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Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Young White Ferns all-rounder ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Women's World Cup: Devonshire ruled out; New Zealand calls up Hannah Rowe

New Zealand pacer Tahuhu ends ODI career with 125 wickets

New Zealand pacer Tahuhu ends ODI career with 125 wickets

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran New Zealand fast bowler Lea Tahuhu has announced her retirement from Women's ODI cricket after a 15-year career, finishing with a record 125 wickets for the national team.

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Smriti Mandhana retains her top position in the latest women's ODI batting rankings, while New Zealand players make significant gains after strong performances against Zimbabwe.

10 dead as winter storm batters US, power cut for millions

10 dead as winter storm batters US, power cut for millions

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

The storm has prompted widespread travel disruption, including mass flight cancellations and warnings to motorists to stay off icy roads, while at least 20 states and Washington, DC, declared states of emergency.

WPL 2026: Can RCB and DC stop Mumbai Indians?

WPL 2026: Can RCB and DC stop Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Having retained the majority of their squad, MI will be the team to beat given their formidable batting, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals will be out to spoil their party.

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur's side would become the fourth team to book the semifinal berth if they get the better of the White Ferns here on the familiar mat of the DY Patil Stadium.

McMillan named WC-bound NZ Women assistant coach

McMillan named WC-bound NZ Women assistant coach

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

McMillan appointed White Ferns' batting, fielding coach ahead of World Cup

Women's WC: Rain washes out Sri Lanka-New Zealand match

Women's WC: Rain washes out Sri Lanka-New Zealand match

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Sri Lanka and New Zealand shared points as their Women's World Cup match was abandoned due to persistent rain, in Colombo, on Tuesday.

WC: England down NZ, deny Devine fairytale farewell

WC: England down NZ, deny Devine fairytale farewell

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

After her early dismissal, Georgia Plimmer brought some spark to the White Ferns' innings, taking on the English attack with a flurry of boundaries.

Gardner credits Australia's depth for match-winning World Cup ton

Gardner credits Australia's depth for match-winning World Cup ton

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Ashleigh Gardner hailed Australia's strength in depth as key to giving her the freedom to score her match-winning century against New Zealand in the women's World Cup match in Indore on Wednesday.

Can Pakistan dent New Zealand's World Cup hopes?

Can Pakistan dent New Zealand's World Cup hopes?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

New Zealand, champions in 2000, are just outside the top four with three points from as many games.

Semis slot sealed, England will look to fix batting vs Kiwis

Semis slot sealed, England will look to fix batting vs Kiwis

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Having already secured a place in the semi-finals, England will be hoping to acquire some quality workout time for their batters in their last league match against a beleaguered and rain-tormented New Zealand in the women's World match Cup, in Visakhapatnam, on Sunday.

Women's World Cup: Rain carries South Africa into semis!

Women's World Cup: Rain carries South Africa into semis!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

New Zealand vs Pakistan women's WC game abandoned due to rain, SA qualify for semis

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India bounced back from three successive defeats after starting the Women's World Cup as one of the favourites.

Andhra Ranji coach takes up new role at New Zealand cricket

Andhra Ranji coach takes up new role at New Zealand cricket

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

This appointment comes less than four months after Stead stepped down as head coach of the New Zealand men's team in June, following a highly successful tenure from 2018 to 2025.

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India will have a final opportunity to check their game in pressure situation when they face Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday in what would be a dress rehearsal ahead of the marquee Women's World Cup semifinals against Australia next Wednesday.

Bangladesh tie gives India chance to fine-tune for semis

Bangladesh tie gives India chance to fine-tune for semis

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India will have a final opportunity to iron out any flaws, especially when responding to pressure situations, when they take on Bangladesh in their concluding fixture ahead of Women's World Cup semi-finals, in Navi Mumbai, on Sunday.

'Anything can happen in Women's World Cup'

'Anything can happen in Women's World Cup'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Buoyed by her team's first win in the ongoing Women's World Cup in Guwahati on Friday, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine expressed hopes of a turnaround for the White Ferns in the tournament and cited South Africa's stunning victory over India.

'India can be at forefront of where women's cricket can go'

'India can be at forefront of where women's cricket can go'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

With the WPL finding its pride of place in the calendar, India can be at the forefront of where women's cricket can potentially reach, legendary New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine said.

Women's World Cup: India overpower NZ to enter semis

Women's World Cup: India overpower NZ to enter semis

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India overpowered New Zealand by 53 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis method to seal their place in the semi-finals of the Women's ODI World Cup.

Women's World Cup: New Zealand crush Bangladesh

Women's World Cup: New Zealand crush Bangladesh

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Brooke Halliday and skipper Sophie Devine scored fighting fifties before the bowlers fired in unison to guide New Zealand to a comfortable 100-run win over Bangladesh in a Women's World Cup match, in Guwahati, on Friday.

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Women's WC: How India, SA made it to summit clash

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will be playing an ODI World Cup final for the third time, having finished runners-up in 2005 and 2017 to Australia and England, respectively. This will be South Africa's maiden appearance in the final.

Women's WC: Brits, Mlaba fashion SA's big win over NZ

Women's WC: Brits, Mlaba fashion SA's big win over NZ

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Brits ton, Mlaba's four-for power South Africa to commanding win over New Zealand

Defending champs Aus outclass NZ in World Cup opener

Defending champs Aus outclass NZ in World Cup opener

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Seasoned all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner's commanding century and disciplined effort from the bowlers helped defending champions Australia thrash trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand by 89 runs in their ICC Women's World Cup opening match in Indore on Wednesday.

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian women's cricket team will look to end a 47-year wait for its maiden ICC title when it takes the field at the ODI World Cup starting with a clash against Sri Lanka.

Kolkata gangrape: Accused, aides boozed, dined after crime, say police

Kolkata gangrape: Accused, aides boozed, dined after crime, say police

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Police investigation reveals details about the actions of the accused in the South Calcutta Law College gangrape case after the crime was committed.

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.

ICC Rankings: Smriti, Deepti keep top 3 spots

ICC Rankings: Smriti, Deepti keep top 3 spots

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

India's Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma have retained their third positions in the latest ICC Women's T20I batter and bowlers' rankings respectively, released on Tuesday.

FIDE GP Chess: Humpy, Harika end battle in a flash

FIDE GP Chess: Humpy, Harika end battle in a flash

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Indian chess stalwarts Koneru Humpy and Dronavalli Harika ended their high-profile contest in a quick draw in the FIDE Women's Grand Prix in Pune on Friday.

Deepti rises to No. 5 in ODI world rankings!

Deepti rises to No. 5 in ODI world rankings!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Deepti Sharma breaks into the top-five of the latest ICC ODI Women's all-rounders rankings.

ISL: 10-man Kerala Blasters hold NorthEast United goalless

ISL: 10-man Kerala Blasters hold NorthEast United goalless

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

The home team showed exceptional defensive prowess to hold the Highlanders at bay and secure a point despite playing with 10 men for over 60 minutes of the game.

New Zealand's Historic Weekend: 5 Titles in 5 Days!

New Zealand's Historic Weekend: 5 Titles in 5 Days!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Bleary-eyed New Zealanders celebrated a weekend of sporting triumphs around the world on Monday and for once there was not a rugby ball in sight.

Kerr makes history as 1st Kiwi ICC women's cricketer

Kerr makes history as 1st Kiwi ICC women's cricketer

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Melie Kerr made history on Tuesday by becoming the first Kiwi recipient of the prestigious Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy

How the White Ferns plan to tackle Indian spinners

How the White Ferns plan to tackle Indian spinners

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

New Zealand's senior batswoman Suzie Bates, on Monday, said figuring out a way to tackle spin twins Poonam Yadav and Ekta Bist was her biggest takeaway from an otherwise disappointing ODI series defeat to India.

WPL: Can Delhi Capitals deny Mumbai Indians second crown and break title jinx?

WPL: Can Delhi Capitals deny Mumbai Indians second crown and break title jinx?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Powered by the all-round brilliance of Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews, Mumbai Indians head into the Women's Premier League final as favorites to claim their second title, while Delhi Capitals hope to break their title jinx in what promises to be a thrilling showdown in Mumbai on Saturday.

Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Martin Guptill retires from international cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

New Zealand batter Martin Guptill announced his retirement from international cricket, though the 38-year-old will continue to play in T20 leagues around the world.

'Couples Are Moving Beyond Dinner Dates'

'Couples Are Moving Beyond Dinner Dates'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

With Valentine's Day falling on a Friday, travel is picking up as people look for quick getaways.

T20 WC: Devine, NZ bowlers outclass India in opener

T20 WC: Devine, NZ bowlers outclass India in opener

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Skipper Sophie Devine was complemented well by her bowlers as a dominant New Zealand handed India a 58-run defeat in the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on Friday

Women's T20 WC: New Zealand beat Pak; knock out India

Women's T20 WC: New Zealand beat Pak; knock out India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

In a thrilling finish, New Zealand secured a decisive victory over Pakistan in Dubai on Monday, ensuring their place in the T20 World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2016.

Women's T20 WC: Plimmer shines as NZ crush Sri Lanka

Women's T20 WC: Plimmer shines as NZ crush Sri Lanka

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Georgia Plimmer's quickfire half-century (53 in 44 balls, with four boundaries) helped New Zealand to a convincing eight-wicket win over Sri Lanka to boost their chances of a top two finish in a highly-competitive Group A the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, reaching a winning score of 118/2 with 2.3 overs remaining on Saturday.