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Siraj nominated for ICC Player of the Month award

Siraj nominated for ICC Player of the Month award

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Mohammed Siraj's burst on the final day of the Test series against England helped India win in dramatic fashion to level the five-match series at 2-2.

ICC rejects PCB's demand for Pycroft removal from Asia Cup

ICC rejects PCB's demand for Pycroft removal from Asia Cup

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Despite the threat of a pull-out over the fiasco involving match-referee Andy Pycroft, it is understood that PCB is trying to work out a respectable solution by which Pycroft doesn't officiate in their matches.

Jay Shah Slammed Over WTC Final Video

Jay Shah Slammed Over WTC Final Video

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'Did you see the ICC video?? Meant to be celebrating the WTC final -- but instead has 11 shots of Jay Shah in it.'

Amid distractions, Pakistan face UAE in must-win game

Amid distractions, Pakistan face UAE in must-win game

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Pakistan are currently in the second spot with two points, ahead of UAE (2 points) on net run rate.

Roger Binny to continue as BCCI president till September

Roger Binny to continue as BCCI president till September

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Roger Binny, if BCCI state unit members agree, can continue till 75 which is now the cut-off age for office bearers of National Sports Federations

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray targeted the BCCI over India Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The much-debated idea of a two-tier Test system, expansion of the T20 World Cup and ratification of new members are some of the topics that will be discussed in depth during the four-day AGM of the International Cricket Council.

Test Cricket Set For Major Revamp!

Test Cricket Set For Major Revamp!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

India, Australia and England are likely to be joined by South Africa, New Zealand and Sri Lanka in the top division, while Pakistan, the West Indies, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Ireland will be placed in the second division.

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Shah, who is currently in India, was seen performing the Puja alongside his family.

'No One Is Asking For India-Pakistan Tickets!'

'No One Is Asking For India-Pakistan Tickets!'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

There are many Indian fans in Dubai, who, as a mark of protest, have decided to give this match a miss.

Women's World Cup prize money hits historic high

Women's World Cup prize money hits historic high

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The 13th edition of the global showpiece event, beginning on September 30, is being jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

'Face of Operation Sindoor now used as entertainment'

'Face of Operation Sindoor now used as entertainment'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday alluded to private companies promoting patriotism on one side while profiting off the India-Pakistan cricket matches, as the Army's Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Air Force's Wing Commander Vyomika Singh are set to appear on an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC).

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Gavaskar gets a grand honour from MCA

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Sunil Gavaskar and former BCCI President Sharad Pawar will be honoured with life-size statues at the entrance of the new Mumbai Cricket Association's museum

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Lloyd Urges ICC To Rethink WTC Shake-Up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'We need to get a better share of the pie because we were the cash cows for a long time.'

Powerplay rules for shortened T20s revised

Powerplay rules for shortened T20s revised

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced new powerplay rules for shortened T20 matches and precisely defined the number of overs allowed upfront with restricted field in its new Playing Conditions for the shortest format.

'Over-rate rules unfair to pace-heavy attacks'

'Over-rate rules unfair to pace-heavy attacks'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The over rate regulations must be modified according to the playing conditions in different continents, England Test captain Ben Stokes said on Tuesday, arguing that current rules unfairly penalise pace-heavy attacks.

Lord's Test: Siraj fined for fiery send-off

Lord's Test: Siraj fined for fiery send-off

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Mohammed Siraj was penalised 15 per cent of his match fee and docked one demerit point following an aggressive reaction to the wicket of England opener Ben Duckett.

England penalised, India spared - but why?

England penalised, India spared - but why?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Former England captain Michael Vaughan slammed the International Cricket Council (ICC) for penalising only England for slow over rates during the third Test against India at the Home of Cricket, Lord's.

India retain top spot in ODI rankings; Windies slip

India retain top spot in ODI rankings; Windies slip

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

ICC ODI Rankings: India retained top spot while West Indies slipped to 10th spot.

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Pakistan is likely to be sidelined from the World Clubs T20 Championship expected to be launched next year.

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals.'

BCCI, ECB unite to fend off Saudi T20 league threat

BCCI, ECB unite to fend off Saudi T20 league threat

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The ambitious Saudi T20 league, which is believed to be a $400-million project, won't be backed by the BCCI or the England and Wales Cricket Board as they try to protect their respective flagship tournaments from getting diluted, British newspaper The Guardian has reported.

Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Media baron Sanjog Gupta is ICC's new CEO

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'I look forward to contributing to the next phase of cricket's evolution, expanding its global footprint, enhancing the fan experience, and working closely with ICC Member Boards to build on our strong foundations.'

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

ICC set to relaunch defunct T20 tournament

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'And there are very clear indicators of what fans want. There is enough data to suggest what direction the game is going in.'

Rishi Sunak Goes Fanboy After RCB Win

Rishi Sunak Goes Fanboy After RCB Win

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

'This is incredible. Absolutely electric. It's my first time here -- the crowd is incredible. I've never experienced cricket like this.'

India deserve big share in ICC revenue, says Shastri

India deserve big share in ICC revenue, says Shastri

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Ravi Shastri claimed India's dominant contribution to global cricket revenue makes the share fair.

Women's World Cup: Pakistan not playing in India

Women's World Cup: Pakistan not playing in India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Pakistan will play all their women's 50-over World Cup matches in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo when India hosts this year's tournament, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday.

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

'Cricket joins the Olympics'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

'Cricket has always united us, and now, it's part of the Olympic movement! On this #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sport to inspire, connect, and uplift'

ICC set to approve 4-day Tests for 2027-29 WTC cycle

ICC set to approve 4-day Tests for 2027-29 WTC cycle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The ICC is ready to sanction four-day Tests for smaller nations in the 2027-29 World Test Championship cycle but India, Australia and England can still play the traditional five-day matches.

India-Pakistan clash unlikely? Asia Cup fate unclear

India-Pakistan clash unlikely? Asia Cup fate unclear

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

This year's Asia Cup hangs in the balance following the recent clashes between tournament hosts India and arch-rivals Pakistan.

World Test Championship format needs revamping

World Test Championship format needs revamping

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

There was much criticism of how South Africa managed to reach the final without playing either Australia and England in the two-year qualifying period.

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Lord's to host Women's T20 World Cup final in 2026

Match officials announced for Champions Trophy finale

Match officials announced for Champions Trophy finale

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Kumar Dharmasena will do fourth umpire's duty.

'Dhoni has got hands faster than a pickpocket'

'Dhoni has got hands faster than a pickpocket'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'His glove work defied convention. Dhoni's technique behind the stumps was unorthodox, yet extraordinarily effective.'

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

Rediff.com9 May 2025

UAE set to decline PCB request to host PSL games

I let everyone down: Rabada reveals truth behind sudden IPL exit

I let everyone down: Rabada reveals truth behind sudden IPL exit

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Rabada played in the Titans' first two matches in this season's IPL, taking two wickets before flying back to Johannesburg.

ICC creates fund for Afghanistan's displaced women cricketers

ICC creates fund for Afghanistan's displaced women cricketers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Afghanistan had 25 contracted women cricketers in 2020, most of whom have resettled in Australia with humanitarian visas due to restrictions at home under the hardline Taliban government.

'ICC Stands For Indian Cricket Board'

'ICC Stands For Indian Cricket Board'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'If tomorrow India says there should be no no-balls or wide balls, the ICC will find a way to make it happen.'

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan continued his red-hot form in the Indian Premier League to lead the Orange Cap race for IPL's top scorer and stake his claim for a Test debut in India's tour of England later this year.

Shukla, Shelar to represent India in ACC

Shukla, Shelar to represent India in ACC

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

In the next ACC cycle, Pakistan's Mohsin Naqvi is slated to head the continental institution.