News for '2023 World Cup'

World Cup 2023: Time for us to get secluded and focus on the job: Rohit

World Cup 2023: Time for us to get secluded and focus on the job: Rohit

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Indian cricket team will be dealing with a humongous dose of pressure during the World Cup at home, and captain Rohit Sharma said on Wednesday the time has come for the group to "get secluded" and focus on the job.

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

As a part of the TNCA's effort to promote the sport for kids and wider audiences, the viewing experience for 1,750 school kids from multiple schools across the Chennai city was facilitated during the ongoing clash between New Zealand and Bangladesh on Friday.

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

From field to politics: How sportspersons fare in Indian politics

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A look at the careers of Indian sportspersons who have transitioned into politics, highlighting their successes, failures, and party affiliations.

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

India to play T20I series in Ireland before England white-ball assignment

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India will tour Ireland for a T20I series in June, preceding their white-ball tour of England. This series is part of Ireland's preparation for the upcoming summer and follows Paul Stirling's decision to step down as T20I captain.

Pakistan will come to India for World Cup only if...

Pakistan will come to India for World Cup only if...

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Pakistan will not play its World Cup matches in India unless the BCCI and ICC give written guarantees India will come to Pakistan to play in the 2025 Champions Trophy.

'Perfect prep': Ferguson eyes India series before T20 WC

'Perfect prep': Ferguson eyes India series before T20 WC

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson said the five-match T20I series against India, beginning on Wednesday, offers a perfect preparation opportunity for his side ahead of next month's T20 World Cup.

Afghanistan's World Cup win inspires a new generation

Afghanistan's World Cup win inspires a new generation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Win over England will encourage youngsters in Afghanistan to pick up cricket: coach Jonathan Trott

IPL 2026: KKR Fight To Live Another Day

IPL 2026: KKR Fight To Live Another Day

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Sunil Narine, Finn Allen, Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Cameron Green powered Kolkata Knight Riders to a win over Gujarat Titans, keeping KKR firmly alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race with their fifth victory in six games.

Du Plessis Eyes T20 World Cup Return

Du Plessis Eyes T20 World Cup Return

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

'I do a lot of hard work to ensure I look after my body to be able to play this brilliant game we love so much.'

SA vows to break World Cup jinx against Australia

SA vows to break World Cup jinx against Australia

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

South Africa look to avoid dropping another World Cup against nemesis Australia

Long Standing Sporting Records That Have Been Broken

Long Standing Sporting Records That Have Been Broken

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A look at some of the long-standing barriers or world records which were broken in athletics, cricket and badminton.

Head has heart and soul on T20 World Cup glory

Head has heart and soul on T20 World Cup glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Travis Head raised his career graph a few notches up in 2023, but the Australian batter understands that staying at that level is a challenging task, and the first stop for him in that journey is the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Shakib's scan results awaited, World Cup in peril?

Shakib's scan results awaited, World Cup in peril?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

'Shakib has gone for a scan after that, we'll know more'

Will India Pick Nattu For World Cup?

Will India Pick Nattu For World Cup?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

With Jasprit Bumrah likely to miss the World Cup, Thangarasu Natarajan could find himself in the mix if he has a good showing with the ball in IPL 2023.

'Strongly believe ODIs should be World Cups only'

'Strongly believe ODIs should be World Cups only'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

The new president of MCC Mark Nicholas wants the ODI format to be played exclusively in the World Cup in a bid to protect the format that is losing its importance and the rise of T20I format over the period of time.

Mohammed Shami opens up about retirement, questions India snub

Mohammed Shami opens up about retirement, questions India snub

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Mohammed Shami says he will retire only when "bored", questions India snub and lack of clarity after strong domestic form and return to fitness.

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He will have no problems playing under any captain, he will still give his 100 percent for the team.'

India's captain confident of World Cup win: 'We've ticked all the boxes'

India's captain confident of World Cup win: 'We've ticked all the boxes'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The feeling of near misses has haunted Harmanpreet Kaur for long but the Indian captain feels that her team has ticked all the boxes in its bid to cross the line in the Women's T20 World Cup beginning in the UAE from October 3.

Kohli, Iyer, Shami take India to World Cup final

Kohli, Iyer, Shami take India to World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami's seven-wicket haul proved equally crucial as India overpowered New Zealand by 70 runs.

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Shubman Gill, Smriti Mandhana crowned best international cricketers at BCCI awards

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana were named the Best International Cricketers at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding performances in the 2024-2025 season.

Rumours of infighting rock Pakistan World Cup team

Rumours of infighting rock Pakistan World Cup team

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

The PCB strongly denied recent speculations about any internal discord in the Babar Azam-led side.

Drained Zampa looking to rest up for World Cup after IPL withdrawal

Drained Zampa looking to rest up for World Cup after IPL withdrawal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Australia spinner Adam Zampa said he withdrew from the Indian Premier League (IPL) because he felt drained after last year's heavy schedule and that he wanted to be rested ahead of the Twenty20 World Cup in June.

India played their best cricket in the World Cup: Brian Lara

India played their best cricket in the World Cup: Brian Lara

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara showered praise on Rohit Sharma-led Team India saying that the 'Men in Blue' played their best cricket at the ODI World Cup 2023.

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

During the lead-up to and at the tournament, the mascot duo will engage with fans in person, through broadcasts, and on digital platforms.

Santner: 'Wouldn't Mind Breaking a Few Hearts'

Santner: 'Wouldn't Mind Breaking a Few Hearts'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says the T20 World Cup final against India is 'not just another game' as the Black Caps aim to seize key moments and lift the title.

Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Harmanpreet Singh, Smriti Mandhana, Divya Deshmukh among five Indian stars nominated for BBC awards

Travis Head returns to boost Australia's World Cup hopes

Travis Head returns to boost Australia's World Cup hopes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Travis Head returns to boost Australia's World Cup hopes

Missed World Cup venues strike gold in home season

Missed World Cup venues strike gold in home season

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

State units that missed out on World Cup games to be compensated during bilateral home season

England retain six World Cup players for Windies tour

England retain six World Cup players for Windies tour

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Jos Buttler will captain the team for the Caribbean tour, with Gus Atkinson, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone featuring in the ODI group from the showpiece event.

United States awarded hosting rights for expanded Club World Cup

United States awarded hosting rights for expanded Club World Cup

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The first edition of FIFA's new 32-team Club World Cup will be held in the United States in 2025, world soccer's governing body said on Friday.

Jos Buttler is finally smiling at the World Cup!

Jos Buttler is finally smiling at the World Cup!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Having ended a five-match losing streak with victory over the Netherlands, a smiling England skipper Jos Buttler said his team was desperate for the two points in what has been a disastrous World Cup campaign for the defending champions.

Pak knocked out of World Cup; India-NZ semis confirmed

Pak knocked out of World Cup; India-NZ semis confirmed

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Pakistan has been officially knocked out of the ongoing ODI World Cup 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.

Teenage Archer Payal Nag Clinches Gold, India Dominates World Archery Para Series

Teenage Archer Payal Nag Clinches Gold, India Dominates World Archery Para Series

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Teenage quadruple amputee archer Payal Nag defeated world number one Sheetal Devi to win gold at the World Archery Para Series in Bangkok, leading India to a dominant performance with seven gold medals.

SRK demands Rinku Singh in T20 World Cup squad!

SRK demands Rinku Singh in T20 World Cup squad!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Shah Rukh Khan has endorsed the inclusion of his left-handed power-hitter Rinku Singh in the Indian team

Matt Henry's Double Delight: Welcomes Baby Boy, Stars in New Zealand's Semis Win

Matt Henry's Double Delight: Welcomes Baby Boy, Stars in New Zealand's Semis Win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

New Zealand's Matt Henry experienced a week of highs and lows, from witnessing the birth of his son to delivering a match-winning performance in the T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa.

World Cup: Shubman Gill fastest to 2000 runs in ODIs

World Cup: Shubman Gill fastest to 2000 runs in ODIs

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Shubman Gill became the fastest player to score 2000 runs in ODIs during the World Cup match against New Zealand in Dharamsala on Sunday.

England all-rounder Willey to quit international cricket post World Cup

England all-rounder Willey to quit international cricket post World Cup

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

He also clarified that the decision had nothing to do with England's poor run in the tournament.

Upset at Nationals: Poonam stuns defending champ Sakshi

Upset at Nationals: Poonam stuns defending champ Sakshi

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Former Youth World Championships gold medallist Poonam Poonia produced a fearless display to hand defending 54kg champion Sakshi Chaudhary a shock defeat, causing the first major upset of the National Boxing Championships in Greater Noida on Thursday.

Against all odds, Andreeva and Chwalinska reach French Open final

Against all odds, Andreeva and Chwalinska reach French Open final

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Mirra Andreeva and qualifier Maja Chwalinska have both reached the French Open women's singles final, ensuring a new Grand Slam champion will be crowned. Andreeva defeated Marta Kostyuk, while Chwalinska overcame Diana Shnaider. The tournament has seen early exits for top seeds, paving the way for these new contenders. Additionally, Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori successfully defended their mixed doubles title.