News for '2023 World Cup'

Have Pakistan unearthed their next batting star?

Have Pakistan unearthed their next batting star?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Sameer Minhas underlines his early promise with a clutch hundred against India

PIX: A Memorable World Cup for Afghanistan!

PIX: A Memorable World Cup for Afghanistan!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

A spirited Afghanistan upset Sri Lanka by seven wickets to continue their memorable campaign at World Cup 2023.

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistani presenter Zainab Abbas, part of the ICC digital team covering the ODI World Cup, on Monday left India after facing backlash on social media over her alleged anti-India posts in the past.

Why Jannik Sinner opted out of Davis Cup Finals

Why Jannik Sinner opted out of Davis Cup Finals

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Jannik Sinner said he had to prioritise preparations for his Australian Open title defence.

Hardik who? Rohit Sharma to lead India in T20 World Cup 2024

Hardik who? Rohit Sharma to lead India in T20 World Cup 2024

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Rohit Sharma to captain India in this year's T20 World Cup

Will Archer recover in time for T20 World Cup?

Will Archer recover in time for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Jofra Archer has been plagued by injuries for the last three years.

World Cup: Another major injury blow for Sri Lanka

World Cup: Another major injury blow for Sri Lanka

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Sri Lanka were dealt another injury blow at the World Cup with seamer Lahiru Kumara ruled out of the rest of the tournament due to a left thigh muscle injury.

World Cup PIX: Fan Fare At Narendra Modi Stadium

World Cup PIX: Fan Fare At Narendra Modi Stadium

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The wait for the highly-awaited India vs Pakistan World Cup contest finally came to an end and fans didn't disappoint as they thronged to the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Birthday boy Gill gears up for Asia Cup challenge

Birthday boy Gill gears up for Asia Cup challenge

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

He has since matured into a complete three-format player: 2,647 runs in 37 Tests at 41.35, 2,775 runs in 55 ODIs at a Bradmanesque 59.04, and 578 runs in 21 T20Is.

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Let's delve into six remarkable underdog triumphs at the ICC World Cup

Kohli vs Shakib: Mutual admiration fuels World Cup tie

Kohli vs Shakib: Mutual admiration fuels World Cup tie

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli and Shakib Al Hasan have engaged in a mutual display of respect and admiration for each other's cricketing abilities.

ODI World Cup: He's one of India's trump cards: Agarkar

ODI World Cup: He's one of India's trump cards: Agarkar

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The Indian cricket team's chief selector Ajit Agarkar lauded the 28-year-old chinaman spinner Kuldeep Yadav and said that he will be one of the trump cards for the Men in Blue in the ODI WC.

Selectors couldn't ignore him...

Selectors couldn't ignore him...

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Ishan Kishan's return to the Indian T20 setup is a story of timing, perseverance and a domestic season that selectors simply could not overlook.

PIX: Hoardings fall during Australia vs Sri Lanka World Cup match

PIX: Hoardings fall during Australia vs Sri Lanka World Cup match

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Strong winds caused several hoardings to fall from the roof of the Ekana Stadium on to the seats below during the World Cup match between Australia and Sri Lanka in Lucknow on Monday.

Shami slams selectors: 'I don't need to create controversy'

Shami slams selectors: 'I don't need to create controversy'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'I have said this before... Selection is not in my hands. If there is a fitness issue, I shouldn't be here playing for Bengal.'

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Coping with expectations a major factor in India's home World Cup campaign, says Kapil Dev

No cricketers! Meet 2025 Khel Ratna, Arjuna nominees

No cricketers! Meet 2025 Khel Ratna, Arjuna nominees

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Hockey star Hardik Singh lone recommendation for Khel Ratna; Divya, TJ & Mehuli for Arjuna

5 All-Rounders Who'll Steal the World Cup Spotlight

5 All-Rounders Who'll Steal the World Cup Spotlight

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

From India's Hardik Pandya to Australia's Mitchell Marsh, and Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, let's dive into the profiles of these remarkable talents who are poised to shine on the grand stage of the World Cup.

Will Dravid seek contract renewal after World Cup?

Will Dravid seek contract renewal after World Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

His two-year contract will expire at the end of ODI World Cup but head coach Rahul Dravid's future will be followed keenly in case the Indian team lifts the coveted trophy.

India retain top spot in ODI rankings; Windies slip

India retain top spot in ODI rankings; Windies slip

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

ICC ODI Rankings: India retained top spot while West Indies slipped to 10th spot.

Jos Buttler takes blame for England's World Cup exit

Jos Buttler takes blame for England's World Cup exit

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

Buttler has not managed a single half-century in seven matches so far, while England have reached a 200-plus total only twice in their last five matches

'Still Can't Get A 12-Ball 50?' Yuvi Teases Abhishek

'Still Can't Get A 12-Ball 50?' Yuvi Teases Abhishek

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

After the match, Yuvraj was quick to add a touch of humour, playfully reminding his protege of the gold standard.

Will Pakistan World Cup clash be Malan's last ODI?

Will Pakistan World Cup clash be Malan's last ODI?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Dawid Malan, England's lone soldier in a disastrous World Cup campaign, feels the match against Pakistan on Saturday could be his "last" ODI.

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Italy captured a remarkable third consecutive Davis Cup title on Sunday with Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli winning their singles matches for a 2-0 triumph over Spain.

BCCI to release 14k tickets for Indo-Pak World Cup match

BCCI to release 14k tickets for Indo-Pak World Cup match

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

"The sale of tickets for the match will commence from 12 PM IST onwards on October 8th, 2023. Fans can purchase tickets by visiting the official ticketing website," the statement added.

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

ICC said that Pakistan is yet to provide written assurance regarding their participation in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India.

World Cup: 'It's scary the way India are playing...'

World Cup: 'It's scary the way India are playing...'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

The Indian team is currently playing fearless cricket but has been successful in scaring the daylights out of the opposition, Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha said.

World Cup: Bumrah, Rohit In MVP Top 5

World Cup: Bumrah, Rohit In MVP Top 5

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of World Cup 2023 after the first 12 games.

World Cup: Sri Lanka fined for slow over-rate

World Cup: Sri Lanka fined for slow over-rate

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Sri Lanka have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against South Africa in their ICC World Cup opener in New Delhi.

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

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Gill named vice-captain for Asia Cup; Bumrah included

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat in England, piling up 754 runs at an average of 75.40 with four centuries.

Can SA break the World Cup jinx? Miller speaks out...

Can SA break the World Cup jinx? Miller speaks out...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

World Cup's perennial 'chokers' South Africa, having taken the group stage by storm with their power-packed batting, fell short in the semifinal

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Pakistan's forgettable World Cup: Spinners' surrender, outdated batting

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

An outdated batting approach, dismal performance of the spinners, lack of back-up options and selection blunders have led to another early World Cup exit for the forever unpredictable Pakistan unit.

Asia Cup perfect testing ground ahead of World Cup

Asia Cup perfect testing ground ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

India will enter the Asia Cup as a seven-time champions, most by any team, but adding an eighth title might just not feature on top of their bucket list.

World Cup: Should Ishan Open Batting?

World Cup: Should Ishan Open Batting?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

'My advice to Ishan Kishan would be to forget about the milestone, forget about the double hundred as soon as you can. There are bigger milestones to achieve, higher peaks to scale.'

Starc and Healy: World Cup Winners, Both

Starc and Healy: World Cup Winners, Both

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

After Australia thrashed India by 209 runs to win the World Test Championship final at The Oval in London on Sunday, June 11, 2023, the Aussies celebrated with their families.

Shubman Gill's dengue battle threatens World Cup dream

Shubman Gill's dengue battle threatens World Cup dream

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Gill, who tested positive for dengue upon his arrival in Chennai last week has been down for the past week and will also miss India's second game against Afghanistan on Wednesday.

Ahmedabad to host AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Ahmedabad to host AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'It is a matter of great pride for India to be among the hosts of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers, and I am particularly pleased to see Ahmedabad take centre stage.

India will win the World Cup, says a confident Shastri

India will win the World Cup, says a confident Shastri

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

India will be overwhelming favourites in the upcoming World Cup final against Australia, the team's former head coach Ravi Shastri said on Friday while urging the hosts to stick to their game plans.

Srikanth, Prannoy find belief again at India Open

Srikanth, Prannoy find belief again at India Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'Once you are out of the top 32, it becomes very tough to get back. Last year I couldn't really get entries into the 750 tournaments. To start this year with one is a positive step.'