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Cricket Australia in trouble; Broadcaster threatens to end contract

Cricket Australia in trouble; Broadcaster threatens to end contract

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

CA said it was disappointed with broadcaster's comments and would deliver a 'full and compelling summer of cricket'.

I'm loving it, says Pietersen

I'm loving it, says Pietersen

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Kevin Pietersen could not deny Sydney Thunders a Big Bash League triumph but his blistering 74 for Melbourne Stars in Sunday's tense final reminded England what they will be missing at this year's Twenty20 World Cup in India.

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Netherlands' Kingma gets four-match suspension for ball-tampering.

Winning T20 WC will be big for us: Harmanpreet

Winning T20 WC will be big for us: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur conceded on Monday that the void left by legends like Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami is not easy to fill, but asserted that her young side has grown substantially to be a top contender for this month's women's T20 World Cup.

'The extra motivation for me is winning in India'

'The extra motivation for me is winning in India'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

A rejuvenated David Warner said he has "parked" the acrimony over his permanent leadership ban and is focused on helping Australia take series wins in India and the Ashes next year.

Something has to be done for Test cricket to survive: Pietersen

Something has to be done for Test cricket to survive: Pietersen

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen feels ICC needs to lure cricketers to longer version of the game by creating Test wages that trump what T20 leagues such as IPL and BBL offer to the players.

Warner hopeful of CA revoking lifetime captaincy ban

Warner hopeful of CA revoking lifetime captaincy ban

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

David Warner has called upon Cricket Australia to "open their doors" and discuss overturning his lifetime leadership ban, saying he is looking forward to having an "honest conversation" with the board.

Banned Australia batsman Bancroft signs county deal

Banned Australia batsman Bancroft signs county deal

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Banned Australian batsman Cameron Bancroft has joined English county side Durham as an overseas player for the 2019 season and will be available for club selection across all three formats.

Picked the right cause: Tendulkar on bushfire charity match

Picked the right cause: Tendulkar on bushfire charity match

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Tendulkar and Courtney Walsh are set to coach the star-studded Ricky Ponting XI and Shane Warne XI, respectively, in the match organised to raise funds for victims.

Lehmann tips Langer to be next Australia coach

Lehmann tips Langer to be next Australia coach

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Australian head coach Darren Lehmann has tipped Justin Langer to be his successor in the coaching role, claiming that the former teammate is respected very highly.

David Warner blessed with a baby girl

David Warner blessed with a baby girl

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Dashing Australian opener David Warner took to instagram to announce the birth of his second child, a daughter with wife Candice. The daughter has been named Indi Rae. Warner and Candice have a 16-month old daughter named Ivy Mae. The proud father posted pictures of the newborn Instagram along with the mother and elder daughter. "@candywarner1 and I welcomed beautiful little Indi Rae Warner into the world this morning. Mum was absolutely amazing. #prouddaddy," Warner posted.

Australia recall Khawaja for New Zealand series

Australia recall Khawaja for New Zealand series

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

In-form batsman Usman Khawaja has been selected to play his first one-day international in three years when Australia meet New Zealand in the second match of their series in Wellington on Saturday.

Gabba in line for Pink Ball Test?

Gabba in line for Pink Ball Test?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

If crowds flock to the India ODI on Friday, the Gabba could host a day-night Test.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan pacer Rauf issues warning to India

T20 World Cup: Pakistan pacer Rauf issues warning to India

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf is banking on his knowledge gained from the Australian Big Bash League to outsmart Indian batters when the two arch-rivals clash in the T20 World Cup at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 23.

New Zealand's Milne hopes to make impact against India

New Zealand's Milne hopes to make impact against India

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

New Zealand's Adam Milne is hoping to make a difference in Sunday's must-win clash against India at the Twenty20 World Cup after being left frustrated on the sidelines for the opening loss to Pakistan.

Warne, Ponting to temporarily come out of retirement

Warne, Ponting to temporarily come out of retirement

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Warne, Ponting, Langer to play Twenty20 bushfire match; Serena donates Auckland winnings to help raise money.

Aus pacer Siddle treated for bushfire smoke inhalation

Aus pacer Siddle treated for bushfire smoke inhalation

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Air quality to be closely monitored ahead of Australia Tests

Sunrisers rope in World Cup-winning coach Bayliss

Sunrisers rope in World Cup-winning coach Bayliss

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Bayliss will step down from his current role with the England team after the Ashes beginning next month.

Healy hits out at BCCI over scheduling of women's IPL

Healy hits out at BCCI over scheduling of women's IPL

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Australia's Alyssa Healy criticised India's decision to schedule the Women's T20 Challenge in November despite it clashing with the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL). The three-team Challenge tournament, which was introduced in 2018, has been staged on the sidelines of the popular men's Indian Premier League (IPL) in March to May, ensuring decent crowds and coverage.

Flintoff has narrow escape in crash

Flintoff has narrow escape in crash

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

The 41-year-old former Ashes hero had a narrow escape after he careered his high speed trike, while ride on the track on Elvington Airfield, off the road near York while filming a stunt for the BBC motor show.

India's Lakshmi first woman on ICC international panel of match referees

India's Lakshmi first woman on ICC international panel of match referees

Rediff.com14 May 2019

The 51-year-old , who first officiated as a match referee in domestic women's cricket in 2008-09, will be eligible to referee international games with immediate effect.

Test cricket won't die in my lifetime but who'll be playing it?: Ian Chappell

Test cricket won't die in my lifetime but who'll be playing it?: Ian Chappell

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Chappell believed that international cricket faces a real challenge of retaining players in the face of rapid expansion of T20 leagues around the world.

KKR sign Shaun Tait as Hastings's replacement

KKR sign Shaun Tait as Hastings's replacement

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Former Australian speedster Shaun Tait is set to replace an injured John Hastings at Kolkata Knight Riders. Hastings was ruled out of the tournament with an ankle injury last month. Kolkata chief executive Venky Mysore confirmed Tait's signing, posting an image of the veteran quick on Twitter on Wednesday. "Pleasure to welcome @shaun_tait32 to @KKRiders family. Welcome Taity!," the tweet read.

Kohli suggests Vettori as India coach. Do you agree?

Kohli suggests Vettori as India coach. Do you agree?

Rediff.com9 May 2016

India Test captain Virat Kohli has suggested Daniel Vettori's name for the position of the coach.

Meet the first Singapore cricketer set to play in IPL

Meet the first Singapore cricketer set to play in IPL

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

The second phase of IPL 2021 will feature a Singapore cricketer for the first time with Royal Challengers Bangalore bringing in T20 specialist Tim David, who has made a name for himself in the leagues around the world.

Wordwide ban on Chris Gayle? Tell Us!

Wordwide ban on Chris Gayle? Tell Us!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Australian cricket legend Ian Chappell has called for a worldwide ban on Chris Gayle.

Aus legend Jeff Thomson auctions baggy green bushfire relief

Aus legend Jeff Thomson auctions baggy green bushfire relief

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

The two items will go under the hammer through Lloyds Auctions Bushfire Relief Auction.

Indian cricketers join Australians in anti-racism gesture

Indian cricketers join Australians in anti-racism gesture

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

The Australian and Indian players came together to form a barefoot circle in a powerful stance against racism

It will be great to see de Villiers play in T20 World Cup: Rhodes

It will be great to see de Villiers play in T20 World Cup: Rhodes

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

South Africa must do anything to win the T20 World Cup to held later this year, including exploring the option of bringing back the great AB de Villiers from retirement, former player Jonty Rhodes said. The 36-year-old de Villiers hasn't played international cricket for nearly two years, having announced his retirement in May 2018. It was later revealed that he made an offer to play the 50-over World Cup last year, but was turned down by the national selectors.

Get ready for women's IPL in 2023!

Get ready for women's IPL in 2023!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Women's IPL set to take place in March with 5 teams

Chris Gayle in hot water again!

Chris Gayle in hot water again!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

A woman who was working around the West Indies cricket team accused Gayle of exposing himself to her.

Michael Clarke can make a U-turn

Michael Clarke can make a U-turn

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Former Australian skipper Michael Clarke, who retired from all forms of international cricket earlier this year, is considering a return to the Twenty20 format.

'WPL will provide me a chance to look at young talent from close quarters'

'WPL will provide me a chance to look at young talent from close quarters'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Talking about the inaugural season of the Women's Premier League, Harmanpreet Kaur said the WPL will provide youngsters a platform to interact with international players.

IPL Auction: 10 Wicket-Keepers to Watch Out For

IPL Auction: 10 Wicket-Keepers to Watch Out For

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

As the auction approaches, here are the 10 wicketkeeper-batters who are poised to attract significant attention making them among the most sought-after players for IPL 2025.

Dravid to mentor Delhi Daredevils in IPL 9; Upton named coach

Dravid to mentor Delhi Daredevils in IPL 9; Upton named coach

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Dravid recently coached the Indian team at the Under-19 World Cup. He was mentor of Rajasthan Royals in the last two seasons of the IPL before the franchise was suspended from the T20 tournament for two years by the Justice Lodha Committee in the aftermath of the spot-fixing scandal that rocked the sixth edition of the T20 tournament in 2013.

'We Know The Power Of Cricket'

'We Know The Power Of Cricket'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

'Cricket as a pathway in the US was not something people thought about 10 years ago, even like five years ago.' 'But now that there is a pathway you can see.'

Perth Scorchers thrash Sydney Sixers to bag 4th BBL crown

Perth Scorchers thrash Sydney Sixers to bag 4th BBL crown

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Batsman Daniel Hughes, returning from an ankle injury but still visibly restricted, top-scored with 42 before being run-out by Marsh, triggering a collapse which resulted in the side being bowled out for 92.

Renegades may bring back Gayle despite 'don't blush' furore

Renegades may bring back Gayle despite 'don't blush' furore

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Renegades coach David Saker said that while Gayle's behaviour was wrong it would not factor into his recruiting decisions.

'Winning WTC final vs India proudest achievement for NZ'

'Winning WTC final vs India proudest achievement for NZ'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Winning the inaugural ICC World Test Championship against India is one of the proudest achievements for any New Zealander, according to Kiwi pacer Trent Boult.

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

World Cup: 'Nobody comes close to him': Pakistan's stars praise Kohli

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Pakistan's top players including Mohammed Rizwan and Shadab Khan lavished praise on India's batting great Virat Kohli.