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Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A look at some of the major controversies in past World Cups.

Boucher bowled over by Chakravarthy's magic spell

Boucher bowled over by Chakravarthy's magic spell

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Varun Chakaravarthy picked up three wickets and gave 25 runs in his four-over and helped the Men in Blue to defend the given target.

Boucher mute on Rohit's captaincy axe, MI fans irked

Boucher mute on Rohit's captaincy axe, MI fans irked

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Boucher's silence was received with a lot of negativity by the fans, who see Rohit's ouster as captain as unfair.

Boucher on the Wankhede boos: 'Felt sorry for Hardik'

Boucher on the Wankhede boos: 'Felt sorry for Hardik'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher really felt bad watching skipper Hardik Pandya face hostile reactions and boos from fans throughout the disastrous IPL campaign and admitted that it did affect the star all-rounder, something the management would need to address in coming days.

How former SA wicketkeeper made impact on Kohli's career

How former SA wicketkeeper made impact on Kohli's career

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'He had a massive impact on me in those early years. I was very realistic about my abilities'

When Shalini Passi, Radhika Ambani Wore Art!

When Shalini Passi, Radhika Ambani Wore Art!

Rediff.com21 May 2025

When art steps off the canvas and onto the red carpet, the result is pure visual poetry.

'KL Rahul deserves a spot in India's T20 team'

'KL Rahul deserves a spot in India's T20 team'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

K L Rahul has been the standout wicketkeeper-batter in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) thus far and is a contender for a spot in the national T20 team, reckons former South Africa and Mumbai Indians' head coach Mark Boucher.

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

From Chokers to Champions: SA finally win World title!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

A look back at some of the most painful moments when South Africa came heartbreakingly close -- but always fell short -- before finally breaking the curse at Lord's.

Rohit in that zone again? 'A big score is coming soon'

Rohit in that zone again? 'A big score is coming soon'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher believes out-of-form Mumbai Indians veteran batter Rohit Sharma is showing signs of returning to rhythm in the IPL and a big knock is just around the corner.

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

'Hardik is a battle-hardened cricketer'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The former South Africa wicket-keeping star was at the helm in MI when Pandya took over from Rohit and had first-hand access to the all-rounder as he dealt with the public backlash.

IPL: Boucher new Mumbai Indians coach; Punjab appoint Bayliss

IPL: Boucher new Mumbai Indians coach; Punjab appoint Bayliss

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Mark Boucher's appointment comes after Mahela Jayawardene stepped down as head coach to take on a bigger role at the franchise due to its increasing international presence.

MI coach Boucher backs Arjun Tendulkar after thrashing

MI coach Boucher backs Arjun Tendulkar after thrashing

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher lamented that his side allowed Punjab Kings to get away with the game in the final five overs of the first innings, in which they added 96 runs to swell their total to a match-winning 214 for 8 at the Wankhede stadium, in Mumbai, on Saturday.

New coach Boucher looking to build on Mumbai Indians' legacy

New coach Boucher looking to build on Mumbai Indians' legacy

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Boucher, whose last assignment with the South African team was the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia where the Proteas exited at the Super 12 stage, said the new role had come with a lot of responsibility.

South Africa coach Boucher cleared of racism charges

South Africa coach Boucher cleared of racism charges

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Cricket South Africa (CSA) have withdrawn disciplinary charges against national team head coach Mark Boucher after two key witnesses declined to testify in upcoming hearings.

Boucher apologises for racist behaviour in playing days

Boucher apologises for racist behaviour in playing days

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

In his response to the allegations, Boucher said he and his teammates should have been more sensitive.

Which Indian player impressed Coach Boucher the most?

Which Indian player impressed Coach Boucher the most?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Coach Boucher ruing the absence of Aiden Markram during the series but was impressed by one Indian player

Will rest Rohit during IPL if he asks for it: MI coach Boucher

Will rest Rohit during IPL if he asks for it: MI coach Boucher

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Mumbai Indians' head coach Mark Boucher said he will have no problem in resting Rohit Sharma during the league stage of IPL 2023 provided the captain is able to find form.

Smith, Boucher face probe over racism allegations

Smith, Boucher face probe over racism allegations

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Cricket South Africa said on Monday that it would formally investigate director of cricket Graeme Smith and national team head coach Mark Boucher following allegations of racist conduct in an ombudsman's report.

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Allegations of racism were levelled against Boucher by his former Proteas teammate, Paul Adams.

Boucher on de Kock's 'shock' retirement from Tests

Boucher on de Kock's 'shock' retirement from Tests

Rediff.com2 Jan 2022

For South Africa head coach Mark Boucher, wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock's sudden Test retirement is a shock.

T20 WC: Boucher frustrated with SA's heartbreaking exit

T20 WC: Boucher frustrated with SA's heartbreaking exit

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

"It is quite frustrating because as a player you can at least still have a say in the game. As a coach, you're sort of left to leave it up to other individuals to go out there and try and perform. Yeah, certainly as a coach, yeah, it's up there,"

SA coach Boucher to step down after T20 World Cup

SA coach Boucher to step down after T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

The announcement came hours after South Africa lost their three-match Test series in England.

Boucher named SA head coach

Boucher named SA head coach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Following the disastrous tour to India, South Africa will look to make amends in the home series against England and hope Boucher will help them in change of fortunes.

It's time for the youngsters to show up now: MI coach Boucher

It's time for the youngsters to show up now: MI coach Boucher

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians head coach March Boucher sounded confident that the youngsters that the team invested in will perform this season.

Why Boucher is optimistic of SA's chances at T20 WC

Why Boucher is optimistic of SA's chances at T20 WC

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Skipper Temba Bavuma has been woefully out of form since his return from injury and also missed the last two ODI due to illness.

'This is obviously why the Impact Player rule is there'

'This is obviously why the Impact Player rule is there'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

When Vipraj was dismissed for a brilliant 39 in 15 balls (five fours and two sixes), the equation went down to 42 in 24 balls, which Ashutosh chased down.

Captaincy has been tough on De Kock: Boucher

Captaincy has been tough on De Kock: Boucher

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

'We know that he's a quality player and there's a good innings around the corner for him. He has been given the extra burden of being captain and that can be tough and something he's not used to.'

Mark Boucher set to be interim coach of South Africa

Mark Boucher set to be interim coach of South Africa

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

South Africa is going through one of its toughest phases both on and off the field. Mark Boucher is set to be the interim coach of the South Africa

Spinners will play massive role in T20 World Cup: Boucher

Spinners will play massive role in T20 World Cup: Boucher

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

The remainder of Indian Premier League being held in the United Arab Emirates will hugely affect the pitches, which might get worn out and help the spinners 'massively' during ICC T20 World Cup, feels South Africa head coach Mark Boucher.

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.

South Africa's Boucher warns England: 'Beware a wounded buffalo'

South Africa's Boucher warns England: 'Beware a wounded buffalo'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2019

Mark Boucher is confident he can turn around the fortunes of the country's ailing test team and has warned England

How new coach Boucher brought South Africa back on track

How new coach Boucher brought South Africa back on track

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

South Africa coach Mark Boucher said winning his first Test match in charge was as good as the many victories he enjoyed as a player after his maiden triumph against England on Sunday. The 107-run victory in the first Test at Centurion Park came a fortnight after Boucher, 43, was appointed to the post after a shake-up of Cricket South Africa's structures at the start of the month.

Boucher reclaims wicketkeeping record

Boucher reclaims wicketkeeping record

Rediff.com24 Feb 2008

The South Africa captured his 417th victim, eclipsing the previous record of 416 briefly held by Australian Adam Gilchrist.

MI's master plan: Jayawardene returns as Head Coach

MI's master plan: Jayawardene returns as Head Coach

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have roped in former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach as part of a major overhaul ahead of mega auction.

What's next for Rohit, 'master of his own destiny'?

What's next for Rohit, 'master of his own destiny'?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Rohit Sharma is the "master of his own destiny" and Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher isn't exactly aware about the franchise's most successful former skipper's plans ahead of the mega auctions for the next edition of the IPL.

Boucher backs top six batsmen for second SL Test

Boucher backs top six batsmen for second SL Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

'For now, it will be very difficult for me to swap a batting order that has been through a couple of tough times of late and played well. I'll take the 600 and keep working on that.'

KKR rope in Boucher as wicket-keeping consultant

KKR rope in Boucher as wicket-keeping consultant

Rediff.com5 May 2016

He will join his former Proteas team mate and close friend Jacques Kallis who is the head coach of the two-time Indian Premier League champions.

Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad

Tsolekile replaces Boucher in South Africa squad

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Stumper Thami Tsolekile will replace the retired Mark Boucher in South Africa's test squad on the tour of England, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Wednesday.

Doctors 'positive' after Boucher's eye surgery

Doctors 'positive' after Boucher's eye surgery

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The medical team treating Proteas wicket-keeper Mark Boucher is positive about his condition after he underwent eye surgery at a Cape Town Clinic on Thursday.

Radio presenter apologises over Boucher remark

Radio presenter apologises over Boucher remark

Rediff.com14 Jul 2012

A top radio presenter apologised live on air after an unsavoury remark about injured Proteas wicketkeeper Mark Boucher.