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T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

Rediff.com1 days ago

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.

Sammy: No team wins T20 World Cup without beating India!.

Sammy: No team wins T20 World Cup without beating India!.

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

West Indies coach Daren Sammy says no team can win the T20 World Cup without beating hosts India, calling them favourites and the biggest hurdle to the title.

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

Rediff.com5 days ago

South Africa say Ahmedabad familiarity and recent India series help preparation for T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash.

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

India Weigh In On Top-Order Tweak After SA Loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate says adding Sanju Samson to the top order is under discussion after the SA loss, reveals Abhishek's food poisoning battle.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India has clarified its position on the proposed interim trade agreement with the US, stating that the joint statement remains the basis for mutual understanding. Amendments to a White House fact sheet reflect shared understandings, with both sides working towards finalizing the agreement.

The Woman Making History On India's Oldest Toy Train

The Woman Making History On India's Oldest Toy Train

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sarita Yolma is the first woman Train Ticket Examiner on the 145-year-old Darjeeling Hill Railway. 'It is a dream journey,' she says.

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Aiden Markram's unbeaten 82 and a 95-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win over West Indies, putting the Proteas on the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals.

India seizes 3 Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers

India seizes 3 Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India has seized three US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran and increased surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade.

T20I rankings: Abhishek, Varun retain top spot; Raza topples Saim

T20I rankings: Abhishek, Varun retain top spot; Raza topples Saim

Rediff.com1 days ago

Team India opener Abhishek Sharma continued to stay at the top of the ICC Men's T20I batting charts despite a horrendous run in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

T20 WC: Promoted Hetmyer Proves An Asset For Windies

T20 WC: Promoted Hetmyer Proves An Asset For Windies

Rediff.com2 days ago

'The way he is batting, I think sometimes, he was kind of wasted down the bottom in the innings. He's such a good player, he can bat in all situations... (against) spin (and) pace..'

Windies flair up against Zimbabwe grit in Super 8s clash

Windies flair up against Zimbabwe grit in Super 8s clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

The West Indies and Zimbabwe, both undefeated in the first round, will clash in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eight match. The West Indies' power-hitting prowess will be tested against Zimbabwe's resilience and all-round strength.

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

Rediff.com1 hour ago

T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table.

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

Rediff.com4 days ago

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Replacing over a third of India's oil imports at competitive rates is going to be a challenge, said traders from State refiners, even though some progress was made in the last two months.

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'It is best to remain vigilant. Tarique Rahman arranged arms smuggling to Indian insurgent groups.' 'He has criticised India for sheltering Sheikh Hasina, but has also sought India's support.'

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

Rediff.com4 days ago

David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com38 minutes ago

India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's state-level fiscal rules have improved headline deficits, but the gains are fragile and uneven with major states still grappling with high debt levels, a World Bank report submitted to the 16th Finance Commission (FC) said. According to the report, despite nearly two decades of adoption of fiscal responsibility laws (FRLs), debt levels have not converged.

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

After a big loss, teams often give excuses instead of honestly admitting they played badly.

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shimron Hetmyer's explosive innings propelled the West Indies to a dominant victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, with the batsman attributing his success to simplified thinking and letting his bat do the talking.

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday climbed five places to seventh in the ICC men's T20I rankings

T20 WC: Raza Backs Zimbabwe's Underdog Dream in Super 8s

T20 WC: Raza Backs Zimbabwe's Underdog Dream in Super 8s

Rediff.com7 days ago

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza says his team's unbeaten T20 World Cup group-stage run has earned global respect, as they prepare to face India, West Indies and South Africa in the Super Eights.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com3 days ago

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com2 days ago

South Africa has established a strong advantage in the tournament by playing a majority of their matches at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, turning the stadium into a fortress.

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Exporters of gems and jewellery have said the free-trade agreement (FTA) has brought relief to their sector because this opens up the world's second-largest market and brings them on a par with China and Thailand, which face zero tariffs on shipments to Europe.

Advantage BJP in March 16 Rajya Sabha polls to 37 seats

Advantage BJP in March 16 Rajya Sabha polls to 37 seats

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Rajya Sabha elections 2024, setting the stage for polls to fill 37 seats across 10 states on March 16.

T20 World Cup: Parthiv wants Sanju Samson in place of Tilak Varma against Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Parthiv wants Sanju Samson in place of Tilak Varma against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com2 days ago

I would like to see Axar Patel, Sanju Samson coming back: Parthiv Patel on India's do-or-die Zimbabwe clash

Energy security for 1.4 bn supreme: India refutes Trump's Russian oil claim

Energy security for 1.4 bn supreme: India refutes Trump's Russian oil claim

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India's energy decisions are guided by national interest.

India Will Continue To Buy Russian Oil

India Will Continue To Buy Russian Oil

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'No one can or will bar India from pursuing its energy goals as it wishes.' 'The US FTA wording may sound more restrictive, but the underlying reality will not undermine India's sovereign energy decisions.'

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Investigations reveal that many of them had been residing in the country for the past six to eight years.

How This IITian Is Solving India's Clean Air Crisis

How This IITian Is Solving India's Clean Air Crisis

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Ravi Kaushik has sold 70,000 units of air filters through his start-up Airth and aims to sell 10 lakh units in the next five years.

India's TV Viewers to Cross 1 Billion

India's TV Viewers to Cross 1 Billion

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Internet subscribers, income growth, literacy and dependency ratio are the biggest drivers of growth.

T20 World Cup: 'Bumrah was bowling brilliantly, but Miller turned it'

T20 World Cup: 'Bumrah was bowling brilliantly, but Miller turned it'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised South Africa's composure under pressure following their victory over India in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, highlighting the match-winning contributions of David Miller and Dewald Brevis.

T20 WC: Sharif and Scotland squad face India visa crunch

T20 WC: Sharif and Scotland squad face India visa crunch

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Scotland were included into the T20 World Cup following Bangladesh's withdrawal citing security concerns despite the ICC insisting that there were no threats as per their assessment.

SC junks plea seeking ban on construction of mosques named after Babur

SC junks plea seeking ban on construction of mosques named after Babur

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has rejected a petition seeking to prevent the construction of mosques named after Mughal emperor Babur.

I Wrongly Gave Sachin Out: Bucknor

I Wrongly Gave Sachin Out: Bucknor

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Why did I give him out? Was he out and so on? But then in life, mistakes happen. I have accepted that it was a mistake, and life goes on.'

T20 World Cup: England wary of Windies after Nepal scare

T20 World Cup: England wary of Windies after Nepal scare

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

England and West Indies, both former champions, prepare for a critical Group C match in the T20 World Cup after contrasting performances in their opening games. England seeks a more convincing win after a narrow escape against Nepal, while the West Indies aim to continue their strong start.

India Fire Warning Shot Before T20 World Cup

India Fire Warning Shot Before T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

A mouth-watering India-South Africa warm-up at the D Y Patil stadium did exactly that, igniting anticipation and hopes among fans.