News for 'Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat'

Haroon Lorgat presents ICC ODI Shield to Australia

Haroon Lorgat presents ICC ODI Shield to Australia

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat on Wednesday presented the ICC ODI Shield to Cricket Australia CEO James Sutherland in recognition of the team being ranked number one in the 50-over World Cup.

Haroon Lorgat appointed ICC CEO

Haroon Lorgat appointed ICC CEO

Rediff.com4 Apr 2008

South African Haroon Lorgat was on Friday appointed Chief Executive Officer of International Cricket Council

Haroon Lorgat to join Sri Lanka Cricket as consultant

Haroon Lorgat to join Sri Lanka Cricket as consultant

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

Former International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat is all set to join Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as a consultant.

Lorgat, Patel meet at ICC Chief Executives' gathering

Lorgat, Patel meet at ICC Chief Executives' gathering

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Sanjay Patel met with Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat on Monday, on the sidelines of the ICC Chief Executives' meet in Dubai.

ICC chief Lorgat to step down next June

ICC chief Lorgat to step down next June

Rediff.com22 Nov 2011

International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat will step down after a four-year tenure in June 2012, the governing body said on Tuesday.

Lorgat's statements are ridiculous: GIbson

Lorgat's statements are ridiculous: GIbson

Rediff.com6 Mar 2011

The West Indies team management on Sunday condemned the stone-pelting on their team bus by angry Bangladeshi fans and said ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat's description of the incident as minor was "ridiculous".

ICC board proposes Richardson for post of Chief Executive

ICC board proposes Richardson for post of Chief Executive

Rediff.com10 May 2012

The International Cricket Council board on Thursday recommended former South Africa wicketkeeper David Richardson's name as Haroon Lorgat's successor for the post of Chief Executive Officer.

Referral system is beneficial, says Lorgat

Referral system is beneficial, says Lorgat

Rediff.com18 Feb 2009

Indian cricket ace Sachin Tendulkar did not find the umpiring referral system fool-proof when he encountered it last year. But according to ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat, the system has improved and is contributing in making correct decisions. 'The referral system, which Tendulkar experienced first-hand during India's 1-2 Test series defeat to Sri Lanka last year, has improved the rate of giving correct decisions,' says Lorgat.

ICC not supportive of window for IPL: Lorgat

ICC not supportive of window for IPL: Lorgat

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Outgoing ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat says the world body will not consider the idea of incorporating the Indian Premier League into the Future Tours Programme, as such a concession would mean creating windows for other domestic T20 leagues as well.

CSA planning to send Lorgat on leave to please BCCI?

CSA planning to send Lorgat on leave to please BCCI?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Bowing to pressure from the BCCI, Cricket South Africa is likely to keep its CEO Haroon Lorgat out of any future engagement with the Indian Board to ensure that the marquee tour by India goes ahead without any further hiccups.

Lorgat in favour of changes in ODI format

Lorgat in favour of changes in ODI format

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

Lifting the 10-over limit for the bowlers and tweaking Power Plays are some of the ideas ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat has in mind to spice up the tedious middle overs of One-day cricket.

ICC not to investigate Sydney Test: Lorgat

ICC not to investigate Sydney Test: Lorgat

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

The International Cricket Council will not re-investigate the Sydney Test between Australia and Pakistan despite being confronted with reports that it knew of suspected match fixer Mazhar Majeed's "activities" during the game.

Indian ascent augurs well for Test cricket: Lorgat

Indian ascent augurs well for Test cricket: Lorgat

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on hailed India's rise as the number one Test team in the world and said it augurs well for the longer version of the game.

It's up to Boards to decide on UDRS: Lorgat

It's up to Boards to decide on UDRS: Lorgat

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

The ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat has admitted that the availability of technology has been an issue in the controversial Umpire Decision Review System and it is up to the Boards to decide on its use in the series among themselves.

ICC to disclose spot-fixing probe details: Lorgat

ICC to disclose spot-fixing probe details: Lorgat

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

International Cricket Council Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat has promised that all details pertaining to spot-fixing investigations will be revealed, once the verdict is announced on February 5.

Lorgat warns of unregulated cash in cricket

Lorgat warns of unregulated cash in cricket

Rediff.com8 Aug 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has warned about the potential downside of the inflow of huge amounts of money into cricket and said unregulated cash flow could harm the development of the game. In his annual report for 2008-09, ICC's Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat said while the ICC welcomed innovation and enterprise in taking the game to new audiences, they must be done in a manner that benefited the game.

Limited Twenty20 and new style Tests on cards: Lorgat

Limited Twenty20 and new style Tests on cards: Lorgat

Rediff.com14 May 2010

ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat wants to see Twenty20 cricket kept in its place and Test matches become more meaningful as the game's international governing body tries to deal with a crammed calendar.

India's No 1 Test ranking is on line: Lorgat

India's No 1 Test ranking is on line: Lorgat

Rediff.com4 Aug 2011

ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat feels that India's No 1 ranking in Test cricket is certainly on line after back-to-back defeats against England at Lord's and Trent Bridge, but the quality of the contest is pretty enthralling.

Lorgat not suspended, says Cricket South Africa chief Nenzani

Lorgat not suspended, says Cricket South Africa chief Nenzani

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) chairman Chris Nenzani said CEO Haroon Lorgat has not been suspended and his removal relates only to the allegations contained in the David Becker article and he remains responsible for all other areas of the board's operations.

Tendulkar suggests changes in ODI format in letter to Lorgat

Tendulkar suggests changes in ODI format in letter to Lorgat

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

The world's highest run-getter in both Tests and ODIs, wants the ICC to make 'a radical switch' from 50-50 to four 25-over innings.

'BCCI discussed concerns over Lorgat with us'

'BCCI discussed concerns over Lorgat with us'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

BCCI has discussed its concern over the possibility of former ICC CEO Haroon Lorgat being appointed as chief executive of Cricket South Africa, a CSA director said on Tuesday.

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Faced with an International Cricket Council inquiry for his alleged role into a dispute with India, Cricket South Africa chief executive Haroon Lorgat said that he is "distressed" by the turn of events.

PCB chief Butt wants ICC CEO Lorgat sacked

PCB chief Butt wants ICC CEO Lorgat sacked

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Opening a new front, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt on Tuesday demanded the sacking of International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive officer Haroon Lorgat over his role in handling the match-fixing allegations.

CSA affiliates divided over sacrificing Lorgat

CSA affiliates divided over sacrificing Lorgat

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) affiliates are divided over letting its chief executive Haroon Lorgat go to save the board from financial ruin in the on-going spat with the BCCI.

PCB to launch IPL style league in March

PCB to launch IPL style league in March

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will launch its own Twenty20 Super League in March with the five franchises involved allowed to sign six overseas players each.

T20 helping cricket spread it's wings: ICC chief

T20 helping cricket spread it's wings: ICC chief

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat on Monday said that the World Twenty20 format is helping cricket grow beyond its traditional boundaries.

ICC chief hints at Test championship in 2013

ICC chief hints at Test championship in 2013

Rediff.com17 Jul 2010

The International Cricket Council has hinted that a Test Championship might be conducted in 2013 in England to revive fans' interest in the five-day format, which is struggling due to the growing popularity of Twenty20s.

Lorgat stays mum over India's SA tour till BCCI AGM

Lorgat stays mum over India's SA tour till BCCI AGM

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has decided not to comment on India's scheduled tour to South Africa until BCCI's Annual General Meeting takes place on September 29.

World Cup venues will be ready in time: ICC chief

World Cup venues will be ready in time: ICC chief

Rediff.com15 Jan 2011

The subcontinent will be ready in time to host the World Cup though five venues were still undergoing work, the International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat said on Saturday.

It would be nice if Lorgat apologises, says BCCI chief Dalmiya

It would be nice if Lorgat apologises, says BCCI chief Dalmiya

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's interim chief Jagmohan Dalmiya said it would be nice if Cricket South Africa's new CEO Haroon Lorgat apologises to the BCCI to iron out differences between the two Boards.

Lorgat, Richardson in the fray

Lorgat, Richardson in the fray

Rediff.com31 Mar 2008

After Imtiaz Patel turned down the offer to take over as International Cricket Council's next chief executive officer, South Africa's former selection committee convenor Haroon Lorgat leads the race for the job, according to reports.

Lorgat cleared of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation

Lorgat cleared of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

The independent adjudicator appointed by the ICC has cleared Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation charges levelled against the BCCI by his one-time legal adviser at the world body.

Inderjit Singh Bindra: Architect of Modern Indian Cricket

Inderjit Singh Bindra: Architect of Modern Indian Cricket

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

As he is laid to rest, Indian cricket bids farewell to one of its greatest administrators -- a visionary who understood that breaking monopolies and building stadiums were about the same thing: Giving millions of cricket-loving Indians the infrastructure worthy of their passion.

No need for dramatic changes in 50-over format: ICC

No need for dramatic changes in 50-over format: ICC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat has ruled out changes to 50-over cricket despite a proposal put forward by Indian great Sachin Tendulkar.

South African teams must include at least one black player

South African teams must include at least one black player

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

All South African first class teams must include at least one black African player from October 16, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Sunday.

Salman Butt appeals suspension from playing

Salman Butt appeals suspension from playing

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

Pakistan cricket captain Salman Butt has appealed against his suspension from the game for alleged fixing, International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat said on Wednesday.

ICC rubbishes fixing allegations against Pakistan

ICC rubbishes fixing allegations against Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday rubbished match-fixing allegations against the Pakistan cricket team in the just-concluded ICC Champions Trophy in South Africa. ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat also gave a clean chit to Australian umpire Simon Taufel who was officiating the semi-final match between Pakistan and New Zealand.

ICC set to axe Test Championship

ICC set to axe Test Championship

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat has revealed that a proposal to have a World Test Championship, devised to rescue the longest, oldest and best form of the game from oblivion, is in jeopardy.

ICC confident India will comply with doping code

ICC confident India will comply with doping code

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is confident India's cricket authorities will eventually comply with the World Anti-Doping Agency's "whereabouts" rule, its chief executive Haroon Lorgat has said.

Lorgat has ability to juggle politics and cricket

Lorgat has ability to juggle politics and cricket

Rediff.com5 Apr 2008

The 47-year-old Haroon Lorgat, whose appointment as chief executive of the International Cricket Council was confirmed on Friday, headed South Africa's selection panel from 2004 to 2007. He also served on the 2003 World Cup organising committee and was treasurer of Cricket South Africa.