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PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

France's perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in an entertaining Group D clash on Monday.

Has 'Nobel snub' strained Modi-Trump ties? NYT says...

Has 'Nobel snub' strained Modi-Trump ties? NYT says...

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Amid trade tensions between Delhi and Washington, the NYT article gives an account of how relations between Trump and Modi "unraveled" after Trump's repeated claims of solving the four-day conflict in May between India and Pakistan, an assertion denied by India.

In-form Mandhana moves up the charts

In-form Mandhana moves up the charts

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Meanwhile, England fast bowler Lauren Bell moved up two places to reach fourth in the rankings for bowlers after her three-wicket haul in the first T20I against India.

India won without Bumrah? Sachin has his say

India won without Bumrah? Sachin has his say

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The quality of Bumrah is exceptional. What he has been able to do is just unbelievable so far'

Kaur, Kranti shine as India seal ODI series vs England

Kaur, Kranti shine as India seal ODI series vs England

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

A superb 84-ball 102 from skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and a splendid 6-52 from young pacer Kranti Goud helped India Women steer to a sensational 13-run win in the final ODI against England to clinch the three-match series 2-1 at Chester-le-Street, Durham, on Tuesday.

T20 Mumbai League: Prithvi Shaw's cameo not enough as Panthers fall

T20 Mumbai League: Prithvi Shaw's cameo not enough as Panthers fall

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Aakash Tigers MWS beat North Mumbai Panthers in T20 Mumbai League

'If I do well...' Abhishek's winning formula

'If I do well...' Abhishek's winning formula

Rediff.com20 May 2025

SRH's win was set up by India opener Abhishek Sharma, who smacked six sixes and five fours to make 59 off only 20 balls. Sharma credited having a clear plan for his success.

'Won't find some of Pant's shots in MCC manual'

'Won't find some of Pant's shots in MCC manual'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Rishabh Pant is "reinventing the game as a batsman", observed Australia batting great and former India head coach Greg Chappell after the wicketkeeper-batter smacked centuries in each innings of the first Test against England at Leeds.

Youth ODI: Suryavanshi Storm Blows Away England!

Youth ODI: Suryavanshi Storm Blows Away England!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

U19 ODI: Record-breaking Suryavanshi helps India colts beat England by 4 wkts

Aap Jaisa Koi Review: Romance Done Right

Aap Jaisa Koi Review: Romance Done Right

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

A fanciful air envelopes Aap Jaisa Koi's modest drama, of a story lost in its own bubble that's only burst by villains in the form of judgemental jerks and heroes in need of rescuing, observes Sukanya Verma..

Big UPSET at Wimbledon on Day 1

Big UPSET at Wimbledon on Day 1

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Medvedev makes early exit after Wimbledon meltdown

PIX: Spain, Italy through to women's Euros quarter-finals

PIX: Spain, Italy through to women's Euros quarter-finals

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Spain cruised to a 3-1 win over Italy on Friday that sees both sides through to the knock-out stages at the Women's Euros, with the Spaniards topping Group B to set up a showdown with hosts Switzerland, while the second-placed Italians will meet Group A winners Norway.

Women's Euro '25 PIX: Norway, Finland make winning start

Women's Euro '25 PIX: Norway, Finland make winning start

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Images from the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Group A action in Switzerland on Wednesday.

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Germany and Sweden occupy the top two spots in Group C on six points and meet in Zurich on Saturday to decide who will win the group after Sweden's aerial bombardment from the wings proved too much for the Polish defence.

England down WI in high scoring T20I to seal series

England down WI in high scoring T20I to seal series

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

West Indies were always struggling in their chase as they lost wickets at regular intervals but their total was boosted by a fine unbeaten 79 from 45 balls by Rovman Powell before they ran out of deliveries.

Qualifier 2 PIX: Iyer's 87 stuns MI, PBKS to meet RCB in IPL final

Qualifier 2 PIX: Iyer's 87 stuns MI, PBKS to meet RCB in IPL final

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League Qualifier 2 match played between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad, on Sunday.

'Shubman Gill will be a mix of both Rohit and Kohli'

'Shubman Gill will be a mix of both Rohit and Kohli'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

India's new Test captain Shubman Gill is a mix of his predecessors Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli but he will be 'very much his own man' in the middle, said Jos Buttler.

Klaasen touches huge landmark in IPL

Klaasen touches huge landmark in IPL

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The big-hitter was finally dismissed in the 19th over by Sandeep Sharma, caught by Riyan Parag.

Krishna Beats Cramps, Wins Purple Cap

Krishna Beats Cramps, Wins Purple Cap

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Not only is Prasidh Krishna picking wickets with quiet consistency, he is also frugal with conceding runs.

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

KKR Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Here are how the bowlers fared in Guwahati...

Why Dravid believes Vaibhav is still work in progress

Why Dravid believes Vaibhav is still work in progress

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Suryavanshi not finished article, needs protection from overnight fame, says Dravid

IPL PIX: Jacks shines as dominant Mumbai hammer SRH

IPL PIX: Jacks shines as dominant Mumbai hammer SRH

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

A sprightly Mumbai Indians continued their ascent in IPL 2025 with a four-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Clinical Inglis Dashed Mumbai's Top 2 Hopes

Clinical Inglis Dashed Mumbai's Top 2 Hopes

Rediff.com27 May 2025

In a resolute display, Punjab Kings outsmarted Mumbai Indians by seven wickets in a must-win encounter and assured themselves of a top-two finish in the IPL at the Sawai Mansingh stadium, Jaipur, on Monday, May 26, 2025.

That Night In Dharamsala: 'We Need To Leave Now!'

That Night In Dharamsala: 'We Need To Leave Now!'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'We're noticing all surface-to-missile sites that were just sitting there ready to go.'

IPL PIX: Rohit-SKY show drowns CSK's fightback

IPL PIX: Rohit-SKY show drowns CSK's fightback

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday

Royals' Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to play in IPL

Royals' Suryavanshi, 14, youngest to play in IPL

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to feature in the IPL as he turned out for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur.

Has DreRus Peaked At The Right Time?

Has DreRus Peaked At The Right Time?

Rediff.com5 May 2025

With four fours and six sixes, Russell has finally made his presence felt this IPL season!

Which KKR Batter Impressed Most?

Which KKR Batter Impressed Most?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders rode on Venkatesh Iyer's explosive 60 off 29 balls to crush a hapless Sunrisers Hyderabad by 80 runs to register their second win of IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday.

K'taka Guv forwards 4% Muslim quota bill to President's assent

K'taka Guv forwards 4% Muslim quota bill to President's assent

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has reserved the Bill pertaining to four percent reservation for Muslims in government contracts for the President's assent, citing constitutional concerns. The Bill, which has been a subject of controversy in Karnataka, was passed by both houses of the state legislature amid protests from the opposition BJP. The Governor's decision to reserve the Bill highlights the ongoing debate over the constitutionality of religious-based reservations in India.

It was my dream to hit a century in the IPL: Suryavanshi

It was my dream to hit a century in the IPL: Suryavanshi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history as he became the youngest ever to hit a century in the IPL.

IPL: Can SRH turn the tables on MI at home?

IPL: Can SRH turn the tables on MI at home?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The team has won 10 out of their 24 matches while losing 14.

IPL PIX: Ashutosh's heroics helps Delhi edge LSG in a thriller

IPL PIX: Ashutosh's heroics helps Delhi edge LSG in a thriller

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Ashutosh Sharma's late heroics earned Delhi Capitals a thrilling one-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants on Monday.

Harshal Patel Shines On Night When Batters Ruled

Harshal Patel Shines On Night When Batters Ruled

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

He also got clobbered along the way but was always in contention for wickets and weaved his magic particularly at the backend of the innings.

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Why KKR opted for an extra spinner against CSK...

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders batter Quinton de Kock says having former Chennai Super Kings players Ajinkya Rahane and Moeen Ali in their ranks gave them key insights into the Chepauk conditions, which prompted the decision to field an extra spinner, a move that proved crucial in their eight-wicket win in the IPL match in Chennai on Friday.

IPL PIX: GT edge MI under DLS method, go top of table

IPL PIX: GT edge MI under DLS method, go top of table

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by three wickets under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method in a dramatic Indian Premier League match at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Tuesday.

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Was Miller's Catch The Turning Point?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Aiden Markram held on to three crucial catches, while Miller had the big fish.

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Can a culture survive as a way of life, even as the language and writing at its core, alter with time? Can we be rational and Malayalee or do we have to necessarily be religious and proudly cultural to be Malayalee? asks Shyam G Menon.

How Rohit Plans to Make It Up to Axar After Costly Drop

How Rohit Plans to Make It Up to Axar After Costly Drop

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

"May take him for dinner tomorrow," the Mumbai batter quipped, trying to lighten the mood.

Boy oh Boy! Vaibhav Signals His Arrival in Style

Boy oh Boy! Vaibhav Signals His Arrival in Style

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

In a display of raw power and audacious stroke play, Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi tore into the Gujarat Titans bowling attack with a scintillating knock during which multiple records fell by the wayside in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday.

CSK Vs MI: Who Batted Best? Vote!

CSK Vs MI: Who Batted Best? Vote!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Here are the batters who brought the crowds to their feet at Chepauk on Sunday night...