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Cricket's bid for Asian Games 2026 gains momentum

Cricket's bid for Asian Games 2026 gains momentum

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Organisers keen on cricket in 2026 Asian Games despite venue headache

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

One of the proposed changes is the 'double-play run-out' rule, which would allow fielding teams to dismiss two batters in a single delivery if both are out of their crease and the bails are removed at both ends.

Is This Why Sanju Missed Champions Trophy Spot?

Is This Why Sanju Missed Champions Trophy Spot?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Sanju was excluded from Kerala's squad after he informed the Kerala Cricket Association of his unavailability for the preparatory camp before the tournament.

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Inzamam ul Haq blames ousted PCB Interim Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf for mess in Pakistan cricket

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Bumrah's injury absence a problem for India, says Kapil

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Kapil Dev believes the injury-enforced absence of key players like Jasprit Bumrah can hamper any team and hopes India's pace spearhead will return to action soon.

Two down, one to go as Rohit has unfinished business

Two down, one to go as Rohit has unfinished business

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

While retirement is very much a cricketer's individual call, the counter point will be if the national selectors or the BCCI feel that they need to look at the bigger picture and have only one among Rohit and Virat in the ODI set-up going forward.

2-tier Test format before India's tour of England?

2-tier Test format before India's tour of England?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The push for a two-tier system gained traction following Australia's blockbuster series against India, which set attendance records.

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Shelar is the second official from the incumbent committee to move on from his post after Jay Shah, who moved on from his post as the BCCI secretary to the chairman of the International Cricket Council.

BCCI to players: Obey new rules or face IPL ban, fee cuts

BCCI to players: Obey new rules or face IPL ban, fee cuts

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

BCCI unveils 10-point diktat: Domestic cricket must, restriction on personal staff, family stay on tours

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Newly-elected International Olympic Committee president Kristy Coventry was expectedly guarded on India's bid to stage the 2036 Olympic Games.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Vidarbha name unchanged squad for Ranji Trophy final

Vidarbha name unchanged squad for Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Vidarbha, who have remained unbeaten in the premier domestic competition this season, qualified for the summit clash after a commanding 80-run win over defending champions Mumbai.

Mumbai get Jaiswal boost for Ranji Trophy semis

Mumbai get Jaiswal boost for Ranji Trophy semis

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Jaiswal, who made his ODI debut against England, scoring 15 in Nagpur last week and was at Ahmedabad with the Indian team for the third and final match, will join the Mumbai team in Nagpur on Friday.

India is dominating cricket; that's not good: Bacher

India is dominating cricket; that's not good: Bacher

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Former Cricket South Africa president Dr Ali Bacher is not pleased that India, Australia and England are "marginalising" other boards to enjoy complete hegemony.

Will lack of facilities push cricket out of 2026 Asiad?

Will lack of facilities push cricket out of 2026 Asiad?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Venue woes present but organisers keen on cricket in next Asian Games in Japan

Goswami alleges match-fixing in Kolkata league cricket

Goswami alleges match-fixing in Kolkata league cricket

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Shreevats Goswami alleged that a match in the Cricket Association of Bengal's first division league seemed fixed from the manner in which some dismissals took place during the game.

Why Pakistan's cricketers are feeling 'restless'

Why Pakistan's cricketers are feeling 'restless'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Pakistan cricket team's director Mohammed Hafeez is reportedly making a lot of players in the side "restless" and the major reason behind the simmering disquiet is his tendency to hold "long meetings and lectures".

Senior Selection Committee: Agarkar appears for interview

Senior Selection Committee: Agarkar appears for interview

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Former India pacer Ajit Agarkar's appointment as chairman of senior selection committee seems to be a mere formality.

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Edwin Moses questions India's intent to bid for 2030 CWG.

'Don't know who gave him permission to skip Ranji camp'

'Don't know who gave him permission to skip Ranji camp'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

It must be mentioned here that veteran bowler Ishant Sharma has already told DDCA that he won't play red-ball cricket anymore now that he is no longer in contention for a national comeback.

Lodha Committee report has 'destroyed' cricket: Pawar

Lodha Committee report has 'destroyed' cricket: Pawar

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

The Justice Lodha Panel had recommended a slew of structural reforms in the BCCI, which were approved by the Supreme Court.

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

We must host the Olympics, be it in 2036 or 2046: Bhupathi

We must host the Olympics, be it in 2036 or 2046: Bhupathi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Bhupathi also spoke about young up-and-coming tennis star Maaya Rajeshwaran, who is shaping up to be the next big star from India in the sport.

Was Ashwin Really 'Humiliated'?

Was Ashwin Really 'Humiliated'?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin's father was taken by surprise at his son's sudden retirement from international cricket, hinting that he may have felt humiliated. What do you think?

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Varun Chakravarthy had a second coming in international cricket with 17 wickets in his last seven T20Is and 12 of them in South Africa in batting-friendly conditions.

'We're ready': India gears up to host 2030 CWG

'We're ready': India gears up to host 2030 CWG

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

India is confident of securing the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, despite Canada and Nigeria expressing interest in bidding for the event.

Kumble-led Committee to discuss boundary count back rule

Kumble-led Committee to discuss boundary count back rule

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

Cricketers -- current and former -- shared New Zealand's pain on losing the World Cup title to hosts England on boundary count back rule following an epic final at the Lord's on July 14.

RP Singh, Madal Lal in Cricket Advisory Committee

RP Singh, Madal Lal in Cricket Advisory Committee

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The CAC's immediate task is picking replacements for outgoing selectors MSK Prasad and Gagan Khoda.

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'I felt isolated, humiliated at times. I lost my career to racism.'

How suspended Sri Lanka Cricket will curb political interference

How suspended Sri Lanka Cricket will curb political interference

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Suspended by the ICC for "political interference", Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will soon introduce a new law to curb meddling of any sorts by people with considerable influence in the corridors of power.

Blow for India! Injured Bumrah OUT of Champions Trophy

Blow for India! Injured Bumrah OUT of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy with a back injury.

'India Will Easily Reach The Semi-Final'

'India Will Easily Reach The Semi-Final'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'India needs to score big because they will have to defend those totals without Bumrah.'

Court stays sacking of Sri Lanka Cricket board

Court stays sacking of Sri Lanka Cricket board

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Ousted SLC president Shammi Silva petitioned the court against the dismissal and was granted a two-week stay order.

Jay Shah takes over as ICC chairman

Jay Shah takes over as ICC chairman

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Jay Shah expressed his vision to grow the global reach of the sport with a particular focus on the opportunity of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.

New Zealand Cricket appoint first woman chair

New Zealand Cricket appoint first woman chair

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Diana Puketapu-Lyndon will become the first female chair of New Zealand Cricket (NZC) after incumbent Martin Snedden announced on Wednesday he would be standing down early.

Is Gavaskar Why Rohit Failed In Australia?

Is Gavaskar Why Rohit Failed In Australia?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

An angry Rohit complained about Gavaskar being 'too negative' about his form in Australia, claiming that external pressure impacted his focus!

BCCI's ultimatum: No red-ball cricket, no IPL!

BCCI's ultimatum: No red-ball cricket, no IPL!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

India's centrally contracted players will have to play domestic red-ball cricket: Jay Shah

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ratra, a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, brings with him a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in both domestic and international cricket.

'What A Messy Selection!'

'What A Messy Selection!'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'Five spinners, Siraj ignored for Rana, and Jaiswal dropped. Brain-faded captain and coach combo!'

Gunathilaka's ban lifted after legal victory; cleared for cricket return

Gunathilaka's ban lifted after legal victory; cleared for cricket return

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The SLC said in a statement on Tuesday that an independent committee had recommended a full lifting of the ban on Gunathilaka with "due consideration to his cricketing career and its impact on the cricketing ambitions of the nation".