News for 'Board of Control for Cricket'

How deep is Pujara's love for Test cricket!

How deep is Pujara's love for Test cricket!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Considering the Test format as the ultimate challenge for any cricketer, Cheteshwar Pujara, on Friday, said if he had to get an opportunity, he would still like to play the longest format.

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Yuvraj Singh played pivotal roles in India winning the 2011 World Cup and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007.

Lodha panel's recommendations really good for Indian cricket, says Kumble

Lodha panel's recommendations really good for Indian cricket, says Kumble

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Former captain Anil Kumble said that many of the recommendations of the Lodha Committee report would be good for Indian cricket if they are implemented. "Many of the aspects of Justice Lodha recommendations are really good, especially the proposal to form Steering Committee of Players' Association. "If implemented, it will be good for Indian cricket," Kumble told reporters. The Supreme Court-appointed Lodha Panel had recommended the formation of players' association by a four-member steering committee comprising former union home secretary G K Pillai (chairperson) and former India cricketers Mohinder Amarnath, Kumble and Diana Edulji (ex-Indian women's team captain), to raise their concerns.

PCB tells BCCI to use cricket to formulate peace between India-Pakistan

PCB tells BCCI to use cricket to formulate peace between India-Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

The Pakistan Cricket Board has written a letter to the Board of Control for Cricket in India inquiring about the scheduled bilateral series in December to be held in the United Arab Emirates and has also asked them to keep politics away from cricket.

Australian cricket team arrives in India

Australian cricket team arrives in India

Rediff.com22 Sep 2008

The 15-member Australian cricket team, led by Ricky Ponting, arrived in Mumbai on Monday for a four-Test tour, commencing in Bangalore from October 9.

#metoo in Indian cricket: BCCI CEO Johri pulls out of ICC meeting

#metoo in Indian cricket: BCCI CEO Johri pulls out of ICC meeting

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

The allegations against BCCI CEO Rahul Johri have been made by an unnamed person, who claimed to be his colleague during his stint at Discovery Channel.

Sri Lanka cricket clarifies stand on ICL players

Sri Lanka cricket clarifies stand on ICL players

Rediff.com24 Sep 2008

Sri Lanka Cricket clarified that its cricketers associated with the rebel Indian league can participate in domestic cricket only this year.

Jadeja's 'go to man' turns 42!

Jadeja's 'go to man' turns 42!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

A look at how the cricket fraternity wished Dhoni his 42nd birthday

Bribery allegation hits Indian cricket

Bribery allegation hits Indian cricket

Rediff.com20 Nov 2003

The BCCI said a player offered two selectors money to secure a berth in the India 'A' team.

'A strong BCCI based on solid governance foundations is good for cricket'

'A strong BCCI based on solid governance foundations is good for cricket'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

International Cricket Council chairman Shashank Manohar on Wednesday said that he is following the developments in the Board of Control for Cricket in India and that a 'strong BCCI' based on solid governance foundations is good for the game.

Crisis in Lalu-led Bihar Cricket Association

Crisis in Lalu-led Bihar Cricket Association

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Barely 17 days before the Board of Control for Cricket in India's annual general meeting, the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) led by Rashtriya Janata Dal president Lalu Prasad Yadav is embroiled in a controversy with its rebel group unilaterally electing a president and a general secretary on Sunday.

Rohit positive about Bumrah's fitness but unsure of his return

Rohit positive about Bumrah's fitness but unsure of his return

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Last week the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) provided medical updates on star pacer and released a statement.

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan at Narendra Modi Stadium!

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan at Narendra Modi Stadium!

Rediff.com5 May 2023

This will be the first clash between the two arch-rivals on Indian soil in seven years.

'Have you been able to wipe off terrorism by not playing cricket with Pak'?

'Have you been able to wipe off terrorism by not playing cricket with Pak'?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

'I am not talking anti-India if I am asking for a cricket series with Pakistan'

IPL is a threat to international cricket: Survey

IPL is a threat to international cricket: Survey

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

The Indian Premier League has failed to impress Australian fans of the game. In a survey, they have termed the mega BCCI event the biggest threat to the health of international cricket.

No cricket with Pakistan for next 6-8 months: BCCI

No cricket with Pakistan for next 6-8 months: BCCI

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Board of Control for Cricket in India vice-president Rajiv Shukla said there is no possibility of resuming cricketing ties with Pakistan for the next six-eight months.

Dravid set to quit Test cricket on Friday

Dravid set to quit Test cricket on Friday

Rediff.com8 Mar 2012

The former India captain, who is the second highest run getter in Tests with 13288 run matches in 164 matches, will announce the decision in Bangalore, on Friday.

Ranji roundup: UP down Karnataka; Mumbai in control

Ranji roundup: UP down Karnataka; Mumbai in control

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Young Karan Sharma led from the front with a calm and composed 93 not out as Uttar Pradesh knocked out favourites Karnataka with a five-wicket win in their Ranji Trophy quarter-finals.

'No plans of India-Pakistan Test series anywhere'

'No plans of India-Pakistan Test series anywhere'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

According to ESPNcricinfo, MCC chief executive Stuart Fox spoke on SEN radio on day 4 of the second Test between Australia and South Africa and said that the club, as well as the Victoria government, had made an inquiry with CA about hosting a neutral Test.

'At this stage of his career, Kohli doesn't need lot of practice'

'At this stage of his career, Kohli doesn't need lot of practice'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Virat Kohli came into the Centurion Test with only one proper net session on Christmas eve but India batting coach Vikram Rathour categorical said that at this stage of his career, the former captain doesn't need to train a lot.

Cricketers not being forced to play: BCCI

Cricketers not being forced to play: BCCI

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Monday denied receiving any complaint from Indian cricketers about hectic scheduling, and insisted that it is not forcing them to play in case of fatigue or injury.

'Totally false! No Indian cricketer arrested for rape in Zimbabwe'

'Totally false! No Indian cricketer arrested for rape in Zimbabwe'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

India's cricket tour of Zimbabwe was on Sunday hit by a massive controversy after an official associated with one of the sponsors of the series was arrested for alleged rape even though he pleaded innocence to the charge.

'Indian cricket doesn't need Olympics to grow'

'Indian cricket doesn't need Olympics to grow'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Athens Olympics silver medallist Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore says instead of clashing with WADA on the 'whereabouts' clause, the ICC and BCCI should formulate a dope testing norm that is better suited to the sport and ensure regular testing to keep the sport free of dope-criminals.

Modi is an autocrat in cricket: RCA official

Modi is an autocrat in cricket: RCA official

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Rajasthan Cricket Academy (RCA) secretary Sanjay Dikshit has taken Indian Premier League Commissioner Lalit Modi to task over the Kochi bidding controversy and accused him of separating the IPL from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Bring Back The Cup Guys!

Bring Back The Cup Guys!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The 14-member Indian team left for Australia early on Thursday, October 6, 2022, to take part in the T20 World Cup.

Naming of India's new cricket coach deferred

Naming of India's new cricket coach deferred

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

The naming of India's new coach deferred with the Board of Control for Cricket in India's Cricket Advisory Committee announcing on Monday that the decision will take place on a future date after discussions with captain Virat Kohli.

India-Pakistan cricket set for revival; 3 ODIs in Dec

India-Pakistan cricket set for revival; 3 ODIs in Dec

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

India and Pakistan are scheduled to play their first bilateral series in five years following the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to invite the neighbouring team for a three-match ODI series in December.

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Binny succeeds former India captain Sourav Ganguly.

Supreme Court to hear BCCI's plea on Ganguly, Shah on July 28

Supreme Court to hear BCCI's plea on Ganguly, Shah on July 28

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Thursday appointed senior advocate Maninder Singh as an amicus curiae to assist it in the matter related to the Board of Control for Cricket in India and fixed the hearing on the plea of the cricket body for amending its constitution concerning tenure of office bearers on July 28.

'Australian cricketers driven by ego and an alpha male culture'

'Australian cricketers driven by ego and an alpha male culture'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Cricket Australia termed 'arrogant' and 'controlling' in stinging review report

Will Roger Binny replace Sourav Ganguly as BCCI President?

Will Roger Binny replace Sourav Ganguly as BCCI President?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

The former India all-rounder and member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team's name appeared on the BCCI's Draft Electoral Rolls (on the BCCI's website) for the October 18 elections and Annual General Meeting as a representative of the Karnataka State Cricket Association, instead of KSCA secretary Santosh Menon.

2011 Cricket World Cup subject to WADA code

2011 Cricket World Cup subject to WADA code

Rediff.com2 Oct 2010

The World Anti-Doping Agency on Saturday confirmed that the 2011 Cricket World Cup will be subject to the world body's anti-doping code.

Like Team India's One Blue Jersey?

Like Team India's One Blue Jersey?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik, Rishabh Pant, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Hooda and Deepak Chahar were seen posing in the new Team India jersey.

BCCI's creates anti-doping helpline for domestic cricketers

BCCI's creates anti-doping helpline for domestic cricketers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

The doping menace in India's Olympic sport has always left the establishment embarrassed and the BCCI in a marked departure has set up an anti-doping helpline so that its domestic cricketers (men and women) are aware of the medicines and supplements they are consuming.

Cricketers must toe WADA line, says Gill

Cricketers must toe WADA line, says Gill

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Sports Minister M S Gill on Monday opposed the Board of Control for Cricket in India's stance on the 'whereabout' clause of the World Anti-Doping Agency, saying cricketers should fall in line without cribbing.

'ICL does not satisfy norms of authorised cricket'

'ICL does not satisfy norms of authorised cricket'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2008

In a statement that could worsen the already-strained relationship between the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Indian Cricket League, Lalit Modi said the International Cricket Council cannot grant sanction to the 'rebel' league as it does not satisfy the norms of 'authorised cricket'.

Indo-Pak cricket chiefs to meet in Dubai

Indo-Pak cricket chiefs to meet in Dubai

Rediff.com20 Apr 2003

The matter of strained Indo-Pak cricketing ties will top the agenda.

West Indies board meets for crisis talks after India legal threat

West Indies board meets for crisis talks after India legal threat

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Just hours after the powerful Board Of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) announced they would take legal action against the WICB and were suspending all planned tours of the Caribbean -- moves that could have a devastating financial impact on the West Indies -- officials gathered at a beachside hotel to deal with the fall-out.