News for 'Asia Cup'

2026 T20 World Cup: India take on USA in opener

2026 T20 World Cup: India take on USA in opener

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Defending champions India will open their campaign against USA in Mumbai on February 7 before facing Namibia in Delhi on February 12.

West Indies players stranded in India after T20 World Cup leave on commercial flights

West Indies players stranded in India after T20 World Cup leave on commercial flights

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

West Indies players are leaving India on commercial flights in batches after their departure was delayed due to international airspace closures amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Caribbean side's governing body CWI said on Tuesday.

Asia Cup PIX: Rauf, Imam guide Pakistan to comfortable win

Asia Cup PIX: Rauf, Imam guide Pakistan to comfortable win

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Haris Rauf bowled a couple of hostile spells, while Imam-ul-Haq struck a silken 78 as Pakistan secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a Super Four clash of the Asia Cup, in Lahore on Wednesday.

Bangladesh may skip Asia Cup

Bangladesh may skip Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2009

Bangladesh might not feature in the Asia Cup one-day tournament planned next year in Malaysia due to prior international commitments.

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma admitted that his side has not played its best cricket in the Asia Cup

Asia Cup: India can play their matches at a neutral venue: PCB's proposal

Asia Cup: India can play their matches at a neutral venue: PCB's proposal

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

PCB chief Najam Sethi said that they had sent a proposal to ACC that India can play their matches at a neutral venue.

India A, Pakistan skip handshakes again...

India A, Pakistan skip handshakes again...

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Players of both India A and Pakistan Shaheens teams on Sunday avoided handshakes before the start of their match in the Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament here, continuing the trend started by the senior side during the Asia Cup in September.

Bhambri, Nagal Get Financial Aid to Prep for Asian Games, Davis Cup

Bhambri, Nagal Get Financial Aid to Prep for Asian Games, Davis Cup

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Yuki Bhambri and Sumit Nagal receive financial assistance to prepare for the 2026 Asian Games and Davis Cup, while Dhakshineswar Suresh joins the Target Asian Games Group.

'Cup cheen sakte hain...' Varun's veiled dig at Naqvi!

'Cup cheen sakte hain...' Varun's veiled dig at Naqvi!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Spinner Varun Chakravarthy has taken a veiled dig at Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi for refusing to hand over the Asia Cup trophy to Team India in Dubai, saying that while the trophy can be withheld, nobody can take away the title of "champions" from India.

Asia Cup PIX: India-Pakistan match called off due to rain

Asia Cup PIX: India-Pakistan match called off due to rain

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan was called off due to persistent rain in Pallekele on Saturday.

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan?

Paris heartbreak still haunts Deepika ahead of Asian Games

Paris heartbreak still haunts Deepika ahead of Asian Games

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Indian archer Deepika Kumari is prioritising mental conditioning as she prepares for the Asian Games, aiming to overcome past Olympic disappointments and secure a podium finish.

Gurindervir Singh's Record Run Sparks Sub-10 Second Hopes

Gurindervir Singh's Record Run Sparks Sub-10 Second Hopes

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Gurindervir Singh's record-breaking 10.09-second run in the 100m at the Federation Cup National Championships has ignited hopes for Indian athletes to finally break the coveted sub-10-second barrier. Experts believe that with the right training, equipment, and opportunities, an Indian sprinter could achieve this milestone in the near future.

Pak retaliate over Asia Cup venue change, threaten to skip 2022 WC

Pak retaliate over Asia Cup venue change, threaten to skip 2022 WC

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

"The PCB is wondering, in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to the UAE instead of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC, not the President," the PCB source said.

Shakib Al Hasan appointed Bangladesh captain for Asia Cup, T20 WC

Shakib Al Hasan appointed Bangladesh captain for Asia Cup, T20 WC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Asia Cup will be held in the UAE, Australia will host the T20 showpiece in October-November.

Pakistan announce T20 World Cup squad amid drama

Pakistan announce T20 World Cup squad amid drama

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

After veiled boycott threat, Pakistan name 15-member squad for T20 World Cup.

Asia Cup: Will India field this team against Pakistan?

Asia Cup: Will India field this team against Pakistan?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

It will be interesting to see who among the three -- Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda and Dinesh Karthik -- are picked for the two slots in the middle order.

Asia Cup: Middle-order woes hamper India-Pak as rain looms

Asia Cup: Middle-order woes hamper India-Pak as rain looms

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Pakistan does not have any injury concerns but they are one of the most undercooked ODI sides at the moment. Since the 2019 World Cup, the 'Green Brigade' has played just 29 ODIs, whereas India have played 57 matches in the same period. - Asia Cup 2023

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Amid an escalating regional war, questions deepen over whether Iran's soccer team will compete at this year's FIFA World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Sreesanth to miss Asia Cup

Sreesanth to miss Asia Cup

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

Pacer S Sreesanth was on Tuesday ruled out of the Asia Cup later this month as he has not fully recovered from the left external oblique injury sustained during the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2026: 'We were surprised': Riyan Parag on RR batting collapse vs SRH

IPL 2026: 'We were surprised': Riyan Parag on RR batting collapse vs SRH

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag attributes his team's first IPL defeat of the season to a combination of factors, including misreading the pace of deliveries and shortcomings in bowling execution against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

'Pakistan bowlers fear facing Indian batters?'

'Pakistan bowlers fear facing Indian batters?'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

S Badrinath reacts after Pakistan boycott India clash at T20 World Cup, joking it may be fear of India's explosive batting line-up.

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'

Bangladesh crush UAE to win U-19 Asia Cup

Bangladesh crush UAE to win U-19 Asia Cup

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Bangladesh crushed UAE by 195 runs to win the Under-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

Have Pakistan unearthed their next batting star?

Have Pakistan unearthed their next batting star?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Sameer Minhas underlines his early promise with a clutch hundred against India

T20 World Cup: JioStar threatens to sue Pakistan for India match boycott

T20 World Cup: JioStar threatens to sue Pakistan for India match boycott

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

T20WC Boycott: Broadcasters may move court against PCB

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Harbhajan Singh urges India to play Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq carefully ahead of the T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, while Nayan Mongia backs Hardik Pandya to shine under pressure.

Pakistan sack women's coach after World Cup debacle

Pakistan sack women's coach after World Cup debacle

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Pakistan, led by Fatima Sana, failed to register a single victory in the Women's ODI World Cup -- losing four matches and three games abandoned because of rain in Colombo.

T20 WC: 'India Hold Edge but Pakistan Won't Be Easy'

T20 WC: 'India Hold Edge but Pakistan Won't Be Easy'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Chamara Kapugedera hails Sri Lanka hosting the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, backs India to have slight edge and calls Abhishek Sharma a potential game-changer.

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India begins their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA, aiming to leverage their strong team composition and recent form to secure a victory.

Asia Cup 2023 dates, venue announced: Matches to get underway in Pakistan

Asia Cup 2023 dates, venue announced: Matches to get underway in Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Thursday, confirmed that the tournament will be played between August 31st to September 17.

IPL 2026: Tilak Varma: Batter Who Understands Tempo

IPL 2026: Tilak Varma: Batter Who Understands Tempo

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Tilak Varma's innings turned the night into a spectacle, his knock erupting after a slow start. The way he changed gears to accelerate the run flow was a beauty.

KL Rahul revs up for double duty in upcoming Asia Cup

KL Rahul revs up for double duty in upcoming Asia Cup

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Rahul will, in all probability, travel to Sri Lanka for the Asia Cup and the India team for the tournament will be selected on August 21.

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

Will crisis-ridden Sri Lanka still host Asia Cup 2022?

Will crisis-ridden Sri Lanka still host Asia Cup 2022?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The economic situation has led to huge protests with demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Padma Chorol and the rise of Indian women's ice hockey

Padma Chorol and the rise of Indian women's ice hockey

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

From speed skating to historic Asian ice hockey bronze, Padma trailblazer journey

Asia Cup: Broadcast deal could be in jeopardy if Indo-Pak clash doesn't happen

Asia Cup: Broadcast deal could be in jeopardy if Indo-Pak clash doesn't happen

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

A lucrative media deal could be in trouble if a solution isn't found to break the deadlock between India and Pakistan on the Asia Cup issue.

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: How SKY decides who plays and who gets rested

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: How SKY decides who plays and who gets rested

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav emphasizes the importance of a positive dressing room environment for tactical flexibility and making tough decisions to improve team performance in cricket.

U-19 Asia Cup: Seven-star Raj helps India beat Nepal to enter semis

U-19 Asia Cup: Seven-star Raj helps India beat Nepal to enter semis

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Limbani, the lanky 18-year-old right-armer from Baroda, who primarily bowls inswingers at mid 120s, didn't let any of the Nepalese batters settle down and pitched it up, getting sufficient movement.

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

The young Tilak Varma was included in the Indian team for the Asia Cup as the sixth specialist batter.