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BCCI welcomes order on telecast

BCCI welcomes order on telecast

Rediff.com24 Feb 2005

The BCCI said it would take necessary action as per the court direction regarding the telecast of the upcoming India-Pakistan series.

'Relief' for Indian cricket team from selfie-hunters

'Relief' for Indian cricket team from selfie-hunters

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

The Indian cricketers will now fly in business class after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) approved the proposal to upgrade their domestic air travel.

PIL maintainable against BCCI

PIL maintainable against BCCI

Rediff.com4 Oct 2004

The Delhi High Court held that a writ or a PIL was maintainable against BCCI as it discharged a public function.

BCCI suspends arrested Goa Cricket officials, issues show cause notice

BCCI suspends arrested Goa Cricket officials, issues show cause notice

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Saturday suspended and issued show cause notices to the top Goa Cricket Association officials, who were arrested for alleged misappropriation of organisation funds, and initiated a probe of its own against them.

2022: A forgettable year for Indian cricket team

2022: A forgettable year for Indian cricket team

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Indian cricket in 2022 was chaotic, to say the least and messy at most of the time both on and off the field.

'There's a problem with the BCCI'

'There's a problem with the BCCI'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

Taking an indirect swipe at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for failing to endorse his candidacy for the post of vice-president of the International Cricket Council (ICC), former Australian prime minister Johan Howard has said: "there is a problem with the administration of cricket in some parts of the cricketing world."

BCCI warns Pakistan: Cricket and terror cannot go hand in hand

BCCI warns Pakistan: Cricket and terror cannot go hand in hand

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Following the terror attack in Gurdaspur on Monday, Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Anurag Thakur sent a stern warning to neighbours Pakistan, saying there is no scope for cricket between the two nations till the cross-border terrorism stops.

BCCI invites bids for TV rights

BCCI invites bids for TV rights

Rediff.com7 Aug 2004

The telecast rights for the next three years is expected to net the BCCI in excess of Rs 700 crore.

Raipur's new stadium impresses BCCI

Raipur's new stadium impresses BCCI

Rediff.com28 Apr 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said it was impressed with the facilities at the newly-built Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Ranchi.

Zee pays $20 m to BCCI

Zee pays $20 m to BCCI

Rediff.com7 Sep 2004

With regard to the launch of the sports channel, Zee Telefilms is talking to the Turner group and Ten Sports.

'All top board chiefs were in India to discuss ICC revenue'

'All top board chiefs were in India to discuss ICC revenue'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

The head of Committee of Administrators (COA) Vinod Rai expressed his confidence that the Board of Control for Cricket in India has reached consensus after almost all the top cricket board chiefs have come to India in the last two weeks to discuss the proposed revenue model of International Cricket Council.

BCCI backs Indian team to excel in Australia Tests

BCCI backs Indian team to excel in Australia Tests

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is backing the Indian cricket team to bounce back in the forthcoming Test series against Australia and make up for their poor showing against England.

SC adjourns BCCI plea on extending Ganguly, Shah's tenure

SC adjourns BCCI plea on extending Ganguly, Shah's tenure

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned hearing on the plea of the Board of Control for Cricket in India seeking to amend its constitution with regard to the tenure of its office bearers including president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah.

BCCI refuses to yield on sponsorship

BCCI refuses to yield on sponsorship

Rediff.com14 Oct 2006

The BCCI, which has its own commercial deals worth $1 billion, refused last month to sign the ICC Members Playing Agreement (MPA) over long-term sponsorship for the world governing body.

Battle royale for BCCI media rights

Battle royale for BCCI media rights

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Who will win the BCCI media rights? Star or Sony?

BCCI denies green signal, Middlesex drops Yuvraj

BCCI denies green signal, Middlesex drops Yuvraj

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

English county club Middlesex dropped Yuvraj Singh from their Friends Provident Twenty20 scheme of things after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) denied them a written approval. Middlesex's chief executive Vinny Codrington said despite having received Yuvraj's signed contract, the county is not signing the Indian star batsman and he blames the Indian Cricket Board for playing a spoilsport.

Not Johri's substitute: BCCI on Choudhary at ICC meeting

Not Johri's substitute: BCCI on Choudhary at ICC meeting

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

BCCI clarified that acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary is attending the ICC meeting in Singapore in his usual capacity as a director on the Board of Directors and not as a replacement for CEO Rahul Johri,

BCCI violated rules: ESPN-Star Sports

BCCI violated rules: ESPN-Star Sports

Rediff.com5 Sep 2004

Managing Director Rik Dovey said ESPN-Star Sports were not give any opportunity for discussion, further clarification or to alter their bid.

VIVO won't be IPL title sponsors this year, says BCCI

VIVO won't be IPL title sponsors this year, says BCCI

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Thursday confirmed they have suspended the IPL title sponsorship deal with Chinese mobile giant VIVO for this year's Indian Premier League amid widespread anti-China sentiment in India.

Pranab had turned down offer to head BCCI

Pranab had turned down offer to head BCCI

Rediff.com16 Feb 2013

President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday revealed that his name was proposed for the post of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Chief in the 1980s but he backed out as he has "never held a bat" and put forward the name of N K P Salve in his place.

How everyone in Pakistan awaits India's 'yes' on cricket series...

How everyone in Pakistan awaits India's 'yes' on cricket series...

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Pakistani star cricketer Wasim Akram said he was anxiously hoping for a 'yes' result as fans wait to hear if a planned series between arch-rivals Pakistan and India will go ahead.

Gambhir Blames Sarfaraz For Dressing Room Leaks

Gambhir Blames Sarfaraz For Dressing Room Leaks

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

While Gautam Gambhir's anger at the leaks is understandable, blaming Sarfaraz Khan without concrete proof seems premature and unnecessary.

'I'm Excited To Play In Australia'

'I'm Excited To Play In Australia'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

'The ball is different, the wicket is different. But I think we know that. I think we are ready mentally.'

BCCI awaits government's decision before taking a call on IPL

BCCI awaits government's decision before taking a call on IPL

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

IPL was scheduled to commence on March 29, however, the threat of coronavirus forced the postponement of the league until April 15.

Mani's comments on visa for Pak players surprising: BCCI official

Mani's comments on visa for Pak players surprising: BCCI official

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Speaking to ANI, a Board official said the comments are 'immature' and also pointed that the Indian government has already made its policy clear when it comes to handing visas to players for international sporting events.

BCCI working on new window after IPL 'shifted indefinitely'

BCCI working on new window after IPL 'shifted indefinitely'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

This year's Indian Premier League has been postponed indefinitely following the coronavirus pandemic, key franchise officials said on Wednesday. After the lockdown was extended on Tuesday until at least May 3, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officials held a teleconference before informing the franchises about a further delay.

IPL media rights: BCCI set for $6 billion windfall

IPL media rights: BCCI set for $6 billion windfall

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Eyeing a windfall of close to Rs 50,000 crore, the Board of Control for Cricket in India on Tuesday floated the media rights tender for the next five seasons of IPL from 2023 to 2027.

Don't put India, Pakistan in same group: BCCI to ICC

Don't put India, Pakistan in same group: BCCI to ICC

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) on Friday has requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to not place the two neighbouring countries in the same group during upcoming international events. "Keeping in mind that the [Indian] government has adopted a new strategy to isolate Pakistan and in view of the public sentiment in the country, we request ICC not to put India and Pakistan in the same pool of the multi-nation tournaments," the BCCI president Anurag Thakur said.

BCCI flexible about 2020-21 domestic season

BCCI flexible about 2020-21 domestic season

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The IPL has been postponed indefinitely and there is a possibility that it might be held in September when the domestic season is also underway. So far, no other cricketing activity has happened in India at the time of IPL.

Cricket Buzz: BCCI partners with AIR for live radio commentary

Cricket Buzz: BCCI partners with AIR for live radio commentary

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

War-torn Afghanistan, playing only their third match after being inducted as a Test-playing nation two years ago, completed a famous victory by defeating Bangladesh by 224 runs with 3.2 overs left on the final day on Monday.

IPL scam: BCCI rejects Modi's demand

IPL scam: BCCI rejects Modi's demand

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

In a major setback to suspended Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday rejected his demand for the recusal of Chirayu Amin and Arun Jaitley from the disciplinary panel investigating the charges of financial irregularities against him.

'Your legacy in the cricket world will forever inspire'

'Your legacy in the cricket world will forever inspire'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Even as a commentator, Bedi continued to rail against spinners with dodgy bowling action and called chucking a bigger threat than illegal betting.

Why broadcaster is unhappy with BCCI's tentative IPL schedule

Why broadcaster is unhappy with BCCI's tentative IPL schedule

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

The window came up for discussion during BCCI Apex Council meet on Friday and if finalised, it will mean the board will have to conduct 60 matches in 44 days.

Disgraced Azharuddin set for BCCI honour

Disgraced Azharuddin set for BCCI honour

Rediff.com12 Oct 2006

The function in Mumbai on Nov. 4 marks the opening of the board's new headquarters.

BCCI demands sporting pitches for IPL 6

BCCI demands sporting pitches for IPL 6

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Tuesday, gave clear instructions to curators of all IPL venues not to bow down to the pressure from franchises regarding the preparation of tailor-made wickets for their respective home matches in the sixth edition of the cash-rich league.

Siraj, First 'Fielder Of The Match'

Siraj, First 'Fielder Of The Match'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Siraj's economical spell of 1-13 in just three overs wasn't his only contribution. His fielding brilliance led to a crucial dismissal in the 16th over, putting Ireland under pressure.

BCCI seeks security clearance for Pakistan tour

BCCI seeks security clearance for Pakistan tour

Rediff.com19 Nov 2008

"We have asked for the government clearance and will decide once it comes," Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Shashank Manohar told Reuters.

Will BCCI clear India's tour of South Africa amid Omicron?

Will BCCI clear India's tour of South Africa amid Omicron?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

The fate of India's upcoming tour of South Africa amid the trepidation triggered by new COVID-19 variant Omicron will be addressed when the Board of Control for Cricket in India holds its 90th Annual General Meeting in Kolkata on Saturday.

WTC Final: Former coach places onus on players, BCCI

WTC Final: Former coach places onus on players, BCCI

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Ravi Shastri sounded sceptical about the possibility of players getting extended gap after the IPL or practice games ahead of future WTC final matches.

Kerala HC sends notice to BCCI over Sreesanth's life ban

Kerala HC sends notice to BCCI over Sreesanth's life ban

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

This development comes after Sreesanth had approached the High Court on March 1. The next hearing in the matter is on March 5.