News for '2023 World Cup'

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.

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.

Cricket Australia allows 'Free Imran Khan' T-shirt after initial ban at Sheffield Shield final

Cricket Australia allows 'Free Imran Khan' T-shirt after initial ban at Sheffield Shield final

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A cricket fan was initially denied entry to the Sheffield Shield final for wearing a 'Free Imran Khan' T-shirt, but Cricket Australia later reversed its decision, classifying it as a humanitarian issue.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

The Day India Shocked the World: Reliving 1983 at Lord's

The Day India Shocked the World: Reliving 1983 at Lord's

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

India marked one of the greatest days in cricket history as they lifted the ICC ODI World Cup for the first time in England on June 25, 1983.

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.

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

G Sindhushree lacked the funds to buy proper equipment after her father's death in 2022, forcing her to compete with shorter poles until she borrowed a longer one just two weeks before the National Inter-State Championships in Bhubaneswar.

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.

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Rediff.com30 May 2026

International water sports star Bilquis Mir has filed a contempt case against the Jammu and Kashmir sports department for withholding her salary for over two-and-a-half years, despite a tribunal order to release it.

IPL 2026: Mukesh Kumar credits Mohammed Shami for guiding his development

IPL 2026: Mukesh Kumar credits Mohammed Shami for guiding his development

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar has acknowledged the significant role veteran Mohammed Shami plays in his ongoing development, highlighting Shami's constant guidance and support.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have often been overlooked in the T20 format, will captain Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings respectively with both eager to make a statement.

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as Suryakumar Yadav's side aim to become the first team to successfully defend the title.

Minakshi storms into final in World Boxing Championships

Minakshi storms into final in World Boxing Championships

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Minakshi Hooda continued her sparkling run to become the third Indian woman boxer to storm into the final of the World Championships.

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.

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.

'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.

T20 World Cup Final: Will India Make This One Big Change?

T20 World Cup Final: Will India Make This One Big Change?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Will India bring in Sanju Samson for the struggling Shivam Dube?

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.'

India to face Ireland in T20I series before England ODIs

India to face Ireland in T20I series before England ODIs

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

India will play two T20 Internationals in Ireland on June 26 and June 28, preceding their tour of England. The matches will be held in Belfast, marking India's return to the city since 2007.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo birthday special coverage: Check Cristiano Ronaldo age, stats, total goals, career records, trophies and net worth details.

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.

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.

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.