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The next big step in women's cricket...

The next big step in women's cricket...

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

Australian captain Meg Lanning believes starting an Indian Premier League will be the next 'big step' in women's cricket.

CA name pay war boss Roberts as new CEO

CA name pay war boss Roberts as new CEO

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

A former first class batsman for New South Wales with a strong corporate background, the 46-year-old Roberts has been Sutherland's deputy for a number of years since joining the CA board as an independent director in 2012.

The 'DROP' Which Cost Australia The Game

The 'DROP' Which Cost Australia The Game

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

If you drop Virat Kohli's catch, it's bound to give you nightmares.

Former skipper Hooper on what's hampering West Indies cricket

Former skipper Hooper on what's hampering West Indies cricket

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

'So we are missing players. Evin Lewis just decided to push back on a central contract. He is good enough to play Test cricket. So the shorter versions of the game curtail our progress. Having said that, it would be unfair to blame the players for making the choice (of playing IPL). We all want to be financially secure at the end of the day'

Bangladesh rule out neutral venue for England series

Bangladesh rule out neutral venue for England series

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has ruled out a neutral venue for their home series against England should the visiting team cancel their tour of the south Asian country after the July 1 attack at an upmarket Dhaka restaurant that left 20 dead.

How will IPL's foreign players return home?

How will IPL's foreign players return home?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

We will find a way to send back foreign players, says IPL chairman Brijesh Patel.

'Indian cricket can depend on Pujara'

'Indian cricket can depend on Pujara'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

'Cheteshwar Pujara is the wall (of Indian cricket) after Rahul Dravid. He is the Indian wall like the China Wall (referring to the Great Wall of China).'

Cricket Australia claims all Test nations want day-night matches

Cricket Australia claims all Test nations want day-night matches

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

'To a person, full member countries and their CEOs stated their absolute support of Test cricket being played under lights'

Australian McDermott throws his hat into ring for India coach job

Australian McDermott throws his hat into ring for India coach job

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

Former Australia fast bowler Craig McDermott has applied for the post of India head coach, which will become vacant after the ongoing Champions Trophy campaign.

Amazon Prime bags India rights for all matches in New Zealand

Amazon Prime bags India rights for all matches in New Zealand

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Amazon Prime Video becomes the first Indian streaming service to secure exclusive live cricket rights from a major cricketing board.

If rebel league takes off, there won't be Test cricket, says Warner

If rebel league takes off, there won't be Test cricket, says Warner

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

Australian batsman David Warner expressed apprehension about Test cricket's survival should the proposed 'rebel' league to be bankrolled by Indian business tycoon Subhash Chandra takes flight but added that the vast sums of money on offer could not be easily rejected by players.

Dean Jones rubbishes claims of deportation from Pakistan

Dean Jones rubbishes claims of deportation from Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Dec 2015

Airport authorities in Islamabad, on Sunday, claimed to have deported Dean Jones because of an expired visa, but the former Australian batsman insisted that he had to return home because of incomplete documents.

Might have to change combinations as we go forward: Rohit

Might have to change combinations as we go forward: Rohit

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Rohit Sharma on Sunday admitted that the biggest challenge in front of his side would be to play in different conditions over the course of the World Cup.

Aus to play UAE in one-off T20I as warm-up before Pak series

Aus to play UAE in one-off T20I as warm-up before Pak series

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Australia and Pakistan are currently playing the second match of a two-Test series in the UAE, with Tim Paine's side seeking their first series win in Asia since 2011 after a battling draw in the last match.

A day after meek surrender, Lyon backs Australian batsmen

A day after meek surrender, Lyon backs Australian batsmen

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

A sympathetic Nathan Lyon is not too worried about the Australian batsmen's abject first-innings surrender in the third Test against India, saying 'success for them is around the corner'.

BCCI gets PCB support on Siva's ICC appointment

BCCI gets PCB support on Siva's ICC appointment

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Pakistan has supported the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) in the controversial appointment of L Sivaramakrishnan as a player's representative in the ICC, saying that it voted against incumbent Tim May due to its own disliking for the Australian.

How Harmanpreet's 'golden arm' led to India's fightback

How Harmanpreet's 'golden arm' led to India's fightback

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

India Women's Deepti Sharma on Saturday hailed Harmanpreet Kaur for being a "magical bowler" on a tough third day of the ongoing Test against Australia, after the skipper provided two crucial breakthroughs to provide some relief to her side.

Cricket Buzz: Dravid's proposal gets BCCI backing

Cricket Buzz: Dravid's proposal gets BCCI backing

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Dravid, who is also tipped to take additional charge as the director of NationalCricketAcademy in Bengaluru, had recently suggested that talented young cricketers should get some vocational training, which can help them later in their lives.

Australia PM offers State funeral for Shane Warne

Australia PM offers State funeral for Shane Warne

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on Saturday that late spin legend Shane Warne will receive a state funeral, while the country's cricket board decided to rename a stand at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in the famed leg-spinner's honour as the country mourned the loss of one of its greatest sportspersons.

King Kohli Reigns In Dharamsala!

King Kohli Reigns In Dharamsala!

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Virat Kohli starred with the bat for RCB with a vintage knock in a must-win game to help them overpower Punjab Kings.

Nick Hockley named CA's interim chief after Roberts quits

Nick Hockley named CA's interim chief after Roberts quits

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

While Eddings cast Roberts's departure as a mutual decision, he also said CA wanted a "new leadership style" and the permanent successor would need strong communication skills.

Paine hopes India tour goes on as 'it can solve a lot of issues'

Paine hopes India tour goes on as 'it can solve a lot of issues'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

'I think there's a bit of safeguarding towards the potential of India not coming (on a tour in December/January) which is worth something like 250 to 300 million dollars'

Ashes Disaster: Is this the end for David Warner?

Ashes Disaster: Is this the end for David Warner?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

The fifth Test could be David Warner's final outing, says McGrath

WPL 2024 PIX: Lanning, Jonassen guide DC to comfortable win

WPL 2024 PIX: Lanning, Jonassen guide DC to comfortable win

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Images from the WPL 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Smith, Warner, Bancroft sent home; Lehmann stays

Smith, Warner, Bancroft sent home; Lehmann stays

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

James Sutherland said Darren Lehmann has not resigned and will continue to coach the Australia men's team

Australia ditching 'crystal ball' for new funding model

Australia ditching 'crystal ball' for new funding model

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The postponement of the Twenty20 World Cup, which was to be staged in Australia in October and November, will mean some A$20 million less in the board's coffers in 2020, CA has estimated.

Aus assistant coach to miss England tour for IPL

Aus assistant coach to miss England tour for IPL

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The 39-year-old will resume his duties with the Australian men's team at the conclusion of the IPL.

Aussies against going to Morocco

Aussies against going to Morocco

Rediff.com28 May 2003

The players have informed the ACB they were prepared to forfeit up to A$30,000 (US$20,000) a man to pull out of the tournament.

Cricket Buzz: Aus recall White as Lynn replacement for England ODIs

Cricket Buzz: Aus recall White as Lynn replacement for England ODIs

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

A calf injury to explosive batsman Lynn opened an unlikely door for 34-year-old White, who played the last of his 88 ODIs in 2015 and has since been critical of a pro-youth policy he felt did not reward the performance of senior players.

There is no talk of Warner retiring, says agent

There is no talk of Warner retiring, says agent

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

"If you talk to all the great players out there, they say he is a great player. We'll just have to see if he bounces back in Melbourne. He is a pretty tough nut, old David. I don't think that (run drought) necessarily worries him," Erskine added.

Can't micro-manage BCCI functioning: Apex court

Can't micro-manage BCCI functioning: Apex court

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The Solicitor General said, "Leadership develops at the grassroots level and it remains in the state association. By the time, his time comes for being elevated to the BCCI; he has to go for a mandatory three-year cooling-off period. One cannot become a member of the BCCI if he is not an active member of the state association".

ICC restructuring: NZC backs change despite players' opposition

ICC restructuring: NZC backs change despite players' opposition

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

New Zealand Cricket has backed the proposed changes in the ICC's administrative structure, which would leave major decision-making in the hands of India, Australia and England, despite facing severe criticism from the country's players' association.

We want to play in the Ashes, says Australia captain Smith

We want to play in the Ashes, says Australia captain Smith

Rediff.com25 May 2017

Australia captain Steve Smith played down a tense stand-off in pay negotiations between the players' union and the national cricket board, saying his team is highly motivated to cut a deal and play the Ashes against England.

Bedi recovering well after brain surgery

Bedi recovering well after brain surgery

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

'He had the blood clot (in his brain) removed six days back, just after the bypass surgery. He is recovering well.'

Snake in Mitchell Johnson's Hotel Room!

Snake in Mitchell Johnson's Hotel Room!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

'Anyone know what type of snake this is?? Just hanging out in my room door', Mitch tells us.

IPL PIX: Mumbai Indians open account with 29-run win over Delhi Capitals

IPL PIX: Mumbai Indians open account with 29-run win over Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL 2024 match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede in Mumbai on Sunday.

One-off Test PIX: Vastrakar, Rana bundle Australia out for 219

One-off Test PIX: Vastrakar, Rana bundle Australia out for 219

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Australia were bowled out for 219 in their first innings -- their lowest total against India in Tests.

Gambhir to lead Board President's XI against Aus

Gambhir to lead Board President's XI against Aus

Rediff.com10 Sep 2010

A fit-again Gautam Gambhir will lead a 14-member Indian Board President's XI against the touring Australian team in a three-day practice match from September 25 in Chandigarh.

Australia optimistic on crowds, schedule for Ashes amid Covid

Australia optimistic on crowds, schedule for Ashes amid Covid

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Chief executive Nick Hockley told local media on Wednesday that rising vaccination rates in Australia gave him "a degree of optimism" that the lucrative series against England would go ahead as planned, starting in Brisbane on December 8.

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Does Riyan Parag get your vote?