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Chelsea axe Maresca after stunning slump

Chelsea axe Maresca after stunning slump

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Chelsea parted ways with Enzo Maresca on Thursday, a dramatic fall from grace for the Italian who was named manager of the month for November before the club won just one of their last seven league games to fall out of the Premier League title race.

Smith @100: 'World Cup century vs India most memorable ODI innings'

Smith @100: 'World Cup century vs India most memorable ODI innings'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Australia captain Steve Smith feels he has matured quite a lot as he gears up play his landmark 100th One-Day International, against India, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

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.

Australia optimistic for Head to start World Cup against Netherlands

Australia optimistic for Head to start World Cup against Netherlands

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Head, who fractured his left hand during Australia's South Africa tour last month, missed his team's first four matches at the World Cup in India.

Sinner, Alcaraz want return of traditional Davis Cup format

Sinner, Alcaraz want return of traditional Davis Cup format

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are among the world's top players calling for the Davis Cup to return to its traditional home-and-away format and be staged over two years, a proposal backed by ATP chairman Andrea Gaudenzi.

'Well done team India on a good and brave World Cup campaign'

'Well done team India on a good and brave World Cup campaign'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

India lost the World Cup semi-final to Australia by 95 runs but that did not stop cricketers and other athletes the world over from acknowledging their good work in the mega event.

Alonso in tactical conundrum as LaLiga debut looms

Alonso in tactical conundrum as LaLiga debut looms

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The system, featuring three centre backs and aggressive wing backs, marked a significant departure from the traditional 4-3-3 formation and appeared to address Real's defensive frailties from a disappointing, trophyless 2024-25 campaign.

Australia feeling 2021 vibes ahead of semi-final: Maxwell

Australia feeling 2021 vibes ahead of semi-final: Maxwell

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Maxwell was part of Aaron Finch's groundbreaking squad in the United Arab Emirates in 2021 and scored an unbeaten 28 in the final against New Zealand.

Spain stun Sweden; seals World Cup final spot

Spain stun Sweden; seals World Cup final spot

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Carmona fires Spain into World Cup final with 2-1 win over Sweden

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Three major upsets that highlighted this World Cup.

Hussain on what went wrong for England in World Cup semis

Hussain on what went wrong for England in World Cup semis

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

England's inconsistent death bowling once again hurt their chances in the side's defeat to New Zealand in Wednesday's Twenty20 World Cup semi-final, according to former captain Nasser Hussain.

Can Dravid, Rohit Assemble A World Cup Winning Team?

Can Dravid, Rohit Assemble A World Cup Winning Team?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

The current Indian team up is yet to identify its core set for players with the World Cup just weeks away.

Football Briefs: Mourinho set to drop players for United's FA Cup semi-final

Football Briefs: Mourinho set to drop players for United's FA Cup semi-final

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

UAE, Ireland seal T20 World Cup spots

UAE, Ireland seal T20 World Cup spots

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

UAE ended the three-match winning run of Nepal with a 68-run victory to qualify for the T20 World Cup

India qualify for hockey World Cup

India qualify for hockey World Cup

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Indian men's hockey team on Sunday officially qualified for the Rabobank Hockey World Cup in The Hague (NED), according to the latest release issued by the FIH.

IPL 2026: 100 Fifties! Buttler Back to His Best

IPL 2026: 100 Fifties! Buttler Back to His Best

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Jos Buttler overcame a painful slump in the 2026 T20 World Cup to rediscover his form, achieving his 100th T20 fifty and surpassing 14,000 T20 runs. This article explores his journey back to form and his impact on Gujarat Titans' resurgence.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who won the Golden Boot?

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who won the Golden Boot?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

The number of assists is used as a tiebreaker to separate players who are level on goals scored. If they are tied on both counts, the winner is decided by who played the fewest minutes.

World Cup: When Scolari had no face to show for Brazil's 'sorry' effort

World Cup: When Scolari had no face to show for Brazil's 'sorry' effort

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

The nation whose attacking soccer has thrilled the world for generations was left heart-broken on Tuesday after Brazil's humiliating 7-1 loss to Germany in the World Cup semi-finals.

No positive doping tests at FIFA World Cup

No positive doping tests at FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

FIFA collected 2,761 samples prior to the tournament and another 626 during it, including 108 collected on non-matchdays, as part of the largest-ever World Cup testing programme.

Is Nora Fatehi Dating PSG's Moroccan Star?

Is Nora Fatehi Dating PSG's Moroccan Star?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

If rumours are to be believed there was more than the football that saw the Canadian-born actress at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat.

World Cup: 'Sky is the limit' for rampaging Proteas

World Cup: 'Sky is the limit' for rampaging Proteas

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

South Africa sealed a comprehensive 190-run victory over New Zealand on Wednesday for their sixth win in seven matches.

'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

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

India registered a hard-fought six-wicket win over arch rivals Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup.

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

IPL 2026: Promising Rookies Ready to Shine

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A look at the rookies from each of the 10 IPL franchises who are expected to make a name for themselves in the upcoming season.

PHOTOS: Higuain strike puts Argentina in World Cup semis after 24 years

PHOTOS: Higuain strike puts Argentina in World Cup semis after 24 years

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Photos of the quarter-final match between Argentina and Belgium

World Cup Player of the Day: Krul plays Dutch saviour

World Cup Player of the Day: Krul plays Dutch saviour

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Netherlands goalkeeper Tim Krul made a dramatic entrance off the bench to save two penalties in a shootout win over Costa Rica on Saturday following a 0-0 draw after extra time, sending the Dutch into a World Cup semi-final with Argentina.

Can Rohit Sharma Be T20 World Cup MVP?

Can Rohit Sharma Be T20 World Cup MVP?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of T20 World Cup 2024 after Game 54.

10 best moments from Qatar World Cup

10 best moments from Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

The Qatar World Cup has delivered a rich feast of soccer for the past month

World Cup chess: Praggnanandhaa shocks Caruana, meets Carlsen in final

World Cup chess: Praggnanandhaa shocks Caruana, meets Carlsen in final

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa advanced to the Chess World Cup final after outclassing Fabiano Caruana in the semi-finals in Baku.

Is it going to be Samson over SKY for World Cup?

Is it going to be Samson over SKY for World Cup?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Former India player Mohammad Kaif believes that Sanju Samson should be picked for the ODI World Cup at home in October-November.

Vettori unhappy over 'used wicket' for semi-final

Vettori unhappy over 'used wicket' for semi-final

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

The World Cup semi-final between Sri Lanka and New Zealand will be played on the same slow strip on which the hosts steamrolled a jaded and tired England, and Kiwi skipper Daniel Vettori is not happy about it.

India begin World Cup preparation in New Zealand

India begin World Cup preparation in New Zealand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The importance of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand was not lost on Dhawan

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.

FIFA World Cup: French icon Henry plots his country's downfall

FIFA World Cup: French icon Henry plots his country's downfall

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

'But he is someone I really appreciate, I'm happy for him.'

Women's World Cup: Americans beat Germany to reach final

Women's World Cup: Americans beat Germany to reach final

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The United States reached the final of the women's football World Cup for the second time in a row on Tuesday, taking advantage of a dubious penalty to beat top-ranked Germany 2-0 in a hugely enjoyable game.

'This is the greatest day in the history of Indian women's cricket'

'This is the greatest day in the history of Indian women's cricket'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues produced a sensational knock that included 14 fours as India pulled off the biggest successful chase in women's ODI history with nine balls to spare.

FIFA World Cup: Team of the Tournament

FIFA World Cup: Team of the Tournament

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Reuters sports writers chose their team of the tournament.

Shining example of determination: Modi hails India blind women's team!

Shining example of determination: Modi hails India blind women's team!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian blind women's cricket team for winning the inaugural T20 World Cup.

India vs Australia: Who will seize U19 World Cup glory?

India vs Australia: Who will seize U19 World Cup glory?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The stage is set for an intense battle between the unbeaten teams, showcasing the best emerging talents in the world.

All about the T20 World Cup 2022

All about the T20 World Cup 2022

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

West Indies (2012, 2016) have won the title twice, while India (2007), Pakistan (2009), England (2010) and Sri Lanka (2014) are the other teams to have won it once.