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

Rediff.com3 days ago

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'.

IPL: RCB to assemble at Chinnaswamy on March 15

IPL: RCB to assemble at Chinnaswamy on March 15

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) president, Venkatesh Prasad, has expressed confidence that the remaining security enhancements at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium will be completed before the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad arrives on March 15.

Kumble hints at India's hidden T20 World Cup advantage

Kumble hints at India's hidden T20 World Cup advantage

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Anil Kumble and Faf du Plessis analyze India's T20 World Cup strategy, highlighting the team's experimentation with part-time bowlers and potential vulnerabilities on flat pitches.

T20 World Cup: Rely on your strengths to handle Varun, De Kock advises teammates

T20 World Cup: Rely on your strengths to handle Varun, De Kock advises teammates

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Quinton de Kock advises his South African teammates to rely on their strengths and instincts when facing Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy in their upcoming T20 match, acknowledging Chakravarthy's skill and the pressure of the game.

Federico Cina Claims Maha Open Title in Thrilling Final

Federico Cina Claims Maha Open Title in Thrilling Final

Rediff.com5 days ago

Federico Cina of Italy defeated Felix Gill of Britain in a thrilling final to win the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tennis Championship in Pune.

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Why Afghanistan And Pakistan Are At War

Rediff.com3 days ago

Afghans have deep self-respect and are the last people to put up with humiliation. Is it any surprise that relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have touched an all-time low and the two countries are now at war? asks M R Narayan Swamy.

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Strikes into the Gulf countries are proof that the security guarantees offered by the US are ineffective and that the Gulf countries cannot rely on American security assurances for their safety.'

Getafe shock Real Madrid, open up LaLiga title race

Getafe shock Real Madrid, open up LaLiga title race

Rediff.com4 days ago

Getafe secured a surprising 1-0 victory against Real Madrid in LaLiga, courtesy of Martin Satriano's stunning volley, leaving Barcelona with a four-point lead at the top of the table.

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.

'I've Gone Through Different Kinds Of Assault'

'I've Gone Through Different Kinds Of Assault'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'Playing a rape survivor can't ever be compared to actually being one.'

RCB to play IPL 2026 home games outside Bengaluru

RCB to play IPL 2026 home games outside Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

RCB are set to shift their IPL 2026 home matches from Bengaluru to the D Y Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai and Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Raipur.

Defence stocks gain amid West Asia crisis

Defence stocks gain amid West Asia crisis

Rediff.com3 days ago

Even as the benchmark and broader indices were down sharply on Monday due to escalating tensions in West Asia, the Nifty Defence index ended the session in the green.

Authorities send kits made for junior teams to senior squad at AFC Asian Cup

Authorities send kits made for junior teams to senior squad at AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian women's national football team has lodged a formal complaint with the AIFF regarding ill-fitting kits received just before their opening AFC Women's Asian Cup match in Australia, citing a lack of professionalism and disruption to their preparations.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's key spinner Varun Chakaravarthy fine-tunes his bowling skills in a dedicated training session ahead of the crucial T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England, focusing on length and control.

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Mayank Agarwal stroked a fluent century to lead Karnataka's fightback after Auqib Nabi's three-wicket haul had put Jammu and Kashmir in control, on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy final.

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Ranji Trophy Final: Don't Take Jammu And Kashmir Lightly: Former Captain Vinay Kumar Warns Karnataka

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Former India pacer R Vinay Kumar said the enviable batting riches in their line-up will give Karnataka a huge upper hand over maiden entrants Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy final.

After 50-over World Cup triumph India women eye T20 crown

After 50-over World Cup triumph India women eye T20 crown

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

The Indian women's cricket team, buoyed by their recent success, is focused on achieving consistent performance and dominating world cricket, with a particular emphasis on the upcoming T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek's form, confidence in focus vs England at Wankhede

T20 World Cup: Abhishek's form, confidence in focus vs England at Wankhede

Rediff.com3 days ago

Having finished as the second-highest run-getter in 2025 among top nations, Abhishek was touted to dominate the tournament but the law of averages seemed to be catching up with the World No. 1 T20 batter when he returned to the dugout with three ducks in as many matches.

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wolverhampton Wanderers stun Liverpool 2-1 with a 94th-minute winner to revive survival hopes and dent the Reds' top-five push, while Everton and Sunderland claim crucial Premier League victories.

NZ are India's second favourites at T20 WC: Mitchell

NZ are India's second favourites at T20 WC: Mitchell

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Daryl Mitchell says New Zealand will embrace their tag as Indian fans' 'second favourite team' as they face must-win Super Eight clashes against Sri Lanka and England in the T20 World Cup.

Overconfident India outsmarted by Proteas: Gavaskar

Overconfident India outsmarted by Proteas: Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar says India played with overconfidence and failed to adapt in their 76-run T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa, and backs Axar Patel's return for the Zimbabwe clash.

Undertrial Prisoner Dies After Being Found Unconscious in Mandoli Jail

Undertrial Prisoner Dies After Being Found Unconscious in Mandoli Jail

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 35-year-old undertrial prisoner, Azad, died at GTB Hospital in Delhi after being found unconscious in Mandoli Jail. His family alleges he was assaulted, prompting an investigation.

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

A Netherlands cricket board member criticises the ICC's revenue distribution model, arguing it hinders the growth of associate nations.

Why Rental Family Is A Feel Good Watch

Why Rental Family Is A Feel Good Watch

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Rental Family explores a simple question: If you pretend to care for long enough, when does it start to feel real? Mayur Sanap gives us a closer look.

Power Of Ginger: 10 Reasons Why It is Not Just A Spice

Power Of Ginger: 10 Reasons Why It is Not Just A Spice

Rediff.com5 days ago

Anyone who has felt queasy, been sick, or had a unsettled tummy has likely tried ginger or been advised to do so. Ginger has been trusted for centuries as a gentle and reliable solution to many a medical ill.

Is Iran nearing Chinese missile deal as conflict escalates?

Is Iran nearing Chinese missile deal as conflict escalates?

Rediff.com5 days ago

China has denied reports of finalising a deal with Iran to sell CM-302 supersonic anti-ship missiles, amidst rising tensions in the Middle East and joint US-Israeli airstrikes.

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Zimbabwe faces South Africa in their final Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup, aiming to improve their bowling and challenge the in-form Proteas.

T20 World Cup: 'Calm, Composed, Class': Shastri on Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: 'Calm, Composed, Class': Shastri on Sanju Samson

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ravi Shastri praises Sanju Samson's defining innings, highlighting his calmness, composure, and class under pressure in a crucial knockout contest.