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T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

T20 World Cup: Super Eights: Is Dube India's X-Factor?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'

Rashid Khan: Afghanistan Still Hopeful Despite Super 8 Uncertainty

Rashid Khan: Afghanistan Still Hopeful Despite Super 8 Uncertainty

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Rashid Khan says Afghanistan will continue to play positive cricket and make the nation proud despite slim Super Eights hopes after beating UAE in the T20 World Cup.

Focus on Abhishek's batting as India take on Netherlands

Focus on Abhishek's batting as India take on Netherlands

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India will be hoping that Abhishek Sharma returns to his destructive ways and the other batters up their game against spin when the side takes the field for its final T20 World Cup league fixture against the Netherlands.

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Shai Hope praises West Indies' squad depth after a nine-wicket win over Nepal seals Super Eights berth in the T20 World Cup, with Jason Holder and Matthew Forde starring.

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Modi to embark on two-day Israel visit, to boost defence ties

Rediff.com5 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel to enhance defence and trade cooperation amid Middle East tensions. Discussions will include defence, security, and the situation in Gaza.

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Women in crime can turn on and off emotions like a tap.' 'Something that comes in the way of their goals can be eliminated without a second thought.'

Unbeaten New Zealand, South Africa in battle for group supremacy

Unbeaten New Zealand, South Africa in battle for group supremacy

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

New Zealand and South Africa, both undefeated, will compete for the top spot in their T20 World Cup group in a match that could determine momentum heading into the Super 8s.

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Afghanistan and Canada, already out of contention, are set to clash in their final T20 World Cup match, both eager to secure a morale-boosting victory.

'Fearless' Kishan's 77 Took Game Away From Pakistan

'Fearless' Kishan's 77 Took Game Away From Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Pakistan coach Mike Hesson credits Ishan Kishan's blistering 77 as the turning point in India's 61-run T20 World Cup win in Colombo, urges team to bounce back.

Shivakumar like a railway engine, makes a lot of noise: Cong leader

Shivakumar like a railway engine, makes a lot of noise: Cong leader

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Shivakumar had said on February 14 that the Congress high command and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would examine the statements being made by party MLAs.

How Smriti Mandhana Battled Flu To Lead RCB To WPL 2026 Title

How Smriti Mandhana Battled Flu To Lead RCB To WPL 2026 Title

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Smriti Mandhana stroked a brilliant 41-ball 87 in the final against Delhi Capitals as RCB chased down a record 204 -- the highest successful chase in the history of WPL.

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-0 in an Indian Super League match, with goals from Jamie Maclaren and Dimitrios Petratos.

T20WC: Kiwis out to tighten grip atop Group D vs UAE

T20WC: Kiwis out to tighten grip atop Group D vs UAE

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

New Zealand aims to solidify their Group D lead with a victory against the United Arab Emirates in their T20 World Cup match, following a win against Afghanistan. The Kiwis will look for strong performances from Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra, while the UAE seeks to gain experience against a top team.

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Nepal will aim to secure their first T20 World Cup win against debutants Italy in a Group C match, following a narrow defeat to England. The match is scheduled for Thursday.

How India Plays Cricket

How India Plays Cricket

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

In India, cricket games are part of our geographical landscape like the Ganga or the Himalayas or the Western Ghats or Kanyakumari. Millions of games unfold across India at any time of day. Travel in any direction and you are bound to see a cricket game in progress -- be it urban gully cricket to games on dusty village grounds to roaring stadiums to famous greens that cradled cricket like Shivaji Park or Azad Maidan.

Do Deewane Seher Mein: 'Love Is Rarely Loud'

Do Deewane Seher Mein: 'Love Is Rarely Loud'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

'Commitment isn't about grand promises; it's about showing up consistently, even when it's inconvenient.'

T20 WC: Australia repose faith in young pacers

T20 WC: Australia repose faith in young pacers

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Australia captain Mitch Marsh says the team is confident of their young bowlers performing at the T20 World Cup and that the team has taken lessons from their T20I series loss in Pakistan last month.

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's head coach Ajay Sharma attributes their historic Ranji Trophy final entry to teamwork and a 'Sholay'-like spirit, highlighting the team's self-belief and the emergence of fast-bowling talent like Auqib Nabi.

BAFTAs Recognise Dharmendra's Passing

BAFTAs Recognise Dharmendra's Passing

Rediff.com6 days ago

The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) were held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Shadab Khan defends Pakistan's team selections and strategy in the T20 World Cup, emphasising the importance of clear communication and adaptability.

T20 World Cup: 'International cricket will expose you': Amir fires Abhishek

T20 World Cup: 'International cricket will expose you': Amir fires Abhishek

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir critiques Abhishek Sharma's recent performances in the T20 World Cup, highlighting technical flaws and vulnerability to strategic bowling.

CSK should look at riding Sarfaraz's purple patch: Ashwin

CSK should look at riding Sarfaraz's purple patch: Ashwin

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

"CSK should look at riding his purple patch by slotting him into Playing XII": Ashwin on Sarfaraz Khan's incredible form in domestic cricket

Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Namibia's Loftie-Eaton sends warning to India ahead of T20 WC match

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia all-rounder Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton believes that pressure will be on defending champions India on their home turf and that his team has nothing to lose in their T20 World Cup match in New Delhi on Thursday.

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar advises the Indian cricket team not to overanalyze their batting performance against the USA in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing that their aggressive approach has been largely successful.

Bandwaale Review: Soulful

Bandwaale Review: Soulful

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Kudos to the makers for attempting to create a meaningful series, Bandwaale, that blends the beauty of music to inspire you to look within, and find your voice, raves Divya Nair.

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Fans Turn Up Heat Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash in Colombo

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Fans gather in huge numbers at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 clash, with confidence and emotions running high on both sides.

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Mohammedan SC; Bengaluru FC blank SC Delhi

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Mohammedan SC; Bengaluru FC blank SC Delhi

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Indian Super League: Jamshedpur FC beat Mohammedan SC 1-0 at home, Bengaluru FC beat Sporting Club Delhi.

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

Rediff.com7 days ago

David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

T20 World Cup: Injury scare in nets: Kishan limps off after Bumrah yorker

T20 World Cup: Injury scare in nets: Kishan limps off after Bumrah yorker

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Ishan Kishan displayed the menacing form he has shown of late in the India nets on Wednesday until being hit by a sharp Jasprit Bumrah yorker.

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal double ton takes Karnataka to mammoth total

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal double ton takes Karnataka to mammoth total

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Skipper Devdutt Padikkal led from the front with a maiden double hundred in first-class cricket as a dominant Karnataka posted an imposing 689 for six, compounding Uttarakhand's misery in their Ranji Trophy semifinal, in Lucknow, on Monday.

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

England aim to seal Super Eights qualification against T20 World Cup debutants Italy at Eden Gardens, as the historic football rivalry adds spice to their Group C clash.

Valentine's Day Special: 10 Under-rated Romcoms On OTT

Valentine's Day Special: 10 Under-rated Romcoms On OTT

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

10 great movie choices for that date night on February 14.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

Rediff.com5 days ago

Harry Brook ton leads England to nervy win over Pakistan and T20 World Cup semifinals.

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Justice Cunha Commission which was constituted to investigate the June 4 stampede, had reportedly concluded in its report that the "design and structure" of the stadium were "unsuitable and unsafe" for mass gatherings

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'This leading filmmaker told me: "Don't let the industry cake you up with makeup and wigs. You are a breath of fresh air".'

V-Day RomCom: Why 'Save The Money' Is The Real Scam

V-Day RomCom: Why 'Save The Money' Is The Real Scam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

You can compound money. You cannot compound being young and stupidly in love. So? 'Don't Play Small' this Valentine's Day

UAE, Afghanistan in battle for survival at T20 World Cup

UAE, Afghanistan in battle for survival at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

UAE will look to shore up their middle-order batting against spin as they face Afghanistan in a crucial T20 World Cup Group D match. Both teams need a win to keep their qualification hopes alive.

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

T20 WC: England edge Italy, seal Super 8s spot

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

England finally rediscovered their attacking mojo, riding on an explosive start and a splendid late surge from Will Jacks to post a challenging 202 for seven against Italy in their must-win Group C clash, in Kolkata, on Monday.

JEE Main: How Atharva Chauhan Scored 99.78 Percentile

JEE Main: How Atharva Chauhan Scored 99.78 Percentile

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Atharva Chauhan, who achieved a remarkable 99.78 percentile in the JEE Main exam, credited his success to disciplined study, family support and guidance from his teachers.

T20 WC: No Rohit, no Kohli... India still the team to beat

T20 WC: No Rohit, no Kohli... India still the team to beat

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

A seemingly unstoppable force in the shortest format, the current India squad has an aura of invincibility around it unlike the one that ended the cricketing powerhouse's long wait for an ICC title in Barbados 19 months ago.