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After winning debut, Vijender to face the heat against firefighter Gillen

After winning debut, Vijender to face the heat against firefighter Gillen

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

After a knockout debut, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh will face Englishman Dean Gillen in his second professional bout and the part-time firefighter has promised to be a 'dangerous opponent' in the bout scheduled in London, on October 30.

Asia Cup stats: Rohit, Nehra set new milestones

Asia Cup stats: Rohit, Nehra set new milestones

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Statistical highlights of the opening Asia Cup 2016 match between India and Bangladesh, in Mirpur, Bangladesh.

'Ishant needs to conduct himself properly and be a role model'

'Ishant needs to conduct himself properly and be a role model'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Former India speedster Venkatesh Prasad says Ishant Sharma needs to focus on his skill and focus on getting the batsman out rather than getting over-aggressive.

Adelaide T20: Kohli, Raina make it a memorable day for India

Adelaide T20: Kohli, Raina make it a memorable day for India

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

The India cricket team recorded a comprehensive 37-run win over Australia in the first T20 at the Adelaide Oval on Tuesday, and take a 1-0 lead in the three match T20 series. Here are the statistical highlights of the match...

Bournemouth back on top in race to Premier League

Bournemouth back on top in race to Premier League

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

Bournemouth are in pole position in the race to be promoted to the Premier League after a 3-0 victory over fellow contenders Middlesbrough on Saturday.

Ashes: England collapse puts Australia in sight of victory

Ashes: England collapse puts Australia in sight of victory

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

England crumbled meekly to 107 for eight in reply to Australia's 481 to put the touring side firmly on course for victory in the final Ashes Test after a dramatic second day at The Oval on Friday.

Ashes: Defiant Smith puts Australia in control

Ashes: Defiant Smith puts Australia in control

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Steve Smith made a brave unbeaten 78 to lift Australia to 287 for three on the first day of the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval on Thursday.

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world of sport last week, in 10 images.

Apprenticeship over, Smith puts his hand up for full-time captaincy

Apprenticeship over, Smith puts his hand up for full-time captaincy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

'Nothing is confirmed yet either with anything, in regards to the captaincy, but if it works out that way and I am the next captain, then it's a lot of responsibility' 'Hopefully we can send Michael off on a high note at The Oval'

'We'll let you choose headline: Embarrassed, Demolished, Humiliated'

'We'll let you choose headline: Embarrassed, Demolished, Humiliated'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Ashes rout branded 'day of infamy' in horrified Australia.

Is Leicester's 5,000-1 upset the greatest sporting shock?

Is Leicester's 5,000-1 upset the greatest sporting shock?

Rediff.com3 May 2016

At the start of the English football season last August, bookmakers in Britain were offering odds of 5,000-1 against LeicesterCity winning the Premier League. 5,000-1? Now, let's put that into perspective.

Leicester's victory a triumph for football and 'hope to smaller teams'

Leicester's victory a triumph for football and 'hope to smaller teams'

Rediff.com3 May 2016

FIFA president Gianni Infantino echoed the most common and apt description of the "beautiful story" as a "fairytale" after the 5,000-1 outsiders, who performed a miraculous escape from relegation last season, were crowned champions on Monday.

'It's hard to always expect the middle order to get us out of trouble'

'It's hard to always expect the middle order to get us out of trouble'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

The selectors have much to ponder after England slumped to a crushing 405-run defeat by Australia in the second Ashes Test at Lord's with calls for change in the top order coming a week after the team were lauded for their first-test victory.

When Cook helped Gary get his 'Ballance' right

When Cook helped Gary get his 'Ballance' right

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

England left-hander Gary Ballance has admitted that a dinner with skipper Alastair Cook helped get his focus back in the game after he came in the news for his shirtless act in an inebriated state at a Nottingham pub after the conclusion of the first Test at Trent Bridge.

In comeback bid, Gambhir has 'burning desire to excel'

In comeback bid, Gambhir has 'burning desire to excel'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

"As far as my comeback is concerned, I am enjoying the journey at the moment without worrying too much about the destination."

10 Stunning Sports PHOTOS of the Week!

10 Stunning Sports PHOTOS of the Week!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

From a 'bronzed' David Beckham to synchronised swimmers Rediff.com has this and more to treat your eyes...

'I didn't complain when I played in Joburg; will not complain here either'

'I didn't complain when I played in Joburg; will not complain here either'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin hit back at criticism of the pitch for the ongoing third Test between India and South Africa in Nagpur, saying it needs to be taken out of the equation since both teams have to deal with the same conditions. Harish Kotian/Rediff.com reports

Leander records 100 partnerships as Wimbledon beckons

Leander records 100 partnerships as Wimbledon beckons

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Leander Paes has experimented with 100 different players.

'I am in a good state of mind'

'I am in a good state of mind'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

'I try to play my best and put India in a good position.'

They came, they saw but they did not conquer...

They came, they saw but they did not conquer...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Vibrant New Zealand deserve all the plaudits.

Anderson crossed the line: Dhoni

Anderson crossed the line: Dhoni

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

The raging controversy over James Anderson's alleged altercation with Ravindra Jadeja gained momentum with India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni hitting out at the English fast bowler, stating that he was the one who crossed the line during the first Test.

Anderson complaint threatens to sour India-England relations

Anderson complaint threatens to sour India-England relations

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

As England paceman Jimmy Anderson faces the prospect of a ban following a complaint from India, relations between the sides are in danger of becoming seriously soured in the wake of the latest contentious issue involving the Asian powerhouse.

England, India search for positive spin after stalemate

England, India search for positive spin after stalemate

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

India will also be pondering a few changes for Lord's and regular spinner Ravichandran Ashwin looks to be in a good position to force his way into the starting eleven.

PHOTOS: India build lead after Root-Anderson's record stand

PHOTOS: India build lead after Root-Anderson's record stand

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Photos from Day 4 of the first Test match between India and England in Nottingham, on Saturday.

Have patience: Formula to win on lifeless Trent Bridge wicket

Have patience: Formula to win on lifeless Trent Bridge wicket

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

Indian medium-pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar feels that the bowlers need to adopt a 'patient' approach on a lifeless Trent Bridge wicket if the visitors want to bowl England out twice and win the first cricket Test in Nottingham.

PHOTOS: Vijay's ton gives India the edge on Day 1

PHOTOS: Vijay's ton gives India the edge on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Images from Day 1 in the first Test between India and England at Nottingham, on Wednesday.

Birthday boy Dhoni under cake-attack!

Birthday boy Dhoni under cake-attack!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

For once, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end. Team India's captain, who celebrated his 33rd birthday, was smeared with cake by his team mates in Nottingham, on Monday.

'I feel lucky to have played under the captaincy of MS Dhoni'

'I feel lucky to have played under the captaincy of MS Dhoni'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Mohit Sharma attributes his recent success in international cricket to the opportunities that was given to him by his IPL and India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni but doesn't like if you only call him a line and length bowler.

'The key for India is going to be the ability to take 20 wickets'

'The key for India is going to be the ability to take 20 wickets'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2014

Former captain Rahul Dravid says India's success in England will largely depend on how well their under-fire bowling attack can shape up during the five-Test series, starting at Nottingham on July 9.

Bowling still a worry for India ahead of first Test vs England

Bowling still a worry for India ahead of first Test vs England

Rediff.com5 Jul 2014

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni will have to put in some serious thinking in the next few days as to what exactly will be his team's bowling combination in the first Test against England in Nottingham, starting on July 9.

'God of Commentary' prepares to say goodbye

'God of Commentary' prepares to say goodbye

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Henry Blofeld, who charmed the cricket world for more than 40 years, bids farewell to the microphone come September. Haresh Pandya salutes the Master.

Lord's recommended to stage 2019 World Cup final

Lord's recommended to stage 2019 World Cup final

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

The hallowed ground, which staged the World Cup final in 1975, 1979, 1983 and 1999, has also been put forward to host the women's World Cup final in 2017.

Stats: New Zealand spinners script history against India at Nagpur

Stats: New Zealand spinners script history against India at Nagpur

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

Statistical highlights of the World Twenty20 Super 10 Group 2 match between India and New Zealand in Nagpur on Tuesday.

Cric Buzz: Bell is England's Player of Year; Neesham makes history

Cric Buzz: Bell is England's Player of Year; Neesham makes history

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

Batsman Ian Bell was named on Monday as England's player of the year for 2013-14 in recognition of his outstanding performances in the home Ashes series victory over Australia last season.

Australia v India Tests: The score thus far...

Australia v India Tests: The score thus far...

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

As India go in to the four-match Test series against Australia that commences in Adelaide on Tuesday, here is a factbox.

Nottingham Cricket Club to fund Indian school

Nottingham Cricket Club to fund Indian school

Rediff.com1 Oct 2010

England's Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club is hoping to raise sufficient funds to sustain an Indian school, Akanksha, for a year when they host a dinner at Trent Bridge on Saturday.

IPL: Rain plays spoilsport; Bangalore, Rajasthan share points

IPL: Rain plays spoilsport; Bangalore, Rajasthan share points

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Royal Challengers Bangalore were forced to share points with Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match after heavy downpour led to match being called off.

Chelsea's Hazard edges Spurs' Kane to win England's PFA player of the year

Chelsea's Hazard edges Spurs' Kane to win England's PFA player of the year

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Chelsea's Belgium forward won Eden Hazard England's PFA player of the year award ahead of Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane and Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea on Sunday.

'King of swing' Anderson eclipses Botham's record

'King of swing' Anderson eclipses Botham's record

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

James Anderson became England's highest wicket-taker in Test cricket when he claimed his 384th victim in the drawn first Test against the West Indies in Antigua on Friday.

Emotional Liverpool marks 25th anniversary of Hillsborough disaster

Emotional Liverpool marks 25th anniversary of Hillsborough disaster

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Thousands gathered at Liverpool's Anfield Stadium on Tuesday to mark the 25th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster in which 96 of their fans died during an FA Cup semi-final, one of the darkest days in the history of English soccer.