News for '2023 World Cup'

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.

Leadership shake-up: Shaheen reveals what Rizwan told him

Leadership shake-up: Shaheen reveals what Rizwan told him

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Accepted captaincy after Rizwan said he would step doIn an interesting revelation, Pakistan's ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has claimed that he only accepted the captaincy after his predecessor Mohammad Rizwan said he would step down.wn: Shaheen

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.

'Fire and Ice' replaced by 'Fire and ...'

'Fire and Ice' replaced by 'Fire and ...'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Indian cricket fraternity shared their views on India's T20I World Cup squad, which threw up several surprises with the return of Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan, while Jitesh Sharma missed out and Shubman Gill was dropped.

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

SA squad for T20 WC: Markram to lead; Stubbs dropped

SA squad for T20 WC: Markram to lead; Stubbs dropped

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

South Africa unveils T20 World Cup 2026 squad; Markram named captain

You Won't Believe Mohamed Salah's Liverpool Stats

You Won't Believe Mohamed Salah's Liverpool Stats

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Mohamed Salah is set to conclude his remarkable nine-year tenure with Liverpool FC at the end of the 2025-26 season. This article highlights his key achievements, records, and statistics during his time at Anfield.

'I'm playing to win every game with renewed energy'

'I'm playing to win every game with renewed energy'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Quinton de Kock had retired from ODIs after the 2023 World Cup and had not played T20Is since the loss to India in the 2024 T20 World Cup final until October.

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Pamela Conti named new head coach of Indian U-17 women's team

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Former Italy international Pamela Conti was on Sunday named head coach of the Indian women's U-17 team to take charge of the country's AFC Asian Cup campaign later this year, second such appointment of a national side this month made by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

South African Walter named New Zealand coach

South African Walter named New Zealand coach

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Walter, who led South Africa to the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup and final of last year's Twenty20 World Cup, is contracted through to the end of the 2028 World Cup, which New Zealand is co-hosting with Australia.

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A look back at the thrilling encounters between India and New Zealand in ICC tournament knockout stages, highlighting key moments and memorable performances.

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Sixes, Trophies, Heartbreaks: Rohit's ODI Captaincy Legacy!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Under Rohit Sharma, India won the 2018 and 2023 ODI Asia Cup, runners-up position in the 2023 World Cup at home and triumphed in the the ICC Champions Trophy in March.

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.

Boxing Nationals: No stopping Nikhat, Lovlina!

Boxing Nationals: No stopping Nikhat, Lovlina!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Nikhat, Lovlina win titles at Boxing Nationals; Hussamuddin caps comeback with gold

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.

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.

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Pujara backs Kohli-Rohit, calls for honesty with Shami

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Thursday stressed that each and every bilateral assignment will be "very important" now for stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as India look ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

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.

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'.

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.

'Impact Player takes a lot of the skill out of the game'

'Impact Player takes a lot of the skill out of the game'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson has criticised the IPL's Impact Player rule, joining a growing number of players who believe it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia's former pacer will be back in Pakistan cricket as head coach of Pakistan Super League's new franchise, Kingsmen Hyderabad, after parting ways with PCB in late 2024 following a stint with the national men's team.

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Hardik Singh to lead India in FIH Pro League's Hobart leg

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Hardik Singh has been named captain of the Indian men's hockey team for the FIH Pro League matches in Hobart, following Harmanpreet Singh's withdrawal due to personal reasons.

Pant, Siraj in focus as India pick ODI squad vs NZ

Pant, Siraj in focus as India pick ODI squad vs NZ

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The indefatigable duo of Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Siraj is expected to be the big talking point on Saturday when the selectors pick a 15-member Indian ODI squad for a three-match series against New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara.

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.

Cricket World Cup qualifiers postponed due to coronavirus

Cricket World Cup qualifiers postponed due to coronavirus

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

The International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday that all qualifying events for the 2021 Twenty20 World Cup and 50-overs version in 2023 that were scheduled to be held before June 30 have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The flu-like virus has infected more than 470,800 people around the world and killed over 21,200 so far, since appearing in China at the end of last year.

Will Boult return to Black Caps for ODI World Cup?

Will Boult return to Black Caps for ODI World Cup?

Rediff.com11 May 2023

'Cricket bankrolled primarily by India and that is a positive'

ODI World Cup: 'Warner and Head will be Australia's key openers'

ODI World Cup: 'Warner and Head will be Australia's key openers'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Former Australia cricketer Matthew Hayden feels that David Warner and Travis Head are the ideal duo to open for Australia at the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup which is set to begin on October 5.

World Cup: Labuschagne, Head in final Australian squad; Agar misses out

World Cup: Labuschagne, Head in final Australian squad; Agar misses out

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Marnus Labuschagne broke into Australia's 15-member squad for the 50-over World Cup in India at the last possible moment on Thursday on the back of his strong recent form while injured opener Travis Head was also included.

World Cup PIX: Dominant Australia thrash SL for first win!

World Cup PIX: Dominant Australia thrash SL for first win!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Australia at the Ekana Sports City Stadium in Lucknow.

Rescued UP worker regrets missing World Cup final

Rescued UP worker regrets missing World Cup final

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

For a 25-year-old Manjeet Chauhan stuck in Silkyara tunnel survival hinged on a picture of his parents and words of a lost brother, whom he took as a role model after his death in an accident last year.

Post-World Cup defeat, Dravid keeps mum on future

Post-World Cup defeat, Dravid keeps mum on future

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Rahul Dravid needs time to reflect on his future with the national team even as his his two-year contract ended on Sunday.

Messi pips Haaland to win FIFA's best player of 2023

Messi pips Haaland to win FIFA's best player of 2023

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Erling Haaland had the same points as Lionel Messi but lost out by having fewer first-place votes from national team captains.

T2-0 WC: Skipping India game may hit PCB where it hurts

T2-0 WC: Skipping India game may hit PCB where it hurts

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) could face massive financial losses if the ICC's all-powerful governing board decides to penalise them for refusing to play the T20 World Cup match against India on February 15 in Colombo.

Is it going to be Samson over SKY for World Cup?

Is it going to be Samson over SKY for World Cup?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Former India player Mohammad Kaif believes that Sanju Samson should be picked for the ODI World Cup at home in October-November.

Why England's batters haven't fired in the World Cup...

Why England's batters haven't fired in the World Cup...

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

England's batters have failed miserably in the World Cup and need to read situations better as the team looks to bounce back from the brink, says assistant coach Marcus Trescothick.

World Cup: The secret behind Shami's 5-star show!

World Cup: The secret behind Shami's 5-star show!

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

'Shami always knew that he would be required at some point in time and for that he was always prepared.'

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Gavaskar, Kapil Join Global Captains' Appeal for Imran Khan

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 12 other former international captains have written to Pakistan's government expressing concern over jailed ex-PM Imran Khan's health and calling for proper medical care and dignified treatment.

Saurabh Walker: New Zealand banking on Indian analyst for World Cup

Saurabh Walker: New Zealand banking on Indian analyst for World Cup

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Shaping strategies to suit different oppositions and venues will be key for every team during the World Cup and New Zealand have an Indian, who is familiar with conditions and owns the data to assist them -- Saurabh Walkar, their performance analyst.