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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.

Can Jha & Team Convince Japan, Korea Etc?

Can Jha & Team Convince Japan, Korea Etc?

Rediff.com23 May 2025

JD-U MP Sanjay Kumar Jha heads a diplomatic mission to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan and Singapore, to seek international cooperation after the Pahalgam attack while highlighting Pakistan's role in cross-border terrorism.

PIX: Kishan-Pandya sizzle in the rain!

PIX: Kishan-Pandya sizzle in the rain!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya hit fifties to rally India in the rain-hit Asia Cup match in Pallekele on Saturday.

Why there's optimism about Indian women's football

Why there's optimism about Indian women's football

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'In the women's landscape, there are fewer years to correct.'

Afghan cricket short on cash, full of hope

Afghan cricket short on cash, full of hope

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Short of funds but bursting with confidence, Afghanistan's cricket team is itching to take on the best in the world.

Cricket to debut at 2006 Asiad

Cricket to debut at 2006 Asiad

Rediff.com8 Jul 2004

A record 40 disciplines, including chess, will feature at the Asian Games in Doha, Qatar.

Siraj donates prize money to Sri Lankan groundstaff

Siraj donates prize money to Sri Lankan groundstaff

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

India's match-winner Mohammed Siraj donated his Asia Cup player of the match prize award of US$ 5,000 to the Sri Lankan groundstaff.

Pak foreign ministry evaluating team's security ahead of WC in India

Pak foreign ministry evaluating team's security ahead of WC in India

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Doubts over Pakistan's participation has meant that the dates and venues for the World Cup are yet to be confirmed with just over three months left before the start of the tournament.

No India, no Champions Trophy? Here's what could happen

No India, no Champions Trophy? Here's what could happen

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Richard Thompson, have suggested that staging the Champions Trophy without powerhouse India is not an option and there are "contingencies available" if Rohit Sharma's team doesn't travel to host country Pakistan.

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Having been a pillar of support for Afghanistan cricket for close to a decade now, the BCCI is set to extend infrastructure and exposure-related assistance to Nepal's talented players with the aim to maintain a robust cricketing eco-system in the South Asian region.

Rain threatens Asia Cup: Venue change sparks controversy

Rain threatens Asia Cup: Venue change sparks controversy

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Asia Cup matches likely to be shifted out of Colombo after heavy rains

How Bangladesh cricketers are helping to fight COVID-19

How Bangladesh cricketers are helping to fight COVID-19

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

27 Bangladesh cricketers will be donating half their monthly salaries to fight the pandemic.

Virat Kohli, Babar Azam could play together

Virat Kohli, Babar Azam could play together

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Virat Kohli could line up beside Pakistan skipper Babar Azam in the same team next year

PICS: Record-crushing Kishan owns Pakistan bowlers

PICS: Record-crushing Kishan owns Pakistan bowlers

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The left-handed batter walked in at number five, with Men in Blue in trouble at 66/4 in 14.1 overs in India's Asia Cup opener against Pakistan in Pallekele on Sunday.

Dalmiya resigns as ACC chief

Dalmiya resigns as ACC chief

Rediff.com3 Dec 2005

Jagmohan Dalmiya resigned as president of the Asian Cricket Council and the Afro-Asian Cricket Cooperation.

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

We will play in India if India plays in Pakistan. But if India doesn't play in Pakistan, why should we play in India? So my solution was, let India vs Pakistan matches be played at neutral venue. That's all. You can't have your cake and eat it too, says PCB chief Najam Sethi.

Under-19 Asia Cup: India thrash Pakistan

Under-19 Asia Cup: India thrash Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

India comfortably crushed arch-rivals Pakistan by 60 runs

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The window for the Asia Cup this year is between September 1-17.

Why BCCI chief Binny is travelling to Pakistan

Why BCCI chief Binny is travelling to Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

BCCI president Roger Binny said he will be interacting with the Pakistan Cricket Board when he visits Pakistan for the Asia Cup.

Pakistan likely to pull out of Asia Cup

Pakistan likely to pull out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

There is a possibility that the Asia Cup might be scrapped entirely this year and India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan could end up playing a multi-team event in 50-overs format before the World Cup.

'Home ministry will decide if India will travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup'

'Home ministry will decide if India will travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Players' security is important said Sports Minister Anurag Thakur.

'No reason why India couldn't come to Pakistan'

'No reason why India couldn't come to Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

PCB chief Ramiz Raja said Pakistan would not accept the Asia Cup being moved out of the country only because India could not tour the country.

'Can Pak beat India 3-0 in Asia Cup?

'Can Pak beat India 3-0 in Asia Cup?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

India and Pakistan will play at least two games in the Asia Cup, and possibly a third if they feature in the final.

Ranatunga rips into ICC, ACC for bias towards India

Ranatunga rips into ICC, ACC for bias towards India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

'I won't be surprised if they change the rule before the India-Pakistan game (in World Cup). ICC will keep their mouth shut and say 'OK, do it'. ICC just talks rubbish, nothing happens.'

Asia Cup postponed due to COVID-19, Sri Lanka swap hosting rights with Pakistan

Asia Cup postponed due to COVID-19, Sri Lanka swap hosting rights with Pakistan

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The ACC said in a statement it is hoping to stage the Twenty20 competition, which will feature six countries including India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, in June next year.

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

If the start of the match is delayed due to rain, the umpires might consider reducing the number of overs. A minimum of 20 overs in each innings is needed to decide the winners in an One-Day International.

World Cup 2023: Will Indian fans be the game-changers?

World Cup 2023: Will Indian fans be the game-changers?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The former pacer believes that the Indian team is in possession of a "good squad" but the support from the fan base will also play a crucial role in their journey.

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.

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The PCB demanded compensation from the Asian Cricket Council for the loss of gate money it has suffered due to Asia Cup matches being held in Sri Lanka.

Afridi Wants Modi To Do This...

Afridi Wants Modi To Do This...

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

'I would request Mr Modi to improve the relations between India and Pakistan and arrange a match between the two teams.'

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

An injury-hit Pakistan will have the tough task of taming a high-spirited Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a virtual semi-final match in the Asia Cup 2023 match on Thursday.

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The broadcaster too has explained the difficulties to relocate their equipment and staff to Hambantota, a deep Southern district, at such a short notice.

India's 2036 Games bid: 'It should uplift and deliver benefits'

India's 2036 Games bid: 'It should uplift and deliver benefits'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'...we say that sport is this great phenomenon that is so wonderful and it's healthy and it's good for us all. Let's make sure that it doesn't bring suffering or disadvantage to anybody because of a major event that's come.'

Asia Cup: India Needs To Be Wary Of Sri Lanka

Asia Cup: India Needs To Be Wary Of Sri Lanka

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Sri Lanka has risen as a noteworthy contender in the Asia Cup, while Bangladesh's growth and potential have garnered attention.

India-Pakistan series on cards this year?

India-Pakistan series on cards this year?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

Ramiz Raja says he will discuss his proposal to launch a four-nation ODI tournament with Sourav Ganguly

India to send second string men's team for Asian Games

India to send second string men's team for Asian Games

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Cricket has been played only thrice in Asian Games history and India did not take part in the event when it was last held in Incheon in 2014.

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Zaka Ashraf said he "will not block" the decision taken by his predecessor Najam Sethi

PIX: Sri Lanka stun India to win women's T20 Asia Cup

PIX: Sri Lanka stun India to win women's T20 Asia Cup

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Chamari Athapaththu and Harshitha Samarawickrama smashed half-centuries as Sri Lanka stunned India by eight wickets in the final.

BCCI's visit to Pakistan: What did they discuss?

BCCI's visit to Pakistan: What did they discuss?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Binny and Shukla travelled to Pakistan following an invitation to members of the Asian Cricket Council

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The likely new chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf has rejected his predecessor Najam Sethi's much-publicised "hybrid model" for the upcoming Asia Cup.