News for '-2011-world-cup'

Pakistan prefers only these two Indian cities for their World Cup games!

Pakistan prefers only these two Indian cities for their World Cup games!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

With the ODI World Cup said to be held in India, ICC sources revealed that Pakistan prefers to play in only the two Indian cities they've felt safe in before.

What Yuvi Did Tell Kohli?

What Yuvi Did Tell Kohli?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

BCCI uploaded a video where Virat Kohli can be seen carefully listening to what Yuvraj Singh is saying.

SL's 2011 WC probe: Sangakkara, Jayawardene called up for investigation

SL's 2011 WC probe: Sangakkara, Jayawardene called up for investigation

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Former Sri Lanka players Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene have been summoned to appear before a special investigation unit in Sri Lanka.

Know About These Sachin Records?

Know About These Sachin Records?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Sachin scored 34,357 runs across all formats. No batsman to date has breached the 30K mark, let alone come near to breaking Sachin's record.

World Cup 2023: History

World Cup 2023: History

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A look back at how the last 12 World Cups played out.

India's Probable Squad For World Cup

India's Probable Squad For World Cup

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

A look at the players who could make it to India's provisional squad for the World Cup.

SL's 2011 WC final fixing probe: Sangakkara grilled for over 10 hours

SL's 2011 WC final fixing probe: Sangakkara grilled for over 10 hours

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

An investigation was started into the 2011 World Cup final by the Sri Lankan Ministry of Sports, following former Minister of Sports Mahindananda Aluthgamage's allegations that the April 2, 2011 final was fixed even though no substantial proof has been furnished to corroborate the charge.

'Is one day cricket dying?' asks Yuvraj

'Is one day cricket dying?' asks Yuvraj

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

Poor turnout for the third and final ODI in Thiruvananthapuram, on Sunday raised serious questions about the relevance of the 50-over format

Watch Out For These Guys!

Watch Out For These Guys!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

The stars who could light up World Cup 2023.

'It was nice catching up skipper!'

'It was nice catching up skipper!'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Gautam Gambhir and Mahendra Singh Dhoni catch up after the CSK-LSG game.

Jayawardene ridicules claims that 2011 WC final was fixed

Jayawardene ridicules claims that 2011 WC final was fixed

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Sri Lanka's former Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage alleged that his country "sold" the 2011 World Cup final to India -- a claim ridiculed by former captain Mahela Jayawardene, who demanded evidence for it.

QUIZ: Whom did Dhoni hit for a six to win the 2011 World Cup for India?

QUIZ: Whom did Dhoni hit for a six to win the 2011 World Cup for India?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Let's see how much you remember of the previous World Cups.

Proud to see how Team India has grown: Gary Kirsten

Proud to see how Team India has grown: Gary Kirsten

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

'Thank you @incredibleindia for all the wonderful memories'

How Kohli fared in his 1st World Cup...

How Kohli fared in his 1st World Cup...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Kohli (36) stitched a brilliant 83 run partnership with Gautam Gambhir (97) that turned India's fortunes around in the 2011 final.

Can Dravid, Rohit Assemble A World Cup Winning Team?

Can Dravid, Rohit Assemble A World Cup Winning Team?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

The current Indian team up is yet to identify its core set for players with the World Cup just weeks away.

ICC to celebrate 10th anniversary of India's 2011 WC win

ICC to celebrate 10th anniversary of India's 2011 WC win

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will launch a series named #CWC11Rewind on Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of India's 2011 World Cup triumph at home.

Painful, unbearable: Tendulkar takes a walk down memory lane

Painful, unbearable: Tendulkar takes a walk down memory lane

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Sachin Tendulkar has revealed he had to manage the recurrence of a painful, decade-old toe injury during India's tour of Australia.

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Yuvraj shared a montage of 2011 World Cup memories and his thoughts on the title-winning journey in a Twitter video.

SEE: Kohli makes his intent clear in practice session

SEE: Kohli makes his intent clear in practice session

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Having roared back to form with a much awaited hundred in Asia Cup, the spring in Kohli's stride was palpable.

'Win the World Cup for Virat Kohli!'

'Win the World Cup for Virat Kohli!'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India is looking to win the upcoming tournament for Virat Kohli like the batch of 2011 won it for Sachin Tendulkar, feels Virender Sehwag.

After the Titans and Giants Clash

After the Titans and Giants Clash

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the players and coaches mingling after the Gujarat Titans-Lucknow Super Giants game at the Wankhede stadium on March 28, 2022.

Harbhajan Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Harbhajan Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

Harbhajan retired after scalping 417 wickets in 103 Tests at an average of 32.46. The 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 World Cup winner is also the first Indian to take a Test hat-trick.

Former India coach Kirsten pays tribute to Dhoni

Former India coach Kirsten pays tribute to Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The 52-year-old Kirsten, who was head coach of the Indian team between 2008 to 2011, thanked Dhoni for all the good memories that he made during his tenure.

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A look at how India have fared in their World Cup opening games.

March 20, 2011: When Yuvraj overcame illness to play match-winning knock

March 20, 2011: When Yuvraj overcame illness to play match-winning knock

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

Yuvraj's innings is still remembered by every cricket fan as it is difficult to forget the problems faced by the left-handed star while batting.

Tough to pin-point: Zaheer 'puzzled' over injury plagued Indian bowlers

Tough to pin-point: Zaheer 'puzzled' over injury plagued Indian bowlers

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Zaheer Khan said he was "puzzled" over the fact that a string of fast bowlers are spending time away from the field nursing repetitive injuries.

No role for anchor in T20s; need to change mindset: Rohit

No role for anchor in T20s; need to change mindset: Rohit

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Rohit Sharma believes T20 cricket has changed and there is no role for anchors left in the format.

June 23, 2007: Rohit Sharma makes his debut and scores...

June 23, 2007: Rohit Sharma makes his debut and scores...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Since making his debut in 2007, Rohit Sharma's career has sky-rocketed

India should move on from 2007, 2011 WC wins: Gambhir

India should move on from 2007, 2011 WC wins: Gambhir

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Former India batsman Robin Uthappa highlighted the significance of an India-Pakistan clash during a World Cup.

This Dhoni record will 'stay forever'

This Dhoni record will 'stay forever'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

'One record which is going to stay forever is M S Dhoni's three ICC trophies. I don't think any other captain would ever be able to achieve that!

Why Punjab want Yuvraj to come out of retirement

Why Punjab want Yuvraj to come out of retirement

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Punjab Cricket Association has requested former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh to come out of retirement and become a player-cum-mentor of the Punjab team in domestic cricket.

No reason to doubt integrity of 2011 WC final, says ICC

No reason to doubt integrity of 2011 WC final, says ICC

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

The International Cricket Council on Friday said there is no reason to doubt the integrity of the 2011 World Cup final in which India defeated Sri Lanka, asserting that it has not been provided any evidence that would merit an investigation into the game. The world body's statement came after Sri Lanka Police's special investigation division on Friday called off a probe into allegations by former sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage that the final was fixed by "certain parties" in Sri Lanka. The police said it found no evidence supporting Aluthgamage's unsubstantiated claims.

Yuvraj should have got a farewell from the ground: Kapil

Yuvraj should have got a farewell from the ground: Kapil

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev said a player of Yuvraj Singh's stature should have got a farewell from the ground.

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice as former champions Japan put on a counter-attacking clinic to beat Spain 4-0 and lock up top spot in Group C at the Women's World Cup on Monday.

Gambhir wants clarity on Pant and seniors

Gambhir wants clarity on Pant and seniors

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

"According to me, he (must have been) dropped from white-ball cricket. There has never been enough clarity. This word called 'rest' is great to have; it wasn't there when we were playing. Either we were dropped or selected."

You are way too young and energetic to retire: PM Modi to Raina

You are way too young and energetic to retire: PM Modi to Raina

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi distinctly remembers Suresh Raina's elegant cover drives during the epic 2011 World Cup quarter-final against Australia in Ahmedabad, something that, he feels, the all-rounder's fans will miss after he followed Mahendra Singh Dhoni into international retirement.

Dravid ropes in Upton as India's mental conditioning coach

Dravid ropes in Upton as India's mental conditioning coach

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Paddy will be joining the ODI team from Wednesday's third game against the West Indies

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Yuvraj Singh played pivotal roles in India winning the 2011 World Cup and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007.

Sachin extends condolences to bereaved Piyush Chawla

Sachin extends condolences to bereaved Piyush Chawla

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Piyush mourned the demise of his father and said life won't be the same without him as he lost a "pillar of strength".

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

A six wicket win with 10 balls to spare: Indian cricket's finest moment in the 21st century.