News for 'World Cup 2022'

India's Pranati Nayak wins bronze at FIG World Cup

India's Pranati Nayak wins bronze at FIG World Cup

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Pranati Nayak, who represented the country at the Tokyo Olympics, came up with a total score of 13.417 in the vault final to finish third, behind American duo of Jayla Hang (13.667) and Claire Pease (13.567).

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India face Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup, with concerns over India's lack of international game time.

Germany to stick with Flick despite World Cup flop

Germany to stick with Flick despite World Cup flop

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Germany coach Hansi Flick will remain in his position despite his side's dismal performance at the World Cup.

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane, known as 'Jinx', has retired from international cricket at 38, leaving behind a legacy of quiet resolve, exceptional captaincy, and crucial innings that often came when India needed them most.

Al Qaeda urges Muslims to shun FIFA World Cup

Al Qaeda urges Muslims to shun FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, the militant group's Yemen-based branch, criticised Qatar for "bringing immoral people, homosexuals, sowers of corruption and atheism into the Arabian Peninsula".

Goa's Chigurupati Ready For India U-19 Battle In Sri Lanka

Goa's Chigurupati Ready For India U-19 Battle In Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Goa's Venkata Chigurupati has earned his maiden India Under-19 call-up for the Sri Lanka tour after a standout season of 49 wickets and 380 runs, as the fast-bowling all-rounder sets his sights on the U-19 World Cup and a future in India's Test team.

T20 World Cup: Injured Karthik doubtful against Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: Injured Karthik doubtful against Bangladesh

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

Dinesh Karthik suffered a back injury during the side's T20 World Cup match against South Africa in Perth on Sunday

50 Years On: Relive India's 1975 hockey World Cup title

50 Years On: Relive India's 1975 hockey World Cup title

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

March 15, 2025, Saturday, marks the 50th anniversary of India's landmark victory over Pakistan in the final of the 1975 hockey World Cup.

Another T20 World Cup record for run-machine Kohli

Another T20 World Cup record for run-machine Kohli

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Virat Kohli is the first player to finish as the leading run-scorer in two T20 World Cups.

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

One Year On, Rohit Relives ICC T20 World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados.

Neymar joins Brazil camp for FIFA World Cup

Neymar joins Brazil camp for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Neymar joined the group later than the rest of the players due to a flight issue from France,

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match-ups

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match-ups

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The World Cup pre-quarter-finals line-up.

World Cup: Can Tunisia stop France's winning run?

World Cup: Can Tunisia stop France's winning run?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

Kadri said he felt his team did not deserve to lose but failed to take their chances while Australia scored with only two shots on goal.

Ireland dare to dream at T20 World Cup

Ireland dare to dream at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Ireland's win against England threw the Super 12s wide open and issued a warning to the cricket powers who have largely snubbed them in competition.

100 Days For T20 World Cup!

100 Days For T20 World Cup!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Australia are the defending champions, having beaten New Zealand by 8 wickets in the 2021 T20 World Cup in the UAE.

Heartbreak for Windies! Miss World Cup spot by 0.01 run-rate

Heartbreak for Windies! Miss World Cup spot by 0.01 run-rate

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

West Indies edged out of Women's World Cup by 0.01 run-rate

Why Messi's Kerala Visit Never Happened: Report Submitted To Govt

Why Messi's Kerala Visit Never Happened: Report Submitted To Govt

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

The Kerala Sports Department has submitted its confidential inquiry report regarding the controversy surrounding the proposed visit of football legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to the state during the previous government's tenure.

'Argentina are not obliged to win World Cup'

'Argentina are not obliged to win World Cup'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Argentina won the 2021 Copa America but despite always being one of the World Cup favourites they have not lifted football's most precious trophy in the last 36 years.

Infantino: 2025 Club World Cup will have 32 team format

Infantino: 2025 Club World Cup will have 32 team format

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

"This 11 billion figure is without the club World Cup (in 2025). At the end of the four years we will make even more revenue," Infantino told a news conference.

America set to catch 'Lamine Fever' as Spain chase another WC title

America set to catch 'Lamine Fever' as Spain chase another WC title

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Lamine Yamal exploded into view at 16 and became an integral part of Spain's record fourth European Championship triumph in 2024.

Indian Boxers Shine: Nine Semifinalists At Commonwealth Games

Indian Boxers Shine: Nine Semifinalists At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

India's boxing contingent had a stellar day at the Commonwealth Games, securing five more semifinal berths and bringing the total to nine. This achievement surpasses India's previous medal tally in boxing from Birmingham 2022, guaranteeing at least nine medals for the nation.

From borrowed rifle to Asian Games: Vidarsa K Vinod's journey of sacrifice and resilience

From borrowed rifle to Asian Games: Vidarsa K Vinod's journey of sacrifice and resilience

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Vidarsa K Vinod, a 27-year-old shooter from Kerala, has secured a spot in India's Asian Games squad for the 10m Air Rifle and 50m Rifle 3 Positions events, overcoming significant financial hurdles and training setbacks through resilience and family support.

Lewandowski finally breaks his World Cup duck

Lewandowski finally breaks his World Cup duck

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Robert Lewandowski struck the goal that sealed Poland's victory over Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

Is this why Germany crashed out of World Cup?

Is this why Germany crashed out of World Cup?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Teams focused on World Cup, not politics, had easier passage to last 16, says Arsene Wenger

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia.

India men cruise to Thomas Cup quarters, women struggle in Uber Cup

India men cruise to Thomas Cup quarters, women struggle in Uber Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India's men's team secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Australia to reach the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, while the women's team faces a tough road in the Uber Cup after PV Sindhu's defeat against Wang Zhiyi.

Messi joins 900-goal club, but Miami exit Champions Cup

Messi joins 900-goal club, but Miami exit Champions Cup

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Lionel Messi scored his 900th career goal, but Inter Miami CF were knocked out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Nashville SC.

World Cup: How serious is Neymar's ankle injury?

World Cup: How serious is Neymar's ankle injury?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Brazilian striker Neymar should be fine to continue in the World Cup despite limping off with a swollen ankle during his team's 2-0 victory over Serbia on Thursday, coach Tite said.

'Unfair for Messi to retire without a World Cup'

'Unfair for Messi to retire without a World Cup'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

Messi or Suarez should win World Cup if not Spain, says Luis Enrique

PIX: Little second Irishman to take T20 World Cup hat-trick

PIX: Little second Irishman to take T20 World Cup hat-trick

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Paceman Josh Little picked up Ireland's second hat-trick in T20 internationals when he grabbed a trio of New Zealand victims at the T20 World Cup on Friday.

Deepika Kumari grabs fifth World Cup archery silver

Deepika Kumari grabs fifth World Cup archery silver

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

India's premier recurve archer Deepika Kumari won her fifth silver medal at the World Cup Final after losing the summit clash 0-6 to China's Li Jiaman, Tlaxcala, Mexico.

Deepika's So So Close To World Cup!

Deepika's So So Close To World Cup!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone unveiled the FIFA World Cup trophy on Sunday ahead of the final between Argentina and France at the Lusail stadium in Doha.

Why long-range goals are a rarity in Qatar World Cup?

Why long-range goals are a rarity in Qatar World Cup?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

The Qatar World Cup has had the lowest number of long-range shots and smallest percentage of goals scored from outside the penalty area in the last five tournaments.

FIFA World Cup: What fans can't do in Qatar

FIFA World Cup: What fans can't do in Qatar

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

'My only problem is banning alcohol'

Windies head coach Simmons steps down after T20 World Cup exit

Windies head coach Simmons steps down after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Twice champions West Indies suffered a surprise elimination by Ireland with a nine-wicket thrashing in Hobart on Friday, ending bottom of Group B with two points.

FIFA WC: Saudi fans on World Cup high

FIFA WC: Saudi fans on World Cup high

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

"Our team fulfils our dreams!" and "Where is Messi? We beat him!", the green-clad Saudis chanted over and over in the Lusail Stadium, on their feet and greeting every clearance, including one headed off the goal line with a deafening roar.

US, Mexico book spots at 2022 FIFA World Cup

US, Mexico book spots at 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The United States and Mexico both booked tickets to this year's World Cup in Qatar in the final round of CONCACAF qualifying on Wednesday.

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals, aiming to continue their quest for a second title. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A. Chinese Taipei, led by world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, topped Group C.

T20 World Cup: Australia not taking Ireland lightly

T20 World Cup: Australia not taking Ireland lightly

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

Australia have amassed a string of explosive batters in their lineup but Finch said the likes of Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and Tim David could play the anchor's role as well.

India Face Japan In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal Clash

India Face Japan In Thomas Cup Quarterfinal Clash

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will aim to continue their quest for a second title when they face Japan in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A and will face Japan, who, like them, have won the title once.