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Abhishek Sharma hits 5 sixes, 5 fours for record 12-ball 50!

Abhishek Sharma hits 5 sixes, 5 fours for record 12-ball 50!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Abhishek Sharma smashed the joint third-fastest half-century and broke his own record for most sixes by an Indian in a T20 innings while scoring an unbeaten 148 in Punjab's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Bengal, in Hyderabad, on Sunday.

What's Sachin Telling Raj Thackeray?

What's Sachin Telling Raj Thackeray?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Sachin Tendulkar was the guest of honour at the grand inauguration of the newly renovated Shivaji Park Gymkhana along with MNS chief chief Raj Thackeray.

SMAT: Rahane, Surya dazzle in Mumbai's dominant win

SMAT: Rahane, Surya dazzle in Mumbai's dominant win

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Mumbai off to flourishing start in SMAT, beat Railways by 7 wickets

Siraj's road to redemption begins with Ranji Trophy

Siraj's road to redemption begins with Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Siraj is turning to domestic cricket to revive his place in the national team.

Prayer or Conversion? Jemimah's father refutes claims amidst controversy

Prayer or Conversion? Jemimah's father refutes claims amidst controversy

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Indian women's cricket team batter Jemimah Rodrigues' father Ivan on Friday refuted allegations that he used her membership at the prestigious Khar Gymkhana here to hold "conversion meetings" at its premises, claiming that he merely conducted prayer gatherings "in complete accordance with procedures".

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

SMAT: Shami, Ajinkya Rahane turn back the clock

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets further building on his match fitness, while Abhishek Porel smashed a blistering fifty

Police case against Hyderabad Cricket Association over stampede incident

Police case against Hyderabad Cricket Association over stampede incident

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Hyderabad police registered a case against the Hyderabad Cricket Association on Friday after a stampede broke out at the Hyderabad cricket stadium on September 22.

Modi's Cultural Push

Modi's Cultural Push

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

With changes to Delhi's architectural map, a re-naming rash, and more Hindu symbolism in secular spaces, the government is making it clear it wants a clean break with post-colonial India, asserts T N Ninan.

Four injured as fans jostle to buy tickets for India-Aus T20

Four injured as fans jostle to buy tickets for India-Aus T20

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Some cricket enthusiasts said they came to the ground in the early hours of the day to purchase tickets.

The T-Shirt Wars

The T-Shirt Wars

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Ajit Balakrishnan on the evolution of a cultural symbol.

State funeral for Ajit Wadekar, legendary cricketer

State funeral for Ajit Wadekar, legendary cricketer

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Sachin Tendulkar was among the many who paid their last respects to the cricketer, coach-manager and administrator.

IPL 2020: Who is Tushar Deshpande?

IPL 2020: Who is Tushar Deshpande?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Tushar Deshpande held his nerve to help fashion a 13-run victory for Delhi Capitals against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night.

Mr Javadekar: Will you listen to IITI students?

Mr Javadekar: Will you listen to IITI students?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

'This is a public institution, run on public money and our fees,' the students say. 'Yet, decisions that affect us crucially are being taken without consulting us.'

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

It was batters who mostly lead their teams to victories and some into the knock-outs. While Mumbai trailblazer Sarfaraz Khan continues to find the big runs, Baba Indrajith's consistency wasn't enough for Tamil Nadu to make even the top two in Group H.

Spin legend Bedi praises 'brilliant' Rahane

Spin legend Bedi praises 'brilliant' Rahane

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

Former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi praised vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane for his attacking unbeaten half-century which helped the visitors make a strong reply with the bat during Day 2 of the second Test against Australia.

Sheila loved western music, watched DDLJ 20 times!

Sheila loved western music, watched DDLJ 20 times!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

Apart from these, reading was also a big passion.

Warm-up: India A 91/1 after Bangladesh declare at 224/8

Warm-up: India A 91/1 after Bangladesh declare at 224/8

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

India A put on a dominant performance as they raced to 91 for one after Bangladesh declared their innings at 224 for eight on the first day of their two-day warm-up match in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Abhinav Kumar rallies Hyderabad

Abhinav Kumar rallies Hyderabad

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

Abhinav Kumar struck a defiant unbeaten 70 to guide Hyderabad to 237 for six on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Super League Group A match against Himachal Pradesh in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

Experience gained in NZ will come in handy for Bangla bowlers: Walsh

Experience gained in NZ will come in handy for Bangla bowlers: Walsh

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

'We are trying to strike the right balance and get them match-ready. The one problem is inexperience. They haven't played a lot of Tests between them. The board is trying to give them more exposure. It is a step in the right direction. It will be better for the team to play more outside home'

Bangladesh beat Kenya by six wickets

Bangladesh beat Kenya by six wickets

Rediff.com13 Aug 2006

An unbeaten 74-run partnership between debutant Forhad Reza and Mohammad Ashraful saw Bangladesh win the first ODI with more than 20 overs to spare.

Indian eves beat Sri Lanka

Indian eves beat Sri Lanka

Rediff.com2 Jan 2006

Indian eves continued their unbeaten streak in the Women's Asia Cup in Karachi on Sunday.

Luangnam wins ITF title

Luangnam wins ITF title

Rediff.com9 Apr 2006

The fifth seeded Thai lass easily beat Miki Miyamura of Japan in the final of the ITF\nWomen's Tennis Championship in Chennai.

Indian eves crush Sri Lanka

Indian eves crush Sri Lanka

Rediff.com30 Dec 2005

The Indian women's cricket team registered a crushing 10-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second match of the Women's Asia Cup.

Anuja retains crown at expense of sister Meenal

Anuja retains crown at expense of sister Meenal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2004

Anuja Thakur retained her crown by defeating her sister and national snooker titlist Meenal by three frames to one in the final of the Bombay Gymkhana women's snooker tournament.

Hyderabad sitting pretty

Hyderabad sitting pretty

Rediff.com23 Dec 2004

After gaining a 128-run first innings lead by bowling Punjab out for 105, Hyderabad were 147 for six in second innings.

Srivastava, Gupta restrict Hyderabad

Srivastava, Gupta restrict Hyderabad

Rediff.com13 Dec 2004

The two bowlers claimed three wickets each as Uttar Pradesh restricted the hosts to 236 for eight on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy match.

Anirudh Singh rescues Hyderabad

Anirudh Singh rescues Hyderabad

Rediff.com25 Nov 2004

Despite his fine century, Hyderabad were bowled out for 231 on the first day of the Ranji Trophy match against Maharashtra.

Innings win for Hyderabad

Innings win for Hyderabad

Rediff.com27 Dec 2003

The hosts defeated Rajasthan by an innings and nine runs in the Elite 'B' Ranji Trophy cricket match.

Tamil Nadu in dire straits

Tamil Nadu in dire straits

Rediff.com19 Dec 2003

Following-on 207 runs behind, Tamil Nadu were 37 for 1 at close on day 3 in the Ranji Trophy match against Hderabad.

Hyderabad whip Karnataka

Hyderabad whip Karnataka

Rediff.com3 Dec 2003

A 297-run victory gave Hyderabad four points from the Ranji Trophy Elite group match.

The Quorum: Are you invited?

The Quorum: Are you invited?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Veer Arjun Singh visits Quorum, an upscale club in an equally upscale setting in Gurugram, and comes away impressed.

Hyderabad make a big score

Hyderabad make a big score

Rediff.com25 Dec 2003

Hosts Hyderabad amassed 323 for 7 against Rajasthan on opening day of the Elite 'B' Ranji Trophy match.

Hyderabad hold sway against TN

Hyderabad hold sway against TN

Rediff.com18 Dec 2003

Hyderabad amassed 447 in their first innings and then had Tamil Nadu at 87 for 3 on day 2 in the Ranji Trophy match.

Vinay Kumar shines for Hyderabad

Vinay Kumar shines for Hyderabad

Rediff.com17 Dec 2003

The stylish batsman was unbeaten on 87 as Hyderabad posted 237 for 4 on day one in the Ranji Trophy match against Tamil Nadu.

Narinder Pal Singh sends Karnataka crashing

Narinder Pal Singh sends Karnataka crashing

Rediff.com2 Dec 2003

The Hyderabad fast bowler claimed 6 for 31 as Karnataka were bowled out for 100 in their first innings in the 'Elite' Ranji Trophy match.

Yashpal Singh props Services

Yashpal Singh props Services

Rediff.com1 Dec 2003

\n\nGoa were three for no loss in reply to Services' first innings score of 212 on day one of the Ranji Trophy Plate match.

Kale lifts Plate 'A'

Kale lifts Plate 'A'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2003

Despite a defiant 98 by Abhijit Kale, star-studded Elite 'C' restricted Plate 'A' to 241 for 8 on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy match.

Focus on Jayant, Pandya in warm-up tie vs Bangladesh

Focus on Jayant, Pandya in warm-up tie vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

The much talked about young duo of Ishan Kishan and Rishabh Pant will also be seen in action for India 'A' during the two-day warm-up match against Bangladesh, starting in Hyderabad, on Sunday.

Ross island: Where history rests

Ross island: Where history rests

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel discovers Ross Island where the clock can never be turned back.

'No iota of doubt about Shastri's death'

'No iota of doubt about Shastri's death'

Rediff.com25 May 2019

Moni Chadha was with Lal Bahadur Shastri in Tashkent. He counters colourful conspiracy theories with sobering facts.