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Amir backs Dubai Cricket Council's offer to host India-Pakistan series

Amir backs Dubai Cricket Council's offer to host India-Pakistan series

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir on Thursday backed chairman of the Dubai Cricket Council Abdul Rahman Falaknaz's offer to host bilateral series between India and Pakistan in the UAE.

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind plea in SC seeks ban on Dharma Sansad

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind plea in SC seeks ban on Dharma Sansad

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

The petition demanded stern legal action against those who allegedly threatened to massacre Muslims and said it was not just a matter of religion but of the Constitution, law, unity and integrity of the country.

PSL to be completed in Abu Dhabi in June

PSL to be completed in Abu Dhabi in June

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

The sixth edition of the tournament was suspended in March after 14 games, after seven individuals, including six players, tested positive for COVID-19.

Australian Wright joins Punjab Kings as bowling coach

Australian Wright joins Punjab Kings as bowling coach

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Damien Wright has worked with Australian Big Bash League sides Hobart Hurricanes and the Melbourne Stars and also served as the bowling coach of New Zealand team.

Jaffer appointed Uttarakhand head coach

Jaffer appointed Uttarakhand head coach

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Former India opener and domestic stalwart Wasim Jaffer has been appointed head coach of the Uttarakhand cricket team for the upcoming domestic season. The highest run-getter in Ranji Trophy, Jaffer had announced retirement in March this year after playing for over two decades, primarily for domestic giants Mumbai and Vidarbha.

PHOTOS: Pakistan edge Afghanistan to stay alive

PHOTOS: Pakistan edge Afghanistan to stay alive

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

All-rounder Imad Wasim's unbeaten 49 guided Pakistan to a thrilling three-wicket victory over minnows Afghanistan in Leeds on Saturday, maintaining their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals.

How Pakistan fares in World Cups

How Pakistan fares in World Cups

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers of the Pakistan team from cricket World Cups.

Jaffer rejects claims of favouring Muslim players in U'khand team

Jaffer rejects claims of favouring Muslim players in U'khand team

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

'If I was communal, I could have adjusted the practice timings according to our prayer timings but that's not the way I am.'

Imam apologises for online scandal involving multiple women

Imam apologises for online scandal involving multiple women

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Wasim said the board had viewed the matter seriously and spoken to Imam about it.

You don't need to sledge, just be yourself: Cummins to his players

You don't need to sledge, just be yourself: Cummins to his players

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Cummins said his approach to leadership is quite similar to England's Eoin Morgan.

'Nice guys don't always finish last'

'Nice guys don't always finish last'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Sachin Tendulkar leads the cricket world to hail New Zealand's triumph.

Kohli and I would have been real enemies on field: Akhtar

Kohli and I would have been real enemies on field: Akhtar

Rediff.com26 May 2020

'I would keep forcing him to play the drive shot at my pace'

Pulwama attack fallout: IMG Reliance pulls out of PSL

Pulwama attack fallout: IMG Reliance pulls out of PSL

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Following the development, PCB managing director Wasim Khan said that they are extremely disappointed with the recent turn of events and 'asserted that sports and politics should be kept separate'.

Kashmir BJP leader, brother, father shot dead by terrorists

Kashmir BJP leader, brother, father shot dead by terrorists

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The incident took place at the shop-cum-residence of BJP leader Wasim Bari, earlier district president of the party, where some motorcycle-borne terrorists attacked the three from a close range with a silencer-fitted revolver, they said.

'There was no one like Bishan paaji'

'There was no one like Bishan paaji'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

'I have seen Bishan paaji get worked up when he felt the game was losing its character because of some individual.'

Why Siraj broke down during national anthem

Why Siraj broke down during national anthem

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Former cricketers Mohammad Kaif and Wasim Jaffer hailed pacer Siraj for his commitment towards playing for the country.

Six Pakistan players negative in second COVID test ahead of England tour

Six Pakistan players negative in second COVID test ahead of England tour

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Six of the 10 Pakistan cricketers bound for England who tested positive for COVID-19 have now registered negative results on re-testing, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Saturday. Mohammad Hasnain, Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Hafeez and Wahab Riaz, however, must return a second negative result before they can join the main squad of 20 players who will leave for England on Sunday.

New Zealand missed out on 'historic moment': Latham

New Zealand missed out on 'historic moment': Latham

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

New Zealand batsman Tom Latham admitted that his team missed out on a "historic moment" by cancelling the Pakistan tour, but asserted that the decision was based on players' safety.

VVS Laxman, Akram in first crypto cricket platform

VVS Laxman, Akram in first crypto cricket platform

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Crypto-currency, which is fast gaining popularity in the western market is now to enter cricketing space with 'Cricket Foundation', which claims to have 50,000 users even before its launch, and is complemented by over 60,000 followers on social media.

UP seeks ban on PFI for anti-CAA violence

UP seeks ban on PFI for anti-CAA violence

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

The Uttar Pradesh Police has sought a ban on the Popular Front of India, days after its complicity was suspected in the recent state-wide violent protests against the amended citizenship law.

Wishes pour in for Ravi Shastri on his 59th birthday

Wishes pour in for Ravi Shastri on his 59th birthday

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Former and current players took to Twitter to extend wishes to Ravi Shastri

Won't get threatened: Babita Phogat defends her remarks against Islamic sect

Won't get threatened: Babita Phogat defends her remarks against Islamic sect

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Babita Phogat claimed that she was getting threats after she had posted a series of tweets on the Islamic sect. #SuspendBabitaPhogat trended on Twitter as many users criticised her remarks.

'Chandrakant Pandit Has Got The Midas Touch'

'Chandrakant Pandit Has Got The Midas Touch'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

'The IPL is like a corporate world, the owners expect results and on top of that you don't get that much time.' 'Coaching is not that important at that level, it is more about man management and keeping the atmosphere really good, that is the most important thing.'

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Tendulkar to coach Lara, Ponting, Akram

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Former West Indies captain Brian Lara will be in the same team as Ricky Ponting, Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer in the upcoming Bushfire relief fundraiser match. Ponting's side, which will be coached by former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, also comprises of lethal pacers such as Brett Lee and Wasim Akram. On the other hand, Gilchrist side's has a solid top-order comprising of Yuvraj Singh, Shane Watson and Andrew Symonds.

We expected Pakistan bowlers to be outstanding: Williamson

We expected Pakistan bowlers to be outstanding: Williamson

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson extolled Pakistan bowlers' "outstanding" performance against them, saying their clinical show at the death was of the "highest class".

Dhoni wanted to earn Rs 30 lakh and live peacefully: Jaffer

Dhoni wanted to earn Rs 30 lakh and live peacefully: Jaffer

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Dhoni was to make a comeback at the IPL, leading his team Chennai Super Kings but the cash-rich tournament, which was originally scheduled to begin on Sunday, was postponed due the COVID-19 pandemic.

PIX: Yuvraj dances the night away with Lara, Akram

PIX: Yuvraj dances the night away with Lara, Akram

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Yuvraj, who retired from international cricket last month, will captain Toronto Nationals in Season 2 of Global T20 Canada, which begins on Thursday.

Don't compare Shubman to anyone: Jaffer

Don't compare Shubman to anyone: Jaffer

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Gill impressed with his solid batting on his Test debut at the MCG in the 2nd Test of the series.

PCB cricket committee chairman Mohsin steps down

PCB cricket committee chairman Mohsin steps down

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday said Mohsin Khan had requested board chairman Ehsan Mani to release him from the post and now the committee will be headed by Wasim Khan, who is Managing Director of the board.

Australia underdogs against Pakistan in role reversal

Australia underdogs against Pakistan in role reversal

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

It will be quite a role reversal with Australia being the proverbial underdogs in Thursday's semi-final of the Twenty20 World Cup against a red-hot Pakistan who have displayed rare consistency to set alight the tournament.

Pulwama attack: After CCI, RCA removes photographs of Pakistan players

Pulwama attack: After CCI, RCA removes photographs of Pakistan players

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) Monday pulled down pictures of Pakistan players from its lobby, protesting against the terrorist attack in Pulwama.

Why Pakistan went ahead with England tour

Why Pakistan went ahead with England tour

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Pakistan play a three-match Test series against England starting on August 5, followed by three T20 International matches.

Winds of change in Pakistan cricket

Winds of change in Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

PCB Cricket Committee to take decisions on splitting captaincy, inviting applications for new coach

Jasprit Bumrah nominated for ICC monthly award

Jasprit Bumrah nominated for ICC monthly award

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was on Monday nominated for the ICC 'Player of the Month' award for August following his brilliant performances with both the bat and ball in the ongoing Test series against England.

ICC should wait, there's no WC without fans: Akram

ICC should wait, there's no WC without fans: Akram

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'I believe that they (ICC) should wait for a more suitable time and once this pandemic subsides and restrictions are eased then we can have a proper World Cup.'

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Presenters Andrew Flintoff, Kass Naidoo, Zainab Abbas, and Jacqueline Shepherd will lead the coverage. They will be joined by cricketing stars from around the world, including Dinesh Karthik, Stuart Broad

Ranji Semis: Jaiswal, Jaffer tons derail UP; MP in commond

Ranji Semis: Jaiswal, Jaffer tons derail UP; MP in commond

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

Mumbai's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Armaan Jaffer to put Uttar Pradesh on the back-foot by taking their overall lead past the 600-mark

'Shocked by Kohli's sudden decision to step down'

'Shocked by Kohli's sudden decision to step down'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

The reactions to Virat Kohli stepping down as the captain of the Indian Test team after seven years on Saturday.

Check out Punjab Kings' new jersey for IPL 2021

Check out Punjab Kings' new jersey for IPL 2021

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

The franchise will be seen donning a red jersey with golden stripes for this season, opting for a different, unique design for this new-look team.

Can't help but feel sad for Kuldeep, says Jaffer

Can't help but feel sad for Kuldeep, says Jaffer

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Former India batsman Wasim Jaffer urged spinner Kuldeep Yadav to not give up hope, saying he will do well when give the opportunity.