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Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

Legend calls for urgent wide ball rule overhaul

Legend calls for urgent wide ball rule overhaul

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Shaun Pollock says the ICC Cricket Committee is working towards giving bowlers "bit more leeway on wides" as the current rule is "very strict on them"

Why Messi left in 22 mins: Inside Kolkata's event failure

Why Messi left in 22 mins: Inside Kolkata's event failure

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

What should have been a landmark footballing moment in Kolkata turned into a cautionary tale on Saturday morning, as Lionel Messi's brief appearance at the Salt Lake Stadium was cut short amid crowd mismanagement

BCCI extends chief selector Agarkar's tenure till 2026

BCCI extends chief selector Agarkar's tenure till 2026

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Ajit Agarkar's contract as the chief selector was renewed before IPL 2025 taking into account Team India's successful showing during his tenure.

Vengsarkar, Edulji appointed MCA advisors

Vengsarkar, Edulji appointed MCA advisors

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The other members are, former Mumbai player Sahil Kukreja and former India cricketer Preeti Dimri.

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

After stampede, Chinnaswamy hosts games sans fans

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The Maharaja Trophy, the state's top franchise-based T20 tournament, was also moved outside Bengaluru as police had rejected KSCA's proposal to host it behind closed doors. The tournament was played in Mysore behind closed doors.

India-Pak Game: BCCI Blocks Agarkar's Reply

India-Pak Game: BCCI Blocks Agarkar's Reply

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Looking at this Asia Cup, there is a big game on the 14th, India versus Pakistan. With everything that has happened between the two countries over the last two months, how will you approach that game?', asked a reporter.

Revealed! Why India Refused Handshakes With Pakistan

Revealed! Why India Refused Handshakes With Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The severe backlash that the Indian cricket team faced before its Asia Cup clash against Pakistan was a major contributing factor to the 'No Handshake Policy.

Ahmedabad formally awarded hosting rights of 2030 CWG

Ahmedabad formally awarded hosting rights of 2030 CWG

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

It was a mere formality for the general assembly of 74 members to put a seal of approval on India's bid after Ahmedabad was recommended as the proposed host of the centenary edition by the Commonwealth Sport's Executive Board last month. India last hosted the CWG in 2010 in Delhi.

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

When Gambhir Checked Out The Dubai Pitch

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Matthew Sandery, head curator at the Dubai international stadium, was spotted near Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak, but did not ask them to keep away. Incidentally, the BCCI, being the hosts, can even suggest the kind of wicket they would need for the match.

Snubbed 3 Yrs, Bhuvneshwar Breaks Silence

Snubbed 3 Yrs, Bhuvneshwar Breaks Silence

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'No matter how well you perform, sometimes luck doesn't favour you.'

'Sorry for him...' Ashwin baffled by Sarfaraz's exclusion

'Sorry for him...' Ashwin baffled by Sarfaraz's exclusion

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed surprise over Sarfaraz Khan's omission from India A squads for the home series against South Africa, calling the decision unfair.

'No Point Discussing Who Missed Out'

'No Point Discussing Who Missed Out'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Sunil Gavaskar said it's time to support India's Asia Cup squad, refusing to debate Yashasvi Jaiswal's exclusion.

'I don't have a PR team, my only PR is my cricket'

'I don't have a PR team, my only PR is my cricket'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'The Goal is clear, to make another comeback to Team India. There is a belief in me that I will make a comeback.'

Dubai Police on high alert for India vs Pak match

Dubai Police on high alert for India vs Pak match

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

The cricketing world turns its eyes to Dubai on Sunday as India and Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup, their first meeting since a tense geopolitical showdown earlier this year.

Shreyas, Sarfaraz named in West Zone squad; Shardul to lead

Shreyas, Sarfaraz named in West Zone squad; Shardul to lead

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The West Zone squad was selected by the selection committee chaired by Mumbai's Sanjay Patil, Baroda's Prayan Dave, Maharashtra's Akshay Darekar, Sandip Maniyar from Saurashtra Cricket Association and Kirat Damani from the Gujarat Cricket Association.

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

New York, on the East Coast, hosted several preliminary-round matches of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, which it co-hosted with the West Indies.

Ganguly set for second stint in administration

Ganguly set for second stint in administration

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Sourav Ganguly set to re-enter administration, to file nomination for CAB presidency

Pakistan could not benefit from CPEC, admits minister

Pakistan could not benefit from CPEC, admits minister

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

A senior Pakistani minister has admitted that the country failed to capitalize on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), citing attempts by the previous government to undermine Chinese investments, leading to investor flight.

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals.'

World Cup winner Shafali named North Zone captain

World Cup winner Shafali named North Zone captain

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Shafali Verma was named captain of the North Zone team for the Senior Inter-Zonal T20 Trophy, starting in Nagaland, from Tuesday.

Can India's women end 12 World Cup drought at home?

Can India's women end 12 World Cup drought at home?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

India, who have never won the ODI World Cup in any of its previous 12 editions, will co-host the eight-team tournament with Sri Lanka with all eyes on Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. to end the long wait for a title.

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

70 pc of Punjab Congress, 90 pc of AICC with me: Sidhu's wife

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Navjot Kaur Sidhu claims support within the Congress party after being suspended for her controversial remarks. She also accuses Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa of corruption and links to smugglers.

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Reigning Indian Super League champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Saturday suspended all their football activities indefinitely a day after the AIFF failed to receive a single bid for ISL's commercial rights, and said they will review contracts of players and support staff next month.

Another cricket club exposed for racism in England

Another cricket club exposed for racism in England

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Essex have been fined 100,000 pounds ($132,190) after admitting to a charge of racism at the county club which they failed to address between 2001 and 2010, England's Cricket Regulator said on Wednesday.

Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Sanju Samson continues red-hot run in KCL with a quickfire 89.

'Mumbai Did Everything To Help Prithvi Shaw'

'Mumbai Did Everything To Help Prithvi Shaw'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'We have done everything in our power to help him take his game to the next level and become a star player.'

Ex-India pacer Prasad set to contest in KSCA elections

Ex-India pacer Prasad set to contest in KSCA elections

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad had served as a vice-president from 2013 to 2016 when Anil Kumble was the KSCA president.

Where Does Gill Fit In India's T20 Team?

Where Does Gill Fit In India's T20 Team?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

How well will Shubman Gill fit in the T20 team? Is it a gamble by the selectors in order to unite captaincy across formats? asks Harish Kotian.

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Jaiswal has an avg of 36 & a strike rate of 164 in T20Is and he got dropped for Gill who has avg of 30 and a strike rate of 139.' 'There is no place for merit anymore.'

Women's 100m sprint to ignite LA28 opening night

Women's 100m sprint to ignite LA28 opening night

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The women's 100 metres final will headline the first day of competition at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, organizers said on Wednesday, part of a reshaped schedule that moves athletics into week one and gives swimmers the rare chance to attend the Opening Ceremony.

Cricket's inclusion in Olympics a game-changer

Cricket's inclusion in Olympics a game-changer

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The only time cricket featured in the Olympics was in 1900 with two teams -- Great Britain and France -- with the former winning the gold medal.

Rohit starts training amid talks over India future

Rohit starts training amid talks over India future

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Australia ODIs in sight, Rohit starts training with former India assistant coach Nayar

Will BCCI let Binny remain president until 75?

Will BCCI let Binny remain president until 75?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The incumbent BCCI president Roger Binny turned 70 on Saturday but there is no immediate clarity on whether he would be continuing till the AGM in September or demit office with immediate effect with vice-president Rajeev Shukla taking charge as the interim head.

All-format leadership beckons for Gill, but Samson's future in doubt

All-format leadership beckons for Gill, but Samson's future in doubt

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Sanju was playing because Shubman and Yashasvi were not available at that point (and) so was Abhishek. (But) Abhishek's performances clearly make it hard to leave him out. Plus, his bowling (left arm spin) is handy.'

Problem of plenty could hinder Rahul, Shreyas' Asia Cup chances

Problem of plenty could hinder Rahul, Shreyas' Asia Cup chances

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'As much as we may want, unka number itni aasani se nahi aayega (It's not going to be easy for Rahul)'

'We Need To Preserve And Protect Bumrah'

'We Need To Preserve And Protect Bumrah'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'Just as Cricket Australia manages Mitchell Starc's workload to preserve him for key series and tournaments, the BCCI should ensure that our premier fast bowler is preserved for the most important contests.'

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

India women pray at Mahakaleshwar before key World Cup tie

India women pray at Mahakaleshwar before key World Cup tie

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her teammates on Wednesday visited the Mahakaleshwar temple to offer prayers ahead of their Women's World Cup fixture against England at Indore's Holkar Stadium on Sunday.

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

A wake-up call for Indian cricket?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Save Jasprit Bumrah, whose injury-prone body and exceptional skills demand workload management, questions are now being raised as to why the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja opted out of Duleep Trophy.