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Champions Trophy: 'Keep India's travel to a minimum': PCB to ICC

Champions Trophy: 'Keep India's travel to a minimum': PCB to ICC

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Pakistan cricket authorities have suggested the International Cricket Council to schedule India's qualifying round matches only in one city during the Champions Trophy next year.

Kohli hopes T20 World Cup in Americas will set off domino effect

Kohli hopes T20 World Cup in Americas will set off domino effect

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Star India batter Virat Kohli on Friday said that he had never thought of playing cricket in the United States and the T20 World Cup happening there shows the growing impact of the sport in the world.

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

New York all set for India vs Pakistan: 'Super Bowl on steroids'

New York all set for India vs Pakistan: 'Super Bowl on steroids'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

India and Pakistan form one of the most intense rivalries in cricket and the temporary, 34,000-seat stadium in New York, will be bursting at the seams, with millions more watching on TV.

'Let entire nation down': Sri Lanka's Mathews apologises

'Let entire nation down': Sri Lanka's Mathews apologises

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Angelo Mathews reflected on a difficult 2024 T20 World Cup and issued an apology to Sri Lanka on behalf of his teammates

T20 WC: Uganda player approached for fixing?

T20 WC: Uganda player approached for fixing?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

a former Kenya pacer tried to contact a Ugandan team member multiple times from different numbers during the T20 World Cup.

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'...there's a feeling of being indebted to the sport, to my team, that I get to do this.'

Gambhir frontrunner as BCCI rejects Aussie coach claims

Gambhir frontrunner as BCCI rejects Aussie coach claims

Rediff.com24 May 2024

'The reports circulating in certain media sections are completely incorrect.'

Is Pant's T20 World Cup Spot In Jeopardy?

Is Pant's T20 World Cup Spot In Jeopardy?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Pant's batting lacked its usual spark. While his 44 runs off 35 balls hinted at his talent, fluency and explosiveness were noticeably absent.

India's Gen Next kick-start new era against Zimbabwe

India's Gen Next kick-start new era against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

If one looks at selection pattern, Jurel was the second keeper behind Sanju Samson for this series and Jitesh was a late entrant because of the unavailability of the World Cup squad members.

'We did not keep the ball well enough'

'We did not keep the ball well enough'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

England manager Gareth Southgate pointed at fatigue and injuries as a reason England were unable to match Spain's control of much of the match or build on the momentum of Cole Palmer's 73rd minute equaliser after Nico Williams had put Spain ahead two minutes into the second half.

Copa America: US, Uruguay win opening matches

Copa America: US, Uruguay win opening matches

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

A third-minute goal from Christian Pulisic set the United States on their way to a 2-0 victory over Bolivia in their Group C opener at the Copa America on Sunday.

Do Dube, Rinku deserve T20 World Cup call-up?

Do Dube, Rinku deserve T20 World Cup call-up?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Explosive left-hand batter Rinku has presented a strong case to be India's squad for the T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean.

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Gurpreet named India captain for World Cup qualifying match against Qatar

The end nears? Dhawan prepares for life after cricket

The end nears? Dhawan prepares for life after cricket

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Shikhar Dhawan has acknowledged he's in a transitional phase, nearing a new chapter in his life.

Germany's Euro 2024 kit sparks outrage for hidden Nazi reference

Germany's Euro 2024 kit sparks outrage for hidden Nazi reference

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Number 44 on Germany jerseys to be redesigned over Nazi symbolism

Blow for CSK! Pathirana returns to SL with hamstring injury

Blow for CSK! Pathirana returns to SL with hamstring injury

Rediff.com5 May 2024

Matheesha Pathirana returned to Sri Lanka to recover from a hamstring injury.

Pakistan cricketers face pay cuts after T20 WC flop

Pakistan cricketers face pay cuts after T20 WC flop

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Pakistan cricketers face the risk of having their central contracts reviewed

Veterans Ronaldo, Pepe to help fuel Portugal's Euro dream

Veterans Ronaldo, Pepe to help fuel Portugal's Euro dream

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Nine players from the Premier League have been called up including Ruben Dias, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva and Diogo Jota. Goncalo Inacio is the only Sporting player in the squad.

Captain Chhetri to hang boots after World Cup qualifier next month

Captain Chhetri to hang boots after World Cup qualifier next month

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Chhetri had made his 150th appearance for India in March and scored on the occasion against Afghanistan in Guwahati. India, though, lost that game 1-2.

Fans criticise Berbatov for snubbing national team

Fans criticise Berbatov for snubbing national team

Rediff.com5 Sep 2012

Fulham striker Dimitar Berbatov has been heavily criticised in his homeland after he snubbed the Bulgarian national team for a second time in 28 months.

Angry Mourinho blasts national teams' handling of United players' injuries

Angry Mourinho blasts national teams' handling of United players' injuries

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Mourinho lamented that his staff had been left in the dark about the fitness of key members of his squad.

France's Mbappe takes surprise political stance at Euros

France's Mbappe takes surprise political stance at Euros

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

With France facing political turmoil, Mbappe used the pre-match press conference to address the nation. He called the situation "dire" and urged young people to fight against extremism gaining power.

Mbappe is a 'Galactico', signs 5-year deal with Real Madrid

Mbappe is a 'Galactico', signs 5-year deal with Real Madrid

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Real Madrid had courted Mbappe in the past but failed to land the player, who signed a contract extension with PSG in May 2022 when the Spanish club had a bid rejected.

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'I have always taken pride while donning the Indian jersey during my playing days and it is going to be no different when I take up this new role.'

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Only 1 black African in WC squad unacceptable: CSA criticised

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has been criticised for failing to meet "transformational targets" with only one black African in Kagiso Rabada part of the T20 World Cup squad.

'You've held the flag high, Sunil Chhetri!'

'You've held the flag high, Sunil Chhetri!'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The Asian Football Confederation tweeted, "94 International Goals. Carried the hopes of a nation! Thank You Asian Football Icon, Sunil Chhetri."

Why Hussey is averse to taking up India head coach job

Why Hussey is averse to taking up India head coach job

Rediff.com25 May 2024

'Out of playing, and even now, it's not really on my radar, and I'm enjoying the balance of being able to coach as an assistant or head coach and then doing a bit of media as well.'

Disunity, groupism cause of Pakistan's no show in T20 WC

Disunity, groupism cause of Pakistan's no show in T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The role of outside elements including agents of players and some former players who ran social media campaigns also have not helped ease the simmering tensions in the team.

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Archer brings excitement and an X-factor to the team'

Stimac sacked after India's exit from WC qualifiers

Stimac sacked after India's exit from WC qualifiers

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Following a virtual meeting on June 16th, 2024, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced a change in leadership for the Senior Men's National Team.

Cricket was my backup to academics: Burger

Cricket was my backup to academics: Burger

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'I'd always played cricket in the backyard with friends and parents, but wouldn't say I ever had the desire to be a professional.'

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

After Shane Watson turned down the offer, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in contact with several foreign coaches, including Justin Langer and Gary Kirsten, to work with the national team as head coach on a long-term contract.

'Focus on Test cricket, not T20 leagues'

'Focus on Test cricket, not T20 leagues'

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Vengsarkar urges young players to target playing Test cricket

Salah considers quitting Egypt national team over political controversy

Salah considers quitting Egypt national team over political controversy

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Salah was seen with controversial Chechnya leader Ramzan Kadyrov while he was recuperating from the shoulder injury he suffered during the Champions League final.

Will Justin Langer consider coaching Team India in the future?

Will Justin Langer consider coaching Team India in the future?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Justin Langer got a 'probing delivery' on his possible future as coach of the Indian national team but the former Australian opener like his playing days, judged it perfectly and left the one bowled on the "corridor of uncertainty".

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Gary Kirsten, Pakistan's new head coach in the white-ball formats, could join the national squad directly in Ireland if his IPL team Gujarat Titans does not qualify for the Play-offs stage of the popular T20 League.

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Talented winger Lallianzuala Chhangte "would not mind" stepping up as the next number 9 of the Indian football team, after talismanic forward Sunil Chhetri's illustrious career comes to an end in Kolkata on June 6.

'In KKR, I needed guidance but now I don't need it, now I dictate terms'

'In KKR, I needed guidance but now I don't need it, now I dictate terms'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

A reinforced skillsets and the ability to perfectly read the ebbs and flows of a match have made Kuldeep Yadav a tough customer, but back in 2019 the left-arm wrist spinner felt the need of a guiding force around him as his form went south while playing for Kolkata Knight Riders.

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Having been a pillar of support for Afghanistan cricket for close to a decade now, the BCCI is set to extend infrastructure and exposure-related assistance to Nepal's talented players with the aim to maintain a robust cricketing eco-system in the South Asian region.