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WC Qualifiers: Argentina, England, Egypt secure wins, Italy held

WC Qualifiers: Argentina, England, Egypt secure wins, Italy held

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Images from the FIFA World Cup qualifiers matches.

Aussie victory comes at a heavy cost

Aussie victory comes at a heavy cost

Rediff.com16 Nov 2003

Prop Ben Darwin, who had to be stretchered from the field with his neck in a brace, is unlikely to be fit for the final.

Warne urges Symonds to return as a better person

Warne urges Symonds to return as a better person

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

Legendary Australian spinner Shane Warne has lambasted temperamental all-rounder Andrew Symonds for showing disrespect to the national team and urged him not to throw away his international career and return as a better person.

Pakistani cricketer dies after being hit by a bouncer

Pakistani cricketer dies after being hit by a bouncer

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed the news in a message through social media and stressed on the need to wear safety gear all the time.

Hayden rested for Bangladesh one-dayers

Hayden rested for Bangladesh one-dayers

Rediff.com25 Aug 2008

Opening batsman Matthew Hayden has been ruled out of Australia's one-day series against Bangladesh starting in Darwin on Saturday to recover fully from an Achilles injury. Cricket Australia's medical staff opted to leave the veteran batsman out of the series to spare him the three-and-a-half hour flight from Brisbane to Darwin and rest his damaged tendon.

Symonds dropped for India tour

Symonds dropped for India tour

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

All-rounder Andrew Symonds has been dropped from Australia's cricket squad for their tour of India and replaced by Queensland team mate Shane Watson.

Mumbai teen smashes world record!

Mumbai teen smashes world record!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

At 17 years, 292 days, Yashasvi Jaiswal became the youngest player ever to score a double hundred in men's List A cricket, points out Rajneesh Gupta.

Faulkner to lead Australia 'A' in 4-day series against India 'A'

Faulkner to lead Australia 'A' in 4-day series against India 'A'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

All-rounder James Faulkner has been named captain of Australia's 'A' team for the four-day series against India 'A' and South Africa 'A' in July and August, Cricket Australia said on Friday.

Smith, Warner set to make Sydney club return in September

Smith, Warner set to make Sydney club return in September

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

An enticing showdown between former Australia captain Steve Smith and vice-captain David Warner could take place on November 10.

Clarke ready to have a 'ball' in India

Clarke ready to have a 'ball' in India

Rediff.com7 Sep 2008

Apart from his duties at the top of the batting order, Michael Clarke is getting ready to do his bit with the ball as well when Australia tours India next month.

How will AUKUS pact impact India?

How will AUKUS pact impact India?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The agreement would divert China's attention and keep them busy in the Pacific theatre, probably resulting in a reduction in threat perception in our area of interest in the Indian Ocean, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

PHOTOS: India 'A' outclass Australia 'A' to win Quadrangular title

PHOTOS: India 'A' outclass Australia 'A' to win Quadrangular title

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Kedar Jadhav, Manoj Tiwary and Rishi Dhawan hit half-centuries to lift India 'A' to a thrilling four-wicket victory against Australia 'A' in the final of the Quadrangular A-Team One-Day Series at Marrara Oval, in Darwin, on Saturday.

Manoj Tiwary bags five as India 'A' beat Australia 'A'

Manoj Tiwary bags five as India 'A' beat Australia 'A'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Manoj Tiwary bagged five wickets as India 'A' beat Australia 'A' by five wickets, at Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin on Thursday, two days ahead of the Quadrangular series final between the two teams.

Cric Buzz: Jadhav, Samson guide India A to victory

Cric Buzz: Jadhav, Samson guide India A to victory

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

Kedar Jadhav rescued India A after a top-order collapse to guide them to a three-wicket triumph over Australia's National Performance Squad (NPS) in their fifth match of the ongoing quadrangular series in Darwin.

Ponting leaves team to visit ill relative

Ponting leaves team to visit ill relative

Rediff.com28 Jun 2004

Australia captain Ricky Ponting was absent when the team assembled in Darwin on Monday ahead of the first Test with Sri Lanka.

Bangladesh improving: Whatmore

Bangladesh improving: Whatmore

Rediff.com7 Jul 2003

The Bangladesh coach said his team was focusing on improving individual performance.

Jane Austen is the new face on England's 10-pound note

Jane Austen is the new face on England's 10-pound note

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

The great chronicler of 18th century English country life will appear on the new 10-pound note.

'Islam is not a magic potion'

'Islam is not a magic potion'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

'Islam insists on sameness, which is fine but can run the danger to jihad against those who are not the same.' 'Brahminical Hinduism insists on difference, which is fine but can run the danger of an oppressive internal hierarchy: Caste oppression, for instance.' 'In actual fact, humans need both sameness and difference to exist.'

Australians crush Bangladesh, sweep series

Australians crush Bangladesh, sweep series

Rediff.com6 Aug 2003

The hosts crushed Bangladesh by 112 runs in Darwin to win the third ODI and complete a 3-0 series whitewash.

In-form India U-19 side beat New Zealand for fourth win

In-form India U-19 side beat New Zealand for fourth win

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Medium pacer Deepak Hooda (3/26) led an impressive Indian bowling performance that paved the way for an easy seven-wicket win over New Zealand in U-19 tri-series match in Darwin.

India beat Australia in Under-19 tri-series

India beat Australia in Under-19 tri-series

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

The Indian under-19 cricket team produced a fine all-round performance to outplay Australia and notch a 47-run win in its opening match of the ongoing tri-nation series at Marrara Oval in Darwin.

Squash star Dipika Pallikal lifts Australian Open title

Squash star Dipika Pallikal lifts Australian Open title

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

India's top squash player Dipika Pallikal warmed up for the World Doubles Championship, which begins in Darwin on Monday, by winning the PSA Australian Open in Melbourne on Friday. Top seed Pallikal beat eighth seed Mayar Hany of Egypt 10-12, 11-5, 11-6, 11-4 in the 40-minute final for her first title of the year.

McDermott Jr gets call-up for Pak ODIs

McDermott Jr gets call-up for Pak ODIs

Rediff.com16 Aug 2012

Alister McDermott is set to follow his father Craig into international cricket after being added to Australia's squad for the One-day series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.

When this Indian origin Aus cricketer grabbed the spotlight

When this Indian origin Aus cricketer grabbed the spotlight

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

But the Aus media found a real cricketing reason for the match garnering attention - 15-year-old Adi Dave.

Chemistry Nobel for harnessing evolution to develop medicines, biofuels

Chemistry Nobel for harnessing evolution to develop medicines, biofuels

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

The trio used the same principles of evolution -- genetic change and selection -- to develop proteins used in a range of fields.

Kyrgios will play Davis Cup for Australia

Kyrgios will play Davis Cup for Australia

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Australian world number 29 Nick Kyrgios will definitely play in the Davis Cup quarter-final against Kazakhstan in Darwin later this month, if selected.

Why doubts have surfaced over Hinduja's deal for Jet

Why doubts have surfaced over Hinduja's deal for Jet

Rediff.com23 May 2019

While the interest from Hinduja is a positive sign for the grounded airline, executives of banks cautioned that there is no certainty that the deal will fructify. The cost of recapitalising Jet Airways is increasing every day.

Vijender, Akhil bag bronze in Arafura Games

Vijender, Akhil bag bronze in Arafura Games

Rediff.com12 May 2011

Vijender Singh (81kg) and Akhil Kumar (56kg) settled for bronze medals after losing in the semi-finals, but the women pugilists kept India's chances of a boxing gold in the Arafura Games alive as all three advanced to the final in their respective categories in Darwin, Australia, on Thursday.

Akhil enters semis, assured of a medal

Akhil enters semis, assured of a medal

Rediff.com11 May 2011

Indian boxer Akhil Kumar out-punched Nauru's Maakal Dj to enter the semifinals and assure himself of at least a bronze medal at the Arafura Games in Darwin, Australia on Wednesday.

Vijender in semis of Arafura Games

Vijender in semis of Arafura Games

Rediff.com10 May 2011

Star Indian boxer Vijender Singh is assured of at least a bronze medal in his very first international competition in the light-heavyweight (81kg) category after advancing to the semi-finals of the Arafura Games in Darwin, Australia, on Tuesday.

Four Nations Hockey: Indian eves lose 1-2 to Australia

Four Nations Hockey: Indian eves lose 1-2 to Australia

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Lilima Minz's goal went in vain as the Indian women's hockey team were edged 1-2 by hosts Australia in their final round-robin game at the Four Nations hockey tournament in Darwin, Australia on Friday.

Swimming with the crocs

Swimming with the crocs

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

Adrenaline junkies are flocking to Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin City, Australia, to dive with 16-foot long crocodiles.

Gerrard makes quiet debut for Los Angeles Galaxy

Gerrard makes quiet debut for Los Angeles Galaxy

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

Steven Gerrard made a quiet start to his new career with the Los Angeles Galaxy in a friendly on Saturday.

Vijender, Akhil back in action at Arafura Games

Vijender, Akhil back in action at Arafura Games

Rediff.com5 May 2011

Five months after winning a gold medal at the Asian Games, Vijender Singh is back in action in a higher weight category to spearhead India's boxing challenge at the Arafura Games in Darwin.

Was Viven Leigh a promiscuous bisexual?

Was Viven Leigh a promiscuous bisexual?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

The Academy award winner was a bisexual who fought mental illness throughout her adult life, a new biography has revealed.

Banned Smith, Warner ready for comeback

Banned Smith, Warner ready for comeback

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

Banned Australian duo Steve Smith and David Warner will look to share their wealth of experience with budding cricketers when they make their highly anticipated return to club cricket in Sydney on Saturday.

Lipstick Under My Burkha actress Aahana's WOW Australian holiday

Lipstick Under My Burkha actress Aahana's WOW Australian holiday

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Stars go for the loveliest holidays -- exotic locations with a lot of adventure thrown in. We bring you their travels in a special series.

Aus experiments with split-innings in one-dayer

Aus experiments with split-innings in one-dayer

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Cricket Australia tried out the split-innings format in a one-day match for the first time between South Australian Redbacks and Tasmanian Tigers at the Marrara Oval in Darwin.

Ingram replaces Ryder for Lanka tri-series

Ingram replaces Ryder for Lanka tri-series

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

Opener Peter Ingram on Thursday replaced hard-hitting batsman Jesse Ryder in New Zealand's One-day squad for tri-series against India and Sri Lanka starting August 10.

Gopal in second spot in Asian chess

Gopal in second spot in Asian chess

Rediff.com26 Apr 2010

Grandmaster G N Gopal outclassed GM Darwin Laylo of Philippines to move into the joint second spot after the end of the fifth round of the Asian continental chess championship Subic Bay, Phillipines.