News for 'semifinal'

Chaos in Kathmandu: Nepal's unfair play stun India

Chaos in Kathmandu: Nepal's unfair play stun India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

AIFF to write to SAFF regarding Nepal holding up SAFF women's semifinal match

Sreejesh's heroics save the day for India

Sreejesh's heroics save the day for India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Sreejesh was the cynosure of all eyes as he consistently denied Great Britain scoring opportunities

SA in T20 WC final is 'destructive poetry in motion'

SA in T20 WC final is 'destructive poetry in motion'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

It's emotional down here, we're in final: Steyn, Smith laud SA for T20 WC final entry

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Sweden enter semifinals

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Sweden enter semifinals

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

Spain and Sweden enter the semifinals of the Women's World Cup.

T20 WC: West Indies thrash Bangladesh by 8 wickets

T20 WC: West Indies thrash Bangladesh by 8 wickets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Captain Nigar Sultana top-scored for Bangladesh with a 44-ball 39 but she did not get enough support from her batting colleagues.

'Fans will witness new side of Indian women's hockey'

'Fans will witness new side of Indian women's hockey'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The Indian women's hockey team has been struggling this year but chief coach Harendra Singh on Monday promised that his wards will play as a "new side" and will not disappoint the fans during the Asian Champions Trophy, beginning on November 11.

Indian women crush Japan, set up title clash with China

Indian women crush Japan, set up title clash with China

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

India continued their unbeaten run and defeated Japan 2-0 to enter the final of the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Rajgir, Bihar

Satwik-Chirag's comeback bid: Can they reclaim glory?

Satwik-Chirag's comeback bid: Can they reclaim glory?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

The former world number one duo had been sidelined from competitive action post the Paris Olympics due to Satwik's shoulder injury.

Women's T20 WC: SA pull off stunning upset against Aus

Women's T20 WC: SA pull off stunning upset against Aus

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

A resolute South Africa came up with a clinical performance to shock mighty Australia by eight wickets and enter the final of the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on Thursday.

Did Rohit's heroics end Matthew Wade's career?

Did Rohit's heroics end Matthew Wade's career?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Matthew Wade has revealed that his team's defeat to India in the T20 World Cup earlier this year was probably the moment that ended his career as it was the first time that the thought of retirement crossed his mind.

NEUFC beat Shillong Lajong, enter Durand Cup final

NEUFC beat Shillong Lajong, enter Durand Cup final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Notice for ticket holders ahead of Durand Cup semis Kolkata

'Virat Kohli, the greatest Test captain ever'

'Virat Kohli, the greatest Test captain ever'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Anirudha Srikkanth heaped praise on talisman batter Virat Kohli's captaincy and said that he was the reason why India could win Tests outside home soil.

Is this India's year to finally win T20 Women's World Cup?

Is this India's year to finally win T20 Women's World Cup?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Delving further deep into the chances of the Harmanpreer Kaur-led side, Sthalekar said India have the wherewithal to beat Australia, their nemesis in global events over the years

Afghanistan aim to upset South Africa in T20 WC semis

Afghanistan aim to upset South Africa in T20 WC semis

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Without belittling the poised run of the Proteas, Afghanistan have been the revelation of this ICC showpiece.

Jannik Sinner-Carlos Alcaraz set for Beijing blockbuster

Jannik Sinner-Carlos Alcaraz set for Beijing blockbuster

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Sinner advanced with a 6-3, 7-6 (3) victory over home favorite Bu Yunchaokete and No. 2 seed Alcaraz held off No. 3 Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3 in Tuesday's semifinals.

PIX: New Zealand crowned champions of Women's T20 World Cup

PIX: New Zealand crowned champions of Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Photos from the final of the ICC Women's T20 Cricket World Cup

'Same 50g': Olympic champ Higuchi consoles Vinesh Phogat

'Same 50g': Olympic champ Higuchi consoles Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Japan's Olympic champion Rei Higuchi offered his support to Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was debarred from her final in the Paris Games for being 100gm above the prescribed weight limit.

Bopanna-Sutjiadi win a thriller to enter US Open semis

Bopanna-Sutjiadi win a thriller to enter US Open semis

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Rohan Bopanna and his Indonesian partner Aldila Sutjiadi registered a hard-fought win over Australian Matthew Ebden and Barbora Krejcikova.

Arjun Erigaise reigns supreme at WR Chess Masters

Arjun Erigaise reigns supreme at WR Chess Masters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaise secured the WR Chess masters title after defeating Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France in the Armageddon game following two draws in Classical chess during the final.

England eye big win vs USA to stay alive in T20 WC

England eye big win vs USA to stay alive in T20 WC

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

No team is assured of a semifinal berth and England will need to defeat USA by either 10 runs or at least an over to spare to stay in contention for the semifinals.

Mission T20 WC trophy: Team India to leave on May 25

Mission T20 WC trophy: Team India to leave on May 25

Rediff.com22 May 2024

First batch of Team India players to depart for US on May 25 for T20 World Cup

Rowing at Olympics: Panwar finishes 4th in heat, moves to repechage

Rowing at Olympics: Panwar finishes 4th in heat, moves to repechage

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

India's lone rower in Paris Olympics, Balraj Panwar moved to the repechages after finishing fourth in heat 1

Bronze rush for India: Five medals bagged at U23 Worlds

Bronze rush for India: Five medals bagged at U23 Worlds

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

India's 59kg woman grappler Anjli clinched a silver medal, while free-style exponent Chirag assured the country of at least a second-place finish when he reached the 55kg final in the in the U23 World Championships in Tirana, Albania.

Mandhana pushes India for T20 World Cup readiness

Mandhana pushes India for T20 World Cup readiness

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Mandhana said each tournament since the last few months has been a step towards preparation for the World T20 scheduled to be held in Bangladesh later this year.

China Open: Alcaraz joins elite club with 200th career win

China Open: Alcaraz joins elite club with 200th career win

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands 6-1, 6-2 at the China Open on Sunday to capture his 200th career tour victory.

We wanted to win this series at any cost: Harmanpreet

We wanted to win this series at any cost: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

India failed to reach the semifinals of the T20 showpiece in the UAE and entered the third and final ODI against the Kiwis with the series tied at 1-1 in Ahmedabad.

Why Vinicius Jr. Deserved Ballon d'Or

Why Vinicius Jr. Deserved Ballon d'Or

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

For months, the 2024 Ballon d'Or seemed to have a clear front-runner, with everyone anticipating the coronation of Vinícius Júnior as the new king of football.

Paralympics: Nitesh, Sukant in badminton singles semis

Paralympics: Nitesh, Sukant in badminton singles semis

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Nitesh Kumar and Sukant Kadam qualified for the semi-finals of the men's singles SL3 and SL4 categories respectively.

'My people are my medal': Vinesh Phogat

'My people are my medal': Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

During a recent felicitation ceremony in Jhajjar, Haryana, Vinesh celebrated her birthday and expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support she's received.

Chikkara third Indian to win gold at U-23 Wrestling Worlds

Chikkara third Indian to win gold at U-23 Wrestling Worlds

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Chirag Chikkara created history as he became only the third Indian to be crowned Under-23 World champion.

Lovlina's loss ends India's boxing campaign in Paris

Lovlina's loss ends India's boxing campaign in Paris

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Li Qian who emerged victorious, securing a 4-1 decision from the judges

Women's T20 WC PIX: India lose to Australia; semis hopes fade

Women's T20 WC PIX: India lose to Australia; semis hopes fade

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Women's T20 World Cup match between India and Australia in Sharjah on Sunday

Teen sensation Anmol Kharb dominates in Poland

Teen sensation Anmol Kharb dominates in Poland

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Anmol Kharb achieved a remarkable feat by securing her second consecutive title on Sunday, winning the Poland International with a straight-game victory over Switzerland's Milena Schnider

India crush Nepal by 82 runs; enter Asia Cup semis

India crush Nepal by 82 runs; enter Asia Cup semis

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Dashing opener Shafali Verma smashed 81 off 48 to power India to 178 for 3.

India stunned by Germany in hockey opener

India stunned by Germany in hockey opener

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Olympic bronze-medallists India wasted chances galore to lose 0-2 to world champions Germany in the first hockey Test of the two-match series in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Rohidas red card casts doubt on India's semis hopes

Rohidas red card casts doubt on India's semis hopes

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Rohidas was sent off the pitch almost 40 minutes from the final hooter after his stick unintentionally hit a rival player.

Canada Open: Rajawat stuns world No 4 Antonsen

Canada Open: Rajawat stuns world No 4 Antonsen

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

World number 39 Rajawat defeated Antonsen 21-11, 17-21, 21-19 in a gruelling one hour 19 minutes quarterfinal on Friday night.

Harmanpreet Kaur: The fierce leader driving India's T20 World Cup hopes

Harmanpreet Kaur: The fierce leader driving India's T20 World Cup hopes

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Smriti Mandhana showered praise on skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and said that the 35-year-old is fierce and always gives her best.

Meet Jannik Sinner's Girlfriend

Meet Jannik Sinner's Girlfriend

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Following his victory, Sinner celebrated wholeheartedly with his team, but a particularly heartwarming moment unfolded with his girlfriend, Anna Kalinskaya.

Gauff's perfect start to WTA Finals campaign

Gauff's perfect start to WTA Finals campaign

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

World No. 3 Coco Gauff and No. 2 Iga Swiatek of Poland won their respective opening matches of the Orange Group at the WTA Finals Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.