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Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'I look forward to contributing to the next phase of cricket's evolution, expanding its global footprint, enhancing the fan experience, and working closely with ICC Member Boards to build on our strong foundations.'

AIFF: ISL crucial, but court bars MRA renewal

AIFF: ISL crucial, but court bars MRA renewal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Following a directive from the Supreme Court, the AIFF has been asked not to negotiate new terms of the MRA with FSDL, the apex governing body's commercial partner running the ISL, until a final judgment is delivered in the AIFF draft constitution case.

New coach Jamil drops Chhetri ahead of CAFA Cup

New coach Jamil drops Chhetri ahead of CAFA Cup

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri has been left out of the 35 probables named by newly-appointed Indian football team head coach Khalid Jamil for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

Pakistan, Oman pull out as India gears up for Asia Cup hockey

Pakistan, Oman pull out as India gears up for Asia Cup hockey

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Pakistan, traditionally one of the biggest names in Asian hockey, will not participate, paving the way for Bangladesh to enter the competition. Oman, too, decided against participation, with Kazakhstan taking their place.

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Maria Sharapova was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday night in Newport

'Daniil started it, and he put oil on the fire'

'Daniil started it, and he put oil on the fire'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Chair umpire Greg Allensworth's decision to give Bonzi a first serve instead of a second after the interruption sparked Medvedev's fury.

Team India Sponsorship: BCCI bars gaming, crypto firms

Team India Sponsorship: BCCI bars gaming, crypto firms

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The BCCI invited bids for the Indian cricket team's title sponsorship rights after fantasy sports giants Dream11's pullout.

Anand vs Kasparov; Gukesh faces Carlsen: Legendary chess rivals to clash

Anand vs Kasparov; Gukesh faces Carlsen: Legendary chess rivals to clash

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Indian great Viswanathan Anand will revive his iconic rivalry with Russian stalwart Garry Kasparov, while world champion D Gukesh will go up against familiar foe Magnus Carlsen in Clutch Chess exhibition matches come October in St Louis, USA.

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Champions League: Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Mouth-watering matches lined up as PSG to face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage.

Tlang stuns old club, fires NorthEast into Durand Cup final

Tlang stuns old club, fires NorthEast into Durand Cup final

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Redeem Tlang's first half goal was enough for defending champions NorthEast United to beat Shillong Lajong 1-0 and book their place in the final of the 134th Durand Cup

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Why practice, then back out?: Afridi rips into Indian players

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Afridi's remarks came as organisers confirmed the Indian pullout followed public backlash after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22- an episode that has now cast a shadow over the tournament.

Who will make cut for World Athletics Championships?

Who will make cut for World Athletics Championships?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'We will announce the team on August 30. More confirmation has to come from World Athletics by then.'

Denied visa, Pakistan's sports body lodges complaint

Denied visa, Pakistan's sports body lodges complaint

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association has lodged a formal complaint with the sport's world governing body and the organisers after their squad was denied visas by the Indian High Commission for the IBSF U-18 and U-21 World Championships

Was Eknath Shinde Behind Jarange Patil's Agitation?

Was Eknath Shinde Behind Jarange Patil's Agitation?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'Shinde, via Jarange Patil, is making his moves to become the sole leader of the oppressed, poor, backward Marathas in Maharashtra.'

'This is good publicity..' Tirkey on move to host Pak

'This is good publicity..' Tirkey on move to host Pak

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Waiting for ministry confirmation, but good decision to give Pak the nod: Tirkey

Chaos reigns: Medvedev stunned after photographer intrusion

Chaos reigns: Medvedev stunned after photographer intrusion

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Serving for the match at 6-3, 7-5, 5-4, Bonzi was preparing to play his second serve when the photographer stepped onto the court surface and the match was halted for about six minutes.

Azhar slams India-Pak cricket hypocrisy: 'Play all or play none'

Azhar slams India-Pak cricket hypocrisy: 'Play all or play none'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Mohammed Azharuddin has weighed in on some of the most debated issues in cricket at the moment - the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup fixture

Rapido sponsors Maha minister's 'Dahi Handi' event, faces flak

Rapido sponsors Maha minister's 'Dahi Handi' event, faces flak

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik faces criticism after Rapido, the bike taxi aggregator he exposed for illegal operations, became the lead sponsor for a 'Dahi Handi' event organized by his family.

More drama in I-League

More drama in I-League

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Delhi FC, SC Bengaluru I-League relegation on hold

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

Hockey captain Tete's mentor Pratima Barwa dies in Ranchi

Hockey captain Tete's mentor Pratima Barwa dies in Ranchi

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'This is not just the passing of a coach, but the end of an era in Jharkhand's hockey legacy.'

ICC chief Shah meets Brisbane 2032 officials; eyes cricket's Olympics future

ICC chief Shah meets Brisbane 2032 officials; eyes cricket's Olympics future

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Jay Shah met with top officials of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics organising committee to discuss the sport's potential inclusion in the Summer Games on Thursday.

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Before being elected as secretary general for the 2021-25 term, Kalita had served as the treasurer of the apex boxing body.

Bombay HC gives time till Tuesday noon to Jarange, supporters to vacate city streets

Bombay HC gives time till Tuesday noon to Jarange, supporters to vacate city streets

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The Bombay high court on Monday said the entire city has been brought to a standstill due to the ongoing Maratha quota agitation led by activist Manoj Jarange, and the protest has not been peaceful and violated all conditions.

Swiss Count On Federer To Escape US Tariff Bombshell!

Swiss Count On Federer To Escape US Tariff Bombshell!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The Swiss government would not object to tennis legend Roger Federer or FIFA President Gianni Infantino intervening to reduce the country's tariff burden after the US slapped a 39 percent import duty on its goods, President Karin Keller-Sutter said.

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Xavi Hernandez and Pep Guardiola's applications were not genuine: AIFF

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

On June 6, Poland's Martin Konecny had replaced Asian Games bronze medallist Genki Dean of Japan as the organisers confirmed the 12-man entry list for the rescheduled event.

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The bilingual -- Hindi and English -- invitation cards for I-Day anniversary celebrations carry this image on the top right corner of the invite, while the silhouetted image of the Chenab bridge, the world's tallest railway arch bridge, sits at the lower side of the cards, which have largely being issued online via 'Aamantran' website of the Ministry of Defence.

Kane hits hat-trick in season opener; PSG win

Kane hits hat-trick in season opener; PSG win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

IMAGES from football matches played across Europe on Friday.

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

It will take FC Goa nothing short of a miracle to pull off a win against the Omanis, and a victory will be a the perfect Independence Day present for Indian football fans.

Cricket fraternity hails Jaiswal's Oval masterclass!

Cricket fraternity hails Jaiswal's Oval masterclass!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

The cricket fraternity lavished praise on Yashasvi Jaiswal after the young opener produced a masterful century on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England at the Oval on Saturday.

'YNWA JOTA!!': Ronaldo, Salah, LeBron, lead tributes

'YNWA JOTA!!': Ronaldo, Salah, LeBron, lead tributes

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'RIP Diogo. Condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly sad time,' former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard posted.

Set back for Real Madrid ahead of new LaLiga season

Set back for Real Madrid ahead of new LaLiga season

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

An RFEF judge ruled that in order to preserve the integrity of the competition only a case of force majeure would warrant a change to the official calendar, and that Real's case did not justify an alteration, Europa Press news agency reported.

Virat Kohli Is Still Scoring Big

Virat Kohli Is Still Scoring Big

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Whether in cricket or business, Kohli continues to play the long game.

Pahalgam attack fallout: Pakistan loses volleyball event

Pahalgam attack fallout: Pakistan loses volleyball event

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The Central Asian Volleyball tournament, which India withdrew from following the terror attack in Pahalgam, has been shifted from Islamabad to Tashkent in Uzbekistan.

Gambhir, Agarkar to end star culture in Indian cricket

Gambhir, Agarkar to end star culture in Indian cricket

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Gautam Gambhir has always been against the mega-star culture prevailing in Indian cricket but Mohammed Siraj's Herculean effort throughout the English summer has definitely given the Indian head coach a real shot in the arm.

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

The Argentina captain's Kolkata schedule on December 13 will begin at 9am with a meet-and-greet event, followed by the unveiling of a 70-feet statue of him at the Lake Town Sribhumi on VIP Road.

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Former England soccer captain David Beckham officially received Knighthood from King Charles III on Saturday. He was honoured for his outstanding contribution to sport and charity.

'The chess world is officially a joke'

'The chess world is officially a joke'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi's decision to share the World Blitz Championship title for the first time in history sparked widespread criticism.