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Pakistan Women to go on the offensive at T20 World Cup, says coach Wahab Riaz

Pakistan Women to go on the offensive at T20 World Cup, says coach Wahab Riaz

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Pakistan women's team head coach Wahab Riaz has insisted that his side will not compromise on playing an attacking brand of cricket during the T20 World Cup in England, beginning on Friday.

'India are favourites for T20 World Cup': Jemimah

'India are favourites for T20 World Cup': Jemimah

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

India are not lacking in self-belief after their historic women's ODI World Cup triumph last year and they are the "favourites" to win the upcoming T20 World Cup in England, says star batter Jemimah Rodrigues.

My Job Is To Win Trophies, I Don't Care About Likes: Gambhir

My Job Is To Win Trophies, I Don't Care About Likes: Gambhir

Rediff.com2 days ago

Gautam Gambhir, India's head coach, dismisses criticism over recent poor results, stating his sole focus is on winning trophies for the country.

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The situation in fact is not that worrying for Thursday and IMD regional director Ganesh Das said the rain is expected to be "light and moderate".

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Group A winners India will take on World champions Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The Oval in London has been confirmed as the venue for the 2027 ICC World Test Championship Final, scheduled from June 9-13. This marks the second time The Oval will host the final, having previously done so in 2023. Nine teams are currently competing in the ongoing WTC cycle, with Australia leading the standings, followed by South Africa and New Zealand, as the race intensifies with crucial upcoming series.

T20 Women's World Cup: How India Can Qualify For Semi-Final

T20 Women's World Cup: How India Can Qualify For Semi-Final

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

India stayed alive in the Women's T20 World Cup with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh. Here's how Harmanpreet Kaur's side can qualify for the semi-finals, with Australia and South Africa still in the equation.

Babar Azam reappointed as Test captain for long-term stability: PCB

Babar Azam reappointed as Test captain for long-term stability: PCB

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Senior PCB selector Aaqib Javed has revealed that Shan Masood's leadership and game management issues led to Babar Azam's reinstatement as Pakistan's Test captain. The PCB plans to give Babar a long-term run, backing him for two to three years to bring stability ahead of challenging tours to the West Indies and England.

Australia, South Africa ODI washed out

Australia, South Africa ODI washed out

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

South Africa's match against Australia in the triangular one-day international series was abandoned after just one over in Barbados due to rain on Sunday.

Why India Are T20 World Cup Favourites, According To Chopra

Why India Are T20 World Cup Favourites, According To Chopra

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Former India captain Anjum Chopra believes the Indian women's cricket team are favourites for the upcoming T20 World Cup, highlighting their familiarity with English conditions and the return of key players.

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is set to bring together the world's top teams for a month of fast-paced, high-stakes cricket, as they compete for the biggest prize in the shortest format of the game.

Australia, South Africa fined for slow over-rates

Australia, South Africa fined for slow over-rates

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

Australia and South Africa have been fined for maintaining slow over-rates during their first One-day International at the WACA.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

Mitchell Starc Gives Ultimate Husband Goals... Again

Mitchell Starc Gives Ultimate Husband Goals... Again

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Australian cricketer Mitchell Starc is once again giving husband goals to all the men out there.

IPL Shadow Looms As Pakistan Stars Face Hundred Snub

IPL Shadow Looms As Pakistan Stars Face Hundred Snub

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Pakistan cricketers may be overlooked by IPL-linked franchises in The Hundred auction, a report claims, raising fresh questions over fairness and politics in global T20 leagues.

U19 World Cup: Australia, South Africa book semis berth

U19 World Cup: Australia, South Africa book semis berth

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

Australia and South Africa advanced to the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup after winning their respective quarterfinal matches on Sunday.

'India, Australia, South Africa favourites to win 2015 World Cup'

'India, Australia, South Africa favourites to win 2015 World Cup'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2014

With the teams entering the final phase of their preparations for next year's World Cup, former batting great Ian Chappell said defending champions India, Australia and South Africa are the favourites to win the game's showpiece event.

Why Nitish Reddy Didn't Bowl a Single Over

Why Nitish Reddy Didn't Bowl a Single Over

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Nitish Kumar Reddy made waves with a quick-fire 43 in the second Test, even without bowling a single delivery, as head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized the focus on experience over overs.

Kohli did a magnificent job as India captain: Shastri

Kohli did a magnificent job as India captain: Shastri

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Former coach Ravi Shastri praised Virat Kohli's tenure as India's captain, stating that he did he a 'magnificent job' both as a skipper and a batter.

UAE become last team to qualify for T20 World Cup

UAE become last team to qualify for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

United Arab Emirates became the 20th and last team to qualify for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after beating Japan by eight wickets in the last Asia/EAP Qualifying game here on Thursday.

On cusp of history, Harman ready to experience winning

On cusp of history, Harman ready to experience winning

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Harmanpreet before WC final: Know how it feels to lose, looking toward to experience winning

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

'A big relief': Mandhana after India storm into WC semis

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

India bounced back from three successive defeats after starting the Women's World Cup as one of the favourites.

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Now or never! India face NZ in must-win women's WC clash

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur's side would become the fourth team to book the semifinal berth if they get the better of the White Ferns here on the familiar mat of the DY Patil Stadium.

'Don't think India vs Pakistan is a contest anymore'

'Don't think India vs Pakistan is a contest anymore'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Former BCCI president and batting great Sourav Ganguly on Monday side-stepped the debate surrounding Indian players' refusal to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts after their Asia Cup clash in Dubai but said terrorism must end "all around the world, not just India and Pakistan."

Pakistan won't travel to India for Women's ODI World Cup

Pakistan won't travel to India for Women's ODI World Cup

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

The PCB chief said India and ICC being the hosts of the tournament would decide on the neutral venue.

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A look at South Africa's tormented past when they failed to get over the line at key junctures in World Cups.

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A look back at a few memorable showdowns in the last decade and half that had the quintessential crests and troughs of Test cricket.

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

CSK batting is sorted now because Ruturaj Gaikwad will be coming back: MS Dhoni

How Ponting guided Punjab Kings' foreign players through crisis

How Ponting guided Punjab Kings' foreign players through crisis

Rediff.com11 May 2025

With the announcement of IPL resumption imminent, Punjab find themselves well-placed with majority of their star Indian and foreign players already in the country and on standby.

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

What Pitch Can India Expect At Lord's?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The third Test at Lord's could well be the series' turning point. This isn't just about team combinations or tactical tweaks anymore. The pitch has emerged as a defining factor -- one that could tilt the balance of power in a contest hanging delicately at 1-1.

Sachin Tendulkar to make T20 comeback in new league!

Sachin Tendulkar to make T20 comeback in new league!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar will be back in action on a cricket field as he will feature in the inaugural International Masters League (IML), a six-team T20 competition, to be held later this year across three venues.

Jr Hockey World Cup: India, Pakistan Drawn In Pool B

Jr Hockey World Cup: India, Pakistan Drawn In Pool B

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

India are clubbed alongside Pakistan in Pool B in Junior Men's Hockey World Cup to be held in Chennai and Madurai.

Champions Trophy to be held entirely in Pakistan: PCB

Champions Trophy to be held entirely in Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the Champions Trophy would be held entirely in Pakistan.

Ponting turns up heat on South Africa

Ponting turns up heat on South Africa

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

The pressure is likely to be on South Africa in the return series against Australia, said visiting captain Ricky Ponting when his squad flew in on Monday.

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Unleash Varun! Shastri backs mystery spinner for semis

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Former players lauded Varun Chakravarthy's bowling display against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, with Ravi Shastri advocating for his inclusion in the semifinals.

Conspiracy Theories Behind India's Win

Conspiracy Theories Behind India's Win

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Pakistani fans forget that Dubai was once Pakistan's home ground where they played all their international matches until Imran Khan became the country's prime minister.

Champions Trophy: Match called off, Pakistan finish at bottom

Champions Trophy: Match called off, Pakistan finish at bottom

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The Champions Trophy match between hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Thursday was called off

Market outlook 2025: Brokerages on opportunities, risks, investible themes

Market outlook 2025: Brokerages on opportunities, risks, investible themes

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

From the outcome of the general elections and then Union Budget to tepid corporate earnings in the September 2024 quarter (Q2-FY25), sticky inflation and Reserve Bank of India's stance on interest rates, extreme weather conditions, Indian stock markets have braved it all in calendar year 2024.

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan on March 1

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan on March 1

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The BCCI is yet to give its consent to the tentative schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy next year.

Amazon's Black Friday: Unions to join protests

Amazon's Black Friday: Unions to join protests

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Several Indian traders, hawkers, as well as transport and gig workers' unions will join a global campaign by Make Amazon Pay coalition happening across close to 40 countries on Black Friday to protest alleged exploitative practices by the tech giant. Employees in the US, the UK, India, Japan, Australia, South Africa and across Europe are demanding better wages and working conditions as the cost-of-living crisis deepens, as part of the campaign. Trade unions, including Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal, Hawkers' Joint Action Committee, Gig Workers' Association, and All India People Science Network, will join the campaign.