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August 19, 2008
'Abhinav is a toughie'
His mother Babli Bindra provides a rare glimpse into the mind and heart of India’s latest hero.
May 15, 2008
Early Sunset
Tennis stars who retired early.
December 27, 2007
India's top sportspersons, 2007
A Grandmaster. hockey & tennis stars, Southern Speedos.
December 18, 2007
Tiger rules!
Woods rates his 2007 season almost on a par with his annus mirabilis in 2000, which is widely regarded as one of the best years in golfing history.
August 07, 2007
A tour of Arsenal's new home
Deepti Patwardhan travels to the Emirates stadium.
October 04, 2006
Dmitry Tursunov: New bad boy of tennis?
Russia's new tennis hero has a serve and forehand that's as sharp as his tongue.
September 20, 2006
At last, one World Chess Champion!
After a 13-year split in the game, Vladamir Kramnik and Veselin Topalov will settle the World Championship battle between September 21 and October 13.
July 24, 2006
True Grit: Landis recreates the Armstrong aura
Serious injury has not deterred this year's Tour de France champion.
June 21, 2006
Baker's son gets the right mix
In the build-up to the World Cup, 'Klinsi' was under fire from German fans. On Tuesday, the German coach's name was on everyone's lips.
June 20, 2006
'Germany could win the World Cup'
Former Indian football captain I M Vijayan thinks Klinsmann's boys have what it takes.
June 19, 2006
Brazil buoyed by Kaka
With Ronaldinho heavily marked, Kaka is finding ways to open up the opposing defence.

'When Zidane or Ronaldo miss, I'm very upset'
The world's greatest show not only keeps people happy in the cities but also in India's villages.

Know these football moves?
Check out Uttam Ghosh's unique guide.
June 16, 2006
Beckham provides bright spot for England
At 31, and sensing probably his last tilt at the game's biggest prize, the England captain has re-discovered his touch and accuracy with devastating effect.

A final between Brazil and Argentina!
arxist MP Nilotpal Basu is obsessed with the World Cup.

Delgado drives Ecuador
If Ecuador hopes to make an impression in the knockout stages, Delgado will be the man they will look up to.
June 15, 2006
Do you play Voetbal?
The Germans call it Fussbal; the Spanish, Futbol; the Portuguese, Futebol; the Romanians, Fotbal; the French le Football.

Valencia hitman strikes in Germany
The 24-year-old David Villa took his Primera Liga form to the World Cup, scoring twice on debut.
June 14, 2006
'Brazilian players enjoy their game'
Director and cinematographer Santosh Sivan is a Brazil fan, but liked the way the Czechs played.

Football's Kiddy Brigade
Have you met Romeo Beckham?

Ahn encore for the Koreans
Ahn Jung-hwan goals helped co-hosts South Korea reach the 2002 semi-finals. On Tuesday, he took his side past Togo.

Indian debut at World Cup
debut in France's goalless draw with Switzerland.
June 13, 2006
Cahill fits the bill
Tim Cahill made history, scoring Australia's first goals in a World Cup finals.

Are your hopes on Rosicky?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

'Little Mozart' comes of age
The 25-year-old, who has traded the yellow shirt of Borussia Dortmund for the red of Arsenal, was the star of the Czech Republic's fluent win over the US.
June 12, 2006
Figo older and wiser
Veteran Luis Figo's experience and charisma make him a key influence in the Portuguese side.
June 11, 2006
Goal-poacher to midfield marshal
The 34-year-old also showed the way in keeping possession as a ten-man Trinidad & Tobago held Sweden goalless.
June 10, 2006
Open and Klose
Striker Miroslav Klose celebrated his 28th birthday with a double strike in Germany's 4-2 victory over Costa Rica.
June 09, 2006
Mixed reaction to Ronaldinho ads
Flip television channels in Brazil and Ronaldinho can be seen advertising anything from body spray to a bank.
June 08, 2006
What is your take on Beckham's dream team?
David Beckham's soccer dream team includes himself and England defender Gary Neville but not Brazilian superstar Pele.

Are you rooting for Lionel Messi?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

Wanna join Beckham's team?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

Is Thierry Henry the best?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

Betting on Germany at the World Cup?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

Are the Dutch your stars?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

Three cheers for the Azzurri?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?
June 05, 2006
Do you worship Ronaldinho?
Have you joined the rediff fan club to support your favourite football team in the World Cup 2006?

World Cup hoodoo torments Spain
Spain's World Cup history is littered with disappointment, controversy, bad luck and episodes of sheer ineptitude.
May 15, 2006
Special: The teen factor in sports
The annals of sports are strewn with examples of gambling on youth paying off handsomely.
April 07, 2006
Meet India's latest sporting hero!
'I was so happy because I won the medal for my country.'
May 19, 2005
Tiger Singh: Most feared man in Japan
Tiger Jeet Singh can't step out of his hotel without having to beat people off with a stick.
February 11, 2005
Karthikeyan in orbit
We know he could hold his own on the same stage as Michael Schumacher.
January 16, 2005
Mumbai Marathon 2005
The complete coverage of the second Mumbai International Marathon.
December 30, 2004
Best of 2004
A look at the year gone by...
November 23, 2004
Fed Express
Fifteen months after Pete Sampras retired, Roger Federer is lord and master of the men's game and the Sampras era is but a distant memory.
September 7, 2004
Singh on song
On September 6, 2004, Vijay Singh won the Deutsche Bank Championship and took over as world number one. Meet the ace from Fiji, who has become an inspiration for Indians the world over.
September 2, 2004
The Right Moves?
During the summer of 2004, the 'Big Five' of the English Premiership made several signings that may or may not change the fortunes of their clubs. A look as some of the key accquisitions.
August 10, 2004
Guru Singh's sucker punch
The Olympian who went missing!
July 9, 2004
Legends of the Tour
The Tour de France has parcelled 28 per cent of its victories to five cyclists, all of whom won the Tour five times. A look at the Fab Five.
July 6, 2004
The Ice Queen
A profile of Maria Sharapova.
July 2, 2004
Mid-field Generals
A look at the best European mid-fielders who figure in the UEFA top 50 list.
June 24, 2004
Fanfare
The Euro 2004 football tournament has witnessed fans turn out in all their splendour. rediff.com takes a look some of them.
June 19, 2004
Money Spinners
A look at the world's richest sportsmen according to the Forbes magazine's "Celebrity 100" issue.
June 18, 2004
Euro Keepers
Profiles of the best European goalkeepers who figure in UEFA's list of Europe's top 50. Vote for your favourite!
June 16, 2004
Euro Hunks
A look at the hottest superstars playing the European Championships in Portugal.
May 24, 2004
Trainer's Report
Indian hockey team trainer Sampath Kumar's observations on seven top players, who are the key to India's chances at the Olympics.
May 5, 2004
50 Years On, Celebrating the Miracle Mile
On May 6, 1954, 50 years ago today, Roger Bannister ran the mile under four minutes, the first human being to ever do so.
April 27, 2004
Arsenal's lethal weapons
A look at the men who played a part in Arsenal's great triumph.
March 15, 2004
Is Manchester United finished?
Never in manager Sir Alex Ferguson's 17-year reign have Man United hit such a low point. Is this the beginning of the end for the world's richest club?
March 27, 2004
Beckham's Golden Boots
A look at some of the famous pairs the England captain wore.
March 25, 2004
Who is the world's greatest footballer?
rediff.com selects its 20 greatest footballers ever.
March 26, 2004
Pass the Flame, unite the world
The Flame, symbolizing the Olympic spirit, will burn at the Athens Olympic Games, from August 13 to 29.
February 12, 2004
The SI swimwear launch
Images from the launch of the 2004 Sports Illustrated swimsuit magazine, 40th anniversary issue.
February 2, 2004
Best of the Australian Open
A collection of the best images from the first Grand Slam of the year.
January 28, 2004
The Las Vegas Showman
A look at the many faces of Andre Agassi.
January 23, 2004
The many faces of Marat Safin
A look at the towering, talented Russian at the Australian Open.
January 2, 2003
Frozen Frames 2003
Some of the best sporting pictures of 2003.
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August 17, 2015
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April 28, 2016
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June 06, 2016
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August 05, 2016
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June 01, 2017
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August 03, 2017
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October 04, 2017
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December 09, 2017
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January 08, 2018
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February 03, 2018
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March 01, 2018
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March 21, 2018
<em>Soorma</em>: The magic and miracle of Sandeep Singh
April 03, 2018
Watch out for these Indians at the Commonwealth Games
April 04, 2018
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April 08, 2018
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April 14, 2018
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April 16, 2018
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May 11, 2018
Why Mohamed Salah deserves to win the Ballon d'Or
May 24, 2018
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June 06, 2018
The World's 10 wealthiest athletes, 2018
June 11, 2018
PIX: 20 Classic Moments from the FIFA World Cup
June 12, 2018
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June 13, 2018
Watch out for Hi-Tech at the 2018 FIFA World Cup
June 14, 2018
The FIFA World Cup Quiz!
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June 19, 2018
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June 28, 2018
Doubly blessed are we to be alive in the Roger-Rafa era
July 17, 2018
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July 18, 2018
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July 27, 2018
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July 31, 2018
The Masters of Grand Slams
August 09, 2018
'C'mon, Tiger! Let's go, Tiger!'
August 17, 2018
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September 10, 2018
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September 17, 2018
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September 26, 2018
How Swapna Barman became the toast of Asia
September 29, 2018
The teenager who conquered the world
October 12, 2018
PKL can give the IPL a run for its money
October 17, 2018
The sailor who made history for India
October 25, 2018
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November 11, 2018
Rumble in the Jungle shook the world
November 15, 2018
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December 21, 2018
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December 24, 2018
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January 28, 2019
Real Kashmir! Football takes the valley by storm
January 29, 2019
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February 05, 2019
The amazing Real Kashmir FC story
February 18, 2019
PIX: Mallakhamb gets a world championship
February 21, 2019
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The One and Only Mary Kom
March 14, 2019
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July 08, 2019
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July 23, 2019
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August 19, 2019
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September 17, 2019
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October 10, 2019
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