News for '2023 World Cup'

Fit-again Archer returns to England squad for T20 World Cup

Fit-again Archer returns to England squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

'The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England's opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on Wednesday, June 4.'

ODI World Cup: Morgan picks India as favourites ahead of England

ODI World Cup: Morgan picks India as favourites ahead of England

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Former World Cup winning-captain reckons England are second favourite to India going into the world cup.

PHOTOS: India overpower Australia in World Cup opener

PHOTOS: India overpower Australia in World Cup opener

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

India launched their home World Cup campaign with a six-wicket victory over Australia after Virat Kohli and KL Rahul guided them through a jittery run chase on Sunday.

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Shivam Dube's poor IPL 2026 form for Chennai Super Kings stems from role confusion and lack of impact, despite a decent strike rate.

U-19 World Cup: India down South Africa; enter 9th final

U-19 World Cup: India down South Africa; enter 9th final

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Half-centuries from captain Uday Saharan and Sachin Dhas steered India to their ninth Under-19 World Cup final.

ODI World Cup: 'India vs Pakistan semi-final at Eden would be a dream'

ODI World Cup: 'India vs Pakistan semi-final at Eden would be a dream'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

CAB President Snehasish Ganguly said an India vs Pakistan semifinal at the Eden Gardens would be a dream contest.

ODI World Cup: BCCI to release 400,000 tickets! Check out date, time

ODI World Cup: BCCI to release 400,000 tickets! Check out date, time

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Keeping in mind the big demand for tickets for the ICC Men's ODI World Cup, the BCCI announced the release of 400,000 tickets for the next phase.

Bumrah ruled out of IPL; unsure of World Cup return

Bumrah ruled out of IPL; unsure of World Cup return

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

It's yet to be ascertained if the seasoned pacer, who also missed the T20 World Cup in Australia last year, would require a back surgery.

Rahul gives India a 'good headache' for World Cup

Rahul gives India a 'good headache' for World Cup

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

K L Rahul has hit top form after returning from injury at the Asia Cup.

Hardik's reign over? Rohit eyeing T20 World Cup captaincy

Hardik's reign over? Rohit eyeing T20 World Cup captaincy

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Rohit Sharma on Sunday hinted that he has still not given up on hopes of playing T20I cricket for India

Rs 1 crore for each player if India wins Hockey World Cup

Rs 1 crore for each player if India wins Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The 15th edition of the men's hockey World Cup will be held in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela from January 13 to 29.

Proteas pick fit-again Maharaj for World Cup; Brevis, Stubbs ignored

Proteas pick fit-again Maharaj for World Cup; Brevis, Stubbs ignored

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The 30-year-old De Kock, who has already retired from Test cricket, confirmed he will not play One-Day Internationals beyond the World Cup.

Sawan Barwal Shatters National Marathon Record in Rotterdam

Sawan Barwal Shatters National Marathon Record in Rotterdam

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Sawan Barwal broke the national marathon record at the NN Marathon Rotterdam, clocking 2 hours 11 minutes and 58 seconds, surpassing the previous record set in 1978.

Can India win their 3rd World Cup after record win?

Can India win their 3rd World Cup after record win?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The result at Eden Gardens has raised hopes that come Nov. 19, India will be lifting the 50-over World Cup trophy for a third time following their triumphs in 1983 and 2011.

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

IPL 2026 Preview: KKR vs SRH: Can KKR stop SRH's power-hitters?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking for their spinners to rediscover their form against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match.

REWIND: India's 7-0 record vs Pakistan in ODI World Cup!

REWIND: India's 7-0 record vs Pakistan in ODI World Cup!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Will India extend their run to make it 8-0? Or will Pakistan be able to snap the streak?

Suryakumar can win India ODI World Cup: Ponting

Suryakumar can win India ODI World Cup: Ponting

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Australian batting great Ricky Ponting feels Suryakumar Yadav has the ability to 'win' the ODI World Cup for India and the selectors should stick to him despite his woeful run in 50-overs cricket.

Australia's victory in Ahmedabad caps the best World Cup win: Vaughan

Australia's victory in Ahmedabad caps the best World Cup win: Vaughan

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Former England captain Michael Vaughan rated Australia's World Cup triumph as the best in the tournament's history after they upstaged a rampaging India in front of a vociferous crowd.

SFJ's Pannun booked for threatening attack during World Cup

SFJ's Pannun booked for threatening attack during World Cup

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

In the first information report (FIR), the cyber crime branch of the Ahmedabad police said that people from across the country have received Pannun's threat via a pre-recorded voice message sent from a foreign number.

IPL 2026: Batters innovate, bowlers adapt: Can the yorker survive T20's new reality?

IPL 2026: Batters innovate, bowlers adapt: Can the yorker survive T20's new reality?

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Experts debate the relevance of the yorker in modern T20 cricket, where high scores and innovative batting techniques challenge its effectiveness. While the yorker remains a valuable weapon, its execution demands greater precision and courage in today's batter-dominated game.

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Trent Boult said that he is hungry as ever to represent the country and play a big role in Kiwis lifting their maiden ICC Cricket World Cup in 2023

World Cup: Short break for India's players after New Zealand match

World Cup: Short break for India's players after New Zealand match

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

The Indian players are set to a short break after the World Cup clash against New Zealand in Dharamsala on Sunday to spend some time with their families.

Sreejesh lauds lion-hearted boys after comeback win

Sreejesh lauds lion-hearted boys after comeback win

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

A delighted Indian team chief coach PR Sreejesh lavished praise on his team's lion-hearted comeback to claim the bronze medal against Argentina, in the FIH Junior Men's World Cup, in Chennai, on Wednesday.

The Stars Who Won Us The 1983 World Cup

The Stars Who Won Us The 1983 World Cup

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

India, led by a young Kapil Dev, shocked the cricketing world as they upset the mighty West Indies in the final to win their first World Cup.

Kohli hits 53rd ODI ton; sets sight on Tendulkar's record!

Kohli hits 53rd ODI ton; sets sight on Tendulkar's record!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

This was Virat Kohli's 84th century in international cricket only behind Sachin Tendulkar, who holds the world record with 100 hundreds.

World Cup PIX: India demolish Pakistan to go top

World Cup PIX: India demolish Pakistan to go top

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between India and Pakistan at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday, October 14.

BCCI rejects plea to tweak World Cup schedule

BCCI rejects plea to tweak World Cup schedule

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

BCCI tells Hyderabad CA that no further change in schedule possible

T20 World Cup postponed due to coronavirus

T20 World Cup postponed due to coronavirus

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

This year's Twenty20 World Cup, which was scheduled to begin in Australia on October 18, has been postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sport's governing International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday.

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

World Cup: 'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood minced no words in admitting that any team in the world would want a rampaging bowling attack like India.

WPL auction: Hefty deals expected for Deepti, Gaud, Charani

WPL auction: Hefty deals expected for Deepti, Gaud, Charani

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Leading international cricketers, including Laura Wolvaardt and India's World Cup hero Deepti Sharma, will go under the hammer at the Women's Premier League auction in Delhi on Thursday, with bidding wars also expected for homegrown Kranti Gaud and Shree Charani.

Shafali wants to add more gloss to her trophy cabinet!

Shafali wants to add more gloss to her trophy cabinet!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The World Cup winners' medal is the latest addition to Verma's trophy cabinet, which also includes the 2023 Under-19 World Cup, the 2022 Asia Cup, the 2022 Asian Games gold medal and the 2022 Commonwealth Games silver.

Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Hasaranga too is returning from a chronic heel pain on his left leg, which forced him to miss the ongoing IPL.

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.

Injured Pandya set to miss more World Cup matches

Injured Pandya set to miss more World Cup matches

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

The India all-rounder is yet to recover from his ankle injury that rendered him out of action last week.

World Cup: 'Sometimes you've got to reach rock bottom to come back'

World Cup: 'Sometimes you've got to reach rock bottom to come back'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

West Indies Coach Daren Sammy remains positive that they will perform better in the upcoming Super Six stage matches to qualify for the ICC Men's World Cup.

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.

Belief drives Afghanistan's ICC World Cup campaign

Belief drives Afghanistan's ICC World Cup campaign

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Shahidi is well aware that Afghanistan can't go deep in the tournament relying solely on the spinners. The batters must step up.

World Cup: 'This Afghan side can beat any team'

World Cup: 'This Afghan side can beat any team'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott asserted on Saturday his side has what it takes to beat any team in the ongoing World Cup, taking in his stride the two defeats so far in the tournament.

WPL 2026: Can RCB and DC stop Mumbai Indians?

WPL 2026: Can RCB and DC stop Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Having retained the majority of their squad, MI will be the team to beat given their formidable batting, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals will be out to spoil their party.

US, Mexico to submit bid to co-host 2027 Women's World Cup

US, Mexico to submit bid to co-host 2027 Women's World Cup

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

US Soccer (USSF) and Mexico's football federation (FMF) have until May 19 to formally submit their 'Bidding Agreement'.