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Op Sindoor: When IPL was thrown into uncertainty

Op Sindoor: When IPL was thrown into uncertainty

Rediff.com16 May 2025

RCB were set to play the Lucknow Super Giants the next day, May 9, the same day the IPL was officially suspended for a week due to rising military tensions.

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Rediff.com14 May 2025

British media reports said all 10 English players involved with the IPL will hold a meeting with the Professional Cricketers' Association over security arrangements for a potential return to India.

ECB pins hopes on India to save English summer

ECB pins hopes on India to save English summer

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The series marks the beginning of a new cycle for both India and England in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC).

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'Hussain was baffled by England's top three approach on Edgbaston's flat surface when the ball was slightly swinging.

Karun Nair is ready to go!

Karun Nair is ready to go!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Karun Nair is back - and back where it all began to unravel.

Next gen has determination to win in England: Pathan

Next gen has determination to win in England: Pathan

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'With a new generation stepping up, Team India is not just carrying forward a legacy -- they are writing a new chapter in our cricketing history.'

Domestic cricket is important but...: Dhawan on BCCI diktat

Domestic cricket is important but...: Dhawan on BCCI diktat

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Following the Board's instruction, the likes of Rohit Sharma, Kohli, and Yashasvi Jaiswal played at least a match for their state teams before the Champions Trophy.

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Bangladesh's Mustafizur cleared to play for Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has allowed pacer Mustafizur Rahman to play for IPL side Delhi Capitals for a limited duration of May 18 to 24.

SL's parliament tells 'corrupt' cricket board to resign

SL's parliament tells 'corrupt' cricket board to resign

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka's parliament unanimously passed a resolution on Thursday, calling for the sacking of the country's cricket governing body, with both the ruling and opposition parties supporting it.

Tamil Nadu batter set to replace Pant for 5th Test

Tamil Nadu batter set to replace Pant for 5th Test

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Tamil Nadu wicketkeeper-batter N Jagadeesan has been called in as cover for the injured Rishabh Pant for the fifth Test for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at the Oval.

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Rediff.com19 May 2025

On this week's Sports and Pastime podcast, Prem Panicker and Faisal Shariff discuss the likely reasons for Virat Kohli's Test retirement, his impact on Indian cricket and the debate surrounding his legacy.

Big Blow! BCCI Asked To Pay Rs 538 Cr to Kochi Tuskers

Big Blow! BCCI Asked To Pay Rs 538 Cr to Kochi Tuskers

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The Bombay High Court has dismissed the petitions of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) challenging arbitral awards of over Rs 538 crore (Rs 5,038 million) in favour of the now-defunct Indian Premier League franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala.

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Shah, who is currently in India, was seen performing the Puja alongside his family.

PSL postponed as PCB's efforts to woo UAE fail

PSL postponed as PCB's efforts to woo UAE fail

Rediff.com9 May 2025

PSL postponed on advice PM Sharif: PCB

PCB confirms PSL return with new twist

PCB confirms PSL return with new twist

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The PCB on Tuesday confirmed the resumption of the Pakistan Super League on May 17, following a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.

Former all-rounder Dhawan retires from domestic limited-overs cricket

Former all-rounder Dhawan retires from domestic limited-overs cricket

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Himachal Pradesh's Rishi Dhawan, who played three ODIs and a T20I for India in 2016, will be available for selection for the remainder of the Ranji Trophy season, starting from January 23.

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Implementation of sports bill in 6 months, regulation of participation standard safeguard: Mandaviya

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

42 years of World Cup triumph: A Day that made Indian cricket what it is

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Gambhir, a former BJP MP, was effusive in his praise for the Indian cricket board for inviting the three chiefs of the armed forces to attend the IPL title clash, saying, 'It's an unbelievable step.'

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

In March, the United Kingdom's then sports minister Lucy Frazer called on sporting bodies in the country to reassess their rules on transgender athletes competing in women's sports to ensure fairness.

England omit Archer from ODI squad for Windies series

England omit Archer from ODI squad for Windies series

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Thumb injury forces England's Archer out of West Indies ODI series

IPL final shifted to Ahmedabad due to politics: WB govt

IPL final shifted to Ahmedabad due to politics: WB govt

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The West Bengal government criticised BCCI's decision to relocate the playoff and final matches of IPL 2025 from Kolkata to Ahmedabad.

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The Africa Cricket Association (ACA) has started dialogue with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and other stakeholders to revive the once popular Afro-Asia Cup

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

NOT OUT! 'Bunny hops' boundary catches will be illegal!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Boundary catches involving 'bunny hops', or multiple airborne touches outside the rope, have been deemed illegal by the Marylebone Cricket Club, with the new ruling set to be integrated into ICC's playing conditions this month and the MCC's laws from October next year.

CSA shuts door on IPL playoff dreams for SA stars

CSA shuts door on IPL playoff dreams for SA stars

Rediff.com14 May 2025

WTC Final-bound SA players likely to miss IPL playoffs

Bangladesh board washes hands off Shakib's security

Bangladesh board washes hands off Shakib's security

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The 37-year-old, who on Thursday announced his retirement from T20 Internationals with immediate effect, had expressed his desire to play his farewell match against South Africa at home in October if he is assured of safety on return to Bangladesh.

IPL SUSPENDED amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

IPL SUSPENDED amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has been officially suspended due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan.

Scotland, ECB in talks for Team GB at LA 2028 Olympics

Scotland, ECB in talks for Team GB at LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Cricket, one of the five new sports in Los Angeles, will return to the Olympics after 128 years, featuring six teams each in the men's and women's competitions in the 20-overs format.

BCCI Plays Down Report of India Boycotting Asia Cup

BCCI Plays Down Report of India Boycotting Asia Cup

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'The Asia Cup matter or any other ACC event issue has not come up for discussion at any level, hence any news or report on that is purely speculative and imaginary.'

PSL to clash with IPL again! PCB eyes bigger viewership

PSL to clash with IPL again! PCB eyes bigger viewership

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) next year is set to clash with the high-profile Indian Super League as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is mulling to hold the event in the same window as the IPL.

Revealed! How Akash exploited crack in Edgbaston pitch

Revealed! How Akash exploited crack in Edgbaston pitch

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Stokes praises incredibly skillful Akash Deep, says task was to bat out 80 overs

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the emergence of their battery of fast bowlers, India have turned the tide at Lord's with two of their victories coming from their last three Tests -- in 2014 and 2021.

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Lord's to host Women's T20 World Cup final in 2026

Gambhir expected in Mumbai for crucial meeting with BCCI: Report

Gambhir expected in Mumbai for crucial meeting with BCCI: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Gambhir is reportedly inclined toward appointing a young captain who can serve as a close ally in shaping the team's future, with Gill fitting that profile.

Can Gambhir Turn Boys Into Men?

Can Gambhir Turn Boys Into Men?

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Gill, Rahul, Pant and the irrepressible Yashasvi Jaiswal will now have a chance to script the next glorious chapter in Indian cricket.

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to shift the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to the UAE due to the ongoing military confrontation with India.

Eng rope in Southee's services ahead of India Test series

Eng rope in Southee's services ahead of India Test series

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Southee had retired from international cricket in December, 2024, as New Zealand's all-time leading wicket-taker.

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com27 May 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said that an invitation has been extended to chiefs of all three Armed forces, top-ranked officers and soldiers for the IPL 2025 final on June 3.

India-Pak conflict puts PSL on the brink!

India-Pak conflict puts PSL on the brink!

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Amid Indian strikes, PCB in huddle to decide whether PSL should continue

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Bumrah steps aside from Test captaincy race; Gill, Pant now leading contenders