News for '2023 World Cup'

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The marquee World Cup clash between India and Pakistan will be held in Ahmedabad on October 14, instead of originally scheduled date of October 15.

Will Pakistan travel to India for World Cup?

Will Pakistan travel to India for World Cup?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

The PCB clarified that the concept of a 'hybrid model' of tournament was strictly pertaining to Asia Cup since India will not travel to Pakistan.

Gurjant Singh announces retirement from international hockey

Gurjant Singh announces retirement from international hockey

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist Gurjant Singh has retired from international hockey after a successful career, citing a back injury and the desire to give younger players a chance.

World Cup final: Five key battles to watch out for

World Cup final: Five key battles to watch out for

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

A look at match-ups that could potentially decide the winner of the ICC World Cup final between India and Australia in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Confident Australia back on top ahead of World Cup

Confident Australia back on top ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Australia leave India with the world number one ranking in one-day cricket and will return to the subcontinent for this year's World Cup with confidence after edging the hosts 2-1 in the series.

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.

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Pakistan's top players including Mohammed Rizwan and Shadab Khan lavished praise on India's batting great Virat Kohli.

World Cup: Babar Azam feels 'at home' in Hyderabad

World Cup: Babar Azam feels 'at home' in Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Overwhelmed with hospitality since arriving in India, Babar Azam is completely feeling "at home" in Hyderabad but didn't forget to add that Pakistan cricket fans have been missed amid their build-up for the World Cup.

Williamson out of New Zealand's World Cup opener vs England

Williamson out of New Zealand's World Cup opener vs England

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Kane Williamson will play both of New Zealand's warm-up matches but will skip the tournament opener against England.

'Foreign Indian conditions' blamed for Pakistan World Cup flop

'Foreign Indian conditions' blamed for Pakistan World Cup flop

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Pakistan are hurt by their woeful World Cup show and Grant Bradburn, their head coach, blames it on "foreign" Indian conditions and the lack of familiarity with the venues.

Praggnanandhaa loses to Carlsen in Chess World Cup final

Praggnanandhaa loses to Carlsen in Chess World Cup final

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa went down to World No 1 Magnus Carlsen in the FIDE Chess World Cup final, in Baku, on Thursday.

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Rajeev Shukla recalled his conversations with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, revealing that the 'Master Blaster' had expressed confidence that a young Virat Kohli could one day break his major batting records.

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rashid Khan: Precision, not predictability, is the key

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has rejected claims that batters have worked him out, saying consistent execution, not new variations, will define his impact at the upcoming T20 World Cup.

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.

World Cup: Rain threatens New Zealand's semi-final bid

World Cup: Rain threatens New Zealand's semi-final bid

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'There's lots of things that we can't control and the weather is one of those.'

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Explosive left-hander Rinku Singh has emerged a "contender" for the finisher's spot in India's T20 World Cup squad, according to Ashish Nehra. The former India pacer though believes that the batter will face stiff challenge for the position from fellow-cricketers.

Rohit and Virat should open at T20 World Cup: Ganguly

Rohit and Virat should open at T20 World Cup: Ganguly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

For him, selection for T20 World Cup shouldn't be based on one IPL season.

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.

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.

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.

Theegala, Bhatia, and Yellamaraju to compete at RBC Heritage

Theegala, Bhatia, and Yellamaraju to compete at RBC Heritage

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Sahith Theegala, Akshay Bhatia, and Sudarshan Yellamaraju, all of Indian origin, are set to compete at the RBC Heritage, a USD 20 million Signature event at Harbour Town Golf Links. The event boasts a strong field including Scottie Scheffler and Cameron Young.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Nikhat vows to bounce back from Worlds heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Two-time gold medallist Nikhat Zareen has put behind the disappointment of missing out on a third World Championships medal, and is now focussed on collecting maximum ranking points by winning the top prize in the upcoming World Boxing Cup Finals.

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

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.

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.

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.

R. Vaishali's Candidates Triumph: The Making Of A Chess Champion Through Family And Perseverance

R. Vaishali's Candidates Triumph: The Making Of A Chess Champion Through Family And Perseverance

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

R. Vaishali, the newly-crowned Candidates champion, exemplifies quiet intensity and strong values, nurtured by a supportive family, as she prepares for the World Championship showdown against Ju Wenjun.

Ahmedabad set to host 2026 T20 WC final

Ahmedabad set to host 2026 T20 WC final

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

India will go into the home World Cup as defending champions, having won the previous edition in Barbados in June last year.

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.

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?

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

K L Rahul Ends India's Epic Toss Jinx!

K L Rahul Ends India's Epic Toss Jinx!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Captain K L Rahul broke India's infamous toss jinx on Saturday as the hosts won the coin flip for the first time in 21 ODIs.

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.

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.

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.

Blow for USA Cricket! Aaron Jones suspended for alleged match fixing

Blow for USA Cricket! Aaron Jones suspended for alleged match fixing

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

USA batter Aaron Jones has been provisionally suspended for alleged fixing during the BIM10 league in Barbados in 2023-2024.