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Clarke nominates in-form Wade to open in Tests

Clarke nominates in-form Wade to open in Tests

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Wade had smashed back-to-back fifties in the last two T20Is against India.

EPL PIX: Man City lose chance to go top of league

EPL PIX: Man City lose chance to go top of league

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

"The best team won, we struggled from the beginning and we couldn't deal with their long balls. Usually, you press the ball to win it, but this was different. They defended so deep and so well," City coach Pep Guardiola told the BBC.

Gifts For Dad Under 5,000

Gifts For Dad Under 5,000

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

Choose from a range of accessories to make his life easy, enjoyable and stress-free.

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook led the Lakers from 17 points down in the second half. Davis had 30 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, while Westbrook supplied 26 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds. Carmelo Anthony added 18 points.

Eid Recipe: Mutton Kheema Pattice

Eid Recipe: Mutton Kheema Pattice

Rediff.com13 May 2021

A delightful way to begin your Eid celebration.

Tendulkar on how Indian pacers can get the better of Smith

Tendulkar on how Indian pacers can get the better of Smith

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Steve Smith's unconventional technique will warrant a slightly wider line from Indian bowlers, the iconic Sachin Tendulkar said, urging the pacers to target the 'fifth stump' to blunt the redoubtable batsman during the upcoming series in Australia.

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'Maharashtra governor did not do anything that was contrary to the Supreme Court's decision.'

E-wallets fast becoming the cards of choice

E-wallets fast becoming the cards of choice

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

In the excitement over the allocation of bank licences for the private sector, a new category of licence offered by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) last year went almost unnoticed. That was when the RBI consolidated the rules for prepaid payment instruments (PPI), popularly understood as e-wallets or gift cards. In the process, the regulator has fast-forwarded a bottom-up card usage industry in India that is completely different from the world of bank-linked credit and debit cards.

Why India's record overseas hasn't been great

Why India's record overseas hasn't been great

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Apart from Virat Kohli and the pace battery of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, and Ishant Sharma, not many in the current Indian Test setup can say they are sure-shot starters.

PIX: Benfica end Juve's hopes, join Chelsea in last 16

PIX: Benfica end Juve's hopes, join Chelsea in last 16

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

England sweat over Archer's fitness ahead of India T20s

England sweat over Archer's fitness ahead of India T20s

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

England pacer Jofra Archer is a doubtful starter for the upcoming three-match T20I series against India after suffering a recurrence of an elbow problem.

How shift in mind-set turned things around for SA

How shift in mind-set turned things around for SA

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

'The guys were really clinical, and I think the way Dean led with the bat was phenomenal. He made sure he stayed in to a built partnerships with the other batters around him.'

Off ramp fashion: Meet the head-turners

Off ramp fashion: Meet the head-turners

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Rediff.com's Prasanna Zore is wondering why these stylish attendees are not walking the ramp.

'Does the UP chief minister even know what thermodynamics is?'

'Does the UP chief minister even know what thermodynamics is?'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

'By calling names and using unparliamentary language, they are trying to divert people's attention from the issues of electricity, water, and income.'

Chak De! India: Salman was to play the Coach!

Chak De! India: Salman was to play the Coach!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Did you know that Shah Rukh Khan's Chak De! India completed 14 years on August 10?

MCC rejects bamboo bats, terms it 'illegal'

MCC rejects bamboo bats, terms it 'illegal'

Rediff.com11 May 2021

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has shot down the idea of bats made from bamboo, saying it would be 'illegal' under the current set of rules governing the game.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top as Tottenham self-implode; Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top as Tottenham self-implode; Chelsea win

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

New Zealand may play three spinners in opening Test

New Zealand may play three spinners in opening Test

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

'From our perspective, we have to change the way we play but also sticking to some of the key principles of Test cricket. We will try to be competitive for long, long periods of time.'

Limping Dhawan raises eye-brows, doubtful for 1st Test

Limping Dhawan raises eye-brows, doubtful for 1st Test

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Senior opener Shikhar Dhawan appears to be a doubtful starter for the first Test against South Africa, starting January 5, due to an ankle injury.

Recipe: Lamb Sambousek, Cheese Rakakat

Recipe: Lamb Sambousek, Cheese Rakakat

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Enjoy the weekend with these unique starters.

What Nupur Sharma May Cost India

What Nupur Sharma May Cost India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

India's trade with the Gulf-Arab region stands at $180 billion. India needs the Gulf region more in terms of trade, investments and employment than the other way round. When it comes to faith, the Gulf-Arab nations have not been found wanting at any point in time, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

SA Tour: Why Kohli may lose ODI captaincy

SA Tour: Why Kohli may lose ODI captaincy

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

Virat Kohli's position as India's ODI captain, his Test deputy Ajinkya Rahane's future as vice-captain in the longest format along with 100-Test man Ishant Sharma's place will be up for discussion when the national selectors pick the jumbo squad for the tour of South Africa later this week.

The MAGIC Of Bappi Lahiri

The MAGIC Of Bappi Lahiri

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Bappida's softer more creative work got buried in the noise, rues Subhash K Jha as he picks the late lamented composer's most soulful songs.

Ankle injury could keep Ishant out of 2nd Test

Ankle injury could keep Ishant out of 2nd Test

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

The Indian team's worries ahead of the second Test against New Zealand increased after senior-most pacer Ishant Sharma skipped Friday's practice session due to pain in his right ankle, making him a doubtful starter for the game.

Is Indian advertising ready for metaverse?

Is Indian advertising ready for metaverse?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Every brand and company in India too will soon need a metaverse strategy, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Euro PICS: Sterling effort takes England past Croatia

Euro PICS: Sterling effort takes England past Croatia

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Rahim Sterling, something of a surprise starter after a flat end to the domestic season but a favourite of manager Gareth Southgate, slid home a 61st-minute shot after great work by Kalvin Phillips to end an individual drought that had run through England's three previous major tournaments.

Quarantine rule renders Root doubtful for first Test

Quarantine rule renders Root doubtful for first Test

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The Test series, to be played in a bio-secure environment to counter the COVID-19 threat, is subject to the final approval of the UK government.

Ukraine: So What Happens Now?

Ukraine: So What Happens Now?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

The Western world keeps talking, ratcheting up sanctions, the only thing it can do. The Russians march on to Kyiv and capture Zelensky and key members of his government as part of their 'de-Nazification' drive, predicts Shreekant Sambrani.

Big blow to Australia, Starc likely to miss India tour

Big blow to Australia, Starc likely to miss India tour

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc is likely to miss Australia's upcoming limited-overs series against India due to injury, according to reports.

Fit-again Messi ready to play against Mallorca

Fit-again Messi ready to play against Mallorca

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Messi's fitness was a major concern ahead of the resumption -- the talismanic forward was dealing with a quadriceps injury. But he has suffered no further setbacks since returning to training with the rest of the squad at the start of the week.

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

'Economic issues do not matter during elections; it is the emotional connect that helps swing votes.'

Dhoni injured during net session

Dhoni injured during net session

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Dhoni sustained an injury on his right forearm while taking throwdowns from the team's support staff member Raghavendra.

Finally, Dhoni's CSK to start training in UAE

Finally, Dhoni's CSK to start training in UAE

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and all other Chennai Super Kings players, except for the COVID-19 afflicted duo of Deepak Chahar and Ruturaj Gaikwad, will start training from Friday evening after clearing a third round of testing for the virus in Dubai.

The FUNNIEST MEMES on Ranveer-Deepika's Wedding!

The FUNNIEST MEMES on Ranveer-Deepika's Wedding!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Ready for your laughs of the day?

'Russia is US's most acute security threat worldwide'

'Russia is US's most acute security threat worldwide'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'This, together with Chinese revisionism, will constitute the major test of the international system.'

1st ODI: Who would YOU select?

1st ODI: Who would YOU select?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Who would you pick in India's playing XI for Tuesday's first One-Day International against England?

Kohli, Ishant, Pant among Delhi probables for Ranji Trophy

Kohli, Ishant, Pant among Delhi probables for Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Captain Virat Kohli is unlikely to feature in the tournament because of his India commitments.

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

I remember a showbiz wedding during which guests had to sit through several painstakingly rehearsed but awkward dances performed by the bride's and groom's relatives. When Karan rolled his eyes, I smiled and said to him, 'You started it, now you suffer it.' An enchanting excerpt from Anupama Chopra's A Place In My Heart.

Can Rahul, Mayank fill void left by Rohit in ODIs?

Can Rahul, Mayank fill void left by Rohit in ODIs?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

During last India Test series in Australia, Smith was banned for ball tampering and missed out on challenging one of his favourite opposition.

Nadal begins quest for 12th Roland Garros title

Nadal begins quest for 12th Roland Garros title

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Rafael Nadal is generally a slow starter but should not have any problem getting past his first-round opponent, Germany's Yannick Hanfmann.