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Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Sir Don Bradman's iconic Baggy Green to go under hammer

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Bradman wore that cap during the 1947/48 series against the first Indian team to tour Australia. The series saw Bradman amassing 715 runs from six innings.

Aus keep Playing XI under wraps ahead of SCG Test

Aus keep Playing XI under wraps ahead of SCG Test

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'We could play a couple of all-rounders. Could play a spinner. Could play no spinner. We'll figure it out.'

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A look at some of the major controversies in past World Cups.

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

With skipper Pat Cummins already out of the series opener because of a back injury, Australia are expected to send out Hazlewood with Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland as their pace attack.

Mourning The Bondi Beach Dead

Mourning The Bondi Beach Dead

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The day after the shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach.

Why Shastri should be England's next head coach

Why Shastri should be England's next head coach

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

'Someone with a strong record against Australia, especially as a coach, is worth considering. Looking ahead to the Ashes in 2027, England might benefit from a different voice -- that extra 1% that helps teams win.'

'I Am Happy Dharamji Is Back Home'

'I Am Happy Dharamji Is Back Home'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Dharamji's health is a matter of great concern for us.'

Australian players question ICC over DRS inconsistencies

Australian players question ICC over DRS inconsistencies

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Meanwhile, Australian captain Pat Cummins also commented on the DRS controversy, noting that RTS appeared to be different from UltraEdge.

Delhi-Born Chaudhary Creates Sheffield Shield History!

Delhi-Born Chaudhary Creates Sheffield Shield History!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

All-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary, playing for Tasmanian Tigers in the Sheffield Shield, created history on Monday, as he became the first Indian to score a hundred in the Australian first-class tournament this century.

My role as captain is to protect my players: Stokes

My role as captain is to protect my players: Stokes

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The England players have come in for heavy criticism since Australia wrapped up an 82-run win in the third Test in Adelaide on Sunday to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the series.

Shraddha Has A Question For You

Shraddha Has A Question For You

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Bollywood's divas are promoting midweek glamour on social media by posting gorgeous pictures of themselves.

Sean Abbott first player subbed out under new rule

Sean Abbott first player subbed out under new rule

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

New South Wales fast bowler Sean Abbott created history as the first player to be substituted out of a Sheffield Shield match due to injury, other than concussion.

Ex-England batter Robin Smith passes into the ages

Ex-England batter Robin Smith passes into the ages

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Robin Smith established himself as a belligerent middle-order batter known for his ability against fast bowlers.

'It Was the Longest Nine Weeks': Ex RCB player on cancer battle

'It Was the Longest Nine Weeks': Ex RCB player on cancer battle

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'It had spread to parts of my abdominal lymph nodes and lung. That was a bit where it was pretty daunting'

PIX: Standing ovation for Kate, Princess of Wales, at Wimbledon

PIX: Standing ovation for Kate, Princess of Wales, at Wimbledon

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, arrived smiling at the Wimbledon tennis championships on Sunday to watch the men's singles final.

Oval Invincibles renamed MI London after Reliance-Surrey deal

Oval Invincibles renamed MI London after Reliance-Surrey deal

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Indian multinational conglomerate Reliance Industries and Surrey County Cricket Club on Wednesday announced their partnership in The Hundred and expectedly renamed the franchise MI London.

Pat Cummins returns to bowling ahead of Ashes

Pat Cummins returns to bowling ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins has eased back into bowling in his rehabilitation from a lower-back injury.

Four-star Starc sends warning to England ahead of Ashes

Four-star Starc sends warning to England ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Australia will take on England in the opening fixtures of the Ashes on November 21 in Perth. Steve Smith will lead the side as Pat Cummins is not in the team due to injury.

Like Father, Like Son: Ronaldo Jr Makes Portugal Debut

Like Father, Like Son: Ronaldo Jr Makes Portugal Debut

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo's son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jnior, has officially begun his international journey making his Portugal Under-16 debut in a 2-0 win over hosts Turkey on Thursday in Antalya.

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

France's perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in an entertaining Group D clash on Monday.

India women's team to get foreign S&C coaches

India women's team to get foreign S&C coaches

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

According to BCCI sources, Bangladesh men's S&C coach Nathan Kiely is in talks with the Indian board and he is likely to join the COE.

Ashes: Starc Calls For Spicy Wickets To Tame Bazball

Ashes: Starc Calls For Spicy Wickets To Tame Bazball

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Australia paceman Mitchell Starc has warned against flattening surfaces to maximise five-day revenue as England's aggressive "Bazball" approach looms.

Garnacho double fires Chelsea into League Cup semis

Garnacho double fires Chelsea into League Cup semis

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Christensen, Rashford on target as Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey

Woman duped of Rs 3.75 crore with Jaggi Vasudev deepfake

Woman duped of Rs 3.75 crore with Jaggi Vasudev deepfake

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

A retired woman in Bengaluru was allegedly defrauded of Rs 3.75 crore by scammers using an AI-generated deepfake video of spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev to promote a fraudulent online trading platform.

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Forbes just released a selection of places across the world that celebrate The Quiet. Places where one can clear the mind, and reconnect with the soul. Read on...

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The update from the 42-year-old royal after a "tough couple of months" comes after weeks of speculation over her health and recovery.

Playing all formats possible: Hazlewood

Playing all formats possible: Hazlewood

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood feels it is possible to do the balancing act with meticulous planning and strategising.

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

'Dickie Bird was sympathetic to players' frustrations'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday condoled the death of renowned umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird, saying the Englishman was a "unique character", who understood the "tensions and pressures" of the players.

Aus recall Indian origin spinner for T20Is

Aus recall Indian origin spinner for T20Is

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Sangha has featured in seven T20Is, taking a four-fer against South Africa in 2023

Will Perth Pounding Force England To Ditch Bazball Blueprint?

Will Perth Pounding Force England To Ditch Bazball Blueprint?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

England have not won the Ashes in Australia after losing the first Test since the 1950s but McCullum and Stokes will remain convinced they can turn the series around, just as they did against South Africa in 2022 when they won 2-1 after losing the opener at Lord's.

ICC's two-tier WTC model gets a thumbs down

ICC's two-tier WTC model gets a thumbs down

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Two-tier Test system unlikely to take off; ICC eyes revival of ODI Super League

Australia's BIG reveal ahead of Ashes

Australia's BIG reveal ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Cummins is also unlikely to feature in the first Ashes Test, starting November 21 in Perth, and in that scenario former skipper Smith will captain Australia.

Infosys wins 14K cr deal to modernise UK's NHS workforce management system

Infosys wins 14K cr deal to modernise UK's NHS workforce management system

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The 15-year agreement will see Infosys develop a next-generation, data-driven workforce management platform to replace the existing electronic staff record (ESR) system, which annually manages a 55 billion payroll for 1.9 million NHS employees.

'Captaincy will bring best out of Smith'

'Captaincy will bring best out of Smith'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri outlined the quality of Steve Smith that has always amazed him, and expects the captaincy for the first Ashes Test in Perth to bring the best out of him.

Barbados-born Bethell earns maiden ECB central contract

Barbados-born Bethell earns maiden ECB central contract

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Four-Test-old all-rounder Jacob Bethell was awarded his maiden central contract by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) which offered two-year deals to 14 multi-format cricketers, including Test captain Ben Stokes and injury-plagued pacer Jofra Archer.

Steve Smith's big advice for rising star Sam Konstas

Steve Smith's big advice for rising star Sam Konstas

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Despite flashes of talent, Sam Konstas' domestic form -- marked by erratic shot choices and a lack of consistent runs -- has intensified debate over Australia's opening options for the Ashes.

What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who is on a two-day visit to Mumbai, was joined by English football great Michael Owen.

Boost for Australia! Labuschagne's hot streak ahead of Ashes

Boost for Australia! Labuschagne's hot streak ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Marnus Labuschagne, who was dropped from the Test side during the tour of West Indies in June-July, has since hit three centuries in one-dayers and a couple more in Sheffield Shield for Queensland.

Historic! Young Aussie star Harjas smashes record 314

Historic! Young Aussie star Harjas smashes record 314

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

This is the third-highest individual score in New South Wales Premier first-grade history, also setting a record for the most sixes in an innings.

Indian football awakening? Ex-Aussie star joins camp!

Indian football awakening? Ex-Aussie star joins camp!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Williams, Bharti join camp, signalling new chapter for Indian football