News for 'Champions Trophy'

Dhoni reckons consistency, crowd support can help India retain Champions Trophy

Dhoni reckons consistency, crowd support can help India retain Champions Trophy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Indian limited-overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni has identified consistency as the key to retain the ICC Champions Trophy they had won in 2013.

Little-known Aaron Rai makes history with PGA title

Little-known Aaron Rai makes history with PGA title

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Aaron Rai emerged victorious at the PGA Championship, becoming the first Englishman since 1919 to win the prestigious title. Rai's impressive performance, including a remarkable back-nine surge and clutch putting, secured his victory at Aronimink Golf Club.

Champions Trophy pushed back to Sept 12

Champions Trophy pushed back to Sept 12

Rediff.com30 Jul 2008

The Champions Trophy in Pakistan has been pushed back by a day to September 12 amid PCB claims that 9/11 was never meant to be the starting date for the eight-nation tournament.

Is Suyash Sharma key to RCB's title defence?

Is Suyash Sharma key to RCB's title defence?

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Suyash Sharma needs more support if RCB are to lift the trophy for the second time, believes former Mumbai Indians batter, Aditya Tare.

Pakistan can replace Inzamam in Champions Trophy

Pakistan can replace Inzamam in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com28 Sep 2006

The ICC has told Pakistan they can replace captain Inzamam-ul Haq in next month's Champions Trophy if he is banned at the ICC disciplinary hearing.

Champions Again! Fans Take To Streets To Celebrate

Champions Again! Fans Take To Streets To Celebrate

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Fans took to the streets across the country to celebrate India's Champions Trophy triumph on Sunday.

India open ICC Champions Trophy title defence against Pakistan

India open ICC Champions Trophy title defence against Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

India will launch its ICC Champions Trophy title defence against traditional rivals Pakistan at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on June 4, 2017.

Pakistan pace bowler Gul to miss Champions Trophy

Pakistan pace bowler Gul to miss Champions Trophy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

Pakistan pace bowler Umar Gul has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy one-day tournament scheduled for England in June due to a knee injury.

Here's why India may lose out on hosting Champions Trophy

Here's why India may lose out on hosting Champions Trophy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

India could lose out on hosting the 2021 Champions Trophy if the government doesn't allow tax exemption on the event.

Andreeva beats Chwalinska to win French Open title

Andreeva beats Chwalinska to win French Open title

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Russia's Mirra Andreeva became the youngest Roland Garros women's singles winner since Monica Seles in 1992, to claim the French Open title and her maiden Grand Slam crown.

Former Pak players blast team for dismal Champions Trophy show

Former Pak players blast team for dismal Champions Trophy show

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

A can of worms has been opened up following Pakistan's near exit situation from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy with former players gunning for the heads of the members of the team, head coach Dav Whatmore, selectors and board officials.

Younis to lead Pakistan in Champions Trophy

Younis to lead Pakistan in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com30 Sep 2006

Pakistan's vice-captain will lead his country in next month's tournament after regular skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq was banned for four ODIs.

Harry Kane runs riot in Bayern's 5-1 title party

Harry Kane runs riot in Bayern's 5-1 title party

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern Munich defeated Cologne 5-1 to win the Bundesliga title. Bayern finished the season with a record-breaking 122 goals.

Australia down Pakistan in Champions Trophy opener

Australia down Pakistan in Champions Trophy opener

Rediff.com23 Jul 2006

The Aussies battled for a 3-2 victory.

Pak, S Korea get wildcards for Champions Trophy

Pak, S Korea get wildcards for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com17 Dec 2010

Asian Games gold medallist Pakistan and South Korea were on Friday handed wildcard entries for next year's Champions Trophy hockey tournament, scheduled to be held in India.

How India Won The U23 Asian Wrestling Championship

How India Won The U23 Asian Wrestling Championship

Rediff.com27 May 2026

India's men's freestyle team emerged as champions at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships, held in Da Nang, Vietnam. The country concluded its campaign with a total of 27 medals across various categories, showcasing dominance in freestyle, women's wrestling, and Greco-Roman disciplines.

Japan vs Tunisia marks 1,000th FIFA World Cup match

Japan vs Tunisia marks 1,000th FIFA World Cup match

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Japan v Tunisia marks 1,000th FIFA World Cup match

Kohli, Dhawan in ICC Team of Champions Trophy, Sarfraz captain

Kohli, Dhawan in ICC Team of Champions Trophy, Sarfraz captain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

The team includes four Pakistanis, three Indians, three Englishmen and one Bangladeshi, with Kane Williamson of New Zealand as 12th man.

New Zealand recall fit-again trio for Champions Trophy

New Zealand recall fit-again trio for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

McClenaghan and Milne last featured in the 50-over format for New Zealand in early 2016 and missed a majority of last year's fixtures through injuries.

Mohammad Nawaz denies intentional doping after positive test during T20 World Cup

Mohammad Nawaz denies intentional doping after positive test during T20 World Cup

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has responded to the ICC and PCB regarding his positive dope test during the T20 World Cup, denying intentional use of banned substances.

Champions Trophy: India target medal finish before Rio Olympics

Champions Trophy: India target medal finish before Rio Olympics

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Sreejesh to lead India as team will experiment with different combinations and execute new tactics

Ganguly hails East Bengal after historic maiden ISL title triumph

Ganguly hails East Bengal after historic maiden ISL title triumph

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Sourav Ganguly congratulated East Bengal after the Kolkata giants won their first-ever Indian Super League title, ending a 22-year wait for top-tier league glory.

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

In terms of achievement, McLaren are the second most successful Formula One team of all time with 203 grand prix victories since the first in 1968.

Champions Trophy hockey: Australia clinch gold for record fourth time

Champions Trophy hockey: Australia clinch gold for record fourth time

Rediff.com11 Dec 2011

Australia have made history by becoming the first team to win four FIH Champions Trophy tournaments in succession following a 1-0 win over Spain in the Gold medal game of the Owen G Glenn FIH Champions Trophy, on Sunday.

'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar has criticised the decision to move the IPL final to Ahmedabad, despite congratulating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on their victory. He claims Bengaluru was unfairly stripped of the opportunity to host the final.

Are the Champions Trophy pitches sub-standard?

Are the Champions Trophy pitches sub-standard?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2006

Do you agree with Graeme Smith's criticism about the wickets not being of international standard?

Gambhir, Yuvraj dropped from India's Champions Trophy squad

Gambhir, Yuvraj dropped from India's Champions Trophy squad

Rediff.com4 May 2013

Opener Gautam Gambhir and middle order batsman Yuvraj Singh were axed while stumper Dinesh Karthik was rewarded for his good batting form with a berth in India's 15-member squad for next month's Champions Trophy cricket tournament in England.

It will be India vs Australia in Champions Trophy final: Clarke

It will be India vs Australia in Champions Trophy final: Clarke

Rediff.com13 May 2017

While it has been a struggle for likes of Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane during the ongoing tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, the former Aussie skipper feels it won't be much of a concern during Champions Trophy.

ICC dumps bonus points for Champions Trophy

ICC dumps bonus points for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com1 Sep 2004

Games that cannot be finished on the first day will continue on the reserve days allocated for all matches. The decision to reduce overs because of weather interruptions will only apply to the reserve day.

Shami ready to come out all guns blazing in Champions Trophy

Shami ready to come out all guns blazing in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Two years is long hiatus from limited overs cricket and a fit-again Mohammed Shami is ready to come out all guns blazing in the upcoming Champions Trophy in England from June 1.

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

SEE: The Champions Return Home!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir, Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja were among the first ones to reach India.

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Historic! Jammu and Kashmir outclass Bengal to enter first Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir outclassed Bengal by six wickets to advance to a historic first ever Ranji Trophy final appearance on Wednesday.

Champions Trophy: Jadeja, Dhawan power India into semis

Champions Trophy: Jadeja, Dhawan power India into semis

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

India stormed into the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy tournament with a resounding eight-wicket victory over West Indies, riding on Shikhar Dhawan's second consecutive ODI century.

Australia captain Clarke out of Champions Trophy opener

Australia captain Clarke out of Champions Trophy opener

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

Australia captain Michael Clarke has been ruled out of the side's first Champions Trophy group match against England on Saturday due to injury, Cricket Australia said on Friday.

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has urged the South African team management to get Heinrich Klaasen out of international cricket retirement in their bid to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 title on home soil.

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2013

The national selection committee on Tuesday, as expected, axed experienced all-rounder Shahid Afridi and batsman Umar Akmal for the ICC Champions Trophy in England in June.

Hamilton finally cracks Ferrari code in Canada

Hamilton finally cracks Ferrari code in Canada

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Lewis Hamilton celebrated his strongest performance yet in Ferrari red after finishing second at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, crediting behind-the-scenes changes and a fresh approach to car setup for finally unlocking his potential with the Italian team.

Emotional Wawrinka bows out of final French Open with loss to De Jong

Emotional Wawrinka bows out of final French Open with loss to De Jong

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Swiss Stan Wawrinka made his final French Open appearance in a 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 loss to Dutchman Jesper de Jong on Monday before departing Roland Garros to a standing ovation and loud applause that reflected the enduring affection for the 2015 champion.