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Laxmi Negi

Laxmi Negi writes on sports. You can e-mail the author at laxmin@rediff.co.in

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Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India included two debutants -- Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy -- while leaving out Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

Perth Test: 6 Match Ups To Look Out For

Perth Test: 6 Match Ups To Look Out For

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Any of these match ups could influence the outcome of the Perth Test.

10 Most Expensive IPL Players

10 Most Expensive IPL Players

Rediff.com2 days ago

Before the IPL Auction 2025, Rediff.com delves into the top 10 most expensive players in IPL history, exploring their impact on the game and the factors that have made them so valuable.

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Coming Soon! World Pickleball League

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'The league will begin as a city-based franchise setup, starting with six cities.'

'Kohli Will Turn Things Around'

'Kohli Will Turn Things Around'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'Even if we had won the New Zealand series 3-0, it would have meant little because the conditions in Australia are very different, and the team there is very different.' 'In Australia, you just go with a clean slate and start fresh. It doesn't matter what has happened on the previous page.'

Who Will Captain India Next?

Who Will Captain India Next?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, K L Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya: Who will succeed Rohit Sharma after he retires?

Is It Finis For Kohli, Rohit?

Is It Finis For Kohli, Rohit?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Kohli, once dismissing bowlers with ease, now struggles to stay at the crease, while Rohit, a guide for younger players, finds himself confronting his own form.

Who Will Captain DC, KKR, LSG, RCB?

Who Will Captain DC, KKR, LSG, RCB?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

A wave of high-profile player releases, including four prominent captains -- Shreyas Iyer, K L Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Faf du Plessis -- has reshaped the landscape of the league.

Ruturaj Gaikwad Misses Out Again

Ruturaj Gaikwad Misses Out Again

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Gaikwad's supporters argue that his exclusion underscores inconsistencies in selection, with some feeling this sends a discouraging message to players trying to climb the ranks through domestic achievements.

India's WTC Final Hope In Danger

India's WTC Final Hope In Danger

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Despite consistently reaching the WTC finals in the past two cycles, where they faced New Zealand and Australia but fell short, India's chances for a third consecutive appearance are now at risk.

Is Prithvi Shaw Headed The Kambli Way?

Is Prithvi Shaw Headed The Kambli Way?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Shaw's lack of attendance at crucial training sessions, particularly after poor performances, coupled with a lax approach to fitness, has alarmed the Mumbai team management and led to tough choices.

How The Black Tiger Joined Mangaluru's Famed Pili Vesha

How The Black Tiger Joined Mangaluru's Famed Pili Vesha

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Dussehra in Mangaluru is incomplete without the iconic Pili Vesha or tiger dance, a deeply rooted tradition in Tulu culture.

Mangaluru Celebrates The God Of New Beginnings

Mangaluru Celebrates The God Of New Beginnings

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Two prominent organisations, the Hindu Yuva Sene and the Keshav Smriti Samvardhana Samithi, have a pivotal role in shaping Mangaluru's Ganesh Utsav celebrations.

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The unpredictable nature of the 2024 US Open has turned it into one of the most thrilling Grand Slam tournaments in recent memory.

'I've Been Fortunate To Have Lived The Life Of An Athlete'

'I've Been Fortunate To Have Lived The Life Of An Athlete'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

As Archana navigates her new path, her time as a top athlete continues to shape her perspective and inspire others.

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Vinesh Phogat is a reminder that true champions are not just defined by their medals but by their character and their impact on society.

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Six Indian athletes found themselves agonisingly close to the podium, ultimately falling short.

The Greatest Olympians!

The Greatest Olympians!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Let's celebrate the Olympian legends!

Paris 2024: Can India Surpass Tokyo Record?

Paris 2024: Can India Surpass Tokyo Record?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Meet India's top athletes at Olympics 2024.

5 Life Lessons From India's T20 World Cup Victory

5 Life Lessons From India's T20 World Cup Victory

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

As the dust settles on the celebrations, let's delve into the inspiring lessons we can learn from India's historic T20 World Cup win.

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