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T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The Nassau County ground's pitch in New York has become a concern in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Bashir's visa issue: UK govt wants India to treat British citizens fairly

Bashir's visa issue: UK govt wants India to treat British citizens fairly

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The UK government on Wednesday stated that India should treat British citizens "fairly" when they apply for visas after off-spinner Shoaib Bashir's arrival for the five-match Test series was delayed due to lingering issues relating to his travel documents.

Gambhir to play for English county side Essex Eagles

Gambhir to play for English county side Essex Eagles

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

In his bid to make a comeback into the Indian team, senior opener Gautam Gambhir will be plying his trade for the English county side Essex for the remainder of the English domestic season representing them in first-class as well as Pro-40 matches.

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

PIX: Chasing World Cup dreams, Rohit, Bumrah depart for US

Rediff.com25 May 2024

India's T20 World Cup campaign begins on June 5 against Ireland at the newly-constructed Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. India play Pakistan on June 9.

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'I am not waiting for the completion of those reports, and I've directed the Secret Service to take immediate steps to ensure our protectees are indeed safe. I am committed to pursuing accountability for the Secret Service's failure in Butler, Pennsylvania'

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Cricket comes to America! T20 WC trophy tour kicks off

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Cricket fans worldwide will get a chance to witness the coveted trophy firsthand.

T20 WC: South Africa edge Bangladesh; qualify for Super 8

T20 WC: South Africa edge Bangladesh; qualify for Super 8

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

South Africa created history as they defended the lowest ever total in the history of the T20 World Cup.

Biden refuses to back down despite Atlanta fiasco

Biden refuses to back down despite Atlanta fiasco

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Biden, seeking a second term in the White House, stumbled and fumbled during the televised presidential debate with his predecessor Donald Trump on Thursday night in Atlanta, setting off alarm bells among top Democrats about whether he can stay atop the gruelling months ahead of the elections on November 5.

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The awareness that we're bringing in more elite cricket to the USA is something that's been a strategic priority for us.'

Marshall snubs country for county

Marshall snubs country for county

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

The Kiwi batsman turned down the chance to represent his country so he can continue playing county cricket in England.

Biden Fumbles in Presidential Debate

Biden Fumbles in Presidential Debate

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'We are f#^*@d' Democrats told CNN after Biden's poor performance.

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia poll fraud, waives arraignment

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia poll fraud, waives arraignment

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Former United States President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in the Georgia election interference case, waiving the right to appear in court next week.

Man United offer no reason for leaving Rashford out of FA Cup tie

Man United offer no reason for leaving Rashford out of FA Cup tie

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Rashford absence an 'internal matter', says Ten Hag

Gambhir scores 31 on county debut for Essex

Gambhir scores 31 on county debut for Essex

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Out of favour opener Gautam Gambhir scored 31 for Essex against Northamptionshire on his county debut in London.

Junaid rejects County offers; to focus on Champions Trophy

Junaid rejects County offers; to focus on Champions Trophy

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Pakistan pace bowler Junaid Khan has turned down some attractive offers to play for English counties this summer as he wants to put all his energy in preparing well for the Champions Trophy, a tournament his side has never won.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

Hair withdrawn from county match

Hair withdrawn from county match

Rediff.com29 Aug 2006

The Aussie umpire was to officiate at Chesterfield in a second eleven match between Derbyshire and Gloucestershire on Wednesday, but was asked to stand down by the ECB.

Who are Sprint King Bolt's favourites to lift T20 WC?

Who are Sprint King Bolt's favourites to lift T20 WC?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

While the United States appear to be unlikely hosts for a cricket competition, with the men's "Big Four" leagues of MLB, NBA, NHL and NFL dominating the sporting landscape, Bolt said American fans will be treated to an experience unlike any other.

'There is enough and more talent to help India excel at T20 World Cup'

'There is enough and more talent to help India excel at T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

With Indian cricket bursting at the seams with young talent, the Rohit Sharma-led squad could set the stage ablaze at the upcoming T20 World Cup if the selectors make the "right choices", reckons England's swashbuckling batter Dawid Malan.

County player approached by Indian to fix matches

County player approached by Indian to fix matches

Rediff.com26 May 2010

In a shocking revelation, a seasoned English county player on Wednesday claimed that an Indian businessman approached him to fix one-day domestic matches.

T20 World Cup: 'India have an extremely strong, well-balanced squad'

T20 World Cup: 'India have an extremely strong, well-balanced squad'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Former Sri Lanka cricketer and Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara hailed India's 15-member side for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 and called it an "extremely strong" squad.

England's pace great Anderson to retire from Tests in July

England's pace great Anderson to retire from Tests in July

Rediff.com11 May 2024

James Anderson will retire from Test cricket after the first match of the series against West Indies at Lord's this year.

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

London Spirit is the Lord's based team participating in England's domestic cricket tournament, The Hundred.

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Trump, on addressing reporters after being arrested and released from jail, said: "I did nothing wrong."

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Former Windies legend Marshall forgotten in homeland

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

West Indies cricketing legend Malcolm Marshall's final resting place in Barbados is a sorry sight, sparking concerns about his legacy.

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Batters face tricky Test as Proteas face plucky Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The Proteas are not expected to tinker with their four-pronged pace attack comprising Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Ottneil Baartmen that has served them well in the tournament so far with Keshav Maharaj taking on the spin duties.

Kaneria's county stint in doubt

Kaneria's county stint in doubt

Rediff.com6 Feb 2006

The team management felt he should be fresh before the long series against England begins.

Karun Nair believes he can 'play for India again'

Karun Nair believes he can 'play for India again'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Karun Nair is only the second Indian to score a triple hundred in Test cricket.

County stint will help Kohli prepare for England tour, says Kapil

County stint will help Kohli prepare for England tour, says Kapil

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

India captain Virat Kohli would benefit from a stint in the county championship before this year's Test series against England, former skipper Kapil Dev said.

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Indian pacer Umesh Yadav has signed with Division One English County side Essex for the remainder of the 2023 championship.

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

In the ongoing IPL, LSG suffered a 20-run defeat to RR in their opening game of this year's IPL. KL Rahul-led LSG is currently languishing in the tenth spot with no points and a net run rate of -1.000 after its loss in the previous game.

Pakistan worried about county workload before tour

Pakistan worried about county workload before tour

Rediff.com8 Feb 2006

Pakistan cricket authorities will ask English counties to avoid giving Pakistani players too heavy a workload this season before their tour.

'I am 1000 per cent in for her': Rushdie backs Kamala Harris

'I am 1000 per cent in for her': Rushdie backs Kamala Harris

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Mumbai-born author Salman Rushdie has endorsed Kamala Harris's candidacy for the US presidency and said he believes she is the person who can prevent former president Donald Trump from dragging the country towards authoritarianism.

'Better game awareness' and execution is the key to Sudharsan's consistency

'Better game awareness' and execution is the key to Sudharsan's consistency

Rediff.com12 May 2024

His talent has always been unquestionable but what has stood out for young Gujarat Titans southpaw Sai Sudharsan in this IPL is his impressive game awareness and decision making, traits he picked up during his maiden India stint in South Africa last year.

Murray loses in humble county match

Murray loses in humble county match

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

World number three Andy Murray traded the glamour of the world's biggest tennis stages for the more humble surrounds of a modest local tournament, and ended on the losing side, British media reported on Thursday.

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

Gambhir ends poor run in county cricket with century

Gambhir ends poor run in county cricket with century

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

India's out-of-favour opener Gautam Gambhir roared back to form with a fine century for Essex against Gloucestershire in a Division II County Championship match in Bristol, on Friday.

Kaif advises Kohli to curb aggression vs Pakistan

Kaif advises Kohli to curb aggression vs Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Kaif urged Virat to go on with a striker rate of around 130, instead of 140-150 and wait for bad balls

IPL 2024 Final: No One From T20 WC Team

IPL 2024 Final: No One From T20 WC Team

Rediff.com25 May 2024

KKR's Rinku Singh was unlucky not to make it to India's 15-member T20 World Cup squad as he made it as one of the reserves.