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PIX: Manchester City, Villa held; Chelsea lose to Fulham

PIX: Manchester City, Villa held; Chelsea lose to Fulham

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Arsenal's Premier League title prospects were enhanced without them even kicking a ball on Wednesday as their closest challengers Manchester City and Aston Villa both dropped points.

Najmul sacked as players' revolt puts BPL in limbo

Najmul sacked as players' revolt puts BPL in limbo

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

BCB removes its director Najmul Islam from key post after players revolt

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

With Rashid and Ahmed currently unavailable, Liam Dawson is the squad's only specialist spinner, meaning Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell may be required to bowl more than initially planned.

Will Bangladesh golfers play in New Delhi?

Will Bangladesh golfers play in New Delhi?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

No decision yet on Bangladesh players' participation in PGTI, says Kapil Dev

Tears at the San Siro: Jesus inspires Arsenal victory

Tears at the San Siro: Jesus inspires Arsenal victory

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Arsenal in seventh heaven with 3-1 win at Inter

Slot welcomes Salah back after public spat

Slot welcomes Salah back after public spat

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Liverpool coach Arne Slot said he was delighted to have Mohamed Salah returning from Africa Cup of Nations duty soon, despite an apparent falling-out just weeks ago.

Why India women are going to be very hard to beat!

Why India women are going to be very hard to beat!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

She considers Australia the best women's cricket team in the world right now but Ashleigh Gardner is also spooked by the fact that recently crowned ODI world champions India are well on their way to become a "very hard to beat" side in the coming decade.

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has rejected claims that batters have worked him out, saying consistent execution, not new variations, will define his impact at the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

According to experts, the ban will not result in revenue loss for the BCCI or the IPL broadcasters.

Why Women's Cricket Needs These Rule Changes!

Why Women's Cricket Needs These Rule Changes!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has called for a review of fielding rules and boundary lengths in women's cricket, saying current conditions give batters too much of an advantage.

Hazlewood 'on track' to start T20 World Cup

Hazlewood 'on track' to start T20 World Cup

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

With their Ashes hero Mitchell Starc retiring from T20 internationals, Xavier Bartlett is set to claim the second pace bowling slot in the group stage of the World Cup.

Blow for Liverpool; Isak out for two months after surgery

Blow for Liverpool; Isak out for two months after surgery

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak is expected to be sidelined for at least a couple of months after breaking his leg and undergoing surgery.

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

On a high after beating RCB, Delhi Capitals aim for strong showing against Gujarat Giants

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit the nets hard ahead of NZ ODIs

PIX: Kohli, Rohit hit the nets hard ahead of NZ ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma looked in good touch as India went through a rigorous training session in Vadodara on Friday, ahead of their three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

From Retired Out To Match Winner: Harleen's Epic Comeback!

From Retired Out To Match Winner: Harleen's Epic Comeback!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Less than 24 hours after being retired out, Harleen Deol bounced back with a blistering 64 not out from 39 balls to power UP Warriorz to victory.

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A struggling, but promising South African unit will be aiming to avenge the heartbreak of 2024 by securing the grandest prize in T20I cricket on Indian soil, with the Proteas' 'Gen-Next' of Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kwena Maphaka in the spotlight.

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

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Leander Paes has partnered with Indian Golf Union (IGU), Professional Golfers' Association of India (PGAI) and The Gold Foundation (TGF) to build a pipeline of emerging golf talent in the country.

BPL match marred by tragic death of Dhaka coach Zaki

BPL match marred by tragic death of Dhaka coach Zaki

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki died on Saturday after collapsing on the field ahead of his team's Bangladesh Premier League game against Rajshahi Warriors in Sylhet, with local media reporting he suffered a heart attack.

Premier League sponsorship regulations 'void and unenforceable'

Premier League sponsorship regulations 'void and unenforceable'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The decision follows a legal challenge by Manchester City against the league's Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules, which regulate commercial deals between clubs and companies linked to their owners if considered above fair market value.

Lacklustre Arsenal held to goalless draw by Liverpool

Lacklustre Arsenal held to goalless draw by Liverpool

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Arsenal missed the chance to go eight points clear at the top of the Premier League in a turgid 0-0 draw with champions Liverpool.

I-League to be renamed as Indian Football League

I-League to be renamed as Indian Football League

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The I-League, the country's second-tier football competition, will be restructured and rechristened as Indian Football League (IFL).

UCL PHOTOS: PSG falter; Spurs win

UCL PHOTOS: PSG falter; Spurs win

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday

WPL playoff race tightens as Warriorz face Giants

WPL playoff race tightens as Warriorz face Giants

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

UP Warriorz will start with a clear edge when they take on a struggling Gujarat Giants in Vadodara on Thursday, as the race for the remaining two playoff spots in the Women's Premier League heats up.

PIX: Manchester Utd edge Newcastle, move up to fifth

PIX: Manchester Utd edge Newcastle, move up to fifth

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu struck in the first half as Ruben Amorim's side held on for an ugly 1-0 victory over Newcastle United on Friday in the year's only Boxing Day fixture to climb to fifth place in the Premier League standings.

KKR controversy: Congress asks who allowed Bangladeshi players

KKR controversy: Congress asks who allowed Bangladeshi players

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Amid the ongoing debate over remarks made by Hindu spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur against actor Shah Rukh Khan over the inclusion of a Bangladeshi player in the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team, Congress leader Supriya Shrinate questioned the role of the BCCI and the ICC in allowing Bangladeshi players to be part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction pool.

DC vs UP Warriorz: Fixing flaws key to WPL win

DC vs UP Warriorz: Fixing flaws key to WPL win

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Delhi Capitals, the losing finalists of the first three seasons, have not made an ideal start under the new leadership of Jemimah Rodrigues. It is still early days but Rodrigues and Co. would be desperate to get their campaign back on track.

Ex-EPL referee sentenced over schoolboy video

Ex-EPL referee sentenced over schoolboy video

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Ex-Premier League soccer referee Coote gets suspended sentence for indecent image charge

'Bindra Brought Money Into Indian Cricket'

'Bindra Brought Money Into Indian Cricket'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Mr Bindra stressed the importance of marketing the game which helped Indian cricket massively. Not only have state associations become self sufficient but the cricketers have also benefitted greatly.'

Manchester City owners snap ties with Mumbai City FC

Manchester City owners snap ties with Mumbai City FC

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

City Football Group, which owns several top clubs worldwide including English Premier League giants Manchester City, has pulled out of its association with Mumbai City FC amid uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League, according to sources.

WPL: Gujarat Giants aim to extend dream start vs MI

WPL: Gujarat Giants aim to extend dream start vs MI

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Having made their best-ever start to a season, Gujarat Giants would back themselves to get past defending champions Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League (WPL) in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday.

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Speaking to select media ahead of the Women's Premier League, Shreyanka spoke at length about dealing with back-to-back injuries.

New Manchester United Boss Carrick Faces Stern Pep Test

New Manchester United Boss Carrick Faces Stern Pep Test

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Carrick faces first test as United boss in Manchester derby showdown

ICC team heads for Dhaka amid T20 World Cup standoff

ICC team heads for Dhaka amid T20 World Cup standoff

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

ICC officials to visit Bangladesh to resolve T20 WC imbroglio

'll take couple of days for win to sink in'

'll take couple of days for win to sink in'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

De Klerk said she just struck to the basics while bowling and it helped her reap rich dividends.

Revenge on mind in WPL! UPW, MI face off for 2nd time in 3 days

Revenge on mind in WPL! UPW, MI face off for 2nd time in 3 days

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Winless in the first three outings, the Warriorz opened their account on Thursday, beating defending champions Mumbai Indians by seven wickets, and they are set to face each other for the second time in three days.

PIX: Arsenal down Chelsea in League Cup semis

PIX: Arsenal down Chelsea in League Cup semis

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

With 17 goal attempts compared to Chelsea's 10, Arsenal will feel they should have gone home with a bigger margin of victory and it will be all to play for in north London on February 3.

Mustafizur to lead Bangladesh's bowling at T20 World Cup

Mustafizur to lead Bangladesh's bowling at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Sunday's team announcement followed reports that the Bangladesh Cricket Board is seeking to move their World Cup matches out of India.

Bangladesh board breaks silence on Najmul's rant against Tamim

Bangladesh board breaks silence on Najmul's rant against Tamim

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

BCB distances itself from director's remarks questioning players' commitment

PIX: Arsenal extend lead, Aston Villa surge into second

PIX: Arsenal extend lead, Aston Villa surge into second

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Arsenal beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday to extend their lead at the top of the English Premier League.