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Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Parag: Rajasthan Royals keen on fixing past flaws after Samson exit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Riyan Parag says Sanju Samson is irreplaceable as Rajasthan Royals reshape squad with Jadeja and Curran ahead of IPL 2026.

Jadeja Lauds 'Fearless' Sooryavanshi's Rare Talent After CSK Rout

Jadeja Lauds 'Fearless' Sooryavanshi's Rare Talent After CSK Rout

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ravindra Jadeja praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting after his 15-ball fifty powered Rajasthan Royals to a dominant IPL 2026 win over CSK.

India Face Bangladesh in SAFF U20 Championship Final Showdown

India Face Bangladesh in SAFF U20 Championship Final Showdown

Rediff.com3 days ago

India will face Bangladesh in the SAFF Men's U20 Championship final. Both teams have a history of intense contests, promising a gripping encounter.

Shashank Singh predicts Punjab Kings will win IPL 2026

Shashank Singh predicts Punjab Kings will win IPL 2026

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Shashank Singh expresses strong belief in Punjab Kings' chances of winning the 2025 IPL title, emphasising team belief and preparation.

Indian Badminton Players Still Waiting for Certificates After University Games Exclusion

Indian Badminton Players Still Waiting for Certificates After University Games Exclusion

Rediff.com1 days ago

Six Indian badminton players are still awaiting participation certificates promised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) after an administrative lapse prevented them from competing at the World University Games.

Fleming on CSK's strategy, and changing role of finishers in T20s

Fleming on CSK's strategy, and changing role of finishers in T20s

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming discusses the evolving strategies in T20 cricket, the diminishing role of traditional finishers, and the impact of the 'Impact Player' rule on the balance between batting and bowling.

India U20 Women's Football Team Faces Japan in Asian Cup Opener

India U20 Women's Football Team Faces Japan in Asian Cup Opener

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian U20 women's national football team is set to compete in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026, starting with a match against Japan. This marks India's return to the tournament after two decades, with the team aiming for World Cup qualification.

IPL 2026: Hit By Injuries KKR Eye Big Season

IPL 2026: Hit By Injuries KKR Eye Big Season

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Kolkata Knight Riders face significant challenges heading into IPL 2026, including key player injuries and the need to integrate new acquisitions into the squad.

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni should retire if he's relegated to an 'Impact Player' role for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suggesting it's time for the veteran to consider hanging up his boots.

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Rediff.com4 days ago

Australian-born striker Ryan Williams describes his emotions after scoring on his India debut in an Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong.

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested a man in Sant Kabir Nagar for his alleged involvement in a gang manufacturing forged Aadhaar cards. The arrest is linked to a larger investigation into a fake Aadhaar card racket uncovered in Lucknow.

Chhattisgarh Women's Football Team Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Chhattisgarh Women's Football Team Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chhattisgarh women's football team won gold at the Khelo India Tribal Games, defeating Jharkhand 1-0. Other highlights include Jharkhand's Shiv Kumar Soren's double in athletics and Karnataka leading the medal tally.

'Huge expectation from Cameron Green within the IPL'

'Huge expectation from Cameron Green within the IPL'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cameron Green has also been in focus during his stint with IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders, with Cricket Australia managing his workload due to a lower back injury.

Harbhajan Singh shares expertise with young spinners at BCCI Centre of Excellence

Harbhajan Singh shares expertise with young spinners at BCCI Centre of Excellence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh conducted a specialised training camp for emerging off-spinners at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, providing technical and tactical insights to help prepare them for top-tier cricket.

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Pakistan submit provisional World T20 Cup squad to ICC, announcement awaited.

Maguire: Amorim's Ideas 'Didn't Work' at Manchester United

Maguire: Amorim's Ideas 'Didn't Work' at Manchester United

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Harry Maguire says Ruben Amorim's ideas didn't work at Manchester United, while praising Michael Carrick for leading a strong revival this season.

IPL: Gudakesh Motie Linked With LSG After PSL Withdrawal

IPL: Gudakesh Motie Linked With LSG After PSL Withdrawal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie is being linked with a possible move to Lucknow Super Giants as a replacement for injured Wanindu Hasaranga ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season.

Rishabh Pant, LSG visit Ram Mandir ahead of IPL 2026

Rishabh Pant, LSG visit Ram Mandir ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, visited Ayodhya's Ram Mandir to seek blessings ahead of IPL 2026. LSG open their campaign on April 1 vs Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

DRDO Scientist's Leaked Secrets: ATS Files Charge Sheet

DRDO Scientist's Leaked Secrets: ATS Files Charge Sheet

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra Police has filed a charge sheet against DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, who is accused of providing confidential information to a Pakistani intelligence operative.

Himachal Pradesh Faces Scrutiny Over Illegal Mining Activities: CAG Report

Himachal Pradesh Faces Scrutiny Over Illegal Mining Activities: CAG Report

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has revealed over 40,000 cases of illicit mining activities in Himachal Pradesh between 2018-19 and 2022-23, highlighting systemic failures in planning, monitoring, and revenue collection.

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com2 days ago

A preview of the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, focusing on key players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the challenges both teams face.

'If the first ball is meant to be hit, hit it': Parag's message for Sooryavanshi ahead of IPL 2026

'If the first ball is meant to be hit, hit it': Parag's message for Sooryavanshi ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag emphasises the importance of allowing young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to develop without undue pressure, while coach Kumar Sangakkara focuses on the team's flexibility and depth for the upcoming IPL season.

'KKR fully aware of Green's bowling unavailability': Cricket Australia hits back at Rahane

'KKR fully aware of Green's bowling unavailability': Cricket Australia hits back at Rahane

Rediff.com6 days ago

Cricket Australia said the Kolkata Knight Riders' management is "fully aware" that Cameron Green would be unavailable to bowl in the first few games of IPL 2026.

Iran bans teams from hostile nations, FIFA World Cup at risk

Iran bans teams from hostile nations, FIFA World Cup at risk

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Iran has banned national and club sports teams from travelling to countries it considers hostile, citing concerns over the safety of its athletes.

India U-20 Women's Team Gears Up for AFC Asian Cup with Bangkok Camp

India U-20 Women's Team Gears Up for AFC Asian Cup with Bangkok Camp

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The India women's Under-20 football team has arrived in Bangkok for a pre-tournament acclimatisation camp ahead of the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand.

India U20 Football Team Prepares for SAFF Championship Semi-Final Clash with Bhutan

India U20 Football Team Prepares for SAFF Championship Semi-Final Clash with Bhutan

Rediff.com5 days ago

Defending champions India U20 will face Bhutan in the semi-finals of the SAFF U20 Championship, while Nepal will play Bangladesh in the other semi-final. India topped Group B after a win against Pakistan and a draw against Bangladesh. Coach Mahesh Gawli has praised his players' performance but stressed the need for more clinical finishing and defensive focus.

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill has joined the Gujarat Titans camp to prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season

Rinku Singh Hails Uttar Pradesh Government For Sports Officer Role

Rinku Singh Hails Uttar Pradesh Government For Sports Officer Role

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

India cricketer Rinku Singh has been appointed as a Regional Sports Officer by the Uttar Pradesh government under the sports quota.

Bhowneesh Mendiratta spearheads India's challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup after Olympics setback

Bhowneesh Mendiratta spearheads India's challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup after Olympics setback

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Bhowneesh Mendiratta leads the Indian shooting contingent at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, aiming for a strong start to the season after missing the Paris Olympics. The team faces a tough challenge with experienced and debutant shooters competing.

Man Held for Sending Bomb Threat Emails to Gurugram Schools

Man Held for Sending Bomb Threat Emails to Gurugram Schools

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested a Bangladeshi man for allegedly sending bomb threats via email to several schools in the city. The accused, Saurabh Vishwas alias Michael, was apprehended in Ahmedabad and confessed to creating the email ID used for the threats.

'Focus on Process': Ponting Sets the Tone for Punjab Kings

'Focus on Process': Ponting Sets the Tone for Punjab Kings

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Ricky Ponting urges Punjab Kings to trust their process and not fear mistakes as they begin IPL 2026 preparations ahead of their opener against Gujarat Titans.

Mendiratta spearheads Indian challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Mendiratta spearheads Indian challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Bhowneesh Mendiratta leads a 12-member Indian squad at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, marking the start of the qualification cycle for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

IPL 2026: KKR call up Saurabh Dubey to replace injured Akash Deep

IPL 2026: KKR call up Saurabh Dubey to replace injured Akash Deep

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders are reportedly set to sign left-arm pacer Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for injured India seamer Akash Deep for IPL 2026.

Starc credits Aus squad depth, ethos for Ashes domination

Starc credits Aus squad depth, ethos for Ashes domination

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'They're those little moments as a squad that I think have got us across the line to four wins this series.'

India colts drub Pakistan, march into SAFF Championship semifinals

India colts drub Pakistan, march into SAFF Championship semifinals

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

India's U-20 football team delivered a dominant performance, defeating Pakistan 3-0 to secure a spot in the SAFF U-20 Championship semifinals, with Omang Dodum scoring twice.

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Champions RCB Primed For IPL 2026 with Depth And Firepower

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Defending champions RCB head into IPL 2026 with a balanced squad, strong batting core and pace attack, aiming for back-to-back titles after their historic 2025 triumph.

Abhishek Nayar faces big KKR headache ahead of IPL 2026

Abhishek Nayar faces big KKR headache ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' new head coach, Abhishek Nayar, emphasises the importance of finding the right team combinations as their biggest challenge ahead of IPL 2026, despite a revamped squad with new players.

Ryan Williams Debut: India Look to End AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on a High

Ryan Williams Debut: India Look to End AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on a High

Rediff.com6 days ago

India face Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier, with Ryan Williams set to make his debut. Both teams aim to gain FIFA ranking points and build for the future.

Iran women's team drama: Players drop asylum bid

Iran women's team drama: Players drop asylum bid

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Five members of the Iranian women's football team, who initially sought asylum in Australia, have withdrawn their claims and are returning to Iran.