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T20 World Cup 2026: Debutants Who Could Write History

T20 World Cup 2026: Debutants Who Could Write History

Rediff.com   7 days ago

New faces with big dreams. These players are set to step onto the T20 World Cup stage for the first time.

WPL 2026: Double Delight! Smriti Mandhana's RCB Script History!

WPL 2026: Double Delight! Smriti Mandhana's RCB Script History!

Rediff.com   6 Feb 2026

This is RCB's second WPL title -- their first came in 2024 -- drawing level with Mumbai Indians for the most titles won by a team.

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2026

Former England captain Nasser Hussain slammed the International Cricket Council for its decision to exclude Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup for their refusal to play in India.

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2026

Cricket has never been the same since India's thrilling, last-over win over Pakistan in the final at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on September 24, 2007.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Waits Medical Clearance

T20 World Cup: Sundar Waits Medical Clearance

Rediff.com   4 Feb 2026

Washington Sundar is recovering from a rib injury and undergoing workload assessment at the Centre of Excellence as selectors await a final call on his availability for the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Dhoni backs India as T20 World Cup favourites

Dhoni backs India as T20 World Cup favourites

Rediff.com   4 Feb 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni believes defending champions India are the most dangerous team at the T20 World Cup, praising their depth and experience while warning that dew could play a decisive role.

U-19 World Cup: Thomas Rew stars as England beat Australia to reach final

U-19 World Cup: Thomas Rew stars as England beat Australia to reach final

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2026

Captain Thomas Rew led the way with a splendid century to guide England to 277/7 against Australia in the first semi-final of the Under-19 World Cup.

Marsh's 'no comment' on Pak boycotting India T20 WC match

Marsh's 'no comment' on Pak boycotting India T20 WC match

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2026

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh refused to comment on Pakistan's boycott of its T20 World Cup match against India, insisting the defending champions are focused solely on winning the tournament despite a series whitewash.

'Beating Pakistan Doesn't Feel Special Anymore'

'Beating Pakistan Doesn't Feel Special Anymore'

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2026

'India-Pakistan match, if it does not happen, no big deal. Honestly, for a long time now, the actual game has never lived up to the hype and the drama we built up before the match.'

ICC may take legal action against Pakistan: Harbhajan Singh

ICC may take legal action against Pakistan: Harbhajan Singh

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2026

Harbhajan Singh says ICC is justified in acting against Pakistan over its refusal to play India, warning of legal action and strict sanctions.

Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma makes a comeback after a groin injury which forced him to miss the five-match T20I series against New Zealand.

India Game: Pakistan May Do A U-Turn

India Game: Pakistan May Do A U-Turn

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar mocks Pakistan's boycott of the India match, predicts a U-turn and warns of ICC action.

I'll celebrate Kohli's wicket by touching his feet'

I'll celebrate Kohli's wicket by touching his feet'

Rediff.com   31 Jan 2026

"I'll touch his feet": Punjab Kings' new signing Vishal Nishad reveals his humble celebration plan for Virat Kohli's wicket

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

Rediff.com   31 Jan 2026

USA name a largely unchanged squad for the T20 World Cup despite board suspension, retaining the core that beat Pakistan and reached the Super Eight last edition.

'Make way for Chetta': Surya lights up Samson's return

'Make way for Chetta': Surya lights up Samson's return

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2026

Suryakumar Yadav lightens India's arrival in Thiruvananthapuram with playful banter as Sanju Samson returns home ahead of the final T20I against New Zealand.

Fans panic after Virat Kohli's Instagram account blackout

Fans panic after Virat Kohli's Instagram account blackout

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli's Instagram account was briefly deactivated on Friday, sparking panic among fans before being restored hours later with no official explanation.

Google bowls a Googly as AI steps into cricket analysis

Google bowls a Googly as AI steps into cricket analysis

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2026

Google teams up with the ICC to bring AI-powered cricket analysis to fans, as Sundar Pichai pitches Gemini as the newest brain behind the game.

PIX: MS Dhoni and Jharkhand CM Soren's chance meeting

PIX: MS Dhoni and Jharkhand CM Soren's chance meeting

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2026

Former India captain MS Dhoni met Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren in Ranchi as the CSK legend resumes batting practice ahead of IPL 2026.

Samson will blame himself as World Cup race tightens: Yuzi

Samson will blame himself as World Cup race tightens: Yuzi

Rediff.com   29 Jan 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal says Sanju Samson can have no excuses after repeated T20I failures, with Ishan Kishan's form putting pressure on the opener ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Tuk-tuk ride sparks debate over Pakistan's cricket safety

Tuk-tuk ride sparks debate over Pakistan's cricket safety

Rediff.com   29 Jan 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Agha and Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh were spotted on a tuk-tuk ride near Gaddafi Stadium ahead of the T20I series opener in Lahore, triggering mixed reactions on social media.