News for 'world cup friendlies'

Massive blow for Australia ahead of England match

Massive blow for Australia ahead of England match

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Australians had been relaxing by playing golf in the city during a week-long break between games. No one else was hurt in the incident.

Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Ind vs Afg: Will India sacrifice pace for Kuldeep's spin?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

With head coach Rahul Dravid watching on, Kuldeep was bowling to an imaginary field against Rohit, who was beaten by the left-armer at the start of the session.

Important for us to use Bumrah smartly: Rohit

Important for us to use Bumrah smartly: Rohit

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

India skipper Rohit Sharma lauded his players on the comfortable 47-run victory over Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup Super 8 match in Bridgetown on Thursday, attributing the clinical all-round display to better planning, which was possible due to extensive knowledge about local conditions.

'If you like Cristiano, you don't have to hate Messi'

'If you like Cristiano, you don't have to hate Messi'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Ronaldo admitted that both of them changed the history of football and urged his fans to not hate on Messi.

Asian Cup: South Korea down Bahrain 3-1

Asian Cup: South Korea down Bahrain 3-1

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Mancini slams Saudi players who opted to leave Asian Cup squad

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

SEE: 6-year-old goalkeeping prodigy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Samborlang shot to fame after Argentina's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Junior Emiliano Martinez shared a video of the six-year-old on his Instagram handle.

Bumrah Copies Rashford Celebration

Bumrah Copies Rashford Celebration

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

After successfully dismissing Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran, Bumrah was seen emulating the way Manchester United footballer Marcus Rashford celebrates a goal.

Once 'beaten' twice shy: Ronaldo's Portugal meet plucky Slovenia

Once 'beaten' twice shy: Ronaldo's Portugal meet plucky Slovenia

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The approach Slovenia are expected to take on Monday -- a disciplined, deep back five who offer little space, and explosive counter-attacks from long balls -- to put pressure on Portugal.

'Sachin Paaji is like a god'

'Sachin Paaji is like a god'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Wishes poured in for the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who turned 51 on Wednesday.

PIX! 'Every game is precious' Messi superfan joins scores of giddy fans

PIX! 'Every game is precious' Messi superfan joins scores of giddy fans

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Zhang Jiao, after realising her dream of witnessing Argentina soccer great Lionel Messi lift the World Cup every match he plays from now on is "precious".

I tried not to go for magic deliveries: Bumrah

I tried not to go for magic deliveries: Bumrah

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'We had to be very mindful of not overdoing it and yes add up the pressure, use the big boundaries, try to use things to our advantage. That is what we were doing. So, in that we created pressure and everybody got wickets.'

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

But with the Kiwis set to play a total of 14 Tests during the current cycle, Mitchell knows his side have plenty of work ahead before they think about a potential place in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in the middle of 2025.

Neymar becomes Brazil's top goalscorer with Pele

Neymar becomes Brazil's top goalscorer with Pele

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Neymar scored in extra time against Croatia

Depression, undereating caused early retirement, reveals Lanning

Depression, undereating caused early retirement, reveals Lanning

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Australia's former women's captain Meg Lanning said that her early retirement from international cricket at 31 was forced by bouts of depression and weight-loss

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Smith's form isn't a concern: Starc

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Steve Smith might be taking a wee bit more time to adjust to sub-continental tracks but his poor returns in the first two ODIs against India is least of concern for the Australian team management, senior speedster Mitchell Starc said on Tuesday.

'Rohit scolds the players when...'

'Rohit scolds the players when...'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

'...when they make mistakes and hugs them too. He guides them and gives them all liberty on the field.'

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Diana Edulji becomes the first Indian female inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Group 2 Super 8 match, played between South Africa and USA, in North Sound, Antigua, on Wednesday.

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Bangladesh might not look too threatening in the World Cup but their record against the Proteas

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Suryakumay Yadav has become the toast of Indian cricket

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

England will hope that the likes of Joe Root, Harry brook and skipper Jos Buttler also get some runs and end their a disastrous World Cup campaign on a high.

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

How U-19 girls went on to conquer the world

How U-19 girls went on to conquer the world

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

With India already being the most successful side at the men's U-19 level with five trophies, expectations were high from the U-19 girls.

Sidhu: Jaiswal-Sharma ideal opening pair for India

Sidhu: Jaiswal-Sharma ideal opening pair for India

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Navjot Singh Sidhu believes Yashasvi Jaiswal, a left-handed batsman, would have been an ideal opening partner for Rohit Sharma

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Usain Bolt, once the fastest man on the planet, partied with 21-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic at the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Super Eight Match of the T20 World Cup, played between England and USA, in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Sunday.

The Actor Who Takes Your Breath Away In Paatal Lok 2

The Actor Who Takes Your Breath Away In Paatal Lok 2

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

'Life does not change in such a way that everything becomes easy. Struggle and hustle is there for everyone. 'The difference is that people have started knowing me.'

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India face tough Iraq test sans Chhetri

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The situation in fact is not that worrying for Thursday and IMD regional director Ganesh Das said the rain is expected to be "light and moderate".

Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire, says longtime friend

Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire, says longtime friend

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Speculations over Dhoni's future intensified ever since India lost their big-ticket World Cup semifinal against New Zealand earlier this month.

France's WC team suspended for Norway friendly

France's WC team suspended for Norway friendly

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

The 23 members of France's World Cup squad have been suspended for the country's next game, the French Football Federation (FFF) said on Friday.

Recipe: Zelda's Edamame Truffle Rice

Recipe: Zelda's Edamame Truffle Rice

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.

Rohit fires, Kohli next? Can India crush England 3-0?

Rohit fires, Kohli next? Can India crush England 3-0?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli's form in focus as India eye ODI clean-sweep over England

Can Australia halt India's thunder Down Under?

Can Australia halt India's thunder Down Under?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Back-to-back Test series wins over Australia are almost unheard of but India have won the last four they have played.

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Inspired by 24-year-old playmaker Shoya Nakajima and forward Takumi Minamino, who finished the night with a brace, Japan stunned Oscar Tabarez's side, who are ranked fifth in the world.

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

India will take on the winners of France and the Netherlands in women's team quarter-finals on Sunday; Men's team most fancied

Flintoff in England's backroom staff for T20 WC; possible candidacy for head coach job?

Flintoff in England's backroom staff for T20 WC; possible candidacy for head coach job?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Andrew Flintoff has been added to England's backroom staff for the upcoming T20 World Cup, and ECB managing director Rob Key viewed it as a portend to the former all-rounder's potential candidacy to the team's head coach role.

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Since the beginning of the World Cup, Ilham has been cheering Morocco on in Doha.

It's over 20 years, good years, bad years: Nadal thanks fans

It's over 20 years, good years, bad years: Nadal thanks fans

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Rafael Nadal said farewell to tennis and his fans saluted their retiring hero in a bittersweet and emotional ceremony at a sold-out Malaga arena

Cummins to lead as Maxwell, Smith return for India ODIs

Cummins to lead as Maxwell, Smith return for India ODIs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Matthew Short has also been called up as an extra batter while Travis Head recovers from a fracture to his left hand.