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All ten skippers take centrestage in Ahmedabad to kick off World Cup 2023

All ten skippers take centrestage in Ahmedabad to kick off World Cup 2023

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 stage is set as all 10 captains gathered on Wednesday at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad on the eve of the biggest Cricket World Cup ever.

Was a bit underdone for the WTC final: Hazlewood

Was a bit underdone for the WTC final: Hazlewood

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Australian bowler Josh Hazlewood who missed the third Ashes Test and is set to return to the side in the fourth Test match against Australia, said that he was underprepared for the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

CSK's Stokes ready to sacrifice IPL final for England duty

CSK's Stokes ready to sacrifice IPL final for England duty

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

Ben Stokes said his IPL stint won't come in the way of national duty, adding that he would prefer to fly back and lead England against Ireland in the build-up Test ahead of the high-stakes Ashes.

Asia Cup: Can India quell Pakistan's hostile pace challenge?

Asia Cup: Can India quell Pakistan's hostile pace challenge?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

India's batters will have to counter a potent Pakistan bowling attack that can make an impact irrespective of the nature of the pitch.

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

'There has not been a clear direction on what he's going to do yet, but we are still hopeful. I've always said his bowling would be a bonus, but just look at what he brings with the bat, even in the field.'

Rohit's advice to young players...

Rohit's advice to young players...

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'I will try to tell them to replicate what they did in first-class or club cricket'

Focus shifts from exports to import substitution

Focus shifts from exports to import substitution

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

It started out as a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to make India an export hub. But after many a twist and turns, the latest 2.0 PLI for IT hardware, for which the 40 eligible candidates have applied till its deadline, is now focused on 'import substitution'. The scheme will help in reducing India's over-dependence on imports (80 per cent of laptops are imported), especially from China which include laptops, tablets and servers.

Third time lucky? Jabeur determined to learn from past defeats

Third time lucky? Jabeur determined to learn from past defeats

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur believes the lessons she learned in two Grand Slam final defeats will stand her in good stead for Saturday's Wimbledon showdown with unseeded Czech Marketa Vondrousova.

Wimbledon: Bopanna-Ebden march into semis

Wimbledon: Bopanna-Ebden march into semis

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Top Indian doubles player Rohan Bopanna and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden continued their dream run to advance into the Wimbledon semi-final.

'In IPL, youngsters get opportunities they might not be ready for'

'In IPL, youngsters get opportunities they might not be ready for'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Ahead of the upcoming IPL season, Delhi Capitals coach Ricky Ponting said it was his responsibility to make young players better human beings.

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

Uday Kotak resigns as Kotak Mahindra CEO 3 months ahead of RBI deadline

Uday Kotak resigns as Kotak Mahindra CEO 3 months ahead of RBI deadline

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Uday Kotak has resigned as the managing director and chief executive officer of Kotak Mahindra Bank, the bank said in a stock exchange filing on Saturday.

Arsenal down Man City in shootout to win Community Shield

Arsenal down Man City in shootout to win Community Shield

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Arsenal beat Manchester City 4-1 in a penalty shootout to win the Community Shield on Sunday

Lot of credit goes to myself: Prannoy opens up on his comeback

Lot of credit goes to myself: Prannoy opens up on his comeback

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

HS Prannoy said continuous experimentation has been the key to his "special" season as he reached his second final of the year at the Australian Open Super 500 tournament in Sydney.

US Open PIX: Fritz, Gauff ease ahead to keep home hopes alive

US Open PIX: Fritz, Gauff ease ahead to keep home hopes alive

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul and Coco Gauff all advanced to the third round of the US Open on Wednesday to keep home hopes alive.

Aussies will be 'ready' for Virat Kohli

Aussies will be 'ready' for Virat Kohli

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

'He (Virat) is certainly one who can push us back and we will have to get the better of him'

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

IMAGES from the football matches played across Europe on Sunday.

Asian Games: Here's what motivates squash veteran Joshna!

Asian Games: Here's what motivates squash veteran Joshna!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Joshna Chinappa is making a 'mind-boggling' sixth appearance at the Asian Games, having made her debut as a 15-year-old a couple of decades ago in 2002.

Wimbledon: 'He's the favourite': New blood cautious of old guard!

Wimbledon: 'He's the favourite': New blood cautious of old guard!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

World number one Carlos Alcaraz is the new big thing in men's tennis but says Novak Djokovic remains the favourite.

Hardik hoping to carry more bowling workload ahead of WC

Hardik hoping to carry more bowling workload ahead of WC

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Pandya said going into the third and final game on Tuesday, with the series tied at 1-1, would be more challenging and exciting.

Handling Indian superstars has gotten Nitin Menon 'match ready' for Ashes

Handling Indian superstars has gotten Nitin Menon 'match ready' for Ashes

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Umpiring at home over the past three years under the constant pressure put by the big Indian stars has helped Nitin Menon grow immensely as an ICC Elite Panel umpire.

Wozniacki returns to tennis after a brief retirement!

Wozniacki returns to tennis after a brief retirement!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki shocks tennis world with comeback announcement

Gardener rips through England as Aus win Trent Bridge Test

Gardener rips through England as Aus win Trent Bridge Test

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The win give holders Australia four points in their quest to retain the Ashes and the teams now move on to the three match Twenty20 International series that begins on July 1 at Edgbaston.

Rohit's surprising revelation about batting order

Rohit's surprising revelation about batting order

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

We don't ask players overnight to bat at any slot: Rohit

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Surya was hit just above right wrist by a throwdown from Raghavendra and immediately left the nets writhing in pain.

'Rahane will have to be consistent to keep his place in the Test team'

'Rahane will have to be consistent to keep his place in the Test team'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer feels incumbent vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane will have to consistently score runs to remain in the Test reckoning.

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

A look at 7 memorable moments of World Cup 2023.

Bumrah set to rock Ireland T20 series

Bumrah set to rock Ireland T20 series

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

The team is packed with India's Gen-Next IPL performers but stakeholders in Indian cricket will keenly observe Bumrah

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Bumrah, 29, is recovering after a surgery to treat lower back stress fracture.

Protesting wrestlers join Asian Games trials

Protesting wrestlers join Asian Games trials

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Protesting wrestlers joined several of their colleagues to prepare for the Asian Games trials.

Hayden ready to help solve Australia's batting woes

Hayden ready to help solve Australia's batting woes

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Batting great Matthew Hayden is ready to help Australia solve their batting woes in the ongoing four-Test series if asked.

US Open PIX: Sabalenka beats Keys; sets up Gauff final

US Open PIX: Sabalenka beats Keys; sets up Gauff final

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Images from the US Open women's semi-finals on Thursday.

Recalling Moeen for Ashes was a gut feel, Stokes

Recalling Moeen for Ashes was a gut feel, Stokes

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

While Stokes's availability comes as a welcome boost to England's bowling department, they will not be able to call upon first-choice spinner Jack Leach, who suffered a stress fracture in his back earlier this month.

SEE PIX! Fans throng to Man City's rain-soaked victory parade

SEE PIX! Fans throng to Man City's rain-soaked victory parade

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Thunderstorm could not dampen the rousing victory parade as Manchester City celebrated completing the long-awaited treble.

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

R Ashwin has urged selectors and team management to show faith in Tilak Varma and include the left-hander in the World Cup squad.

Will rule change compromise the dynamics of hockey?

Will rule change compromise the dynamics of hockey?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

FIH president Tayyab Ikram asserted that the dynamics of the sport would not be compromised at any cost when they try out the proposed penalty corner rule.

Will Rohit play Test cricket for two years?

Will Rohit play Test cricket for two years?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Will Rohit continue playing Test cricket for the next two years and complete the upcoming cycle?

How Meta Is Supersizing WhatsApp

How Meta Is Supersizing WhatsApp

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

WhatsApp's advantage is that it is the first app millions of Indian check first thing in the morning and innumerable times during the day and night.

The 27-year-old who shocked tennis world at Wimbledon

The 27-year-old who shocked tennis world at Wimbledon

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Eubanks is into his first Grand Slam quarter-final after beating fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas on Monday

'Don't call me Uncle. Call me Sam'

'Don't call me Uncle. Call me Sam'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Besides his strategic and tactical acumen, it was his amazing personality, quick wit and ability to remain unflustered under any circumstances that stood him apart from almost any leader one has read about or known, recalls Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).