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Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Images from Day 1 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.

DC coach Ponting pushes for team bonding ahead of IPL

DC coach Ponting pushes for team bonding ahead of IPL

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

'When you show love towards the younger guys as a coach or a senior player, you know that they are going to give it back.'

Paris Masters: Rune in semis after Alcaraz retires; Djokovic advances

Paris Masters: Rune in semis after Alcaraz retires; Djokovic advances

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

World number one Carlos Alcaraz retired injured against Holger Rune at the Paris Masters on Friday, sending his fellow 19-year-old through to the semi-finals, while Novak Djokovic and Felix Auger-Aliassime also sealed places in the last four.

Captains' Day lights up the start of T20 World Cup

Captains' Day lights up the start of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

The 16 skippers made history, coming together in Melbourne for the first time at a T20 World Cup.

How KL Rahul calmly smashed the opposition on Day 1

How KL Rahul calmly smashed the opposition on Day 1

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

KL Rahul said that he has surprised himself with how calm he was on Day 1

Jurgensen hails Southee's leadership after five-wicket haul

Jurgensen hails Southee's leadership after five-wicket haul

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

New Zealand bowling coach Shane Jurgensen hailed Tim Southee's leadership qualities after the fast bowler claimed a five-wicket haul on Friday in his country's first Test against India in Kanpur.

Tying with India to help it play broader stabilising role in Indo-Pacific: US

Tying with India to help it play broader stabilising role in Indo-Pacific: US

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

The senior defence official, however, refrained from describing the kind of responses that the two countries would respond to their common challenges.

Batters have stopped taking risks against me: Rashid

Batters have stopped taking risks against me: Rashid

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Batters across teams have negotiated Rashid Khan pretty well.

'I'm not God! Can't win every match': Osaka

'I'm not God! Can't win every match': Osaka

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

The former world number one was especially proud of the way she has managed to mould her mindset to deal with tough losses.

PIX: Coric beats Tsitsipas to win Cincinnati Open

PIX: Coric beats Tsitsipas to win Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Inspired Garcia goes from Cincinnati qualifier to champion

No regrets if I don't win another title: Prannoy

No regrets if I don't win another title: Prannoy

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

HS Prannoy playws a pivotal role in India's epic triumph by winning the decisive third singles against Malaysia and Denmark

'People Only Wear What Bollywood Wears'

'People Only Wear What Bollywood Wears'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Bollywood actresses like Parveen Babi and Zeenat Aman were huge inspirations, and they have stuck with us.'

US Open PIX: Khachanov topples Kyrgios; Gauff ousted

US Open PIX: Khachanov topples Kyrgios; Gauff ousted

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

A summary of Tuesday's action at the US Open.

COVID cases mount as athletes arrive in Beijing

COVID cases mount as athletes arrive in Beijing

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The tally from the weekend showed 37 new cases on Sunday with most testing positive after arrival at the airport

Can Punjab Kings lay their hands on elusive IPL trophy?

Can Punjab Kings lay their hands on elusive IPL trophy?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Punjab Kings have under-performed since IPL's inception, reaching the final only once in 14 attempts.

Belgium beat Australia in shoot-out for men's hockey gold

Belgium beat Australia in shoot-out for men's hockey gold

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Belgium won their first Olympic men's hockey title, beating Australia 3-2 in a penalty shoot-out after the final finished in a 1-1 draw, in Tokyo, on Thursday.

WI all-rounder Akeal hopes to impress in ODIs ahead of IPL auction

WI all-rounder Akeal hopes to impress in ODIs ahead of IPL auction

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

A slow-left arm spinner and a dasher down the order, West Indies all-rounder Akeal Hosein declared himself as a 'total all-rounder'.

French Open PIX: Medvedev and Tsitsipas stunned

French Open PIX: Medvedev and Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com31 May 2022

IMAGES from Day 9 of the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Monday.

'None more unbeatable than Djokovic at his best'

'None more unbeatable than Djokovic at his best'

Rediff.com9 May 2020

There is no one more unbeatable in men's tennis than Novak Djokovic when the Serb is at his best, former world number four American Todd Martin said. Reigning world number one Djokovic has already established himself as one of the best ever to play the game and the Serb's Grand Slam haul of 17 is just three behind the 20 that Roger Federer has amassed. The Swiss player will be 39 in August.

Moeen Ali 'sure' India will play Ashwin in fourth Test

Moeen Ali 'sure' India will play Ashwin in fourth Test

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

England vice-captain Moeen Ali expects The Oval pitch to turn a bit later in the Test, starting Thursday.

Nadal overcomes blip to down Djokovic in final

Nadal overcomes blip to down Djokovic in final

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Rafael Nadal warmed up for the French Open with a battling 7-5, 1-6, 6-3 win over world number one Novak Djokovic as the Spaniard claimed a record-extending 10th Italian Open title in Rome on Sunday in the latest chapter of their rivalry.

French Open PIX: Nadal to face Djokovic in quarters; Alcaraz through

French Open PIX: Nadal to face Djokovic in quarters; Alcaraz through

Rediff.com30 May 2022

IMAGES from Day 8 of the French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Hyundai to ride on SUVs to capture Indian markets

Hyundai to ride on SUVs to capture Indian markets

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Hyundai Motor India expects its SUV range to gain further traction in the domestic market with demand for personal mobility gaining momentum post the second wave of COVID-19, according to a senior company official. The company, which already leads the SUV space with models like Venue, Creta, Tucson and recently launched Alcazar, is looking to maintain its lead in the segment which is growing with each passing month.

Coleman 'not ready to replace' Bolt

Coleman 'not ready to replace' Bolt

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

'There are so many guys who are hungry, want to win, are competitive, really talented and great athletes. It doesn't necessarily have to be one guy.'

Kohli heaps praise on KL Rahul

Kohli heaps praise on KL Rahul

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Kohli was happy that Rahul batted at No 5 and also kept wickets

'Too noisy, too funny, too relaxed'

'Too noisy, too funny, too relaxed'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Mourinho miffed at United players' attitude in St Etienne win

How Anjali Sud made it Big at Vimeo

How Anjali Sud made it Big at Vimeo

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

'A lot of young people, especially women, usually go on in their career path thinking to just put their head down and work hard, and the opportunities will come to them.' 'The only reason I became CEO of Vimeo was because I was pushing to create an opportunity to take the company into a different direction.'

How is Virat Kohli dealing with lockdown?

How is Virat Kohli dealing with lockdown?

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has shutdown all cricketing activities across the globe and Virat Kohli said though he is keeping himself physically fit, his main focus has been working on the mental aspect of the game.

Messi says Ballon d'Or snub was no extra motivation

Messi says Ballon d'Or snub was no extra motivation

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Lionel Messi insisted his fifth-place finish in Monday's Ballon d'Or awards was not a motivating factor behind his sensational performance in Barcelona's 4-0 thrashing of local rivals Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday.

French Open PIX: Andy Murray's hopes crushed

French Open PIX: Andy Murray's hopes crushed

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Images from Day 1 of the 2020 French Open in Paris on Sunday.

Even in victory, Bottas plays second fiddle to Hamilton

Even in victory, Bottas plays second fiddle to Hamilton

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Bottas said he was already looking forward to next season despite the fact there are still two races left on the current calendar.

How New Zealand restored pride by thrashing India in 1st Test

How New Zealand restored pride by thrashing India in 1st Test

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

New Zealand pace spearheads exploited a tricky Basin Reserve wicket to bowl India out for under 200 twice with Jamieson's height and delivery angle providing plenty of problems.

Is Leander Paes ready to hang up his racket?

Is Leander Paes ready to hang up his racket?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

India's veteran tennis ace Leander Paes hinted at possible retirement on Monday, saying he now relies on experience to outsmart opponents and shouldn't be playing past another year.

Portugal draw feels like a win, says Iceland coach

Portugal draw feels like a win, says Iceland coach

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The scoreline may have been 1-1, but level-headed Iceland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson was unable to prevent the word 'victory' passing his lips as the Nordic side held Portugal at Euro 2016.

PHOTOS: Aubameyang nets 50th EPL goal; Chelsea stunned

PHOTOS: Aubameyang nets 50th EPL goal; Chelsea stunned

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

IMAGES from EPL matches played on Wednesday

Royals take confidence from Buttler's form

Royals take confidence from Buttler's form

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Rajasthan Royals have moved on from the Jos Buttler 'Mankading' incident and the focus is strictly on winning their next IPL encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad on Friday, says seamer Jaydev Unadkat.

Russell 'hungry' for West Indies return at World Cup

Russell 'hungry' for West Indies return at World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

Russell hopes he can continue his form into the May 30-July 14 World Cup

'I said no to a lot of big films because...'

'I said no to a lot of big films because...'

Rediff.com27 May 2021

'...it didn't make sense to me.' 'If the character was not adding (to the story), I wasn't interested.' 'The reason why I chose to act is because of the way it makes me feel when I'm acting, not for the fame and money.'

Bring on India, says Bangladesh coach Joshi

Bring on India, says Bangladesh coach Joshi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Sunil Joshi is backing Bangladesh's spin bowlers, led by the in-form Shakib Al Hasan, to hold their own against India when their World Cup campaign continues next week.

'Memory of US Open win is like biting into green tea ice cream'

'Memory of US Open win is like biting into green tea ice cream'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Naomi Osaka trying to move on from 'bittersweet' maiden Grand Slam title