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'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Former England captain Nasser Hussain on Friday said Harmanpreet Kaur boasts of a fantastic World Cup record and it's time the Indian women's team skipper delivered like her Australian counterpart Alyssa Healy.

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Developing relations with the Taliban is needed, but plunging headlong into Afghanistan without due thought will be akin to the rooster entering a KFC outlet, warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).

'Once I Get A Wicket, I Want To Show The World My Joy'

'Once I Get A Wicket, I Want To Show The World My Joy'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'This game has given me so much, so I keep reminding myself that I need to show the world what the game has given to me, and I have to give it back to the game.'

Miss Sri Lanka World's Fierce Fashion Avatars

Miss Sri Lanka World's Fierce Fashion Avatars

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Anudi Gunasekara embraces bold cuts, artsy details and timeless tradition.

'This is not the way we wanted to play'

'This is not the way we wanted to play'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

This is not the way we wanted to play, we have to do better than this: Asalanka

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Namibia pulled off a shock four-wicket win over South Africa in a one-off Twenty20 international on Saturday that marked the opening of the new cricket stadium in Windhoek.

Junior Worlds: Tanvi creates history, seals maiden medal

Junior Worlds: Tanvi creates history, seals maiden medal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Tanvi becomes first Indian female in 17 years to secure world junior medal, Hooda misses out

Kuldeep SHATTERS 3 Records in Asia Cup Final

Kuldeep SHATTERS 3 Records in Asia Cup Final

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Kuldeep Yadav delivered a truly historic performance in the Asia Cup 2025 Final, shattering not one, but two major records to cement his legacy.

Healy, Mandhana and a night to remember in Vizag

Healy, Mandhana and a night to remember in Vizag

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The clash was a record-breaking one. Right from individual pieces of glory to team milestones, India opener Smriti Mandhana's records to Australia once again re-writing history books to justify the seven titles in their trophy cabinet, this match had it all.

Women's WC: India likely to stretch their dominance over Pakistan

Women's WC: India likely to stretch their dominance over Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Both teams began their World Cup campaigns in contrasting fashion. Hosts India defeated Sri Lanka by 59 runs, while Pakistan, collapsed against Bangladesh, losing by seven wickets in a match where they struggled against both pace and spin.

Asia Cup: Perform or perish for Bangladesh against Afghanistan

Asia Cup: Perform or perish for Bangladesh against Afghanistan

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Having lost against Sri Lanka, Bangladesh face a must-win against Afghanistan to keep their Super 4s hopes alive.

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rajaneesh Gupta lists the amazing numbers that make Rohit Sharma one of the finest ODI batters of his time.

'Don't be desperate...' Jemimah cautions teammates

'Don't be desperate...' Jemimah cautions teammates

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Scary for opponents to know that we did not have a perfect match, but still winning: Rodrigues

When Gill Was Hit On The Hand...

When Gill Was Hit On The Hand...

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Such is the race for breaking news that if an Indian player sneezes, a report may immediately go out stating he may have caught the flu bug and could be a doubtful starter!

Jr Worlds PIX: Tanvi eases into Round 2 in 11 minutes!

Jr Worlds PIX: Tanvi eases into Round 2 in 11 minutes!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

World Junior C'ships: Tanvi Sharma, Unnati Hooda register easy wins to kick-off campaign

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Women's WC: Problems plenty for India ahead of key England clash

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Under pressure to revive their campaign after back-to-back defeats, India will have to consider adding a sixth bowler to bring more balance to their attack when they face England in a crucial Women's ODI World Cup match, in Indore, on Sunday.

Cyclone Shakhti Roars In Arabian Sea

Cyclone Shakhti Roars In Arabian Sea

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Cyclone Shakhti, the first cyclonic storm of the post-monsoon season in the Arabian Sea, has intensified.

LG India is the most valuable consumer durable company

LG India is the most valuable consumer durable company

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

LG Electronics India made a dazzling market debut on Tuesday, ending 48 per cent higher than its issue price and surpassing its South Korean parent in market value.

Kharge hospitalised, advised pacemaker to be implanted

Kharge hospitalised, advised pacemaker to be implanted

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

According to party sources, the 83-year-old leader was admitted to the city's M S Ramaiah Hospital on Tuesday, and is being taken care by the doctors there.

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka.

'Napcations' Catch On In India

'Napcations' Catch On In India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Instead of ticking off bucket-list activities, 'Nap'cations revolve around curated rest. Think blackout curtains, memory foam beds, herbal teas, rejuvenating spa sessions, and even anytime breakfasts.

Abhishek's award delights his proud mom Manju

Abhishek's award delights his proud mom Manju

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Abhishek played a very good innings. He will score a century in some other match.'

Junior Worlds: Tanvi, Unnati move into pre-quarters

Junior Worlds: Tanvi, Unnati move into pre-quarters

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma, Unnati Hooda and Rakshitha Sree Ramraj overcame some anxious moments to advance to the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Junior Championships, in Guwahati, on Wednesday.

How Healy made up for being poor behind stumps

How Healy made up for being poor behind stumps

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Australia captain Alyssa Healy admitted that she was poor with her glovework but more than made up with her batting masterclass as she orchestrated a 10-wicket crushing win over Bangladesh in their women's World Cup match, in Visakhapatnam, on Thursday.

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Ex-India bowling coach Arun to train Sri Lanka's cricketers

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun will conduct a specialised 14-day training program for Sri Lankan cricketers across men's and women's junior and senior teams as well as coaches from June 2.

Nissanka ton leads SL to ODI series sweep in Zimbabwe

Nissanka ton leads SL to ODI series sweep in Zimbabwe

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Pathum Nissanka scored his seventh one-day international century with 122 from 136 balls as Sri Lanka defeated hosts Zimbabwe by five wickets to clinch the two-game series at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday.

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Football Is Kuldeep Yadav's True Passion

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The mystery spinner even has a YouTube channel dedicated to football discussions.

All-rounder returns as SL bolster attack for Asia Cup

All-rounder returns as SL bolster attack for Asia Cup

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Along with Hasaranga, Sri Lanka have Dunith Wellalage and Maheesh Theekshana among spin bowling options.

Blow for India as Arundhati gets injured before World Cup

Blow for India as Arundhati gets injured before World Cup

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The ICC said that 'clarity is awaited' on Reddy's participation in the World Cup after the freak accident in her follow-through.

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Sandwiched between a Hero MotoCorp showroom and a shop that hires out cooking utensils is a small, dingy building that's been locked up. The non-descript two-room building is a manufacturing unit of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the pharma company made its Coldriff cough syrup that has allegedly killed 25 children in Madhya Pradesh.

Nepal Crisis: A Wake-Up Call For India

Nepal Crisis: A Wake-Up Call For India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Having control over both digital media and NGOs, it was easy for the US to topple the government and destabilise Nepal -- to undercut Chinese influence and pressure India, argues Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Diwali returns to Maoist-hit regions after decades of unrest: Modi

Diwali returns to Maoist-hit regions after decades of unrest: Modi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted his commitment to eradicating Maoist terror from India, criticizing the previous Congress regime for allegedly supporting 'urban Naxals' and ignoring the violence they perpetrated. He highlighted the significant reduction in Maoist-affected districts and the surrender of numerous Naxalites as evidence of his government's success in combating the issue.

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Nilakshika Silva's blistering 33-ball 56 powered Sri Lanka to a thrilling three-wicket victory over India in the women's Tri-series, ending a seven-year losing streak against their rivals.

ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati to honour Zubeen Garg

ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati to honour Zubeen Garg

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

In a 40-minute special presentation during the inaugural ceremony, prominent artistes of the state will present the musical tribute.

Women's WC 2025: 'Will to Win' campaign goes live

Women's WC 2025: 'Will to Win' campaign goes live

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

With the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 fast approaching, the ICC has unveiled the flagship 'Will to Win' campaign film.

West Indies trounce Nepal; avoid T20I series sweep

West Indies trounce Nepal; avoid T20I series sweep

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

West Indies trounced Nepal by 10 wickets in the inconsequential third and final T20 International to avoid the humiliation of a series sweep.

Kajal Goes Glam

Kajal Goes Glam

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

It's a busy week for film folk, as they mix business and pleasure on their travels.

Sanju: 'Ready To Bat At No. 9 For India'

Sanju: 'Ready To Bat At No. 9 For India'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Nine years after he first made his India debut, Sanju Samson finally made it count with three centuries in eight innings against Bangladesh and South Africa last year.

'India are world's best T20 side'

'India are world's best T20 side'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

"India are the best team in Asia and in the world": Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib