News for '-cricket-world-cup'

Babar Azam bags third ICC Men's Player of the Month award

Babar Azam bags third ICC Men's Player of the Month award

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Babar who currently sits comfortably at the summit of the ODI rankings continued to impress with bat in the month of August.

'Not a day more' Shakib opens up on retirement, captaincy plans

'Not a day more' Shakib opens up on retirement, captaincy plans

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan wants to call time on his illustrious international career after the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Cinema owners elated with 'extraordinary' advance booking match screenings

Rollicking Rohit Erases Records

Rollicking Rohit Erases Records

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma goes past Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Chris Gayle among others to stamp his class in the ICC World Cup.

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

But with the Kiwis set to play a total of 14 Tests during the current cycle, Mitchell knows his side have plenty of work ahead before they think about a potential place in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in the middle of 2025.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The legendary Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Ravindra Jadeja for his ability to change angles and advised the batters to display more attacking intent if they have to get on top of the left-arm spinner.

Controversy Erupts Over India's Pitch Swap For Semis

Controversy Erupts Over India's Pitch Swap For Semis

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

India allegedly switches semi-final pitch without ICC approval.

Fans queue up for tickets to India-Pakistan clash

Fans queue up for tickets to India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Cricket enthusiasts across India are leaving no stone unturned in their quest to secure tickets for this epic clash in the world's largest cricket stadium.

Virat Kohli's Spectacular 2023

Virat Kohli's Spectacular 2023

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

2023 has been the year of redemption for Virat Kohli, the stalwart Indian batter.

Shanaka hails Siraj's 'outstanding display', blames Lankan batters

Shanaka hails Siraj's 'outstanding display', blames Lankan batters

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Sri Lankan skipper Dasun Shanaka attributed his side's humiliating loss in the Asia Cup final to lack of application from batters and credited wrecker-in-chief Mohammed Siraj for his "outstanding" spell which set up India's 10-wicket win.

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The all-rounder has played 64 T20Is, scoring 457 runs at an average of 24.05. His best score is 46*. He has also taken 51 wickets in the format, with the best figures of 3/15.

How South Africa raised the bar at the World Cup

How South Africa raised the bar at the World Cup

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

South Africa's sizzling top six set the standard at World Cup

Muralitharan's surprise World Cup predictions

Muralitharan's surprise World Cup predictions

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Muralitharan picked up four teams that can win the World Cup this year.

Shami's Magnificent Seven!

Shami's Magnificent Seven!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Mohammed Shami's dazzling seven wickets powered India into the World Cup 2023 final.

India face this massive challenge at Asia Cup

India face this massive challenge at Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Taking on Star Sports show "Follow The Blues", former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar provided insights on Rohit facing left-arm pace in the nets while preparing for the key battle against Shaheen Afridi on September 2, 2023.

Will Australia Play Tanveer Sangha In World Cup?

Will Australia Play Tanveer Sangha In World Cup?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

If picked in the final 15-man team, the 21 year old will be the first Indian origin cricketer to represent Australia in the World Cup.

3 Indians in first ever all-women match officials' panel for T20 WC

3 Indians in first ever all-women match officials' panel for T20 WC

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

In a significant first for world cricket, the International Cricket Council has named an all-female panel of match officials for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2023 in South Africa.

Meet top 5 heavy hitters ruling the World Cup 2023

Meet top 5 heavy hitters ruling the World Cup 2023

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Let's delve into the performances of the top 5 batters who have amassed the highest run totals in the ongoing 2023 tournament.

Ponting backs Cameron Bancroft to succeed David Warner

Ponting backs Cameron Bancroft to succeed David Warner

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

ICC Hall of Famer and former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting feels that batter Cameron Bancroft is leading the race to succeed David Warner and Usman Khawaja at the top of Australia's Test batting.

Fit-again Shreyas Iyer 'super grateful' to NCA physios

Fit-again Shreyas Iyer 'super grateful' to NCA physios

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

"Been a long journey but I'm super grateful to the people who stood by my side to help me to get where I am today. Thank you Nitin bhai, Rajini sir and everyone at the NCA, who've been tirelessly helping me. Much love and much appreciated," Shreyas said on Twitter.

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

'WI players need to make themselves available for international cricket'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'They will have to choose international cricket over one or two franchise leagues.'

14-team format for 2015 cricket World Cup

14-team format for 2015 cricket World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

Under fire for its decision to restrict the 2015 World Cup to 10 teams, the ICC on Tuesday decided to reinstate the associate nations by reverting to the 14-team format for the mega event.

Asia Cup: Litton replaces Shanto ahead of Super Fours

Asia Cup: Litton replaces Shanto ahead of Super Fours

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Bangladesh are facing several injury concerns within the team.

Ganguly wants an India-Pakistan WC semi-final

Ganguly wants an India-Pakistan WC semi-final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Ganguly, who turned 51 on Saturday, named five teams that could be in contention for a semi-final spot at the World Cup in India later this year.

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan in Ahmedabad on Oct 15

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan in Ahmedabad on Oct 15

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Hosts India begin their campaign against five-time World Cup winners Australia in Chennai on October 8.

Head's blazing 91 helps Australia sweep T20 series

Head's blazing 91 helps Australia sweep T20 series

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Travis Head smashed a career-best 91 from 48 balls to lead Australia to a five-wicket win

Images: High-voltage ceremony launches cricket World Cup

Images: High-voltage ceremony launches cricket World Cup

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

Images from the opening ceremony of the cricket World Cup, in Dhaka on Thursday.

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Batter George Munsey believes Scotland's recent exploits mean they will be seen as a force to be reckoned with at the ICC Men's World Cup Qualifier.

Asia Cup: India Needs To Be Wary Of Sri Lanka

Asia Cup: India Needs To Be Wary Of Sri Lanka

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Sri Lanka has risen as a noteworthy contender in the Asia Cup, while Bangladesh's growth and potential have garnered attention.

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

To emulate the West Indies of 1975 and Australia of 2003 and 2007, India must channel the same indomitable spirit in the final.

Want to buy World Cup 2023 tickets? Here's how...

Want to buy World Cup 2023 tickets? Here's how...

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

The long wait for cricket fans is finally over as the tickets for World Cup 2023 will go on general sale on Friday.

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Trent Boult said that he is hungry as ever to represent the country and play a big role in Kiwis lifting their maiden ICC Cricket World Cup in 2023

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Rajput said that India will miss pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home, if he is ruled out of the event through injury.

What do you do, man? Dhawan on trying to learn from SKY

"What do you do, man?" Dhawan on trying to learn from SKY

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Shikhar Dhawan opened up on one instance where he tried learning one of Suryakumar Yadav's shots in the T20 World Cup 2022.

There is no guarantee that I will get picked up for IPL: Rachin

There is no guarantee that I will get picked up for IPL: Rachin

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'I am still the same. I am Rachin. I enjoy the time with my teammates and family. Hopefully, nothing really changes that. I get a little bit more attention from people. They ask for photos and signatures. I have more presence online, or whatever it is. I think it is bound to happen when you have a few good games.'

Perennial 'chokers' South Africa looking to surprise at World Cup

Perennial 'chokers' South Africa looking to surprise at World Cup

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

South Africa's shock exit at last year's Twenty20 World Cup following a loss to the Netherlands with much the same group of players still weighs heavy on captain Temba Bavuma.

Rahane's message to Jaiswal ahead of opening Test

Rahane's message to Jaiswal ahead of opening Test

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

'It's all about, I think, going out in the middle and playing your game, playing with freedom. That is very important. I'm really happy for him.

England's nightmare! Klaasen's ton decimates World Cup hopes

England's nightmare! Klaasen's ton decimates World Cup hopes

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Klaasen smashes ton as South Africa thump England at World Cup

Holder, Joseph to return home early from WC Qualifier

Holder, Joseph to return home early from WC Qualifier

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Lead men's team selector Desmond Haynes said Holder and Joseph are key players for the West Indies and the decision was taken in the best interest of the side.